Car Logic: The Smarter Way to Maintain, Repair, and Protect Your Car
By Patrick Bergin
Most people don’t lose money when they buy a car.
They lose it slowly — through rushed maintenance decisions, unnecessary shop recommendations, misdiagnosed issues, or small problems left to become expensive ones.
This 337-page guide teaches you the mechanical logic behind reliable, affordable car ownership, so you can stay confident, organized, and in control — whether you do your own maintenance or rely on a shop.
If you want fewer surprises, fewer upsells, and fewer “we found something else…” calls, this is the book you want.
What You’ll Learn (Straightforward, Real-World Guidance)
- How to understand what actually wears out, when, and why
- How to spot issues early, before they become expensive failures
- How to avoid common repair-shop mistakes and “extra services”
- How to talk to mechanics so you’re respected, not rushed
- How to tell when a repair is needed, optional, or simply not true
- How to maintain your car using simple, logical routines
- How to handle engine, cooling, brake, steering, and suspension issues
- How to read symptoms and warning lights without guesswork
- How to choose worthwhile upgrades — and ignore the gimmicks
- How to keep older gas/diesel cars reliable far into high mileage
- How EV and hybrid maintenance differs in the real world
- How to diagnose issues: symptom → likely causes → first steps
Everything is written in plain English, with clear steps, checklists, and practical examples.
Why This Guide Pays for Itself (Usually Immediately)
A single unnecessary repair or misdiagnosis can cost more than the price of this entire book:
- Premature brake job → -$250–$700
- Wrong or skipped fluid service → long-term wear or damage
- Misdiagnosed electrical issue → -$300–$1,000
- Unneeded suspension work → -$600–$1,400
- “Parts cannon” troubleshooting → hundreds per guess
Avoiding just one of these more than pays for the book.
Car Logic helps you save money by avoiding waste — not by cutting corners.
What’s Inside (Concise Overview)
- Ownership & Maintenance Mindset — How smart drivers think
- System-by-System Guides — Engine, cooling, brakes, steering, suspension, electrical
- Common Failures & Early Warnings — What breaks, when, and why
- Smart Upgrades — Improvements that actually make sense
- Myths & Miracle Cures — Additives, “lifetime” claims, and garage lore
- Scams, Red Flags & Shop Street-Smarts — What to question and why
- Owner Playbooks — Daily, seasonal, and high-mileage routines
- EV & Hybrid Basics — What matters, what doesn’t
- Diagnostics — Symptom → likely causes → logical first steps
- Warning Lights Mini-Glossary
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Key Terms & Abbreviations (ABS, ATF, CVT, GDI, MAF, etc.)
A clear framework that takes the stress out of car care.
Want the Tools, Worksheets, and Bonus eBooks?
This standalone edition includes the full 337-page guide.
If you want the complete Car Logic maintenance system, including:
- maintenance spreadsheets
- printable checklists
- owner worksheets
- quick-reference tools
- and the four bonus companion ebooks:
- 70 Mechanic Scams You Must Avoid
- EV Reality Check
- Breakdown Survival & Field Fixes
- Claims Power Play
These are available in the Car Logic Maintenance Bundle (and the Master Bundle).
You can also upgrade after purchase — Gumroad will let you simply pay the difference, with no duplicate downloads.
Who This Book Is For
- Drivers who want reliability without surprises
- Anyone who’s ever wondered whether a shop recommendation was actually necessary
- Owners who like to understand what’s happening under the hood
- People who prefer routine maintenance over expensive failures
- DIYers who want more confidence and clarity
- Long-time owners who’ve seen some nonsense already
- Newer drivers who want to avoid expensive early mistakes
If you prefer logic over panic — and like keeping your money — you’ll get a lot from this guide.
The Smarter Way to Look After Your Car
This book gives you the thinking, the structure, and the confidence to keep any car running well — without wasting time or money.
A clear, no-nonsense guide to maintaining and repairing your car without wasting money or getting pushed into unnecessary work. This 337-page ebook shows you what actually fails on real cars, how to spot problems early, and how to avoid the common shop tricks that quietly inflate your bill. You’ll learn how to read symptoms, handle warning lights, talk to mechanics with confidence, and use simple routines that keep your car reliable without expensive surprises. If you want honest repairs, fewer headaches, and more control over your money, this guide is the playbook.