Episodi

  • New 3-Row EV Charges to 97% in 9 Minutes — EV Are Looking Better
    Oct 17 2026

    Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birnbaum cover this week’s automotive headlines: the end of a 120-year auto show, federal moves to tackle headlight glare, and BYD’s new 3-row electric SUV that claims 405 miles of range and ultra-fast charging.

    The episode also includes a full review of the Ram Rebel 1500 with the returning Hemi, a deep dive into adventure motorcycles with JP Parsons, recommendations on Michelin CrossClimate 2 tires, and answers to classic car mailbag questions about dune buggies and identifying real Shelby Mustangs.

    #shelby #BYD #EV #RAMRebel #Hemi #Michelin #MichelincrossClimate2 #FordMustang #ShelbyMustang #ClassicCar

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    40 min
  • Power Window Recall to Privacy Risks — Latest from Let's Talk Wheels
    Oct 10 2026

    Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive news, including pinching power windows (natural selection?), Nissan’s sales surge, Ram overtaking Jeep, and concerns about cars snitching on you.

    The episode also features a review of the 2027 Kia Seltos, a classic-car mailbag Q&A, and an interview with Molly Blankenship from Jobs for the Future about the growing demand for skilled trades and apprenticeship pathways.

    #Autorecalls #nissansales #stellantis #ram #ramtrucks #jobsforthefuture #mollyblankenship #kia #2027Kiaseltos #texasmotorpressassociation #texasmotorpress #naturalselection #jeep

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    40 min
  • Rearview Recall Rampage: 400,000 Cars Affected — Plus Two-Tone Trucks & T-Top Comebacks
    Oct 3 2026

    Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s headlines: Even MORE rearview camera recalls, dangerous roof rack bolts on Wagoneers, and nostalgic news about possible T-top returns and two-tone trucks. Mike reviews the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition, and the hosts answer listener questions about turbochargers and Top Tier fuel. Ford’s Angela Soukokas joins to discuss dealers’ Global Food Drive and community support efforts.

    Tune in for classic-car mailbag segments, trivia, and practical service tips in this episode of Let’s Talk Wheels. #ford #Jeep #Nissan #nissanz #texasmotorpressassociation #classiccar #F150

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    40 min
  • GM Brings Back CarPlay, Ditches Dipsticks — Big Changes in 2027 Trucks
    Sep 26 2026

    On this episode of Let’s Talk Wheels, Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover major automotive headlines — GM restoring Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, digital oil gauges replacing dipsticks, VW’s 210,000‑vehicle SUV recall, and new towing/payload specs for 2027 GM trucks.

    They review the redesigned Subaru Outback, discuss AM radio and a proposed requirement for radios in cars, answer classic‑car trivia, and explain why VW‑based dune buggies vary so much in price and authenticity. Plus, GM safety engineer Suzanne Johansson joins to mark Child Passenger Safety Week with practical car‑seat advice.

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    40 min
  • Infotainment Failures, F-150 Upgrades & Hyundai’s $300M Fight Against Childhood Cancer
    Sep 19 2026

    Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive stories: JD Power’s infotainment quality findings, Volvo’s car-to-car safety alerts, Mitsubishi’s rearview camera recall, and a review of the 2026 Chevy Equinox. They also interview Ford’s F-150 brand manager about 2027 updates and hear from Hyundai Hope on Wheels about raising $300M for pediatric cancer research.

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    40 min
  • Mitsubishi Returns, Deadly Counterfeit Airbags & GMC Sierra AT4X Review
    Sep 12 2026

    Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the latest auto news: Mitsubishi’s new U.S. truck, a deadly counterfeit-airbag crisis, unexplained sunroof shattering, Honda and Nissan software collaboration, and Jay Leno’s classic-car bill update. Jeremy reviews the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X (AEV edition), and they close with a classic-car mailbag answering viewer questions about buying classics, smoking’s impact on a car's value, and buying cars sight unseen.

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    40 min
  • California's Tire Crackdown & the Fake Parts Danger — Let's Talk Wheels
    Sep 4 2026

    Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive topics: California’s new tire rolling-resistance rules, the danger of counterfeit airbags, and the news that Days of Thunder is getting a sequel.

    They also review the 2026 Kia Sorento and visit top shop CJ Sounds to discuss modern infotainment upgrades for classic cars and answer listener questions in the classic car mailbag.

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    40 min
  • Hit It With a Hammer? Toyota’s Surprising Fixes and Other Auto Oddities
    Aug 28 2026

    Join hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum for a fast-paced episode covering an OEM's unconventional "wack it with a hammer" diagnostic for V6 engines, another's driveshaft recall and “glue it” fix, a review of the 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR2, and a conversation with former racer Meril Moen about getting back into track days.

    They also answer listener questions about Dakota batteries, widespread backup-camera recalls, and classic Malibu/Chevelle choices.

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    40 min