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    • Mar 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Talking vehicle safety with Jennifer Morrison, Mazda's Director of Vehicle Safety Strategy.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 57:09


    n this interview we chatted with Jennifer about how Mazda exceeded IIHS's rigorous 2025 criteria, particularly in the newest IIHS crash test for rear-seat occupant protection and crash avoidance technology. Mazda's holistic approach to safety, including its vision of achieving zero traffic fatalities in Mazda vehicles by 2040. Why Mazda views safety as a responsibility. Plus, we review the Chevy Traverse and Hyundai Elantra hybrid --50 plus mile per gallon and fill the lines with callers.

    Cycles 128 Cycles Classic Cafe Museum and a review of the 2025 Nissan Altima

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 57:50


    In this episode we talk with Rob Cerundulo dealer principle of Cycles 128 and New England Power Sports about one of his passions the Cycles Classic Cafe Museum. This is a great treat and even better itis free to visit. Go to www.cycles128.com to learn more. Also, in the episode we review the all-wheel drive Nissan Altima SV

    Talking cars with Iseecars.com executive analyst Karl Brauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 58:15


    In this episode we talk about best new car values, best used car values Best Cars, Trucks, SUVs for 2025 - iSeeCars.com and then just chat about cars. We also talk with our listeners from near and far.

    The Melton Autorama and a review of the 2025 Nissan Armada

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 57:25


    In this episode we talk with John J. Oleary IV a researcher working on the James Melton auto Museum. James Melton was 'America's Favorite Tenor' who's acclaim as a singer was eclipsed by his passion for collecting old cars. The Melton Museum (Norwalk CT) featured 100 antique automobiles but closed when Melton moved his collection to the James Melton Autorama in Hypoluxo Florida. If you have more information to help John in his quest, send him a email or leave him a message. He can be reached at OLEARYJ42@gmail.com or (860) 805-6928.

    Fleet management with Jeff Neiman COO of Merchants Fleet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 57:32


    In this episode we talk about fleet management, electrification, and the world of cars. We also talk with our regulars (who we love) and how to stay warm on chilly days with THAW from NEBO.

    Preventing crashes with Automatic Emergency Braking and a review of the Infiniti QX60

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 57:55


    In this episode we talk with Jennifer Morrison director of vehicle safety with Mazda. Jennifer is also Communications Chair, Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) U.S. Department of Transportation. We also review the Infiniti QX60, discuss night driving glasses and have no idea about a EFI snowblower that goes through fuel pumps, but I will learn.

    John Vincent US News best 2025 cars for the Money a review of the Kia Niro HEV and a Sparq give away.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 53:43


    In this episode we talk with John Vincent of US News about the best cars for the money for 2025. We also review the Kia Niro HEV (hybrid). A follow up on my challenge to repair my wife's VW. Great success with WORX tools and a giveaway of the Sparq AI diagnostic tool

    SPARQ AI Diagnostics and a review of the 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 56118:25


    n this episode we talk with Daniel Nieh and Codrin Cobzaru co-founders of SPARQ Diagnostics a AI based diagnostic tool. Right now you can get this tool for the price of just shipping and handling ($20). Go to joinsparq.com. Also we review the very nice 2025 Ford Explorer.

    Winter Driving tips with https://teamoneil.com/ Chris Komar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 57904:46


    In this episode we talk with rally driver and instructor for https://teamoneil.com/ about winter driving. We also answered a few car questions from our listener family.

    AAA and NAPA team up to train new technicians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 57039:14


    We are talking with Jim Sennett Manager of Repair Programs at AAA about an exciting new program with AAA & NAPA AutoTech. This a new Mentorship Program for Aspiring Auto Repair Technicians

    First program of 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 58:19


    In this program we talk about a new diagnostic tool from SPARQ talk with our listener family and for our podcast listeners only you have a chance to win a Gyraline. Gyraline allows you to do wheel alignments at home with only a iPhone and the Gyraline app and fixture.

