{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Preventative Maintenance That Actually Saves Money (Not Dealer Checklist Fluff)","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/preventative-maintenance-that-actually-saves-money-not-dealer-checklist-fluff","audioUrl":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/340678/2563093/car-connection-workshop/2026_02_20_11_53_24_15ceb4b8-988a-4db5-9d1d-a4a2e7a1f2fe.mp3","description":"Preventative maintenance can save you thousands - if you focus on the right things. Motormouth breaks down real - world maintenance that actually saves money, not dealer checklist fluff designed to sell services.From fluids and inspections to wear items and real fleet strategies, we explain what matters if you want your vehicle to last 300,000, 400.000, or even 600,000 km. If this vehicle has to last and you can't afford one, listen up.More episodes and .... 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 sponsors click their logo to connect ,Thank You ! Merchandise available at (ccbusnet.com) grab some & join the crew in helping those struggling with addiction get to a Total Freedom Addiction Campus Canada & USA where a New Life Awaits them there! Tnx a bunch friends, Nile Motormouth Jenkins. Happy Healthy Motoring, Tnx for watching & Listening it helps us keep the ignition on, engine running smoothly! Peace Patience Kindness Always, NMJ "},"annotations":[{"startTime":25.34,"endTime":30.04,"type":"car","title":"Nissan Rogue","url":"/cars/nissan/rogue","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/36/2016_Nissan_Rogue%2C_Front_Left%2C_04-13-2021.jpg","quote":"...or a Nissan Rogue getting its brakes back in order, or perhaps that mystery leak...","canonicalId":"car:nissan:rogue","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Nissan Rogue is a compact crossover SUV that offers a balance of comfort, fuel efficiency, and practicality. It's designed for families and urban driving, with ample cargo space and advanced safety features.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Nissan Rogue is a family-friendly SUV that is good for driving in the city and has enough space for groceries or luggage. 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