How often should you schedule a transmission service for your car?

Hey everyone, I’ve been wondering — how often do you guys actually service your car’s transmission? I drive a 2017 Honda Accord, and the manual says around every 60k miles, but I’ve heard people recommend doing it sooner. I don’t drive crazy, mostly city and some highway, but I’d rather prevent a big repair bill later. What’s your routine or advice based on experience?

I used to wait for the 60k mark too, but after a rough lesson with my old Chevy Malibu, I started doing transmission service every 30–40k miles instead. The fluid was already dark and had that burnt smell when I finally checked, so now I don’t take chances. What really helped me figure it out was talking to a mechanic who explained that stop-and-go driving heats up the transmission faster, which wears out the fluid sooner. You might want to check this out Uneven tire wear — https://www.vip-servicecenter.com/services/transmission-service

 — they break down how different driving habits affect service intervals and what signs to look out for before it’s too late. I followed a similar approach, and my current car runs way smoother than before.

I didn’t realize city driving could make such a difference in how often you need to service the transmission. I’ve been sticking to the factory schedule, but maybe I should pay more attention to the color of the fluid instead of just the mileage.