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The Straight Shift with The Car ChickWhat Cars are Most and Least Affected by the 25% Tariffs?SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, LeeAnn Shattuck, The Car Chick©, discusses the recent implementation of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and its implications for the automotive industry and consumers. She breaks down how these tariffs will affect car prices, which brands will be hit hardest, and the broader economic impact. The Car Chick© also shares her plans to keep listeners informed through a new newsletter and updates to her online course.TakeawaysThe new 25% tariffs on imported cars will significantly impact car prices.Luxury brands and entry-level mo...2025-04-0229 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Most Exciting New and Redesigned Car Models Arriving in 2025In this episode, The Car Chick discusses the latest trends in the automotive industry, focusing on the exciting new models set to be released in 2025. The conversation highlights the significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids, as well as the continued presence of gas-powered models. LeeAnn shares her insights on various upcoming vehicles, including the Nissan Maxima EV, Kia EV3, and the return of the Honda Prelude as a hybrid. She also touches on the redesign of popular models like the Hyundai Palisade and Honda Passport, emphasizing the importance of affordability and practicality in the evolving automotive landscape.2025-01-1530 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickNew Years Predictions, Part 2: Will 2025 Be a Good Year to Buy Cars?SummaryIn this episode of 'The Straight Shift', LeeAnn Shattuck discusses the automotive market predictions for 2025, addressing common misconceptions fueled by clickbait media. She analyzes the current state of new and used car sales, the impact of profit margins on affordability, and the financial tools available for car buyers. The conversation also highlights market trends, potential discounts on specific vehicles, and the anticipated rise of electric vehicles. LeeAnn concludes with insights on how to navigate the car buying process effectively in the coming year.Takeaways2025 is expected to be a...2025-01-0824 minThe Straight Shift with The Car Chick2025 Automotive Industry Predictions: Nissan and Honda Merger InsightsIn part 1 of this two-part episode, The Car Chick gives her predictions for the automotive industry in 2025, focusing on the potential merger between Nissan and Honda. She analyzes the implications of this merger, the challenges both companies face, and the cultural dynamics at play. LeeAnn emphasizes the need for strategic partnerships in the evolving automotive landscape, particularly in the context of electric vehicles and market competition.TakeawaysThe automotive industry is facing significant changes in 2025.Nissan and Honda are in talks for a potential merger.The merger could create the world's third-largest automaker.Nissan's...2025-01-0130 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickEnd of Year Car Deals: What to Expect in 2024In this episode of The Straight Shift,The Car Chick discusses her Thanksgiving experiences and transitions into the topic of Black Friday car deals. She explains the current state of the automotive market, highlighting the inventory surplus and the best deals available for the end of the year.LeeAnn breaks down the types of incentives offered by manufacturers and emphasizes the importance of doing homework before purchasing a vehicle. She also touches on the electric vehicle market and concludes with resources for car buyers.Takeaways· 2024 is expected to be a better year for car s...2024-12-0428 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickWhy Do Car Engines Sound Different?In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick shares her personal story of adopting two kittens and seamlessly transitions into a discussion about the fascinating world of car sounds. She explains the physics behind why different engines produce unique sounds, the impact of engine configurations, and the role of exhaust systems. The episode also highlights the best and worst sounding cars, emphasizing the subjective nature of sound preferences among car enthusiasts. LeeAnn concludes with a call to action for listeners to share their favorite car sounds and introduces her online car buying course.Takeaways2024-11-2021 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Current State of the Automotive IndustryExcited to give you an official welcome back to The Straight Shift, with me, LeeAnn Shattuck, also known as The Car Chick. If you’ve been listening to the show since it launched in 2017, thank you so much for sticking in there. If you’re new here, welcome! In this episode I’ll be sharing an update on why the show went on a hiatus, how it impacted my business as a whole and the podcast. Beyond that, I’ll be sharing more on the current state of the automotive industry so we can set the foundation for upcoming episodes...2024-10-2328 min
Econ Dev Show Podcast - Economic DevelopmentWilkesboro Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Economic Evolution with LeeAnn NixonIn this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson converses with LeeAnn Nixon, President of Wilkes Economic Development, about the diverse economic landscape of Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Nixon discusses the area's key industries, including building and food and beverage, its rich agricultural heritage producing country ham and apple cider, and the growing emphasis on technology and cybersecurity.
The episode offers a comprehensive view of Wilkesboro's efforts to adapt to changing economic trends and the importance of community collaboration for sustainable development.
Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even on...2023-11-2034 min
Everything Real In FredericksburgCommissioner Dennis Neffendorf on Infrastructure, Budget Priorities, Community Safety & More!Welcome back to another episode of Everything Real in Fredericksburg! Join host LeeAnn Bailey as she sits down with Commissioner, Dennis Neffendorf. We'll explore the commissioner's ambitious plans to enhance infrastructure and prioritize community safety throughout the county.Commissioner Neffendorf reveals plans to focus on critical areas such as road and bridge improvements, bolstering the Sheriff's Department, and strengthening Fire and EMS services. During this episode, LeeAnn and Commissioner Neffendorf delve into the intricacies of road and bridge development in Gillespie County. They discuss ongoing projects aimed at enhancing connectivity, alleviating tra...2023-07-0628 min
American Contractor StoriesE001 - LeeAnn Koppel - Co-Host of American Contractor Show - ASAP RoofingWelcome to a new episode of American Contractor Stories, where we share contractors' real-life experiences and insights. In this episode, we have a special treat for you: a conversation with our new co-host, LeeAnn Koppel!LeeAnn is one of the founders of ASAP Roofing, a Texas-based roofing company serving customers for over 10 years. She also owns K Socialized Media, a marketing agency that helps contractors and small businesses grow their online presence.During the interview, LeeAnn shares her journey as a contractor, from starting the operation from scratch to growing their business into a team...2023-04-0454 min
Friends of Foster CareFoster Parents Luke and LeeannJoin Friends of Foster Care as Megan, Luke and Leeann talk about their foster care journey in the Catawba Valley. 2022-01-131h 01
No Ordinary MomentEpisode 12: Our First Roundtable | Talking Life, Travel, and Everything in BetweenA few months back, the No Ordinary Moment Podcast team got a few of LeeAnn’s closest friends together to record a group podcast. The recording day was something special- LeeAnn had not seen many of these people in months due to the pandemic and the overall feeling of pure joy could be felt throughout the whole room. The guests we brought on to talk with LeeAnn are people who have impacted her life in numerous positive ways and are the funniest, most vibrant, and hardworking people we know and love. The guests you will hear throughout the episode ar...2021-05-221h 04
School of Light ~ Wisdom for a New AgeCh1 Ep9 Introducing Deborah LeeAnnAnd we close the Chapter of Intros and An Invitation, with an interview with Deborah LeeAnn, the podcast host, by Aurora Farber. Listen in as we share and learn to Open and Soften into the Light of Love, the energy being called forth from each of us now. To learn more about Deborah, please find her at www.DeborahLeeAnn.com, on YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn, besides the FB page, School of Light Collective. Our next Chapter we will move into the Sharing of our Gifts and invite you to tap into yours!2021-03-2222 min
Leeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 15: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know ConflictSo, we had a fight last week. Okay - not really a "fight" - more of a heated disagreement. That happens every so often. We didn't four years into this friendship/business partnership without a few dustups.
In this episode, we're talking about how we deal with conflict. The enneagram 4 and 8 combo tends to be... ehrm... dramatic. ;)
In this episode, we mention:
Not Only, But Also Podcast
Leeann's Offerpad commercial, but we can't find the link. Oops. We'll post when we finally hunt it down.
Check out the video version of this episode on YouTube or audio wherever you listen...2021-03-0428 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 10: Life UpdatesWe are so excited to share our tenth episode with you all today! We have worked so hard to make this dream become a reality, and seeing so many of you follow along with the No Ordinary Moment Podcast, as we grow, makes our hearts so happy and filled with gratitude. There have been so many changes since this podcast started and even though the main moments are positive, there have been a few major bumps in the road that have taught us to take a step back and settle down a bit. One of these big l...2021-03-0315 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 14: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Larry The CucumberIn this episode, we welcome our FIRST GUESTS.
Now, we didn't want to start small. We wanted to go big... so our guests today are Mike Nawrocki and Steve Taylor. Both are legends in the entertainment world - Mike is a co-creator of VeggieTales and the voice of Larry The Cucumber. Steve is a musician and producer who's worked with The Newsboys and Sixpence None The Richer.
If you loved VeggieTales LIKE WE DID (and our kids do), you're going to love what these guys are working on. The next great Biblically-based series for kids... The Dead Sea Squirrels. We...2021-02-1835 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 09: Do Good & Be Good with John Sauter | The Houseless Crisis in LAIn the newest NOM episode, LeeAnn sits down with her husband, John, to chat about their goals for this New Year and how they plan to better their family and themselves. Recently, John and LeeAnn have been taking steps to help the houseless population in Los Angeles. Instead of just waiting for a solution to happen, LeeAnn and John have been donating nonperishable food, clothing and their time to help their unhoused neighbors. The homeless population skyrocketed 12.7% this previous year, bringing the total number of houseless individuals to 66,433. This number alone is gut wrenching, and knowing that the numbers...2021-02-1734 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 12: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know the Acting BusinessLeeann is currently on set for a commercial! With her family... yes, all five of them booked it! Michelle just auditioned for a different commercial (fingers crossed!). In this episode, we're talking about the acting business - what we do, how we do it and some inside scoop.
