Podcast: The Thing About Cars

We’re just people who really geek out on cars. We like to drive cars, fix them, and admire them. We’re here to have as much fun as we legally can with other car enthusiasts. Come along for the ride.

It’s A Mystery

The gang tries to identify a mysterious blue powder accumulating on a friend’s car, and fails. Perhaps you can help us? See The Thing About Cars’ Blog for pics and more info. This episode, we tackle listener questions: Tim’s question about Ford gives Beka a visceral reaction. We talk about determining if you need a … Read more

Beka Needs an Exorcist

This week, the gang talks about telemarketers selling extended warranties. (And why extended warranties may or may not be worth it.) Mickey slips a mental gear. Beka says her Jeep is exhibiting some ominous symptoms. Dawn says she loves test-driving cars. Have you ever heard of putting extra borax in your oil? And why is … Read more

Class of 2021

Ladies and Gentlemen, we present the Class of 2021! We discuss two members in particular: the Mustang Mach-E and the Tesla Cybertruck. Also, Android Auto now for motorcycles; the big Ford countdown; and Grand Trivia Auto! Do you have a question that you think would be good for trivia? Submit it to us! We welcome … Read more

This Is Why We Don’t Do Musicals

Mickey starts us off with listener suggestions for TTAC television segments. Ben tell us about the latest Lotus restoration setback. The gang makes a shameless plug for the Atlanta Community Tool Bank. We’re all craving road-trips, and Beka geeks out about Jeeps. (Not to mention Grand Trivia Auto.) We welcome your support via Patreon and … Read more

Rich, Corinthian Leather

This week, Jessica is hiding in the wings. We say farewell to the Lincoln Town Car, and we talk about Dodge’s decision to discontinue the Journey and the Caravan. And then a Listener Question from Tim gets us into some serious trouble. We welcome your support via Patreon and your questions and feedback via our … Read more

This Sounds Like Baloney To Me

Ben wants to talk about Ford’s 2020 Bronco. Beka brings news about Ford’s recent recall. Mickey can’t remember the term “brake fade.” Then he asks, “Is keeping hand sanitizer in the car dangerous?” And Dawn asks about outfitting old cars with new tech so they can talk to new smartphones. We welcome your support via … Read more

Every Oil Leak, Even A Minor One, Is Potentially Serious

Our motley crew begins the show with a listener question about valve-cover gaskets and main seal leaks. Beka has a moment while talking about the Equus Throwback and DeLoreans both new and old. Ben wonders if COVID-19 has made driving safer or more dangerous. And we’re joined by a surprise guest all the way from … Read more