Summary:This week on the My Car Geek Hour, host Doug Wagner and car expert Jay Cassill tackle a variety of listener questions and share insights into automotive troubleshooting, maintenance, and trivia. Topics range from headlight alignment tips to diagnosing fuel delivery issues, and even a fun segment on who produces the most tires in the world! Tune in for practical advice, lighthearted banter, and a few surprises.
Key Topics Covered:- Dense Fog Advisory Update: Safety tips and current weather conditions for drivers in Iowa.
- Listener Questions:
- Diagnosing headlight alignment issues on a 2011 Ford Edge.
- Solving intermittent starting problems on a 2014 Nissan Titan.
- Resetting the anti-theft system on a 2008 Ford Taurus.
- Battery Basics: Proper procedures for jump-starting modern vehicles and common issues with dead batteries.
- Car Buying Advice: Insights into the pros and cons of Acura RDX vs. Volvo XC60, with a plug for a standout Lexus RX 350 at Cassill Motors.
- Fun Automotive Trivia: Discover who the world's largest tire producer is—it’s not who you think!
- Dealership Promotions: Highlighting Cassill Motors’ winter inspection special and the benefits of their rental car program.
Quotes of the Day:- “You might find yourself a nice dark gravel road, adjust your headlights, and enjoy the night!”
- “Who is the world’s largest tire producer? LEGO, with over 318 million tires annually!”
- “Cassill Motors—your one-stop shop for honest advice and great vehicles.”