--- title: "The #1 Way to Prevent a Vehicle Breakdown" description: Have you thought about the possibility of preventing a vehicle breakdown? Find out what we recommend as the top way to accomplish this. image: https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto.jpg --- [![KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01.png?width=282&height=200&name=KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01.png) ![Copy of Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DeBoers%20Auto%20Logo%202018/Copy%20of%20Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01.png?width=250&height=144&name=Copy%20of%20Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01.png) ](https://www.deboersauto.com/) [![(973)529-836083 State Route 23 NorthHamburg, NJ 07419](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/354552/9a49b6ea-d33c-4ef3-b93b-8d71b1708c47.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/354552/9a49b6ea-d33c-4ef3-b93b-8d71b1708c47) [**](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/the-1-way-to-prevent-a-vehicle-breakdown#tmpmodule_1568761248550301) ** ###### 2 min read # [The #1 Way to Prevent a Vehicle Breakdown](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/the-1-way-to-prevent-a-vehicle-breakdown) By [Bill DeBoer](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/author/bill-deboer) on Jan 24, 2018 7:55:00 PM ###### Topics: [Expert Car Repair](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/topic/expert-car-repair) ![A Sussex auto repair shop can help you prevent a vehicle breakdown.](https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto.jpg) Many people don’t think too much about their car breaking down on the side of the road, but the fact remains it can happen. The last thing you want is to have to find a way to get your car to a [Sussex auto repair shop](https://www.deboersauto.com/car-repair-services) after an easily preventable vehicle breakdown. The good news is there are things you can do to fix this problem before it starts, decreasing your chances of being stranded on the side of the road. ### ** ![A Sussex auto repair shop can help you prevent a vehicle breakdown.](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto.jpg?width=320&name=3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto.jpg "A Sussex auto repair shop can help you prevent a vehicle breakdown.")A Vehicle Inspection Is Needed** While most car owners are well aware they need to get regular maintenance on their vehicles, they don’t think inspections are part of this process. However, it can be extremely beneficial to take your car in for an inspection at least once a year so a qualified technician can take a look at each of the operating systems in the vehicle to be sure they work the way they should. This will help identify any issues and resolve them before they become a more serious repair that will cost more money. ### **Can You Take Your Car Anywhere?** It can be tempting to turn to any auto repair shop in Sussex to take care of these inspections, but not all shops are created equal. In fact, it’s best to turn to a shop that employs only ASE-certified technicians because these individuals go through more extensive training so they can take excellent care of your vehicle. These technicians will put your car through a thorough inspection process. They will check and document the condition of every major system within your vehicle, creating documentation that can be used to track the condition of your car in case problems arise. ### **![An auto repair shop in Sussex is needed to help you keep your car in good condition.](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto..jpg?width=320&name=3012018-prevent-breakdown-deboers-auto..jpg "An auto repair shop in Sussex is needed to help you keep your car in good condition.")Don’t Rely on Oil Changes Alone** You know you have to get your oil changed regularly in order to keep your vehicle running the way it should. While this is an important part of regular maintenance for your car, there’s more to it. A full inspection will provide a deeper look into the overall health of the vehicle, revealing anything that could potentially go wrong in the near future. When you are able to do this, you can reduce the risk of a [vehicle breakdown](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/be-prepared-for-any-maintenance-of-repair-join-deboers-vip-savings-program) and winding up in a bad situation as a result. No one wants to be stuck on the side of the road due to a malfunction that could have been avoided. This is why it’s critical to turn to a Sussex auto repair shop to provide an inspection you can count on. With their ASE-certified technicians, they will identify any problems and make note of anything that could potentially be a problem at a future date, giving you documentation regarding the condition of your vehicle. If you’re looking for an auto repair shop in Sussex to perform a vehicle inspection, contact us. We can help you make sure your vehicle is ready for the road and has a reduced chance of breaking down.  [![New Call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/354552/35b7128b-a516-4fb0-bf6a-ad72fa1d98a8.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/354552/35b7128b-a516-4fb0-bf6a-ad72fa1d98a8) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![Bill DeBoer](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/b794ce60bb0e2a447f9db08a88a1b429) #### Written by [Bill DeBoer](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/author/bill-deboer) William J. DeBoer is the Visionary at DeBoer’s Auto. As the company’s CEO, Bill has been responsible for bringing innovations in daily operations to the full-service, high-tech auto repair facility for 20+ years. Passionate about computers from an early age, Bill’s interest in technology gravitated to cars while he was in college. By obtaining a Certificate in Automotive Technology followed by a B.S. in Business Management from Penn State, Bill was able to fuse his interests into a car technology specialization and join the family business shortly thereafter. 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The last thing you want is to have to find a way to get your car to a Sussex auto repair shop after an easily preventable vehicle breakdown. The good news is there are things you can do to fix this problem before it starts, decreasing your chances of being stranded on the side of the road. A VEHICLE INSPECTION IS NEEDED\nWhile most car owners are well aware they need to get regular maintenance on their vehicles, they don’t think inspections are part of this process. However, it can be extremely beneficial to take your car in for an inspection at least once a year so a qualified technician can take a look at each of the operating systems in the vehicle to be sure they work the way they should. This will help identify any issues and resolve them before they become a more serious repair that will cost more money.\nCAN YOU TAKE YOUR CAR ANYWHERE?\nIt can be tempting to turn to any auto repair shop in Sussex to take care of these inspections, but not all shops are created equal. 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