Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: 'Auto Trends' Talks Candidly with a Black Female Urologist

Dr. Linda McIntire (Photo Credit: LM)

According to the American Urological Association, approximately 1.8 percent of today's urologist are Black. Black men over index in terms of being diagnosed and dying of prostate cancer compared to other groups. 

In fact, one in five Black men will develop prostate cancer in his lifetime. Unfortunately unlike with other groups, Black men will be hard pressed to locate a urologist from their community to aid in treating this silent disease.  

As we wind down National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Auto Trends with JeffCars.com, the longest running multicultural syndicated automotive program in North America, talks one-on-one for the first time with a urologist. Just like in the auto industry where it’s difficult to find a Black-owned new car dealership, it’s also the same in terms of locating a Black urologist.

Its Shop Time Mondays: GM Is Recalling 450,000 Large SUVs And Fullize Trucks

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Inoperative Low Brake Fluid Warning/FMVSS 135

Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V674000

Manufacturer General Motors, LLC

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

'Auto Trends' Kicks Off the 9th Season Talking to the 21st Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (Last Official Radio Talk))

Shailen Bhatt, the 21st Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, talks to 'Auto Trends' (Photo Credit: Wikipedia)

Auto Trends with JeffCars.com kicks off its ninth radio season talking with Administrator Shailen Bhatt. Bhatt, who served as the 21st administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, gives his last official radio interview, before stepping down to return to the private sector.

In a wide-ranging conversation, Bhatt who is the first person of Indian descent to lead the agency, talks about the role of managing the historic $350 billion-dollar Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to how the Federal Highway Administration is rectifying the racial divide in Black communities that was created by the federal highway system in the sixties.

2024 BMW i5 M60 AWD: The Brand's Midsize All-Electric High-Tech Performance Sedan

Highlight: This is one of the first BMWs that can change lanes via eye activation. The car must be equipped with the active lane change feature.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $ 95,395 (Base Model): $67,795

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; AWD; a tire pressure monitor system; a rear-view camera; a stability system; front collision mitigation; a park distance control; parking assistant and back up assistant; and a mobility kit

Standard Equipment (Base i5 eDrive40): 19-inch; rear wheel drive; 335-hp; power moonroof; power heated front seats; dual zone automatic climate control; leather free seats; fine wood dark oak high gloss trim  a non metallic paint; power folding side mirrors; parking assistant; a 13-inch curved digital instrument cluster and infotainment system; a cloud based navigation system; a Harman/Kardan premium sound system with SiriusXM; wireless device charging; a radar activated cruise control system; an interaction bar with ambient lighting; a keyless entry system; and a power trunk

Its Shop Time Mondays: Ford And Lincoln Are Recalling Over 90,000 Vehicles For Potential Engine Concerns

 

Engine Intake Valves May Break

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V635000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 90,736

Its Shop Time Mondays: BMW Is Recalling 720,000 Vehicles For Water Pump Concerns

 

Water Pump Connector May Short Circuit

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2024 Hyundai Santa Fe XRT AWD: The Midsize SUV Wears A Land Roverish Design

 

Highlight: This is Hyundai’s first vehicle to monitor one’s eyes determining the alertness of the driver.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $42,205 (Base Model: $35,565)

Seating Capacity: 6 to 7

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; a blind spot collision rear cross traffic avoidance system; a rearview camera; forward collision brakes; lane keep assist system; a high beam assist system; a driver assistance warning system; a heated side mirrors with turn signals; blind spot collision avoidance assistance; temporary spare tire and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Time Mondays: Ford Explorers Engine Failures Could Lead To A Fire

 

Engine Failure May Cause Fire

An engine compartment fire increases the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V598000

Manufacturer Ford Motor Company

Components ENGINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 85,238

2024 Chevy Blazer RS AWD: The Brand’s First Midsize EV Crossover

Highlight: The midsize sports utility vehicle shares a platform with the Cadillac Lryiq, Acura ZDX and Honda Prologue.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $60,215 (Base LT Model): $48,995

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; automatic emergency brakes; front pedestrian braking; a forward collision alert system; a following distance indicator; alane keep assistance system; a lane departure warning system; automatic high beam; a tire pressure monitoring system; OnStar; a rear camera; and a teen driver safety system; and a tire inflator kit

Its Shop Time Monday: BMW Is Recalling 105,000 Vehicles For Fire Risk Concerns

Starter Motor May Fail and Overheat

A starter motor that overheats can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V576000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 105,588

2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited Long Range AWD: The Brand’s Stylish Midsize EV Sedan

 

Highlight: The sloping rear trunk makes this one of the most streamlined EVs available today.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $55,975 (Base SE FWD Model: $37,500)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; a blindspot avoidance assist system; radar activated cruise control system; an automatic high beam assist system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a stability control system; a lane keep assist system; a rear traffic cross alert system; a rear view camera; a parking distance warning alert system; a driver attention warning system; a forward collision assist system; a co-pilot assist driving system; and a tire mobility kit

Its Shop Times Monday: Tesla Is Recalling 1.8 Million Vehicles For Hoods Opening While Driving

Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood

An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V554000

Manufacturer Tesla, Inc.

Components LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,849,638

2024 Subaru WRX TR AWD: A Performance Sedan Outfitted With A 6-Speed Manual Transmission

Highlight: This sporty sedan is available with a 6-speed manual transmission.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $ 42,755 (Base Model: $33,855)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; all-wheel drive; traction control; vehicle dynamic control; a high beam auto system; a rear camera; hill start assist system and a tire pressure monitoring system

Its Shop Times Monday: Almost 300,000 BMW X3s Are Being Recalled For Safety Concerns

 

Interior Rear Cargo Rail May Detach in Crash

Interior cargo rail detachment during a rear crash can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000

Manufacturer BMW of North America, LLC

Components STRUCTURE

Potential Number of Units Affected 291,112