Cars The Podcast
By Don Swier and Bill Magnusson
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Episodes: 151
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From the shadows of Mt Rainier, Bill Magnusson and Don Swier help you get the most value from your 2nd biggest asset. Fuel agnostic, whether ICE or electric; join us as we cover the industry, car culture and tips on how to buy and maintain.
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Olympus Rally. Waymo driverless ride. Boeing and Tesla reports overblown? Pump and charger etiquette. Elon making life hard for Rivian, Ford & GM? Kei cars OK in Texas.
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Apr 26, 2024 |
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Running costs electric vs petrol. Japan slow to adopt EV: reasons? New & used car prices fell 4%. Don't let dealers push you into their inventory - car guys don't get duped. 25 year import law. A Honda made by GM?
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Apr 20, 2024 |
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Bill's career advice. DeLorean snowcat trip. Reckless and senseless Audi tragedy. RAM and Jeep cutbacks. Ford Triton part scarcity. GM OnStar suit.
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Mar 25, 2024 |
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Rebroadcast: Glacier and Japan trips. Lowball dealer offers. Fuel costs EV vs Gas. Toyota museum, history and pragmatic values. Shelby Mustang Tribute.
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Mar 10, 2024 |
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Car prices are challenging parts & repair costs. Ramcharger: road locomotive? Hertz - Tesla. Timing chain woes. Aging car issues.
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Feb 11, 2024 |
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Dave Ramsey says sell your car! Cybertruck - hype or historical? Serious EV charging issues with cold weather and "free" charging.
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Feb 03, 2024 |
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Dave Ramsey says sell your car! Cybertruck - hype or historical? Serious EV charging issues with cold weather and "free" charging.
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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Rebroadcast: New Years Rewind. Bad forum advice. Tesla advertise? EV charging confusion.
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Dec 31, 2023 |
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Avoid Parts Cannon method. Toyota to copy Tesla. Doug DeMuro: warranty or reliability better? Good looks trounce quality?
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Nov 18, 2023 |
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48% car price increase since 2019 podcast debut. $10k per hour Detroit employee? Strike aftermath. Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V values. Car opinions shaped early on.
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Oct 28, 2023 |
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Dave Ramsey "Car Guy"? Women wary of EV push. Tesla benefit from strike. How to address repair quote.
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Oct 14, 2023 |
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UAW strike benefits Tesla, Toyota & VW? Hyundai V8 $40k! Jim Farley & Granholm EV road trip fails. Plugshare fails. Cool '63 Ford camper.
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Sep 23, 2023 |
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Mechanics don't have a crystal ball. Car inventories are up - temporary? EVs plateaued in their strongest US markets - permanent? New cars are not immune to catastrophic failure. Car of the week: Mitsubishi Pajero Mini
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Aug 26, 2023 |
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Japan trip. Glacier camping. RV shoddy build. Toyota museum. Volt and Silverado lowball offers. Gas prices exceed Tokyo? America and Japan philosophy similar? Shelby Terlingua Team Mustang
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Aug 12, 2023 |
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Beware Forum and YouTube advice. Jeep Forward Control idea? Diagnosis is paramount. Tesla ponders advertising. Confusion over EV charging.
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Jun 24, 2023 |
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Real Car Guys are Savvy - not flashy. Ford is first OEM to deal with Tesla over access to NACS port and Superchargers. VW ID Buzz. Markup$ will bolster a brand, not tarnish it. Used prices up 45% in 3 years.
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Jun 11, 2023 |
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Real Car Guys are savvy - not flashy. Ford is first OEM to deal with Tesla over access to Supercharger and NACS port. VW ID Buzz revive microbus? Markup$ will bolster a brand, not tarnish it. Used prices up 45% in 3 years.
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Jun 10, 2023 |
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Real Car Guys are savvy - not flashy. Ford is first OEM to deal with Tesla over access to Supercharger and NACS port. VW ID Buzz revive microbus? Markup$ will bolster a brand, not tarnish it. Used prices up 45% in 3 years.
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Jun 10, 2023 |
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Can you ignore some dashboard lights? Keep older car or trade: Make & model, location and use are all factors. Tesla is the tail that wags the dog now.
