Almost half of cars on the road overdue for major service

A recent survey by CARFAX has found that nearly half of all drivers are behind on at least one major service. CARFAX data found that roughly 41% of vehicles nationwide are overdue for some critical maintenance work.

According to CARFAX, these “major services” include:

Brakes: Brake line and rotor inspections and replacements
Steerinng: Vehicle suspension and steering components inspection
Drivetrain: Transmission fluid draining and refilling
Engine: Coolant flush to keep the vehicle operating at a safe temperature
Fuel efficiency/Air onditioning: Replacement of engine air and cabin air filters

This means that millions of vehicles may not be truly road-ready, posing a risk during peak holiday travel. On top of that, CARFAX data shows that almost 30% of cars are behind on tire rotations and nearly 20% are behind on oil changes.

“Taking care of your vehicle pays off in both the short and long term,” said Paul Nadjarian, CARFAX’s chief product officer. “A well-maintained car lasts longer, holds its value, and costs less to own.”