
In
part I of this blog we talked about giving ourselves some extra time, not
racing against the rest of traffic, and packing snacks as strategies for making
a commute feel less stressful and less detrimental to our vehicles so that we
don’t need mobile brake repair
service or other vehicle maintenance as frequently. Here are a few more
strategies for reducing the negative effects of a long commute:
Make your environment more soothing: Whether
it’s listening to an audiobook or your favorite band – or even driving in
silence – whatever makes you feel more calm, do it! You may have a stressful
work day, so giving yourself peaceful time before and after is crucial.
Don’t drive your car if possible: If
public transportation is available to you, using it instead of your vehicle can
help slow down wear and tear on your car. Using public transportation can also
free you up to be productive during the trip, or to just sit back and relax
while traveling. Carpooling is also an option to consider that can help you
drive your vehicle less.
Daily commutes don’t just contribute to stress, but they can also speed up wear
on your vehicle, requiring you to schedule mobile brake repair service or other
auto maintenance more frequently. By taking steps to make your commute easier,
both your mental wellbeing and your car will benefit.