Auto Correct
274 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsAuto Correct is a route to correct your problem with your automobile. Our mechanic on duty, Coach Charlie Melton, ASE Master Mechanic, retired instructor from Clinton High School’s Automotive Technology Program, will listen to the issue then determine the best way to go about solving your concern. In Mississippi, having your transportation in the shop for repair is an inconvenience few can afford. Calling in to get advice may be a valuable time saver. Discover the best type of specialist to work on your car or realize that this repair is in your wheelhouse.
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Auto Correct: Reliability
February 28, 2019 21:00 - 34.7 MBWhere can you find reliable information about car reliability? Right here! Allison Walker, The Lady Mechanic talks about reliable cars and where you can get unbiased conclusions. https://jalopnik.com/here-are-the-most-and-least-reliable-cars-according-to-1832866813/amp Here Are the Most and Least Reliable Cars According to Consumer Reports: Most Reliable: 10. Mazda CX-5 9. Lexus NX 8. Honda Fit 7. Kia Sedona 6. Mazda6 5. Toyota Prius 4. Subaru Crosstrek 3. T...
Auto Correct: Autocross
February 21, 2019 21:00 - 34.1 MBGuest Taylor George from the Mississippi Sports Car Club of America talks about autocross. Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic answering your car questions. Mississippi Region SCCA facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MSSCCA/ and website: http://www.msscca.org/ Teen Driver's Street Survival Program http://streetsurvival.org/ The primary emphasis of the Tire Rack Street Survival program is a hands-on driving experience in real-world situations. Tupelo Automobile Museum http://ww...
Auto Correct: Valentine's Gifts
February 14, 2019 21:00 - 33.6 MBYou AUTO be my Valentine! Do you need a gift idea for your sweetheart? We've got 'em and answers to some vehicle repair questions. Suggestions for gifts: Car Wash Kit, Headlight Restoration Kit, Diagnostic Scan Tool, Car Cover, Mechanics Tool Set, Jump Starter, Backup Camera, Portable Vacuum, Radar Detector, Car Detailing Recalls: 2017-2018 Porsche Panamera http://nhtsa.gov/recalls More than half a dozen automakers added another 1.5 million vehicles to the growing list of cars recalled...
Auto Correct: Car Won't Start!!!
February 07, 2019 21:00 - 33.9 MBGuest mechanic Charlie Melton from the Clinton High School Career Complex answered our listener calls about cars that wouldn't start. January recalls: 100,000 2011-14 Hyundai Sonata, 2013-14 Santa Fe Sport and 2,300 2019 Lincoln Nautilus You can find out if your vehicle has a past recall by going to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s website: https://nhtsa.gov/recalls and imputing your VIN number. Consumer Reports has a list of 108 2007-16 models that have a r...
Auto Correct: New Safety Features, Heaven Sent or Possessed by the Devil?
January 31, 2019 21:00 - 34.1 MBAdvanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) The new vehicle safety features that are offered today: are they the answer to lowering traffic accidents or will they cause accidents with bells, whistles, and driving you off the road? We talked about the wonderful ways to keep us safe when we drive but we also heard cautionary tales from drivers who were slowed down unnecessarily, had costly repair bills, and found the extra features less desirable. Fiat Chrysler recalled 2019 Ram 1500 pickups. ...
Auto Correct: Choosing A Ride
January 24, 2019 21:00 - 34.1 MBHow do you choose a vehicle to purchase? Do you buy top of the line? Are you focused on price? Do you have brand loyalty? Are you all about one specific feature? Guest Roddy Merritt (Mazda of Jackson and podcaster of The Smart Car Buyer https://www.facebook.com/Merrittproductions/) joins expert Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ to talk about selecting a car. Check your car for recalls at http://nhtsa.gov/recall Need an app to help yo...
Auto Correct: Hybrids - a little bit of this; a little bit of that
January 17, 2019 21:00 - 33.6 MBHybrids have both gas and electric engines. Is it the best of both worlds? We hear from mechanic Allison Walker who also takes any car question. Recalls this week: 2019 Lincoln Nautilus and 1.7 million Toyota vehicles for their airbags ( https://toyotanews.pressroom.toyota.com/toyota/corolla/releases/ ) Check your car for recall: http://nhtsa.gov/recalls In the News: Sahara bronze is car color of the year! and old cars are making a comback https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/201...
Auto Correct: Headlights
January 10, 2019 21:00 - 34.1 MBHeadlights: what can you do about them when they’re hazy; what you can do about them before they get hazy? Have you changed a headlamp bulb lately? We cover this and more with Allison Walker, the Lady Auto Mechanic. No recalls this week due to U. S. Government shut down https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls Cloudy headlights are caused by sun rays. Damage is noticible after 3 years. Repair with a wet sanding kit or ask an auto body shop for help. Be sure repair is sealed with protective coati...
