Free Car Service Reminder
Service reminder builder
Runs in your browser. Nothing is stored or sent.
Written by Muneeb Rana · Last updated 21 October 2026
Quick answer: A car service reminder alerts you before maintenance is due so you don't miss an oil change, inspection or renewal. This free tool creates a calendar event (.ics) with an alert, which you can add to Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. For reminders per car with history and costs, the CarO app keeps them in one place.
TL;DR
- Pick the service, the due date and when to be alerted.
- Download the .ics file or add it straight to Google Calendar.
- Repeat yearly or every few months for recurring items.
Use this car service reminder tool to put your next oil change, inspection, MOT, tire rotation or insurance renewal into your calendar in seconds. It works without an account: the reminder is created in your browser and saved to your own calendar.
How to use the car service reminder
- Choose the service: oil change, tire rotation, inspection or MOT, registration, insurance renewal, brake fluid, or custom.
- Enter the car's name (for example 'Blue Civic').
- Pick the due date. If you only know the due mileage, estimate the date with your average monthly miles.
- Choose when to be alerted (1 day, 1 week or 2 weeks before) and whether it repeats.
- Click Download .ics or Add to Google Calendar.
How the car service reminder works
The tool builds a standard iCalendar (RFC 5545) event with a VALARM alert and optional RRULE repeat. Mileage-based dates are estimated as:
days_until_due = (due_odometer - current_odometer) / avg_daily_miles
Nothing is stored on our servers.
Worked example
Your oil change is due at 52,100 miles; you're at 49,300 and drive about 30 miles a day. (52,100 − 49,300) ÷ 30 ≈ 93 days, so the tool suggests a date about three months away with a one-week alert.
Reminders worth setting
Oil changes (oil change interval calculator); tire rotations; yearly inspection or MOT; registration and insurance renewals; brake fluid every 2-3 years; a monthly tire-pressure check (tire pressure guide); and seasonal checks before winter (seasonal car maintenance).
Calendar reminders vs an app
A calendar alert is great for one-off dates. If you have more than one car, or want the reminder linked to the service history and cost, an app is easier. CarO's oil change reminder and service reminders sit next to each car's records, and the maintenance schedule tool shows what to remind yourself about.
Keep track after the service
When the reminder fires and the work is done, log it in your vehicle maintenance log, then set the next one. See how to keep track of car maintenance.
Download CarO free on the App Store or Google Play. Free with ads; optional in-app purchases.
Sources
- AAA: Time-Stamped Car Maintenance Checklist: www.aaa.com (accessed 21 October 2026)
- GOV.UK: Getting an MOT: www.gov.uk (accessed 21 October 2026)
- NHTSA: Tire Safety (TireWise): www.nhtsa.gov (accessed 21 October 2026)
Disclaimer: CarO and this website give general car-care information, not professional advice. Maintenance intervals and specifications vary by vehicle, so always follow your owner's manual and a qualified mechanic. Mileage and cost figures are estimates; check local tax rules before using any log for deductions.
FAQ
How do I set a reminder for car maintenance?
Create a calendar event with an alert for the due date, or use a maintenance app. This tool makes an .ics file you can add to any calendar.
Can I set a reminder by mileage?
Calendars work by date, so the tool estimates the date from your current mileage, due mileage and average daily miles.
Does this tool store my data?
No. The reminder is created in your browser and saved only to your calendar.
Which calendars does it work with?
Any calendar that imports .ics files, including Google Calendar, Apple Calendar and Outlook.
Does CarO have service reminders?
Yes. CarO reminds you about oil changes, inspections and other services, and keeps the reminder with each car's service history.