Thank You Veterans, October U.S. Auto Sales, 4 Car Maintenance Services Performed Too Often, Plus 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2025 Genesis G80 Test Drives

November 8, 2024

Dear Car Pro Family,

I hope you enjoyed your extra hour of sleep last Sunday. Today, we start off with our annual Tribute to Veterans. Please take a moment and read the tribute and watch the video. Then next Monday, do something nice for a Veteran, even if it is just a quick phone call.

Also below, I have the October sales results from the car companies that report monthly, a list of the semifinalists for the North America Car, Truck, and SUV of the year, the most prestigious of all the awards. The winner of the best-looking police cruiser for this year, and I tell you which insurance companies have the best record of the most important factor: Satisfying policyholders who have a claim.

My favorite time of year is coming soon, and SiriusXM is playing Christmas music now, and so is the radio station I own in Granbury, TX. 24/7 jolliness awaits you! How is your vision? Read below (if you can see it) about your vision and how it affects your driving. I know, I just had surgery on one eye and another surgery coming up in a couple of weeks. Is Toyota planning a competitor to the Ford Bronco? Kinda looks that way in the story below.

Be sure to check out our all new Car Pro Merchandise and don’t miss Kim Komando’s report on protecting your social security number, this is critical!

In advice today, we discuss servicing your vehicle and how to avoid unneeded repairs. Self-employed and business owners, our annual guide to Tax Code 179 is below and it’s time to do something, it could save you tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars.

In reviews, I have the 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale Tributo Italiano plug-in hybrid SUV for you, it’s a ton of fun. Our Amy Plemons reviews the gorgeous 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige luxury sedan. Speaking of beautiful cars, if you have a kid interested in cars and art, don't miss the article on the Bill Neale Award. Our Amy Plemons is the Chair and they can win some cash!

Plus, a TON of other information and news you will enjoy, including my video of the week we talk about on the air all the time! If you have never been to our FAQ page, take a minute and peruse the categories, something there will interest you for sure:

You’ll find the following stories and more info as you scroll down the newsletter:

We so appreciate all of you who take this newsletter and listen to the show every week. We know that without you, there is no Car Pro Radio Show. So always let us know when we can help you. If you have not been there lately, take a look at our website, www.carpro.com, it changes all the time!

Have a terrific week. See you on the radio!

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I hope every Veteran has a great day this Monday, November 11. In honor of all who have served in our Armed Forces, and those who serve today, we offer this Tribute to Veterans, and say thank you for your service to America from all of us at the Car Pro Show…

It is the VETERAN not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion.
It is the VETERAN not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the VETERAN not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the VETERAN not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble.
It is the VETERAN not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the VETERAN not the politician, who has given us the right to vote.
It is the VETERAN who salutes the Flag,
It is the VETERAN who serves under the Flag.

ETERNAL REST GRANT THEM O LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON THEM. May God Bless them all!

Click Here for a special poem →

Finally, a listener sent me this very moving video. I would encourage you to spend a few minutes watching, it really brings it into perspective. Watch the VIdeo→

Well, yours truly had a cataract removed and a lens implanted just last week. I’ll have the other eye done in about two weeks. The reason? I could not see as well driving at night as I once could. That is not a good formula for someone who reviews cars and has a tendency to drive too fast. It seems I am not alone. Check out this eye-opening new study from AAA that highlights the importance of wearing your eyewear when driving and getting regular eye exams. It also finds more than 6 in 10 U.S. drivers rely on prescription eyewear behind the wheel.

The latest CarPro.com | Vehicle for Good partnership sweepstakes: the 'Classic Ford Bronco' campaign ROCKS ON with THE CARPRO EXCLUSIVE OFFER! Just $75 now gets you 10,000 entries! But there are only 1000 of these exclusive chances available so don’t miss out!!!

By entering, you can help beat homelessness, give kids access to sports and win a fully restored Classic Ford Bronco. This custom built beauty is valued at $259,000, but you can choose $150,000 in cash if you prefer.

Plus, all entries are tax deductible!

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I'm a big fan of consumer-technology advice guru Kim Komando. She also has her own radio show and we're on many of the sase radio stations across America. She does for her listeners and newsletter subscribers exactly what I endeavor to do: Give you useful information to keep you up to date on the latest in cars, only she does it with technology and there is nobody who does it better.

