With the cold season just around the corner, we share vital tips on preparing your vehicle for driving in wintry conditions, including checking and maintaining the proper tire pressure, the state of your car's battery charge, and topping off appropriate fluids. Also, we inspire a young mechanical engineering student with personal stories of how we advanced in our own automotive careers and give advice regarding future opportunities. And we welcome a special guest to the show this week, Consumer Reports' President and CEO Marta Tellado, as she shares the insights and inspiration contained in her new book, "Buyer Aware," available in stores on September 20th.

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SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - Preparing Your Car For The Winter Season

10:02 - Question: What career opportunities are available for a mechanical engineer in the automotive industry?

16:44 - Special Guest: Consumer Reports' President and CEO Marta Tellado

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Winter Driving Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLtakpDFGtU

6 Safety Sensors to Clean on Your Car

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDpdorEOeUc

Essential Winter Driving Tips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIWVRbr15ek

Prep Your Car for Winter

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3rczMZsN0g

Safe Winter Driving

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Svc0BCK8ToM

If You have to Drive in the Winter, Follow These 9 Safety Steps

https://www.consumerreports.org/winter-driving/if-you-have-to-drive-in-winter-follow-these-safety-steps-a7843645782/

What to Pack in a Car Emergency Kit for Your Holiday Road Trips

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-car-emergency-kits-for-winter-holiday-road-trips/

Buyer Aware

https://buyeraware.consumerreports.org/

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/

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