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Driving You Crazy
by Jayson Luber
Let’s talk transportation, traffic, transit and what’s driving you crazy as you try to get from here to there, no matter how you do it. Longtime Denver traffic expert Jayson Luber looks at the big issues in transportation, traffic, transit and whatever is driving you crazy. Come join us on the road well traveled!
Episodes
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E412 - National automotive expert Nik Miles on all things automotive
This episode I have the pleasure of chatting with renowned national automotive expert Nik Miles who was offered up to talk about roadtripping with pets but I decided to talk about the used car market, tariffs, EV’s, Chinese cars, autonomous vehicles and what he would drive if money were no…
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E411 - What exactly is a peer-to-peer EV charging network?
What if you needed a quick charge for your EV and you are nowhere near a traditional charger? That is where peer-to-peer charging comes to help. This episode I speak with Sam Syed, co-founder of EVchargeME, a Colorado based startup that is a peer-to-peer EV charging network powered entirely by...
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E410 - How kids are protected in a crash differently than adults
It is Child Passenger Safety Week and this episode I am joined by Suzanne Johansson, General Motors lead engineer for child passenger safety to talk about the changes in technology to vehicles and restraints that focus on child safety as well as the safety of adults in the same vehicle. All that...
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E409 - The future of radio traffic reporting as we talk traffic with Smilin Mark McKay
What is the future of traffic reporting on the radio and on TV? Bleak says a long time traffic guy in Atlanta. Doug Turnbull, traffic anchor for WXIA TV (11 Alive) in Atlanta wrote an article in the AJC titled: Making the case for traffic experts during Atlanta road jams. Management for WXIA...
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E408 - Why are there more older people now who are learning to drive for the first time
Did you know there are more middle aged adults who are learning to drive for the first time than in recent history? That is the findings from the traffic education company Zutobi who says more US adults are learning to drive for the first time even in their 50’s. Anna Mishchenko, head of...
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E407 - An interesting way for your car to make a good smelling first impression
Do you have a hard time making the inside of your car smell good? I saw a product come to my inbox that was unique enough that I had some followup questions. It’s called Crush, the scented floormat and I invited Phil Cohen, CEO of Simplifyber, maker of Crush to be on the show to talk more about…
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E406 - Would you drive better if you were paid to drive better?
Would you drive better if you were paid to drive better? That was what a team of researchers wanted to find out and the results are very interesting. Joining me in this episode to talk about the research, why they did it, what the findings were and what we do with this information is Dr Erin…
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E405 - Is it time to pull robotaxis off the road?
Are robotaxis and other autonomous vehicles coming to our streets too quickly? That is the view of Amy Witherite of the Witherite Law Group who asks this question, is it time to pull robotaxis off the road? Ms Witherite joins me to answer that question and to explain why. Plus a response from…
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E404 - Is GM's venture with CarBravo just another Carvana or Carmax?
With 38 million used cars expected to be sold this year alone, there are a lot of places to get your next vehicle. General Motors thinks they have a better option for where you buy that previously owned car called CarBravo. What is it and why should I care? To answer those questions and much more...
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E403 - You might have a tough time finding oil for your next oil change
Nearly half of the base oil used to make synthetic motor oil in the US originates from the Middle East. Industry analysts say that even with shipping stabilizing, we could see shortages that will affect your next oil change into next year. To talk about this and much more about the global supply...
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E402 - Why is private aviation growing so quickly?
I was sent a note saying the private aviation companies are booming right now. I found that interesting and wondered if private aviation is just for the C-Suite folks or can anyone get on board. TO answer those questions and so much more, I invited Barry Shevlin, CEO of FlyUSA to be here on the...
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E401 - I hear you are having a hard time with your ears in this plane
The problem is called Airplane Ear and it is one of those nearly universal problems we all have when flying. I was contacted by a place called HearUSA about this problem and after talking to one of our morning reporters about her very painful experience, I decided to invite Dr Natalie Calderon, a...
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E400 - How satisfied are you with your airline?
The data analytics company that studies customer satisfaction released their 2026 North America Airline Satisfaction Study that shows passengers are generally happy with the state of travel. With all the recent news surrounding just the opposite, I found the findings interesting so I invited...
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E399 - How plastic ghost fishing nets can be turned into roadways
Hawaii has a plastic problem, both on land and in their ocean. This episode I visit with Dr Jennifer Lynch, Co-Director of the Center for Marine Debris Research at Hawaii Pacific University who teamed up with the Hawaii Department of Transportation to study if modified pavements made with…
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E398 - To fight a traffic ticket or not to fight, that is the question
How you deal with a traffic ticket is much different depending on if you are a man or a woman. So says the ticket fighting service called Off The Record, an app where you upload your ticket and they will connect you with a local attorney to fight your ticket. While the findings of their study are...
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E397 - Everything is trying to distract you from driving
The smart phone could be the most distraction inducing device ever created by man. When you mix that with driving a vehicle, you can get disastrous results. This episode I’m speaking with Dr Dan Glaser, General Motors Driver Distraction Engineer and expert in human-computer interactions to talk...
