Taking care of your car now could help prevent you from long waits later.

The automotive industry continues to be impacted by supply chain issues. The Detroit News reported last week that the Flat Rock Assembly Plant near Detroit would have to shut down from producing some lines of Ford vehicles because of the ongoing computer chip shortage. Recently, Volkswagen Group officials told a German news source that it does not expect the computer chip shortage to be completely resolved by 2024. Other German automakers warn that manufacturing could slow down as much of its wiring is made in Ukraine, which is still under Russian assault. Russia’s production of aluminum, nickel, platinum, and palladium also makes some car necessities hard to make. Along with other supply chain-related issues, Randy Sahs from Sahs Auto and Collision in Sturgeon Bay says it has been frustrating for the repair industry as some customers have to wait several weeks to get their vehicles back.

Sahs hopes motorists use this as a time to make sure their car is appropriately maintained now to prevent more costly repairs and longer waits in the future.