Also, Leeann's kids are with us for this one and it's... chaotic - but REAL. This is us, friends. IRL.
PLUS... you will NOT BELIEVE who left us a review.
Check out the video version of this episode on YouTube or audio wherever you listen to podcasts!2021-01-2818 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 11: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Bumps in the RoadWe went a bit MIA the last couple of weeks. Why? BUMPS IN THE ROAD. The road of life. In this episode, we're talking about what's happening and what lies ahead.
Here are links to the things we're loving right now from our "Dontcha Know!" segment:
LEEANN
Palmers Massage Lotion For Stretch Marks
Palmers Skin Therapy Oil
MICHELLE
@sharonsaysso
Kid books by David Stabler
Kid Presidents
Kid Authors
Kid Artists
Kid Scientists
Kid Innovators (pre-order)
Check out the video version of this episode on YouTube or audio wherever you listen to podcasts!2021-01-2119 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 10: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Bad ShowsIn this episode, Leeann sings an original love song to Michelle. Michelle does her best Nickelback impression. We also discuss our top three WORST live shows. Yep, we're chatting about the bad rooms, terrible performances, and that one time Leeann left the audience in open-mouthed horror.
Also, a what would YOU do edition of our "Take it Shake it" segment!
Check out the video version of this episode on YouTube or audio wherever you listen to podcasts!2021-01-0720 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 9: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know 2021Leeann & Michelle Think They're Funny EPISODE 9!
2021... DARE WE make predictions?! Yes, we shall. 2020 was a dumpster fire, but Father Time just keeps on trucking and so do we... in our minivan and SUV, anyway.
We're spilling a few secrets in this episode about exciting conversations we've had, contracts we've signed, and projects in the works. We also do something YOU SHOULD NEVER DO - try to predict the enneagram types of our kiddos.
Check out the video version here - or click on the audio version above. Thank you for listening/watching/laughing!2020-12-3129 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 8: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Christmas TraditionsCHRRRRRIIISSSSSTMAAAASSS is next week, ya'll! In this episode of Leeann & Michelle Think They're Funny, we're talking traditions. We're also discussing SANTA - so heads up if you've got little ears nearby.
Yes, we're finally posting video versions to YouTube! That version will have some bloopers our amazing audio editor, Brian, cut out of the podcast version - PLUS there's a special guest appearance.
This episode was not sponsored.2020-12-1724 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 7: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Holiday GiftsSing with us... "It's the most wonder..." WAIT! What I'm going to buy for everyone this year? Oh, friends, we understand the stress. We've felt it. Michelle especially. If you listen to this episode of Leeann & Michelle Think They're Funny, this picture will make sense...
Gift buying... ugh! Why does it have to be so hard? In an effort to help you figure this out, we humbly make a few suggestions in this episode. Take a listen to hear what we're buying and why!
The Allies Collective is our sponsor for this episode. The Allies Collective is a group of...2020-12-1040 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 08: Friendship, Meditation, & Business ft. Suze SchwartzHave you ever considered meditation or do you need a push to get your business idea going? For this episode, LeeAnn sits down with her friend Suze Schwartz to discuss all things Friendship, Meditation, and Business. Suze is a loving wife, mother of 3 amazing children, and the CEO and founder of Unplug Meditation - @unplugmeditation! Before she dove into the world of meditation, Suze was a fashion editor for some of the top publications in the world including Elle, Vogue, Marie Claire, and Glamour magazine to name a few! She worked as a renowned editor and was w...2020-12-101h 04Leeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 6: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know SIR IAN MORGAN CRON!We were guests on the TYPOLOGY PODCAST. Did you hear that? We were on the TYP.OL.O.GY.POD.CAST.
Check that out here:
Like every other enneagram enthusiast, we've been huge fans of Ian Morgan Cron since we devoured The Road Back to You and it changed both of our lives. In fact, as you'll here in our podcast episode, Leeann & Michelle Think They Know SIR IAN MORGAN CRON - we actually refer to him as Sir Ian or Cool Uncle Ian. Yes, we've forced our way into his family. It's not creepy.
Also, they're releasing our TYPOLOGY...2020-12-0323 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 07: The Business Series | Part OneThis week, The No Ordinary Moment Podcast is launching a new business series where LeeAnn talks all things business - specifically the beginning stages of starting a business. These past few months have been a whirlwind for businesses and entrepreneurs. To find a positive in recent events, LeeAnn has found opportunity to pivot and how best to move forward. This episode and series is for whatever stage you are in - redoing your business plan, starting off, or if you just need some inspiration. Topics:How to visualize your own brand/business.How to cr...2020-11-2329 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 5: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Gender RevealsFinding out or delivery room surprise?
