In this episode Jay Carrara, the senior manager of automotive training for AAA Northeast talks about batteries. Why they die, how long they can last when properly maintained and how car's electronics have changed.

In this program we talk with AAA's Jim Sennett, Manager of Automotive Programs. We talk about the AAA NAPA automotive apprenticeship program. This is a fantastic program that is no cost and helps train future technicians. We also gave away a Incontrol Crash Prevention gift certificate and spoke with David Price of Price Automotive and Louis who is listening to WATD online from Maryland. 

In this the last Sunday of 2025 we talk with Dan Strollo of www.wedriveincontrol.org. This is a crash prevention class and more importantly a closed course training program. In addition to crash prevention they offer, commercial courses and something the Car Doctor needs is a trailer backing course. 

On this the shortest day of the year, we talk with Cindy Iodice who is a film maker but also comes from a towing family. Every 6 days a tow truck driver is killed (one was her brother) helping stranded motorists and https://flagmansafety.com/ is teaching kids about roadside safety. 

For those who don't know Wayne Carini is a car restorer and TV personality who starred in Chasing Classic Cars. the program ended in 2021 but continues to air. Waye has a new book out Steering Through Life and it would make a great holiday gift. www.waynecarini.tv is where you can find it. 

In this episode we talk with Stephen Hersack Marketing Manager Alliance Consumer Group. You may know their brands NEBO, THAW, TRUE and HALO. We take some calls one from a podcast listener in Maryland. Executive producer Jesse Wilkins tells us about his meetup with his friend Chris Jericho --yea that Chris Jericho. 

In this episode we talk with Kristen Brocoff of CarMD. Check out their website (https://carmd.com/) In 2006 (when I first met Kristen) CarMD launched to empower consumers by providing not just tools but information to make better more informed decisions about vehicle health.   We also find out about executive producer @jessewilkins smoked turkey recipe. Plus we get to spend some time with our listener family.  We also used the AI feature of CarMD Connect to try to diagnose a brake issue. Give it a listen. 

All-season, all weather and winter tires what is best for you and your car. Wes Boling answers that question and more. We also talk turkey since it is the Sunday before Thanksgiving 

In this episode we talk with Peter Ciani a true car guy and longtime employee at Wheels TV. Each year experts pick their favorite used car. We also took a look at the @EZQuest dual port USB-C accessory charger and sampled an energy drink from #Mocean www.drinkmocean.energy 

In this episode we talk about Dash Cams and the VEUROID S1 4K Infinite--one good looking dash cam. We talk old time tricks for brake bleeding and more 

In this episode we talk with Paul Yovino former executive producer of the Jerry Williams show and longtime Car Doctor radio family member who has now written his second book. We also discuss stability control, tire pressure and life in general. 

In this episode we talk with David Protano Dean of Automotive Technology & Interim Dean of STEM at Massachusetts Bay Community College (www.massbay.edu) about the new certification program for students, free community college for Massachusetts residents and the various programs offered at Mass Bay. We also review the Kia K4 and very nice sedan. We chat with our listener family about cars and car repair. 

In this episode we talk with Sam Poradish - Vice President of Insights & Innovation, Repairify. ADAS is a great help with driver safety and necessary for autonomous vehicles but how do you fix it when it breaks? We also review the Lexus TX 350 AWD and talk with producer Jesse Wilkins about his podcast and live event Hometown Ghost Storys www.hometownghoststories.com  ​

In this episode we talk with Ray Shefska co-founder of Car Edge www.caredge.com We also review the ridiculously off-road capable Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO 

In this episode we talked about the First Brands bankruptcy, reviewed the ultra luxury Infiniti QX80 and told a story or two. 

In this episode (where we had some phone issues) we answered questions from the mail bag, reviewed the Ford Tremor version of the F-150 and also reviewed the Kaabo e-Scooter. Also celebrated with my co-workers the AAA Northeast Employee Service Awards and talked about the AAA Battery Service Provider Conference. 

In this episode we talk with Mark Bendlock of AAA Approved Auto Shine Auto Body We also review the very nice Genesis G80 and give away a AAA membership to a lucky listener from NH 

We spent some time with a fascinating guy, Charles Sanville who has the YouTube channel the @humblemechanic. We learn how he got where he is, what he thinks of the industry, and you don't need to be in dept to the tool truck. Plus we review the Toyota Grand Highlander, and answer so reader/listener questions. 

In this episode we talk with Justin Lunny the founder and CEO of Everrati™ - Electric Classic Cars & Restomods | Electrifying Icons Plus a review of the very well done, Hyundai Ionic 6 long range. 

In this episode a great employee story with Jake Carvalho of the all-new Mastria Hyundai of Plymouth. We also review the very nice Genesis GV 70 3.5, and my impression of the Harbor Freight ICON T-10 scan tool.