Season 2023
Consumer Report's Alex Knizek is talking about Hybrids EVs and Full E…
Consumers look to Consumer Reports for buying information on a variety of things, and we like to talk with the automotive group. In this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we get a chance to visit with Alex Knizek …
We are talking 'EVs' with Buzz Smith, the EV-angelist and it is This …
Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, it is our favorite EV guy - Richard 'Buzz' Smith, the EV-angelist. As his name indicates, Buzz is a big advocate of EVs, working with facts and logic to …
Mov'n vehicles across the state, across the country - we learn how. …
There comes a time when a lot of us have to move - like move across the state, across the country or wherever. Sometimes, we can drive all our vehicles, so we need a transport company....who? where? Then there is …
Naperville High rolls south to the Texas Mile!
We start this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk with our guest, Greg Ditch, who is at the Texas Mile with his High School Auto Class. They left Napperville, Illinois, with their shop built S-10, intending on running at …
Extended Warranties, timing belts vs. timing chains, and some upcomin…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we talk about some extended warranty aspects, look at who is still using timing chains vs. timing belts, and we talk about some upcoming events....all the while 'piddling' with some ...
Auto Journalist Jack Nerad is here, and we have 'This Week In Auto Hi…
Writers are writers, no mater the subject, but it does seem that some are better than others. Noted author Jack Nerad is a writer, working on books as well as articles for a variety of publications. Jack is also host …
Shop Talk with the In Wheel Time Car Talk Crew - upcoming events, a r…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew covers a lot of 'news headlines' and some of the upcoming events where we will be. First event up is April 15, 2023 - Tailpipes & Tacos, at the …
Apex Auto Works is here talking about Pike's Peak, COTA, Mexico Racin…
Richard Tomlin is the owner/operator of Apex Auto Works, located in Alvin, Texas. Sometimes. Richard is one of these guys that is so busy, we have to wonder how he has time to do anything. In addition to being the …
Oval Racing Season kicks off - Dirty Air is here with more! We revie…
The popularity of oval racing seems to come and go...or not. In this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we talk with track announcer Rodney Rodriguez, about the upcoming season and his take on oval racing. We ask which …
North Side Mustang Car Club slows down to talk, and we have Konrad's …
Car clubs are a great way to hang with other automotive enthusiast doing automotive enthusiast things. It is always a social gathering, whether it is a competitive event or just a 'cruise'. We like to look at what other car...
The Meyers Manx, the original dune buggy is set to make a comeback as…
Born on the beach of California, the small fiberglass dune buggy was great for open air beach going or other off-roading. The original was a simple VW Beetle cut down to fit and it was so popular, seems everyone copied …
Gassers are making a comeback, but what is that? We have a review of…
The term 'gasser' seems to have some variations on definition - what is a gasser? Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, Quinn Stott joins us to help define what a gasser is - where the …
Champions Hot Rod Car Club is here! We talk Classic Car Prices
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we are speaking with Bryan Sims, President of the Champions Hot Rod Car Club. Along with monthly meetings, this club will host several car shows each year, with the Spring event …
Here comes the Texas Mile! Shannon Matus has an update and later it …
Ever want to just get out and see how fast your ride will go? No speed limits in a safe, or as safe as possible scenario? Twice a year, you can almost do that at an event called the Texas …
Not sure about an EV? We talk about what is keeping buyers back, and…
Electric Vehicles continue to secure the headlines of the automotive world, yet, even with sales trending up, it is not as much as one might expect. Joining us today is market analyst, Divya Sangam | LendingTree LLC Insurance...