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May 21, 2023 |
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How would a mechanic design cars differently? Olympus Rally: Subaru with Ferrari V8. Used car prices down vs 2022, may not last. Mustang Raptor? Lose billions each year chasing Tesla? . Hyundai curbside EV charging ...obvious pitfalls ignored?
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May 14, 2023 |
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Sell a car "As Is" or perfect? 33% of consumers are considering an EV. Only 11% of engineers believe current EV mandates are realistic. Throughput problem with charging on trips. Ideology hampering consensus? Ford asked pertinent question in 1900s.
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Apr 30, 2023 |
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EV Oregon road trip hassles with vandalism, cable theft & charger squatting. Ford admit to losing billion$. Tesla success misunderstood by legacy OEMs? ...Volkswagen analogy from history?
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Mar 27, 2023 |
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Ram REV and Toyota Prime find magic missing ingredient? GM Volt idea sprang from towing a generator on a trailer? More outdated terminology that can cost unaware car owners. Engine plastics are a ticking time bomb. Prioritize repairs to maximize dollars.
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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(Audio fix) California Dreamin'. Stranded from delayed maintenance. Tesla launches price war that rattles all OEMs. Corvette ingenuity. Toyota rekindles Prius.
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Feb 05, 2023 |
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(rebroadcast) Repair vs Replace decision. Used car prices up 60% in 3 years. Insurers total more cars as repair costs climb. 14,000 electric miles annually enough? PHEV will work. OEMs underestimate the Tesla seamless ownership appeal.
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Dec 31, 2022 |
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Costs behind a proper diagnosis. Tesla appeal goes beyond electrification. Corvette, Hummer and others thwart flippers with warranty threat.
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Dec 13, 2022 |
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Depreciation at all-time low, but still brutal; Jeep, Porsche and Toyota hold strong residuals. Carfax is great, but not foolproof. Our testimonies to limitations of electric cars. Mustang deliberate head fake on Camaro & Challenger? GM sets lofty 25x goa
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Nov 24, 2022 |
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Ford regret Lightning price? Toyota and Koenigsegg downplay EV hype. Warranty history, value & relevance. Oil burning GM, KIA and Hyundai. EcoBoost woes.
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Nov 06, 2022 |
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Beware hurricane cars coming to your area. Avoid salt & standing water? Intact Ford Expedition totalled. Rationale for buying next car?
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Oct 23, 2022 |
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Prep for winter. Seek mechanic's opinion before buying a car. Engine swapping update. Used car shortage puts emphasis on quality vehicles. Radwood-era JDM firetruck.
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Oct 12, 2022 |
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Radwood & The End of the World. Do looks matter? Tesla gets access to stimulus again. Hoard Honda, Toyota and Chevy ICE while you can? Mandates creating tribalism. EV plug rage on the way.
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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Repos on the rise! Are dealers gouging ...or just adjusting to free market? Tell us! Blame from OEMs. Tesla just adapts. Jeep Wrangler is #1 plug-in hybrid. All customers face tough wait for parts or cars.
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Aug 21, 2022 |
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Chevy Duramax hidden fix. GM LS V8 a genius of simplicity. Subsidies a waste of money? Hybrid & PHEV overlooked in rush to Electric? Analogy of energy density in popular fuels. Stellantis and Toyota stubbornly smart?
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Aug 14, 2022 |
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MPG scams, myths and tips. Simple physics can't be ignored: Weight, drag & speed won't participate in efficiency schemes.
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Aug 01, 2022 |
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Gas prices spur EV sales. Car and parts shortage to persist. Insurance write-offs due to parts wait and rentals. Duramax tow 2,600 miles to New Mexico. PHEV satisfaction.
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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The Grass ain't Greener idiom rings true. Fix what you have! Taxes and fees discourage trading. Rare Ford Woody wagon used for work.
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Jun 11, 2022 |
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VW history plus ID Buzz and Scout hopes. No ethanol in boats. Jim Farley of Ford new Podcast. Jeep RV. New studio hires.
