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The first Auto Correct broadcast 365 days before this episode - on September 13th, 2018
We take calls on quick disconnect oil pans, power steering, shifting a manual vehicle, off gas from dashboards, and fuel pumps. Plus some 'atta girls!
Recalls for the week: 2019 BMW i3, i8: the electric motor electronics module needs to be replaced; 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan: The brake lights may not be bright enough – there’s a software update available; 2018-2019 McLaren Senna: Dealers needs to reroute the engine harness; 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 Pickups: tailgate latch needs to be repaired; 3.5 Million 2014-2018 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and Pickup Trucks: the electronic brake control module needs to be reprogramed; 2018 Chevrolet Malibu: the engine control module software needs to be reprogramed; 2020 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse: The right-hand frame rail in the engine compartment may be cracked, reducing crash performance and increasing the risk of an injury. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the SUV for free.
You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s website: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and inputting your VIN number.
Consumer Reports has a list of vehicles that have a record of much-worse-than-average overall reliability based on subscriber responses to their Annual Auto Survey. Today, we’re going to caution you about: Dodge Journey model years: 2009. The worst problem is the breaks.
Please consider reading up on the reliability of this car before purchasing it as a used car, suggests Consumer Reports. https://www.consumerreports.org/used-cars/used-cars-to-avoid-buying/ https://www.carcomplaints.com/ is another resource for unreliable car lists.
If you’re interested in reviews of new cars Casey Williams is the automotive correspondent for WFYI, a public radio station in Indianapolis. He has reviewed cars and covered the auto industry for 25 years. He recently reviewed 2019 Ford Ranger and 2019 Ford Shelby GT350.
https://www.wfyi.org/news/authors/casey-williams
Auto Correct Appearances Coming up:
The 10th Annual View the Cruise in downtown Gulfport MS
o Off-site parking
o Free-shuttle service provided by CTA
Saturday, October 5
o Cardboard Cruiser Parade on Saturday
o Live music in Fishbone Alley
The Big Saturday Night Concert
Sunday, October 6 (Auto Correct will have a tent)
o Cruisers descend into downtown Gulfport for the View the Cruise
o 5 stages of local music
RENAISSANCE EURO FEST: CLASSIC EUROPEAN AUTO AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW October 11th and 12th, 2019 in Ridgeland MS.
Friday: Exhibitor parade to Renaissance.
Saturday (Auto Correct will have a tent): 9am judging begins, Allison's "Ladies Under The Hood" car clinic, 5pm show concludes.
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Auto Correct | Gas Stations
48:15|The meaning of GAS STATION is a retail station for servicing motor vehicles especially with gasoline and oil —called also service station. For more information on gas stations: https://www.google.com/search+about+gas+stationsEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Before You Pump Gas, Look For These Signs Of A Card SkimmerAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Toyota GR Corolla | Short TakeAuto Correct | Rental Vehicles
47:22|A flood vehicle, or flood-damaged car, is a vehicle that has been partially or fully submerged in water, leading to significant and potentially hidden damage to its body, engine, and electronics. These vehicles often receive a "salvage" or "flood" title, which should be disclosed by sellers.A rental vehicle is a car, truck, van, or other automobile that is hired out to a customer for a short period, such as a day, week, or even months, without the customer taking ownership of the vehicle. The renter pays a fee for the temporary use of the vehicle and is responsible for its condition and adherence to the rental terms, which may include insurance, mileage limits, and fuel policies. https://www.google.com/searchEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Fire at aluminum plant to hit Ford's bottom line by up to $1 billion, analyst says & Enterprise Tops J.D. Power '25 Car Rental Satisfaction SurveyAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Toyota Corolla FX | Short TakeAuto Correct | Make & Models 1st Thursdays - MINI
46:56|Mini (stylized as MINI) is a British automotive brand founded in Oxford in 1959, marketed by German multinational automotive company BMW since 2000, and used by them for a range of small cars assembled in the United Kingdom, Austria, Netherlands (until 16 February 2024), China and Germany.Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: 4 Brake Problems You Can Diagnose Just By ListeningAuto Casey: 2025 Audi A3 | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.orgAuto Correct | All Email, All Call - September 2025
47:13|Our email address for questions is auto@mpbonline.org. The phone number is 1-877-MPB-RING (1-877-672-7464).Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Can you use your phone at a red light in Mississippi? Here's what the law saysAuto Casey: 2025 Mercedes Benz E 450 All-Terrain Wagon | Short TakeAuto Correct | Cruzin' Clinton Car Show & Parade and 17th Annual Renaissance Euro Fest Classic European Auto and Motorcycle Show
49:38|Held on the third Saturday of September, Cruzin' Clinton Car Show and Parade is one of Central Mississippi's premier car shows. The annual car show welcomes car enthusiasts from all over the state of Mississippi. Vintage and classic cars parade through the city of Clinton and park for the show located in historic Olde Towne. And it all goes down, Saturday, September 21st! In with us to tell us more about it all is Main Street Clinton rep., Allison Reno & Cruzin’ Clinton Rep., & our friend, Pete Tyer!Once again for the 17th year in a row, the great automobiles and motorcycles of Europe will be coming to Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, MS for the 17th Annual Renaissance Euro Fest Classic European Auto and Motorcycle Show, Saturday, October 4th! For European auto enthusiasts, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of British, Italian, German, and many other European vehicles. View over 150+ entries manufactured in five different countries, coming from ten different states! And in with us to tell us more is Euro Fest Rep., & friend of the show, Mike Marsh!Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSAAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.orgAuto Correct | Owner's Manual 101
47:12|A car owner's manual is a vehicle-specific instructional guide that provides information on how to operate, maintain, and care for a particular car model, serving as an essential resource for any car owner to ensure safe and reliable vehicle ownership.Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Why Your Car Is More Efficient When You Drive SlowerAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Nissan Z | Short TakeAuto Correct | Make & Models 1st Thursdays - KIA
47:59|Kia Corporation was founded in May 1944 and is Korea’s oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. From humble origins making bicycles and motorcycles, Kia has grown – as part of the dynamic, global Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group – to become the world’s fifth largest vehicle manufacturer.Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Kia Just Had Its Best Month Ever: 'Another Sales Milestone'Auto Casey: 2025 Kia K4 GT Line | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.orgAuto Correct | Flood Vehicles "Hurricane Katrina @ 20"
45:39|A flood vehicle, or flood-damaged car, is a vehicle that has been partially or fully submerged in water, leading to significant and potentially hidden damage to its body, engine, and electronics. These vehicles often receive a "salvage" or "flood" title, which should be disclosed by sellers. Hurricane Katrina flooded and damaged an estimated 500,000 to 600,000 vehicles along the Gulf Coast, with about 300,000 vehicle insurance claims filed due to the storm. Efforts were made to identify and destroy these water-damaged cars, but thousands still resurfaced on the used car market, sometimes with hidden damage.Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: What Is Hydroplaning, And What Should You Do If It Happens?Auto Casey Car Review: 2026 Subaru Solterra | Short takeAuto Correct | Fuses, Breakers, & Amps, Oh My!
46:38|Car fuses are components designed to protect electrical wiring in cars and vehicles. An automotive circuit breaker is an electrical protection device designed to interrupt the flow of current in a circuit when it exceeds a predetermined level. Amp is short for ampere, which is the unit of measurement for electric current. The bigger the amp value, the more electricity is available. Your vehicle's type and size affect what model of car battery it carries and its amp rating. Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Your Car Can Protect You From Lighting, But Not For The Reasons You ThinkAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Infiniti QX80 | Short Take