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This week on the show I share 2 case studies on vehicles where the proximity key functions do not operate. A 2019 Chevrolet Sonic that starts and runs, but only when the key is in the cup holder and a 2017 Ram 2500 that has been through the auction 7 times! and has no working keys. I'll share tooling, test methods, and mindset when approaching these types of problems.Website- https://autodiagpodcast.com/Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/223994012068320/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@automotivediagnosticpodcas8832Email- STmobilediag@gmail.comPlease make sure to check out our sponsors!SJ Auto Solutions- https://sjautosolutions.com/Automotive Seminars- https://automotiveseminars.com/Jarhead Diagnostics- https://www.jarheaddiag.com/L1 Automotive Training- https://www.l1training.com/Autorescue tools- https://autorescuetools.com/
In its quest toward an electric future, General Motors is taking the axe to two small gasoline powered SUVs and a gasoline subcompact passenger car; Honda and GM are collaborating on EV development. We discuss.
There's always news in the automotive world. Sometimes, The Weekly Driver Podcast doesn't schedule a guest so co-hosts Bruce Aldrich and James Raia can discuss a few topics, like cars that will no longer be manufactured and a 55-year-old Mustang selling for an eye-opening record. That's what we do in this episode. The Chevrolet Sonic and Honda Fit will no longer be manufactured after the cars' current editions. Bruce and I discuss why we say good riddance to the Sonic and a hearty farewell to the Fit. The 2020 Rolls-Royce Wraith defines power, opulence and obsession. Bruce Aldrich and I discuss it and several other topics like the recent sale of a 1965 Ford Mustang for a record price during this episode of The Weekly Driver Podcast. Image © Bruce Aldrich/2020. Mustang, Mustang. How about a Mustang? Who would have known, a Mustang selling for nearly $4 million? It's true. A 1965 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R sold for a record $3.85 million The vehicle has a great heritage. It was once driven by Ken Miles of “Ford v Ferrari” fame. It sold at the recent Mecum Auctions event in Indianapolis. The sale marked the second record Mustang sale this year. In January, the long-lost 1968 Mustang featured in the Steve McQueen film “Bullitt” sold for $3.74 million. Bruce and I discuss that, too. This 1965 Ford Mustang sold recently for a record $3.85 million at Mecum Auctions in Indianapolis In this episode, we talk about the cancellation of all but one event of Monterey Auto Week. More than 30 events are held annually for about 10 days in August. The only event left is a 100-mile auto rally in Pacific Grove. The vehicles involved won't be on display as usual, but the yearly drive for charity will remain. And was there any bigger news recently than the return of the Ford Bronco? We've got that covered, too And lastly, Bruce and I chat about my recent review of a 2020 Rolls-Royce Wraith. It's among the most opulent vehicles I've ever driven during my 16 years as a car reviewer. As always, The Weekly Driver Podcast encourages and appreciates feedback from our listeners. Please forward episode links to family, friends and colleagues. And you are welcome to repost links from the podcast to your social media accounts. Support our podcast by shopping on Amazon.com. Please send comments and suggestions for new episodes to James Raia via email: james@jamesraia.com. All podcast episodes are archived on www.theweeklydriver.com/podcast Every episode is also available on your preferred podcast platform: Google Play iTunes Spotify Stitcher iheartradio Editor's note: This post has been corrected. Chevrolet will discontinue the Sonic, not the Spark as previously written,
WWJ's John McElroy - GM dropping Chevrolet Sonic
Looking back on vehicles from 2008-2020, there are a lot of weird surprises and disappointments. From the Chrysler 200 to the Chevrolet Sonic, what can we learn from this weird period in automotive history? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/salvagetitle/message
Lane, Warren and Bryan chat about cars.Mighty Max! Where are the simple trucks? Gardeners special?DWA roadtrip: Vanagon, no issues Porsche 944, A.M. mission BMW 550i, zero leg room (3 seater)Going coastalBack seat of a 944 to San DiegoHeated and ventilated seats and...nose drive?Chevrolet Sonic review- road trip worthy, niceAutobahn emotionsThe DWA edition BMW 228i1 series vs 3 seriesSportsmobile salesthe current craze of Adventuremobilesthe van with no plan/pay it forwardEuropean touring in a Mercedes vanMcLaren F1: kit-car-ish?! Ferrari and Lambo QC, built on a FridayLoving Pagani except the wheelsWe want the Porsche 918M!997 GT3- keep forever, honed from a single piece...911 vs M4 and why some comparos suckRS versions of DWA carsAuction preview: Pebble Beach, 917 Porsche and 250 GTOHow to start a 917jingle that change! (bass)
In a move that probably did not surprise anyone, Laura Soave was let go as head of the Fiat car brand in the American market. Speaking of personnel moves, General Motors appointed its vice chairman, Steve Girsky, as the chairman of the supervisory board of Opel. If you thought that the Volt is expensive here in the U.S., good thing you don’t live in China! All that and more plus a review of the new Chevrolet Sonic.