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Countless innovations have come out of the automotive industry and car companies have been quick to jump on tech trends that originated in other industries. Chrysler is no exception. In fact, they have committed to producing only electric vehicles by 2028. The All About The Car podcast team recently visited Owner Shannon Grewe at Colby Chrysler Center in Colby, WI to chat about the advancements in recent history that have increased the level of safety and comfort of our vehicles. We also learn...

Rob: Welcome to our podcast. All about the car brought to you by Schierl Tire and Service. I'm your host, Rob Hoffman an auto service specialist with over 44 years of industry experience. On the ride with me today, our regular guest Bryan Call a 40 year plus veteran of the automotive industry. Hello Bryan. Bryan: Hey Rob. Nice to be with you. Rob: And Bill Schierl, a guy that has a lot of miles behind the wheel and always has a lot of great questions. Welcome back, Bill. Bill: Thanks Rob. Glad ...

Did you know an estimated 60% of roadside breakdowns are due to tire issues? What if getting a flat was no longer something you had to worry about? What if we told you that not all tires have to be filled with air? Innovations in tire technology have made tires more reliable, even in the instance of dealing with flats. From foam inserts to self-sealing tires, tire manufacturers keep finding new and innovative ways to keep you rolling longer and safer. The first “run flat” technology was creat...

It’s a fact of life: our cars lose value over time, starting from the moment they leave the dealership. The depreciation of a car can vary but within five years, the average depreciation is around 50%. Your standard auto insurance takes that lost value, aka depreciation, into consideration when it comes to covering the cost of accidents. This can cause some unwanted issues, since for most of us the value of the car depreciates faster than we can pay it off! Imagine you get your 6-month-old ...

Car wash facilities have come a long way since the Automatic Laundry car wash was opened in Detroit in 1914! Tommy’s Express brings us into the future and many miles away from manual washes. The All About The Car podcast team visits General Manager Corey Heinz on location at Tommy’s Express in Weston, WI.           What makes Tommy’s unique? Tommy Transporter Belt – not chain driven Patented back license plate recognition Advanced water reclamation technology - 50% of water reclaimed...

Car wash facilities have come a long way since the Automatic Laundry car wash was opened in Detroit in 1914! Tommy’s Express brings us into the future and many miles away from manual washes. The All About The Car podcast team visits General Manager Corey Heinz on location at Tommy’s Express in Weston, WI. You can read the blog here and listen to the full podcast episode below.    All About The Car · Car wash technology to keep you clean with Tommy’s Express! Rob: Welcome to our podcast. All...

Tires have changed as the paths we travel on have evolved. From the first rubber bicycle tires to high end racing tires, tire manufacturers continue to invent new ways to improve modern modes of transportation. Read the blog and listen to the podcast here. Rob: Welcome to our podcast. All about the car brought to you by Scheirl Tire and Service. I'm your host, Rob Hoffman an auto service specialist with over 44 years of industry experience, Back again with me today, our regular guests, Brian C...

On this episode of All About The Car, Scott Ferguson from National Auto Parts Association (NAPA)joins us. Scott helps shed some light on what it takes to succeed as the largest parts distributor in the world and how to meet the needs of such a diverse group of customers.      He also guides us through a fun-filled trip down the Crystal River in the Chain o’ Lakes/Waupaca, WI area. Buckle up and join us for the ride!   NAPA began in Atlanta, Georgia in 1925 when Genuine Parts Company brought s...

On this episode of All About The Car, Scott Ferguson from National Auto Parts Association (NAPA) joins us. Scott helps shed some light on what it takes to succeed as the largest parts distributor in the world and how to meet the needs of such a diverse group of customers. He also guides us through a fun-filled trip down the Crystal River in the Chain o’ Lakes/Waupaca, WI area. Buckle up and join us for the ride! You can read the blog here and listen to the full podcast below.   All About The ...

Picture this: you’re walking across a parking lot toward your car on a cold winter evening. You hop into the driver’s seat, glad to get out of the cold. You insert the key in the ignition and turn...then nothing. You try again, only to be greeted with a few sputters from the starter. Yikes. So, what do you do? You could call a tow truck or give AAA a ring. Or, you can jump start your car! Not sure where to start?  Read on (and listen to the latest podcast at AllAboutTheCarPodcast.com) for tr...