Posted on 1/2/2026
The January Car Reset: 7 Maintenance Moves That Save You Thousands the Rest of the Year January hits hard in Colorado. The roads get colder, the engines work overtime, and the small problems you ignored in December? They wake up with teeth. That’s why smart drivers treat January like a reset button—not a resolution, but a strategy. A way to take control of their car, their safety, and their wallet before the year gets away from them. Here are the seven moves that make the biggest difference: 1. Battery Load Test Cold weather drains power faster than people expect. A quick load test now prevents the classic “dead battery in a parking lot” moment. 2. Oil & Fluids Check Winter thickens fluids, especially oil and coolant. Ensuring everything is clean, full, and flowing well keeps your engine from fighting itself ... read more