Ron Ananian The Car Doctor™
Ron Ananian The Car Doctor™
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, is a nationally recognized automotive expert, master technician, and trusted voice in car repair and consumer advice. For more than 30 years, Ron has blended real-world shop experience with straight-talk radio, helping drivers understand their vehicles and the industry with clarity, humor, and honesty. As host of the long-running Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor radio show—…Follow the podcast:
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor -June 27, 2026 - Hour 1 - No Codes. No Clues. Just Good Diagnostics.
A late-model Ford Edge had everyone stumped. Multiple repair shops, multiple replacement parts, no check engine light, and no diagnostic trouble codes—yet it still refused to start. Ron explains why the best diagnostics begin before the engine is ever cranked, using live scan tool data like coolan…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 27, 2026 - Hour 2 - How Many Parts Can You NOT Replace?
This week Ron explains why great technicians don't start by replacing parts—they start by proving what's actually wrong. A stubborn Honda Accord air conditioning problem, a Ford Edge with two unrelated faults, and a discussion of real-world diagnostic strategy all reinforce one lesson: understandi…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor - October 17. 2015 - Hour 2 - When Your Car Needs a Software Update
This week, Ron dives into the ever-growing role of technology in automotive repair. First, he welcomes Hugh Atkins of Drew Technologies for a discussion on computer flashing, module programming, and why software updates have become a routine part of modern vehicle service. Ron then takes a call on…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - Classic Car Doctor, October 17, 2015 Hour 1 - Two Repairs That Made Me Shake My HeadRon starts the hour with not one, but two Repair of the Week stories that left even him shaking his head. Sometimes the hardest part of fixing cars isn't the diagnosis—it's understanding how they got into that condition in the first place. Ron then takes a call on a 2004 Pontiac Vibe and answers a variety of maintenance and repair questions before welcoming special guest Jerry Ostalecki from GetGibbs.com to discuss lubricants, corrosion protection, and keeping equipment running longer. Later, a listener with a 2007 Toyota Matrix calls after removing and reinstalling a factory CD player only to find it no longer works, leading to a discussion about electronics, wiring, and the surprises that can occur when taking modern vehicles apart. Ron also answers an email regarding a software issue on a Ford F-150 and explains why today's vehicles often require as much computer knowledge as mechanical skill. All that and more this week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor.
Ron starts the hour with not one, but two Repair of the Week stories that left even him shaking his head. Sometimes the hardest part of fixing cars isn't the diagnosis—it's understanding how they got into that condition in the first place. Ron then takes a call on a 2004 Pontiac Vibe and answers a…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 20, 2026 - Hour 1 - Classic Car Doctor
A Car Dr. Classic repeat from February of 2026. Ron and the crew are off this weekend to celebrate Father's Day and get a little family maintenance time. Enjoy! Call the 24/7 Listener Hotline: (855) 560-9900 🌐 Visit: CarDoctorShow.com 📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian 🎥 Watch repair …
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 20, 2026 - Hour 2 - Classic Car Doctor
A second hour Car Dr. Classic repeat from February of 2026. Ron and the crew are off this weekend to celebrate Father's Day and get a little family maintenance time. Enjoy! Call the 24/7 Listener Hotline: (855) 560-9900 🌐 Visit: CarDoctorShow.com 📸 Follow Ron on Instagram: @ronananian 🎥 W…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 13, 2026 - Hour 2 - Getting Your Kicks on Route 66—and Keeping Today's Cars Alive
This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, a listener preparing to fulfill a lifelong dream of traveling historic Route 66 sparks a conversation about America's automotive past, the roads that built the country, and the memories that still live along the Mother Road. Ron shares stories about the hi…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 13, 2026 - Hour 1 - The $16,000 Transmission, a Billboard, and the Best Compliment I've Ever Received
This week on Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, a repair story that refuses to go away comes full circle. Ron revisits the now-famous $16,000 Chevy Tahoe transmission repair, the real-world case that sparked conversations about whether it's better to repair the vehicle you own or start over with another…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 6, 2026 - Hour 2 - The Long Memory of Modern Cars
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 a simple breakdown turned into a lesson in modern diagnostics, networked vehicle systems, and why to…
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Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - June 6, 2026 - Hour 1 - Drive It Longer: The New Economics of Car Ownership
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 rising, and monthly payments pushing record levels, many motorists are choosing to invest in the vehic…
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