Key things to know about National Road Trip Day:

• It's always the Friday before Memorial Day: This day marks the unofficial start of the summer road trip season in the United States.
• Founded in 2019: Pilot Flying J, a large travel center operator, established this day to celebrate the tradition of road trips.
• Celebrates the spirit of adventure and exploration: It encourages people to hit the open road, explore scenic routes, and make unforgettable memories.

An RV (Recreational Vehicle) is a vehicle, either self-propelled or towed, that is designed for temporary living quarters during recreational activities like camping or travel. It provides amenities like sleeping quarters, a kitchen, and other living spaces, offering a mobile home-like experience on the road. 

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A motorcycle (motorbike, bike; uni (if one-wheeled); trike (if three-wheeled); quad (if four-wheeled)) is a lightweight private 1-to-2 passenger personal motor vehicle steered by a handlebar from a saddle-style seat.

Motorcycle safety encompasses the principles and practices designed to minimize risks and dangers associated with riding a motorcycle. It involves a multifaceted approach including motorcycle design, road design, traffic rules, rider training, and the cultural attitudes of motorcyclists and other road users

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A drive shaft is a long shaft that transmits power from the transmission to the wheels in a vehicle. Universal joints (U-joints), also called Cardan joints, are flexible connections at each end of the drive shaft that allow the shaft to move up and down and at an angle with the suspension. 

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Ford Motor Company, founded by Henry Ford in 1903, revolutionized the automobile industry with its affordability and mass production techniques. The introduction of the Model T in 1908, paired with the moving assembly line in 1913, made car ownership a reality for the average American family. Ford's innovations not only transformed the automotive industry but also impacted American manufacturing and working life. Source: Google

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April is #NationalVolunteerMonth! To celebrate, MPB Think Radio is hosting "Volunteer Week" April 21 - 25. During the week, shows will feature special guests who will bring awareness to their organizations and share volunteering opportunities around Mississippi. Coach Charlie also discusses Push Rod vs. Overhead Valve Engines and answers your questions!

Volunteer Organizations:

MDOT Don't Trash Mississippi & Adopt-a-Highway Program

Keep Mississippi Beautiful

Shepherd's Center of Greater Tupelo

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What is the Undercarriage? The section of a vehicle that is underneath the main cabin of the vehicle. For trucks and automobiles, the Undercarriage contains the chassis. 

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From James Bond’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5, to the beat-up 1974 Dodge Monaco featured in The Blues Brothers, to the 1985 Modena GT Spyder California that Ferris Bueller took for a ride, these famous movie cars have influenced generations, inspired car culture, and become the stuff of every kid’s dreams. 

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Coach Charlie Melton answers an hour of all new emails, and gives his tip of the week in this Spring 2025 episode!

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Original air date: 3/28/2024

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!) conditioning all summer long!

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Original Air Date: 4/4/2024

Coach Charlie defines and teaches us all about lean codes and rich codes!

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