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Thursday, 26/3/2026 | 11:02 GMT+7

How to maintain your car after a long journey

Beyond manufacturer recommendations, car owners should replace consumables and service brakes and tires after extended trips.

Long journeys can cause significant wear and tear on an automobile, as it operates continuously across diverse terrains and weather conditions. After each trip, experts advise car owners to conduct a comprehensive inspection and routine maintenance. This helps detect wear early, ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal operating condition.

A Thaco Auto technician inspects a Peugeot vehicle after a long cross-Vietnam journey. Photo: Thaco Auto

A Thaco Auto technician inspects a Peugeot vehicle after a long cross-Vietnam journey. Photo: Thaco Auto

Continuous driving for many days, extended idling, traffic jams, or harsh weather conditions often lead to rapid depletion and degradation of lubricating and cooling fluids. Instead of checking individual items, a thorough overall inspection saves time and allows owners to fully assess the vehicle's condition after a period of use.

To assess and address engine issues, Thaco Auto's maintenance process focuses on several key areas: checking and changing engine oil, replenishing various fluids, inspecting battery status, brake systems, and standard filters. The company states that replacing parts and using the correct types specified by the manufacturer will restore vehicle performance, ensuring optimal and durable operation over time.

Owners should pay particular attention to inspecting the chassis and tires to ensure safety during operation. In reality, vehicles often navigate poor roads, potholes, or muddy terrain, subjecting the chassis and tires to significant stress. These impacts can lead to uneven tire wear, wheel alignment issues, and more.

At Thaco Auto service centers, specialized diagnostic equipment, such as 3D alignment machines, is used to thoroughly correct errors. This helps owners detect potential risks early, preventing major repair costs later on.

Technicians inspect a vehicle's chassis. Photo: Thaco Auto

Technicians inspect a vehicle's chassis. Photo: Thaco Auto

Beyond technical inspections, cleaning and caring for the interior are also priorities for many users. After long trips with luggage and food, the cabin and air conditioning system can easily develop mold, dirt, and unpleasant odors.

Car owners can choose from intensive care packages, including odor removal, detailed interior cleaning, and inspection and cleaning of the air conditioning system. These services help eliminate bacteria, mold, and unpleasant smells within the cabin.

Cleaning the air conditioning system on a Kia vehicle. Photo: Thaco Auto

Cleaning the air conditioning system on a Kia vehicle. Photo: Thaco Auto

Modern vehicles today incorporate complex electronic technologies. To avoid risks and ensure vehicle quality, experts recommend performing maintenance and repairs at authorized genuine facilities. Here, technicians are well-trained, hold international certifications, and possess deep knowledge of various car models. Additionally, the origin of components and parts at these centers is guaranteed by the manufacturer, providing peace of mind to users.

A Thaco Auto representative stated that the system currently has over 450 showrooms and service centers nationwide. They provide maintenance and repair services for brands such as: Kia, Mazda, Peugeot, BMW, MINI. These facilities are uniformly invested according to international standards with modern equipment and genuine parts. Services are implemented according to manufacturer standards, from in-depth repairs to the use of genuine parts, to ensure compatibility and stable operation.

Quang Anh

By VnExpress: https://vnexpress.net/bao-duong-oto-the-nao-sau-hanh-trinh-dai-5055001.html
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