Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

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Episodes 1,273
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 4.5 (257)
Since Jun 2015
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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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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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 6, 2026 - Hour 2 - The Long Memory of Modern Cars

Jun 06, 2026 34m Transcript

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron shares the story of a 2021 Chevy Suburban that suddenly became a no-start vehicle four months after being repaired from an accident. What appeared to be…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 6, 2026 - Hour 1 - Drive It Longer: The New Economics of Car Ownership

Jun 06, 2026 34m Transcript

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron takes a closer look at a growing trend across America: drivers are keeping their vehicles longer than ever. With new car prices climbing, repair costs…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 10, 2015 - Hour 2 - You Love Your Car More Than You ThinkFrom the Car Doctor archives — originally aired October 2015. In this classic episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with a thoughtful discussion about the emotional connection we develop with our vehicles—often without realizing just how attached we've become. Whether it's the family car that's been through years of memories or the vehicle that always seems to get us home, cars become more than machines. Ron then helps a caller diagnose cooling system problems on a 2007 Mercury Mountaineer and takes a call from a 2013 Toyota Highlander owner whose wheels were nearly left loose after a routine oil change, leading to an important conversation about trust, quality workmanship, and paying attention after service. Also featured is an interview with Derek Miller from ALLDATA, discussing vehicle repair information, diagnostic resources, and the growing complexity of modern automobiles. Ron rounds out the hour by answering listener emails about choosing the right OBD-II scan tool and diagnosing hesitation and rough idle concerns on a Toyota. A great mix of automotive advice, consumer awareness, and a reminder that our relationship with our cars is often more personal than we think.

Jun 04, 2026 37m Transcript

From the Car Doctor archives — originally aired October 2015. In this classic episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with a thoughtful discussion about the emotional connection we…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 10, 2015 - Hour 1 - Audi Codes, Airbags & Frozen Custard

Jun 04, 2026 36m Transcript

From the Car Doctor archives — originally aired October 2015. In this classic episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron shares the repair story of the week involving a 2003 Dodge Durango with a…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 30, 2026 - Hour 2 - Maintenance, Diagnostics & 110 MPH at Wall Stadium

May 30, 2026 34m Transcript

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron takes a closer look at how modern vehicles have changed—and why maintaining them requires a different mindset than ever before. From oil changes and…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 30, 2026 - Hour 1 - The Real Cost of Car Ownership

May 30, 2026 34m Transcript

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron takes a closer look at one of the biggest questions facing drivers today: What does it really cost to own a vehicle? Inspired by listener reaction to…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 3, 2015 - Hour 2 - Noises, Batteries & The Truth About When Cars Fail

May 29, 2026 36m Transcript

Ron Ananian, host of The Car Doctor Radio Show, kicks off this hour with a look at why cars seem to break down at the worst possible times — and how driving habits, environment, and circumstance all…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 3, 2015 - Hour 1 - The Yukon That Only Failed on the Bumps

May 29, 2026 36m Transcript

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, opens the hour with the story of a 2003 GMC Yukon that only acted up when it hit bumps in the road, proving once again that some of the toughest vehicle problems aren't…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 23, 2026 - Hour 2 - Marriage Counseling & Auto Repair

May 23, 2026 36m Transcript

This Memorial Day weekend on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron mixes humor, heart, and history in a powerful hour about the way cars become part of our everyday lives. It starts with a noisy Honda…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 23, 2026 - Hour 1 - The $16,000 Transmission

May 23, 2026 34m Transcript

This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with a story that perfectly captures the reality of modern car ownership — a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe with just 105,000 miles facing a…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 16, 2026 - Hour 2 - The Truth About Oil Change Intervals

May 16, 2026 35m Transcript

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor takes on one of the most debated topics in automotive maintenance this week: oil change intervals. After an Instagram post sparked a flood of listener questions, Ron…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 16, 2026 - Hour 1 - Memorial Day Miles, Fuel Savings & Clean Connections

May 16, 2026 34m Transcript

This weekend on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron talks Memorial Day travel, record numbers of drivers hitting the road, and why fuel economy is about more than just the price at the pump. From tire…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 26, 2015 - Hour 2 - Why Are So Many Cars Being Recalled?

May 14, 2026 36m Transcript

This is a Classic Car Dr episode from the past. Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, opens the hour discussing a question he was hearing more and more often — why are so many vehicles being recalled? Ron…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 26, 2015 - Hour 1 - Volkswagen in the Hot Seat: Emissions Scandal

May 14, 2026 36m Transcript

Volkswagen in the Hot Seat: Emissions Scandal, Transmission Questions & Real-World Repair Advice On this episode of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron opens the hour with his thoughts on the…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 9, 2026 - Hour 2 - The Problems Your Car Isn’t Warning You About

May 09, 2026 34m Transcript

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, opens the hour continuing the conversation about fuel economy and why modern vehicles can lose efficiency long before a check engine light ever comes on. With Memorial…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 9, 2026 - Hour 1 - Why Your Car Is Quietly Burning More Gas

May 09, 2026 35m Transcript

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, starts the hour talking about rising fuel prices and why the real problem for most drivers may actually be fuel waste caused by overlooked maintenance issues. Ron…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 19, 2015 - Hour 2

May 05, 2026 36m Transcript

Cheap Gas, Sensor Failures & The Truth About Modern Motor Oil From the archives — September 19, 2015 (Hour 2). Ron opens the hour with a timely discussion on falling gas prices—and what “cheap…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - September 19, 2015 - Hour 1

May 04, 2026 36m Transcript

Talking to Myself, Tuning Chips & Oil Consumption Truths From the archives — September 19, 2015. Ron kicks off the hour in an unusual way—talking to himself (literally) while working through a…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 2, 2026 - Smarter Repairs Start with Better Information: Inside Mitchell 1

May 03, 2026 35m Transcript

In today’s vehicles, fixing the car isn’t just about turning wrenches—it’s about having the right information at the right time. In this hour of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, Ron sits down with Ross…

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - May 2, 2026 - Hunter Engineering - Your Car Is Watching: Why ADAS Changes Everything

May 03, 2026 34m Transcript

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems—better known as ADAS—are changing the way we drive, repair, and think about our vehicles. This hour of Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor takes a deep dive into what ADAS…

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