The Thing About Cars
Mickey Desai
Last episode about 2 months agoWe're just people who really geek out on cars. We like to drive cars, fix them, and admire them. We're here to have as much fun as we legally can with other car enthusiasts. Come along for the ride.
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Episodes (259)
End On A Happy Note
Welcome, one and all, to the greatest car-talk podcast ever! We remind you to always end on a happy note. Like with unicorns, and sparkles, and stuff. Not so sparkly, Ben discusses a friend with a car related problem. Mickey isn't all puppies and rainbows about wiper blades. However, Eric is over the moon about his shop. Beka clearly has the warm and fuzzies for Christine. Frank teaches us that it's about the little things. And Rob shows us the way to a happy ending. We record at Strongbox West, in Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please visit our website.
My Fairlady
Once upon a time, a listener posed a question about double-hump heads… and the gang tried their best to be grown-ups (some more than others). Rob tells us a heart-breaking story that Ben can relate to. Frank and Eric lend us their professional knowledge. Beka reveals some possible changes at Ford. And Mickey asks Chrysler a serious question. Meanwhile, we all debate about what could be in the cards for Chrysler and Dodge. We record at Strongbox West, in Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please visit our website.
One Of The Picky People
It's another gorgeous day in Atlanta Georgia and another day with a full crew as Rob, Eric, and Frank once again join Mickey, Beka, and Ben at the table to chat about older car restoration and parts. Frank wants to be frank about car loans. And don't miss this! Mickey tries to be funny. We record at Strongbox West, in Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please visit our website. Rob won't rob you!
We Found Nemo
Tough decisions and tougher laws are examined on this episode. We have a full table as Mickey, Beka, and Ben sit down with their guests Rob, Eric, and Frank to debate how to choose between two similar used cars. We inform our listeners about a new hands-free law in Georgia. Also, the group addresses distracted driving. And yes, Beka found Nemo, but missed the joke. Coming to you from Strongbox West, in Hotlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please visit our website. Thanks for listening! Put down those phones!
Not The One That Blows Up
Put down that drink! Mickey talks to us about the idea of breathalyzers in every car. We also discover that Mickey is a little behind in his reading. Ronny Expresses both fondness and frustration with sportscar manufacturers; and also wants to inform people about suicide jacks. Beka admits to "salting" her compliments with snarkiness. And Becca swoons over Elon Musk and his car company. Coming to you from Strongbox West, Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. Thanks for listening! Please don't drink and drive!
Back Door Sneaker Guys
On this episode of The Doctors(ish)… Mickey helps to heal occluded headlights, and diagnoses a case of coagulated oil. Meanwhile, Ronny confesses that he wears Daisy Dukes. Becca talks about working on her Honda. Mickey admits that he misses Ben very much. And Beka and Becca talk about using their "assets". Coming to you from Strongbox West, Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. Thanks for listening!
It Runs On Hopes And Dreams
Shhh… Don't tell anyone… We talk about Fight Club! We have a full studio again in this episode as Mickey, Beka, and Ben welcome Ronny, Andrew, Alex, and Roman back to the table! The passel of podcasters vent and vex about cars and drivers. Mickey describes driving in India. Beka announces an awesome app. While Ben is strangely quiet, Beka compares mechanics to gynecologists. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on Facebook, or on our website at TheThingAboutCars.com. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please visit our tip jar (link below) to help us raise money for new equipment. Thank you for being awesome listeners!
The Government Screwed Up The Toaster Industry
We've got a full table on this episode! The group discusses a recent article about autonomous vehicles. Also, an important topic for us: how will future generations value cars? And, what did the 70's contribute to the automotive world? And the highlight of this episode… the self-parking BMW parked itself in a handicap spot. Coming to you from Strongbox West, Atlanta. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. We will podcast for tips!! Thanks for listening!
There's Nothing Worse Than A Floppy Chassis
Today in the land of first world problems, Ben complains about floppiness, and laments about sunvisors. He also admits that he needs some guidance. Mickey poses a question about a weird thing that the Mazda is doing. Beka leaves it to our imagination about what the heck she's been up to in rental cars… which begs the question: would you buy a car from a rental car company? As always, we are coming to you from Strongbox West in beautiful Atlanta Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. We will podcast for tips!! Thanks for listening!
That's Not A Heat Problem... That's A Water Problem!
Today, we still have a full table with a rowdy bunch of newcomers. Mickey asks a potentially dangerous question: what would you rather wrench on? The gang discusses why you should not use Fram and other oil changing information. Plus, you heard it here: there is a "stupid fee." As always, we are coming to you from Strongbox West in beautiful Atlanta Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. We will podcast for tips!! Thanks for listening!
Eric? Where are you?
It's another lovely day in beautiful Atlanta Georgia, where the rambling podcasters discuss cars. Mickey brings up the subject of engine breaking - Yay or Nay? Gregs talks about chump cars. Ben warns us to look out for turn 5! Then there's Beka and Becca, who seem to have their own conversation going on. What could they be plotting? But we all wonder - where is Eric? And why is Mickey being asked to smack Beka?? If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please find us on Facebook on Facebook. We will podcast for tips!! Thanks for listening!
