Whether you know nothing about your car or are well versed but want to know more, The Garage Girl's Guide to Everything You Need to Know About Your Car covers it all! Inside you will find tips on buying the right car, inspecting a used car you're thinking about buying, and financing a new or used car. You'll also learn how to keep your car running great with preventive maintenance tips, how to change your tires and oil yourself, and how to maintain that new car feel as long as you can. There is also a chapter on what to do when things go wrong under the hood, as well as the basics of what to do in an emergency situation. No one wants to be at the mercy of others during an emergency, and Courtney Hansen teaches you to be proactive and shares the right steps to helping yourself. Even if you never plan on doing maintenance on your car yourself, you never know when you might have no other option. The information provided here will help if you're in a jam and will also help you avoid being exploited by an unscrupulous mechanic. Keeping your ride running well not only protects your investment, it's also important for safety. The Garage Girl's Guide to Everything You Need to Know About Your Car shows how to maintain your car with a sense of humor and just a bit of attitude.