Let’s Talk Wheels

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum unpack this week’s auto headlines: a large Toyota Sienna recall, Range Rover backup-camera issues, GM’s $220M penalty for selling driver data, and Ford’s not to. They review the Toyota 4Runner Hybrid TRD Pro, the 2027 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail, and the 2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe. The episode also features classic-car Q&A, Polaris RZR updates, and a conversation with veteran roadracer Meril Moen about "living Every Guy's Dream" by returning to motorcycle racing at Italy's Mugello racetrack.

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the Toyota Corolla's 60th anniversary special edition, David Hasselhoff's Knight Rider Pontiac Trans Am going to auction, and a review of the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro i-Force Max hybrid. The episode also features NASCAR talk with Carl Benton from Polymer Dynamics, classic-car mailbag questions, practical car-care tips (like windshield razor-blading and hybrid oil advice), and community car-show stories.  #tundra #toyotatrucks Nascar  #niftee50ees #classiccar #carshow 

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum discuss Dodge teasing the returning Hellcat Charger, Hyundai recalling about 95,000 early Genesis models over a power‑seat switch fire risk, and MapQuest adding flock‑camera alerts. Jeremy also fields classic‑car questions, and the show discusses MotorTrend's 2027 Car of the Year. The show includes an in‑depth review of the Nissan Armada Pro‑4X, a roundtable with Paul Bertuccini about EV range needs and charging realities, and practical tips—from refrigerant choices for vintage A/C to buying advice on Triumph TR6s.

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birnbaum cover this week’s automotive headlines: the end of a 120-year auto show, federal moves to tackle headlight glare, and BYD’s new 3-row electric SUV that claims 405 miles of range and ultra-fast charging. The episode also includes a full review of the Ram Rebel 1500 with the returning Hemi, a deep dive into adventure motorcycles with JP Parsons, recommendations on Michelin CrossClimate 2 tires, and answers to classic car mailbag questions about dune buggies and identifying real Shelby Mustangs.    #shelby #BYD #EV #RAMRebel #Hemi #Michelin #MichelincrossClimate2 #FordMustang #ShelbyMustang #ClassicCar 

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive news, including pinching power windows (natural selection?), Nissan’s sales surge, Ram overtaking Jeep, and concerns about cars snitching on you.  The episode also features a review of the 2027 Kia Seltos, a classic-car mailbag Q&A, and an interview with Molly Blankenship from Jobs for the Future about the growing demand for skilled trades and apprenticeship pathways. #Autorecalls #nissansales #stellantis #ram #ramtrucks #jobsforthefuture #mollyblankenship #kia #2027Kiaseltos #texasmotorpressassociation #texasmotorpress #naturalselection #jeep 

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s headlines: Even MORE  rearview camera recalls, dangerous roof rack bolts on Wagoneers, and nostalgic news about possible T-top returns and two-tone trucks. Mike reviews the 2026 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition, and the hosts answer listener questions about turbochargers and Top Tier fuel. Ford’s Angela Soukokas joins to discuss dealers’ Global Food Drive and community support efforts. Tune in for classic-car mailbag segments, trivia, and practical service tips in this episode of Let’s Talk Wheels.    #ford #Jeep #Nissan #nissanz #texasmotorpressassociation #classiccar #F150 

On this episode of Let’s Talk Wheels, Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover major automotive headlines — GM restoring Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, digital oil gauges replacing dipsticks, VW’s 210,000‑vehicle SUV recall, and new towing/payload specs for 2027 GM trucks. They review the redesigned Subaru Outback, discuss AM radio and a proposed requirement for radios in cars, answer classic‑car trivia, and explain why VW‑based dune buggies vary so much in price and authenticity. Plus, GM safety engineer Suzanne Johansson joins to mark Child Passenger Safety Week with practical car‑seat advice.

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s top automotive stories: JD Power’s infotainment quality findings, Volvo’s car-to-car safety alerts, Mitsubishi’s rearview camera recall, and a review of the 2026 Chevy Equinox. They also interview Ford’s F-150 brand manager about 2027 updates and hear from Hyundai Hope on Wheels about raising $300M for pediatric cancer research.

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the latest auto news: Mitsubishi’s new U.S. truck, a deadly counterfeit-airbag crisis, unexplained sunroof shattering, Honda and Nissan software collaboration, and Jay Leno’s classic-car bill update. Jeremy reviews the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X (AEV edition), and they close with a classic-car mailbag answering viewer questions about buying classics, smoking’s impact on a car's value, and buying cars sight unseen.

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive topics: California’s new tire rolling-resistance rules, the danger of counterfeit airbags, and the news that Days of Thunder is getting a sequel. They also review the 2026 Kia Sorento and visit top shop CJ Sounds to discuss modern infotainment upgrades for classic cars and answer listener questions in the classic car mailbag.