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Having a car can often seem like a reason to have more outgoings to worry about, emergency issues if your vehicle breaks down or extra responsibilities with maintenance and upkeep. If the main reason you have a car — or are considering a car — is to have a way to easily commute to work, you may be begrudging the investment for something you think you could live without if it was not for the need to commute.
However, there any many benefits to owning a vehicle which can improve your way of life and way of thinking. If you are having second thoughts about your current vehicle, or wondering whether you should invest in a vehicle at all, here are some great reasons why you should have a car.
#1. You will Always Have a Way to Get Somewhere
It sounds like something very obvious, but you do not realize how handy it is to have a car at the ready until you really need it for something. Even for the simplest errands, having a car can make a world of difference. If you live in a rural location, for instance, driving 20 minutes to the nearest store might seem like nothing. However, if you do not have a car and your location is not on a public transport route, a simple errand immediately becomes something more complicated. A car is there when you need it.
#2. It
is Complete Freedom
Having the option of jumping in your car whenever you want or need, and then driving wherever you like, hitting the open road, is the definition of complete freedom to some. This can also have a lot of mental health benefits – simply knowing that you always have an option of hitting the open road and getting away.
You never know when you might need to simply enjoy a relaxing drive somewhere, and having a car there ready is a huge benefit.
#3. Cars Make Everything Easier
Whether it is visiting a family member, going on vacation and needing to drive to the airport, needing to pick up some bulky furniture items or go grocery shopping, cars are ready and equipped to do what you need.
#4. They
Can Be Used as Collateral
Should you ever find yourself in an emergency situation where you need financial aid, your car can actually be used to help you get a loan, such as through logbook loans which you otherwise would not be able to get without a vehicle to your name.
#5. It
Counts for Social Experiences
Cars can open up a world of new social experiences and adventures. You can more easily drive to new places, see new attractions, travel with friends or take a road trip as a vacation. Cars help you to experience more, and to do so more easily.
#6. It
is Independence
You do not have to depend on other people for carpooling, you do not have to worry about changing public transport schedules or delays. You do not have to worry about anyone else when it comes to hopping in your car and having it ready to drive somewhere.
To Conclude
While having a car is an extra outgoing, the benefits of having a car certainly outweigh any vehicle worries.
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