A-1 Custom Car Care Show

Good Saturday morning! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Dustin had a break down last week... Not a mental one, a car one. Balance beads for your tires. What are they, what do they do, and how do they work? Sarah reads a couple of stories: The National Transportation Safety Board is officially recommending that all new cars and...

Happy Saturday! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah and Dustin talk state inspections. In 2019, Missouri changed requirements for state inspections . In August of 2019, Gov. Mike Parson signed Senate Bill 89 into law, which requires inspections for vehicles more than 10 years old or with more than 150,000 miles. Dustin talks abo...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Since it's a holiday weekend, Dustin shares some preparedness tips. Last weekend, Sarah went on another mini road trip. On her way home, she had to pull over because it was raining so hard. Toyota is developing a way for you to hitch a ride without a hitch . California regulators moved to requi...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive news, including: Dustin brought in a few brand new tools for a little show and tell this morning! Dustin talks about quality and how sometimes it really DOES matter. A listener asks which shop Dustin is at the most, as well as if A-1 Custom Car Care has a brake expert on their team. While Sarah was on maternity leave, s...

Dustin and Sarah talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah asks a question about nitrogen tires. Sarah also took her new vehicle on the first road trip. She visited the Walt Disney Hometown Museum in Marceline, MO. Dustin shares his Amazon list of the best items he's purchased for his vehicle. Sarah is currently working on creating an Amazon list so you can view e...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah gives an update on her little blue truck. Dustin suggests several websites for restoring older vehicles: LMC Truck and YEARONE. Dustin did an oil change on a brand new truck. Dustin gives us some insight on oil. Dustin talks about finding a good vehicle on auctions and pre-owned dealerships. W...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah finally purchased a new vehicle! She is now rolling in the 2018 Hyundai Kona. Sarah also pulled the trigger and towed home the little blue GMC truck she's been talking about for several months. Dustin was able to help her tow it home. A dear friend of Sarah's is experiencing some car trouble....

Hey there automotive fans! This weekend Dustin and Sarah answer some listener questions about: Fuel and Oil deposits and how to really treat engines for buildup. How many car & truck repossessions are happening? Why? How does this impact the used car market? Why it's important to have qualified professionals working on your car - all the time, every time. It's not worth the 'savings' to have n...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah is still in the process of looking for a new vehicle. Dustin and Sarah talk about CARFAX and how it can be helpful. Dustin also warns to not rely on the report 100%. Dustin is seeing more repowers at the shop. Cars can last much longer now. Being prepared.

Happy Fourth of July weekend! Dustin and Sarah share tips for prepping your vehicle for towing. Preventative maintenance is key this weekend so you don’t break down with a camper, boat, trailer, etc. Make sure to check these items: Drive line Engine Brakes Cooling system Air conditioning Also make sure that your vehicle can handle what its towing. Dustin and Sarah share a few more things before yo...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Dustin and Sarah are prerecording the show this morning because they are helping host a car event today. You can head to Cox South ( 1001 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO 65807) for the safety fair event! The KSGF car will be there, there will be KSGF swag, and you can hang out with Sarah and Dustin u...

Summer is here! That means that Dustin is seeing quite a few air conditioning jobs. Dustin talks about additives that are bad for your vehicle. Is there good additives for your vehicle? The short answer: yes. Dustin shares some of his favorite additives.  One of Dustin’s go to brands is BG Products . Dustin is also looking into the brand, Liqui Moly . The difference between oil additives and...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into dozens of reports of Broncos suffering “ catastrophic engine failure .” Dustin has noticed more vehicles coming into the shop that have been sitting. Sarah shares a story about a vehicle broke down on the side of the road that had th...

Here’s what Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers cover this morning: Attorney Kyle Wyatt joins us this morning. Dustin and Kyle talk about speeding tickets. Gas prices continue to soar so Kyle is thinking about a new vehicle. Currently, Kyle drives a GMC Denali. The Denali gets around 16 mpg in the city, 21 on the highway, and 17 on average. Kyle is going a road trip to Florida. Dustin gives him some tip...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah came in to record a brand new show with Dustin this morning! Sarah is currently on maternity leave and will be back at the station June 1st. While Sarah was in the hospital having her baby, her vehicle had some more trouble. She is now on the hunt for the next vehicle. The pre-purchase inspect...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: It’s time for another road trip! Sarah and Dustin talk about what to bring with you whenever you’re preparing for a road trip. Dustin includes things like: extra fluids, a good jack, and a tool kit. Sarah also includes items like a paper road map/atlas, extra bottles of water, and a good flashlight....

This week Dustin and Sarah talk about memorable repairs and how some vehicles, or issues - just stick with you! Sarah interviews several A-1 Custom Car Care techs to ask them about the repairs that have stuck with them throughout the years. Many of these repairs are also good lessons for the listeners as well. Dustin starts the show off by talking about several repairs on his mind. Darin shares a...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Ask and you shall receive! Listeners want another shop talk show. Dustin has noticed an uptick in older vehicles making their way into the shops. Some of this has to do with the recent shortages in vehicles, but a lot of it has to do with reliability. Are you wanting to restore a vehicle that’s been...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Dustin talks about what’s been happening around the shop over the last couple of weeks. The A-1 Custom team have noticed A LOT of engine repairs and maintenance. Dustin talks about some ways to relieve pressure on your engine and ways to keep your vehicle running in tip top shape. Sarah and Dustin t...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Fuel prices continue to soar. If you see an additive or an “as seen on TV” item, it’s oftentimes too good to be true. Sarah talks about the new “ etch and catch ” program through the Lebanon Police department. Lebanon Police are sponsoring a free Etch and Catch program aimed at cracking down on cata...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sarah and Ryan have decided to restore a family heirloom – a 1972 powder blue GMC truck that belongs to Ryan’s mom. The truck has been sitting for several years now. What landed the truck sitting in the field was a blown head gasket, among several other minor repairs. Since it’s been sitting, Sarah...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: Sometimes it’s important to pay a little more instead of going with the cheaper option. Oftentimes cheaper can be more expensive in the long run. Dustin talks about several vehicles that went to big name repair shops and had bigger issues after being “repaired.” A great example of this is AC fix in...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: We’ve talked a lot about catalytic converter thefts, but there’s now a few crime that you need to be aware of. Thieves are now drilling holes into gas tanks! Sarah shares a news story out of Atlanta, and then an article from Kansas City. Thieves are crawling under vehicles at night and stealing the...

Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: What exactly do want out of your vehicle? For Dustin, he needs something that can tow. For Sarah, she wants something that is safe for her little family and gets good gas mileage. Dustin was in Kansas City last week for special training. 18 other A-1 Custom Car Care staff members got to go as well....

Happy Saturday morning! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: The People’s Convoy made its way through Springfield on Monday. Sarah was out on location to film and photograph. Dustin listened to the CB chatter from the truckers. Did you hear an article on the show and are curious where we got our info? We will always link the article ri...