Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/overdrive-radios-car-advice-hour Straight talk about cars and a lot more! Every week we give you tangible advice on how to take care of your vehicle so that you can keep your family safe and avoid getting ripped off. Overdrive Radio Productions 576680ec-ee01-54b6-9020-c9d24149be2c no Ever wonder what the Car Advice Hour is all about? en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:36:22 -0400 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:39:08 -0500 https://www.overdriveradio.org https://img.transistor.fm/-HNxKvJrfn1mF1RvPLeokEZNZrwLtGwOn0Ypf42FffU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzEzOTAyLzE2MDY4/NDU1MzYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg https://www.overdriveradio.org episodic Overdrive Radio Productions Straight talk about cars and a lot more! Every week we give you tangible advice on how to take care of your vehicle so that you can keep your family safe and avoid getting ripped off. Straight talk about cars and a lot more. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection Overdrive Radio Productions No No 48 48 It's a Paradigm full 5aade84f-6b58-4bfa-8b4a-96ec1d7ad9fb https://share.transistor.fm/s/f2382b94 Sat, 28 Aug 2021 10:29:21 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2636 We answer listener questions today from - leaking exhausts to when it's time to dump your car - or is it? We answer listener questions today from - leaking exhausts to when it's time to dump your car - or is it? car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 46 46 Buyer Beware full d8d288a7-4bd2-4822-8457-7d9e1f193385 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a720aa0 Sat, 21 Aug 2021 09:56:21 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2616 This is a must listen episode for consumer protection from the recent phenomena going on with extended warranties to why tune-ups no longer exist. Mike drops a TON of buyer beware advice to protect your car, your wallet and your family. This is a must listen episode for consumer protection from the recent phenomena going on with extended warranties to why tune-ups no longer exist. Mike drops a TON of buyer beware advice to protect your car, your wallet and your family. car advice, buyer beware, consumer protection, auto repair, talk show, radio show No 45 45 Frustrated and Educated full fc0953b5-4aed-4c64-8d8d-2a82e8df35d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff52206e Sat, 10 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2706 We touch on one of the biggest frustrations customers have with the auto repair industry. No you are NOT alone. But leave it to Mike to break it down and explain the why's. We touch on one of the biggest frustrations customers have with the auto repair industry. No you are NOT alone. But leave it to Mike to break it down and explain the why's. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 43 43 Show Me, Don't Just Tell Me full 0db4bfc8-9717-488b-88df-037729700674 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f430ce2 Sat, 26 Jun 2021 23:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2651 In this episode, Mike walks you through all of the questions you NEED to ask when you get your car repaired. In this episode, Mike walks you through all of the questions you NEED to ask when you get your car repaired. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 42 42 Spare You Time full 34ace99e-9913-4173-a367-a46142136861 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3bdf3df Sat, 19 Jun 2021 22:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2644 This episode is jam packed with auto repair tips for consumers. Sending your child off to college in a car - well it's not too soon to start preparing for the school season. Mike will give you practical advice to keep your child safe when they are far away. And what about that spare? Let us spare you frustration because Mike talks about the ONE thing you'll want to have done when you have a flat tire. This episode is jam packed with auto repair tips for consumers. Sending your child off to college in a car - well it's not too soon to start preparing for the school season. Mike will give you practical advice to keep your child safe when they are far aw car advice, talk show, spare tire, tire advice No 41 41 It's Preventable full 1bc5c878-518e-4b12-84c3-8f3f0499cb78 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a0e0af7 In the U.S. over 36,000 people are killed each year in motor vehicles accidents.  In our conversation with Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, we highlight 3 preventable ways that YOU can help reduce vehicle collisions and fatalities.   Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety’s mission is to push for the establishment of federal and state laws, policies and programs that prevent crashes and save lives.  

]]> In the U.S. over 36,000 people are killed each year in motor vehicles accidents.  In our conversation with Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, we highlight 3 preventable ways that YOU can help reduce vehicle collisions and fatalities.   Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety’s mission is to push for the establishment of federal and state laws, policies and programs that prevent crashes and save lives.  