Texas Nostalgia Modified Productions' Kevin Hall is here, and we have…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we learn about the Texas Nostalgia Modified Production - where the small block is king with manual 4-speed launches. No electronic help other than maybe a rev limiter set at 10K …
Don McCoy shares more from the HEMI Hideout, and it is Konrad's Car C…
Wrapping up our coverage of the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the HEMI Hideout, we are joined by Don McCoy, a long time friend. As one of the 'go to ' master of ceremonies for events at the HEMI Hideout, he …
Michael Ratcliff is talking about the all wood architecture of the HE…
While we are all about the cars, the signs, the automobile memorabilia and the sheer amount of unusual material in the HEMI Hideout, it is the building that makes it. The building makes it possible for all of this 'stuff' …
Signs and automobilia with Otto Dorris at the HEMI Hideout and it is …
What brings an Okie down to the Houston Area for the weekend? The 10th Anniversary of the HEMI Hideout of course. Otto Dorris is known as a 'sign expert' - someone that knows a lot about how the old signs …
More from the HEMI Hideout with Rodney Maris, and a review of the 202…
We continue our episodes from the the 10th Anniversary of the HEMI Hideout with Rodney Maris. Long time hot rodder, who now drives a 1955 Chevy Pro Street with a 383 stroker topped off with a pair of 4 barrels. …
The 10th Anniversary of the HEMI Hideout! We look around...
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we continue with our broadcast from the HEMI Hideout 10th Anniversary celebration. We try out some new gear and talk a walk around checking out the cars, the signs, and some …
HEMI Hideout 10th Anniversary with John Hovis and a review of the 202…
For over ten years, John Hovis has been collecting...all sorts of stuff. He started with some of the vehicles that he wanted in high school, but never could reach. Then about ten years ago, he decided to build an event …
An Illinois High School takes on the Texas Mile, and we have This Wee…
In another episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we introduced a successful auto shop program in Napperville, Illinois, led by Greg Ditch. Greg has had a lifelong passion with the automotive world, and is sharing that with any ...
High School Auto Shop failing programs? Greg Ditch says 'Not here!' …
For years we have talked about the automotive tech shortage in the work place. Dealerships have taken to providing incentives and some have even gone into the training business so they can develop their own. We think one of ...
2023 Hot Rod Tour of Texas update!
Now in it's second year, it is the Hot Rod Tour of Texas! A ride across Texas with 300 fellow auto enthusiasts for the love of 'cruzing'. Bobby and Jeremy join us with an update that includes ALL the stops …
The Grand National Roadster Show - we hear from Randy Borcherding abo…
The Pamona Fair Grounds is home of the NHRA Museum and fabled drag racing events. There is also an event that brings in some of the best of the best in automotive custom builds - The Grand National Roadster Show. …
Auto leases down while prices are up - Scott Kunes with some interest…
We hate to keep talking about COVID, but it has made such an impact on the automotive market that is still trying to level out. While car sales and supplies have been the headlines, the lease segment has been mostly …
Classic Car Sales - we take a look at Hemmings and we have a review o…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew takes a look at some of the recent car sales on Hemmings. Some deals, some steals, and some 'damn!' prices. In our Feature segment, Michael Marrs has been in …
More Car Talk and a special presentation with God's Garage!
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God's Garage Grand reopening and the 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor is in th…
For sometime now, we have been visiting with God's Garage, located in the Conroe, Texas, area. Sometimes it is hard to imagine the hardships of other people, such as not having a vehicle. No car means walking to the grocery …
2023 NHRA insights with John Baadilla, and 'Five European Cars now av…
NHRA starts the 2023 season in Florida with the GatorNationals, and the new year begins. Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk is the NHRA Sc. Marketing Manager, John Baadilla, the lucky guy that gets to …
Racing season is here, and Rodney Rodriguez has more, then it is This…
Football season is over, the Super Bowl is done and while basketball is picking up, it is also time for the racing season to roll out another year of action! The bad news is that there are less oval tracks …
Consumer Reports Top Ten Picks with Mike Quincy and the new Escalade …
In Wheel Time Car Talk has a lot of opportunities to meet and talk with car enthusiasts from all walks of life. One of our great pleasures is talking with the professionals from Consumer Reports. While their headquarters ar...
The Lone Star Street Rod Association with Jackie Hansen and it is the…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, friend of the show and Lone Star Street Rod Association Board Member, Jackie Hansen join us. In 2022, we traveled to Granbury, Texas, to be part of the LSSRA State Run …
From the West Coast, Jack Nerad is here with state of the auto world.
