The top 10 most stolen vehicles list for the first half of 2025 is out — find out which models made the list, plus a rising chip shortage tied to geopolitical disputes and supply disruptions that could affect automakers.

We cover GM’s split with Allison transmissions, Ted Ryan from The Ford Heritage Vault explains Ford’s new Mustang Immersive experience, and Mike gives practical truck reviews: a hands‑on look at the Ram 2500 Rebel and the Ford F‑250 Super Duty, including towing and payload tips.

Hosted by Mike Herzing with Paul Bertuccini filling in for new dad Jeremy Birenbaum, the episode mixes automotive news, interviews, reviews, and classic car coverage.

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive stories: thieves stealing Toyotas, Ford running out of aluminum, and a 5,900‑mile Transamerica Trail mapped by Google.

The episode also reviews the 2026 Infiniti QX60, explores Transfer Flow’s truck fuel tank solutions, and offers practical towing and maintenance advice for long trips. 

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum discuss rising Jeep thefts, the average new car price surpassing $50,000, and Hyundai's large Santa Fe recall. They cover a rental car fiasco that led to a wrongful arrest, review the luxurious Infiniti QX80, answer listener car questions, and host guests from the National Technical Honor Society and TechForce to address the growing technician shortage.

The episode mixes news, a vehicle review, and interviews that highlight career pathways in technical trades, scholarship programs, and industry efforts to make technician roles appealing to the next generation.

On this episode, Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover Ford CEO Jim Farley’s warning that the industry needs 400,000 technicians, the rise in keyless car thefts, and Hagerty’s report showing Fox Body Mustang values jumping. They also discuss Ford selling production unit #3 of the Ford GT at Barrett-Jackson to support the Heritage Fleet, and Ford Historian Ted Ryan explains the Ford Heritage Vault.

Plus a hands-on review of the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV edition, practical classic-car advice for daily driving, and troubleshooting tips for sudden oil consumption issues like a faulty PCV valve.

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s automotive headlines: Kia retires the Soul, Nissan teases a returning Xterra, Ram’s Hemi boost drives sales, and Toyota issues safety recalls.

They review the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid, answer listener questions about oil use in modern Audis, and discuss smart classic buys from the 1980s.

Plus "Bench Racin" with NASCAR veteran Carl Benton on innovation, rule-pushing, and racing memories — all mixed with shop talk, reviews, and automotive banter. Lots of great memories and fun time on this weeks show! 

Join Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum as they break down automotive headlines: Ford’s runaway truck owner loyalty, new recalls from Ford and Jeep, and a practical Nissan Murano Platinum review.

Additionally, we explore engine oil problems with newer engines and solutions with Carl Benton of Polymer Dynamics (Polydyn), and answer listener questions. Buckle up for fun!

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Biernbaum dig into the dangers of counterfeit auto parts—especially aftermarket airbags and filters—cover recent recalls, and share tips to spot fakes and protect yourself. They also review the Subaru WRX TS, discuss a compact "suitcase-sized" 1.5L range-extender engine from Horse Powertrain, and answer listener questions about classic cars, maintenance, and truck picks.

The episode blends safety warnings, practical buying advice, new-technology news, and hands-on car talk to help listeners make better decisions about repairs, purchases, and performance upgrades.

On this episode of Let’s Talk Wheels: the Durango Hellcat makes a comeback but won’t be sold in states following California’s emissions rules, Toyota issues a major instrument-cluster recall affecting nearly 600,000 vehicles, and Ford unveils its new Ready, Set, Forward brand platform.

Plus: a glowing drive review of the Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve, an Acura power-steering recall, tips on why short trips harm engines, classic truck and car market trends, and listener Q&A on maintenance and buying advice.

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover a packed episode: Ram brings back the 5.7L Hemi for the 2026 1500, an EV owner is ticketed over loud simulated exhaust, and Mike tests the powerful GMC Hummer EV3X.

Will Marchand from Ford previews the F-150 Lightning STX trim and new options, while the hosts answer listener car questions on sunroof leaks, the 80% towing guideline, idling big trucks, and oil choice for high-mileage engines.

The show is packed with engine-saving information, so be sure to check it out!

Music. Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum dive into automotive news: the end of the Nissan GT-R (Godzilla), a Mitsubishi Outlander tailgate recall, and a minister caught in a 140 mph selfie scandal. They also review the 2025 Subaru Ascent, answer listener car-maintenance and classic-car questions, and spotlight a 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD off-road review.

Join the hosts for safety tips, recall advice, and practical maintenance guidance, plus stories about car culture and brand history. #TxMPA #Godzilla #NissanGTR #Classiccar