The Car Help Podcast

This week we discuss spring auto body maintenance with Trevor Hutcheson from Krown Rust Control. We talk about rustproofing your vehicle, including when is the best time to rustproof, which products work best, and whether or not you should rustproof a vehicle that is never winter driven. We also review the 2017 Ford Focus ST and see how this hot hatch compares to its rivals from Volkswagen and Subaru. All on this week's episode. 

This week we talk about Ontario's Drive Clean program. Eli Melnick from Start Auto Electric is joining us as our guest to discuss the detailed changes that have been made to Ontario's controversial emissions testing program. We go through each change to the program and what they mean for consumers. We also talk about the pros and cons to the program, and whether or not it should be changed further. For the second segment, Charles Cooke from Charles Cooke Law returns to discuss with us the 2017 Buick Encore. We give our review on the vehicle and more, all on this week's episode. 

This week we have Charles Cooke from Charles Cooke Law joining us on the show to discuss the recent updates to the Volkswagen diesel settlement. Volkswagen diesel owners affected by the scandel have a few different options to choose from. We go through the details of each option and weigh in on whether they are reasonable or not. Being an affected Volkswagen owner himself, Charles shares his own experience on the process and whether or not he would consider purchasing another Volkswagen again. Finally, we review the 2017 Lexus IS200t and IS350 sport sedans. Which one is best and how do they fare against rival sport sedans from European brands? Find out on this week's podcast. 

This week we talk about spring maintenance with Eli Melnick from Start Auto Electric. We talk about the different type of tires that are available, how long they last, and which ones are the best value for money. We also talk about the difference between synthetic oil and conventional oil, and which one you should use as well as how often you should change it. We discuss different rustproofing products and why rustproofing might be a good idea to consider for your vehicle. And finally, we discuss the importance of air conditioning maintenance and what's involved. All things maintenance on this week's podcast. 

This week we talk new car contracts with our guest Terry O'Keefe from OMVIC. We talk about the importance of reading and understanding the contract before you sign the deal. We discuss the components of a contract, what the rights of consumers are, and the responsibilities of the dealership. In the second segment, Shari reviews the 2017 Mazda CX-9. We also answer an email about used 3-row crossovers and which is the best one to buy on a budget. All on this week's episode. 

This week we have returning guest Charles Cooke from Charles Cooke Law joining us to talk litigation. We go through the entire process you should follow in the event of a car accident. We talk about lawsuits, how to prepare yourself, and the what you can expect. We also review the 2017 BMW Alpina B7 and answer an email about ongoing transmission problems with a Ford Focus. What should you do when you experience an ongoing problem that the dealer can't fix? What are you rights? All the answers are on this week's podcast. 

This week we have Terry O'Keefe from OMVIC joining us to talk about helping tips to follow when purchasing a used vehicle. We discuss the precautions you should take and go through the process of analyzing car ads, test driving a car, reviewing the proper documents, and talking a car for a pre-purchase inspection. We also review the 2017 Honda HR-V, and answer an email about oil consumption. How much oil is too much? Can you switch between oil types? Find out on this week's podcast. 

This week we talk Honda with Chuck Via from Number 7 Honda. We talk about upcoming Honda models such as the Clarity Electric and Hybrid, 2018 Odyssey minivan, and even the 2018 Civic Type-R and Accord! Chuck gives us the inside scoop into the Civic Type-R and how to maximize your chance at getting one. He also shares a few details on the yet to be reveiled all-new 2018 Accord. Finally, we talk about the the redesigned Ridgeline and Civic Hatchback with a detailed review on both. It's everything Honda on this week's podcast! 

This week our friend Adi Desai from Doubleclutch Magazine is joining us as our guest to talk about Consumer Reports' top picks for 2017. We go through their choices for best crossovers, cars, and trucks, and give our opinion on each one. More generally, we also compare Consumer Reports awards to awards from other outlets and discuss which we like best. For the second half of the show, our hosts review the 2017 Subaru Outback, and answer an email about extended warranties. 

This week we talk about all of the new debuts from the 2017 Geneva Auto Show. Adi Desai from Doubleclutch.ca Magazine joins us as our guest to discuss the new cars that were unveiled at this year's auto show from the Subaru Crosstrek, to the Volvo XC60, and the Range Rover Velar. Mohamed and Shari then share their thoughts on the updated 2017 Nissan Rogue and answer an email about BMW maintenance. Should you listen to the dealership's advice on oil changes or should you perform maintenance more frequently? All that and more on this episode.