What's Your Luxury Car Maintenance IQ?

Discover how well you're truly protecting your luxury vehicle investment in Canada. In just 4 quick questions, we'll assess your maintenance knowledge, identify potential costly mistakes you might be making, and reveal exactly what separates owners who keep their cars pristine for decades from those facing unexpected repairs. Get your personalized maintenance roadmap at the end.

How often do you typically service your luxury vehicle in Canada?

Only when warning lights appear or something feels wrong Roughly once a year, whenever it seems convenient Every 12,000-15,000 km or 6 months, following a basic schedule Every 5,000-10,000 km per manufacturer specs, with detailed records kept

When winter arrives in Canada, what's your approach to preparing your luxury vehicle?

I drive on all-season tires year-round—they handle everything fine I switch to winter tires but don't do much else before the snow hits I switch tires, check fluids, and wash the undercarriage occasionally during winter I start prep in September: battery test, undercarriage wash every 2 weeks, fluid checks, and full inspection

When it comes to parts and repairs for your luxury vehicle, what do you prioritize?

Whatever's cheapest—a part is a part, and I handle repairs myself when possible I use aftermarket parts when they're available; authorized service seems overpriced I use OEM parts mostly, but sometimes try independent shops to save money Always OEM parts through authorized service centers to preserve warranty and performance

How do you currently protect your luxury vehicle's exterior from Canada's harsh elements?

I wash it occasionally when it looks dirty—that should be enough I wash it regularly but don't use any protective coatings or detailing services I get professional detailing a couple times a year and use some protective products Professional detailing quarterly in winter/biannually otherwise, plus annual ceramic coating renewal