{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - February 7, 2026 -  The EV Bill Comes Due: Burning Oil, Hot Trans Temps, and Parts Going Missing","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ron-ananian-the-car-doctor-february-7-2026-the-ev-bill-comes-due-burning-oil-hot-trans-temps-and-parts-going-missing","audioUrl":"https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/23b3ebcc-d509-4d04-8003-ae32006cd9bb/6161611f-307e-45a4-a49f-b3ea01684aa6/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6079d671-6a0e-4c7c-bb47-ae32006cd9c9","description":"This hour, Ron opens with a hard number—$26.2 billion—and what it says about the EV business model, vehicle pricing, and why consumers may be the ones ultimately paying the tab. He breaks down what’s happening in the market, why automakers are reassessing EV strategy, and what it could mean for the cost of buying and owning a car. Then it’s back to real-world problems listeners are facing today:   A rust-belt truck with tire wear and frozen alignment cams—when does it make sense to repair, and when is it time to start shopping?   A swollen battery case and what it can signal about charging issues and battery life.   A hot-start stumble on a ’99 Acura TL—Ron walks through practical diagnostics (fuel volume, deadhead pressure testing, and heat-soak sensor checks).   A Hyundai Tucson burning oil at an alarming rate—how to push for help, what documentation matters, and why technical bulletins exist for a reason.   A 2016 Tahoe running 195° transmission temps because of a factory thermal bypass—Ron explains the risks, the logic (or lack of it), and why a middle-ground thermostat solution may make sense.   Plus: the latest fallout from the First Brands situation and how parts availability—calipers, wipers, and more—can create real holes in the supply chain that affect every repair bay in America.  Grab your Car Doctor gear – T-shirts & more at CarDoctorShow.com  Follow the wrench – Instagram @ronananian for shop life & behind-the-scenes   Watch & learn – Auto repair tips & videos on our YouTube Channel   Got a car question? Call the Car Doctor Hotline 24/7 – (855) 560-9900   Join the conversation LIVE – Saturdays 2–4 PM Eastern        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information."},"annotations":[{"startTime":170.5,"endTime":174.5,"type":"brand","title":"Ram","url":"/glossary/ram","quote":"...parent company of Chrysler, Jeep, Ram,...","canonicalId":"brand:ram","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Ram is a brand that specializes in trucks and commercial vehicles. It is known for its powerful pickups, such as the Ram 1500, and is part of the Stellantis group, focusing on performance and utility.","simplifiedExplanation":"Ram is a car brand that makes trucks, especially popular for their strength and utility. 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