What about these new fangled EVs. I hear there is even less to maintain. For warranty I have to go back to the manufacturer who charges maybe 200€ for oil and air filter change and tick a checklist (I have a HEV).
I have to admit I have no clue how to deal with mechanical things. (I’m more a theoretical physicist at heart). Though I do know how to apply polish and paint sealant and clean up my car.
“ Ford... you're turning into a penguin. Stop it.” HHGTTG
After the local (father & son) body shop took 6-months to complete a 3-week job to fit new wings onto the classic mini, I bought a myself a compressor and spray gun.
Practice makes perfect.
Biggest issue with working on modern cars is the range of tools required, it makes it uneconomic to start now, modern cars report most faults, so diagnosing faults has become easier. Obviously anyone can carry out simple maintenance jobs.
Most garages work on the basis of if it isn't broken don't fix it, so change fluids, check brakes on one side, kick the tyres and bend the customer over with the bill.
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