Oil Change - Signs of Maturity

Getting an oil change is an aspect to the growing up process. When a
child receives his or her first car, it is important for that young
person to learn all of the required maintenance needs for the vehicle.
Most people think that driving or buying a first car are hallmarks to
becoming an adult, but being a responsible person and making sure that
your vehicle is cared for shows that you are a responsible vehicle
owner.

Learning to drive defensively and being able to handle hazards on the
road is also important. A good vehicle owner is alert and thinks about
possible hazards at all times. He or she is ready to respond if there is
a potential accident. For example, when another driver backs out and
does not appear to be paying attention to others, a responsible driver
stops and waits for that person. If a driver illegally changes lanes or
cuts another person off on the road, a responsible driver handles the
situation with style and grace, safely staying out the person's way and
managing his or her anger. Yelling and screaming at another driver can
impair a safe driver's ability to drive. Keeping your temper in check
and reacting in a calm thoughtful manner is a sign of maturity.

A person who abides by the laws and is a conscientious driver is less
likely to have parking tickets or moving violations. If you do receive
an occasional parking ticket or a moving violation, a responsible driver
pays for the ticket as soon as possible or deals with the ticket in
court. Ignoring tickets can result in a suspended license or other
penalties. Dealing with the issues as soon as possible shows that you
are able to handle challenges or deal with problems. A person who is
immature, ignores tickets until they find that their vehicle is booted
or they are unable to drive their vehicle due to a suspended license.

Scheduling vehicle maintenance is also an indicator of maturity. A
mature person and a responsible vehicle owner completes vehicle
maintenance to make sure that the vehicle is safe for the road.
Passengers are also counting on the vehicle's owner to make sure that
the vehicle is safe. When people get into your car, they expect that you
tires are properly inflated. They take it for granted that you get an
oil change when it is time to do so. They are certain that you make sure
the fluid levels are appropriate and your battery is in good condition.


No adult will willingly drive with a vehicle owner who does not keep his
or her vehicle properly maintained. You should not consider driving
your car if you do not have it inspected or maintained. Ignoring your
vehicle's maintenance, such as the need for an oil change, or completing
only minimum maintenance, can result in an unexpected breakdown. This
can be especially serious for young drivers who breakdown in an unsafe
area or people who a driving with babies or children as passengers.
Although learning to drive, getting a license, and buying a first car
are signs of maturity, keeping a car maintained and staying safe on the
road are the ultimate tests.