All Automotive with Matt Clawson
Matt Clawson
Last episode 27 days agoAutomotive related topics. Want to know more about cars and the automotive industry? Show host Matt Clawson tells you his perspective on owning his own repair facility for over 15 years, classic vehicle restoration, what the look for when purchasing a used car, vehicle extended warranties and much more. Subscribe and follow.
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Episodes (40)
GM 6.2L L87 Engine Recall
Send us a textIn this episode Matt covers the recent GM recall involving his own 2024 Silverado and the 6.2L V8 engine. He covers the Recall document in detail. Then Matt talks about the results from his own oil analysis he recently did with Speediagnostix. He covers the details of his report and what the health of his engine is based on that report. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
The Motor Oil Geek - My Interview With Lake Speed Jr.
Send us a textIn this episode Matt sits down with The Motor Oil Geek Lake Speed Jr and get the low down on Motor oil. Lake tells his story and back ground in racing and working for NASCAR team Joe Gibbs Racing. His motto is information backed by science not speculation. Follow and scribe to his You Tube channel www.youtube.com/@themotoroilgeek Also visit his website for used oil analysis www.speediagnostix.com All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Diagnosing Vehicle Networks
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about a recent repair to a 2017 GMC Yukon XL that would not start because the computer network was not communicating correctly. Listen and Matt explains the complexity of the vehicles that are made today. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
The 2025 Daytona 500
Send us a textIn this episode Matt takes a trip to Florida with Dani. It just so happens that it's the same weekend as the Daytona 5oo. Here's Matt's story about his trip to Florida and a once in a lifetime trip to The Great American race. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Motorcycle Restoration with Special Guest Chris Kilmer
Send us a textIn this episode Matt sits down with Chris from CK-Cycles. We get the low down on what the specifics are when it comes to motorcycle restoration and how Chris approaches his restorations. He talks about a few of the cycles he's restored and the rareness of each. Check out his YouTube Channel with the link below.https://youtube.com/@ck-cycles?si=oF2-FcSQhbSjrOD6All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Tires 101
Send us a textIn this episode Matt puts his instructor hat on and teaches you about tires. Hence the title Tires 101. He goes over the sizes and what all that means. Explains the DOT number and why that's important and give you some "Shop Owner" tips to help extend the life of your tires . All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Vehicle Restoration Update with Special Guests Jeff and Paul
Send us a textIn this episode Matt sits down again with his brother Jeff and mutual friend Paul Jagielski and catch each other up on their projects. Matt gives the status of the 6.0 LS engine swap in his wife's 1968 C10. Paul talks about his motorcycle restoration adventures with his 1966 Gilera 106 and Yamaha DT250. Jeff catches us up on the never ending Jeep engine swap project and his Beatle Bug. Boy do we have a lot of projects going! Like, Subscribe and leave us a review. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Is your kids car ready to go to college?
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about his own daughters car that got a flat and what he went through. He offers his tips on how to prevent having to send yourself or roadside assistance to campus to rescue them. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
A Diagnosis Charge. Why?
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about why repair facilities charge for testing and evaluation or "Diagnosis" of your vehicle. He gives his insights on why repair facilities have to charge for evaluation and diagnosis. Repair facilities can't guess as to what is the problem. Vehicles are very complex and specialized training and tools are needed as well. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Ask Matt. You had questions and Matt had the answers.
Send us a textIn this episode Matt answers your questions that YOU submitted on our socials. Ever want to know when your car is going to be done? How much will it cost? Why can't you give me an estimate over the phone? Matt also answers personal questions about his hobbies and even dirt bike riding. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Need tires? Conversation with CEO Tim Schaffer of Searchtires.com
Send us a textIn this episode Matt sits down with Co Founder and CEO Tim Schaffer of Searchtires.com. As a former master technician and shop owner. Tim has taken his tire store knowledge to the internet. Tim's website is geared towards getting you the right tire for your vehicle and where to go all in one website. It's like that popular hotel search site but for tires. It's also locally driven so you'll be directed to a local shop for the installation. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
The Top 25 Selling Vehicles of 2023.
