John Paul - Car Doctor Radio Podcast

In this episode we talk with Doug Shannon CEO Home (sagewerks.energy). We talk about all things electric, the fleet, the grid and the future as well as the past. Then we chat with our radio family on this rainy Sunday 

In this episode we talk with Paul Fernandez of www.automotivetouchup.com and also give away some Bling Sauce. Remember our friends at  www.blingsauce.com will give Car Doctor listeners 20 percent off, just enter radio20 in the discount code 

In this episode we cover all you ever wanted to know about oil and more with self-proclaimed oil nerd Sean Nguyen, Pennzoil’s Technical Scientist and Automotive Lubricant Specialist. Plus, we answer some questions, talk with our radio family 

In this episode we talked with executive analyst for iseecars.com Karl Brauer. We are talking about how EVs are more expensive and driven less than gas cars, the industry in general, recalls and a bit of everything. We also did a trivia game, and the prize was Bling Sauce appearance products for your car boat or RV. If ordering from blingsauce.com use the code radio20 for 20 percent off your order. 

In this episode we talk with www.blingsauce.com CEO Patrick Jones. We find out how the company was started, the products they offer for cars, boats and RVs and also find out I'm lazy. You can also get 20 percent off your order when buying directly from blingsauce.com but you need to listen to find out how. We also talk with radio family member Tom who is selling his numbers matching GTO Judge. Happy Mother's Day.    

In this episode we talk Hari Nayar the VP of Fleet Electrification & Sustainability at Merchants Fleet. We cover everything from battery life, recycling and touch on hydrogen. Then we review the Fiido T2 E-Bike and chat with our listeners on this Cinco de Mayo and Orthodox Easter 

In this episode I talk with the Overseas sales manager of Fiido E-Bikes about why I like all things with wheels, including e-bikes. Plus an update from producer Jesse about where he was last week (check out hometown ghost stories) and answer some email questions. 

In this episode we talk with Che Cooper the founder and president of the www.womenofwolfsburg.comThis is an all-women's VW enthusiast group founded here in New England.  Che has owned 100 VWs and currently has nine. We also review the 2024 Mercedes CLA250-4Matic. 

In this episode we were supposed to talk about the 60 years of the Porsche 911, but we didn't connect with our guest. Then we talked with Mark Schieldrop of AAA about AAA's ESG plans. I also wanted to thank all of the people who congratulated me on my NHTSA Lifetime Achievement Award, which I am truly humbled by. 

In this episode we discuss best family cars, we I went to the Denver auto show and answer a few car questions 

In this episode we talk with automotive consultant, car guy and just a good person Larry Eiden about the New York Auto Show. Then a bit of a warning when shopping on Amazon. 

In this episode my producer Jesse Wilkins is working in a temporary studio, while WATD remodels the main studio so a couple of minor glitches along the way. We had the opportunity to chat with Jeffrey Mason President and Chief Operating Officer at http://pistonfoundation.org. Their mission is to help build a new generation of automotive tradespeople. The Piston Foundation’s mission is to bring more young people into the collector car industry. By funding skilled trades programs in collector cars, we’re working to help today’s craftspeople transfer their skills to a new generation and help young technicians build rewarding careers in the trades and services of the collector car industry. We also got a bit stumped, with a listener question, talked to some sold friends and made to through the hour mostly unscathed.   

In this episode we talk with Jillian Young, the Director of Public Relations at AAA Northeast about how losing just one hour of sleep can impact driving, how important it is to get recalls performed and how easy it is to see if your vehicle is recalled. https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls/vehicle-safety-recalls-weekwww.aaa.com https://newsroom.aaanortheast.com/news-releases

In this episode we talk with Lindsey Brown senior technician and sometimes called the Obi-Wan Kenobi of foreign car repair at the Little Foreign Garage Car http://www.lfcg.com/. We also talked about the www.infinityx1.com flashlight. which is more than just a flashlight. 

In this program we talk about electric cars, rebates, incentives and more. There is plenty of great information at Green Energy Consumers Alliance. Plus a bit of an update on the TopDon BT100W battery tester and a long story about a water heater. 

In this episode we talk with Zane Merva who with his brother run the most popular GM truck website in the world www.gm-trucks.com . Then we talk with a few listeners who take us down memory lane. A quick update about TopDon and thanks to Tim for producing today's program 

We got to spend some time with Fox sports NHRA announcer Brian Lohnes. Brian also is the Editor of www.bangshift.com, co host of https://www.podcastone.com/pd/Hot-Rod-Pod, host of NHRA Insider podcast, https://nhra-podcast.libsyn.com/ and host of https://dorkomotive.podbean.com/. Chatted with our radio family and talked about two products, No-Naste to get the stink out and a battery tester from TopDon. 

In this episode we talk with Dr. Henry Mahncke, a neuroscientist who designs brain exercises shown effective in hundreds of studies (including many in driving), is available for interview and commentary. Dr. Henry Mahncke serves as the CEO of Posit Science, developer of the cognitive training program BrainHQ. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, International Business Times, MarketWatch, TechCrunch, Forbes, and now The Car Doctor program. Then we talk with one of the most articulate auto writers I know, George Kennedy, who is also VP of NEMPA. 

In this episode we talk with executive analyst for www.iseecars.com Karl Brauer about the 25 best new cars for the money and automotive trends. Then we talk with Brandon Garcia, VP of Marketplace Marketing & Business Development for Hemmings.com about the Hemmings Showcase and Sell Your Classic Car at the Grand National Roadster Show and the new Frictionless Marketplace  

In this episode we chat with John Vincent senior editor at US News and World Report about the best cars for the money for 2024 https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/best-cars-for-the-money. We also cover a recent Ford recall and chat with some listeners.