Everyday Driver Car Debate

Whatever the budget, people want to own cars that feed the disease. Michael from Knoxville owns a Nissan Versa S, but also wants something fun for $3000. Enthusiast driver Deep has a family car, but wants something fun for commuting and canyon carving. Social media questions ask if Audi R8s are good for autocross, do car companies reference styling from their prior models or the competition, and s...

It’s important to share tribal car knowledge about the unwritten rules of the road – you never know whom you might help out. The guys tackle a 3-into-1 debate for Saul B., who has every category covered but is thinking about consolidating his garage. Social media questions ask if track days and autocross are relevant for most enthusiasts, which car’s next redesign could be the most surprising, and...

It’s easy to invent new internet company names – simply drop all the vowels. It seems like car companies are getting in on the action and coming up with contrived names too. Kurt writes in with a debate asking if family cars need to have four doors? Also, Derek realizes he needs to ignore his coworkers’ advice and buy something fun again. Social media questions ask about accidents involving animal...

The guys begin every quarter-numbered episode requesting all car questions from the audience on social media! Questions include asking where you can legally drive flat out, will future electric platforms replicate the abilities of ICE-powered cars, and are people happier in cheaper cars because they’re not stuck with high payments?a Season 6 is now airing on the Motor Trend cable channel, and soon...

Big life changes can suddenly make you realize your car is no longer suitable for your lifestyle, even if it means getting rid of the fun car. James M. in upstate NY will be moving to the city, and needs a better balance for commuting. Michael J. in Austin, TX is considering a second car, but it needs to be inexpensive. Social media questions ask why people don’t pull over for emergency vehicles,...

The ‘Best Of’ series concludes with the guys’ opinions about the best models offered from Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, VW, and Volvo. Lance R. has a long-term Ferrari ownership plan, so they analyze and figure out the best idea for him. Social media questions ask if a 2010 Camaro would be a good winter car, how to rate car characteristics from most important to least, and what’s the most affordable, bea...

If you own a car long enough, its desirable traits automatically become the things you may look for in your next car. Louie D. in San Diego loves the elements that make up his high-mileage Mazda Protégé5, but simply needs a newer car. Michael W. in Surrey County, UK has his daily needs met, but is now searching for a classic ‘starter’ Porsche, and wonders what his best options are. Social media qu...

In the midst of their ‘Best Of’ series, the guys take time to offer planning and business consulting advice to Nissan about the direction of their products! Doug near NYC has figured out a garage plan for his next offbeat car, but maybe not. Social media questions ask about buying an ND MX-5 without the upgraded engine power, buying a used FR-S and tuning it, and is the electrification of cars rui...

Arriving at the realization you’ve never actually paid off a car is what struck Jonathan S. in San Jose, CA. He’s always had the itch for something ‘better,’ so the guys take a look at his shopping habits. Matt S. in Charleston, SC totaled his 2006 V6 Accord, and needs a new adventure car that’s able to tow Jetskis. Social media questions ask about modding a free car out of class, actual performan...

This episode ‘Best Of’ includes car manufacturers from Kia to MINI, and the guys break down their choices. Steven near Raleigh, NC is trading in beanies and campfires for a four-door sports car, since his family is growing and he feels the need for speed. Social media questions ask about tire choices, the floating roof design, and what’s the coldest outside temperature in which the guys have ever...

Analyzing your driving preferences from your car history can be challenging, but new experiences can help you discover new feelings! Rob writes with a long car history, and knows what he wants. Narrowing down his choices is where the guys help out. Then, Destin C. in Louisiana has negative equity in his Mercedes, and needs to sort out his garage. Social media questions ask why car companies releas...

The ‘Best Of’ series continues for Topic Tuesday, covering the manufacturers Fiat through Jeep. The guys take on a debate for Dan from Somewhere, whose dad needs a new commuter car with manual transmission. Social media questions ask if the future of cars looks like the Nissan Versa, are studded snow tires really necessary, and what’s the best current mid-life crisis car available for sale? Season...

