Everyday Driver Car Debate

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...

Covering car conclusions for Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss listeners’ viewpoints and purchases. Social media questions ask what metrics constitute an affordable car, which models have grown smaller in their next generation, and is Italian design dead? Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and the guys are filming Season 9! Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV...

The guys celebrate 600 episodes with a livestream on YouTube, taking all kinds of audience questions that cover cars, movies, design, watches, cooking, and sports! Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and the guys are filming Season 9! Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tue...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys call on Craig Martell, head of Machine Learning at Lyft, to understand more about what’s involved with the future of ride sharing. They also discuss social media questions, which ask what is a must-have ‘guilty pleasure’ feature, what are the guys’ favorite exhaust appearance, and will Honda ever bring back a proper RWD sports car in the future? Seasons 1-8 are availabl...

The guys are on a mission to help people find something they love to drive, and while useful, minivans are no longer the answer for Andrew W. in GA. Then, Sean H. bought a Hyundai that can’t be parked in the rain – it leaks, so he’s willing to take the financial hit to move on to something else! Social media questions ask when do FWD cars trump RWD in terms of car dynamics, what’s the ideal power-...

Topic Tuesday is from Brian in NC, asking when it’s finally time for a new experience, how do you avoid setting yourself up for disappointment? Cameron in Macau sends an update about roundabouts, and the guys debate cars for Paul Y. in Toronto, who has a manual transmission commitment issue. Social media questions ask about Toyota’s future hydrogen ICE, are OEMs over-programming transmissions and...

Will there ever be any small, lightweight, fun electric cars? There might be hope, so the guys discuss. Paul E. in Detroit is a motorcycle guy who sold his dream car, and needs a new experience. Michael in Milwaukee made money on his Mustang, and is open to new experiences. Social media questions ask if coilovers are worth it, what companies would the guys re-imagine, and why does everyone ridicul...

Topic Tuesday is a subject from Peter K., who is reduced to only looking at his car because of skyrocketing Bring A Trailer prices. The debate is for Connor M. in Houston, TX, who wants another Mustang. Social media questions ask what new luxury materials could be used in cars, are modern manuals underdeveloped compared to automatics, and what cars are cult classics but let down by their styling?...

How do you make a decision when you’re afraid of buying a car and then missing out on something better? The guys debate for Yahya in Seattle, who hasn’t owned a car for 8 years. Then, they give suggestions for a luxury touring car for Russell, and help Rich C. with an upcoming road trip to Scotland. Social media questions ask if future EV tuning will focus on handling, what are car design tricks,...

Topic Tuesday once again covers the varied car conclusions from listeners! The guys talk about wife-approved cars, and other car interiors that match tattoos. Social media questions ask why the guys don’t generally review modded cars, what are can’t-miss driving roads on a cross-continental US trip, and what constitutes an ‘up’ badge? Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide,...

Well-designed objects and cars are a high priority for Tom and Jenny in The Netherlands, and they’re looking for something new when they move. Then, Matt C. in Florida has always wanted a Corvette, but is torn about building a car with his dad. Social media questions ask how you teach a significant other to drive manual, how can road trips become more appealing to spouses, and should the guys cons...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys call Sam Smith, Editor-at-Large for Hagerty and discuss cars, aircraft, history, and most of all, people’s stories. They debate recent press drives and discuss options for Katie R., whose Honda Fit has 250k miles. Social media questions ask how you buy an enthusiast car when you have poor credit and no co-signer, and why don’t manufacturers tint their vehicle windows mo...

The guys are always happy to hear when enthusiasts rediscover their love for cars. Tudor P. in The Netherlands has sampled the beginning of greatness, and wants more. Then, Linh N. is ‘fun-shy’ about his pristine track car, and wants to worry less about tracking. Social media questions ask what current car should be preserved 30 years in the future, will electric cars mean one-size-fits-all, and s...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys go in-depth about the problem of perception, and tackle the question asking if they have ever loved the way a car drives but chosen not to pursue because of the impression it gives off. They debate the next step up for Timothy U. in OH, and answer social media questions asking what’s the greatest rear end design, how do you manage a test drive when selling a powerful ca...

