What Happens If You Skip a Logbook Service? — 5 Hidden Risks

Car dashboard with glowing check engine light reflecting a mechanic, emphasizing the importance of regular logbook service in Springvale.

It starts with a small sticker on your windscreen. You glance at it while sitting in traffic on the Princes Highway, realize you are a few weeks overdue, and think, “She’ll be right for another month.” We have all been there. Life gets busy. Between work, dropping the kids off at school in Springvale, and […]

How Often Do You Need a Logbook Service in Australia?

A modern car on a hoist being serviced by a mechanic at Elite Brake & Mechanical in Springvale, Melbourne, for a logbook service.

Owning a car in Melbourne is brilliant for getting around, but it comes with a bit of admin. One of the most common questions we get at the front counter here in Springvale is pretty simple: “Do I really need to service my car every six months, or can I wait?” It is a fair […]

What’s Included in a Logbook Service? Checklist Before You Book

What’s Included in a Logbook Service?

Booking a logbook service shouldn’t feel like a mystery. You want to know what you’re paying for, what’s “standard”, what’s extra, and how to make sure the service is done to the right schedule for your exact car. This guide breaks down what’s typically included in a logbook service (and what can change depending on […]

What Is a Logbook Service? — A Simple Guide for Melbourne Drivers

What Is a Logbook Service?

If you’ve bought a car in the last few years, you’ve probably been told you must get a “logbook service” at the dealer to keep your warranty. Good news: that’s not actually the full story – and understanding how logbook servicing works can save you a lot of money, stress and breakdowns. This simple guide […]

7 Benefits of Logbook Servicing — and How It Protects Your Warranty

Benefits of Logbook Servicing

Servicing a car is more than changing oil and ticking a few boxes. The point of logbook servicing is to maintain your vehicle exactly as the manufacturer intended, at the right intervals, using the right parts and fluids, and documenting it properly. Do that well and you’ll preserve performance, safety, and resale value—while keeping your […]