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Original Air-Date:  7/13/2023 From heads-up displays to Gorilla Glass to Panoramic and wiper-less windshields, new innovative glass technologies are being used on automotives and have been taking the industry by storm.  Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:  Does Car Insurance Cover Windshield Rep...

Original Air-Date: 7/6/2024 The fuel system is made up of the fuel tank, pump, filter and injectors or carburetor, and is responsible for delivering fuel to the engine as needed. Each component must perform flawlessly to achieve expected vehicle performance and reliability. https://www.stp.com/fuel-system-fuel-additives/ We’ll learn about them, and Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Certified Master T...

Birth of a Vehicle 4-Part Series: 1.  Body Work - Pt. 1 2. The Cabin - Pt. 2 3. The Aesthetics - Pt. 3 Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:   Federal Killjoys Tell States To Stop Putting Jokes In Highway Signage Auto Casey Car Review:   2024 Ford Mustang GT Bronze Package | Short Take Hosted on A...

Car aesthetics is the overall design and form of a vehicle, including its functionality and ease of use. It can also be described as the art of capturing the "spirit" of a vehicle from an aesthetic perspective. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:   Driver’s education set to become mandatory in M...

The cabin is the heart of a car, encompassing the interior space where passengers reside. Interestingly, the term “cabin” originally referred to a private compartment on a ship, and over time, it found its way into the automotive lexicon to describe the enclosed space for passengers in a vehicle. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Ti...

Vehicle body work means the business or activity of repairing physical damage to a motor vehicle by repairing, mending, straightening, or replacing a major component part, except for the engine or transmission, in addition to the manufacturing of aforementioned parts to compose a vehicle. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equi...

The definition of an antique car varies by organization and legal purpose. Generally, an antique car is a vehicle that is at least 25–45 years old, or manufactured before World War II. However, some antique car collectors consider any car that is more than 20 years old to be an antique. A car is considered a classic in Mississippi if it's at least 25 years old. When a vehicle in Mississi...

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed and maintained in an effective, cost-efficient and environmentally sensitive manner. MDOT’s objective is to maximize taxpayer’s dollars by providing a safe, efficient multimodal network that enhances economic stability and growth. Engine p...

Car oil or engine oil leaks occur when the oil filter loosens over time or if the oil gasket isn't tightened properly. These are also known as oil filter leaks, and most of the time, tightening the filter gasket should do the trick, according to the specifications of the manufacturer. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipmen...

Original Air Date: 6/15/2023 Vehicle insurance (also known as car insurance, motor insurance, or auto insurance) is insurance for cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other road vehicles. Its primary use is to provide financial protection against physical damage or bodily injury resulting from traffic collisions and against liability that could also arise from incidents in a vehicle. Vehicle insurance m...

Suspension is the system of tires, tire air, springs, shock absorbers and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels and allows relative motion between the two. Suspension systems must support both road holding/handling and ride quality, which are at odds with each other.  Wikipedia   Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire,...

The EVAP system comprises the fuel tank, a vapor storage canister, valves, hoses, and the fuel tank gas gap.   Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:  Elon Musk’s Tesla literally saves a man’s life Auto Casey:  2024 Land Rover Defender 110 S | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

General auto repair services include preventive automobile maintenance, oil and filter changes, rotation of tires, wheel alignment, suspension and exhaust services, engine tune ups, climate control repairs, and brake service. Every vehicle is unique, and various parts can wear out at irregular intervals depending on your driving habits. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Chec...

Coach Charlie defines and teaches us all about lean codes and rich codes! Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:  Ford Is Killing The Explorer Hybrid Because Cops Are Buying All Of Them Auto Casey: 2024 Ford F-150 Tremor | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the sweltering Mississippi summer just around the corner it is of utmost importance that all vehicle owners across the state are on top of their air conditioning. But what can you do to ensure that is taken care of? Join Coach Charlie Melton as he breaks down all you need to know about your vehicle's air conditioning maintenance and how to ensure everything is in good running (and cool!) cond...

On the show, Coach Charlie answers your emails and gives his tip of the week! Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:   Texas will charge EV owners an extra $200 per year to make up for loss in gas tax revenue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original Air Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023 Inspecting any used car  and taking it for a test drive before you purchase it is important. After identifying the used car you’re interested in and running a vehicle history report to ensure there are no undisclosed issues, like accident damage or title issues, you’re ready to meet the seller, inspect the car, and ta...

The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | N...

The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | N...

Vehicle warning indicators, better known as dashboard warning lights , can be a vehicle owner's worst nightmare. From the dreaded 'check engine light' to the 'low tire pressure' indicator, these symbols let you know that something is amiss with your vehicle. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:  GM Says It...

An   automotive battery, or car battery , is a rechargeable battery that is used to start a motor vehicle. Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:  Gov. Reeves asks lawmakers to appropriate $350 million in state funds to Marshall County EV battery deal Auto Casey: 2024 Ford F350 King...

Original Air Date: 08-03-2023 Today we’re answering your Emails & Talk to Us Voice Messages to help steer you in the right direction. You can also use the Talk to Us feature on the MPB Public Media App to ask Coach a direct question! Download the app from your app store, open it, then click on the menu to the left to find the Talk to Us tab, scroll to find Auto Correct, click the mic and leave...

Today we’re answering your emails to help steer you in the right direction.  Email the show:  auto@mpbonline.org Recalls:   Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSA News:   Should cars have built-in speed limits? Some think it’s time Auto Casey Car Review:   2023 Lexus RZ 450e | Short Take Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An  exhaust system  is used to guide reaction exhaust gases away from a controlled combustion inside an engine or stove. The entire system conveys burnt gases from the engine and includes one or more  exhaust pipes . Depending on the overall system design, the exhaust gas may flow through one or more of: Cylinder head and exhaust manifold...

Maintenance is a regular service that is required for your vehicle while auto repairs are performed when your vehicle is not functioning properly. A   New Year's resolution is a tradition in which a person resolves to continue good practices, change an undesired trait or behavior, accomplish a personal goal, or otherwise improve their behavior at the beginning of a  calend...