your car, take it out for a spin first to check that everything is working. a lot of people do not do this; therefore, they wind up with the same issues that existed before taking their car to the shop.
a spare tire and a jack need to be in your vehicle all of the time. most new cars come with them. being stuck without a spare tire and jack means you will have to get your car towed. changing that tire yourself can save you the cost of towing.
if you’re having serious repairs done on your vehicle, make sure to get multiple estimates. most shops are reliable but some mechanics 