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May 28, 2022 |
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Used F250 masking internal issues. Olympus Rally visits nearby. Ram Revolution range extender viable?
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May 06, 2022 |
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Detour: Bill's adventure pulling RV from Ohio behind Duramax Silverado: Hail, tornadoes, snow and squirrels.
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May 01, 2022 |
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Tesla twice-weekly price bump. Long-term fixes are best. Right to Repair facts. Job Specialization. '73 Ford Bronco updated.
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Apr 15, 2022 |
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Oil changes overrated? Platform flexibility. Jeep Wrangler 392. VW ID Buzz
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Apr 12, 2022 |
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Mechanic shortage compounds the parts shortage. Ancient Toyota Tacoma becomes best-seller in multiple states. Tesla charging network is their secret sauce
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Mar 22, 2022 |
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Ram Range Extender novel solution. SS396 worth restoring? Wrangler is #1 plug-in hybrid. Tribalism in car world is pointless.
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Mar 19, 2022 |
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Bad Bet Warranties. Symptoms without CEL? Defending Subaru. Maverick and Lightning sell out.
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Feb 19, 2022 |
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Median new cars exceed $45k. Used $30k. Maverick sells out. In defense of markups? Take care of your cars!
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Feb 12, 2022 |
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Rebroadcast: Collateral Damage - Repairs can affect other components.
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Jan 24, 2022 |
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Rebroadcast: Winter Water Torture. Spot and prevent short-term and long term water damage
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Jan 14, 2022 |
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Ford F150 Lightning pre-order halt. DeLorean "Snow" Business. Tesla opens Superchargers to all? Malaise Era Hot Rod Lincoln
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Dec 25, 2021 |
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Side effects to wheel & tire mods. In defense of dealer price markups. Tesla forges ahead as many traditional OEMs retreat.
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Dec 19, 2021 |
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Winter driving prep. Mechanics' cringiest car picks. Apple dips toes into pool?
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Dec 11, 2021 |
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Long-Term Storage tips preserve your car, boat or RV. Soviet classics in the US!
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Dec 05, 2021 |
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Car mechanical technology evolves. Our understanding lags.
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Dec 04, 2021 |
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Gasoline here to stay. Ford and GM EV crate motors. Violence at EV charging stations? Ford practicality vs Hummer absurdity. Auto Show musings.
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Nov 20, 2021 |
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Proper diagnosis vs guessing. Elon and Akio downplay EV dominance: ICE not going away. Ford ubiquity beat upstarts' novelty?
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Nov 13, 2021 |
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Simpler is usually better. $45k average car price. Flood car scammers. Parts getting discontinued. Vanlife explosion.
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Oct 31, 2021 |
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Ford flee to Tennessee. Tesla to Texas. Extended Warranty sham. More buying tips during car shortage
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Oct 23, 2021 |
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Tesla innovates chips. Rivian & others fight. Radwood PNW. Van craze erupts. Global energy crunch
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Oct 13, 2021 |
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Car Buyer Mind Games. Bolt fires rage on. Replacement Engine$$$. Cool but slow VW.
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Sep 30, 2021 |
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End of the World? Toyota and Porsche fight for ICE! Ammo for car buyers in this shortage.
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Sep 26, 2021 |
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Buying? How to save in this year of few choices and high prices.
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Sep 19, 2021 |
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Cummins, Powerstroke and Duramax: Hard to justify, but irreplaceable. NeoClassic Nissan.
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Sep 05, 2021 |
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Tesla and other EV drivers sitting ducks at public EV chargers? Gasoline to Trail Mix analogy. Industry delays persist.
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Aug 22, 2021 |
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Bill's Bryce Detour. Dealers return to The Churn. EV running costs? Hydrogen won't Hide.
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Aug 18, 2021 |
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Maverick undercuts Hyundai. Electrification Obfuscation. Break the Brake Bank.
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Aug 12, 2021 |
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Jeep #1 Plug-in Hybrid in USA. Colorado-bound Bill. Idiot Light Lessons.
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Aug 04, 2021 |
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Concours D'Lemons highlights. Car Issues you can Safely Ignore. Parts shortages continue.
