Welcome to Auto Talk With Jaz! I'm your host, Jazmine Booker. In today's episode, I want to share some advice on how people, especially women, can improve their experiences when going to auto shops, dealerships, and getting their own parts.

As someone who has been in the automotive industry for nearly 10 years, I recently had an eye-opening interaction at an auto parts store that reminded me how women are often treated disrespectfully when it comes to working on their own vehicles. The employee seemed shocked that I, as a woman, would be replacing a car battery myself. He even asked "where are the men in your family?" as if I couldn't possibly be doing this on my own.

This experience reinforced why I started this podcast in the first place - to empower women with the knowledge and confidence to take control of their auto repair and maintenance. In this episode, I'll be sharing tips on how to communicate more effectively with mechanics, what questions to ask at shops and dealerships, and how doing your own research can help you save money and avoid being taken advantage of.

I'll also give some recommendations on affordable tools and resources that everyone should keep in their vehicle. Finally, I have an exciting interview coming up with Laura Lee Schmidt of Schmidt Automotive, who has an incredible story of starting over and transforming her repair shop.

So join me as we navigate the often frustrating but ultimately empowering world of auto repair! Let's support each other and show that anyone can take charge of maintaining their vehicle.