The Lancer Ralliart needs a new engine, so Todd tells the story of what went wrong. The guys then take on two debates; one for Branden L. in Dallas, TX, who has a 2-car predicament, and Matt G. in Durham, NC, who asks for thoughts on buying a second car. Social media questions include the last time the guys drove at 10/10ths, will there be any more youth-oriented car brands, and how could traffic...

The guys begin an updated series about best cars from each manufacturer, according to their interests and opinions. They debate a fatherhood dilemma for Chris P. and his 16-year-old son in Carlsbad, CA. Also, social media questions cover how to determine steering feel, car concepts not from OEMs, and what things should have been changed about particular controversial cars? Season 6 is now airing o...

Season 6 begins on the Motor Trend cable channel, Saturday, January 4, 2020. Never having driven a spectrum of fun cars is a great opportunity and a clean driving slate – that’s the position that Light J. is in, and he’s even looking for something impractical! Also, Neal K’s young kids love going fast, and he is compelled to feed their need for speed while also impressing clients. Social media que...

The guys discuss their favorite cars and experiences of 2019, and also look ahead to 2020 for things they’re looking forward to. They finally decide on their personal transporters, and what cars they would bring to a meetup and track day. Social media questions include a winter tire discussion, inductive charging availability in the future, and best or worst new car options they experienced in 201...

Thanks to our listeners for helping this podcast be named as one of the Top Automotive Podcasts of 2019! Orhan V. writes with an amazing coincidence, as he shops for either a Phaeton or Quattroporte. Billy in Melbourne, AUS and his wife are seeking outdoor adventures more frequently, and need a car that can easily cope with both on and offroad driving. Social media questions include debate whether...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys make some automotive predictions for 2020 and even further into the future! They discuss muscle cars in the California canyons for Alex in Pennsylvania, and take on social media questions that include historical naming of new cars, would they do Winter Cross track days in the Phaeton and Quattroporte, and in what country will future car designs be most focused? Season 5...

The guys talk positives and negatives of Outbacks while discussing alternatives for Will Z., who has a high budget and loves wagons, but needs a bit more off-road capability. If you’ve never heard of a ‘wine emergency,’ it’s a real thing. Jason S. in Ontario, Canada is a wine distributor, and needs a comfortable car to transport 1500lbs. of wine. Social media questions cover ask how you decide on...

Is Tesla the starter drug for people catching the disease? And is there a counter-revolution happening regarding power and speed? These Topic Tuesday questions posed by Rich C. are the subject of ongoing debate with the guys. They dissect a commuting situation for Albion and his fianceé in Los Angeles, and take on social media questions that include winter undercarriage cleaning tips, what car sho...

The Phaeton and QP5 are beginning to work their way into the guys’ daily lives and routines…and they like them! Julian in MI has a mysterious career with a high income, and wants to break away from a university lifestyle and mindset to buy an interesting, small, fun car. Kayla in Montana needs a special car she loves, after losing a few cars to various accidents. Social media questions cover how t...

The guys philosophize about how to enjoy driving more, based upon a question from Raymond in Overland Park, KS. They debate pre-1975 cars for Dalton N. in California, and answer social media questions that ask about embarrassing music, raffling a spot for the Pilgrimage trip, and should the Chevelle be brought back? Season 5 is available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review...

Often discussed is the younger generations’ supposed lack of interest in cars. Shattering those myths is Philip M. in Rochester NY, who craves for a car to make him love driving more. Also, Mike S. in upstate NY wants to buy something interesting for his college freshman son, who is pursuing a career in automotive engineering. Social media topics include car companies increasingly embracing digita...

The guys go on an inevitable rant whenever Elon shows something new, and the Tesla Cybertruck is no different. They discuss new experiences for Chris L., an active-duty Marine, whose family has owned a Samurai since new. Social media questions include the perfect companion to the Cybertruck, what American muscle car would be the choice to resto-mod, and what do you say when your wife gets a speed...

The guys travel to the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show and discuss the new production releases and concepts that are introduced. They talk about the turnabout of certain companies that didn’t used to have compelling products, and their about-face transformation to either good or bad. OEMs discussed include BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, Nissan, Lincoln, Cadillac, Ford, Land Rover, Karma, Alfa Romeo, Mas...