automotive

Brian's Mazda and Misty's Wombat

Published: 4 March 2025

Our guest Brian Phillips and his uniquely named car tells us how he turned a traffic accident into getting a nicer car with an even more unique name via some friendly dealings with a pre-loved vehicle purveyor. We ponder the longevity of cars with cylinder deactivation. Misty and Tim talk about the peculiar events of the 2023 Las Vegas F1 race; regarding rules, flagging, staffing and scheduling. The gang discusses the city of Atlanta’s Erica’s law if it could lead to less automotive mayhem on the city’s streets. We find out why it is hard to get a Tesla off a freighter in Sweden and why Coffee & Cars in Houston banned Camaros, Mustangs and Chargers (at least temporarily). Our trivia question is about the Solar Car Challenge. And Misty needs a wombat.

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Don't eat the ham and cheese in France!

Published: 25 February 2025

We’re flying without a guest or a plan in this previously un-released vintage episode. Dave is befuddled, Misty is stabby, and Tim is racy! Ben had to miss this one and it’s a damn shame because his father worked with the criminally insane and owned a pair of Alfa Romeos, both of which get mentioned in the trivia question. The shopping is fabulous in Tangent-Land! Why are we building more gas stations when EVs are on the rise? Mickey wants to see a doctor while charging an EV. We shame the French for their ham and cheese sammiches. Much rambling but it provides a look into our twisted psyches!

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Life's Too Short To Drive A Boring Car

Published: 18 February 2025

We welcome Rebecca Vollman to the table to learn all about her adventures in engineering! It’s a fascinating tale based on the idea that life’s too short to drive a boring car and she shares a lot of wisdom learned from seeing the automotive industry from the inside. Tim dials 911 for the trivia question.

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Talking EVs with Gaby Pierre at the Georgia Automotive Manufacturer's Association

Published: 13 February 2025

Mickey gets to visit a meeting of the Georgia Automotive Manufacturer’s Association (GAMA) and do some live recording on site. It was a wonderful experience. Mickey interviews Gaby Pierre, Strategy Lead and Senior Fellow of GNEM (Georgia Network for Electric Mobility), a think-tank housed at the University of Georgia focused on electric mobility and transportation innovation, research, and economic development around the state and beyond.

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Car Tech in 2025: What’s Next for the Automotive World?

Published: 19 December 2024

The automotive industry is on the brink of a technological revolution. As we approach 2025, carmakers are integrating cutting-edge innovations that promise to redefine how we drive, commute, and interact with our vehicles. From advancements in autonomous driving to futuristic connectivity features, here’s what Car Tech in 2025 might look like.

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