John Paul - Car Doctor Radio Podcast

On this Mother's Day we chat with Fred Padgett of Bosch Aftermarket about car repairs, parts testing, mistakes made and why you need more than a code reader. We also talk about a little Car Doctor DIY and a review of the Kia K4 

In this episode we talk with car-guy Mike Quincy of Consumer Reports about the Top Ten Car picks for 2025. You can also find more information at:  https://www.consumerreports.org. We also review the so much improved Nissan Murano 

Have you ever wanted to buy out your lease but were not sure how. Well www.leaseend.com can help. Zander explains how it works, and fees involved. Plus we review the no apologies Nissan Frontier.  

This week we spoke with Tom Kloza independent Veteran Energy Analyst, Co-Founder of OPIS, First-in-class expert public speaker with experience over six decades. Tom always takes the complicated and makes it simple. Plus we review the Mini Cooper S and talk about home charging and the Innova thermal camera 

In this episode we talk with the president and founder of https://www.womenofwolfsburg.com/. This is an all-ladies VW/Audi/Porsche enthusiast group. We also review the Chevrolet all-electric Equinox and answer some listener questions. Check out the WOW website and buy some merchandise and support them and their charities.  

In this episode we talk with Sam Fiorani Vice President Global Vehicle Forecasting  of AutoForecast Solutions. I have known Sam for 28 years and he is a wealth of knowledge of the automotive industry. We also review the very nice Infiniti QX50 and recap my 40 years at AAA  

In this episode we talk with Keith Andreasen Tool Product Manager at Innova Electronics. We go through code readers to tablets as well as their Repair Solutions website. We also review the luxurious Range Rover Sport.   

In this interview we chatted with Jennifer about how Mazda exceeded IIHS’s rigorous 2025 criteria, particularly in the newest IIHS crash test for rear-seat occupant protection and crash avoidance technology.    Mazda’s holistic approach to safety, including its vision of achieving zero traffic fatalities in Mazda vehicles by 2040. Why Mazda views safety as a responsibility.  Plus, we review the Chevy Traverse and Hyundai Elantra hybrid --50 plus mile per gallon and fill the lines with callers.   

In this episode we talk with Rob Cerundulo dealer principle of Cycles 128 and New England Power Sports about one of his passions the Cycles Classic Cafe Museum. This is a great treat and even better itis free to visit. Go to www.cycles128.com to learn more. Also, in the episode we review the all-wheel drive Nissan Altima SV 

In this episode we talk about best new car values, best used car values Best Cars, Trucks, SUVs for 2025 - iSeeCars.com and then just chat about cars. We also talk with our listeners from near and far.   

In this episode we talk with John J. Oleary IV a researcher working on the James Melton auto Museum. James Melton was 'America's Favorite Tenor' who's acclaim as a singer was eclipsed by his passion for collecting old cars. The Melton Museum (Norwalk CT) featured 100 antique automobiles but closed when Melton moved his collection to the James Melton Autorama in Hypoluxo Florida. If you have more information to help John in his quest, send him a email or leave him a message. He can be reached at OLEARYJ42@gmail.com or (860) 805-6928. 

In this episode we talk about fleet management, electrification, and the world of cars. We also talk with our regulars (who we love) and how to stay warm on chilly days with THAW from NEBO. 

In this episode we talk with Jennifer Morrison director of vehicle safety with Mazda. Jennifer is also Communications Chair, Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) U.S. Department of Transportation. We also review the Infiniti QX60, discuss night driving glasses and have no idea about a EFI snowblower that goes through fuel pumps, but I will learn. 

In this episode we talk with John Vincent of US News about the best cars for the money for 2025. We also review the Kia Niro HEV (hybrid). A follow up on my challenge to repair my wife's VW. Great success with WORX tools and a giveaway of the Sparq AI diagnostic tool 

In this episode we talk with Daniel Nieh and Codrin Cobzaru co-founders of SPARQ Diagnostics a AI based diagnostic tool. Right now you can get this tool for the price of just shipping and handling ($20). Go to joinsparq.com. Also we review the very nice 2025 Ford Explorer. 

In this episode we talk with rally driver and instructor for https://teamoneil.com/ about winter driving. We also answered a few car questions from our listener family. 

We are talking with Jim Sennett Manager of Repair Programs at AAA about an exciting new program with AAA & NAPA AutoTech. This a new Mentorship Program for Aspiring Auto Repair Technicians 

In this program we talk about a new diagnostic tool from SPARQ talk with our listener family and for our podcast listeners only you have a chance to win a Gyraline. Gyraline allows you to do wheel alignments at home with only a iPhone and the Gyraline app and fixture. 

Thanks to all of our guests, our audience all of which I appreciate. In this episode we go over the www.wheelstv.com Previous Owned Vehicle award, chat with our listener family give away a Gyraline 

In this episode we talk with Sam Henao creator of the Gyraline. A simple and inexpensive tool to check and adjust wheel alignment. For a little more than the price of a typical 4-wheel alignment you can check it yourself. We also go over some submitted questions and review the NEBO Assist 1000XP Jump Pack. Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah