Future Proof your Car How to do it

Cars are not necessarily just for the lease period, or until they wear out, it is genuinely possible to FutureProof it. Make it last until at least you have to go into a care home, so why not save yourself a fortune in the meantime?

Obsolescence can come courtesy of government legislation (ULEZ and 2030 ban) as much as an inability to find spare parts, or mechanics with the skills to fix them. At Future Proof Cars we believe that there are some ways around these possible setbacks.

Future Proof Cars, it makes sense 

The simple truth is your Future Proofed car won’t necessarily mean buying a fusty old classic or veryexpensive bespoke creation that runs on carrot juice. There is plenty of information on the Future . Take a good hard look at reliability statistics such as the annual What Car? Reliability Survey. Freedom of information requests aimed at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency reveal which cars routinely fail MOTs and what for. Also talk to friends and family about their lifetime motoring experiences. Ideally you want a popular model, low specification with easy DIY. 

Future Proof Car is Petrol or diesel best?

These days the proliferation of emission zones may dictate which EU rated engine you choose (6 for diesel, 4 for petrol). Long term it is a close run thing as to whether a petrol or diesel is the more reliable. Both when looked after can cover colossal mileages. Certainly the view is that a petrol engine is less complex and simpler to fix than a modern diesel, and more easily complies with emissions regulations.

Future Proof Your Car by considering Alternative Fuels

Synthetic fuels are expensive and supply is never guaranteed in a dystopian future. Older diesels, or compression engines, can run on used chip oil and there are lots of Ethanol and other alternative bio alternatives. With petrol you could always distill alcohol for which you will need a licence and pay duty on it. Small details. Soon Future Proof Cars will be revealing just how it is possible to run a vehicle in the real world on fuels you had never thought of.

Future Proof your Car by Adding Additives

Boosting fuel economy is a long term benefit, mostly they work as preventative future car maintenance by reducing the crud in your engine. That includes clogged fuel injectors, carbon build up reducing wear and tear. It also tackles corrosion, boosts catalytic convertor efficiency, reduces oil sludge, overheating and possible breakdowns. Not much to lose, just a bit of money. 

Future Proof your Car by getting it serviced regularly

Quite simply, oil is the lifeblood of your car and needs to be changed regularly for the best health. Also preventative maintenance and spotting problems early means there will be less downtime, so your futureproofed car will be more useful. Clean it once a week, you will spot issues early.

Future Proof Your Car by parking it in a garage, or under a Car Port

That room in your house with an up and over door filled with all sorts of junk is designed to accommodate a car, so use it. If you have not got one and can’t afford to build a garage then a car port is a very good alternative. One of the best long term ways of making sure your car is easier to start and less prone to body corrosion.

Future Proof Your Car by Stopping Rust

Cars don’t rust anymore except that eventually they do. Here is the single most expensive part of your car to repair. Preventative action is vital, so steam cleaning the underside before winter and applying a preservative cover with a brush or spray will save a fortune. Future Proof Cars will tell what is the best way to do this and the most effective products to use.

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