Author: Mickey Desai

I Love That Poor, Stupid Car

Published: 1 September 2020


Bill likes hearses. Jessica helps us visit what the term “reputable dealer” means. Dawn dreams of being able to bid at Mecum or Barret Jackson. Ben informs us of a weird monthly charge scheme from BMW. Beka makes some hard decisions on what to do with her G8. We also tackle listener questions:

  • Pro-driving, or pro autonomous?
  • Why does Toyota not do a firmware update for older cars with the same equipment?
  • What’s the best car for a new-driving teen?
  • What to do for cars that have been sitting too long—how do you get a car that has been sitting too long back into running order?

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I Love That Poor, Stupid Car

Published: 1 September 2020


Bill likes hearses. Jessica helps us visit what the term “reputable dealer” means. Dawn dreams of being able to bid at Mecum or Barret Jackson. Ben informs us of a weird monthly charge scheme from BMW. Beka makes some hard decisions on what to do with her G8. We also tackle listener questions:

  • Pro-driving, or pro autonomous?
  • Why does Toyota not do a firmware update for older cars with the same equipment?
  • What’s the best car for a new-driving teen?
  • What to do for cars that have been sitting too long—how do you get a car that has been sitting too long back into running order?

We welcome your support via Patreon and your questions and feedback via our website.



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Nobody Loves Her Like Beka Does

Published: 25 August 2020


Tim talks at length about the GMA T50 Supercar. It has a big fan that has nothing to do with cooling. Therese loves old cars and tells us that Johnny Cash’s 70’s era Rolls Royce has been outfitted with a Tesla powertrain. Mickey recalls the Zombie 222 Electric ’68 Mustang. The gang addresses some listener questions, including tips to help people avoid getting ripped off at parts-stores and repair shops. Ben has a fascinating YeLotus update. And fans of The Doors may appreciate this installment of Grand Trivia Auto.

We welcome your support via Patreon and your questions and feedback via our website. TTAC records at Strongbox West, in Atlanta.



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Nobody Loves Her Like Beka Does

Published: 25 August 2020


Tim talks at length about the GMA T50 Supercar. It has a big fan that has nothing to do with cooling. Therese loves old cars and tells us that Johnny Cash’s 70’s era Rolls Royce has been outfitted with a Tesla powertrain. Mickey recalls the Zombie 222 Electric ’68 Mustang. The gang addresses some listener questions, including tips to help people avoid getting ripped off at parts-stores and repair shops. Ben has a fascinating YeLotus update. And fans of The Doors may appreciate this installment of Grand Trivia Auto.

We welcome your support via Patreon and your questions and feedback via our website. TTAC records at Strongbox West, in Atlanta.



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Blue Mystery Powder

Published: 18 August 2020

Friends, we need your help solving this mystery.  Our friend Jerry reported an accumulation of this mysterious blue powder around the doors of his 2016 Subaru Outback.  According to Jerry:

  • The blue mystery powder shows up randomly and has happened on all four fenders/doors. Normally by the front wheels.
  • It is a powder. It wipes off easily.  
  • Does not seem to be related to windshield-wiper fluid use.
  • Does not seem to be the result of an abrasion, since it wipes off and comes back.
  • The car has never been repainted.
  • The car has had a recent brake job.
  • Jerry says the only “out of the ordinary” driving he’s done lately is to go camping, and his daily drive takes him past a construction site.

Jerry says the only “out of the ordinary” driving he’s done lately is to go camping, and his daily drive now takes him past a construction site.

  • Mystery Powder
  • Mystery Powder

Do you know what the blue mystery powder is? We’d welcome your thoughts on the matter. Contact us here through the website, or on the corresponding thread on our facebook page. We’ll see you on the road!