The guys are always excited to genuinely help people find a different car experience. Matthew R. is dealing with dog stank, and needs a family vehicle. Seth L. is too young to get old, and needs a better car for his back. Social media questions ask what is the new go-to metric, what should college freshmen buy, and should you sacrifice your expensive fun car for a new daily? TV Season 8 airs on th...

The guys host the co-founders of RADwood for Topic Tuesday to talk about the challenges of hosting car shows and the expansion of their Driving While Awesome and RAD brands. Social media questions ask what is a current dream car ‘build,’ have the guys ever shed tears over a driving experience, and have they had car conversations with unexpected enthusiasts? TV Season 8 airs on the Motor Trend cabl...

The guys celebrate the life of Sabine Schmitz, and take on two debates. The first is for Kyle in Tokyo, who asks if owning two similar sports cars is too much. The second debate is for Chris K. in TX, who wants good mileage out of his trackable car. Social media questions ask if Audi can be dismissed as an enthusiast brand for not offering manuals, how do you cope with door-ding obsession, and wha...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked how to find that WOW factor in cars they like. The debate is for Chris O. in Texas, who needs to move on from VWs but doesn’t know what sports car to buy. Social media questions ask if there’s a class of enthusiast cars you have no interest in, what’s with the RPM act, and what is a driver’s car you would still have to explain at a Cars & Coffee? TV Season 8 a...

Is there such a thing as a FWD enthusiast? John G. writes wondering if it’s truly something to value, or is it merely a concession? Then, Luna writes with a conundrum about keeping or moving on from a car that keeps letting its owner down. Social media questions ask if it’s better to teach a brand-new driver on auto or manual, do you first change the temperature or the fan speed and why, and is Le...

Covering listener conclusions for Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss people’s love for Saabs, leaving Mustangs behind, and why NYC is the worst for car enthusiasts! The debate is for Dave M. in Portland, who is helping his wife choose something great. Social media questions ask if you have a moral obligation to tell people something is wrong with their car, have the guys ever tracked motorcycles, and...

The guys suddenly find themselves giving free advice to Ferrari! They debate for Hannah in DC, who has an 18-year-old VW that’s falling apart. They also help Hiren divest himself of a dream garage for new ideas. They discuss social media questions that ask if adding weight helps for winter driving why use premium fuel, and what’s the ideal ski car? TV Season 8 airs on the Motor Trend cable channel...

For Topic Tuesday, Jason Cammisa of Hagerty joins the guys to rant about the industry and share insider knowledge of how different models are decided upon. They all discuss VW’s fear of Tesla, BMW’s politics and structure, and the most frustrating thing about the car industry. TV Season 8 airs on the Motor Trend cable channel through March 2021. Seasons 1-7 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo...

You can be a car enthusiast without ever having owned an Alfa Romeo, but the people who have certainly are qualified!! John P. in North Carolina has owned many, but now is open to something new. Matt in Virginia writes about the problem of brand-new cars. Social media questions ask what cars the guys wish they could recommend more often, what’s their opinion on Fox-body Mustangs, and how do you fi...

The guys are asked how to progress through your automotive life by Michal D. in Poland, so they come up with an ownership recipe to share for Topic Tuesday. The debate is for Daniel in CA, who needs to buy a weekend car before he gets married. Social media questions ask if tires or shocks should be upgraded first, how much money equals tuning out of class, and will higher-revving, smaller-displace...

The Cheap Sports Car Challenge resonates with enthusiasts, since many people want a sports car, but are not willing to overpay. The debates include Derek in CA, who owns two Audi TTs and a drift car, and Doug in TN, who has obtained pre-approval from his wife for a weekend car. Social media questions ask what other YouTubers have split personalities, how can you tell if an LSD is working, and how...