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Let’s Talk Wheels

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum have the automotive news, reviews, interviews, and tips you’re looking for! Learn the ins and outs of the auto and power sports industry, where (and when) to spend your money, and when to save it. Listening to Let’s Talk Wheels can help your vehicle last a little longer, and you will have fun along the way!

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39:50

Radar Badge Heists: $3,500 Honda Emblems Are...

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2026/04/25

Buckle up for Let’s Talk Wheels with Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum as they cover the week’s top automotive headlines: Honda minivan airbag recalls and radar-emblem thefts, Nissan’s plans to revive its rugged lineup, Hyundai/Kia truck teasers, and market sales trends.Also inside: a review of the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Sport PHEV, a sit-down with longtime racing expert Carl Benton on Formula 1, NASCAR and IndyCar, plus classic car Q&A — a packed episode for car lovers.

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39:50

Aluminum Crisis Hits Again — F-150 Supply Disrupted

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2026/04/18

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum run through this week’s auto news: another aluminum supply fire affecting Ford and other makers, a large Hyundai seat-belt anchor recall, and Chevy Malibu rear-view camera problems. The hosts also review the Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo, answer classic-car questions about late‑’90s GM OBS trucks, and interview Charlie Gambolos about the massive Pate Swap Meet — plus brief talk on motorsports venue protection laws and Tesla FSD jailbreaks.

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39:50

VW Brings Back the ID.Buzz — Plus Nissan Leaf Recall...

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2026/04/11

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the latest auto news: VW will continue the ID Buzz production next year, Chrysler issues an urgent airbag recall for Pacifica/Voyager models, and Nissan warns dealers to park 2026 Leafs outside due to a battery fire risk. They also discuss soaring Mustang sales, review the 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness, answer classic car questions, and speak with GM about distracted driving.

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39:50

Arrested in a Stolen Car Driving to Court, Honda–Sony...

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2026/04/04

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive stories: a man arrested after driving a stolen car to his auto-theft hearing, Honda ending its EV partnership with Sony, and Volkswagen’s recall of 48,000 Jettas over a fire risk.Also discussed: AAA’s findings on dangerous headlight glare, a review of the 2026 Chevy Blazer EV SS, and RVing advice from Bryon Johnson of DeMontrond RV. Practical tips and listener car questions round out the episode. #DeMontrond #DemontrondRV #Sony

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39:50

Volvo Plummets in Reliability — Plus $10K Truck Deals...

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2026/03/28

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive stories: Volvo’s drop in reliability rankings, the glut of 850,000 unsold 2025 models with big rebates, and GM’s testing of Level 3 autonomous driving.They review the 2026 Nissan Armada Nismo, discuss Ford’s multi-year partnership with Major League, Minor League, and Little League Baseball, and test a discreet FitCam X dash cam installation. The episode closes with practical car-care advice on GDI engines, fuel choices, coolant

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39:50

Watch Out: Fake Auto Parts and Massive Toyota &...

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2026/03/21

It's time to buckle up for this week's Let's Talk Wheels with Mike Herzen and Jeremy Birenbaum. We cover counterfeit parts sold online, a Toyota Highlander recall affecting over half a million vehicles, and Hyundai pausing Palisade sales after more than 68,000 seat defects.We also have the scoop on the 2027 Ford Super Duty, a detailed drive and review of the Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn, buying tips for classic Corvettes, and advice on dealer fees and how to check recalls.

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39:50

$9,000 Headlights and 700-Horsepower Upgrades: This...

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2026/03/14

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the latest automotive headlines: the shock of $9,000 BMW laser headlights, rising negative equity in car loans, Ford’s factory-backed supercharger kits for F-150s, and reviews of the 2026 Lexus GX 550 and Nissan Kicks. The episode also features classic-car buying tips, a discussion with SEMA’s senior VP about proposed right-to-modify legislation, and listener questions on Beetles and auction shopping, all packed into one busy show.

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00:39:50

Are You Being Tracked? Plenty of Recalls and a Cool...

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2026/03/07

Researchers discover a security flaw that allows easy tracking of almost any car, Mike actually finds a cool Minivan, Jeremy talks about affordable classics, and Ford has fun with Legos!

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38:52

Lexus Tops J.D. Power — Toyota Drops in a Surprising...

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2026/02/28

We unpack the latest J.D. Power quality survey and its surprises, including Lexus leading and Toyota slipping, and detail two engine recalls affecting 2023–2025 Nissan Rogues.Mike and Jeremy give a fun review of the 2026 Toyota Corolla XSE sedan, answer listener questions about restoring a 1970 Tempest, and share practical car-care tips. Plus an interview about the upcoming Pate Swap Meet, insight on a wave of EVs coming off lease and where buyers can find strong deals on used electric cars.

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38:54

Big Jeep -Ram Trailer Control Recall; EPA Drops...