]]> Sat, 22 May 2021 21:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2645 Summer is upon us, as are road trips. In our conversation with Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, we highlight 3 preventable ways that YOU can help reduce vehicle collisions and fatalities. Summer is upon us, as are road trips. In our conversation with Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, we highlight 3 preventable ways that YOU can help reduce vehicle collisions and fatalities. car advice, car talk, road trips, highway safety, car safety, seatbelts, impaired driving, driving while texting, distracted drivers No 40 40 We Answer Your Questions full 6fd882e9-8b14-4725-ad20-2be6ee7204d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b68dbfd We answer your questions live on air.  Anything from car questions to spousal "car" debates to confirming your hunch.  

]]> We answer your questions live on air.  Anything from car questions to spousal "car" debates to confirming your hunch.  

]]> Sat, 08 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2659 Do you ever feel like you wish you had someone to call and ask your car questions to? What if you want to double check your on the right track? That's us! Every Saturday 8AM EST we answer listener questions and calls (407) 916-1041. Do you ever feel like you wish you had someone to call and ask your car questions to? What if you want to double check your on the right track? That's us! Every Saturday 8AM EST we answer listener questions and calls (407) 916-1041. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 39 39 A Dent in Time full eae05910-f021-42a3-9d01-e07414a3be66 https://share.transistor.fm/s/97c11db7 We talk to Dave Rohas with Signature Collision Centers in Longwood, FL to help protect your wallet and your family at the auto body shop.

]]> We talk to Dave Rohas with Signature Collision Centers in Longwood, FL to help protect your wallet and your family at the auto body shop.

]]> Sat, 01 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2638 We talk to Dave Rojas with Signature Collision Centers to help protect your wallet and your family at the auto body shop. We talk to Dave Rojas with Signature Collision Centers to help protect your wallet and your family at the auto body shop. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 38 38 You childproofed your house, what about the car? full 017623d0-1234-46b3-8055-8eea239cbb6b https://share.transistor.fm/s/68ea6362 In this episode we discuss car safety.  Sue Oryemma, Vice President of kidsandcars.org joined us to talk about their campaign, Childproof Your Ride.  In the conversation, we discussed some of the many dangers that lurk inside your vehicle.

]]> In this episode we discuss car safety.  Sue Oryemma, Vice President of kidsandcars.org joined us to talk about their campaign, Childproof Your Ride.  In the conversation, we discussed some of the many dangers that lurk inside your vehicle.

]]> Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:12:18 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2595 In this episode we discuss car safety.  Sue Oryemma, Vice President of kidsandcars.org joined us to talk about their campaign, Childproof Your Ride.  In the conversation, we discussed some of the many dangers that lurk inside your vehicle.

]]> car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 37 37 Don't Leave Home without this ONE Accident Tip full a9ad812b-ab5e-467c-9196-a12e3b863184 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f2edf17b In this episode we look at HOW to help protect yourself after an accident.  Joining our conversation is Attorney Brian Pink with Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys with great tips to help you keep yourself and your family safe.

]]> In this episode we look at HOW to help protect yourself after an accident.  Joining our conversation is Attorney Brian Pink with Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys with great tips to help you keep yourself and your family safe.

]]> Sat, 10 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2609 In this episode we look at HOW to help protect yourself after an accident. Joining our conversation is Attorney Brian Pink with Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys with great tips to help you keep yourself and your family safe. In this episode we look at HOW to help protect yourself after an accident. Joining our conversation is Attorney Brian Pink with Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys with great tips to help you keep yourself and your family safe. car advice, radio show, talk show, accidents, accident attorney No 36 36 Roadtrips - Best Spots in Florida full 2364b484-a163-4843-9642-25635cdde10b https://share.transistor.fm/s/9fd32d9e We tell you the top things you need to do for a safe road trip with your car and along for the ride is Jade from Vagabond3 to help us plan the roadtrip with great stops in Florida.  Jade, Bob and Augustine have clocked more than 200 family trips in 4 years, also featured on Parents, National Geographic and Forbes to name a few.  They take you on their adventures with tips and tricks along the way.  This episode was sponsored by Universal Tire and Auto.

]]> We tell you the top things you need to do for a safe road trip with your car and along for the ride is Jade from Vagabond3 to help us plan the roadtrip with great stops in Florida.  Jade, Bob and Augustine have clocked more than 200 family trips in 4 years, also featured on Parents, National Geographic and Forbes to name a few.  They take you on their adventures with tips and tricks along the way.  This episode was sponsored by Universal Tire and Auto.

