In this fast moving and lively program callers ask questions and offer comments on a wide range of auto repair and automotive topics. With over 45 years as an automotive technician and independent shop owner, host Louis Altazan pulls no punches sharing his insight and opinions. Get the skinny on dealership maintenance departments. Learn about "tricks" to sucker you in for extensive repairs. Light in tone, but heavy on information, you'll learn about everything from what new or used vehicle to buy to diagnosing and solving an array of automotive problems. Check out this Podcast and keep your motor running with Louis Altazan's Automotive Hour.
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The final episode of the Automotive hour. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry say good bye after 30 + years on the show.
A replay of a classic Automotive Hour from 2015. Tips for selling your vehicle is the topic this week. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
Why there are no unimportant parts on a vehicle and many you may not have considered. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
How to become an automotive technician and automotive headlights are the topics of this program. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician, Brian Terry host a lively program.
Buying the vehicle that is the right tool for the job. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
Expenses on mandated systems, thoughts on buying just what you need. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss these and answer questions from callers.
Maintenance by intervals verses a General Inspection, advantages and disadvantages. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discus these and answer calls from listeners.
Fluid levels that go down and why, what must repaired and what can wait. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Getting a proper invoice when a vehicle is repaired, delivering on time, at the price quoted and fixed right the first time. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Infrequent maintenance you may not have thought about. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation of a classic Automotive Hour from 2015. Vibrations, how to find and fix them on a vehicle. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation of a show from 2015. Collateral part replacement and how to save money. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian discuss this and answer calls from several listeners.
Car jacking, flooded streets and new technology. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Better ways to resolve complaints under warranty or when dealing with auto repair. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
How to prevent an engine from overheating and the problems that result. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician Brian Terry discuss how to prevent overheating and answer questions from callers.
Louis and Brian answer calls from listeners in a rebroadcast of a program originally aired June 27, 2009.
A rebroadcast of a show originally aired on June 20, 2009. Listen to see what Louis and Brian were talking about twelve years ago.
Automotive air conditioning and some things you may be able to do to prevent problems. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Oil changes are simple, but things can go wrong. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Some things to consider before buying a vehicle. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation from 2016. How oil flows through the engine and why is the topic of this episode. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from our listeners.
A prerecorded program originally broadcast in 2012, featuring vintage car expert Mr. Bob McCarron. He and Automotive Hour host, Louis Altazan give a brief account of Chevrolet history.
More on restoration of vehicles and perhaps things people may not consider before starting. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Some tips when restoring, customizing or buying a classic or custom vehicle. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
The 2019-2021 Toyota Tundra does not have a conventional cooler on the automatic transmission. Is this a problem or an evolution of design. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
Driving on roads with standing water can cause damage. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry explain some of the problems and answer calls from listeners.
Simple things often cause issues and when something seems too simple, we may not know all we need to know to do it properly. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Obtaining quality parts can be a bigger problem than you may imagine. With older and antique vehicles it may be even more difficult. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
When you can save money on brake rotors and when it might not be a good idea. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Why brake fluid replacement is not on most vehicle makers maintenance schedule and why it is important. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Information on the internet and elsewhere and why we need to question it. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listener.
Maintenance is not just for your vehicle. How to apply the concept of overall lowest costs to your home. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer questions from callers.
Technology is a buzz word often used on new vehicles. Certainly it abound on newer vehicles but has also been around a long time. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss old technology and the benefit and answer calls.
Information can be good and it can be misleading. How to recognize biased information and avoid the problems it can cause. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation of a classic Automotive Hour. Dodge dash-light dilemma and how the cold affects your vehicle. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry answer calls from listeners and discuss things that you should know.
An encore performance of a classic Automotive Hour. Matt and the musty Mercedes and Rick has a tick in his Ford. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician, Brian Terry, talk about coolant pH and answer calls from listeners.
Fuel pumps, symptoms, how to check and why they fail. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss some of the funny and strange things a person sees working in an automotive shop and answer questions from callers.
Why aftermarket parts are too expensive to use and how evaporative emissions codes set. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Insurance and finance companies make a great deal of money. Some things to consider to keep a little more of your money with regards to cars. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
Chassis damage and frame damage is an often overlooked problem source. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
In the last show of 2020 Louis and transmission expert Josh Wilson discuss getting the vehicle checked before a trip and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation of a classic Automotive Hour from 2014. Mike has a noise, CJ has a squeal and Ben is shaking. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician, Brian Terry, discuss brake problems and answer calls from listeners.
An encore presentation of a classic Automotive Hour. The Ford front seal, should Travis chip and Johnny has a freeze plug dilemma. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician, Brian Terry, answer these and other calls.
Vibrations are tricky but with a few tips most can be diagnosed by home mechanics. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss methods and tips for solving vibration issues.
Why free is never free and how marketing terms can lead a person into an expensive situation. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer questions from callers.
Brake fluid and the differences between DOT 3, DOT 4, DOT 5 and DOT 5.1. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive lead technician Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
If a vehicle is a 2021 or a 1921, certain basic fundamentals apply and are needed to diagnose problems. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Hybrid and electric vehicles are they the future? Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss this and answer calls from listeners.
Warning lights and what they mean. On this program Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss these and answer calls from listeners.
Coolant replacement is one of the most important things a vehicle needs. It is also one of the most improperly done repairs. Louis Altazan and AGCO Automotive General Manager Brian Terry discuss how to properly change coolant in detail.
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