Whether you drive a GMC Sierra 1500, a Buick Encore GX or any other GM model, you can get the new year started right by resolving to take care of the regular oil changes and other factory-recommended maintenance your vehicle needs. By keeping that New Year's resolution, you can give your GMC or Buick model a longer, healthier life. You might also want to think about putting your tax refund to work to get a new car for the new year. Here are some of the ways we can help you make this a happier new year by doing business with us at Westcott Automotive in Burlington, NC.

New Year's Resolution #1: Schedule regular oil changes

Problems with your motor oil can be some of the most expensive car maintenance issues you can face since oil affects just about everything your car does. Ironically, getting your oil changed regularly is just about the least expensive maintenance task you can have us do for you. By changing the oil in your GMC or Buick, we can cleanse away the dust, dirt and grime that can shorten the life of your engine. Make a New Year's resolution to get your oil changed at the factory-recommended interval of every 5,000 miles.

New Year's Resolution #2: Have us take care of your battery

With the passage of time, you can get corrosion that looks like white or blue-ish powder that can form on the terminals of your car’s battery. We'll be happy to clean off that corrosion to help your battery get a better connection. More important, ask us to run a load test on the battery in your GMC truck or Buick SUV to make sure it has enough power to keep starting your car reliably. If your battery is wearing out, we have some outstanding batteries in stock and we'll be glad to install one for you.

New Year's Resolution #3: Get new windshield wipers

If you've noticed that your windshield wipers aren't giving you a clean swipe when you're driving in a rainstorm here around Graham or Mebane, NC, it's time to think about getting new windshield wipers. When North Carolina rain is pouring down on your GMC or Buick SUV, it can be difficult to see clearly with old wipers. It's a relatively small investment to install a pair of new windshield wipers so you can see clearly and help keep your family safe.

New Year's Resolution #4: Get your tires rotated

When you look at your tires, it might look like you have a fair amount of tread still left. But if you want to get the most value from your tires, it's important to get them rotated regularly. The tires in the front can wear out at a different rate than the tires in the back. Tires in different positions can also wear out unevenly from side to side. By getting a regular tire rotation, you'll help your tires wear more evenly and last longer. Make a New Year's resolution to have your tires rotated every time you get an oil change.

New Year's Resolution #5: Get a wheel alignment

Your wheels can get knocked out of alignment simply by hitting a pothole as you drive around Greensboro or Carrboro, NC. When your wheels aren't properly aligned, your steering isn't as accurate as it should be and that could put your family at risk. Make a New Year's resolution to get your wheels aligned with every oil change. We can give you a professional alignment and help you get back on track for the new year.

New Year's Resolution #6: Use your tax refund to get a newer car

If you’re like most US taxpayers, you'll be getting a tax refund somewhere in the neighborhood of $3,000 this year. That's a pretty nice neighborhood and it's enough money to help you make a bigger down payment on a new GMC Sierra 1500 or Buick Enclave. Let us help you get the new year started right with a brand-new or quality pre-owned vehicle at Westcott Automotive in Burlington, NC.