9 things you're probably wrong about when it comes to your car, from maintenance to pricing

Alexa St. JohnMay 28, 2023, 18:08 IST

Car owners might have a number of misconceptions about their vehicles and the buying process.AP Photo/David Zalubowski

Whether you're a long-time car owner, or a first-time driver, there is plenty you need to know.
Many drivers have misconceptions about maintenance for their car, or other aspects of ownership.

Whether you're a long-time car owner or first-time driver, there is plenty you need to know about your vehicle.

There is a complex buying or leasing process, chock-full of complicated financing talk, interest rates, and other terms to navigate. There are a lot of brands, models, types of vehicles, moving parts, and changing technologies to stay on top of. There are maintenance and service needs that are important to know.

Thought: You'll get a good deal buying a car at the end of the month.

Toyota dealership.Toyota

Thought: You'll get an even better deal buying at the end of the year.

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Thought: Pricing is likely to get better as economic concerns continue.

Used car pricing is especially volatile right now.PeopleImages/Getty Images

Thought: Electric vehicles are going to be worse to maintain than gas-powered cars.

Tesla vehicles plugged in and charging at a Supercharger fast charging station.Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images

Thought: Premium gas is better for my vehicle, and will make it go faster.

Drivers should fuel their vehicles up with the gas their cars call for.(Photo by Allison Dinner/Getty Images)

Thought: I don't actually need to rotate my tires.

It's important to properly maintain your tires for best results.REUTERS/Regis Duvignau

Thought: I don't really need winter tires.

Winter tires bring specific benefits.Jared C. Tilton/NASCAR via Getty Images

Thought: You need an SUV or pickup.

SUVs and pickups dominate US roads, and they're getting bigger.Ford

Thought: Better fuel economy must mean lower emissions.

Hyundai SUVs at a car dealership.AP Photo/David Zalubowski

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