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Tom Magliozzi

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Tom Magliozzi and his brother Ray Magliozzi have announced a mock presidential run, campaigning under the slogan “Two Zeros and Zero Zero.” The announcement, delivered on The Best of Car Talk, sees the duo attempting to leverage their status as the Tappet Brothers to win the highest office in the land.

Beyond the campaign trail, Tom Magliozzi remains focused on the mechanics of automotive repair. While discussing listener inquiries, he reaffirmed his commitment to the show's core mission, stating, “We're here to discuss cars, car repair, and a plea for new puzzlers.” It is a return to form for the pair, who continue to balance their comedic banter with practical advice.

The tone remains characteristically sharp, with Ray Magliozzi maintaining the household dynamic by calling out his brother's antics. When addressing safety concerns regarding scooters, he remarked, “Well, you're a mean, rotten little kid.” This lighthearted friction between the two hosts continues to be the primary engine driving the show's enduring appeal.

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The Best of Car Talk

Tom Magliozzineutralfrom “The Tappet Brothers' Presidential Campaign and Fuel Injection Queries”

Co-host of Car Talk and co-candidate for President of the United States.

“"Tom and Ray Magliozzi, AKA Click and Clack, the Tappet brothers, have thrown their coveralls into the ring and announced their co-candidacy for President of the United States. Running under the campaign slogan Two Zeros and Zero Zero-"”

Ray Magliozzineutralfrom “Melissa's Motor Scooter Dilemma”

Host of the show who confirms the dangers of riding scooters in traffic.

“[laughs] Well, you're a mean, rotten little kid. What do you want? [laughs] Look, here's the deal. Your mother is absolutely right. Man, these things are-”

Tom Magliozzineutralfrom “Car Talk: Overdrive, Puzzlers, and Public Transit”

Host of Car Talk, discussing overdrive and puzzler submissions.

“Ha. We're back. You're listening to Car Talk with us, Click and Clack, the Tappet brothers, and we're here to discuss cars, car repair, and a plea for new puzzlers.”