# Auto Upkeep Recommendation Charts This Infographic Details the Importance of Car Maintenance By Jonathon Brown | Published 2013-01-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lack-of-car-maintenance References: [infographicsarchive](http://www.infographicsarchive.com/tech-and-gadgets/infographic-the-dangers-of-neglecting-basic-car-maintenance/) & [mycarfax](http://www.mycarfax.com) A lack of car maintenance can cause serious problems on the road according to this infographic. 13% of all car accidents are a result of mechanical failures due to a lack of car maintenance. An astounding 85% of all cars need repair or maintenance services and 75% of highway fires are due to mechanical failures which could be prevented with regular car maintenance. These kind of statistics make a clear case for [routine car maintenance practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hosta-ai). Common car maintenance practices are oil changes, tire inflation, air filter changes and regular overall tune ups. These measures can improve your cars mileage by up to 19% and save up to 96 gallons of gas a year. This infographic also states that $20,000 to $30,000 can be saved over a lifetime due to proper car maintenance practices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Car Maintenance Importance:** The importance of regular car maintenance practices to enhance safety and improve efficiency. - **Auto Upkeep:** The need for auto maintenance to prevent future accidents and costly repairs. - **Mileage Improvement:** The benefits of car maintenance on improved car performance and fuel efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** The need for the automotive industry to create innovative solutions that encourage routine maintenance and long-term car upkeep. - **Insurance Industry:** The need for the insurance industry to create innovative solutions such as pay-per-mile insurance to encourage car maintenance practices. - **Technology Industry:** The opportunity for technology companies to create innovative solutions like maintenance reminder apps to encourage regular car upkeep and maintenance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Teen Driving Safety Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldengauge-program.md) - [Connected Car Maintenance Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivint-car-guard.md) - [Smart Car Planning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-for-cars.md) - [Surreal Car Care Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/you-are-how-you-car.md) - [Car Safety-Promoting PSAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/never-happens-campaign.md) - [Tow-Truck App Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lyft-2.md) - [AI-Powered Car Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparq-diagnostics.md) - [Personalized AI Mechanics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-mechanic.md) - [All-In-One Automobile Service Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automobile-service-app.md)