Necessity is the mother of invention? Two 8-year olds develop an anti-wedgie deense system. Also, the correct way to use your wallet to diagnose a scary noise, the optimal speed for good gas mileage, and a concrete way to keep your teenage driver from hauling around her entire high school class?

A retired soldier enters marital Basic Training, and fhis beloved truck has failed inspection. Can Tom and Ray help him find a new ride? Also, meatloaf a la manifold, and Car Talk ruins an otherwise perfect vacation. Plus, a new Puzzler, and lots more.

A post-jumpstart electrical breakdown puts a strain on a friendship--can Tom and Ray restore harmony? Also, a 30-year obsession with tire pressure gets closure, we hope. And, has an "old-fashioned Russian" uncovered the great Oil Change Conspiracy?

A classic Car Talk listener conundrum takes on new significance. Also, a Novena for Nolina at the altar of Barsleak? And, Grandma's Olds threatens a marriage. Plus, a new Puzzler and Stump the Chumps.

The owner/resident of a Chevy van asks for help with a stalling problem, and winds up in the middle of an on-air repair project. Also, the joy of whacking your shifter, and would you like your brakes on hangers, and with or without starch?

A guilt-wracked sister asks Tom and Ray to help her fess up to her brother about his beloved truck. Also, a new Mini with a small problem--it occasionally stops moving, who owns the center console, and a retired meatman arms himself with a spray can--can any good come of that?

Two clowns try to help a third, as IRS agent/Shriner Clown "Looney" asks Tom and Ray how to double-clutch his '29 Ford. Also, a new Puzzler, and a recurring case of 40,000 mile flatulence.

Tom and Ray save a family road trip from disaster, in an unexpected way. Also, repair by Dixie cup, and how not to hurt Grandma's feelings.

A Toyota of many noises causes a sibling dispute. Find out if peace reign at Car Talk Plaza. Also, the need for men to do stupid things, and the Puzzler returns to Horsetown.

A 4-Runner of many noises causes a sibling dispute. Find out if peace reign at Car Talk Plaza. Also, the need for men to do stupid things, and the Puzzler returns to Horsetown.