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April is #NationalVolunteerMonth! To celebrate, MPB Think Radio is hosting "Volunteer Week" April 21 - 25. During the week, shows will feature special guests who will bring awareness to their organizations and share volunteering opportunities around Mississippi. Coach Charlie also discusses Push Rod vs. Overhead Valve Engines and answers your questions!Volunteer Organizations: MDOT Don't Trash Mississippi & Adopt-a-Highway Program Keep Mississippi BeautifulShepherd's Center of Greater TupeloRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: As Tesla profits plunge 71%, Elon Musk says he'll spend less time on DOGEAuto Casey: 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum Edition | Short Take Email the show: auto@mpbonline.org

What is the Undercarriage? The section of a vehicle that is underneath the main cabin of the vehicle. For trucks and automobiles, the Undercarriage contains the chassis. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Ford Motor may hike prices if Trump's auto tariffs persist, memo saysAuto Casey: 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Rally | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.org

From James Bond’s 1964 Aston Martin DB5, to the beat-up 1974 Dodge Monaco featured in The Blues Brothers, to the 1985 Modena GT Spyder California that Ferris Bueller took for a ride, these famous movie cars have influenced generations, inspired car culture, and become the stuff of every kid’s dreams. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Most Popular Cars in Every StateAuto Casey: 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E Rally | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.org

Coach Charlie Melton answers an hour of all new emails, and gives his tip of the week in this Spring 2025 episode!Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Edmunds highlights the top car-tech trends from CES 2025

Original air date: 3/28/2024With the sweltering Mississippi summer just around the corner it is of utmost importance that all vehicle owners across the state are on top of their air conditioning. But what can you do to ensure that is taken care of? Join Coach Charlie Melton as he breaks down all you need to know about your vehicle's air conditioning maintenance and how to ensure everything is in good running (and cool!) conditioning all summer long!Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Consumer Reports Says Not To Buy These Popular Cars, Offering Alternatives You Should Buy InsteadAuto Casey: 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 S review

Original Air Date: 4/4/2024Coach Charlie defines and teaches us all about lean codes and rich codes!Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Ford Is Killing The Explorer Hybrid Because Cops Are Buying All Of ThemAuto Casey: 2024 Ford F-150 Tremor | Short Take

Original Air Date: 03-07-2024The water pump pushes coolant from the radiator through the coolant system, into the engine and back around to the radiator. The heat that the coolant picked up from the engine is transferred to the air at the radiator. Without the water pump, the coolant just sits in the system.Email the show: auto@mpbonline.orgRecalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Consumer Reports Says Not To Buy These Popular Cars, Offering Alternatives You Should Buy InsteadAuto Casey: 2024 Ford F350 King Ranch | Short Take

Defensive driving is a set of skills and techniques that help drivers avoid accidents by being aware of their surroundings and reacting to potential hazards. Mississippi Safety Services is a nationally recognized Defensive Driving Course from the National Safety Council, the world's leader in safety training and education.Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Tips to Avoid Aggressive DrivingAuto Casey Car Review: 2025 Nissan Kicks SR | Short TakeEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.org

Variable valve timing (VVT) is a system that adjusts the opening and closing of a car's valves based on engine speed and load. The goal of VVT is to improve performance, fuel economy, and emissions. Recalls: Check for Recalls: Vehicle, Car Seat, Tire, Equipment | NHTSANews: Flying car draws attention at 2025 Silicon Valley Auto ShowEmail the show: auto@mpbonline.org