About this episode
Big recalls, bigger opinions, and a few jaw-dropping auction results—this one moves fast. We kick off with a clear rundown of safety alerts you should actually act on: Ford’s 1.74 million-vehicle rearview camera faults, Kia seat back concerns, and Subaru fuel system warnings. You’ll hear exactly why these glitches matter on real roads, and the one step every owner should take right now to protect their family and their wallet.Then we turn the studio into a live-price arena and test our guesses against the hammer: a clean 2009 Corvette, a polarizing-yet-lovely 2006 Cadillac XLR, a modified 1956 Corvette, a Boss 302-era 2011 Mustang, a decal-wearing ’69 Chevelle, and a massive 1969 Mercury Marquis convertible. The takeaways are practical: documentation beats decals, originality still carries weight, and condition and story can lift even the forgotten full-size cruisers. If you’re shopping, selling, or just daydreaming, these real numbers will reset your expectations.Our deep dive zeroes in on the industry’s uneasy heartbeat: CEO changes, boardroom bets, and what happens when automakers look to tech and luxury sectors for leadership. We talk Toyota, Nissan, Stellantis, and Renault to show how EV timelines, labor pressure, and aggressive Chinese competition are reshaping plans. Layer in global tension pushing fuel futures up and you can see why pricing, incentives, and product cadence feel twitchy. To balance the boardroom with the grandstands, we spotlight F1’s new American flavor—Cadillac’s livery play and Ford’s Red Bull engine partnership—and how motorsport storytelling feeds brand identity right back into the showroom.We round things out with a packed Texas events calendar, from International Women’s Day meetups to small-town stampedes and charity cruise-ins. Bring the ride, meet your people, and swap real-world fixes—because the most valuable upgrade is knowledge you can use today. If you enjoyed the show, follow, rate, and share it with a friend who loves cars as much as you do. Got a hot take or a question? Drop us a note and join the conversation.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multip
