Car Care Show PODCAST: 03.19.22 - Thieves Drilling Holes Into Gas Tanks
Good Saturday morning! Dustin Atwood and Sarah Myers talk about a variety of topics in the automotive industry, including: We've talked a lot about catalytic converter thefts, but there's now a few crime that you need to be aware of. Thieves are now drilling holes into gas tanks! Sarah shares a news story out of Atlanta, and then an article from Kansas City. Thieves are crawling under vehicles at night and stealing the gas they need, and then letting the rest leak out. So how do you make sure you won't be a victim? Sarah and Dustin talk preventative measures: park in a well-lit area, don't let your vehicle just sit for extended periods of time, and make sure you are aware of your surroundings. Dustin talks about how much it costs to repair a gas tank if it's damaged, and what vehicles will be the biggest target. In other news: inflation and shortages are still in the news. Dustin talks about a new shortage of R134A refrigerant. Dustin also talks about a few things happening around the shop.