    Final program for 2024, recap of guests, Gyraline give-away and WheelsTV POV award

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 57:14


    In this episode we go over some of the most read questions in the Car Doctor column in @projo. Talk about voting for the WheelsTV Previous owned vehicle awards and a year of great guests. Have a healthy, happy and safe 2025

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    Do your own wheel alignments with Gyraline and a review of the NEBO Assist 1000 XP

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 58:11


    In this episode we talk with Sam Henao creator of the Gyraline. http://gyraline.com A simple and inexpensive tool to check and adjust wheel alignment. For a little more than the price of a typical 4-wheel alignment you can check it yourself. We also go over some submitted questions and review the NEBO Assist 1000XP Jump Pack. LED Flashlights, Lanterns, Headlamps & Work Lights – Bright Rechargeable Flashlights - NEBOMerry Christmas and Happy Hanukah

    The 2025 U.S. News Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 57:05


    In this episode we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent / Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. He has more than 30 years of experience covering the auto industry, auto financing, auto leasing and car buying. John is a great guest. We also go over a few questions that came in this week and talk with everyone named Jim.

    The 2025 U.S. News Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 57:05


    In this episode we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent / Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. He has more than 30 years of experience covering the auto industry, auto financing, auto leasing and car buying. John is a great guest. We also go over a few questions that came in this week and talk with everyone named Jim.

    The 2025 U.S. News Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 57:05


    In this episode we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent / Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. He has more than 30 years of experience covering the auto industry, auto financing, auto leasing and car buying. John is a great guest. We also go over a few questions that came in this week and talk with everyone named Jim.

    If you drive for Uber or Lyft in Massachusetts, you should consider an electric car

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 57219:03


    In this episode we talk with Anna Vanderspek Electric Vehicle Program Director at Green Energy Consumers Alliance about all things electric. Plus, how I was wrong about the TOPDON TopScan Pro.

    If you drive for Uber or Lyft in Massachusetts, you should consider an electric car

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 57219:03


    In this episode we talk with Anna Vanderspek Electric Vehicle Program Director at Green Energy Consumers Alliance about all things electric. Plus, how I was wrong about the TOPDON TopScan Pro.

    Learn how to rodent proof your ride with www.getCoverSeal.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 60:45


    On this first day of December we talk with Ken Huening, creator of CoverSeal. This car cover helps keep rodents and other critters out of your car. Listeners can get a 15 percent discount by using the code cover24. We also filled the phone lines with listeners who had a chance to win a cover.

    Negotiating with your insurance company with Michael Parsons of http://claim-maxx.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 56:59


    In this episode we talk with Michael Parsons CFO Source One Financial Corporation about his new website http://claim-maxx. In this episode we talk about how to get the most out of your insurance claim when your car is determined to be a total loss. Also first impressions of a DIY alignment tool from GYRALINE.

    Car Auctions with Kenny Garman of https://www.premierauctiongroup.com/

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 57332:15


    In this episode we talk with Kenny Garman one of the partners of the Premier Auction Group. There is going to be a 450-car auction in Punta Gorda Florida December 6 and 7th and we get a preview. We also give away a AAA membership and talk with long time listener Carol from Lynn, answer some questions and tell some stories.

    Can a diesel be more efficient than an electric car?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 57:30


    We talk with Genius Garage founder and automotive innovator Casey Putsch. Casey recently undertook a comparative analysis of the operational costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of his groundbreaking prototype Omega Car against the popular Tesla Model 3. Check out his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyPutsch

    Porsche Outlaws with author Michael Alan Ross

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 56:45


    In this episode we talk with author and photographer Michael Alan Ross about his fantastic book Porsche Outlaws--STUTTGART HOT RODS. Round up of my Florida trip and we talk with some old and new members of the radio family

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    Talking additives with Lucas oil

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 57:25


    Sunday at 11 on 95.9 WATD FM on the Car Doctor radio program we are talking with Dr Ray Burns chief scientist at Lucas. Plus this weeks questions and there were a few interesting ones.

    Talking cars and tire testing with George Kennedy-A review of the Toyota Supra

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 57:43


    In this episode we talk with New England Motor Press Vice President and Auto Writer George Kennedy about Tire testing, the electric Rolls Royce, AMG Mercedes, F1 racing, pizza, and North Shore Roast Beef. We also talked about flood cars, and reviewed the very good Toyota Supra.

    Talking shop with Junior Damato of Juniors Automotive and a review of the Subaru Crosstrek-sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 57:23


    In this episode we talk with AAA Approved Repair shop owner Junior Damato, review the Subaru Crosstrek and talk with our producer Jesse Wilkens about his live podcast -Hometown Ghost Stories and Barrel House Z on 10/18

    Talking Tyres with Wes Boling of Nokian Tyres, plus a review of the all-electric Hyundai Ionic 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 56:13


    In this episode we talk winter tires, all season tires, and all-weather tires, plus a little tire maintenance. Plus answer the question, do you need special tires for an EV? Then we review the Hyundai Ionic 6.

