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Let’s Talk Wheels

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum have the automotive news, reviews, interviews, and tips you’re looking for! Learn the ins and outs of the auto and power sports industry, where (and when) to spend your money, and when to save it. Listening to Let’s Talk Wheels can help your vehicle last a little longer, and you will have fun along the way!

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Pebble Beach Highlights and New Gear: Let’s Talk Wheels Weekly

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week's automotive news, including screen failures and Toyota recalls, Chevy updates, performance brakes for trucks, and a rumored new midsize truck. They review the 2027 Infiniti QX65, discuss classic racing reunions, RV buying and generator tips with Bryon Johnson, and recap Pebble Beach auction highlights and safety concerns like e-bike crashes.

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CDs, Recalls & a 795‑HP Mustang — Weekly Auto Roundup

Mike and Jeremy cover the week’s biggest automotive stories: Who still offers a CD player, major recalls for Ram seat‑belt anchors and VW backup cameras, and mounting camera software issues across brands. They review the redesigned 2026 Kia Telluride, interview Ford about the new Dark Horse SC Mustang convertible, answer classic‑car mailbag questions (Impala SS, Trailblazer SS) and debate popular…

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Mustang Mania, Disconnected Cars & Robot Factories

This episode of Let's Talk Wheels covers Mustang's surge in sales, the debate over "disconnected" cars and drivers' rights, and Hyundai's purchase of Boston Dynamics for robot production. Mike and Jeremy review the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor, speak with engine expert Carl Benton about lifter failures and Polymer Dynamics' TX-7 solution, and discuss whether swapping cars every 3 years still makes…

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Dodge Durangos, BMW Fires, and the Ford Maverick Lobo — Let's Talk Wheels Breakdown

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum discuss major recalls, Mercedes’ super-powerful powertrain, the Dodge Durango selling frenzy, the cool Ford Maverick Lobo and Ford Custom Garage packages, and the always-popular classic-car Q&A on maintenance and engines.

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Left-Lane Laws, a $1M Boss 429 & the 2026 Ford Expedition King Ranch

This episode of Let's Talk Wheels with Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum covers Montana’s left-lane courtesy law, a pristine ’69 Boss 429 Mustang that fetched over $1M, and Europe’s controversial speed-limiter tech. We review the 2026 Ford Expedition King Ranch and answer listener service questions about maintenance, tires, and toolboxes. Plus, GM’s head of global security, George Baker, discusses…

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Big Brother Behind the Wheel: Europe’s Driver-Facing Cameras Are Coming to the U.S.

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s automotive headlines: mandatory driver-facing cameras rolling out in Europe (and coming to the U.S.), major recalls from Kia and Honda, GM’s voluntary third-row seat recall, and a full review of the 2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty. Plus listener Q&A about classic cars, horsepower ratings, and whether now is the time to buy older models.…

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Ford Claims J.D. Power Crown — A Comeback Story for F-150 and Mustang

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive headlines: Ford’s J.D. Power win, a large Jaguar Land Rover airbag recall, and a new No. 1 U.S. car market. They also discuss privacy concerns around Flock license-plate cameras and answer listener service questions. The episode features a review of the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, a conversation with Automotive News writer…

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Kia Thefts, Major Recalls & the Return of the Jeep Cherokee

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive headlines: The Idiot "Kia Boys" are at it again, Toyota/Lexus/Subaru EVs are having Hyundai instrument cluster problems, and OEMs can't seem to solve electronic problems anymore! They review the all‑new 2026 Jeep Cherokee Limited and the rugged Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro, discuss affordable bare‑bones trucks from start‑ups, and share…

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Catalytic Converter Crimewave, Subaru Trail Seeker EV & Classic Car Sell Tips

This episode of Let's Talk Wheels features hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum covering a range of automotive topics: rising catalytic converter thefts, Edmunds surprising data revealing the most-driven car, new UTV street-legal rules in South Carolina, and a review of the 2026 Subaru Trail Seeker EV. They also provide practical advice for selling a classic car, answer listener mailbag…

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Let It Ride: Toyota Le Mans Win, Ferrari Glory & Massive Recalls

Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s biggest automotive stories: Toyota’s Le Mans victory, Lewis Hamilton’s first Ferrari win, and major recalls from Honda and Jeep. They also discuss Ford regaining its aluminum supply, review the 2026 Nissan Sentra, and John Fitzpatrick from GM explains their new Car Bravo certified pre-owned offering, with classic car talk sprinkled…

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Kawasaki’s Two-Stroke Comeback: The Big-Bore Revival

Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s automotive headlines: Kawasaki’s return of the big-bore two-stroke, Subaru and Hyundai recalls, and a hands-on review of Subaru’s Uncharted EV. They also explain coolant types and mixing, debate affordable 90s/2000s sleeper classics, discuss vehicle longevity and ownership trends, and share a Mazda CX-90 driving impression.

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