{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Canadian Winters Kill Cars Faster Than Engines Do","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/canadian-winters-kill-cars-faster-than-engines-do","audioUrl":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/340678/2587870/car-connection-workshop/2026_02_27_21_46_03_7fce2a2b-e446-4a28-b848-9938d7e9e328.mp3","description":"Canadian winters don't usually destroy engines - they destroy vehicles through corrosion. In this one - hour Saturday Q&A episode, we break down why rust is the real silent killer of family vehicles, how salt and moisture creep into frames and body structures, and why you must start with a solid foundation before investing in long - term fleet - style maintenance.If your vehicle is structurally compromised, no maintenance plan will save it. Protecting against corrosion may be the single most important step in extending the life of your car.We're also gearing up for Episode 100 and Season Two. Have a question? Email it Monday through Friday and I'll answer it on Saturday's one - hour show.More episodes and...project Details & links are available at Car Connection Business Network.com (ccbusnet.com) you'll find everything on our homepage if you'd like to follow the build/repair work we do & connect with our program partners click on their logo to meet them.Thank You! Merchandise available @ ccbusnet.com grab some Car Connection Motormouth Gear join the crew helping those struggling with addiction get to a Total Freedom Addiction Campus Canada & USA where a New Life awaits them there! Tnx in advance a Friends, Nile Motormouth Jenkins. Subscribe, comment, share, like, follow, ring the bell be notified, listen, All helps us to grow and keep the ignition on engine running smoothly. Love y'all very very much! NMJHappy Healthy Motoring, Peace Patience Kindness Always.      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