    Cannonball run reunion and a review of the Land Rover Defender

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 57404:57


    In this episode we talk with Eric Richmond about the Cannonball Run reunion. You can find more information at https://carsandcoffeedarien.com and check out http://carsandcoffeeevents.com for all the latest automotive events. We also review the Land Rover Defender and try to find out why a Chevy Cobalt won't start

    Talking Hot Rods and car culture with Brian Brennan, PowerStop update & review of the Z

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 58064:33


    In this episode we talked with Brian Brennan who with a few friends started www.inthegaragemedia.com Brian was formerly executive senior editor of Hot Rod magazine. In the Garage Media includes All Chevy Performance, Classic Truck Performance and Modern Rodding. Also an update on the PowerStop brake replacement on my own car, plus a very quick review of the Nissan Z. Questions, comments and even criticisms email me at jpaul@aaanortheast.com

    Hyundai Kona review and Formula-E racing with Taylor Barnard

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 58:18


    This week I took a trip to the Formula Arcade in Boston curtesy of Merchants Leasing and had the opportunity to race and chat with Formula E driver Taylor Barnard. We also chat with our listener family and review the Hyundai Kona N-Line

    We talk with espionage expert, car spy and photojournalist Brenda Priddy and review the CX-50 2024-09-08

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 57:07


    Brenda and I talked years ago and she is still as interesting now as then. She is also a routine traveler to Cuba to check out the cars and the culture and you can go with her. https://www.facebook.com/BrendaPriddyandCompany/

    Labor Day Car Deals with John Vincent of US NEWS and a quick review of the Honda Pilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 57:27


    On this first day of September, we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent/Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. plus some of the interesting questions of the week and talk with our listener family.

    Talking Dune Buggys with Winnie Meyers aka Mrs. Manx and a review of the Buick Envista

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 57657:02


    We had the opportunity to chat with Winnie Meyers, who was married to legendary dune buggy builder Bruce Meyers, the father of the fiberglass dune buggy. Check out Books by Bruce and Winnie Meyers https://booksbymeyers.com/Winnie will also be at https://www.facebook.com/groups/862134235401141/

    Cape Cod Seaside Lemans with Matt Pitta and a review of the Genesis GV60

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 57:35


    In this episode we talk with Matt Pitta about the Cape Cod Seaside Lemans. This is a F1 style Go-Kart race that benefits many charities on Cape Cod. They are on track to raise 10 million dollars. We also review the pretty awesome Genesis GV60, talk with our listens, get a great recommendation about Chemical Brothers headlight cleaner, and some good deals at Harbor Freight.

    Thinking of a career in automotive technology, think of Mass Bay Community College plus a review of the Acura TLX

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 56:36


    In this episode we talk with the David Protano, Dean of Automotive Technology at MassBay Community College. Then we review the Acura TLX and chat with our radio family that makes the program what it is. https://podcasts.feedspot.com/car_podcasts/

    Roll Royce Spectre with US News Zack Doell and the Chicago Ford plant 100-year anniversary with Ford's Ted Ryan (Mazda 3 Review)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2024 57:09


    In this episode we talk with US News and World Report automotive tester Zack Doell about his road test of the RR Spectre EV, review the Mazda 3 and talk with Ford's Historian Ted Ryan about the 100-year anniversary of the Chicago Ford Plant

    Open lines Q&A and a review of the Volvo S-60 Recharge.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 57:58


    In this episode we review the Volvo S-60 plugin hybrid--the Black Edition and have great conversations with our listener family

    Buying vs leasing with Consumer Reports Jon Linkov, keeping kids safer with AAA's Christina Hayman and a review of the Hyundai Tucson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2024 57:02


    In this episode we talk with deputy auto editor Jon Linkov of Consumer Reports about buying versus leasing, when it makes sense and when it doesn't. Then we talked with my co-worker Christina Hayman senior manager of government affairs for AAA Northeast about a press conference at the Massachusetts state house about a car seat bill that requires kids to be sitting rear facing until the age of two. Then a review of the Hyundai Tucson.

