Various studies have proved that equally important to knowing how to drive is to know how to take care of the car. If one is very serious about his investment in his car, then it is very important that they invest in its upkeep and servicing. It’s important that a car be taken to a recognised servicing centre and mended if and when the need be.

These days technology is aiding humans with servicing. Many new cars come with computers on board. While Maruti Swift has five on-board chips to optimise operations, luxury cars like BMW and Mercedes, have 20-45 computer control and gizmos working simultaneously.

"Even a drop of bad fuel can spoil the car. We have recommended an authorised service check under our warranty plan. We have noticed that an unauthorised service drops fuel efficiency by 20% and causes major technical harm to the vehicle," said a senior BMW India official.

Some of these tips might seem very obvious. However, they have been written to reiterate the importance of safe and disciplined driving. Also, there are ways available to still find one’s way out of the matrix of high prices of cars and fuels. Hence, drive safely and slow down as the red light is right at the corner!