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E396 - Newest and greatest at the NY Auto Show
It is auto show season and this time we go to the floor of the New York City Auto show and talk to Sean Tucker, Managing Editor, Kelley Blue Book to get an update on all the latest and greatest vehicles at the show. Also, red light cameras lost a legal battle in Florida and Virginia could put…
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E395 - Will I still be able to modify my car however I want?
There are as many reasons why millions of people modify and customize their vehicles as there are people. However, these types of modifications are not currently covered by auto industry regulations which opens the door to safety issues. Should car owners have the freedom to modify their cars…
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E394 - Many drivers have a favorite car brand to hate, their distrust may be warranted
If you have the money to buy a new car, what matters most to you? Price, features, size, powertrain? Cars.com released their 2026 best new car awards and I’ve invited Mike Hanley, Cars.com senior road test editor to talk about it. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact:...
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E393 - Is there ever a right time to buy a car?
Is it time to buy a new or used car? How are tariffs affecting prices and what are the best foods to eat in a car? I cover all of that and more with Brian Moody, executive editor at Kelly Blue Book. Plus I open the mail bag and have a funny story about the opening song to the DYC podcast. All…
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E392 - Big salt might be great on a steak but it's not so great for the roads
Road salt is a necessary evil during the winter. It is great for melting snow and ice but too much of it isn’t great for the surrounding plants and animals. How much is too much and is there a happy balance between driver safety and environmental impact? That is what my guest in this episode has...
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E391 - Getting to know the Northwest Parkway for the first time in 20 years
It has been 20 years since I have spoken to anyone with the Northwest Parkway tollway in metro Denver. It was worth the wait. This episode my guest is Mathieu Lisbonis, the CEO of Northwest Parkway. The parkway is just 9 miles in NW Metro Denver but it could be the key connection to an expansion...
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E390 - Just let the driverless cars drive themselves
Some people are out to stop the progress of self driving cars. My guest today has a message for them, back off. This episode I speak to Ed Tarnowski about his opinion piece in Reason.com titled, “The new Luddites want to pump the brakes on driverless cars.” All that and more on the Driving You...
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E389 - Where are we going in 2026
The website Going.com sent me their Going’s 2026 State of Travel & Flight Deals article so naturally we have to talk about it. So what are the travel trends for 2026 and were are we all going? To answer that as well as some of my asinine questions is Katie Nastro, travel expert at Going.com. All...
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E388 - Is this the new evolution of the back and forth car bying experience?
One of the most annoying activities has to be walking into a car dealership to buy a car. New or used. What if you could tell someone what kind of car you want and have an AI bot help negotiate the deal for you so all you have to do is walk in and sign the paperwork? That is what Zach Shefska…
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E387 - What large city tansit can learn from small town transit
I was sent an email asking me to look into a small, rural Canadian transit system that they say has solved a problem that stumps most small cities, viable public transit. To talk about what they are doing I invited on the show Hillary Geneau with the township of North Grenville, Canada and Mary...
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E386 - We get it, safety starts with a click
I debated whether to play this interview or let it go but ultimately decided to present it to you for your consideration. I explain the entire issue before my guest, Kendra Blocker with General Motors talking about seatbelt safety and technology and safety and history and safety and future...
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E385 - The AI autonomous driving revolution might happen faster than anyone thinks
What if a car could drive autonomously the same way you drive a car? Where it just goes anywhere and everywhere with no limitations of mapping or GPS or internet connectivity. That is what the folks at the AI company called Imagry are doing right now. They say it is the biggest leap in autonomous...
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E384 - The newest and coolest from the floor of the LA Auto Show
The Los Angeles Auto Show is one of the year's best and this year is no exception. Joining me is Mike Danger, Senior Editor, with Kelley Blue Book from the floor of the show as we talk about the trends and new offerings at the show. That and wait until you hear what I found after Googling my…
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E383 - What America’s driving habits reveal about road safety
We first open the mail bag to answer a few of the more interesting questions I have received lately. Then I visit with Dayna Edens with a website called ConsumerAffairs, not to be confused with Consumer Reports, to chat about their driver study that looked at driver knowledge of driving laws,...
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E382 - Can AI be both helpful and harmful when booking your next trip?
Artificial Intelligence is becoming more and more pervasive including when we are searching for the next, best vacation. The website Talker Research recently published their 2025 Travel Trend Report that included a section that looked at how people are using AI in travel. To talk more about this…
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E381 - How to live your life after a crash
Experiencing a crash, either as a driver or a passenger can have longer lasting effects on the mind than the body. For some, driving becomes a chore that can be very difficult to deal with. I was contacted by someone who thought it would be good for me to chat with Janelle Lawrence. Janelle wrote…
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E380 - How to solve the problem of getting students to and from school when the bus isn't there
Getting kids to or from school can be a real challenge for some families especially if the bus service isn’t reliable. There is a service called HopSkipDrive that describes themselves as a leader in supplemental student transportation. I have a ton of questions about how it works for students…
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E379 - Electrifying some of the world's most iconic cars
There is no doubt that electrification of vehicles is the future but what happens to the old, classic cars we know and love? There is a company in the UK called Everrati that is electrifying some classic vehicles from the chassis on up. They say this is the intersection of electrification, luxury...
