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The Truth About Cars

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Like the site it’s named after, TheTruthAboutCars podcast lives up to its billing by delivering exactly that: the truth about cars. Each week Managing Editor Tim Healey is joined by different members of the colorful TTAC writing staff to cover the news of the week, discuss industry trends impacting car shoppers, and even geek out about topics like their favorite cars of the ‘90s. Plus, each week we’re joined by an industry analysts to unpack the news of the week. Rich with commentary, this podcast

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54:59

Why Did California Shut Down a New EV Program?

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2024/06/21

This week on the TTAC podcast, we speak to Christian Robinson, the Senior Director of State Government Affairs and Grassroots for the Specialty Equipment Market Association, about why California governor Gavin Newsome vetoed a bill that would helped fund consumers who wanted to turn their used cars into EVs.TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I discuss brake discs/rotors and what happened when NASCAR went to Iowa. We also preview a deeper conversation we'll have in the future about Kyle Busch's, uh,

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85:34

Here's Why Used EVs Are Dropping in Value

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/06/14

This week we chat with Karl Brauer, executive analyst at iSeeCars.com, about why the value of used EVs is dropping and has fallen below that of used gas cars for the first time.TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and TTAC managing editor Tim Healey discuss rear diffusers for your cars and what happened when NASCAR went to wine country. Thanks for listening!

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83:42

Here's What Life is Like As a Pit Crew Member

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/06/07

We chat with Bozi Tatarevic -- motorsport consultant, pit-crew member, and automotive journalist -- about what life is like in the pits. The pit lanes at racetracks, that is. Bozi has worked IMSA and NASCAR and he tells us all about it.Bozi has written for TTAC at times, and today we also talk about NASCAR and gear oil with TTAC contributor Matthew Guy. Thanks to Bozi and Matthew, and thanks to Matt Posky for editing. Most of all, thank you for listening!

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77:17

The Best Cars for Teens

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/05/31

With graduation season in mind, these are the best cars for teens. We also discuss NASCAR's rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 and a wet 'n' wild weekend in racing. Plus, we chat about the best oil drains pans that we use.

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81:46

Here's What It Takes To Stage A Major Street Race

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/05/24

NASCAR will be returning to Chicago this summer. The series hosted its first-ever street race in the Windy City last summer, and it will return for 2024. We chat with Julie Giese, the president of the Chicago Street Race, about what went well last summer, how to improve the event for 2024, and what fans can expect.Speaking of NASCAR, TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I discuss Ricky Stenhouse Jr. throwing hands after the all-star event. We also chat about how to select the best oil filter wrench for

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88:24

How One Man Got the Best Job in the World

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/05/17

This week we chat with prolific automotive journalist Sam Smith about his new book "Smithology: Thoughts, Travels, and Semi-Plausible Car Writings, 2003 – 2023" and what it's like to make a living working with words about cars and car culture. TTAC contributor Matthew Guy also stops by to discuss power inverters and a NASCAR race at Darlington that included retro color schemes and a post-race beef on pit road.

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69:52

These Car Brands Will Be Expensive to Maintain

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/05/10

This week, we talk to Ben Preston from Consumer Reports about the cheapest and most expensive car brands to maintain -- as well as why consumers might favor independent repair shops over dealerships. TTAC contributor Matthew Guy drops by to discuss trunk struts and the closest finish in NASCAR history.

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71:54

You Shouldn't Be Afraid of Autonomous Cars, Here's Why

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/05/03

We talk with Alex Roy, principal at Johnson and Roy Advisors, a company that provides strategy for companies in the AI, robotics, and transportation space, about why autonomous cars aren't so scary. Roy, a former TTAC contributor, walks us through it all. Meanwhile, current TTAC contributor Matthew Guy stops by to talk jump starters and NASCAR at Dover.Thanks for listening!

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81:35

These Are the Cars You Should Buy Used

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/04/26

We chat with Karl Brauer, iSeeCars executive analyst, about the cars you should buy new -- and those you'd be better off buying used. Matthew Guy also drops by and we discuss side marker lights and how last week's NASCAR race at Talladega once again ended with The Big One.

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71:54

Here's Why Consumers Are Scared of Self-Driving Cars

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/04/19

In the latest episode, we chat with Greg Brannon from AAA about consumer fears that surround autonomous vehicles -- and how the industry can address them.We also check in with our resident auto-parts and accessories expert Matthew Guy to learn about headlight restoration kits. Plus, Matthew sticks around to chat about what happened when NASCAR came to Texas.

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50:21

There's a New Problem With Electric Cars That No One...

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/04/15

Electric vehicles are generally pretty heavy, thanks to their batteries, so how does that affect infrastructure and safety? We chat with Cody Stolle from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln and the Midwest Roadside Safety Facility about this issue. We also discuss car ramps for use in your garage, and the latest goings on in NASCAR.

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60:54

These Are the Best Family Cars for 2024

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/04/05

We sit down with John Vincent, senior editor of vehicle testing at U.S. News & World Report, to discuss their best cars for families for 2024. We also discuss the New York Auto Show, the Fisker Ocean, and more. TTAC contributor Matthew Guy drops by to discuss a controversial NASCAR finish at Richmond, our experiences testing Michelins in California, and his use of Rain-X for our "Stuff We Use" segment.

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39:17

The Best Car of the 2024 New York Auto Show

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/04/01

We chat with AutoTrader's Brian Moody about the best and worst of the New York Auto Show. Our own Matthew Guy also drops by to give his opinions. Mr. Guy also discussed battery booster packs in our Stuff We Use segment.

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39:51

How Do Automakers Handle Politics?

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/03/22

We take some time to chat with Kia's head of corporate communications, James Bell, about how automakers navigate an ever-changing regulatory world.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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56:50

These Are The Most Reliable Car Brands

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/03/15

We sit down with Tyson Jominy Vice President, Data & Analytics at J.D. Power to discuss why certain brands do so well when it comes to dependability, how user experience and technology factors in, and much more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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75:05

Have We Reached Peak EV (Part Two)?

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/03/08

Last week we spoke with an EV evangelist (say that five times fast). This week we dig deeper into the truth surrounding EV adoption.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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79:39

Have We Reached Peak EV? (Part 1)

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/03/01

We chat with BJ Birtwell, founder of Electrify Expo about the growth of EVs and Consumer Reports' Alex Knizek about why so many electrified vehicles make their Top 10 for 2024 listLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:45

Are Plug-In Hybrids the Future?

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/02/23

Chris Tonn and Tim Healey chat about the future of the PHEV, our racing past (as fans, not drivers), the 2025 Ram 1500, and the latest Tesla controversy.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:15

This State Might Ban Gasoline Cars. Here’s Who’s...

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/02/16

We chat about a possible ban on gasoline cars in one particular East Coast state. We also discuss Super Bowl ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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49:32

Are Auto Shows Dying?

The Truth About Cars ·

2024/02/10

We chat with Jen Morand, President, Chicago Automobile Trade Association and General Manager, Chicago Auto Show, and automotive content creator Jill Ciminillo about the future of auto shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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