5 bad driving habits that damage car parts

Experts in car repair warned of the habits that motorists should not use to avoid damage to some parts of the car.

Experts stated, according to the British Express newspaper, that braking hard, riding the clutch, and driving with a hand on the gearshift lever can shorten the life of some parts of the car, and they may need to be replaced more often.

And the CEO of a company that specializes in car repair services in Britain, Andrew Jervis, said that driving in a proper manner helps to extend the life of auto parts; Which could save hundreds of money spent on car repairs.

The following are the most prominent wrong habits mentioned by “Jervis” regarding bad habits committed by drivers when driving a car:

Not fully depressing the pedal

Not fully depressing the clutch pedal will cause it to wear over time, so this must be avoided to avoid damage.

Bad habit at traffic lights

Some motorists prefer to stay in first gear with their foot on the car’s clutch when at traffic lights to ensure they move faster when the lights turn green.

This bad habit can cause unnecessary wear on expensive parts of the car. Setting speed and foot pressure on the clutch at traffic lights causes prolonged fatigue and friction; what causes damage to the car; So drivers should only engage and disengage the clutch when it’s really necessary.

Placing one’s hand on the gearshift while driving

Some drivers like to keep their hands on the gearshift knob the entire time while driving; Because it is convenient for them, but this habit causes unnecessary wear and tear to the fork that is used when changing gears; which may reduce its lifespan; So the driver must quickly shift gears and return the left hand to the steering wheel.

Braking hard

Pressing hard on the brakes all the time will cause them to wear out quickly. So a driver who is accustomed to this behavior should stop doing this to extend the life of the brakes.

Colliding with potholes and bumps

Hitting potholes and bumps throws wheels out of alignment, causes bulges or tread separation, or problems with the suspension system; So the driver should avoid hitting potholes and bumps while driving.