This week I want to direct your attention to her new cybersecurity post on a topic that concerns us all. It's about identity theft, a topic I talk about a lot in the newsletter. It's very likely that your social security number has probably been leaked on the internet at some point. She'll share some steps you can take to protect your identity.

Check out her tips to protect your identity here →

Friends, we have been publishing the latest rules and eligible vehicles list for Tax Code 179 for over a decade. Many of you wait until the last minute to make your purchase. Many wait until right after Christmas, but things can happen that could cause you to miss the December 31, 2024 deadline. I encourage you to reach out to one of our Certified CarPro Friends at a CarPro approved dealership NOW. They will help you figure out how to get the eligible vehicle you want by the end of the year, or worst case, have a VIN so you can complete the paperwork by December 31, 2024.

Click here for our 2024 Guide →

Disclaimer: While every effort was made to make sure this list is accurate, Car Pro Radio Network, CarPro and its affiliates are not responsible for errors or omissions.

Always consult with your tax professional.

SPECIAL THANKS TO CPAs BILL & SUSAN CATON FOR THEIR HELP DECIPHERING THIS COMPLICATED TAX CODE.

CALL FOR ENTRIES! Do you have a high school student or grandchild who loves cars and art? Encourage them to enter the Bill Neale Automotive Fine Art Award for High School Students! The award honors the legacy of the renowned Dallas-based artist who passed away in 2021. Our own Amy Plemons is Chair of the Award that is hosted by the Texas Auto Writers Association. Entries are accepted through February 12th, 2025 and there are cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place! For more details head to the official award website here.

If you are searching for a particular new or used vehicle, we can help you! The best news is, if you use CarPro to search, when you find the car of your dreams it will be at a CarPro approved dealership.

Best of all, it’s simple to use. Choose new, used, or certified. You can select the make and model, or find a price range you are looking at. Choose the number of miles you are willing to travel and enter your zip code.

From there, you can look through all your matches, knowing you are shopping at a dealership I have handpicked that adheres to the high standards I require.

Start your search on the front page of CarPro.com. If you don't find the car of your dreams, check back regularly.

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We would love to help you in any way possible! Keep in mind, we don’t take mechanical questions, but everything else is great!

The Car Pro Radio Show is heard every weekend all over the United States, and every weekend we deliver straight talk and honest answers about everything automotive. We would greatly appreciate it if you would take a moment and tell a friend about the show.

Recent additions to our affiliate family include:

KLXX 1270 AM Bismark-Madan North Dakota
- Saturday 5p to 6p CT (Replay)
KKTK AM 1400/FM 97.1 in Texarkana, TX
- Saturday: 12 noon to 3 pm CT (Replay)
KQEW 102.3 FM in Fordyce, Arkansas
- Saturday 5PM - 8PM CT (Replay)

Most of our listeners tell us that they never thought they would look forward to a show about cars. You may have friends or relatives who feel the same way in the cities below, please make them aware.

Here are the DFW markets the show airs in, times, and stations, and don't forget you can now listen to WBAP on the FM dial at 93.3 FM!

Dallas, TX: WBAP 820 AM/93.3 FM/99.5 HD 2, Saturday 9am to 11am Central
Dallas, TX: KRLD 1080 AM, Saturday 2pm to 4pm Central (replay)
Granbury, TX: KPIR 1420 AM, Saturday 11am to 2pm Central

WBAP DFW Podcast Here →
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Our Annual Salute To Veterans

Straight Talk and Honest Answers

U.S. Auto Sales

2024 October Auto Sales

EV Market Conditions: New and Used

Your Vision and Safe Driving

It's That Time! Kevin's Famous Holiday Recipes!

Win A Classic Ford Bronco: 10K Entries For Just $75!

On The Road: Test Drives

Bumper to Bumper

North American Car, Truck and Utility Of The Year Semifinalists

Finalists will be announced later this month.

SiriusXM Kicks Off The Holiday Season

Ford Bronco Fighter From Toyota?

Lucid Gravity Orders Being Taken Now

Politics Taking A Lesser Role With EV Buyers

Best-Looking Police Cruiser Contest Winner

Auto Insurance Claim Satisfaction

Weekly Recalls

Our 2024 Tax Code 179 Guide Is Here!

Automotive Art Contest For High School Students!

Check Out Our Newsletter Archive Page!

It's Here! The CarPro Merchandise Shop!

Our Factory Incentive Guide

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FAQ: Research Your Questions Before You Shop

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Classic Car Contest: Win An AutoHeatShield!

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