A Battery That Jump Starts Itself? Optima Tells All
About this episode
Daryl Brockman from Optima Batteries joins the show to discuss innovative battery technology, including their self-jump-starting batteries and the unique PowerLink system for power sports vehicles. The conversation dives into the advantages of lithium iron phosphate batteries, their safety certifications, and how they can enhance vehicle performance. Listeners also hear about common automotive issues, including Ford recalls and towing advice, as well as practical tips for maintaining and troubleshooting vehicles. The episode is packed with insights for both casual drivers and automotive enthusiasts.
25 Tundra why does cruise shut off while towing? 13 Tundra Fuel mileage Chevy Spark Update 56 F100 Dies after 30 minutes of driving 16 Caddy ATS Trans shift delay 17 Dodge Journey AC Dual zone problem 13 Edge Evap Testing 17 Sierra Broken Door wires 98 Jeep RHD won't communicate
Ford F150S
"information like warning lights and vehicle speed. The Recall affects 2025 F-150s and 2025-26 Super Duty trucks, including F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550."
Chevrolet Corvette
"...around and I started seeing them pop up about the Corvette the fire when refueling only on the Z06 and the Z..."
Toyota Tundra
"...th? And I ended up buying a brand new 2025 Toyota Tundra, has the V6 twin turbo with a tow rating of 11,40..."
Chevrolet Spark
"That's what I'd be looking for. I'd have a spark tester on it so I could watch the spark doing its..."
Cadillac Ats
"Dumb dumb. We got a 20, I have a 2016 Cadillac ATS, a 2.0 turbo. And it's random and every once in a..."
Dodge Journey
"...hat can we do for you? I, unfortunately, a dodged journey. I think it's the 17th."
Jeep Grand
"Brad, what can we do for you? Over in 98th Jeep Grand Cherokee and what do you do? It's from Japan."
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