The Car Doctor Podcast

Talking vehicle safety with Jennifer Morrison, Mazda’s Director of Vehicle Safety Strategy. Plus, reviews of the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and the Chevy Traverse High Country

In this interview we chatted with Jennifer about how Mazda exceeded IIHS’s rigorous 2025 criteria, particularly in the newest IIHS crash test for rear-seat occupant protection and crash avoidance technology.   
Mazda’s holistic approach to safety, including its vision of achieving zero traffic fatalities in Mazda vehicles by 2040. Why Mazda views safety as a responsibility. 
Plus, we review the Chevy Traverse and Hyundai Elantra hybrid --50 plus mile per gallon and fill the lines with callers. 
 

Cycles 128 Cycles Classic Cafe Museum and a review of the 2025 Nissan Altima

In this episode we talk with Rob Cerundulo dealer principle of Cycles 128 and New England Power Sports about one of his passions the Cycles Classic Cafe Museum. This is a great treat and even better itis free to visit. Go to www.cycles128.com to learn more. Also, in the episode we review the all-wheel drive Nissan Altima SV 

Talking cars with Iseecars.com executive analyst Karl Brauer

In this episode we talk about best new car values, best used car values Best Cars, Trucks, SUVs for 2025 - iSeeCars.com and then just chat about cars. We also talk with our listeners from near and far. 
 

The Melton Autorama and a review of the 2025 Nissan Armada

In this episode we talk with John J. Oleary IV a researcher working on the James Melton auto Museum. James Melton was 'America's Favorite Tenor' who's acclaim as a singer was eclipsed by his passion for collecting old cars. The Melton Museum (Norwalk CT) featured 100 antique automobiles but closed when Melton moved his collection to the James Melton Autorama in Hypoluxo Florida. If you have more information to help John in his quest, send him a email or leave him a message. He can be reached at OLEARYJ42@gmail.com or (860) 805-6928. 

Fleet management with Jeff Neiman COO of Merchants Fleet

In this episode we talk about fleet management, electrification, and the world of cars. We also talk with our regulars (who we love) and how to stay warm on chilly days with THAW from NEBO. 

Preventing crashes with Automatic Emergency Braking and a review of the Infiniti QX60

In this episode we talk with Jennifer Morrison director of vehicle safety with Mazda. Jennifer is also Communications Chair, Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS) U.S. Department of Transportation. We also review the Infiniti QX60, discuss night driving glasses and have no idea about a EFI snowblower that goes through fuel pumps, but I will learn. 

John Vincent US News best 2025 cars for the Money a review of the Kia Niro HEV and a Sparq give away.

In this episode we talk with John Vincent of US News about the best cars for the money for 2025. We also review the Kia Niro HEV (hybrid). A follow up on my challenge to repair my wife's VW. Great success with WORX tools and a giveaway of the Sparq AI diagnostic tool 

SPARQ AI Diagnostics and a review of the 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum edition

In this episode we talk with Daniel Nieh and Codrin Cobzaru co-founders of SPARQ Diagnostics a AI based diagnostic tool. Right now you can get this tool for the price of just shipping and handling ($20). Go to joinsparq.com. Also we review the very nice 2025 Ford Explorer. 

Winter Driving tips with https://teamoneil.com/ Chris Komar

In this episode we talk with rally driver and instructor for https://teamoneil.com/ about winter driving. We also answered a few car questions from our listener family. 

AAA and NAPA team up to train new technicians

We are talking with Jim Sennett Manager of Repair Programs at AAA about an exciting new program with AAA & NAPA AutoTech. This a new Mentorship Program for Aspiring Auto Repair Technicians