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Last episode 6 months agoAuto Correct is a route to correct your problem with your automobile. Our mechanic on duty, Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Master Mechanic, retired instructor from Clinton High School’s Automotive Technology Program, will listen to the issue then determine the best way to go about solving your concern. In Mississippi, having your transportation in the shop for repair is an inconvenience few can afford. Calling in to get advice may be a valuable time saver. Discover the best type o
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Episodes (356)
Auto Correct | Boats & Maintenance with RJ's Outboard
Boat maintenance refers to the proactive care and upkeep of a boat to ensure its optimal performance, safety, and longevity on the water.Guest: Rob Koskovich (Co-Owner of RJ's Outboard Sales and Service)Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Are You Idling Too Long? Here's What It's Doing To Your Engine Auto Casey: 2025 Mazda CX 30 | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Big Box vs. Dealership vs. Independent: What to Know & Where to Go for a Fix
When comparing "Big Box" auto retailers (like stores that sell a wide range of items) to auto dealerships and independent repair shops, the key differences lie in pricing, customer service, and expertise. Dealerships often offer brand-specific expertise and convenient service, but may have higher prices. Independent shops typically provide more competitive pricing and a wider range of vehicle expertise, but may not always have the same access to OEM parts as dealerships. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Tesla Owners Are Adding Emergency Rip Cords To Their Cars For A Terrifying ReasonAuto Casey: 2025 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Make & Models 1st Thursdays - Toyota
Toyota Motor Corporation is a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer headquartered in Toyota City, Aichi, Japan. It was founded by Kiichiro Toyoda and incorporated on August 28, 1937. Toyota is the largest automobile manufacturer in the world, producing about 10 million vehicles per year. Source: GoogleRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Toyota Celica's Return: Here's Everything We Know Auto Casey: 2025 Toyota Camry SE | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | All Email, All Call - May 2025
Our email address for questions is [email protected]. The phone number is 1-877-MPB-RING (1-877-672-7464).Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: New Cars Don't All Come With Dipsticks Anymore, Here's WhyAuto Casey: 2025 Ford Ranger Lariat | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | National Road Trip Day & RVs
Key things to know about National Road Trip Day:It's always the Friday before Memorial Day: This day marks the unofficial start of the summer road trip season in the United States.Founded in 2019: Pilot Flying J, a large travel center operator, established this day to celebrate the tradition of road trips.Celebrates the spirit of adventure and exploration: It encourages people to hit the open road, explore scenic routes, and make unforgettable memories.An RV (Recreational Vehicle) is a vehicle, either self-propelled or towed, that is designed for temporary living quarters during recreational activities like camping or travel. It provides amenities like sleeping quarters, a kitchen, and other living spaces, offering a mobile home-like experience on the road. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Report: Nissan has major plans for Canton, MS plant to avoid tariffs. What to know...Auto Casey: 2025 Subaru WRX tS | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Motorcycles & Safety
A motorcycle (motorbike, bike; uni (if one-wheeled); trike (if three-wheeled); quad (if four-wheeled)) is a lightweight private 1-to-2 passenger personal motor vehicle steered by a handlebar from a saddle-style seat. Motorcycle safety encompasses the principles and practices designed to minimize risks and dangers associated with riding a motorcycle. It involves a multifaceted approach including motorcycle design, road design, traffic rules, rider training, and the cultural attitudes of motorcyclists and other road usersRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Volkswagen brings back physical buttons and says it’s not a phone, it’s a carEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Drive Shafts & U-Joints
A drive shaft is a long shaft that transmits power from the transmission to the wheels in a vehicle. Universal joints (U-joints), also called Cardan joints, are flexible connections at each end of the drive shaft that allow the shaft to move up and down and at an angle with the suspension. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Ultimate auto events: USA Today's 10 best car shows in the USEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Make & Models 1st Thursdays - Ford
Ford Motor Company, founded by Henry Ford in 1903, revolutionized the automobile industry with its affordability and mass production techniques. The introduction of the Model T in 1908, paired with the moving assembly line in 1913, made car ownership a reality for the average American family. Ford's innovations not only transformed the automotive industry but also impacted American manufacturing and working life. Source: GoogleRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: What’s the difference between a road, a street and an avenue?Auto Casey: 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum Edition | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Volunteer Appreciation Week & Push Rod vs. Overhead Valve Engines
April is #NationalVolunteerMonth! To celebrate, MPB Think Radio is hosting "Volunteer Week" April 21 - 25. During the week, shows will feature special guests who will bring awareness to their organizations and share volunteering opportunities around Mississippi. Coach Charlie also discusses Push Rod vs. Overhead Valve Engines and answers your questions!Volunteer Organizations: MDOT Don't Trash Mississippi & Adopt-a-Highway Program Keep Mississippi BeautifulShepherd's Center of Greater TupeloRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: As Tesla profits plunge 71%, Elon Musk says he'll spend less time on DOGEAuto Casey: 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum Edition | Short Take Email the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Undercarriage Upkeep
What is the Undercarriage? The section of a vehicle that is underneath the main cabin of the vehicle. For trucks and automobiles, the Undercarriage contains the chassis. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Ford Motor may hike prices if Trump's auto tariffs persist, memo saysAuto Casey: 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Rally | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Famous Movie Cars
