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Regular vehicle maintenance is essential to keep your car, truck, or SUV performing safely and reliably. Neglecting routine services can lead to costly repairs down the road and even compromise your vehicle's performance and longevity. That's why it's important to stay on top of your vehicle's maintenance schedule and trust the experts to handle your service needs.

Driving around Meridian, MS is hard enough. As soon as you calculate going back to school into the mix, you're likely to deal with more traffic. You may also end up sitting in car lines and making shorter commutes throughout the day. At New South Ford, we have a full checklist for you to consider to get your vehicle ready for it all.

Winter can be incredibly hard on your vehicle, so there are things you'll need to do to take care of your car once spring rolls around again.

First of all, you should replace your windshield wiper blades. 

The suspension is one of the most important parts of your vehicle. However, while you may know what other essential components do, chances are you don't know exactly what the suspension does. At its most basic, your vehicle's suspension system is a shock absorber, protecting you and your occupants from bumps in the road.

Exhaust systems are designed to remove the harmful emissions from your car. If the exhaust system is not working the way that it should, then poisonous gases can be released into the environment. Inhaling those gases can make you and your passengers seriously ill. 

If your engine fails to start today, would you know how to test the battery? Testing your car battery is an easy do-it-yourself task, even if you don't have any mechanical experience. And New South Ford wants you to know how to do it!

Windshield Chip Repairs Can Save Your Windshield

There is nothing worse than when a rock hits the windshield while driving. Luckily there are inexpensive windshield chip repair kits that allow you to easily fix the problem.

How does chip repair work? It's a simple resin/adhesive formula applied to the chip that cures over time or with help from a heat gun. 

Fuel system service will help prevent misfires, unexpected engine stopping, and other problems.

Cleaning the fuel system can be easily done by adding fuel cleaner to the fuel tank when filling up.