    EV help with Aaron Schneider, Business Development Director for Ford Charging fordpro.com.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 57:42


    In this episode we talk with Aaron Schneider Business Development Director for Ford Charging. For more information go to www.fordpro.com. We also talk about the Wolfbox portable air compressor, and a recent trip to the Audrain Museum. Plus the new WATD studio

    Drive In Control with Dan Strollo and a review of the Toyota Sequoia (edited version)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 55:53


    In this episode we talk about the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day which we call the 100 Deadliest Days. Old friend Dan Strollo of www.driveincontrol.org gives us tips on staying safe. We also give away a gift certificate to keep drivers safe. The gift certificate was given away to a happy listener

    We chat with John Vincent Senior Editor on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. Plus review the Honda Ridgeline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 57:59


    In this episode we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent/Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report about the rise and fall of Fisker, and best car buys for July. Tell a tire story, thank Bling for getting my car seat clean and how Innova stepped up to replace a scan tool.

    We talk with Torsten Gross Racing Just Hands Motorsports and review the Infiniti QX60

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 57:15


    We chat with Torsten Gross, who races a 981 Cayman retrofitted to be driven with my hands because because he is a C6 Quadriplegic. In this episode we learn more about Torsten and even how he taught NASCAR's Joey Lagano how to drive a race car fitted with hand controls. You will come away inspired. Also a review of the Infiniti QX60 and bust some car myths

    On this Father's Day we chat with Gunther Buerman of the Newport Car Museum and give away Bling Sauce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2024 56:53


    The Newport Car Museum is one of my favorite places to visit. There are over 100 of the most beautiful cars on display and an art museum setting- and on this Father's Day free admission to dads. www.newportcarmuseum.org Then a little trivia for some Bling Sauce https://blingsauce.com/ Remember if you order in the next couple of weeks, use radio20 in the discount code for 20 percent off your order.

    Talking an electric future with Doug Shannon CEO of SageWerks energy consulting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 57:10


    In this episode we talk with Doug Shannon CEO Home (sagewerks.energy). We talk about all things electric, the fleet, the grid and the future as well as the past. Then we chat with our radio family on this rainy Sunday

    Automotivetouchup.com -- when you need factory paint plus a Bling Sauce Give-a-way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2024 57:38


    In this episode we talk with Paul Fernandez of www.automotivetouchup.com and also give away some Bling Sauce. Remember our friends at www.blingsauce.com will give Car Doctor listeners 20 percent off, just enter radio20 in the discount code

    Talking oil with Pennzoil oil scientist Sean Nguyen on this Memorial Day weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2024 56:47


    In this episode we cover all you ever wanted to know about oil and more with self-proclaimed oil nerd Sean Nguyen, Pennzoil's Technical Scientist and Automotive Lubricant Specialist. Plus, we answer some questions, talk with our radio family

    Talking with Karl Brauer of iseecars.com about latest vehicle trends and a Bling Sauce Give Away

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2024 57407:34


    In this episode we talked with executive analyst for iseecars.com Karl Brauer. We are talking about how EVs are more expensive and driven less than gas cars, the industry in general, recalls and a bit of everything. We also did a trivia game, and the prize was Bling Sauce appearance products for your car boat or RV. If ordering from blingsauce.com use the code radio20 for 20 percent off your order.

    Bling Sauce appearance products with CEO Patrick Jones-listen to the program to learn how to get 20 percent off your order.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2024 57:41


    In this episode we talk with www.blingsauce.com CEO Patrick Jones. We find out how the company was started, the products they offer for cars, boats and RVs and also find out I'm lazy. You can also get 20 percent off your order when buying directly from blingsauce.com but you need to listen to find out how. We also talk with radio family member Tom who is selling his numbers matching GTO Judge. Happy Mother's Day.

    Electrifying your fleet with Hari Nayar of Merchants Fleet and a review of the Fiido T2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 57:28


    In this episode we talk Hari Nayar the VP of Fleet Electrification & Sustainability at Merchants Fleet. We cover everything from battery life, recycling and touch on hydrogen. Then we review the Fiido T2 E-Bike and chat with our listeners on this Cinco de Mayo and Orthodox Easter

    Talking E-Bikes with Ronny Xu of Fiido

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 57:52


    In this episode I talk with the Overseas sales manager of Fiido E-Bikes about why I like all things with wheels, including e-bikes. Plus an update from producer Jesse about where he was last week (check out hometown ghost stories) and answer some email questions.

    The Women of Wolfsburg and a review of the Mercedes Benz CLA 250

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2024 57:12


    In this episode we talk with Che Cooper the founder and president of the www.womenofwolfsburg.comThis is an all-women's VW enthusiast group founded here in New England. Che has owned 100 VWs and currently has nine. We also review the 2024 Mercedes CLA250-4Matic.

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