From James Bond’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5, to the beat-up 1974 Dodge Monaco featured in The Blues Brothers, to the 1985 Modena GT Spyder California that Ferris Bueller took for a ride, these famous movie cars have influenced generations, inspired car culture, and become the stuff of every kid’s dreams. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Most Popular Cars in Every StateAuto Casey: 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Rally | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | All Email Hour - Spring 2025
Coach Charlie Melton answers an hour of all new emails, and gives his tip of the week in this Spring 2025 episode!Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Edmunds highlights the top car-tech trends from CES 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct Classic | Air Conditioning Maintenance
Original air date: 3/28/2024With the sweltering Mississippi summer just around the corner it is of utmost importance that all vehicle owners across the state are on top of their air conditioning. But what can you do to ensure that is taken care of? Join Coach Charlie Melton as he breaks down all you need to know about your vehicle's air conditioning maintenance and how to ensure everything is in good running (and cool!) conditioning all summer long!Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Consumer Reports Says Not To Buy These Popular Cars, Offering Alternatives You Should Buy InsteadAuto Casey: 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 S review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct Classic | Lean Codes & Rich Codes
Original Air Date: 4/4/2024Coach Charlie defines and teaches us all about lean codes and rich codes!Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Ford Is Killing The Explorer Hybrid Because Cops Are Buying All Of ThemAuto Casey: 2024 Ford F-150 Tremor | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct Classic | Gasoline Direct Injection
Original Air Date: 03-07-2024The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system.Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Consumer Reports Says Not To Buy These Popular Cars, Offering Alternatives You Should Buy InsteadAuto Casey: 2024 Ford F350 King Ranch | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Defensive Driving with MS Safety Services
Defensive driving is a set of skills and techniques that help drivers avoid accidents by being aware of their surroundings and reacting to potential hazards. Mississippi Safety Services is a nationally recognized Defensive Driving Course from the National Safety Council, the world's leader in safety training and education.Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Tips to Avoid Aggressive DrivingAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Nissan Kicks SR | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
Variable valve timing (VVT) is a system that adjusts the opening and closing of a car's valves based on engine speed and load. The goal of VVT is to improve performance, fuel economy, and emissions. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Flying car draws attention at 2025 Silicon Valley Auto ShowEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Flood Vehicles
A flood vehicle is a car that has been partially or completely submerged in water, damaging its engine, transmission, body, or other partsRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Automakers Plan To Build More Cheap Cars Because We're All Poor NowAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Kia K4 GT Line | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Cars We Love
Love is a feeling of deep affection, care, and attachment for another person or thing. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: How The Henry Ford Museum Found And Restored The Bus Rosa Parks Was Arrested For RidingAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Headlights & Taillights
Headlights illuminate the road ahead, while taillights alert other drivers to your car's presence and actions. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: The 60th Annual Dixie National RodeoAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Chevrolet Traverse z71 | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Buying Used & Salvaged Parts
Buying used or salvaged parts means purchasing parts from vehicles that are no longer in use. Salvage yards buy vehicles that are too damaged to drive and sell the parts. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Common Myths About Buying Used Auto Parts – BustedAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Mercedes AMG GLC43 Coupe | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | Buying a Used EV/Hybrid
Buying a used electric vehicle (EV) or hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) involves considering factors such as the battery's health, range, and charging time. You can also consider the vehicle's history, insurance costs, and whether it's a good fit for your needs. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: How Mississippi is committing to electric vehiclesMississippi EVI Program Overview & InformationNissan Crossover EV Canceled for U.S., Other EVs DelayedAuto Casey Car Review: 2024 Toyota Crown | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct | New Year, New Ride
A new car is an automobile that is sold in its original manufactured condition, usually by a retail business known as a car dealership.Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: President Jimmy Carter Was a Sports Car FanAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Buick Enclave Avenir | Short TakeEmail the show: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct Classic | Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
Original air date: 1/11/2024What does “SRS” mean in a car? SRS is an abbreviation for Supplemental Restraint System, which is the name for the system that monitors and controls your airbags’ and seatbelts’ ability to function properly in the event of an accident.Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: New technology installed beneath Detroit street can charge electric vehicles as they drive & Mississippi has a new license plate design & Fiat Chrysler Is Expected to Pay Nearly $650 Million in Emissions CaseAuto Casey Car Review: 2024 Kia Seltos | Short Take - YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct Correct Classic | Emails Answered!
Original Air Date: 03-21-2024On the show, Coach Charlie answers your emails and gives his tip of the week!Email the show: [email protected]: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Texas will charge EV owners an extra $200 per year to make up for loss in gas tax revenue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.