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The Truth About Cars

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Like the site it’s named after, TheTruthAboutCars podcast lives up to its billing by delivering exactly that: the truth about cars. Each week Managing Editor Tim Healey is joined by different members of the colorful TTAC writing staff to cover the news of the week, discuss industry trends impacting car shoppers, and even geek out about topics like their favorite cars of the ‘90s. Plus, each week w... more

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On this week's TTAC podcast, Tim is at the new Hyundai Metaplant in Savannah, Georgia, with Dan Wang, a senior manager at Hyundai, and Miles Johnson from the Hyundai PR team. The trio talk about the future of Hyundai's EV efforts, how AI is impacting... more

Hello and welcome to The Truth About Cars podcast! I am Tim Healey, the managing editor, and this week, we talk design with Jeep's Vince Galante.

TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I explore tool cleaners and a fantastic finish at Bristol -- and I won... more

Hello and welcome to The Truth About Cars podcast! I am Tim Healey, the managing editor, and this week we discuss EV depreciation with analyst Karl Brauer. We also talk about impact wrenches and Cleetus McFarland’s efforts to join the NASCAR circuit.... more

Hey hey there! It's time for the TTAC podcast!

I am Tim Healey, the managing editor, and this week we’re in New York for the New York Auto Show. I speak with Eric Ledieu from Infiniti about the brand’s future, and TTAC contributor Matthew Guy teach... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Wang
Senior Manager of Advanced Vehicle Technology at Hyundai
Hyundai
Episode: The Future of Hyundai EVs and Where the Brand is Headed Next
Miles Johnson
Hyundai PR Team
Hyundai
Episode: The Future of Hyundai EVs and Where the Brand is Headed Next
Vince Galante
Head of Global Design for Jeep
Jeep (Stellantis)
Episode: Talking Car Design With Jeep
Eric Ledoux
Vice President of the Americas at Infiniti
Infiniti
Episode: TTAC At The 2026 New York International Auto Show
Matt DeLorenzo
Automotive journalist; author of Mercedes AMG Racebred Performance
Tightwad Garage / author
Episode: The State Of The Auto Industry, Spring 2026
Zach Doell
Vehicle testing editor
U.S. News & World Report
Episode: The 2026 Best Cars For Families
Jeff Bartlett
Managing Editor for the Car Group at Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
Episode: Why Are Destination Fees So High?
Ryan Shaughnessy
The Mustang brand manager for Ford
Ford
Episode: Talking Ford Mustang At The 2026 Chicago Auto Show
Jennifer Morand
General Manager of Chicago Auto Show and Chairwoman of the Automotive Experience Alliance
Automotive Experience Alliance
Episode: What's The Future Of Auto Shows?

Host

Tim Healey
Host of The Truth About Cars podcast, Managing Editor at TTAC

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Fun banter

    Great show! Lots of interesting guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charger 2006
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great

    Excellent pod for any car enthusiast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tchip80
    United States2 years ago

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Casual moments balance the technical talk nicely.
The mix of industry detail and racing chatter is engaging.
High-quality guests with strong expertise and data-driven discussion.
Listeners get practical takeaways plus thoughtful industry context.
Great host and guests—keeps topics varied and insightful.

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Apple Podcasts
#92
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Apple Podcasts
#153
Brazil/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#224
Japan/Leisure/Automotive

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Future of Hyundai EVs and Where the Brand is Headed Next
Q: Where is Hyundai going with EVs and electrification, and how does the Metaplant fit into that plan?
Hyundai aims to offer a broad mix of ICE, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and BEV options, with a focus on localization, reduced costs, and scalable EV production at the Metaplant to support U.S. demand.
The Future of Hyundai EVs and Where the Brand is Headed Next
Q: First of all, why is it called the Metaplant?
The Metaplant name reflects a facility that transcends traditional plant boundaries by integrating vehicle assembly, battery production, seats, and other on-site manufacturing capabilities in one campus.
TTAC At The 2026 New York International Auto Show
Q: What is the plan to get Infiniti back in the radar of the luxury customer, of the Lexus customer, the Mercedes customer, that sort of thing?
The plan centers on a product renaissance with a targeted cadence of one new model per year, a focus on performance and technology, and strengthening the total ownership experience through the retail network and novel ownership moments.
The 2026 Best Cars For Families
Q: What stood out in terms of winners and finalists this year, especially regarding Hyundai?
Hyundai's broad strengths across SUVs and EVs—Tucson, Palisade, IONIQ 5, and IONIQ 9—highlighted how their quality improvements have translated into top positions in multiple family-vehicle segments.
The 2026 Best Cars For Families
Q: What methodology did US News & World Report use to determine the best cars for families in 2026?
They used safety and reliability data (IHSS/NHTSA), plus feature availability and how those features are delivered (standard vs. optional), to rank 116 new vehicles across 14 class categories.

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What is The Truth About Cars about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the discussion centers on the automotive industry with a strong emphasis on design, technology, and market dynamics. Listeners get insider perspectives on brand strategy, vehicle design constraints, and real-world testing, blended with timely analyses of depreciation, EV adoption, vehicle pricing, and major auto shows. The show frequently features data-driven insights from industry analysts and TTAC contributors, along with brand executives and journalists, creating a mix of practical consumer guidance and industry-forward thinking. A notable throughline is how policy, incentives, and evolving consumer preferences shape buying decisions, while racing culture and NASCAR often provide lighter, conversational interludes... more

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1. Dan Wang
2. Miles Johnson
3. Vince Galante
4. Eric Ledoux
5. Matt DeLorenzo
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7. Jeff Bartlett
8. Ryan Shaughnessy

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