As the unofficial start of summer approaches, car owners are gearing up for road trips and long drives. But before hitting the open road, it's essential to make sure your vehicle is ready for the heat. This week on the Car Show, host Dane Donovan emphasizes the importance of getting your car inspected and prepared for the summer season. He shares stories of customers who've experienced car troubles on the road, including a young couple stranded in Cincinnati after their transmission failed, and a woman who needed all four brake pads replaced before her road trip to New York.

Dane discusses the need to check and maintain essential components like air conditioning, tires, and fluids, and warns listeners about the dangers of neglecting routine maintenance. He also shares tips on how to prepare for emergencies, such as carrying a roadside emergency kit and knowing how to jump-start a dead battery. Additionally, Dane addresses common issues like software glitches in new cars and the importance of using original equipment manufacturer parts.

The episode also features a Q&A session with listeners, including a caller who's experiencing a software issue with his car's start-stop feature and another who's concerned about oil consumption in his Kia. Dane offers advice and guidance on how to troubleshoot and resolve these issues.

If you're planning a road trip or just want to ensure your car is running smoothly, tune in to this episode of the Car Show to learn more about the importance of summer car maintenance and how to prepare for any unexpected car troubles.

As the unofficial start of summer approaches, car owners are gearing up for road trips and long drives. But before hitting the open road, it's essential to make sure your vehicle is ready for the heat. This week on the Car Show, host Dane Donovan emphasizes the importance of getting your car inspected and prepared for the summer season. He shares stories of customers who've experienced car troubles on the road, including a young couple stranded in Cincinnati after their transmission failed, and a woman who needed all four brake pads replaced before her road trip to New York.Dane discusses the need to check and maintain essential components like air conditioning, tires, and fluids, and warns listeners about the dangers of neglecting routine maintenance. He also shares tips on how to prepare for emergencies, such as carrying a roadside emergency kit and knowing how to jump-start a dead battery. Additionally, Dane addresses common issues like software glitches in new cars and the importance of using original equipment manufacturer parts.The episode also features a Q&A session with listeners, including a caller who's experiencing a software issue with his car's start-stop feature and another who's concerned about oil consumption in his Kia. Dane offers advice and guidance on how to troubleshoot and resolve these issues.If you're planning a road trip or just want to ensure your car is running smoothly, tune in to this episode of the Car Show to learn more about the importance of summer car maintenance and how to prepare for any unexpected car troubles.

Dale and Dane Donovan from Donovan's Auto and Tire Center will answer all your car care questions. Saturdays from 1-2pm on 55KRC The Talk Station

The Car Show with Dale and Dane Donovan

The Car Show with Dane Donovan 5/23/2026

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