The Car Doctor Podcast
John Paul
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Episodes (228)
Preventing crashes with Automatic Emergency Braking and a review of the Infiniti QX60
In this episode we talk with Jennifer Morrison director of vehicle safety with Mazda. Jennifer is also Communications Chair, Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) U.S. Department of Transportation. We also review the Infiniti QX60, discuss night driving glasses and have no idea about a EFI snowblower that goes through fuel pumps, but I will learn.
John Vincent US News best 2025 cars for the Money a review of the Kia Niro HEV and a Sparq give away.
In this episode we talk with John Vincent of US News about the best cars for the money for 2025. We also review the Kia Niro HEV (hybrid). A follow up on my challenge to repair my wife's VW. Great success with WORX tools and a giveaway of the Sparq AI diagnostic tool
SPARQ AI Diagnostics and a review of the 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum edition
In this episode we talk with Daniel Nieh and Codrin Cobzaru co-founders of SPARQ Diagnostics a AI based diagnostic tool. Right now you can get this tool for the price of just shipping and handling ($20). Go to joinsparq.com. Also we review the very nice 2025 Ford Explorer.
Winter Driving tips with https://teamoneil.com/ Chris Komar
In this episode we talk with rally driver and instructor for https://teamoneil.com/ about winter driving. We also answered a few car questions from our listener family.
AAA and NAPA team up to train new technicians
We are talking with Jim Sennett Manager of Repair Programs at AAA about an exciting new program with AAA & NAPA AutoTech. This a new Mentorship Program for Aspiring Auto Repair Technicians
First program of 2025
In this program we talk about a new diagnostic tool from SPARQ talk with our listener family and for our podcast listeners only you have a chance to win a Gyraline. Gyraline allows you to do wheel alignments at home with only a iPhone and the Gyraline app and fixture.
Final program for 2024--Happy New Year
Thanks to all of our guests, our audience all of which I appreciate. In this episode we go over the www.wheelstv.com Previous Owned Vehicle award, chat with our listener family give away a Gyraline
Do your own wheel alignments with Gyraline and a review of the NEBO Assist 1000 XP
In this episode we talk with Sam Henao creator of the Gyraline. A simple and inexpensive tool to check and adjust wheel alignment. For a little more than the price of a typical 4-wheel alignment you can check it yourself. We also go over some submitted questions and review the NEBO Assist 1000XP Jump Pack. Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah
The 2025 U.S. News Best Vehicle Brand and Best Certified Pre-Owned Program awards.
In this episode we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent / Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. He has more than 30 years of experience covering the auto industry, auto financing, auto leasing and car buying. John is a great guest. We also go over a few questions that came in this week and talk with everyone named Jim.
If you drive for Uber or Lyft in Massachusetts, you should consider an electric car
In this episode we talk with Anna Vanderspek Electric Vehicle Program Director at Green Energy Consumers Alliance about all things electric. Plus, how I was wrong about the TOPDON TopScan Pro.
Learn how to rodent proof your ride with www.getCoverSeal.com
On this first day of December we talk with Ken Huening, creator of CoverSeal. This car cover helps keep rodents and other critters out of your car. Listeners can get a 15 percent discount by using the code cover24. We also filled the phone lines with listeners who had a chance to win a cover.
Negotiating with your insurance company with Michael Parsons of http://claim-maxx.com
In this episode we talk with Michael Parsons CFO Source One Financial Corporation about his new website http://claim-maxx. In this episode we talk about how to get the most out of your insurance claim when your car is determined to be a total loss. Also first impressions of a DIY alignment tool from GYRALINE.
Car Auctions with Kenny Garman of https://www.premierauctiongroup.com/
In this episode we talk with Kenny Garman one of the partners of the Premier Auction Group. There is going to be a 450-car auction in Punta Gorda Florida December 6 and 7th and we get a preview. We also give away a AAA membership and talk with long time listener Carol from Lynn, answer some questions and tell some stories.
Can a diesel be more efficient than an electric car?
We talk with Genius Garage founder and automotive innovator Casey Putsch. Casey recently undertook a comparative analysis of the operational costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of his groundbreaking prototype Omega Car against the popular Tesla Model 3. Check out his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyPutsch
Porsche Outlaws with author Michael Alan Ross
In this episode we talk with author and photographer Michael Alan Ross about his fantastic book Porsche Outlaws--STUTTGART HOT RODS. Round up of my Florida trip and we talk with some old and new members of the radio family
Lucas Oil with oil scientist Dr. Ray Burns
Sunday at 11 on 95.9 WATD FM on the Car Doctor radio program we are talking with Dr Ray Burns chief scientist at Lucas. Plus this weeks questions and there were a few interesting ones.
Talking cars and tire testing with George Kennedy-A review of the Toyota Supra
In this episode we talk with New England Motor Press Vice President and Auto Writer George Kennedy about Tire testing, the electric Rolls Royce, AMG Mercedes, F1 racing, pizza, and North Shore Roast Beef. We also talked about flood cars, and reviewed the very good Toyota Supra.
Talking shop with Junior Damato and a review of the Subaru Crosstrek-Sport.
In this episode we talk with AAA Approved repair shop owner and automotive journalist, Junior Damato. You can find him on FB at (7) Facebook Also updates on hurricane Helene and Milton
Talking Tyres with Wes Boling of Nokian Tyres, plus a review of the all-electric Hyundai Ionic 6
In this episode we talk winter tires, all season tires, and all-weather tires, plus a little tire maintenance. Plus answer the question, do you need special tires for an EV? Then we review the Hyundai Ionic 6.
Cannonball run reunion and a review of the Land Rover Defender
In this episode we talk with Eric Richmond about the Cannonball Run reunion. You can find more information at https://carsandcoffeedarien.com and check out http://carsandcoffeeevents.com for all the latest automotive events. We also review the Land Rover Defender
Talking Hot Rods and car culture with Brian Brennan, PowerStop update & review of the Z
In this episode we talked with Brian Brennan who with a few friends started www.inthegaragemedia.com Brian was formerly executive senior editor of Hot Rod magazine. In the Garage Media includes All Chevy Performance, Classic Truck Performance and Modern Rodding. Also an update on the PowerStop brake replacement on my own car, plus a very quick review of the Nissan Z. Questions, comments and even criticisms email me at [email protected]
Hyundai Kona review and Formula-E racing with Taylor Barnard
This week I took a trip to the Formula Arcade in Boston curtesy of Merchants Leasing and had the opportunity to race and chat with Formula E driver Taylor Barnard. We also chat with our listener family and review the Hyundai Kona N-Line
We talk with espionage expert, car spy and photojournalist Brenda Priddy and review the CX-50
Brenda and I talked years ago and she is still as interesting now as then. She is also a routine traveler to Cuba to check out the cars and the culture and you can go with her. https://www.facebook.com/BrendaPriddyandCompany/
Labor Day Car Deals with John Vincent of US NEWS and a quick review of the Honda Pilot
On this first day of September, we talk with John Vincent the Senior Editor and Correspondent/Vehicle Testing on the Autos team at U.S. News & World Report. plus some of the interesting questions of the week and talk with our listener family.
Talking Dune Buggys with Winnie Meyers aka Mrs. Manx and a review of the Buick Envista
We had the opportunity to chat with Winnie Meyers, who was married to legendary dune buggy builder Bruce Meyers, the father of the fiberglass dune buggy. Check out Books by Bruce and Winnie Meyers https://booksbymeyers.com/ Winnie will also be at https://www.facebook.com/groups/862134235401141/