Everyday Driver Car Debate

For Topic Tuesday, Mark and Jack from SavageGeese join the guys! They share insights into their channel and content, and the effort invested into the platform that is YouTube. Social media questions ask why Audis are rarely suggested, what will the tech acceleration do to cars in the future, and should you spend more or less money on the high-performance SUV trim levels? TV Season 8 airs on the Mo...

Here’s to all the people in our lives who tolerate the Car Disease. From friends and family to significant others, the guys welcome all questions – there are no ‘dumb’ ones. Todd invites his wife Cate to read and ask him questions submitted by non-car-enthusiasts, and provide answers as both her husband and a crazy car enthusiast. TV Season 8 airs on the Motor Trend cable channel through March 202...

It’s an all-car-questions from the audience on social media: quick thoughts and long rants from the guys! Listeners ask why car makers still use wood trim, will the immediacy of sporty electric vehicles overwhelm drivers, and what driving characteristics will cars have in the future? TV Season 8 airs on the Motor Trend cable channel through March 2021. Seasons 1-7 are available on Amazon Prime and...

Some people make quick car buying decisions, others drag it out. Elizabeth in CT overrides her husband’s budget and goes up! Then, James in Boston writes for a brand new car for he and his wife. Social media questions ask what brand will be the last to build internal-combustion engines, is a “mid-build” production stoppage a negative when buying certain model years, and will enthusiasts start to h...

Because Sylvester Stallone drove one in Tango & Cash…that’s just one of the reasons why listeners bought cars! Topic Tuesday brings the first Car Conclusions episode of 2021. The guys debate really long-term choices for Todd B. in northern Indiana, and take social media questions that ask if AWD makes a good CUV handle better, what steering wheel materials are good or bad, and what makes a car age...

Having a growing family doesn’t mean parents have to give up tech, style and fun. Ian and his wife lease Infinitis, but are looking ahead to what’s next as their family grows. Eric A. in CA loves sleepers, but has a commute. What’s the right recipe? Social media questions ask what formerly expensive sports car retains that feel, what brands or cars won’t survive, and what’s going on with Toyota re...

What is it about sports cars that makes them so hard to define? The guys revisit the definition of a sports car debate from April 2019. Then, Joe L. in SC owns a very large St. Bernard, and needs a car to fit the dog! Social media questions ask what percentage of people are car people, what’s a good electric beater, and how do you convince your wife that the tool for the job is the right way to bu...

After getting past inherited cars, it’s satisfying when you can finally buy a car that fits all your needs and still makes you happy. Gabe S. in Maine vacillates between needs and wants, so the guys tackle a tough debate. Then, Vanni T. in Calgary, Alberta doesn’t like the sound of four-cylinder cars, and refuses to buy one as a second fun car. Social media questions ask about biggest automotive p...

Topic Tuesday brings a discussion about the pain of stolen cars. Derek M. in NY owns a 2018 BMW M3 that was recovered, but how should he feel about it now? Then, Evgenii K. in Moscow, Russia, is an enthusiast working long hours who just wants to look forward to his car at the end of each day. Social media questions ask if electric motors can have character, what does it mean for a car to settle, a...

When your lifestyle and work routines change, your car needs change too. That’s the scenario for David in MN, who has moved into his dream house and no longer commutes. Then, Greg L. in MI is looking to move beyond Mopar, and ready for a new experience. Social media questions ask why companies continue building cars with fake leather texture interiors, should the Chrysler brand be discontinued, an...

Topic Tuesday brings questions from Ted in GA about suggested speed limits, the law, and real-world driving. Tyler R. is a big fan of BMW and owns a modded E36 M3, but needs an additional car that’s more appropriate for commuting. Social media questions ask if you can successfully swap driver and passenger seat locations, does the color of your car attract speeding tickets, and how do the guys mak...

At what point do you let your obsession completely take over? Sean S. in CA wonders what priority he should give to his car disease vs family responsibility. Then, Sam in Chicago parks on the street, and needs a car with power. Social media questions ask what’s the proper response when a friend suggests an intervention over your car obsession, how do moods affect car reviews, and what’s the ultima...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss new cars of potential interest to their audience. Trey writes an email asking about advice on whether or not he should purchase the car that launched his interest in automobiles. Social media questions ask how much money for R&D and production is carved out of a car’s gross sales before being declared a failure, what’s a good cost-to-value ratio for repairs, and...

