This Podcast Can Help You Know More and Pay Less

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It's user friendly this week, which is different from what drivers have been saying about the MyFord Touch system, and now the system is getting an upgrade -- in the mail with a USB.

Solar flares

Glitches took down a Fisker Karma when Consumer Reports was testing it. Meanwhile, GM is cutting Volt production amid weak demand.

With the lowly Nissan Versa getting top safety ratings, how does Volvo distinguish themselves? By developing safety systems for people outside the car.

It was one of the interesting ideas shown at the Geneva motor show, which was filled with fabulous wagons.

Finally, new research shows that knowing more and going to multiple dealers can save you more money when buying a car.

Volvo is safe even for people getting hit by their cars.

The Mother of All Automotive Podcasts

Good news for auto makers -- their economists believe that car sales are going to be stronger in 2012. Despite the concerns about the strength of the U.S. economy, the aging of America's fleet is likely to drive people to dealers.

Meanwhile, those aging vehicles are good news for repair shops like Monro Muffler Brake, which is posting strong earnings as owners keep their rides on the road by replacing parts. But it might be that there will be fewer cars on the road overall in the future.

Car dealers like AutoNation are also posting strong gains as they make more money on their sales because inventories are tight.

Luxury-car sales are expected to outperform the market next year. BMW might benefit the most because its new 3-Series is hitting the market.

Fisker's Karma extended range electric vehicle finally received its EPA certification and will be reaching garages, but will drivers be disappointed by weaker than expected mileage and range?

Perhaps they can track their performance with some of the new apps that are available that allow drivers to gauge the horsepower and braking power.

One thing that people should track better is their drinking and driving, which remains a problem especially for men.

Finally, check out the Hot Wheels track video below that is jaw-droppingly awesome.

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