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!
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 117
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Confessions of a Rental Car Ninja: The Dos, Don’ts, and WTFs for Renting Cars
Summary
In 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 s…
The Bucket List: Why Driving a Supercar on a Racetrack Should Be on Yours
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In 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 bucke…
Fatal Mistakes: What Driver’s Ed Isn’t Teaching Teen Drivers (or Adults!)
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In 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…
Stay Cool and Save Money: Your Summer Guide to Car A/C Systems
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In 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 impo…
What Does 'Made in America' Mean for Cars in 2025?
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In 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, …
From Autopilot to I, Robot: The 6 Levels of Autonomous Driving Explained
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In 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 …
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 techn…
The Evolution of Car Safety Technologies
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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 dr…
The Rise of Women-Only Rideshare Services
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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 alarmi…
How to Save Money on Car Insurance in 2025
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In 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 …
Why Modern Car Paints Suck (and How to Keep Yours Looking Good Anyway!)
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In 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 G…
What Cars are Most and Least Affected by the 25% Tariffs?
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In 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 industr…
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 co…
BREAKING NEWS: US Automakers Granted 30 Day Tariff Exemption!
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In 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 Ch…
How Old is Too Old for a Used Car?
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In 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 …
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 da…
The Car Chick: A Journey of Women’s Empowerment
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In 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 empowe…
What Are the Best Cars for Seniors?
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In 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 insight…
Are Hondas and Toyotas Still Reliable?
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In 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, …
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 shif…