The Thing About Cars

Ben talks about the Atlanta British Car show, and updates us on the progress of his project Lotus. Mickey is frustrated by a recent crime. Beka manages to sneak in a Buffy the Vampire Slayer reference. And the gang discusses old cars versus new cars in accidents. As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Mickey, Becca, Ben, and Beka discuss electrical phenonmena. Mickey tells us about his adventures with his Mazda. Beka confides to us about a very emotional issue. And Becca tells us how to find cheap car parts. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening! Oh, and please fill out our survey! As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

In Japan they have Dajiban! Meanwhile in Atlanta… Mickey, Beka, and Ben once again argue over minivans. The group also laments over the rising cost of cars. Ben tells us more about the Lotus Evora. Beka introduces the idea of racing minivans, and theorizes that life is actually like a box of Cracker Jacks. Don’t forget to tip your server! Thanks for listening! Oh, and please fill out our survey! As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

This episode, Mickey, Ben, and Beka gather ‘round the campfire to tell horror stories of no more V8s or V6s. Beka regales us with a Fiero story, and a few car jokes. Ben tells the tale of how Mini saved the British Auto Industry. And Mickey confesses a story of when he wasn’t such a good driver. As always, coming to you via Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Today at Strongbox West in Atlanta, Georgia... Mickey, Beka, and Ben are once again joined by their friend Matt. Mickey explains why he is not a fan of Pull-A-Part or WD-40. The gang talks about their favorite penetrating oil, where you can find cars with trees, and discuss the effect technology has on driving. Ben teaches us how to abuse major appliances in the name of auto repair. And, is it PB or not PB? That is the question. If you would like to pose a question or offer feedback, please come find us on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

In a world where men love pedicures, Beka explains why she’s the man. Mickey, Beka, and Ben are joined by their new friend Matt, who explains why he should have his license revoked. Ben gives you a devious plan on how to stop passengers from playing with radio knobs. The gang discusses electric superchargers, leather conditioners, and subscription cars. And Matt dreams of a self-cleaning car. As always we are coming to you from Strongbox West in Atlanta! Visit us anytime on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

In a world where bad things happen, Mickey, Becca and Ben talk about the importance of knowing first aid, and being prepared in the event of an accident. Ben brings up electric superchargers and oil filters. The group discusses air filters. Mickey ponders, can you call them that? Becca wants to know more about aftermarket parts. And the gang responds to the listener question about his transmission dipstick. As always we are coming to you from Strongbox West in Atlanta! Visit us anytime on the web or Facebook. The TTAC crew would like to remind everyone to be safe on the road! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Today in the land of cars, Mickey and Ben introduce Becca, just to confuse you! She tells us a bit about herself, and reveals the strange thing that she does with shoes. The gabbers tempt fate and chat about accidents. Mickey endeavors to become more grounded. Ben attempts to answer a tough listener question. And Mickey poses the question: How much money do you want to put into something that’s been poorly designed? Also… Squeaky Chairs!! (Doesn’t this group own a can of WD40?) Don’t let Mickey confuse you! You can find us via our facebook page, or just search for @TheThingAboutCars. And you can find us at TheThingAboutCars.com. As always, we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. Stop on in! Our garage is open 24/7! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

On this episode of Lifestyles of the Poor and Unknown: Mickey, Beka, Ben, and Katie daydream of warehouses, lifts, and cars for the podcast group. Ben regales us with a Taiwanese tale of terror, and a sad sinkhole story from Kentucky. We chat about interesting garage features, and consider ways to get a lift into a garage. (Also pondering on what it is about headlamps that cause them to fog up.) As always, we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta, with the musical stylings of Gemini XIII. If you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Katie teaches us about the Rhino XT, and Mickey brings up the facebook post about the Demon Challenger. Which leads our podcasters to ponder: how fast is too fast for mail delivery? We tackle the listener question about the "gizmo that makes the door lock." We also deliberate the answer to Mickey's poll: "Should changing a tire be a part of basic car education?" Join us on facebook and tell us what YOU think the answer is. As always, we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta, with the musical stylings of Gemini XIII. If you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Today we are joined by a plethora of podcast people! Mickey, Beka, Ben, Victor, and Katie run out of chairs and discuss our automotive enthusiasm. Mickey talks about working on his Mazda, and asks for your pro-tips on aiming headlights. While we're on the topic, we reflect on how replacing headlight bulbs has changed since the good ol' days. Ben bravely refers to his significant other as "old school.” Beka confuses PVC with PCV and later poses the question, "How much is too much to pay for hard-to-get workshop manuals?" We converse about sealed power plants and disposable cars. And Mickey asks, "Why do we keep racing?" Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. If you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Mickey, Katie, and Ben gather ‘round to discuss changing headlight bulbs. Katie tells us her top picks for cars. Mickey pitches a television show. And Ben talks Tech Tips. If you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Mickey, Beka, Ben, and Misty tackle the listener question: What do you do when your car is bugging out? We also ponder the disadvantages of shared cars, older generations coping with newer cars, cars making comebacks, and a bunch of opinions on V8 motors. As always, Misty is our Audio Guru, Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. IF you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Mickey, Ben, Katrina, and Misty discuss safety when using ridesharing services. Misty poses the question: "What are the best questions to ask when buying a car?" And the most unexpected: more discussion about oil. As always, Misty is our Audio Guru, Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West in the beautiful City of Atlanta. IF you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening! Support The Thing About Cars by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-thing-about-cars

Mickey, Ben, and Katrina tackle the question of what to pack for a long road trip. Also the toughest question: What is the best road trip snack? The gang discusses Waze and Katrina asks when you should take your car to a dealer vs a local mechanic. As always, Misty is our Audio Guru, Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West. IF you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening!

Mickey spins the tale of how The Thing About Cars was conceived. Then our precocious podcast practitioners give you a glimpse into their psyche, where their love of cars somes from. Plus, Mickey complains about Atlanta traffic, and we talk in depth about his well-loved Volvo. As always, Misty is our Audio Guru, Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West. IF you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening!

We join Mickey, Beka, Ben, and Misty as they discuss car shows, and express their personal opinions about oil. Mickey attempts to answer a listener question: Can you establish an algorithm that determines how long you should keep a car? PLUS - Misty needs your help finding the right car. As always, Misty is our Audio Guru, Music is by Geminii XIII, and we're recording at Strongbox West. IF you would like the TTAC crew to tackle a question for you, please visit our facebook page. Thank you for listening!