Let’s Talk Wheels
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum have the automotive news, reviews, interviews, and tips you’re looking for! Learn the ins and outs of the auto and power sports industry, where (and when) to spend your money, and when to save it. Listening to Let’s Talk Wheels can help your vehicle last a little longer, and you will have fun along the way!
Episodes
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the latest auto news: Mitsubishi’s new U.S. truck, a deadly counterfeit-airbag crisis, unexplained sunroof shattering, Honda and Nissan software collaboration, and Jay Leno’s classic-car bill update. Jeremy reviews the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X (AEV edition), and they close with a classic-car mailbag answering viewer questions about buying classics, smoking’s impact on a car...
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive topics: California’s new tire rolling-resistance rules, the danger of counterfeit airbags, and the news that Days of Thunder is getting a sequel.
They also review the 2026 Kia Sorento and visit top shop CJ Sounds to discuss modern infotainment upgrades for classic cars and answer listener questions in the classic car mailbag.
Join hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum for a fast-paced episode covering an OEM's unconventional "wack it with a hammer" diagnostic for V6 engines, another's driveshaft recall and “glue it” fix, a review of the 2026 Chevy Silverado ZR2, and a conversation with former racer Meril Moen about getting back into track days.
They also answer listener questions about Dakota batteries, widespread backup-camera recalls, an...
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week's automotive news, including screen failures and Toyota recalls, Chevy updates, performance brakes for trucks, and a rumored new midsize truck. They review the 2027 Infiniti QX65, discuss classic racing reunions, RV buying and generator tips with Bryon Johnson, and recap Pebble Beach auction highlights and safety concerns like e-bike crashes.
Mike and Jeremy cover the week’s biggest automotive stories: Who still offers a CD player, major recalls for Ram seat‑belt anchors and VW backup cameras, and mounting camera software issues across brands.
They review the redesigned 2026 Kia Telluride, interview Ford about the new Dark Horse SC Mustang convertible, answer classic‑car mailbag questions (Impala SS, Trailblazer SS) and debate popular buyer options like heated sea...
This episode of Let's Talk Wheels covers Mustang's surge in sales, the debate over "disconnected" cars and drivers' rights, and Hyundai's purchase of Boston Dynamics for robot production.
Mike and Jeremy review the 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor, speak with engine expert Carl Benton about lifter failures and Polymer Dynamics' TX-7 solution, and discuss whether swapping cars every 3 years still makes sense, plus listener questions from t...
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum discuss major recalls, Mercedes’ super-powerful powertrain, the Dodge Durango selling frenzy, the cool Ford Maverick Lobo and Ford Custom Garage packages, and the always-popular classic-car Q&A on maintenance and engines.
This episode of Let's Talk Wheels with Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum covers Montana’s left-lane courtesy law, a pristine ’69 Boss 429 Mustang that fetched over $1M, and Europe’s controversial speed-limiter tech. We review the 2026 Ford Expedition King Ranch and answer listener service questions about maintenance, tires, and toolboxes.
Plus, GM’s head of global security, George Baker, discusses Theft Prev...
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover the week’s automotive headlines: mandatory driver-facing cameras rolling out in Europe (and coming to the U.S.), major recalls from Kia and Honda, GM’s voluntary third-row seat recall, and a full review of the 2026 Ford F-350 Super Duty. Plus listener Q&A about classic cars, horsepower ratings, and whether now is the time to buy older models. Automotive News’ Larry...
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive headlines: Ford’s J.D. Power win, a large Jaguar Land Rover airbag recall, and a new No. 1 U.S. car market. They also discuss privacy concerns around Flock license-plate cameras and answer listener service questions.
The episode features a review of the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, a conversation with Automotive News writer Larry Vellequette about...
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s top automotive headlines: The Idiot "Kia Boys" are at it again, Toyota/Lexus/Subaru EVs are having Hyundai instrument cluster problems, and OEMs can't seem to solve electronic problems anymore!
They review the all‑new 2026 Jeep Cherokee Limited and the rugged Hyundai Palisade XRT Pro, discuss affordable bare‑bones trucks from start‑ups, and share their picks for budget...
This episode of Let's Talk Wheels features hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum covering a range of automotive topics: rising catalytic converter thefts, Edmunds surprising data revealing the most-driven car, new UTV street-legal rules in South Carolina, and a review of the 2026 Subaru Trail Seeker EV. They also provide practical advice for selling a classic car, answer listener mailbag questions on oxygen sensors, marketplace s...
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s biggest automotive stories: Toyota’s Le Mans victory, Lewis Hamilton’s first Ferrari win, and major recalls from Honda and Jeep.
They also discuss Ford regaining its aluminum supply, review the 2026 Nissan Sentra, and John Fitzpatrick from GM explains their new Car Bravo certified pre-owned offering, with classic car talk sprinkled throughout the episode.
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week’s automotive headlines: Kawasaki’s return of the big-bore two-stroke, Subaru and Hyundai recalls, and a hands-on review of Subaru’s Uncharted EV.
They also explain coolant types and mixing, debate affordable 90s/2000s sleeper classics, discuss vehicle longevity and ownership trends, and share a Mazda CX-90 driving impression.
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week's major automotive headlines — Ferrari's polarizing first electric model and stock drop, Ford halting F-150 production due to hood stamping issues, and Jeep's large airbag recall — then review the over-the-top 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L.
The episode also features an interview with Haley Skiko on the new Ford Bronco Filson partnership, listener car questions (including a ...
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum tackle this week’s automotive roundup: Toyota expands a V6 engine recall, a robin’s nest prevents an F-250 sale, and more than half of U.S. car buyers are underwater on their loans.
They also review the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover SE, cover major racing news, including a sad NASCAR loss and highlights from Indy and F1, and answer listener questions on maintenance and classic-car picks.
Let it ride! Buckle up for this episode of Let's Talk Wheels with Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum as they break down the big stories: a controversial Honda proposed class‑action settlement that paid lawyers far more than drivers, Volvo’s massive backup‑camera recall, rising airbag thefts, and fresh Civic Type R updates.
Also included: an in‑depth review of the 2026 Kia Sportage X‑Line plug‑in hybrid, Ford’s new Bronco...
This episode of Let's Talk Wheels covers the week's biggest automotive headlines: a Stellantis/Ram software calibration recall that let trucks exceed tire speed ratings, a final-year Camaro sold for a huge profit, Mercedes issuing a 144,000‑vehicle infotainment recall, Subaru’s redesigned 2026 Outback, and Ford’s scholarship program supporting students and veterans entering technician careers.
Hosts Mike Herzing and Jer...
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum tackle this week’s biggest automotive stories: Honda’s massive EV losses and the resulting delays to mass-market models, rumors of Ford reviving the Ranchero name, and Mazda filing trademarks for new CX crossovers. They also review the blisteringly quick 2026 Cadillac Optiq V‑Series EV and sit down with GM’s Maria Thomas about training the next generation of technicians.
The episo...
Mike Herzing and Jeremy Birenbaum cover this week's major industry news: Jaguar Land Rover recalls roughly 170,000 hybrids for a power loss risk with no repair available yet, Nissan issues an airbag inspection for certain Cubes, and Volkswagen recalls Taos SUVs over a fuel sensor issue.
We also review the 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro‑4X, get a lively NASCAR/Talladega update from Racing Mogul Carl Benton about the Cleetus McFarland phen...
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