]]> Sat, 03 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2637 Today we are talking about roadtrips – later in the show we have a special guest, Jade from Vagabond3 family travel bloggers, to help us find some of the coolest spots right here in Florida. Today we are talking about roadtrips – later in the show we have a special guest, Jade from Vagabond3 family travel bloggers, to help us find some of the coolest spots right here in Florida. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 35 35 Size is Important full af2d3415-10c6-4ab8-9f0c-b29c7bfb4e8c https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b4dde0f Sat, 27 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2869 Mike passes on the tricks and tips for getting your money's worth when it comes to tires - don't waste your money on the wrong tire for your car. Mike passes on the tricks and tips for getting your money's worth when it comes to tires - don't waste your money on the wrong tire for your car. car advice, car talk, talk show, radio show, tires, new tires, alignment No 34 34 What's the deal with recalls? full c7e25787-7b13-4959-ab44-830ec3e0be61 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5005aaaf Sat, 23 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0500 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2728 There is so much confusion about recalls and we'll try to help clear up the confusion and help you navigate vehicle recalls. Along with the best tips and most reliable places to seek out this information. There is so much confusion about recalls and we'll try to help clear up the confusion and help you navigate vehicle recalls. Along with the best tips and most reliable places to seek out this information. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 33 33 When to RUN full 8f4ad84c-83bf-46ce-8514-0da6eea6d8e8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b718b15 Sat, 16 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0500 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2682 On this episode of the Car Advice Hour we focus on when to RUN - what makes for a bad auto repair experience? what makes for a bad auto repair shop? On this episode of the Car Advice Hour we focus on when to RUN - what makes for a bad auto repair experience? what makes for a bad auto repair shop? car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 32 32 New Year, New Station! full 36a89846-1931-4b95-a507-aaf214928522 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5895e81 The Car Advice Hour is helps protect your car, your family and your wallet.  In this episode, Mike looks at the importance of finding the right mechanic shop that you can trust and go to for all of your automotive needs.

]]> The Car Advice Hour is helps protect your car, your family and your wallet.  In this episode, Mike looks at the importance of finding the right mechanic shop that you can trust and go to for all of your automotive needs.

]]> Sat, 09 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2731 We are kicking off 2021, same great show, new station. Listen to the Car Advice Hour every Saturday morning at 10am on 96.9 FM The Game or find us on the IHeartRadio App. We are kicking off 2021, same great show, new station. Listen to the Car Advice Hour every Saturday morning at 10am on 96.9 FM The Game or find us on the IHeartRadio App. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 30 30 1 Year Anniversary Episode full 11c42ab8-0928-4691-bccc-7546026f7618 https://share.transistor.fm/s/88d14029 Wed, 14 Oct 2020 20:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2467 It's our one year anniversary! We'll walk you through the best way to find your auto repair shop. It's our one year anniversary! We'll walk you through the best way to find your auto repair shop. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 29 29 A NEW tire that is 3 years old? We'll help you avoid this. full a93137f2-05a3-4135-a55f-de28176ce521 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9596fc69 Don't let small sounds or problems balloon into large expensive repairs.  We'll go over the tips and tricks to avoid this, how to check your tire's date and what NOT to do with your vehicle repairs.

]]> Don't let small sounds or problems balloon into large expensive repairs.  We'll go over the tips and tricks to avoid this, how to check your tire's date and what NOT to do with your vehicle repairs.

]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2020 22:30:58 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2486 Mike and his crew talk about the importance of tire dates, what to look out for and how to do it. Mike and his crew talk about the importance of tire dates, what to look out for and how to do it. car advice, tres, new tires, used tires, car tips, mechanic shop No 28 28 Part 2: Hold onto your car - let us show you how full 2e359191-4d99-40fc-90ec-5c50f2fb9fad https://share.transistor.fm/s/619e21f4 Fri, 11 Sep 2020 22:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2480 car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 27 27 Part 1: Don't Sell, Hold on to that Vehicle full 2f328243-fd36-43aa-a23a-2a039b570b4d https://share.transistor.fm/s/fbe15617 Fri, 04 Sep 2020 22:50:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2471 Part 1: Learn how you can keep your vehicle longer. Follow these maintenance tips and you can hang onto that car longer and save yourself money in the long run. Part 1: Learn how you can keep your vehicle longer. Follow these maintenance tips and you can hang onto that car longer and save yourself money in the long run. car advice, car talk, talk show, radio show, vehicle maintenance, car repair maintenance No 26 26 Stop! Let's talk brakes full 24cf84b8-1a04-46c6-9711-cfefe2528ece https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb6c6e6f Fri, 28 Aug 2020 22:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2448 What do you think will go out first - front or rear brakes? What do you think will go out first - front or rear brakes? car advice, car talk, talk show, radio show, brakes, mechanic shop, auto repair, brake repairs, rear brakes No 25 25 Are your car parts 24K gold? full cd03d0a7-1dff-4184-b425-d1c2b4cca3bd https://share.transistor.fm/s/f72e3eb0 Fri, 21 Aug 2020 22:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Productions Overdrive Radio Productions 2481 Do you know what auto repair shops should be telling you about parts you pay for in a repair? Do you know what auto repair shops should be telling you about parts you pay for in a repair? car advice, car talk, talk show, radio show, car tips, car parts No 16 16 Ever wonder what the Car Advice Hour is all about? trailer 715ea631-e8ed-4486-9cc3-2d7fe4b27d40 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a130f18e Here's a sneak peek!

