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Lennie Lawson is a 44 year veteran of the auto industry and a real, live new car dealer...with a twist.....He tells it like it is. Whether you are buying, trading, servicing, getting repairs, curious about industry trends or just want an insider look and information to keep from making an expensive mistake, LENNIE LAWSON is the CAR Guru and the man you need to listen to and learn from.You will never hear this kind of information from the average new car dealer, salesperson or repair shop....they don't want you to know this stuff....but Lennie does. Give the Car Guru a shot, and be sure and tell your friends (but only if you like them!)

My Car Guru...Lennie Lawson


    • Feb 26, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    My drug-induced weight loss update, PLUS the importance on learning when to "punt"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 21:53


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    Let's play a game of "Car-life True or False" and learn where my disdain for EVs may come from

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 22:29


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    For the small business person: How to make your marketing line up with who you really are

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 22:13


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    Car dealer advertising meant to deceive and how to see through it

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 23:11


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    How your car can maim or kill you (while sitting in your driveway)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 22:56


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    Why your EV future may not be all bad, PLUS, my troublesome "old car" day (and I love them anyhow)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 22:10


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    He thought he found a great online deal until he bought a ticket, flew to Florida and arrived at the dealership

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 23:22


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    Predicting the next 10-20 years for EVs, Hybrids and Gas engines using the last 30 years as a guide

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 23:48


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    The automotive maintenance services you should never buy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 23:10


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    The NEW car, truck or suv that you should NEVER buy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 23:00


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    When it comes to cars, there are three, distinct classes of car owners....find out which class you exist in

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 22:16


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    Classic over-reactions to bad weather, PLUS....if the color isn't right, you might end up sleeping on the couch

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 22:08


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    Ignorance of the operation of key safety features on your vehicle could be a big problem when you need them

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 22:27


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    Winter driving tips for the fearful (which is understandable) and fearless (who shouldn't be)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 23:52


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    The high cost of new vehicles explained, PLUS why this show may be a great cure for insomnia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 23:12


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    Scare tactics that arrive in the mail PLUS, what were the top sellers in 2025...you need to know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 23:22


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    Serious repair decisions deserve serious thought and a clear understanding of your options

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 22:45


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    The used car you should never buy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 22:57


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    The reasons why you should always buy some kind (the right kind) of extended warranty on a modern car purchase

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 22:20


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    What is that spot on the driveway? It could be why you must skip the family vacation this year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 23:30


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    How to tell the true story about google ratings for car dealers and how to spot the "bandits"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 22:42


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    The best substitute for a Car Guru in your life is the Car Guru Guidebook...and it's free

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 23:13


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    Thank goodness "they don't build them like they used to"....listen and learn why

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 22:36


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    Back to the mailbag with darn good car questions and answers, PLUS the most influential vehicles of the last 70 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 22:42


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    My Ozempic weight loss experience...SO FAR, plus, how we determine what your car is worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 23:24


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    Year end deals will be here after year end PLUS, why are so many engines failing?...the answer is "swarf"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 23:31


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    Christmas Eve special....Shopping MUST DO's for year-end car buyers including how to resist the pressure

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 22:14


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    More ignorant things people do when it comes to cars, and if you are offended, I really don't care

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 23:25


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    Here is an inside look at the Car Guru's personal car collection...(and the logic behind the madness)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 23:54


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    Re-gifting is not evil...PLUS, asking the right questions is critical when considering an extended warranty purchase

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 23:18


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    Debunking car owner myths is a constant in my life...here are some common misconceptions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 21:26


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    What the Fed Rate cut and big China deals mean for your car life, PLUS what everyone stuck in a dead in job needs to know

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 21:44


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    Chapter 2: What would you do if these common situations happened to you and your automobile?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 23:13


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    What would you do if this happened to you and your automobile?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 23:02


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    How I'm losing my hip surgery fat, why I'm eating a major customer repair and Christmas gift ideas from a car guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 22:24


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    Here are a few of my secrets: a verbal tour of the "inner sanctum" and an example of dealing with delusional young people

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 23:16


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    Today I'm busting the car repair myths that you learned from dear 'ol Dad, or Uncle Charlie, or whoever...

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 24:10


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    Holy Moly! Advancing technology is going to swallow us whole....maybe it's time to go another way

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 23:02


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    The need for "fluffing" applies to many things in life, plus, my search for the mystery switch in my new Armada

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 23:39


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    When buying a new vehicle, negotiate with your wife or husband first....here's how that works

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 23:22


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    The Thanksgiving Special....it's extra special because my two Car-Daughters are in the studio!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 23:22


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    Some thoughts for the holiday, PLUS, you buy a used car and the engine blows up....what happens next depends on who sold it to you

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 23:06


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    Everything you need to know about buying vs leasing, and how to negotiate the best deal on both

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 22:38


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    Here are the most common Car Guru questions answered at speeds of up to 100 words per minute

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 22:01


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    Miscellaneous ramblings: A crazy, fun, sad and enlightening day of a newly minted 69 year old car guru

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 22:53


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    Why "appreciation marketing" is not just a business strategy, but can actually make your life more enjoyable

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 22:24


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    After two tours of the Sistine Chapel, what I learned about the value of the personal touch

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 22:36


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    I'm role playing the perfect car buying and car servicing experience for you...this is how it's done

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 22:47


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    I truly feel sorry for you if you bought an EV....and this is why you will not want to repeat their mistake

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 22:42


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    Car buyer alert: Knowing when to restrain yourself and NOT BUY A NEW CAR

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 23:39


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    Attack of the Toyota lovers...a story about a simple Facebook post that goes a little awry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 22:33


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