One listener presents his case that Tom and Ray are nothing more than a pair of dummies--the wooden kind (at least they could have been made cuter). Also, how can a guy fit into a Dodge, by any means surgical; a dog-owner wonders how to take her car-sick pooch for a test-drive that won't get messy; one man's effort to remain Licenseless in Lincoln; and one way to make public transportation more entertaining.

The son of a music legend earns a spot in the "somewhat wacko but probably harmless driving technique" lexicon. Also, should Julie 'fess up to a fender bender, did Denise's impulse auto purchase doom her to misery, and why did Sarah's chicken go for a ride? Also, Mechanic Speak in Translation, and lots more.

On this week's encore episode, a Magliozzi family celebration turns into a case of Grand Theft Birthday Cake. Also, a a devoted Minivan Mom finds herself tempted by a seductive Jeep Liberty, a recent college grad wonders how fast he can drive his 1938 Dodge across country, and one caller wonders if her father's trying to tell her subtly that her driving is stinko. All this, plus the most obfuscated Puzzler ever, and more.

What's the proper way to thank a mechanic for fixing a problem in 12 seconds, and charging 25 bucks? Also, should a guy who just drove across a stream be more afraid of car damage, or his wife? And, a case of distracted braking leads to cries of "Booooogusss!" All this, some excruciating puns and more, on this week's encore edition.

The Van Man winds up being Mr. Right for Tara in Fremont, California, who now seeks guidance for a cross-continent drive. Also, a family Volvo grows ever more hilarious as it becomes ever more difficult to stop, a prank war in Wyoming gets out of hand, and can Tom and Ray solve a problem that has vexed every Honda mechanic in Kansas?

A husband seeks helps convincing his wife that a 13 year old, 212,000 mile Tahoe is the perfect ride for their Summer vacation. Also, Nunzio the Knucklescraper takes the car he's fixing for a night on the town and leaves evidence, a '93 Buick evokes fond memories of breakfast, and on Stump the Chumps, the source of a baffling noise is revealed.

Loose lugnuts have a Park Ranger checking her list of enemies, but her Dad may be the prime suspect. Also, Ray recalls a Commencement foot-in-mouth incident, a caller searches for any Old Wives Tale that'll change his friend's gas habits, and how too much refrigerant can make for a very hot Summer

Mathematicians, 4th Graders, and his own brother unite to challenge Ray on a recent Puzzler--who knew there were so many ways to get to 26? Also, a flamenco guitarist who may be one turn away from a wheel falling off, and one bouquet away from a restraining order; a forgetful husband who needs to de-stinkify his wife's Camry, and a painful lesson in clutch engagement.

A Chevy pickup owner wonders why his tuck runs well only if it's overloaded with 1500 pounds of compost. Meanwhile, a GMC Safari owner searches for the perfect gunk to avoid a transmission rebuild, a whooping Taurus becomes a good relationship tester, and would you trade a pair of busted skis for a 10-year old Jetta that won't shift?

Astronaut John Grunsfeld seeks help trying to loosen a calcified bolt from the Hubble Telescope. Also, a 1939 Cadillac Datemobile needs a power boost, a Jetta owner's devotion is tested by a series of unfortunate events, a roadtrip to Mount Rushmore gets muy expensive and we answer the question: Who is Pravo Yasda and why is he getting so many tickets?