In this episode, Michelle does her best to convince Leeann to not find out the sex of her next baby until baby arrives. That's what Michelle did with both of her kiddos, but Leeann has always found out beforehand. Can she be convinced? Michelle makes some fantastic points.
DONT'CHA KNOW:
Leeann:
cuddle + kind
ezpz Happy Mat
Michelle:
MiteTees
Glass Ball Ornaments
Show Sponsor: Dearing Acting Studio2020-11-1928 min
Rise Leaders Radio#28. A High Integrity Coaching Ecosystem | LeeAnn Mallory + Jerry MagarI called in a lifeline for this one. I wanted to talk about the importance of a supportive ecosystem when engaging in leadership coaching and didn’t like what I was producing on my own. So when my esteemed colleague, Jerry Magar, offered to interview me, I gladly accepted. And he delivered! "The pressure and expectation of organizational leadership demand emotional maturity, requiring leaders to be willing to do their internal work…we all must move away from leading from a place of fear and lack…and move toward vision and collaboration, which results in desired an...2020-11-1832 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 4: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know SURPRISESLeeann has a big surprise for Michelle in this episode... HUGE. She somehow managed to keep a secret, which is super hard when you know each other as well as we do. We can't say more than that... you just have to LISTEN.
In this episode, we're also introducing a new segment, "Do you Even Enneagram?" so we can ramble on about one of our favorite topics.
This episode is sponsored by Bambino Sitters! We love how easy Bambino makes it to find a babysitter. Download their app today and schedule date night, or a manicure, or go sit in...2020-11-1221 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 3: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know About Cleaning HouseCleaning. We have to do it - whether we enjoy it (Leeann) or not (Michelle). In episode three, Leeann & Michelle Think They Know About Cleaning House, we basically let Leeann hop up on her (organic) soapbox to preach about minimalism and cleanliness while Michelle is here to tell you a story about when she got mad and threw all of her daughter's toys and clothes away. Clearly, we have vastly different approaches to the topic of cleanliness.
What about you? Are you a Leeann or a Michelle in this area?
Also, Tabitha & Trinitea stop by to break down the feed...2020-11-0525 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyLeeann & Michelle Think They Know Each OtherWe like to say our friendship went from dating to engagement to marriage in record time... maybe four months? We fell hard and fast. (No, we're not actually married to each other. For some reason, that often disappoints people.) In Episode 2: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Each Other, it's POP QUIZ time! How well do we know each other... do we know each other at all? Listen and see!
DON'TCHA KNOW?
Leeann's Favs:
Book: Finding Quiet: My Story of Overcoming Anxiety and the Practices that Brought Peace
Makeup: Drunk Elephant Umbra Tinte Physical Daily Defense
Michelle's Favs:
Book: Educated by...2020-10-2930 minLeeann & Michelle Think They're FunnyEpisode 1: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know PodcastingIt's a girl! She was just birthed. There are a lot of happy tears. Nurses are all abuzz. Hubby is taking photos. Skin to skin contact is real up in here.
Her name is: PODCAST.
The brand spanking new podcast from Leeann & Michelle has arrived! It's called Leeann & Michelle Think They're Funny and this is Episode Numero Uno: Leeann & Michelle Think They Know Podcasting. (Spoiler: we don't. We're 100% winging this.)2020-10-2027 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #67: 7 Exciting New Vehicles For 2021 (including the return of the Ford Bronco!)In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about 7 new vehicles (all SUVs) making their debut for the 2021 model year, including the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime, the 2021 Toyota Venza, the 2021 Kia Seltos, the 2021 Genesis GV80, the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer and the 2021 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chi...2020-08-3138 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #66: 5 Car Shopping Pet Peeves that Cost You Time and MoneyIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick discusses 5 of her biggest car shopping pet peeves that will cost you valuable time and money. If these things annoy HER, you know they will drive you crazy. Worse, they can cost you to lose thousands of dollars when buying a car. So tune in to learn how to avoid these car shopping frustrations!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide...2020-08-1538 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 05: Why Staying Positive is a Daily OptionOn today’s episode, LeeAnn sits down to talk with us about the importance of quality time, especially during this season in which we find ourselves largely at home due to the pandemic. In a time where spending moments with family is now more accessible than ever, why does it seem so hard to accomplish and what can we do to change this? LeeAnn goes into detail about her thoughts on quarantine and how they have shifted since March. In addition, she shares how she aligns her time between herself and her family and why walking now is...2020-08-1211 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #65: Exclusive Interview with the Mechanic Shop FemmeIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with automotive writer and educator Chaya Milchtein, the Mechanic Shop Femme, about how to know if a mechanic is lying to you, how to buy a used car and car care classes for teens and young adults.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car...2020-08-0139 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 04: Human Design with Erin Claire JonesOn this week’s podcast, LeeAnn is teaming up with another special guest host! Her name is Erin Claire Jones and she is an esteemed leadership coach who specializes in Human Design. Erin has worked with companies and startups from all over the world by conducting leadership challenges and building a harmonious bridge between executive and staff. With her Human Design work, Erin effectively calculates each person’s personality with her Human Design test and maps out a blueprint for him or her so that they can see how they operate as whole. According to her website, Human...2020-07-281h 09