Long time automotive Jack Nerad has become one of our favorite quests. Not only does he have a lot of automotive knowledge and experience, but he has a sense of humor. Jack lives on the West Coast, so he sees …
Vinnie joins us from Muscle Cars of Texas and we look at 'Five Elvis …
We first met Vinnie Tortorella down in Galveston, Texas, where he was showing one of his cars, as well as a customer car. Vinnie was setup right next to our remote studio broadcast booth, and we stared at his display …
Micheal Wooding explains Auto Appraisals and it is This Week In Auto …
There are a lot of 'things' that effect the value of our vehicles. Along with normal wear and tear, there is that little old absent minded driver that you meet in the middle of an intersection rather unexpectedly. When that...
Differences between ICE and EV maintenance? And a review of the 2023 …
There have bee a lot of 'talk' about the differences of maintenance on an ICE vehicle and an EV. Some of it is common sense, but some of it is very unique to each one. One difference that is seldom …
Apex Auto Works, SCCA, Pikes' Peak - yep', Richard Tomlin is here!
Friend of the show, Richard Tomlin is a busy man! Not only is the the driving force behind Apex Auto Works located in Alvin, Texas, he is also the Regional Executive for the Sports Car Club of America - SCCA. …
Sold on Hemmings, the Events Calendar, Recalls, and the Right to Repa…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew goes over some of the recent vehicle sales of older vehicles, maybe some of the next generation of collector cars, and we cover some recalls. One particular story we …
It is tax season, and we have breaking info on your possible EV tax c…
Like most people, we are 'learning' about EVs - how they work, how they charge, and how to maintain. One thing we don't think of often is the 'tax' credit that is still being quietly offered by the OEMs and …
In the New Car Showroom, it is the 2023 Infiniti QX60 Sensory AWD!
Long known for luxury, the Infiniti brand continues to uphold that goal. Redesigned in 2022, the 2023 QX60 is part of the second generation and brings in some nice updates. Michael Marrs had the opportunity to spend some time...
Ford Falcon, Third Coast Chapter of the Falcon Club of America is her…
Growing up as an automotive enthusiast or even just finding a love for all things automotive, car clubs are a great way to participate in the sport. Car Clubs offer a chance to meet like minded people and exchange ideas. …
Safe Driving habits and knowing the rules of the Road - Sgt. Woodard,…
One of our favorite guests, he always has a smile, a little chuckle, more information than most of us want to know, and he is just fun to talk with. It is Sgt. Woodard of the Texas Department of Public …
Tuesday Test Drive - Don Armstrong rolls out in a 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel…
In the New Car Showroom, Don Armstrong finds the new 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel. The Ram Trucks team seems to never sit down and chill, so it seems right that they roll out the popular Ram Rebel 1500 into the …
Does 'Lightning' strike twice? Ford thinks so - Jason Turnbull, Ligh…
The EV evolution has shifted into high gear - ready or not. As OEMs work to find the road forward, there are a lot of innovations coming out. One of the 'biggest' is the electrification of the best selling vehicle …
Car Insurance - Hate it? Love it? We look at why it is going up and …
Almost every state in the country has a requirement that drivers have a minimum amount of automobile insurance. For most drivers, it is something we pay for but don't use...if we are good and or lucky. It is something that …
The In Wheel Time Car Talk crew talks 'car stuff'- IHRA vs. NHRA, aut…
On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew gets a chance to talk about a lot of 'car stuff' - drag racing, auto headlines, and much more. ---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time Car Talk any …
Nissan has been quiet for a while, but Kelly McComb joins us with new…
Once one of the 'big' names in U.S. automobiles, Nissan has quietly continued building some quality vehicles. Buyers continue to buy, so the updates have been slow coming. Seems Nissan is looking at things a little differen...
EVs are the rage and we have the EVangelist and a review of the GMC A…
Across the automotive landscape, EVs seem to be the rage for cars, trucks, boats, motorcycles, scooters and even bicycles. Battery power is where it is at. Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk is Richard 'Buz...