Ron Ananian The Car Doctor

Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor, dives right in this week. Main Topics Discussed in This Episode: Technology and Driver Dependence: Ron discusses Forward Collision Alert (FCA) technology in GM vehicles. Expresses concerns about drivers relying too much on technology rather than developing safe driving habits. Questions whether safety features like automatic braking make drivers complacent. Cheap Auto Parts and Their Consequences: A caller, Chris from New Jersey, shares an experience with a Volkswagen alternator issue. After multiple failed repairs using low-quality parts, a higher-quality alternator resolved the problem. Ron warns against the increasing availability of poor-quality car parts and mechanics opting for cheaper alternatives. He criticizes the "race to the bottom" in auto parts and urges consumers to demand better-quality components. Brake System Issues in Older Vehicles: Another caller, David from Idaho, discusses braking problems in his 1999 GMC Suburban. Ron suggests diagnostic tests, su