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Laugh along as we recount our personal misadventures and then switch gears to how Michael's healthier lifestyle has supercharged his professional acumen in the niche field of vehicle valuation.Navigate the twists and turns of Texas's electric vehicle landscape as we tackle the challenges of long-range EV travel and the financial jolt of battery replacements post-collision. If you've ever wondered about the reliability of online car appraisals or how to handle a vehicle with a questionable past, we've got the inside track. With a keen eye for detail and a photographer's precision, Michael highlights the role of visual evidence in ensuring fair insurance outcomes, proving that sometimes the most powerful tool in your appraisal arsenal is a camera.Rev up your enthusiasm for car culture as we shine the headlights on Pro-Am Auto Accessories, a haven for Houston's auto enthusiasts and tinkerers alike. From discussing the value of charity in the automotive world with God's Garage to cruising through the latest in local car events, we're firing on all cylinders. And with a nod to the future, we take a pit stop to analyze Ford's evolving EV strategy and peek under the hood of the burgeoning interest in alternative fuels in Katy, Texas. Join us for a ride that's equal parts horsepower and heart—where the love of cars meets the drive for self-improvement.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":988.544,"endTime":994.662,"type":"car","title":"Buick Grand National","url":"/cars/buick/grand-national","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/1980s_Buick_Regal_Grand_National.jpg","quote":"..., mid 80s, and you know, I don't know you see the grand nationals. you see the Camaros coming up and down Heavy cit...","canonicalId":"car:buick:grand national","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Oleg Yunakov (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":994.662,"endTime":999.319,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Camaro","url":"/cars/chevrolet/camaro","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/da/%2716_Chevrolet_Camaro_Convertible_%28MIAS_%2716%29.jpg","quote":"...n't know you see the grand nationals. you see the Camaros coming up and down Heavy citation. 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