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #64: How to Buy a Classic CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick dishes out some tough reality checks about buying classic and vintage cars. She talks about what to buy, what NOT to buy, what to look out for, where to buy them, and how avoid being killed by your spouse for buying one.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Sol...2020-07-1745 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 03: Change Your Travel MindsetOn today’s solo episode; LeeAnn sits down with us to share her top 5 California-based destination spots! These areas are the perfect getaway spot for a weekend trip or an extended stay! During this conversation, LeeAnn also talks about the importance of travel and why getting out of your hometown for a bit boosts your mood and also leads to and increase in productivity. If you’ve got the travel bug or just looking for some inspiration, this episode is for you! Sit back, relax, and let’s plan your next trip on the West Coast! Trav...2020-07-1428 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #63: What Happens When Your Car "Sits" and How to Store It ProperlyWhat can (and does) happen to your car when it just "sits" for extended periods of time? How do you store it properly, so it doesn't cost you an arm and a leg when you are ready to drive it again? Tune into this episode of "The Straight Shift" to learn the most common problems that occur when cars are stored improperly, even for a few weeks, and how to avoid them.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work...2020-06-3031 minNo Ordinary MomentEpisode 02: The Family Business with John SauterFor Episode Two of The No Ordinary Moment Podcast, LeeAnn Sauter sits down with one of her favorite people on this planet, John Sauter! Every relationship is different, but their connection is truly special. In their conversation they discuss the importance of focusing on personal growth in order to show up for the ones you love. It is an episode you will not want to miss!Topics Discussed:Personal GrowthHow to write a Family Mission Statement John’s “No Ordinary Moment” with LeeAnnHost: LeeAnn SauterGuest: John SauterFor more information, visit...2020-06-3040 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #62: Boys and their Toys - The Best Cars, Trucks and SUVs for Father's DayLet's face it - boys like their toys. In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick shares her picks for the best cars, trucks and SUVS for dad, in honor of Father's Day, including the fully redesigned 2020 Corvette Stingray!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2020-06-1530 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #61: Why the 2021 Toyota Sienna Minivan is a Game Changer!In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick gives you the scoop on the upcoming, fully redesigned 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan. Why is this minivan a game changer? Why does it look like something out of the Jetsons? Is it really a hybrid? What first ever feature will make parents' lives easier? And why is The Car Chick so excited about a minivan?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide...2020-05-3135 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #60: What's in a VIN? (And why does this car's VIN spell "fart"?)In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick explains what your car's VIN number means and how to decode it to discover hidden information about your vehicle. Did you know that some VINs contain real words? The 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid's VIN spells out "FART"! Yeah, we laughed too.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba...2020-05-1538 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #59: The Best Cars for Moms (that are NOT a Minivan!)In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick gives her top picks for the best cars for moms that are NOT a minivan, including the Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Subaru Ascent, 2020 Toyota Highlander, Audi Q7, Subaru Foreser, Mazda X-5, Toyota RAV4, and Hyundai Santa Fe.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chi...2020-04-3038 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #58: Is NOW a Good Time to Buy a Car? (And your other car questions answered!)In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick answers YOUR car questions, including - is NOW a good time to buy a car during coronavirus? Is it safe to drive with the check engine light on? Why are my tires slipping?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2020-04-1537 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #57: How to Buy a Car Safely & How to Sanitize Your Car During CoronavirusIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how to stay home and stay safe and still buy a car during Coronavirus. She also talks with auto detailing expert, John Stephens (a.k.a. Swirl Killer) of Carolinas Finest Detailing, about how to clean and sanitize your car.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Sol...2020-04-0147 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #56: The Impact of the Coronavirus Outbreak on the US Automotive IndustryIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how the Coronavirus outbreak is affecting the US automotive industry now, and how it may impact it over the next several months. What is the impact to the availability of cars, trucks, SUVs, minivans, and hybrids as well as the availability of car parts? How will new car and used car sales be affected? And what are the Big 3 automakers (GM, Ford and Fiat-Chrysler) doing to help slow the spread of the virus and keep their employees and customers safe?You can view a...2020-03-1534 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #55: How to Drive with a Gorilla in Your Car (and Other Ridiculous Traffic Laws)In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the most ridiculous, crazy and downright stupid traffic laws that are still on the books in many states across the US. Including, how to legally drive with a gorilla in your car.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights res...2020-02-2831 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #54: Men vs. Women - The Gender Gap in Car BuyingIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the difference between women and men in the car buying process. Using deeply researched industry data, she shares statistics on the different ways in which women and men approach car research, buying decisions and deal negotiations. What brands of vehicles are more popular with men vs women? What features are more important to each? Who pays more for cars? Are men or women more emotional when making a car buying decision? The answers may surprise you!You can view a full list of resources...2020-02-1433 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #53: The Truth About Online Car DealershipsIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how those new, online-only and car "vending machine" dealerships really work, the pros and cons of their car buying experience, and the risks of buying a used car completely sight unseen.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2020-01-3137 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #52: How to Protect Your Car from Rust & Bird PoopIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the best (and most economical) ways to protect the interior and exterior of your car from environmental hazards like salt, tree sap, bird poop and your own children.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2020-01-1535 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #51: 7 Things You Car Wishes You Knew that are Costing You MoneyIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick helps you save money on car repairs and maintenance and extend the life of your vehicle by identifying 7 weird things your car wishes you knew that are costing you money.