Auto repairs are performed when one of the mechanical or electrical components in a vehicle malfunctions. If the automobile owner is not mechanically inclined, they contact a service garage or dealership service department to have the vehicle evaluated for repairs. These repairs may then be completed and the car's performance and functionality restored.

When vehicles are purchased new, they are already covered against repairs or defects under the manufacturer's warranty. This warranty is generally an initial bumper to bumper warranty that covers most everything for the first three years or 36,000 miles. However three car companies have extended the duration of the bumper to bumper warranty that is offered. Hyundai, Kia and Mitsubishi all have a 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranties. Maintenance and wearable parts are not covered under warranty. This includes items such as windshield wipers, filters or tires and brakes unless they are determined to be defective. http://www.autos.com/car-buying/what-is-the-best-car-factory-warranty

Regularly maintaining a vehicle can prevent having a failure due to neglect of maintenance and up keep.

1. Maintain the vehicle according to the manufacturer's specifications.
2. Regularly rotate tires and change oil
3. Address an mechanical failures immediately
4. Do not put off repairs or items that may be interesting

If you're car must be repaired, either take it to the dealership and have them evaluate the issue or make an appointment at the garage. When choosing a mechanic be sure to get recommendations from family or friends as to someone they may know and trust. Be sure to ask questions is their explaination of the needed repairs seems wrong or inconsistent.http://www.2carpros.com/kpages/avoid_car_repair_rip_off.htm