Description

Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership is an essential and inclusive resource designed to make car ownership accessible and easy for everyone, regardless of age, gender, background, or experience level. When was the last time you actually enjoyed picking up a book about cars? Often, automotive books are targeted primarily at men, especially car enthusiasts or professional mechanics. This approach leaves out ordinary car owners who simply need practical guidance and relatable information.

Chaya M. Milchtein, an automotive educator, experienced journalist, and prominent social media influencer, proudly breaks this mold. As a queer woman with over a decade of extensive automotive industry experience, Chaya uniquely understands the economic importance of safe, reliable transportation. In a society where marginalized communities, especially LGBTQ+ individuals and people of color, disproportionately face economic barriers, owning a dependable vehicle and establishing a trustworthy relationship with a skilled mechanic are essential tools to gaining financial stability, career growth, and personal safety.

Recognizing that car buying as well as tasks like insurance and repairs can seem intimidating for many women and queer individuals, Chaya thoughtfully addresses these realities head-on. Her mission is to demystify vehicle ownership and empower readers across all identities and economic backgrounds to confidently navigate the automotive landscape.

Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership offers clear, practical guidance covering the entire spectrum of car-ownership experiences—from buying the right vehicle, obtaining insurance, selecting an excellent mechanic, to handling unexpected roadside emergencies. Written in approachable language and filled with valuable tips, this comprehensive resource will enable readers to make informed and confident decisions about owning, maintaining, and caring for their vehicles.

A true guidebook for a lifetime, Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership is an invaluable addition to the shelf of every current or future car owner.