The element of required service checkups and actions. They are necessary in those frequent intervals in order to keep the warranty intact ?
There is apparently a difference of frequency of required service of say, Mazda (Tribute) versus Hyundai Tucson or Santa Fe
This has brought a new view for me as I am accustomed to frequent, very low cost oil changes and maintenance on my older Volvo. How I was treated, those years ago, by a Volvo corporate rep who invalidated my request to address my car issues, thus I would never dream of buying a new Volvo again.
But back to the point. If the Hyundai Santa Fe required service every
3K miles and the Mazda required it only every 5 to 7.5K, then those ludicrously exorbitant oil changes take on a different view.Perhaps the nature of newer cars is now out of the hands of the owners and into the hands of designated techs with automotive computers.
I have always trusted myself with oil changes than anyone else. I have always used better oil and better filters, etc. Particularly at $48 an oil change at the Hyundai dealership
Any sage words on this subject are welcome.