In the app
Car journal
The car journal in the PulsCar app keeps your repairs and service in one place: what was done, when, and what it cost, with photos if you want. It turns "I think it was last spring" into a record.
Example · car journal
Oil change
Oct 12 · 48,200 mi
$79
Brake pads, front
Aug 3 · 45,900 mi
$210
Tire rotation
May 20 · 42,100 mi
$30
Edit · Delete · Undo · Photos
What you can do
- Add an entry with the date the event really happened, not just the day you typed it.
- Attach a photo to an entry.
- Filter the journal by entry type.
- Edit or delete an entry, with an Undo if you change your mind.
- Costs shown in the currency of your region. Entries are saved to your account.
How it works
- Open the journal. Find it in the app and tap to add an entry.
- Fill in what happened. Pick the type and date, add notes, cost and a photo if you like.
- Use it when it matters. Check the history before a service visit, a sale, or a warranty question.
Good to know
- The journal is part of the PulsCar membership.
- It stores what you enter. It does not read your service history from shops or manufacturers.
Questions
Why keep a journal?
A dated history helps you answer when a part was changed, supports a warranty claim and shows the next buyer how the car was looked after.
Can I fix a mistake?
Yes. You can edit an entry or delete it, and Undo brings it back.
Is it saved if I change phones?
Entries are saved to your account.
Does it need a scanner?
No. You can use the journal without one.
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