]]> Here's a sneak peek!

]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2020 17:58:55 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 100 Here's a sneak peek! Here's a sneak peek! car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 15 15 Tis better to lease or buy your next car? full 2db52ea9-1d5e-44be-9f23-37194050791c https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d90dcb7 We smash a lot of myths around leasing and buying cars and what to consider...

]]> We smash a lot of myths around leasing and buying cars and what to consider...

]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 2557 We smash a lot of myths around leasing and buying cars and what to consider... We smash a lot of myths around leasing and buying cars and what to consider... car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 14 14 Myth vs Reality: Part 2 full 1cdb4b36-894e-4a64-94d4-aa2396a50462 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5ebb0a2 Lets say just say we start talking about the Godfather and the karate kid.   Then we talk myths versus reality with your car.  Would it be better to drive your truck with the tailgate down?  Would you save gas with your windows down?  

]]> Lets say just say we start talking about the Godfather and the karate kid.   Then we talk myths versus reality with your car.  Would it be better to drive your truck with the tailgate down?  Would you save gas with your windows down?  

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 2386 Lets say just say we start talking about the Godfather and the karate kid.   Then we talk myths versus reality with your car.  Would it be better to drive your truck with the tailgate down?  Would you save gas with your windows down?   Lets say just say we start talking about the Godfather and the karate kid.   Then we talk myths versus reality with your car.  Would it be better to drive your truck with the tailgate down?  Would you save gas with your windows down?   car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 10 10 Shop Talk full ef1fc29b-374f-480c-9e20-10af2e90fe41 https://share.transistor.fm/s/098b84db Rob Nestor, manager with Universal Tire & Auto, business man of the month for the city of Longwood, FL joins Mike in the studio to help you identify what makes for a good auto repair shop.

]]> Rob Nestor, manager with Universal Tire & Auto, business man of the month for the city of Longwood, FL joins Mike in the studio to help you identify what makes for a good auto repair shop.

]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 2480 Rob Nestor, manager with Universal Tire & Auto, business man of the month for the city of Longwood, FL joins Mike in the studio to help you identify what makes for a good auto repair shop. Rob Nestor, manager with Universal Tire & Auto, business man of the month for the city of Longwood, FL joins Mike in the studio to help you identify what makes for a good auto repair shop. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 13 13 Route 66 full 20ac2ba3-418f-40f9-9e15-201eef056f4c https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb635974 It's July 4th and boy do we talk about a lot - from Ray Charles to leaking A/C systems to the iconic Route 66. Happy 4th!

]]> It's July 4th and boy do we talk about a lot - from Ray Charles to leaking A/C systems to the iconic Route 66. Happy 4th!

]]> Mon, 06 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 2510 It's July 4th and boy do we talk about a lot - from Ray Charles to leaking A/C systems to the iconic Route 66. Happy 4th! It's July 4th and boy do we talk about a lot - from Ray Charles to leaking A/C systems to the iconic Route 66. Happy 4th! car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No 9 9 True or False - Will hand sanitizer explode in your car? full 1cce1e98-025a-4d24-9d0c-c382a25c7d87 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1e7109c We take listener questions.

]]> We take listener questions.

]]> Mon, 11 May 2020 22:00:00 -0400 Overdrive Radio Car Advice Overdrive Radio Car Advice 2476 We take listener questions. We take listener questions. car advice, car talk, radio show, talk show, consumer protection No