Gear Related

On August 16th, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law. One of the many facets of this law includes tax credits for electric vehicles. However, there are many stipulations as to how the average consumer can get this tax credit. Ben and Heather wade through the quagmire of necessary steps to get the tax credit and what vehicles may qualify. Also, another "Right To Repair Act" update! Sort of.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

Automotive theft has skyrocketed in the U.S. in the last few months, particularly due to a viral challenge from social media. Ben and Heather discuss the "KiaTikTok Challenge" and why so many more thefts are occurring. Of course, maybe the more important part of the discussion is how you can prevent it from happening to you, especially if you own one of the affected cars.

Music and Production: Mike Muscarella

The first of many in a series that brings you inside some of the most amazing car museums from around the globe. Ben and Heather take you inside the Buffalo Transportation Pierce-Arrow Museum with an exclusive interview with the founder, James Sandoro. Listen in to this featured podcast filled with rich history surrounding one of the most amazing car manufacturers that you may never even have heard of.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

Special thanks: James Sandoro and The Buffalo Transportation Pierce-Arrow Museum and staff.

It is becoming more and more common to pay a subscription fee in conjunction with new products. Automakers are not about to miss out on a billion dollar opportunity. What are manufacturers already charging us for features and what do they plan on charging us for next? Ben and Heather discuss the car features already targeted and those slated to become subscription based services.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

Automatic and manual transmissions both have pros and cons. What are they and which one is better? Ben and Heather duke it out to determine which transmission is better. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of both and discover which style takes the crown in this automotive battle royal!

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

It's that wonderful time of the year where there is not a street in sight that doesn't seem to have some orange cones or barrels in it.  That's right, it's construction season. Ben and Heather discuss road construction and break down the how, who where, and what roads are chosen to be fixed and how you can monitor the progression.  Also, have you ever damaged your car by hitting a pothole?  The city that you live in might just owe you some money.  Find out on this podcast!

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

While a lot of auto makers have origins where you might expect, Mazda may surprise you. This Japanese car maker doesn't exactly fit the stereotypical mold of automotive beginnings. Join Ben and Heather as they take you into the past of the car maker who brought us the rotary engined sports car and the well-known sports coupe, the MX-5 Miata. Uncork em if ya got em!

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

Buying a car is not necessarily the easiest thing to do. But what about for those first time drivers? Is there a better car or more appropriate vehicle for that first time driver who is just getting started in their driving experience? Ben and Heather discuss some of the best features and possible models for that kid that is just aching to get behind the wheel.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

In this second installment of Iconic Cars, the Batmobile goes full-out tank and then American muscle. Ben and Heather discuss the "Tumbler" from Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight" trilogy and give you all the details behind its inception and design. After that, it's the latest iteration from Matt Reave's "Batman" with a Dodge Charger inspired, asphalt-chewing monster. Robert Pattinson sold separately.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella

After attending the STX Conference, Ben and Heather bring you some very interesting insights into what's happening in the industry today. Also, an in depth discussion about EV batteries, their impact on the environment and the future of recycling and manufacturing. Find out why not relying on other countries for fossil fuels may just mean relying on someone else for other reasons.

Production and Music: Mike Muscarella