There’s a lot I tend to procrastinate on. Sometimes, I don’t bother cleaning up the kitchen after I cook. Other times, I wait until the last minute to write an article for my freelance gig. And picking up medications? Forget it—who wants to wait in line for an hour? But there’s one thing I never put off: getting my oil changed.

My 2007 Ford Edge: A Loyal Ride with Nearly 200,000 Miles

The other day, I glanced at my odometer and realized I’m about to hit the 200,000-mile mark. We bought my 2007 Ford Edge back in 2008. It was a fleet car for its first year and had barely any miles on it. I immediately fell for it, even though it was meant to be my husband's car. He hated it from day one—but I loved it. Needless to say, it didn’t take long for it to become mine, and I’ve never looked back. It’s my "ride or die." Sure, I've had to do some big repairs—like a transmission rebuild and replacing the water pump—but I just can’t justify spending the money on a new car when this one’s still such a joy to drive. I mostly use it to go to the barn and take care of our horse, and of course, it gets me to work. I’d rather rack up the miles on old trusty than on our newer family car.

The Importance of Regular Car Maintenance for Longevity

If you’re driving an older car, you get how important it is to stay on top of maintenance. Keeping everything in top shape over the years means fewer unexpected repairs and a longer life for your ride. When I had my transmission rebuilt, the mechanic told me he could tell my car had been well cared for, and it was in great shape.

The Benefits of Regular Oil Changes

Can it be a pain to get your oil changed? Like anything else that takes time out of our busy schedule - the answer is yes. But it's so important for you to do this quick routine maintenance. There are so many benefits of doing it on time including:

  • Reduce the risk of unexpected repairs
  • Better gas mileage
  • Extend the life of your car
  • Maintain optimal performance
  • Increase resale value

Why Choose Best One Tire?

Now, there are a lot of places you can go to get your oil changed. Why should you choose Best One Tire?

  • Oil changes come with a complimentary courtesy inspection
  • Competitive pricing - starting at $29 (see your local location for pricing)
  • Full-service garage - you can have your oil changed while they work on other issues like engine trouble, AC/Heater issues, suspension issues, and of course, tires.
  • Deals - check their Deals page for coupons, sales, and the loyalty club
  • Locations - there are lots of locations throughout the tri-state area for your convenience
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The Volo Museum is also family-friendly, with a vast collection of vehicles that kids and big kids will appreciate, like the Flintmobile and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Turtle Van, as well as antique kiddie rides and an old-fashioned arcade! It all sounds too good to be true, but it clearly lives up to the hype based on the positive experiences detailed by reviewers and is sure to be a hit for any family looking to try something a bit different on their next trip near Chicago.

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