> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://userguide.tryflux.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to Flux

> Your AI-powered car care assistant. Get clear, unbiased answers about your vehicle — no jargon, no VIN lookup, no upselling.

Flux is a conversational assistant that helps everyday car owners understand their vehicle, evaluate repair quotes, and find trusted service options — all in plain language.

Whether your check engine light just came on, you received a quote that seems too high, or you just want to know what maintenance your car actually needs, Flux helps you make the right call.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="How It Works" icon="circle-play" href="/how-it-works">
    Learn how Flux understands your car questions and guides you to next steps.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Your Account" icon="user" href="/your-account">
    Sign up for free to save chats, bookmark helpful answers, and get more daily messages.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Asking Questions" icon="message" href="/using-flux/asking-questions">
    Tips for getting the most useful answers from Flux — symptoms, codes, and quotes.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Resource Library" icon="book-open" href="/resources/maintenance-guide">
    Browse guides on maintenance, costs, DIY repairs, and more.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Get started in seconds

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Flux">
    Go to [tryflux.app](https://tryflux.app). No account needed to get started.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Describe your situation">
    Type your question in plain language — a symptom, a warning light, or paste a mechanic's quote.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Follow the conversation">
    Flux asks a few clarifying questions, then gives you practical next steps and service options.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign up to save your chats">
    Create a free account to access chat history, bookmark helpful answers, and unlock more daily messages.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Flux is free to use. Guests get 10 messages per day. Sign up for a free account to get 20 messages per day plus chat history and bookmarks.
</Note>