The Straight Shift with The Car Chick
The Straight Shift is a podcast that's about cars! Car buying, car selling, car maintenance and repairs, safe driving tips, and general car-related nonsense designed to empower consumers. Brought to you by The Car Chick, the #1 trusted automotive expert for women and smart men. New episodes drop the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month!
Episodes
122 episodes
How to Order a New Car (When the Dealer Says You Can’t)
Part 2 of the “How to Order a New Car” crossover with A Girl’s Guide to CarsSUMMARYThis episode picks up where Part 1 of our crossover with Scotty Reiss left off. On her show, What Drives Her
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Season 2
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Episode 120
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32:17
Forbidden Fruit: The Cool European Cars America Can’t Have (and Why)
Episode SummaryEver wandered through a European parking lot and thought, “Why don’t we get cars like that in America?”In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick, dives into the sleek, smart, and downright...
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Season 2
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Episode 119
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22:11
Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road: My Wild UK Adventure
SummaryIn this episode, The Car Chick® shares her experiences driving in the UK, highlighting the challenges and joys of navigating on the left side of the road for the first time. She discusses her personal reflections on her tri...
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Season 2
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Episode 118
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32:49
Classic Cars 101: What to Know Before You Buy Your Dream Ride
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® and Rudy Samsel, founder of Guys With Rides, delve into the world of classic cars, discussing the emotional and financial aspects of buying and restoring these vehicles....
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Season 2
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Episode 117
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32:04
Transmission Impossible: How Your Car Really Works
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® delves into the often-overlooked topic of car transmissions. She explains the critical role transmissions play in vehicle performance, detailing the various types includ...
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Season 2
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Episode 116
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28:49
Confessions of a Rental Car Ninja: The Dos, Don’ts, and WTFs for Renting Cars
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® discusses her upcoming trip to the UK with her family, focusing on the challenges and excitement of renting a car abroad. She brings in special guest, and rental c...
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Season 2
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Episode 115
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27:14
The Bucket List: Why Driving a Supercar on a Racetrack Should Be on Yours
SummaryIn this episode, The Car Chick® speaks with Adam Olalde, founder and CEO of Xtreme Xperience, about the exhilarating world of supercar driving experiences. They discuss the importance of bucket lists, the entrepreneurial jo...
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Season 2
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Episode 114
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35:19
Fatal Mistakes: What Driver’s Ed Isn’t Teaching Teen Drivers (or Adults!)
SummaryIn this episode, The Car Chick® discusses the tragic incident involving a teen driver that resulted in multiple fatalities, highlighting the dangers of teen driving and the inadequacies of the current driver's education system...
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Season 2
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Episode 113
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30:19
Stay Cool and Save Money: Your Summer Guide to Car A/C Systems
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® dives into the world of car air conditioning, debunking common myths and explaining the science behind how A/C systems work. From the importance of maintenance to unders...
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Season 2
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Episode 112
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25:39
What Does 'Made in America' Mean for Cars in 2025?
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® explores the complexities of what 'Made in America' means in the automotive industry today. She delves into the history of American cars, the evolution of car culture, a...
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Season 2
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Episode 111
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29:03
From Autopilot to I, Robot: The 6 Levels of Autonomous Driving Explained
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® explores the current state and future of autonomous driving technology. She discusses the various levels of vehicle autonomy, from manual driving to fully autonomous sys...
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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32:49
Riding with Ghosts: The Truth About RoboTaxis
In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick explores the world of autonomous vehicles and robotaxis, discussing their origins in science fiction, the major players in the industry, the technology that powers them, and the challenges th...
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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35:38
The Evolution of Car Safety Technologies
Summary:In this episode of The Straight Shift, LeeAnn Shattuck and automotive journalist Kendra Sommer delve into the evolution of car safety technologies, including airbags, seatbelts, and modern driver assistance systems. They d...
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Season 2
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Episode 108
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35:16
The Rise of Women-Only Rideshare Services
Summary: In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick discusses the critical issue of safety in rideshare services with Kimberly Evans, founder of Just Her Rideshare. They explore the alarming statistics surrounding ...
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Season 2
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Episode 107
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30:23
How to Save Money on Car Insurance in 2025
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick© and special guest, insurance expert Jasmine Walker of Brightway Insurance, delve into the complexities of car insurance. They discuss the rising costs of insurance, the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 106
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30:55
Why Modern Car Paints Suck (and How to Keep Yours Looking Good Anyway!)
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick© and guest, Dr. Swirl Killer, discuss the decline in the quality of car paint, the challenges of the trendy matte paint finishes, and why GM black paint is the worst in the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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30:41
What 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 dow...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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29:16
Is the Cybertruck Really That Bad?
In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick provides a critical analysis of the Tesla Cybertruck, discussing its controversial design, material choices, practicality, safety concerns, and cost. The conversation highlights the vehicle's...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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23:45
BREAKING NEWS: US Automakers Granted 30 Day Tariff Exemption!
SummaryIn this episode, The Car Chick discusses the recent tariff situation affecting the automotive industry, particularly focusing on the one-month exemption granted to major automakers. The Car Chick explains the existing USMCA...
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How Old is Too Old for a Used Car?
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick discusses the considerations for buying older used cars, especially for teenagers. She explores the factors that determine “how old is too old” for a used car, including ...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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23:42
Is Your Car Spying On You?
In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick shares why she chooses to drive an “old” car and explores the complexities of modern automotive technology. She delves into the vast amounts of data collected by cars today, the privacy impli...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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35:22
The Car Chick: A Journey of Women’s Empowerment
SummaryIn this 100th episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick reflects on her journey into the automotive world, sharing her origin story, the evolution of her brand, and her commitment to empowering women in car buying. She d...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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27:31
What Are the Best Cars for Seniors?
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick discusses the unique needs of seniors when it comes to selecting a vehicle. She shares personal experiences with her own mother and insights on what to consider when choo...
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Season 2
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Episode 99
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30:14
Are Hondas and Toyotas Still Reliable?
SummaryIn this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick discusses the evolving reliability of Honda and Toyota, two brands historically known for their dependability. She examines recent issues, recalls, and the impact of tech...
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Season 2
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Episode 98
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26:08
The Most Exciting New and Redesigned Car Models Arriving in 2025
In 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...
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Season 2
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Episode 97
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30:41