By Don Tupper, Tri Valley Automotive Taking good care of your car is important these days. With all the trouble in the economy, it's not smart to buy new. "What happens if I lose my job, or get cut back on hours?" you say.  "I won't be able to sell my car because nobody is buying, and getting it repossessed will ruin my credit." It's a big risk. No one wants to have an extra payment they have to make every month. Things are just too uncertain. It's also no fun to be surprised by a big, unexpected repair on your old car. Everyone hates going to their mechanic when the car breaks. You feel like you're at their mercy. Wouldn't it be better to know what was coming up that your car may need? You could plan ahead and budget the expense. Maybe even save some money by fixing a developing problem before it breaks in a big way. And who likes to get stranded on the side of the road? I know I don't. There is an easy answer to these questions. Have your car inspected on a regular basis by a qualified auto repair shop, Tri-Valley Automotive.  It's much cheaper to maintain your auto than to buy a new one or wait and then pay a lot to have to fix the problems that could have been avioded.  It's easy...and best of all, it's free. And it could save you money later on. Makes sense, doesn't it? Your dentist thinks so. That's why he wants you to come in every 6 months. Getting your teeth cleaned on a regular schedule is healthier for you and helps prevent problems from occurring. Why not treat your car with the same respect? If we find something wrong, we can tell you if you need to take care of it soon, or give you an idea of when it will need to be done. This gives you the opportunity to plan your expenses. No more surprises. Your car runs better, lasts longer and gets better mileage. While we can't see everything that might happen, it can lessen your chance of an inconvenient breakdown. Call Tri-Valley Automotive at (925) 828-1700 for a no-cost Courtesy Inspection today.