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E378 - The TSA isn't perfect but it is better than the alternative
Aviation security has changed and morphed over the years. Some say in good ways and others in terrible ways. The next big evolution in aviation security is biometric screenings including facial recognition software. To talk more about that and where we have come is someone who was…
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E377 - Has artificial intelligence finally solved the traveling salesman problem?
The traveling salesman problem is basically figuring out how to make the most amount of stops in the most efficient way. With the help of AI, Adiona Tech believes they are on the cusp of solving that problem, but there is still a ways to go. How does it all work and how will deliveries in the...
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E376 - Yes, stop on red week really is a thing
Artificial intelligence continues to take over the traffic world, especially in the world of traffic cameras used for enforcement of speeding, red light running and passing school buses. There is a company called Verra Mobility that is knee deep into all of these kinds of, what they call traffic...
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E375 - Where to go on vacation when you want to take your whole home with you
There is another service for people with RV’s or campers that will connect them with unique places to park overnight. This service is called RV Overnights and in this episode I speak to Co-Founder Rob Case about the service, the unique places to stay and the popularity of RV travel. Also, a quick...
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E374 - At the intersection of AI and roadside data
The future of traffic information is all about data collection and then interpretation with artificial intelligence. There is a company based in Canada called Quarterhill that is working on driving advancement technology through tolling systems, enforcement and intelligent transportation...
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E373 - Should you refuse to take the test if you're suspected of a DUI?
Let me start by saying I detest drunk driving. That said, the Colorado Department of Transportation sent out a press release saying more than half of all drivers who were contacted for suspected DUI refused to take a toxicology test. There are lawyers on social media who will persuade you to not...
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E372 - Is dashcam one word or two?
I think every car should have a dash cam in it as does my guest. This episode I visit with Matthew Richie, Operations Manager for The Dashcam Store in Austin, Texas about how they work, privacy concerns, features, prices, operations and how fleets are using them to help their business. All that…
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E371 - Is city street parking undervalued, underpriced and misused?
What is the true value of curb parking? That is the topic of a piece from long time parking expert John Conway who says curb parking is routinely undervalued, underpriced and misused. His piece, linked down below, is titled: Prime Real Estate, Rock-Bottom Price - The Politics of Parking. All that...
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E370 - To make a left or not make a left, that is the question
Should left turns be eliminated, especially in downtown, urban areas? That is the suggestion from Penn State University Professor Vikash Gayah who joins me to talk about all the reasons why in his studies eliminating lefts would make drivers safer and the commute more efficient. All that and more...
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E369 - Up, up and away in my beautiful gondola
Could the same gondola that is used to haul skiers up a mountain be the solution to move people easily around a city? There is a new push in Denver by a local businessman to try and vet the idea but someone else says it was his idea first. Joining me today is local business owner and gondola fan...
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E368 - Is comprehending English critical when drving a truck?
Are you allowed to change lanes in an intersection? I have the answer and one listener's voicemail. Also, President Trump signed an executive order requiring all commercial truck drivers in the US to demonstrate proficiency in English saying it is a critical safety matter. After one of our…
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E367 - Can't get a hydrogen cell car, try this kit instead
Drivers are always looking for ways to increase their gas mileage. One of the more unique ways to do that is with a hydrogen fuel assist kit that you install in the engine compartment of your car. This episode I speak with Richie Waddell, the founder of Hydro Club USA about his hydrogen fuel...
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E366 - What is new and exciting at the NY International Auto Show
It is auto show season so this episode I visit with Brian Moody, executive editor at Autotrader as he reports from the floor of the New York International Auto Show. We talked about tariffs, the overall trend and styles of the vehicles, the new features including self driving and what he thinks…
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E365 - Taking rideshare safety to a whole new stream
Until now the only way you might know if one of your friends was in trouble during their Uber or Lyft ride was a call or text. Now you can go along with your friends on that rideshare trip in real time and help keep them out of a possible dangerous situation. This episode I visit with Dillon…
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E364 - The future of tariffs, sedans and electric cars with KIA America
This episode I visit with James Bell, head of corporate communications at KIA America about all things cars including how tariffs could realistically affect vehicle prices, the comeback of the sedan, the future of hybrid cars and will we see a time where cars go back to buttons and knobs. All…
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E363 - Teledriving could be the next great leap in remote driving technology
We’ve all heard of telecommuting but how about teledriving? It is brand new, revolutionary technology that is coming to a road near you thanks to the Estonian company called Elmo. This episode I speak with founder and CEO of Elmo Enn Laansoo Jr from the floor of the Mobile World Conference taking...
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Let’s talk transportation, traffic, transit and what’s driving you crazy as you try to get from here to there, no matter how you do it. Longtime Denver traffic expert Jayson Luber looks at the big issues in transportation, traffic, transit and whatever is driving you crazy. Come join us on the road well traveled!
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