Auto Correct: New Year's Good Driving Tips
January 03, 2019 21:00 - 34.1 MBHear some driving tips to help start your new year off safely! We also talk about car recalls (http://nthsa.gov/recall), apps to enhance your drive (let us know if you use CASTBOX ) , and car news. Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, helps out our callers with her auto knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Road Trip Games
December 20, 2018 21:00 - 33.9 MBHow do you pass the time while taking a road trip? We'll give suggestions and hear your ideas for road trip games. Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, gives assistance on automotive questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Road Trip Safety Tips
December 14, 2018 00:00 - 20.7 MBAre you driving during the holidays, if so, we've got some safety tips for your road trip. We'll discuss everything from suggestions for your car, your driver and your loved ones for a safe and wonderful holiday! Plus Allison is answering all of your auto questions. All that and more on this episode of Auto Correct. https://www.parents.com/fun/vacation/ideas/7-safety-tips-for-your-next-road-trip/ https://www.cars.com/news/recalls/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Gifts!
December 06, 2018 21:00 - 44.6 MBIf you have a car driver in your family, we've got a list of popular gifts! Car Seat Gap Filler Air Purifying Bag Car Safety Hammer, Emergency Escape Tool Baby Car Mirror Travel Blanket Floor Mats Headrest Purse Hanger Holder Hook Car Shade Heated Seat Cushion Trunk Organizer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Check Engine Light
November 29, 2018 21:00 - 33.8 MBIs your check engine light on? or should we ask HOW LONG has your check engine light been on? It may be something,; it may be nothing. Allison Walker will give you some advice about that dashboard light. Your light may look like this: or like this:
Auto Correct: What's Check Engine Light
November 29, 2018 21:00 - 33.8 MBIs your check engine light on? or should we ask HOW LONG has your check engine light been on? It may be something,; it may be nothing. Allison Walker will give you some advice about that dashboard light. Your light may look like this: or like this: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tires
November 17, 2018 03:00 - 21 MBWe're talking tires today: inflation, tread, what ya fill 'em with! Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, is our expert. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Auto Correct: Tires
November 17, 2018 03:00 - 21 MBWe're talking tires today: inflation, tread, what ya fill 'em with! Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic, is our expert. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Driving Tips
November 08, 2018 21:00 - 34.7 MBAllison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic also takes your repair questions. https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ You may be hurting your car if you don't: Be Gentle During the Break-in Period Let Your Car Warm Up Properly on Cold Days Don't Speed Shift Gears Properly Forget the Parking Break Keep the Tank Near Empty Drive with Lighter Loads
Auto Correct: Car Maintenance and Drive
October 25, 2018 20:00 - 36.5 MBAllison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic as she's known on social media, gives us tips about maintaining your car. We also take about contributing to MPB Foundation. READ YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL Car recalls: http://nhtsa.gov/recalls Options of some apps to help you maintain your car: myCarfax, AUTOsist, Drivvo, Car Minder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: Sounds
October 18, 2018 20:00 - 34.3 MBDoes your car grind? Hum? Rattle? Knock? Tick? Click? Whine? Squeal? Allison Walker, ASE certified mechanic answers auto questions about sounds plus others. https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ Is your car under recall? http://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls Have you tried Seppdometer Speed Box from the App Store? WalMart and Advace Auto Parts are teaming up. http://www.autonews.com/article/20181016/RETAIL/181019647/walmart-partners-with-advance-auto-parts Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Auto Correct: Gasoline
October 11, 2018 20:00 - 34.3 MBWhat's the difference between E10, E15, and E85 gas? From the U.S. Energy Information Administration https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=27&t=10 and Popular Mechanic https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/car-technology/a25135/guide-to-fuel/ All gasoline engine vehicles can use E10. Currently, only flex-fuel and light-duty vehicles with a model year of 2001 or newer are approved by the EPA to use E15. Flex-fuel vehicles can use any ethanol-gasoline blends up to E85. Pros • Ethanol h...
Auto Correct: Bye Bye Beetle, you're discontinued
October 04, 2018 20:00 - 34 MBThe Volkswagen Beetle will be discontinued as well as many others in the coming year. We reminisce about cars from the past and Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic" takes your current automotive questions. Car recalls https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls One way to find the price of gas near you: https://www.gasbuddy.com/ Lowstyle Expo is at North Midtown Arts Center (121 Millsaps Ave.) on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event, a “half car show, half art exhibit,” will hav...
Auto Correct: Technicians
September 20, 2018 20:00 - 19.9 MBHow do technicians become certified mechanics? Are there different kinds of technicians? We find out on this broadcast of Auto Correct! The National Institue for Automotive Service Excellence has a blue seal as its logo. To find a Blue Seal Recognized Shop near you … http://www.ase.com/Landing-Pages/Car-Owners/Find-a-Repair-Shop.aspx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auto Correct: First Show, First Cars
September 13, 2018 20:00 - 33.9 MBMichelle McAdoo, engineer; Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic; Liz Gill, host and producer. Expert Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic is also on social media: https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/ https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_auto_mechanic/ https://www.twitch.tv/theladyautomechanic We heard some great stories about first cars that Allison and Liz drove as well as our listners. Allison was able to steer our listeners toward solving their auto problems. Thank ...
Auto Correct - Promo
September 11, 2018 01:00 - 2.54 MBListen to Auto Correct on Thursdays at 10 a.m. on MPB Think Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.