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2026/02/23

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum break down this week’s biggest automotive headlines: a massive Ram/Jeep recall affecting trailer brake control modules, the EPA’s shift on start‑stop credits, Toyota moving the Highlander to all‑electric, Ford’s Bronco donations to search and rescue teams, and a review of the 2026 Honda CR‑V Hybrid TrailSport. The episode also covers classic car talk, tips on spotting flood or salvage vehicles, and an interview with Ford’s Bronco marketing manager about the Answer

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38:44

Toyota Doors Opening Unexpectedly — Major Prius Recall

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2026/02/14

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive stories: a big Toyota recall, a recall of BMW starters catching on fire, and the passing of camshaft legend Ed "Isky" Iskandarian.They speak with GM’s Mitch Pettersen about winter driving safety and preparedness, review the Toyota Prius Nightshade plug-in hybrid, and answer listener classic-car questions. The episode also discusses engine oil recommendations and maintenance tips for longevity. #GM #BMW #OnStar #ToyotaPrius

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44:31

Ducati Goes Off‑Road: CEO on Supercross, Desmo Power...

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2026/02/07

On this episode of Let's Talk Wheels, Mike and Jeremy interview the CEO of Ducati Motorcycles North America about Ducati's expansion into off‑road racing, Desmodromic engine tech, and new Supercross efforts.They also cover major auto headlines — a potential chip shortage driven by AI RAM demand, leaked details on GM's next‑generation trucks, and nicotine pouches returning to NASCAR — plus a hands‑on review of the 2026 Mazda CX‑70 Turbo S Premium and listener classic‑car questions.

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44:41

VW ID. Buzz First Drive and Ford’s Big Heritage...

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2026/01/31

A new Dodge Hornet is selling for up to 50% off MSRP, Toyota issues a Tundra display recall, and Ram doubles down on Hemi V8 production. We review the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz, speak with Ford historian Ted Ryan about Ford’s legacy and big news, and Jeremy the Magnificent predicts which classic cars could gain value in 2026. Plus: practical car-care advice and a quick Volvo XC90 T8 review.

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43:29

Corvette Goes Nuclear: 1.68s 0–60 and an 8.675s...

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2026/01/24

Buckle up: this episode covers Corvette’s shocking speed records, deadly counterfeit replacement airbags, Dodge’s Hemi-driven sales surge, and Honda’s new direct-to-consumer EV brand that’s upsetting dealers. We also review the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander and speak with Rochelle Salinas about the evolving future of auto shows.Plus: truck-sales highlights, a quick engine discussion, and listener questions — all served with the usual blend of news, reviews, and auto-culture banter from Mike Herzing

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38:31

LC500 Thrills & Ford’s F‑Series Triumph — This Week...

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2026/01/10

On this week’s Let’s Talk Wheels, hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover major truck news, the dealer inventory glut, and a stunning Lexus coupe review.Highlights include the Ram Power Wagon getting a 6.7L Cummins diesel, and Ram bringing back a super‑powered TRX for 2027, dealers stuck with roughly 3 million 2024 vehicles, and a rave review of the 2026 Lexus LC500. Plus, Ford’s John Walawender stops by to celebrate nearly five decades of F‑Series leadership and discuss truck innovations

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38:28

New Year, New Rides: What 2025 Taught Us and 2026's...

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2026/01/04

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum recap 2025 and look ahead to 2026, featuring a review of the 2025 Toyota Tundra Limited Hybrid and answers to listener car questions.The episode also includes an interview with Rob Bott from LendingTree about driving habits and insurance surveys, plus industry news on classic car values, Honda heritage parts, Kia theft cash settlements, and changes at Volvo.

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38:53

Scout's Comeback, Maverick's Triumph & Defender V8 —...

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2025/12/27

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum discuss this week's automotive headlines: the Scout brand's comeback and countries rethinking ICE bans, a fun review of the 2025 Land Rover Defender 130 V8, an interview about the award-winning Ford Maverick, classic car market trends, and practical car service tips.

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38:42

F-150 Lightning Bow Out — Ford’s E-Rev Future

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2025/12/20

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Bierenbaum cover a packed episode of automotive news, including Ford ending the current F-150 Lightning and teasing a range‑extended pickup.Also featured: a review of the 2026 Kia Sportage Hybrid, Mercedes’ move to serviceable headlights, GM and Apple’s renewed partnership, Motor Trend’s Truck of the Year, and classic car highlights. Plus an interview with Michelin’s Caroline Ervin on tire choices for winter and everyday driving, listener Q&A, and practical car

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38:30

Toyota’s Hybrid Halo: GR GT & GT3 Unveiled — A New...

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2025/12/13

Toyota debuts the GR GT for the road and a GR GT3 race variant — Plus: Lando Norris clinches the Formula One championship, Automotive News columnist Larry Vellequette joins the show, and we dig into great tool deals and dashcam recommendations.Also in the episode: a full review of the 2026 Chevrolet Trax, practical car‑care Q&A (waxing and battery care), safety tech highlights, and tips for buying value-packed gear. Buckle up for a fast-paced hour!

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38:56

When a $2 Water Bottle Costs $12,000 — The Shocking...

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2025/12/06

Today’s episode covers a bizarre $12,000 Hyundai repair caused by spilled water, how California police uncovered high‑tech key‑fob relay thefts, and Nissan’s recall of 42,000 Sentras for bubbled windshields.We also road‑test the 2026 Nissan Leaf (surprising real‑world range and features), get Infiniti’s winter driving tips, review the VueRoid S1 dashcam, and share maintenance advice for diesel trucks and classic‑car musings.

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