As summer winds down and we head into the crisp days of early fall, now is an ideal time to give your vehicle a thorough checkup. After months of heat, long trips, and sun exposure, many of your car’s systems have been under extra strain. At CARSTAR Robert’s Collision & Repair, we believe that a proactive “october Recovery” inspection can help you avoid costly breakdowns later and ensure your car is ready for the coming season. In this blog, we’ll walk through key areas you should have inspected or serviced this month, from coolant to tires, from paint to safety systems. And we’ll explain how we support local Monterey drivers with top-tier collision, body, and detailing care. 1. Cooling System & Fluid Health Summer heat is tough on your cooling system. Radiator hoses, water pump, coolant levels, and thermostat function all take a beating under high-temperature driving. --Check coolant levels and concentration (the antifreeze to water rati ... read more