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-12-3137 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #50: An Exclusive Look at Santa's Sleigh with Santa Claus himself!On this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick interviews exclusive guest, Santa Claus, and reveals the top-secret details about his mysterious new sleigh!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-12-1630 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #49: The Truth About the All-Electric Tesla CybertruckIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the newly launched Tesla Cybertruck, an new all-electric pickup truck, and how it REALLY did in a drag race against a Porsche 911 and a tug-of-war contest with a Ford F-150.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-11-2734 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #48: 3 Ways Electric Cars Will Change the US Economy that May Not Be GoodIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about 3 effects that electric vehicles will have on the US economy that may not be good. Will you be affected? The Car Chick also shares some fun experiences from the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, including filming the season 1 finale of her TV show, "Rust Rescue". (Stream the full season online free at www.RustRescueTV.com)You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: C...2019-11-1533 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #47: The 7 Biggest Lies Car Dealers Tell to Close the SaleIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick reveals the 7 biggest lies that car dealers and salesmen will tell you in order to close the sale!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-10-3136 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #46: 7 Exciting New SUVs for 2020In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about 7 exciting new and redesigned SUVs that are hitting the market for the 2020 model year, including the 2020 Hyundai Palisade (and Kia Telluride), the 2020 Hyundai Venue, the 2020 Audi Q8, the 2019 and 2020 BMW X7, the 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC as well as the fully redesigned 2020 Toyota Highlander and 2020 Subaru Outback.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service 2019-10-1535 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #45: How New Car Incentives Really WorkIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick breaks down exactly how new car incentives really work. What are the different types of new car incentives, such as rebates, low APRs and leasing incentives? How do know which incentives you qualify for? Is it better to take the rebate or the low APR? And how can new car incentives be used to mislead you about the price you pay for the car?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube 2019-09-3039 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #44: How to Get Out of Your Car Lease In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about different ways to get out of a car lease. Whether you are in the middle of the lease or at the end, whether you are over your miles or just can't make the payments, you may have more options than you think!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 W...2019-09-1534 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #43: Exploding Sunroofs!Holy exploding sunroofs, Batman! In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the crazy phenomenon of exploding sunroofs. It's NOT just an urban myth! It's a real safety concern that has plagued over 200 different make and model vehicles around the globe. And it's getting WAY WORSE! Tune into find out why and to learn if YOUR vehicle is at risk.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Bu...2019-08-3035 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #42: Are Certified Pre-Owned Cars Worth the Money?In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick explains how Certified Pre-Owned programs work, how they different among the different car brands, how much they cost, who has the best (and worst) CPO programs, and is it worth it to buy a Certified Pre-Owned car.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chi...2019-08-1540 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #41: Should You Buy an Extended Car Warranty?In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about extended car warranties. What are the different types of extended car warranties? How do extended car warranties work? What should you look for and what questions should you ask when buying an extended warranty? How do you avoid extended car warranty scams? And, most importantly, are extended warranties really worth the money, or is there a better option?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: C...2019-08-0136 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #40: How to NOT Void Your New Car Factory WarrantyIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick explains the ins and outs of New Car Warranties - what's covered, what's NOT covered, and how to avoid, well... VOIDING your car's factory warranty.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-07-1235 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #39: Everything You Need to Know About Vehicle RecallsIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks all about recalls. What constitutes a recall on a car? How are recalls issued? How do you know if your car has an open recall? What should you do if there is a recall on your car? She also tells the truth about two of the largest and most expensive recalls in history.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide...2019-06-2837 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #38: How to Sell Your Car Privately for the Most Money and Least RiskIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the how to sell your car privately to an individual instead of to a dealership. She gives you tips on how to get the most money for your car, how to avoid scams, and how to safely handle the test drive, paperwork and exchange of money.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying...2019-06-1434 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #37: Is it Better to Buy a New Car or a Used Car?In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the age old debate of new vs used. Is it better to buy a used car or a new car? It's always better to buy used, right? Maybe not! Tune in to learn when it may be better to buy a new car vs a used one.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car...2019-05-3131 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #36: How to Prepare Your Car for a Long Summer RoadtripIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how to prepare your car for a long, summer roadtrip. She'll tell you what to check on the car, what to bring with you and how to stay safe, alert and entertained along the way.