Cars can test our patience like almost nothing else.

One day they're running perfectly...and the next day you're standing on the side of the road wondering why you didn't just take the bus.

In today's fun Friday episode we talk about the love-hate relationship so many people have with their vehicles. From the frustration of unexpected breakdowns to the relief of finally getting things sorted out, car ownership can feel like an emotional roller coaster.

I share a few stories from the shop, including a customer who walked in with the title to her car and said, "give me $500 and take it before I set it on fire in the middle of the road.

But here's the truth: it doesn't always have to be that way.

With patience, preventative maintenance, and the right guidance, most vehicles will pass through those frustrating phases an ...