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Automotive Field Theory

Matt Fanslow
Automotive Repair
Automotive Diagnostics
Automotive Aftermarket
Napa Autotech Training
Automotive Industry
Diagnostics
Mental Health
Pico Technology
Picoscope
Autel
Pornography
Relationships
Electric Vehicles
Addiction
Relative Compression Testing
Sexual Health
Professional Wrestling
Automotive Repair Industry
Starter Motors
Game Theory

Automotive Field Theory explores the forces that shape automotive repair, including the ones measured with a meter or oscilloscope and the ones that cannot be found on a wiring diagram. Hosted by automotive diagnostic specialist, shop manager, and instructor Matt Fanslow, the podcast begins in the automotive aftermarket but rarely stays inside its traditional boundaries. Diagnostics, electricity, ... more

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Matt Fanslow returns from WORLDPAC’s STX 2026 with a greater appreciation for everything required to make a major training event happen, especially the hands-on classes. Ve... more

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For episode 250, Matt is joined by his wife, Danielle Fanslow, MSW, LGSW, LADCS, for a conversation about diagnostics...just not entirely the automotive kind.

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How much freedom should an automotive professional have to deviate from published service information?

In this episode of Automotive Field Theory, Matt Fanslow digs into t... more

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Diagnosing the Aftermarket Becomes Automotive Field Theory

Things have changed.

After years as Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z, the podcast has a new name: Automotive Fi... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Maleski
Automotive key cutting and programming expert, also a college instructor
PSK Automotive and Rosedale Technical College
Episode: Keys, Clones, and Cobra Effects with Mike Maleski [E205]
Matt Fanslow
Fellow host on the Aftermarket Radio Network and diagnostic technician
Aftermarket Radio Network
Episode: Developing Diagnostic Skills with Matt Fanslow and Shaun O'Neill [E059] - Speak Up! Effective Communication
Shaun O'Neill
Diagnostic technician and brother of Craig O'Neill
Episode: Developing Diagnostic Skills with Matt Fanslow and Shaun O'Neill [E059] - Speak Up! Effective Communication
Margaret Light
Licensed marriage and family therapist and owner of Equilibrium Therapy Services.
Equilibrium Therapy Services
Episode: Understanding Psychosis: Symptoms, Support and Stigma [E199]
John Thornton
Distinguished automotive instructor and speaker
Episode: John Thornton Part 1 [E181]
Brin Kline
Automotive expert and guest on the podcast
Episode: Auto Repair Tech Talk with Brin Kline [E167]
Lake Speed Jr.
The Motor Oil Geek and owner of Speed Diagnostics
Speed Diagnostics
Episode: Geeking Out With The Motor Oil Geek [E157]
Jorge Menchu
Owner of AES Wave and a longtime tool developer and distributor
AES Wave
Episode: What Jorge Menchu Taught Me About Diagnostics [E150]
Tanner Brandt
Guest speaker discussing political discourse and its implications on society
Episode: Can't We All Just Get Along? With Tanner Brandt [E143]

Hosts

Matt Fanslow
Host of Diagnosing the Aftermarket A To Z and related automotive podcast properties; appears across multiple shows in the network.
Matt Fonslow
Host of Diagnosing the Aftermarket A To Z; co-host across related podcast properties; noted for diagnostic expertise and shop leadership.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast. Always able to learn a couple things. Also the guests are top notch guys in the industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pereir019
    Canada3 years ago
  • Love it!

    Love the podcast! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mizzoulifer
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Show!

    This is a great show and refreshing because it addresses a lot of topics that are often overlooked especially for the automotive field!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stahuskies
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates actionable takeaways and thoughtful discussions on tooling and diagnostics.
Strong storytelling that connects technical topics to business and leadership themes.
Great podcast with top-notch guests who bring real-world industry insight.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#178
Canada/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#61
Netherlands/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#126
Norway/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#195
Mexico/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#214
Austria/Leisure/Automotive

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

7.3L Power Stroke ICP Sensor Failure and the AI Skill Atrophy Debate [E242]
Q: OK, so what do you see as the negative effects of people using artificial intelligence, especially on the diagnostic side?
The guest host argues that heavy reliance on large language models can lead to skill atrophy and a diminishing ability to access foundational knowledge, making people depend more on AI for summaries and high-level guidance rather than building and retaining core hands-on diagnostic skills.
Paper Tigers [E197]
Q: What do you think about checking egos at the door or being able to take advice, criticism, preferably constructive, especially amongst our peers or from our peers?
Fonslow expresses concern that egos often prevent professionals from giving and receiving constructive criticism, suggesting that more collaboration could be beneficial.
Music, Metal, and Shop Morale [E193]
Q: Is your shop air conditioned?
Yes, we installed AC last year and it has made a significant improvement in shop morale and productivity.
Music, Metal, and Shop Morale [E193]
Q: What are the rules in your shop for music?
There are no strict rules, but everyone listens to what they want, creating a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere.
Mailbag Episode: Exhaust Gas Analyzers, Testing Catalytic Converters, and Troubleshooting ADAS [E187]
Q: Do you have any advice for static calibrations of windshield cameras?
Ensure the target setup is correct, check the lighting conditions, and verify the target is installed as per factory service information.

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What is Automotive Field Theory about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-forward automotive show that blends hands-on diagnostic storytelling with broader discussions about economics, psychology, leadership, and systems in the repair world. Episodes frequently explore how incentives, risk, information gaps, and human behavior shape decisions in shops, from calibration quirks and tool debates to trust with customers and the long-term implications of evolving technology. A standout is the way technical problems are used as entry points to larger conversations about how the industry works, who benefits, and how to run shops more effectively. The host often weaves in real-world anecdotes, experiments, and practical takeaways, making complex topics approachable for technicians, shop owners, managers, and curio... more

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Recent guests on Automotive Field Theory include:

1. Mike Maleski
2. Matt Fanslow
3. Shaun O'Neill
4. Margaret Light
5. John Thornton
6. Brin Kline
7. Lake Speed Jr.
8. Jorge Menchu

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