As we head into 2026, here are 5 car care resolutions to help keep you safe, stress-free, and on the road all year long:
1. Keep the interior clean
Spilled drinks, food crumbs, and mud make a vehicle look and smell bad. Clean out your trash out after every commute. Clean spills promptly before stains and odor set in. Sanitize all of the high-touch areas. Vacuum dirt before it sticks to the carpet & seat fabrics.
2. Wash your car
Don’t wait for someone to write “Clean Me” in the dust on your car or truck window. Automated car washes and light vacuuming are good for maintenance, but every so often your car deserves a nice, deep clean, inside and out. This is especially true if you want to protect your vehicle’s resale value.
3. Learn How to Change a Tire
Every car owner should make the resolution to learn how to change his or her own vehicle’s tire. Calling roadside assistance is great, but what if you don’t have AAA, cell service, or your membership is expired? There might always come a time when you need to know this important skill.
4. Drive Safely
Do NOT text while driving! This is extremely careless. If you must use your phone on the road, use a hands-free device and don’t take any calls during hazardous driving conditions. Don’t write down notes or look up things on your phone while driving. If you must place a call, do so at a red light, stop sign, or parking space. Everyone wants to get home safely. Vow to drive safer this New Year.
5. Learn How to Jump-Start a Vehicle
Even though jump starting a dead battery is very easy to do, too many people rely on AAA or another driver to come to their rescue. Everybody should know how to jump start a dead battery. Not only can you get yourself back on the road, but you can also come to the rescue for someone else. To prevent being stranded on the side of the road, a good car resolution is to learn how to jump start a car. Be extra careful and make sure the jumper cables are connected to the right areas! There is a risk of electrocution.
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