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Your service advisor wants you to sign an AMC. Whether it actually saves money depends on how you drive and where you plan to service — here's the math to do before you decide.
Read articleA good multi-brand garage can cut your service bill by 25–40%. A bad one can cost you far more. Here's exactly how to vet one before you hand over your keys.
Read articleDiesel cars cost more to service than petrol — DPF issues, turbochargers, and pricier filters all add up. Here's the real 2026 cost gap, and when diesel still makes financial sense.
Read articleYou expected ₹4,000 and the bill said ₹9,500. Most of that gap is add-ons that sound sensible one at a time. Here are the eight charges to question — and exactly how to push back without being difficult.
Read articleWaterlogged roads and fogged windscreens make the monsoon the hardest season on your car. A quick pre-monsoon check costs far less than a breakdown — here are the nine things to sort before the rains, with 2026 prices.
Read articleA CNG car costs a little more to service than its petrol twin — spark plugs, kit checks, and the mandatory cylinder test add up. Here is what CNG servicing really costs in 2026, and whether it still works out cheaper.
Read articleAuthorised service centres charge 30–40% more than multi-brand garages for identical work. But switching at the wrong time can void your warranty. Here's exactly when to switch.
Read articleThe 40,000 km service is the most expensive routine maintenance your car will face in its first few years. Here's exactly what should be on the job card — and what to refuse.
Read articleElectric cars promise lower running costs — but how much cheaper are they to service in India, really? We ran the numbers across 6 popular comparisons.
Read articleThe Creta is India's best-selling SUV — but it costs significantly more to service than a hatchback. Here's the full breakdown by variant, interval, and city.
Read articleThe Swift costs less to service than almost any other car in India. Here's exactly what you'll pay at every service interval — and how to cut that bill by 35%.
Read articleIndia's two largest car brands go head to head on service costs. The gap is smaller than you think — but it exists where it matters most.
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