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With a smorgasbord of paint conditions and available product , you may seem overwhelmed at times about how to ensure you’re getting it right here without wasting time or money regarding your next wax and wash. We are honored to have Mike Pennington , Meguiars Director of Global Training, Event Marketing, and Consumer Relations help us navigate car care tips to help you understand how to util...

As LS SWAPS are all the rage seen on a variety of vehicles from the Mazda RX7 to the S10 pickup to the Porsche 911 -you name it and it probably has the engine bay , of course with modifications, to drop a nicely tuned LS series engine creating that next level of unearthly like horsepower.    How does one go about a legitimate strategy installing an LS series engine , and not get it wrong?  With so...

Special Guest : Veteran World Class PinStriping Talent “Wicked Lines”  Johnny Martinez  The unique and personal message of each vehicle, or for that matter anything with wheels extends to the spirit & passion of that individual. Pinstriping became a clever way to express this spirit with creative art that has no boundaries of artistic style. * Visit his exhibition at the Murphy Aut...

With a vast array of electrical, hydraulic and vehicle system parts that can go wrong , how will you know what you officially diagnosed will both fix it and is installed correctly for the long haul? We reveal tips on how to accurately test and verify, while ensuring that your repairs go smooth -covering alternators, starters, brake system components ,turbochargers wheel bearings & more.  Nelso...

  With the recent success of CES2021 we reveal some of the new emerging automotive technology that is working quietly in your vehicle and some of the futuristic possibilities ,like Artificial Intelligence that someday could enhance your driving experience.  

Formula Drift : Matt Haugen Racing Tokyo Drifter, Entrepreneur, World Traveler, SEMA Car Builder, and USC Graduate Student are a few facets that make up the man behind Haugen Racing.  Infamous for his extravagant style and his vivid Yellow, Red, and Blue colors, Matt Haugen has made a name for himself in his short drifting career.  Matt joins Wrench Nation  http://bit.ly/30S48Iy to discuss his yea...

  With over 1 billion views and well over 3 million You Tube subscribers , we connect with Scotty Kilmer to discuss his 50 year career as a mechanic , as well as discuss his view of the automotive industry. Show intro Lincoln MKZ Water Pump Disaster :30 Moose Licking Quandary 4:07 Scotty Kilmer Interview 10:17        

Electric Vehicle Recharge Access : The Challenges Ahead It’s more than just passenger cars that are slowly transitioning towards electric vehicle platforms  — from New York to Mississippi , quiet electric transit buses are sprinting throughout municipalities across the country  !- Los Angeles will see the first Electric Fire Truck in the nation next year , while the sounds of the neighborhood garb...

The Trends that Keep the Collision Repair Industry Up at Night  So many of the gadgets we use in our home , like GOOGLE NEST products that learn our behaviors -so does it go for the automobile .  MS&AD, the fifth largest property and casualty insurer globally, will use artificial intelligence (AI) technology from Tractable to analyze photos of vehicle damage on auto insurance claims in Japan,...

The Art & Style of the Vintage Pinup : Mitzi Valenzuela.   While the sexy and sultry pinup exudes an era surrounding WW2 , history proves the pinup has been around for a lot longer than we think. With the development of high speed printing and distribution the pinup calendar was a major part of not only Americana, but a world wide movement to embrace the freedom of individual style.  Mitz...

Classic Car Restoration : A Beginners Journey & Basic Tips  You’re finally at a point in life to start your very first classic vehicle restoration and you begin the journey. Whether that is a pin pricked , hand selected ,well researched CLASSIC vehicle that you have been eyeballing for years, or that hand me down that has been sitting in the driveway, somewhat neatly covered , or, in mos...

Windshield Myths & Tips  We reveal the truths & what you need to be aware of regarding CHIPS , CRACKS ,NEW SAFETY TECHNOLOGY & installation errors TO AVOID with Rey Romero of Anytime Auto Glass & Tint    https://bit.ly/2GItmSK With 30 % of insurance claims , & between 13-14 million windshields replaced every year, chances are that you will have to deal with either a chip repair...