Looking back at their travel for the year, the guys talk about standout shoots and events that happened, and cars they drove. Looking ahead, they share what motivates and excites them for the upcoming year. Social media questions ask how you test drive different cars without renting or relying on dealers, should car enthusiasts form a lobbying group for gasoline cars, and should Honda revive the S...

Getting around to re-evaluating your life priorities can mean changing cars, which is exactly what Miguel T. in Kansas City is looking to do. Then, Fahad in Chicago thinks Giulias are cool, but what’s next? Social media questions ask about good mid-engine driving techniques, how do you convince your friends away from brand bias, and why did the Viper have to die? TV Seasons 1-7 are now available o...

For Topic Tuesday, listeners email letters to the guys to share their car conclusions, stories of how they acquired their new rides, and their road trips. Mike S. in eastern CT wants a 4-door Corvette, and is open to any suggestion. Social media questions ask about color offerings from manufacturers, how do you obtain sales figures, and what cars resolve character lines the best? TV Seasons 1-7 ar...

If you’re struggling with choosing between a reliable car or a fun car, is it possible to have both? Andrew S. in UT is stressed out over his future decisions. Then, Jackson H. in VA is so valuable to his company, they’re forcing him to give up motorcycles, so what car does he choose? Social media questions ask why reverse lights are getting smaller, will cars be optimistically designed in the fut...

For their first extra podcast episode, the guys discuss Todd’s newly released novel called ‘Paper Father.’ Paul adds to audience questions asking about the premise, editing, and how long it took to write; while Nate provides additional commentary about the book’s place in its genre. Paper Father is available on Amazon.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Considering an Italian car can be scary, so what are some options for Tom K. and his wife, who are a two-Lincoln couple looking for a fun toy? Then, Flip is facing reality in his job and life, and wondering if he should pursue his all-time favorite car. Social media questions ask what is the best combo of drivetrain and tires, why do design themes cycle between boxy and rounded, and what does it m...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss a couple of questions about anxiety and maintenance. They take on a debate for Keith M. in Monterey, CA, who is looking for an older, proper GT car. Social media questions ask if typical sedans will continue morphing into 4-door fastbacks, what’s the tipoff that someone isn’t a real car enthusiast, and at some point when everyone drives a tall SUV, what will hap...

What is the Tarantino Effect, and how does it apply to car design or any other creative endeavours? The guys debate convertibles for Joe R. and his wife in PA, and cheap off-roaders for Brian J. in northwest Indiana. Social media questions ask why cars are such a terrible investment, what new car designs are the guys thankful for, and is Ford’s marketing actually working on non-enthusiasts? TV Sea...

The ongoing debate between purchasing new or used is the subject for Topic Tuesday – Karl S. asks about the message that enthusiast buying habits send to manufacturers. Cole R. in northern CA has owned hybrids and EVs, but is open to buying another ICE car. Social media questions ask for new dad advice, should you consider buying a turbocharged car when relocating to higher elevation, and how do y...

Current events will change, but cars will always affect nearly everyone worldwide. The guys debate first enthusiast cars for Brian K. in the northeast, and winter beaters for Rachel B. in VA. Social media questions ask if you should forego higher trim levels for your own upgrades, where do you draw the line on mods from prior owners, and when is too soon for a track day after learning to drive a m...

Revisiting their very first podcast episode for Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if their fantasy garages have changed over the years. Mitchell E. is a driving enthusiast, but wants to be eco-friendly too – are there any fun hybrids to drive? Social media questions ask what car the guys recommend for LeMons racing, why do people seem to hate sedans, and how do you keep an open mind when test driv...

At what point in your life should you introduce a project car or a new build? That debate is covered for Tony G. in Maryland, who is looking for a $5K adventure vehicle. Then, Thomas W. in Fort Collins, CO is looking for a comfortable SUV that tows a good amount of weight. Social media questions ask if young drivers should be encouraged to learn drifting, what do the guys think of replicas vs real...