Driving You Crazy
Society & Culture
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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!
Episodes
- E400 - How satisfied are you with your airline?
Michael Taylor from JD Power joins the Driving You Crazy podcast to discuss the 2026 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. The study
- E399 - How plastic ghost fishing nets can be turned into roadways
In episode E399 of Driving You Crazy, Dr. Jennifer Lynch of the Center for Marine Debris Research at Hawaii Pacific University discusses a study with the Hawaii Department of Transportation on the environmental safety of modified pavements…
- E398 - To fight a traffic ticket or not to fight, that is the question
Alex Guirguis, co-founder and CEO of Off The Record, joins Driving You Crazy to discuss a study on how men and women deal with traffic tickets differently. Off The Record is an app that connects users with local attorneys to fight tickets.
- E397 - Everything is trying to distract you from driving
Driving You Crazy episode E397 features Dr Dan Glaser, a General Motors Driver Distraction Engineer, discussing the psychology of distracted driving. The conversation covers how smartphones and human-computer interactions can lead to dange…
- E396 - Newest and greatest at the NY Auto Show
In episode E396 of Driving You Crazy, Sean Tucker of Kelley Blue Book shares updates on the latest vehicles from the New York Auto Show. The episode also discusses a legal ruling against red light cameras in Florida and potential speed lim…
- 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. S…
- 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…
- 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 funn…
- 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 enviro…
- 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…
- 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…
- 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 q…
- 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 wal…
- 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 Gene…
- 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 tech…
- 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 doin…
- 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 a…
- 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…
- 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 h…
- 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 b…
- 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 h…
- 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. Th…
- 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…
- 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 g…
- 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 kne…
- 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 pla…
- 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 sy…
- 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…
- 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 ho…
- 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 Est…
- 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 drive…
- 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.…
- 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 sayi…
- 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,…
- 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, th…
- 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…
- 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 s…
- 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 Laans…
- E362 - Why buy your own RV when you can just share one?
Have you ever wanted to try a trip in an RV but wanted something more personalized than showing up at RV America? This episode I visit with Maddi Bourgerie, the director of communications and travel expert spokesperson at RVShare to talk a…
- E361 - Can solar energy really power a car every day?
One of the most unique vehicles shown at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show was a three wheeled vehicle that generates some of its power from solar panels and is selling for about $40,000. This episode I visit with Steve Fambro, Aptera…
- E360 - How much does driving on rough, congest and unsafe roads really cost us every year?
The private nonprofit organization TRIP that researches, evaluates and distributes economic and technical data on surface transportation issues sent out a study saying Colorado drivers lose $11.4 billion per year driving on roads that are…
- E359 - The hyperloop is not only possible but on the way to becoming reality
Where is the hyperloop? Right now it is down in Pueblo, Colorado and it is being constructed and tested by the company SwissPod. This episode I speak with Denis Tudor, CEO & Co-founder of Swisspod Technologies as we talk about the hyperloo…
- E358 - In just one day over 250-thousand drivers illegally passed a stopped school bus
Drivers passing school buses could be one of the most under reported serious issues in the driving world. One company is trying to bring an end to it with the help of automated technology. The company BusPatrol installs cameras and AI tech…
- E357 - I'll meet you at the intersection of AI and fleet insurance
Transportation is evolving very quickly to the point it is challenging for fleets and insurance companies and governments to keep up. This episode I have a conversation with Joel Black, a Vice President with the Lockton Companies said to b…
- E356 - The realities of cold weather charging of EV's
This is the first winter for new EV owners so they need to learn about cold weather charging and cold weather limitations of their batteries. This episode I speak with Michael Boehm, General Manager with Juice Americas as we talk about col…
- E355 - Do I really need specialty winter tires
Do you really need winter tires or special tires for your electric vehicle? Those are frequent questions by car owners so I invited TJ Campbell, information and testing manager with Tire Rack to answer those and all questions regarding tir…
- E354 - The LA Auto show & the most common arguments in airports
This episode I get to visit with Jeff Glucker, Senior Editor at AutoTrader.com as he stands at the Los Angeles auto show. We talk about what are the new trends, the unique brands, the new safety technology and of course the overload of new…
- E353 - Are there not enough parking spaces or can we just not find them
Finding parking in some cities can be a real pain. This episode I speak with Matt DiBari, Chief Product Officer at SpotHero about how they connect people who are looking for parking with an available space. Also, NYC passed their congestio…
- E352 - I imagine Fast and the Furious isn't your favorite movie
There has been talk and even legislation moving towards mandatory installation and use of Intelligent Speed Assistance devices in all vehicles. They are already being used by some fleets and some courts to mandate how people drive. I wante…
- E351 - 15 seconds later the car was engulfed in flames
What would you do if you woke up after a crash and you were trapped in a burning car with seconds left to get out? That is the story of Sam Orbovich who was faced with that exact situation. This episode I speak with Sam about his ordeal an…