Joe Ritz of Sports & Collector Car Center joins us as our special guest as we discuss the attention to detail and team work required to service & repair investment grade collector vehicles https://bit.ly/3lPCqUT Go Straight to Interview : 12:46 With its dedicated staff, Sports & Collector Car Center, https://bit.ly/3lPCqUT , has earned a reputation for its “old world craftsmanship comb...

Special Guest Bill Nalu of Interstate Auto Care Detroit Michigan joins us for a discussion about the trials and tribulations of operating an automotive service center during the uncertainty of COVID-19

Brake System Failures  With a great deal that could go wrong with your braking system , we reveal the top failures and how to stay proactive with simple basic checks that can keep you from over spending. We discuss the symptoms to be aware of and what you can do to inspect early on to avoid catastrophe. Brake Squeaks Dash Warning Brake Light Brake Master Cylinder Leaks and Brake Booster Failures B...

Many younger pre teen girls claiming a passion and interest in Science Technology Engineering Arts & Math ( STEAM) lose interest only a few short years later (according to a 2017 Microsoft Study) of to which poses a great challenge for industry as well as educators and the institutions promoting the sciences – including the automotive sector .   Sarah “BOGI” Lateiner pay...

During this particularly difficult time where most are still not flying to destinations across the country , many are taking advantage of the open road and hitting their favorite road trip spots while investigating new points of interest. Is your vehicle ROAD TRIP ready ? On this edition of Wrench Nation Car Talk we go deep under hood and under carriage providing some essential requirements of how...

2020 Fountain Valley Car Show We spend some time with show contributor Ken Vela of WIKD Kustoms who has connected with his first year planning one of the largest car shows in Southern California. From historic classic motor bikes , RV Trailers and vehicles to a surprise find VON Dutch Ranch truck making its first appearance in decades .    

All the Rage -2021 Ford Bronco Announcement -Will it Live Up to the Hype ? This past week brought about some pretty exciting news by way of the 2021 Ford Bronco launch. Will it live up to it’s claims & make a dent in the four wheel community , especially amongst die hard Jeep fans ? Additionally we investigate what has to be pound for pound, and dollar for dollar, the worlds cheapest EV...

  As Designers and hobbyists utilize 3D printing to create custom looks with custom colors for both standard auto parts & performance applications, the technology of producing hard to find parts is a current reality. Melanie Lang, FormAlloy Co-Founder and CEO https://bit.ly/2NyWUlK , is motivated by developing a disruptive technology that delivers the future we could have previously only...

Catch Lou Santiago on Insider Garage https://bit.ly/2CxdiRu With the passion and drive of educating many for years as the talent & host of SPIKE TV Muscle Car Garage & the popular CARFIX TV show -Lou Santiago is no stranger to the many car enthusiasts looking for tips on how to overhaul their classic muscle car or automotive build project. Check out his platform on Youtube -Insider Garage...

Louis Lee is the Producer and host of the Playing N Traffic show https://bit.ly/2An2pRD, a venture he started in 2016. He’s been in the automotive game for over 30 years and has owned and operated one of the top auto transport companies in the USA. He has transported cars for some of the hottest entertainers and top car builders in the industry. Playing N Traffic Show https://bit.ly/2An2pRD Louis...

What drives the future of a potential collector vehicle ? From the Nissan 280z to the Toyota Supra -event coordinator of Future Collector Car Show Rebecca Nguyen joins us live in studio as we navigate the next generation of classic cars . https://bit.ly/2SWw5vQ Marketing Manager and Event Coordinator ClassicCars.com  specializing in the automotive industry with a background in graphic design, phot...

Drew Alcazar celebrating 20 Years of Collector Car Auction Success As one of the most talented & dynamic car auctioneers of the industry, CEO Drew Alcazar of the famed Russo & Steele car auctions joins us today. -Along with his wife & partner , Josephine, they have created a unique, highly personal and visceral car auction experience in an intimate environment .   Drew Alcazar develope...

With an illustrious career on track behind the wheel and in recent years as a judge of Formula Drift , https://bit.ly/33817no , we sit down with Ryan Lanteigne at the 2020 Future Collector Car Show, https://bit.ly/2SWw5vQ , in Scottsdale, Arizona to discuss over 200 travel dates throughout the world judging some of the most intense drift racing of the Formula Drift series .