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Aug 01, 2021 |
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Ford Maverick and Lightning predatory positioning.
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Jul 11, 2021 |
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Electrical Engineer Doug Swier and EVs (rebroadcast)
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Jul 01, 2021 |
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Dead actor's transaxle frenzy. Why carmakers ignore enthusiasts. Assess car's overall condition before big repairs.
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Jun 11, 2021 |
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Ford goes on offense with Lightning. Jeep Magneto sloth mode. Carmakers need to ignore enthusiast's rants.
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Jun 02, 2021 |
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Jeep vs France Cage Match. Parts shortages enduring. Savvy mods for off road.
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May 27, 2021 |
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Bang for the Buck Off Road mods. Pinzgauer Heater. Supply disruptions affect shops and stores.
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May 21, 2021 |
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Beware of cars engineered for assembly, not servicing. Car events finally return to Northwest.
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May 09, 2021 |
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Bronco party crashing Jeeps in Moab. Pocket thousands by selling car yourself. Price explosions.
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Apr 24, 2021 |
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Washington bans new gasoline cars in 9 years? A look back at Unintended Acceleration. Lemon Law high hurdles.
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Apr 19, 2021 |
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Your phone becomes your car's touchscreen: never outdated. Recall and TSB confusion.
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Apr 10, 2021 |
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F150 Police Truck. Supply Chain disruptions cause rising prices. Real-world EV ownership perspectives.
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Mar 30, 2021 |
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Basics to preserve a daily driver. Everyone rushes to online auctions.
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Mar 26, 2021 |
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Ford Maverick, Jeep Wagoneer, 4XE & 392. Maintenance Costs list Questioned
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Mar 15, 2021 |
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Cars: Not Disappearing - Just Morphing into SUVs. More help with guiding a teen's car purchase: Salvage or Cop Car OK?
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Mar 06, 2021 |
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Hybrid F150 Powerboost saves freezing Texans. Helping a Teen find a first car.
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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Coolant: Silent car killer: Don't let antifreeze total your ride (rebroadcast)
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Feb 21, 2021 |
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Cadillac for Gearheads. Also, Part 2 of things that destroy your car without even driving it
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Feb 14, 2021 |
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Football ignoramuses, Musk Mirroring and avoiding damage to car while it's parked.
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Feb 06, 2021 |
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Synergistic matchups in the car and tech industry. Sincha Clause in the shop.
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Feb 03, 2021 |
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Cottage industry bill invigorates boutique car builders. 2021 predictions
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Jan 30, 2021 |
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They Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To: Usually, with Good Reason
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Jan 23, 2021 |
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Mechanics know your secrets! Also, is Tesla worth 20x Ford?
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Jan 13, 2021 |
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Tesla: Tail that Wags the Industry Dog. Mustang Reboot? Pandemic Vans!
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Dec 30, 2020 |
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Veering off the Jeep Trail -Snow Wheeling in the YJ: A Cure for Cabin Fever.
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Dec 29, 2020 |
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Instagram. Carmakers strike a balance; Modifiications tip the scales
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Dec 14, 2020 |
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Every mod has an upside and a downside. New Instagram Page!
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Dec 05, 2020 |
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Experience vs Book Smarts; Buying a Half-Done Project
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Dec 01, 2020 |
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F150 PowerBoost. GM EV madness. Olympus Rally reboot.
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Nov 22, 2020 |
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Hall of Shame
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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Offroad Project: Jeep, Toyota, Ford or Pinzgauer? Pros and Cons
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Nov 08, 2020 |
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Hummer EV & Driving Habits to Preserve your Car
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Nov 03, 2020 |
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Engine Swaps and Production Cars at 300+mph
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Oct 25, 2020 |
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Prepare! Winter Car Tips (rebroadcast from 2019)
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Oct 21, 2020 |
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Be specific about your service and repair needs.
