{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"\"Your Automotive New Year Plan: The Maintenance Strategy That Saves Money & Keeps You Safe\"","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/your-automotive-new-year-plan-the-maintenance-strategy-that-saves-money-keeps-you-safe","audioUrl":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/340678/2385913/car-connection-workshop/2025_12_12_12_26_02_479739c3-f1a0-4178-9557-0972dd526926.mp3","description":"Start the year with a plan that actually works-your automotive New Year Plan. I n Today's episode ,Motormouth breaks down how a solid maintenance strategy can save you thousands, extend the life of your vehicle, and keep you and your family safe on the road. We talk structural maintenance, scheduled service, preventative repairs, and how setting a real plan-not New Year's wish list-is the key to reliability  in 2026. If you want fewer breakdowns, fewer surprise repair bills, and a smoother, safer ride, this episode is your  roadmap. This is more than car talk . every listen, like, comment, and piece of merch you pick up helps us serve those who can't  afford repairs-widows, single moms, families in crisis, people quietly struggling. The mission is simple: provide safe, reliable transportation at no cost to those who need it most. That's what Car Connection is all about. JOIN THE MOTORMOUTH CREW: Like, Subscribe, and comment-it feeds the algorithm and fuels the mission. Pick up your Car Connection merch ( ccbusnet.com) all of our links are on our home page top right hand corner and Thank You! connect with our program partners and recommended businesses that have mu seal of approval. Every hoodie, mug, and tee helps us repair vehicles for free for those who need it most. Follow on Facebook @ Nile Motormouth Jenkins for exclusive reels. Visit StevensvilleOnTheWeb.ca ( click the businesses tab ) for bloopers, outtakes, and updates. Share the podcast to help us reach more people and build more  Total Freedom campuses that set those with addictions break free, a new life awaits you.  We're here to serve the struggling, one safe vehicle at a time. Thanks for watching on YouTube and Listening on  iHeartRadio podcast and all podcast platforms search ( car connection workshop) Happy Motoring Friends, Drive Safe , Keep it under 100 & put that coffee on we're coming to your house ! NMJ Peace, Patience, Kindness . NMJ   "},"annotations":[{"startTime":423.0,"endTime":428.3,"type":"term","title":"dyag time","url":"/glossary/dyag-time","quote":"...that's dyag time. That's what that means. You're authorizing diagnostic time. Don't leave the gate open as we'd say on the dairy farm because all the cows are going to get out. 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