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Bumper to Bumper Radio, the car guys on KTAR, 92.3 FM in Phoenix, AZ, broadcast every Saturday from 11:00 am to noon. On this show, Dave Riccio of Tri-City Transmission in Tempe, AZ and Matt Allen of Virginia Auto Service in Phoenix, AZ talk about the ways that colder temperatures will affect your car or truck and how to keep your vehicle running smoothly throughout the winter. Also on this show:

  • Update on the Summer of Love benefiting Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
  • How lower temperatures will affect your tires.
  • Why your transmission fluid will be lower in the winter.
  • Which fluids are affected by lower temperatures and how to avoid leaks.
  • How your cooling system may be malfunctioning in the winter.
  • Common check engine light problem during cooler temperatures.
  • 2016 Chevrolet Silverado: Are there any specific oils you recommend for optimum fuel economy?
  • 2012 Hyundai Sonata: I’m hearing a clicking noise during turns. What might be causing this?
  • 2009 Chevrolet Pickup: How often should I use my four wheel drive?


Cars talked about on this show are the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, and the 2009 Chevrolet Pickup.

Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener diagnose a brake issue with their Toyota Rav4.