Mickey Fails Geography
Things get chaotic as Mickey, Greg, Ben, Becca, and Beka all compete to talk about their favorite topic - CARS!! Amid the chatter, Ben talks about the current ownership of Lotus. Greg tells Takata tales. More on minivans, LS swapping, and electrics, of course! Becca dreams of a Tesla, or of putting an electric motor in her civic. The pack of podcasters reminisce for The Revenger. Fear it! And what the heck did Beka write on the white board?? The world may never know. We are coming to you from Strongbox West in beautiful West Atlanta. (West, Mickey! West!) If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on Facebook on Facebook. We will podcast for tips!! Thanks for listening!
Squeaky Brakes (and the Mustang Chakra, oh my!)
Our friend Greg tells us about his heavy involvement as an automotive hobbyist, from his '38 Plymouth to the car-shows he organises. The merits of modifying your daily driver get discussed, and the gang gets into the many subtleties of dealing with squeaky brakes. Please pose a question or offer feedback on Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
A Tribute-Edition Minivan
The gang discusses the merits of home-brew tribute editions, modifying cars to pay homage to things like Firefly or R2D2, but not Knight Rider, which has its own gimmicks. A return to past topics of used rental cars and minivans, both of which Beka would prefer to avoid but Mickey and Ben see upsides of. Please pose a question or offer feedback on Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
First-World Problems
Whether it's your daily driver, your restoration-project, or just a rental car, problems can happen. Mickey, Beka, and Ben ponder problems from floppy sockets to sketchy pasts to master cylinders missing in action. Please pose a question or offer feedback on Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
It's A Conspiracy, Man!
Is there or isn't there a conspiracy deep within the auto-industry to make your car more difficult for DIY work? And just what kind of secret cabals in the marketing departments come up with some of the most memorable car-names? Mickey, Beka, and Ben ponder these questions and hope that The Man isn't on to them. Please pose a question or offer feedback on Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
Smells Like Teen Engine
The usual suspects sit around the table today to chit chat about jump starting a car, new battery technology, and headlight bulb replacement. Beka rolls her eyes at the Lamborghini cellphone. Also, Ben brings up the new Mazda compression engine, and Mickey tells us how he jiggles it. Just a little bit. As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
Nothing Clean Enough For Radio
Ben talks about the Atlanta British Car show, and updates us on the progress of his project Lotus. Mickey is frustrated by a recent crime. Beka manages to sneak in a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reference. And the gang discusses old cars versus new cars in accidents. As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening!
Systems Went Wonkie
Mickey, Becca, Ben, and Beka discuss electrical phenonmena. Mickey tells us about his adventures with his Mazda. Beka confides to us about a very emotional issue. And Becca tells us how to find cheap car parts. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening! Oh, and please fill out our survey! As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook.
Dajiban!
In Japan they have Dajiban! Meanwhile in Atlanta… Mickey, Beka, and Ben once again argue over minivans. The group also laments over the rising cost of cars. Ben tells us more about the Lotus Evora. Beka introduces the idea of racing minivans, and theorizes that life is actually like a box of Cracker Jacks. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening! Oh, and please fill out our survey! As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook.
More Powerful V4s
This episode, Mickey, Ben, and Beka gather ‘round the campfire to tell horror stories of no more V8s or V6s. Beka regales us with a Fiero story, and a few car jokes. Ben tells the tale of how Mini saved the British Auto Industry. And Mickey confesses a story of when he wasn’t such a good driver. As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road!
There Were Lubricants Involved In This Story
Today at Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia... Mickey, Beka, and Ben are once again joined by their friend Matt. Mickey explains why he is not a fan of Pull-A-Part or WD-40. The gang talks about their favorite penetrating oil, where you can find cars with trees, and discuss the effect technology has on driving. Ben teaches us how to abuse major appliances in the name of auto repair. And, is it PB or not PB? That is the question. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road!
She's Gone From Suck To Blow
In a world where men love pedicures, Beka explains why she’s the man. Mickey, Beka, and Ben are joined by their new friend Matt, who explains why he should have his license revoked. Ben gives you a devious plan on how to stop passengers from playing with radio knobs. The gang discusses electric superchargers, leather conditioners, and subscription cars. And Matt dreams of a self-cleaning car. As always we are coming to you from Strongbox West in Atlanta! Visit us anytime on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road!
The Importance Of First Aid
In a world where bad things happen, Mickey, Becca and Ben talk about the importance of knowing first aid, and being prepared in the event of an accident. Ben brings up electric superchargers and oil filters. The group discusses air filters. Mickey ponders, can you call them that? Becca wants to know more about aftermarket parts. And the gang responds to the listener question about his transmission dipstick. As always we are coming to you from Strongbox West in Atlanta! Visit us anytime on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road!
Podcast Machine Of Choice
Today in the land of cars, Mickey and Ben introduce Becca, just to confuse you! She tells us a bit about herself, and reveals the strange thing that she does with shoes. The gabbers tempt fate and chat about accidents. Mickey endeavors to become more grounded. Ben attempts to answer a tough listener question. And Mickey poses the question: How much money do you want to put into something that’s been poorly designed? Also… Squeaky Chairs!! (Doesn’t this group own a can of WD40?) Don’t let Mickey confuse you! You can find us via our facebook page, or just search for @TheThingAboutCars. And you can find us at TheThingAboutCars.com. As always, we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. Stop on in! Our garage is open 24/7!