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Automotive Maintenance
Vehicle Maintenance
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Volkswagen
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With over 40 years of repairing cars and 27 on the radio helping you repair them, Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is an expert at everything automotive. Call us at 855-560-9900.

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Latest Episodes

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Hour 2 - October 24, 2026

Have we fallen out of love with our cars, or has owning one just become too expensive?

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, opens Hour 2 with a question worth thinking about. A customer spends nearl... more

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Hour 1 - October 24, 2026

Sometimes the best thing a mechanic can do for a customer is send them somewhere else.

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, opens this hour with a real story from his repair shop. A customer brings ... more

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Hour 2 - October 17, 2026

Winter is coming. Are you and your car ready?

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor™, tackles one of the most overlooked safety items on your vehicle: windshield wiper blades. Joining Ron is James Cro... more

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - October 17, 2026 - Hour 1

What happens when a simple brake job turns into a repair shop nightmare?

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor™, takes listeners behind the scenes of a week that went sideways. With his only technicia... more

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Recent Guests

James Croston
Senior product manager for wiper blades at PEAK
PEAK
Episode: The Mystery Rattle, the No-Start Corolla & Winter Wiper Blades
Matt Moore
Chief Insurance Operations Officer for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute
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Episode: Does Safety Equipment Make Repairing Your Car Too Expensive?
Jerry Reeves
Head of Product Management for Dayco
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Episode: What Will Your Next Oil Change Cost?
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Host of The Car Doctor
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Episode: What Will Your Next Oil Change Cost?
Tony Ingram
Vice President of Operations for Advanced Auto Parts
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Episode: There's No Shortcut to Doing It Right
Hugh Atkins
From Drew Technologies, expert on J2534 and diagnostic tooling
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Episode: Classic Car Doctor: Factory Programming Changed Auto Repair
Harlan Siegel
LaunchTech expert on professional scan tools and bi-directional controls
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Jerry Ostalecki
Uncle Jerry, Gibbs representative
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Episode: Classic Car Doctor : The Mechanic Makes the Scan Tool
Quinn Trimmer
Racing professional, guest on episode
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Episode: Which Engine Not To Buy?

Host

Ron Ananian
Host of The Car Doctor; long-time automotive repair professional with radio presence.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 321 ratings
  • Too Many Ads

    Been listening for over ten years. Ron I love ya brother but now there are more ad minutes than show minutes on the podcast. I understand everything has ads now but it’s just too much

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cygnusx12112
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ads

    Great information but way too many ads. There is close to 6 minutes of advertising in a 35 minute episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lonolsen
    United States7 months ago
  • The amount of ads on this podcast is staggering.

    By far the most assaultive ad load I have ever seen on a podcast. This show is more repetitive ads than it is actual content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hack the planet
    United States10 months ago
  • Ron’s The Man

    Been listening for over ten years. Ron is great and has great info but the ads have gotten brutal and their length keeps getting longer. It went from 2 minutes to now 5 minutes per ad break.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    cygnusx12112
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great and Informative Show, But…

    …It is a show for modern mechanics. It isn’t for an old guy with old knowledge on old cars who was a wannabe shade-tree mechanic. If you aren’t prepared to talk OBDII or the upcoming OBDIII specs and scanners along with other advanced diagnostic tools and methods, you won’t keep up.

    At least this show convinced me, without asking me to, to use a Mechanic rather than fix my car myself

    It will help younger mechanics on modern cars for sure as Ron approaches diagnostics with logic and thorough... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Capt Benjamin Sisko
    United Statesa year ago

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Many fans appreciate mentorship and knowledge-sharing that helps younger mechanics.
Ads and sponsor integrations are frequently noted as heavy, though content quality remains valued by most listeners.
Listeners praise the host for practical, no-nonsense diagnostics and approachable explanations.
The show is seen as highly informative for modern automotive troubleshooting and repair education.

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Up to My Eyeballs in Quicksand: A Mechanic's Week From Hell
Q: I have a 2012 Lexus CT200H ... and I get a loud rattle noise, an engine shake when it first starts up. Only when it's cold though, and it only lasts for about less than five seconds.
Ron recommends identifying where the sound originates during a cold start, checking the vehicle's warning-light code, and considering oil analysis before costly repairs.
Up to My Eyeballs in Quicksand: A Mechanic's Week From Hell
Q: What's your opinion about that Stiction Eliminator, and is it worth the money to put in?
Ron says he uses the product in his own older vehicle, but advises the caller to consult Hot Shot's Secret technical staff about its suitability for the Ram's diesel engine.
The Mystery Rattle, the No-Start Corolla & Winter Wiper Blades
Q: What are we looking for in a wiper blade that's going to set it apart?
James describes differences in rubber coatings, installation adapters, silicone materials that resist temperature extremes, water-repellent treatments, and winter-specific beam designs.
The Mystery Rattle, the No-Start Corolla & Winter Wiper Blades
Q: Is there a good enough?
James says people often postpone replacing blades after noticing poor performance in the rain, and recommends asking when they were last replaced instead. He says manufacturers generally recommend replacement every six to twelve months.
The Engine Oil Shortage Is Here: What Drivers Need to Know
Q: What should a car owner do to cope with oil shortages now that supply is constrained?
Stockpile cautiously by keeping a multi-month supply, but avoid overstocking beyond six to eight months; meanwhile, prioritize buying the correct viscosity and specification as per the vehicle's owner's manual and be prepared for possible price shocks.

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A practical, hands-on automotive show centered on diagnosing and repairing cars with a strong emphasis on real-world economics, maintenance planning, and troubleshooting without over-reliance on gadgets. Listeners hear a blend of call-ins, shop-floor stories, and guest experts who explain diagnostic strategies, OEM versus aftermarket parts, and long-term ownership decisions. Unique strengths include a host who operates an auto repair business while hosting on-air, a clear focus on methodical troubleshooting, and frequent guest appearances from tooling and parts professionals that translate complex concepts into actionable steps for both DIYers and shop owners.

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