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chi...2019-05-1534 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #35: Car KweensIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks with special guest, Crystal Snow, The Car Kween about her Car Kweens Association, a non-profit dedicated to helping women pursue their dreams in the auto industry through sponsorships, replacement parts, continuing education and driver training courses. They also talk about the upcoming FastHer Road Rally, an all-female rally "race" across the beautiful state of Oklahoma to raise money for the Car Kweens Association scholarship fund.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram...2019-04-3034 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #34: The Truth About the Prius TaxIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about the "Prius Tax" - alternatives to the gas tax, including fees for registering hybrid and electric vehicle and mileage-based tax systems, that the US governments is considering (and in some cases has already implemented) to help pay for our crumbling road, highway and bridge infrastructure. These new tax and fee systems will charge you for every mile that you drive, even if you don't own a Prius.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn:2019-04-1539 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #33: How to Avoid Yo Yo ScamsIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks with consumer rights attorney, Steve Moskos of Moskos Law Firm about Yo-Yo scams (Yo-Yo Transactions), also known as Spot Delivery Scams. Steve talks about how to avoid a yo yo scam and what to do if you have been a victim of a yo yo scam or spot delivery scam.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a...2019-04-0232 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #32: How to Avoid Being CarjackedIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks frankly about a recent and violent carjacking attempt. She gives eye-opening statistics about auto theft as well as practical advice on how to prevent your car from being stolen, and how to avoid being carjacked.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All...2019-03-1539 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift #31: How to Buy a Cheap Used CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the harsh reality and specific challenges of buying a cheap used car - that is, a used car under $5,000. Learn what to look for, where to look, what to avoid and how to find that diamond in the rough. Plus, learn how you can get The Car Chick's Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist FREE! Also check out The Car Chick's video about how to inspect a used car at www.CarChick-TV.com. While you are there, be sure to subscribe to the channel!You...2019-03-0236 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #30: Why Women Pay More For Cars Than MenDid you know that women pay, on average, $1,000 more for the same car than men? In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with social science expert and co-author of the book, "Women Don't Ask", about why women are often uncomfortable with negotiating, the high cost of avoiding negotiation, and how we can learn to be more effective negotiators for ourselves, both when buying cars and in other areas of our lives and businesses. Check out Sara's books: "Women Don't Ask: The High Cost of Avoiding Negotiation and Positive Strategies for Change"2019-02-1433 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #29: Car Awards Don't Mean SquatIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about all of the hype and pure BS in many car commercials, including the truth about those prestigious car awards the manufacturers brag about.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2019-01-3032 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #28: The Do's and Don't's of Leasing a CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the do's and don't's of leasing. What is leasing? How does it work? Is leasing a good idea or a bad idea? What are the benefits to leasing? What are the risks? What cars are good to lease? What types of people are good lease candidates? What can you do if you are over your miles on a lease?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with...2019-01-1537 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #27: 5 Highly Anticipated New Vehicles for 2019In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about some of the most anticipated new and redesigned vehicles for 2019, including the Audi A6, Mercedes A-class, Toyota RAV4, Lexus UX and Kia Telluride.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-12-2940 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #26: Are Extended Warranties and Other "Extras" Worth the Money?In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about whether or not you should buy an extended warranty, gap insurance, pre-paid maintenance plans or any of the other stuff the dealer tries to sell you in the finance office. Are they worth the cost or are you just wasting money?You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Aut...2018-12-1535 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #25: Why Today's Cars Won't LastIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about reliability and why the cars, trucks, SUVs and minivans made today probably won't last as long as vehicles made just a few years ago. You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-11-2934 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #24: Those Pesky Dashboard Warning LightsIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about those pesky warning lights that appear on your vehicle's dashboard. What do they mean? How critical are they? What should you do when they appear? Is your car safe to drive? Listen to The Straight Shift to find out!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc...2018-11-1431 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #23: What Does the Color of Your Car Say About You?In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with special guest and color psychology expert, Stacey Cohen, of Anderson-Cohen Designs about what the color of your car says about your personality.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-10-1542 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #22: How to Keep Your Car Organized with Special Guest, The Clutter ConsultantIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks with special guest, Lianne Hofer, The Clutter Consultant about how to keep your car organized, clean and clutter-free! Whether you have kids, you are in sales and live in your car, or you are going on a road trip, these tips will keep your car from becoming the automotive equivilent of the "junk drawer". Learn more about guest Lianne Hofer at www.TheClutterConsultant.comYou can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram...2018-09-2938 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #21: Hurricanes and How to Avoid Buying a Flood CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the affect of storms like Hurricane Florence, Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma on the used car market. She also gives her top tips for how to avoid buying a flood car. National Motor Vehicle Title Information System database = www.VehicleHistory.gov The Car Chick's Hurricane Impact Video = https://youtu.be/9NVxZUi_PVIYou can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course...2018-09-1830 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #20: The Worst Used Cars in AmericaIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the absolute WORST used cars on the US market that you should avoid like the plague and NEVER buy!