This episode was the 11th episode produced, but aired last in the first season. It's proper placement is preceding "Apprentice" parts 1 & 2.
This episode has the first appearance of Overload, a villain created specifically for this animated series.
According to director Alex Soto, "Car Trouble" was definitely an homage to American Graffiti (1973). That was something he and producer Glen Murakami talked about. This episode was also produced when the whole The Fast and the Furious (2001), Honda, fast cars phenomenon was happening, and the creative team wanted to hit on that as well.
The characters of Sammy and Cash are named after series producer, Sam Register - Sammy is for Sam and Cash for Register.
This episode features the first appearance of the T-Car, a vehicle created by Cyborg and serves as the Teen Titans' main mode of land transportation.