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Oct 11, 2020 |
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How to Talk with your Shop - Saving Time and Money for Both
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Oct 04, 2020 |
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Jeep 4XE: Wrangler and Plug-in owner offers unique perspective
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Sep 29, 2020 |
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Wildfire here! Also, BMW i3 and Chevy Volt ownership details
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Sep 20, 2020 |
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Timeless Car Shopping Guide (rebroadcast)
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Sep 13, 2020 |
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Parts Shortages and Your Wallet
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Sep 07, 2020 |
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BMW i3: A Modern Carbon Fiber Model T? Can Gearheads love EV's?
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Sep 02, 2020 |
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Cars: The Tail that Wags the Financial Dog for your family. Be wary of internet mechanics
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Aug 22, 2020 |
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Cadillac and Hyundai IQ Cage Match. Colorado and SoCal Road Trips.
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Aug 19, 2020 |
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Cars The Podcast used car inspection tips (Rebroadcast)
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Aug 09, 2020 |
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Quality Award Deceptions & Collateral Damage
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Jul 31, 2020 |
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Bronco Busting or Tesla Trusting
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Jul 19, 2020 |
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Tiny Tesla Tops Toyota ...Temporarily?
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Jul 14, 2020 |
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Engine swaps: V8 Astros and 2 cylinder BMWs
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Jul 06, 2020 |
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Did Jeep or Ford lose the plot?
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Jun 28, 2020 |
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Detour Podcast: David Swier on Mason County, Mischief and Mentoring
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Jun 26, 2020 |
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Lost the Plot 2: GM and Mopar- Dominance to Dunce (and back!)
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Jun 21, 2020 |
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Carmakers who Lost the Plot
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Jun 08, 2020 |
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Buckley, Washington: Bill Magnusson of On The Side Automotive
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May 31, 2020 |
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Embracing Changing Tech over the Years
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May 25, 2020 |
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Detour Episode: Dick Swier on Aviation and Adventures in the PNW
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May 19, 2020 |
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Don't be a Guinea Pig ...Be a Pig in Slop
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May 16, 2020 |
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Used Car Buyer Inspection Tips
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May 03, 2020 |
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Bill's Volt Studio
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Apr 29, 2020 |
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Practical advice for used car shoppers in the COVID era
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Apr 19, 2020 |
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Advice for your next used car: Before you leave quarantine
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Apr 11, 2020 |
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Social Distancing with Off Road Essentials
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Apr 01, 2020 |
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Seattle Pandemics, Bonney Lake Polemics
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Mar 22, 2020 |
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When to give up on a daily driver. Practical financial advice for your garage
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Mar 19, 2020 |
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CorollaVirus and Recalls
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Mar 07, 2020 |
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Unfiltered Opinions on Filters and Pinions
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Mar 03, 2020 |
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Experience and Wisdom
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Feb 27, 2020 |
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First, Do No Harm: Technicians and Docs Agree
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Feb 18, 2020 |
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Puget Sound Water Torture
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Feb 09, 2020 |
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Coolant: Silent Killer for Your Car?
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Feb 05, 2020 |
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Siesta Fiesta
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Jan 29, 2020 |
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Diagnosing Demystified
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Jan 18, 2020 |
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Mexico to Maxi Snow
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Jan 12, 2020 |
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2020 Resolutions for your Ride
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Dec 29, 2019 |
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Detour Episode: Carol Swier Northwest Perspective
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Dec 28, 2019 |
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Wintertime Car Tips
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Dec 24, 2019 |
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Noise and Shudder
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Dec 18, 2019 |
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CyberTroll to HyperMile
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Dec 07, 2019 |
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Diesel or No Diesel
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Nov 30, 2019 |
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Smiles Per Gallon
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Nov 24, 2019 |
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Detour Podcast: Three Trailheads Talking. Can Car Guys be nature lovers, too?
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Nov 19, 2019 |
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Guest Electrical Engineer Doug Swier amps up the discussion on EVs and plug-in hybrids
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Nov 10, 2019 |
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Jeep 101
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Nov 05, 2019 |
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Petrol to Hybrid to Electric
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Oct 29, 2019 |
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Cars a necessary evil?
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Oct 18, 2019 |
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Spend with your head. Your heart will thank you.
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Oct 17, 2019 |
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Corrosion Avoidance
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Oct 07, 2019 |