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-08-3136 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #19: The Truth About GasolineIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick explains what is meant by the octane number of gasoline and why it's critical to use the right type of gas in your vehicle. Does using Premium gas give more power or better gas mileage? Is it "better" for your car? The Car Chick dispels many of the myths around gasoline to save you money. She also talks about the difference between regular gas and diesel and why it's disastrous to put diesel fuel in a gas engine and visa versa.You can view a full li...2018-08-1631 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift #18: How to Keep Your Teen Driver Safe on the RoadIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how we can keep our teen drivers safe on the road. What are the best (and worst) cars to buy for your teenager? How can you set boundaries and monitor their driving behavior? How does your own driving behavior influence them? She also recommends sending your teen to an advanced driving school like the Teen Driving Solutions School (www.TeenDrivingSolutions.org), a non-profit dedicated to keeping teen drivers alive!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect...2018-07-3038 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #17: The Best Time to Buy a CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick dispels many of the myths around the best time to buy a car. When is the best time to buy a car? The truth is, there are many good times to buy a car throughout the year. And there are some really BAD times!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s A...2018-07-1333 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #16: What to Expect As Your Car AgesIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about what maintenance and repairs you should expect as your car ages, or if you are purchasing a used car. She also points out certain "bad habits" that you may have that are prematurely aging your car and costing you money.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Sol...2018-06-2933 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #15: Road RageIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick gives you the Road Rage Test! How prone are you to experiencing road rage? Are your driving behaviors contributing to road rage in others? Learn the common causes of road rage along with great tips to avoid or reduce it so you stay safe and less stressed on the road.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car...2018-06-1539 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #14: The Right Way to Detail Your CarIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks with car detailing expert, Johnathon Stephens of Carolina's Finest Detailing, about the do's and don'ts of washing and detailing your car to protect the paint and your investment.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-05-3136 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #13: Lemon Law for CarsIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with attorney, Steve Moskos of the Moskos Law Firm, about Lemon Law for cars, trucks, SUVs, minivans and other passenger vehicles. Steve brings over 30 years experience in automotive-related consumer law and litigation.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-05-1435 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #12: How NOT to Buy TiresIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick decodes all of those confusing letters and numbers associated with tires, and tells you what to look for, and what to avoid, when it's time to buy new rubber.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-04-3034 minThe Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #11: Driver Aids Safety TechnologyIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the different "driver aid" technologies that exist in cars today - what are they, how do they work, how can they FAIL, and why she doesn't like them.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-04-1731 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #10: Self-Driving Car Kills PedestrianIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the recent tragic accident in which a self-driving Uber car killed a pedestrian. She talks about how self-driving car technology works (and doesn't work) and breaks down what investigators know so far about the tragic accident.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car...2018-03-3031 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #09: How NOT to Buy a Used Car (Used Cars, Part 2)In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about the critical DOs and DO NOTs of buying a used car, including the most common mistakes that many used car shoppers make that can cost them thousands of dollars down the line.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights res...2018-03-1530 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #08: What is Your Trade Really Worth? (Used Cars, Part 1)In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about how much the car you are trading is really worth, and how to get the most money for it. This is Part 1 in a two part series on buying and selling used cars.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All righ...2018-02-2832 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #07: When and Why to Change the Fluids in Your CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about the 6 main fluids in your car, why they are important and how often to change them to keep your car running smoothly and safely for 100,000 miles and more!You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-02-1633 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #06: Driving Tips from the Race TrackIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick shares 8 advanced driving tips that she has learned in over 25 years of racing that YOU can implement on the city streets and highways to become a better and safer driver.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-01-3130 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #05: How to Pick the Perfect CarIn this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick shares her 3 step process for how to pick the perfect vehicle based on YOUR unique lifestyle, budget and personality.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2018-01-1331 min
The Straight Shift with The Car ChickThe Straight Shift, #04: New Years Resolutions for Your CarIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick talks about 10 New Year's Resolutions that your CAR wishes you would make.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women’s Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.2017-12-3131 min