Send us a textWelcome to season 3! Matt reviews an article from Car & Driver Magazine online of the top selling vehicles of 2023. He gives you his reaction of these top selling cars and trucks. Think you know what the best selling vehicle of 2023 was? Take a listen find out. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
What to do when things go wrong after your car repair.
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about a recent customer expierence that was insulting to him and his staff. He aslo talks about ways on how to contact the repair facility and what to say so that you can put you best foot forward in theses situations. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Smarter Vehicles - Interview with Yagil Tzur from Tactile Mobility
Send us a textEver wonder if your car could sense the road or know what is coming beyond the ADAS systems we have now? In this episode Matt sits down with Yagil Tzur from a company called Tactile Mobility. They want to make your car feel the road, know what is coming before you can see it, sense the vehicles grip level on ice and snow even rain. Yagil explains what his company is striving for and what they are doing to make driving even safer with using the current technology that vehicles employ right now. Lots of things to make you think, huh my car can feel the road and just saved my life. Visit their website for their informational video. https://youtu.be/hZzlkRsNIWE?si=W9rfbWlU9XBlOFxgAll Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Car Repair Estimates
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about the estimate process and what you should and need to know when it cones to car and truck repair estimates. Is it worth fixing? Can I afford the repair? Is the Estimate cost effective for my budget? These questions get answered and then some. After this episode you'll be able to go into your repair facility with confidence. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Do You Know Who's Working on Your Car? Are They Reputable?
Send us a textDo you really know what kind of repair facility you are taking your car to be repaired? What do I mean? Are they reputable? Do they stand behind their work? Have they been in business very long? In this episode Matt shares a recent customer experience that he thought he'd never ever experience in his career. He covers some red flags that should present themself just speaking to these repairs facilities. He also addresses these red flags and helps you recognize them. Please be smart about your vehicles repairs and who is repairing it. Make sure they are qualified to do so. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Top Ten Vehicles of 2023 According to Consumer Reports
Send us a textIn this episode Matt reacts to consumer reports "Top Ten Vehicles" . Matt takes you through the 2023 Consumer Reports Auto Issue. Gives his reaction to their top ten. What he thinks of their ratings on the full size domestic trucks and what one he thinks is best. We all know that he drives a Silverado so this could get interesting. What car or SUV do you think is in the top ten? You'll be surprised. We know Matt was! All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Sell your car online. Interview with CEO Roger Clappe from WhipFlip.com
Send us a textJust want to sell your car and don't know where you can go. Do it online with Whipflip.com. In this episode Matt sits down with the head of Whipflip.com Roger Clappe to discuss what his company is all about and how you can sell your car to them. Roger explains the free and seamless process of selling your car. His company has helped thousands of people sell that extra car or get you a better price than just simply trading your vehicle in to the dealership. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
Proper Documentation. Do you have it?
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about proper documentation for your vehicle. What you need to look for when it cones to documents. Did all of your concerns get documented and addressed? Matt takes you through what you need to know regarding proper documentation. All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive
My Check Engine Lamp Is on. Now what?
Send us a textIn this episode Matt talks about what you should do once your check engine lamp comes on. He talks about why you should or shouldn't go to the parts store to have it scanned for "FREE". He explains what he's experienced from both sides of the service counter. He also explains what happens when the light comes on and the differences between a solid lamp or a flashing lamp. Thanks to G Force Automotive for their support of the podcast. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @allautomotive All Automotive is a production of Gearhead Media. Visit the SoapShedshop.com for that special gift for your special someone. All of our soaps are wrapped in hand-picked coordinating fabric, making them great for gift giving. With the perfect combination of oils, and highest concentration of essential and fragrance oils safely allowed, Soap Shed soaps produce rich lather and scent when used. www.soapshedshop.com All Automotive is a repair shop owners insight into the world of auto repair. Join us! Support the showFind us on social media. X @gforceauto Facebook @allautomotive Instagram @allautomotive