Maintaining your car

Utilise the spare tyre
How to get the best out of your spare tyre and making sure it doesn't become unsafe.
NRMA Car Care Courses
Car care is your key to a safe and reliable vehicle. Join an NRMA car care course.
Monthly 10 minute car maintenance check
Avoid breakdowns and save money simply by keeping an eye on some of your car's basic components. Use this simple, once-a-month maintenance plan to keep your car in good shape and head off potential problems.
Have you checked ALL your tyres?
Tyres are the only thing between your car and the road, so they need regular checking.
Get a Grip
It's time to find out how tyres work, the different types, how to maintain them and how to change them.
Tyre care
Proper care and maintenance of tyres lead to greater safety, better road holding and improved comfort. It can also save you from the risk of severe penalties.
Changing a tyre
Changing a flat tyre needn't be complicated if you follow these handy steps.
At your service
How do you know you're getting what you paid for or what really needs to be done when getting your car serviced ?
Before you leave home
A holiday drive can quickly become a journey to forget if you run into mechanical problems with your vehicle.
Cold and batteries
Batteries don't have to work too hard in the summer, but when the temperature drops and the winter chill sets in, stay alert - now is when your battery is prone to failure.
Dealing with repairers
NRMA Motoring & Services strongly suggests you find a trustworthy repairer, and establish a relationship with them. This should ensure your car will be well looked after, and save you money too.  
Fuel types
With so much choice at the bowser we help you choose which fuel is best for your car. 
Regular car maintenance
By maintaining and cleaning your car regularly you'll help to prolong its safety, reliability, value and longevity. Check out our car maintenance tips below.  
Storing your car
NRMA gives you tips on how to safely store your car, whether for a few weeks or more than 6 months.
The cooling system
Neglect your cooling system and you could be facing serious engine failure. Follow our simple checks to help avoid engine damage and find out about how cooling systems work.
The good oil
Many drivers are risking engine damage and premature wear by not changing their oil regularly.
Glossary of motoring terms
Our glossary of motoring terms will help you understand from ADIATHERMAL GLASS to YAW ANGLE and everything inbetween.
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