Show notes
This episode was recorded live on Friday, June 5, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI. This week, Glenn Markley takes the helm solo while Nathan is away, delivering a jam-packed automotive episode covering car safety recalls, fascinating automotive history, and practical do-it-yourself maintenance tips. Glenn opens with two fresh Ford recalls — a dangerous ball joint separation issue affecting the Bronco Sport and Maverick, and a seatbelt locking defect on the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition. He then takes a deep dive into the top 10 longest-running vehicle nameplates in history, from the Porsche 911 and Ford Mustang to the Chevrolet Suburban's surprising 90-year run. Along the way, Glenn shares the story of the very first Mustang ever sold and throws out an automotive trivia question that gets answered live on air. Caller Mike from Cranston joins with great insight on recalls, Hyundai and Kia theft prevention, and a memorable spare tire story. Glenn wraps up with a continued road trip prep series, this time focused on things you can do yourself — from checking fluids and changing air filters to lubricating door locks and inspecting tire pressure. Sponsors and Affiliates: Hillview Auto Body – Johnston, Rhode Island. Gold Class Certified, over 45 years of quality collision repair. Quality you can see, service you can trust. Lydia Smith, Realtor – Century 21 Stahirsky Agency – Over 15 years of experience in Northern Rhode Island real estate. Get a month free of podcasting service with Libsyn using the link and promo code 'NATHAN' below. Sign up & have your voice heard—everywhere! Get on Apple & Spotify, get critical stats & everything you need to sound your best and grow your show!! - https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=NATHAN Advertise with us: https://nathanmarkley.net/advertise Have an automotive question for our "Ask a Mechanic" segment? Submit your questions here: https://nathanmarkley.net/askamechanic Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:50 Glenn Solo – Nathan Away 2:47 Ford Recall: Bronco Sport & Maverick Ball Joint 6:34 Ad Break – Lydia Smith, Century 21 8:02 Ford Recall: Lincoln Navigator & Expedition Seatbelt 10:30 Automotive Trivia Question – Four Interlocking Rings 11:28 Top 10 Longest-Running Car Nameplates 11:44 #10 – Porsche 911 (61 Years) 13:28 Ad Break – Hillview Auto Body 15:25 #9 – Ford Mustang (61 Years) 17:46 #8 – Mini / Mini Cooper (66 Years) 19:03 #7 – Mercedes-Benz S-Class (71 Years) 19:59 #6 – Toyota Crown (70 Years) 20:07 #5 – Chevrolet Corvette (Since 1953) 22:50 #4 – Toyota Land Cruiser (75 Years) 22:40 #3 – Volkswagen Transporter / ID Buzz (75 Years) 23:14 #2 – Ford F-Series (77 Years) 23:42 #1 – Chevrolet Suburban (90 Years) 24:14 Libsyn Ad 26:03 Caller Mike from Cranston – Trivia Answer & Recalls 32:52 Hyundai & Kia Theft Prevention Recall 39:54 DIY Car Maintenance Tips 47:51 Cabin Air Filter & Engine Air Filter 51:39 Tire Pressure, Door Locks & Wiper Blades 54:30 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off Listen to the show every Friday night at 6:05pm EST on WNRI 1380 AM 99.9 FM or online at https://wnri.com and Call in: 401-766-1380 | 1-800-949-WNRI. Help Spread The Word Share this episode and podcast with your family and friends. If you dug this episode, head over to Apple Podcast and kindly leave me a review and follow the show! Follow The Nathan Markley Show wherever you listen to podcasts! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nathan-markley-show/id1463188003 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eYdLQIaogTPzmYhQxA9vF YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nathanmarkley Website: https://www.nathanmarkley.net/ Follow Nathan on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/nathanmarkleyshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanmarkley0