Everyday Driver Car Debate

When you’re thinking about outright speed, will good dynamics take its place? Chris in TX has a gen 2 Viper GTS on his mind, but wants driving involvement. Then, Alex S. is tired of being slow in his Miata, so should he upgrade? Social media questions ask why design elements like door handles seem to be haphazard, why do journalists keep jabbering about numb steering, and would the guys ever consi...

Every 25 episodes, the guys host a livestream on YouTube taking all car questions – what’s on the minds of enthusiasts? Todd also discusses road tripping the Elise, and Paul takes questions about watches. Un-platforming electric vehicles are discussed, and the guys extrapolate what’s coming for the industry. Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and Season 9 commences on t...

While Todd vacations, Paul invites Nate (Cycle Report) to discuss Toyota’s product reveal, and offer debate suggestions! Aaron S. asks for cars that make him hot and bothered, and Keenan & Megan are looking for a fun, quirky, and obscure weekend car. Social media questions ask what makes for a good road trip vehicle, what electric bikes are worth investigating, and if you go on the Pilgrimage trip...

How do you get rid of a vehicle that’s part of the family? The guys discuss this question from CJ in Louisiana. Then, they debate flood cars for ‘Steve’ in Houston, who has seen his share of devastating rainstorms. Social media questions ask how you can tell if a car has hydraulic or electric steering assist, who makes the industry’s best and worst key fobs, and what is the Prius of watches?? Seas...

It’s disheartening to have so many problems with your car that you distrust it. What’s next for Eric T., who needs to replace the Alfa? Then, the debate for Andrew N. pits his financial brain against his enthusiast heart. Social media questions ask what road the guys would like to shoot, should anyone buy a car unless they need to, and what does ‘rotation’ refer to when describing a car’s characte...

For Topic Tuesday, listener Casey D. in Boise asks if his experiences are different enough? Sarah in Boston wonders if there are any fun SUVs to be found, so the guys debate choices. Social media questions ask what’s the oldest car the guys have driven, what’s the dumbest car parents have bought their kids, and what company provides the most standard features without bundling in trim packages? Sea...

When you have taste in cars and are unwilling to compromise, yet your budget demands that you must, what’s next? Michael W. in Phoenix is in this very situation, so the guys debate choices. Then, Nathan R. in IL awaits his free agent status once he turns in his lease. Social media questions ask if a Slingshot is ever an acceptable rental, how do you convince your neighbors you aren’t a drug dealer...

The guys usually have some rant about a car, and this episode is no different. For Topic Tuesday, Ben H. asks if your fun car should be the most valuable car you own? Then, Yasha in Dallas, TX has a second child due soon, but wants his whole family to experience fun Porsche group drives. Social media questions ask if high-budget one-car solutions are pointless, which cars have the most dramatic di...

The guys love it when new cars are announced, and cover the Lotus Emira reveal, BMW 2-series, Dodge eMuscle, and a car that’s been around a long time, the Nissan GT-R. Lucas and his wife Lauren in Portland are starting a family, but still want an engaging car. Then, Michael G. in Iowa is about to be an empty nester, and looking at track time. Social media questions ask what car type lends itself t...

What is next for cars? What kinds of features will appeal to the public? Most packaging realities are a given, like people and cargo, but what can car manufacturers do to keep buyers’ interest in new models? Ethan and his girlfriend Amanda love going on adventures together, and already have a useful car for that. But what about speed and handling? Social media questions ask if reverse lights shoul...

TV Season 9 begins July 3, 2021 on the Motor Trend cable channel at 7:30AM Eastern! Listener Ryan R. in SoCal is concerned about betraying his first love. We’re talking about cars, here! Then, Mark O. in north GA wonders what sacrifices one must make to gain a new experience. Social media questions ask how you buy an in-demand car when it’s far away, what cars should the big 3 U.S. makers bring ba...

Sometimes the car choices are obvious – other times, not so much. The guys take on a  debate for Jeff in CA, who wonders if he should increase the budget and delay his gratification or go for something now? Lance R. also wonders if he should take a Faustian bargain and try to commit to a car longer-term. Social media questions ask what sort of driving career the guys would choose, what does ‘platf...

Cars for various professions can either be a stereotype or an interesting, non-traditional choice! Joshua in AZ wants a new experience, but something that doesn’t say ‘dentist.’ Flávio in Boston is not necessarily looking for a car—he wants an entirely new take on the car disease. Social media questions ask why CVTs aren’t tuned for torquey performance, why do dealers stock boring car colors, and...

Is the car disease curable, or are we all screwed? Michael R. thinks he’s cured the car bug, and writes with his garage lineup. Then, pilot Drew R. writes with his debate – he owns two Japanese-spec original MINIs, but is getting the itch to own an another fun car again. Social media questions ask at what point do you request a PPI, when is it okay to drive with a convertible top closed, and is it...

Todd’s son is known to all his classmates as that ‘car kid.’ In honor of Father’s Day 2021, the guys request listeners for the car questions that kids ask, read and (mostly) answered by 11-year-old Bodie. Kids wonder if gas is just stinky water, why do cars have sunroofs, why do most kids think Ferrari and Lamborghini are better than Miatas, why is daddy’s car ride bumpier than mommy’s car, and do...

Car conclusions are becoming more varied, as listeners discover cars they never previously thought they could own! Austin W. is a truckless enthusiast in Michigan, and his young son loves his current car so much that he hugs it. What should he buy next, and how does he break the news to his son? Social media questions ask if the guys want to keep any cars they test drive, do they want to make a fe...

There are many reasons why crowdsourced car design efforts have failed! The guys discuss the new Toyota Land Cruiser, and then work through a debate for Brad in NY, who is desperate for a manual transmission. Then, Phillip V. is open to almost any vehicle as long as it’s comfortable. Social media questions ask how to negotiate prices with a dealer, should you sell your car for the same one with mo...

It’s not news that teenagers might be afraid of driving. But they continually need a community of responsible drivers to set a good example. For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss aspects of driving that seem frightening, and what good drivers can do. The debate is for Cortland B., who is planning to take a pay cut, but still wonders how to feed the track addiction. Social media questions ask what de...

How to make Prius driving fun? Screaming tires have a lot to do with that. Brendan T. in PA writes with a debate for his mom, who might already be mired in an abusive automotive relationship. Then, Bryan O. in CA is new to cars and wants to discover more about the driving experience. Social media questions challenge Todd to Outback counting, Paul to surface descriptions, and both the guys as to wh...

How do you improve and then fine-tune your sensibilities about car characteristics? Collin C. writes with a Topic Tuesday. Then, the guys discuss suggestions for Jonathan W. in New England, who wonders about early financial ruin. Social media questions ask if it’s better to manually downshift an automatic, what are pros and cons of dedicated platforms vs. upgraded base models, and is minimal weigh...

How do you know if you’re being too hard on your car – will it last, even with proper maintenance? James A. in Boston asks if he’s killing his car, and which one he should aspire to next. Then, Sakshi J. writes on behalf of her husband, who seems commitment-phobic, and she wishes he would buy anything next. Social media questions ask why the Japanese haven’t made a genuine competitor to German spo...

The guys host Adam and Abrin from Grid. Life, and learn about their history, headspace and how to get involved on track! They discuss their instructor philosophy, along with the joys of RVs, portable espresso makers, and sleeping in your own bed. Social media questions ask if fancy coachwork and interiors will become the norm for electric vehicles, and which cars have the most satisfying steering...

When the Minister Of Finance wants something cool for Cars + Coffee, you definitely need to pay attention! The guys debate options for Chase and Allison in Indianapolis, who are looking for something that will make people respond. Then, Hoss H. in Atlanta, GA has practically driven all the fun cars, and has permission to get something cool again. Social media questions ask how long it takes for a...

The guys have never claimed to be financial wizards, or give sound advice when it comes to spending money to feed the addiction, but they tackle a unique situation for Will S. in Vancouver, BC. Then, Russell and his wife have vastly different needs, but still could have a fun car. Social media questions ask about the biggest differences between cars sharing the same platform, how does self-express...

The Cheap Sports Cars finally got on the track! The guys discuss stories from filming track day, and take on two debates: Tyler M. in VA has a split personality problem, and is trying to justify fun-car ownership. Chuck S. has slight off-road needs, but also wants something fun. Social media questions ask if the show’s press-car circuit has changed opinions, why aren’t the Fast & Furious sequels n...