Everyday Driver Car Debate

The guys compare brands from three different continents, to determine which ones align in consumers’ minds. They debate luxury sedans for Ossama in NC, who wants sportiness and fun from his next ride. Social media questions ask why cloth seats fell out of favor, what’s the best combo of value, handling and style for a daily EV, and is it okay to not love a car that drives well and checks all your...

Good news, everyone! Maserati is safe for now and not getting sold by Stellantis. Things could change, though. Recaro files for bankruptcy, and the guys do some product planning. They debate a single car for Eilon in Boston, who is trying to resist peer pressure. Then, Earl in MI needs to sell some cars, not buy something new. Social media questions ask how enthusiasts could encourage people to bu...

The G70 test drive with the new 2.5T engine! Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the G70 2.5T or any Genesis? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

For Topic Tuesday, Mark C. asks what’s going on with American Turncoats? Why are Corvette and Mustang enthusiasts angry about the highest performing, most expensive models? Then, the guys debate engaging driver’s cars with four seatbelts for Andrew H. in WA. Social media questions ask what’s the best rental for a wedding + road trip, why do sports car enthusiasts have a reputation of being hard on...

The guys host their first U.S. adventure in 2024 in their home state of Utah, and ask drivers to share their impressions. What were their favorite roads, and what did they learn? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Don’t forget to share...

Topic Tuesday brings more car conclusions from the audience – some unexpected choices and budgets get blown! Ha! The guys debate cars for trips to the Jersey Shore for Dave B. in PA – something comfortable, fast and good at the GT-car thing. Social media questions ask about a TDC for hobbies – skiing, mountain biking, driving; and what’s up with cruise control – why do different manufacturers have...

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade may just have taken the prize for largest screen in a vehicle. Do we all need this much screen? The guys discuss post-financial mistake fun cars for Travis T. in NY, who has good credit again and ready for something cool. Then, the party is over for Jacob in GA, who has used up his Fiesta and ready for what’s next. Social media questions ask if there’s a handling feedbac...

The bz4X test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the bz4X or any EV? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Red Bull introduces one of the craziest track cars yet. Somebody should buy one and bring it to a Hooked On Driving event! The guys discuss how to amass the cars you love, a Topic Tuesday question from Simon in MT. They debate fun choices for Matt in Portland, OR, whose lifestyle doesn’t include horses anymore. Social media questions ask if the Millennium Falcon was a car what would it be, what ch...

It’s intriguing to note an increasing number of manufacturers introducing track-ready features on their cars! NASCAR reveals an EV prototype, Polestar reveals a track-focused 6, and an Evija X crashes at Goodwood. The guys discuss debates for Nate M, who just has the ‘wants,’ and David B., who feels stuck trying to buy a fun car. Social media questions ask how to deal with the car shuffle, will th...

Has Lotus cracked the lightweight EV sportscar recipe? No official production plans as of this episode, but the guys are intrigued. For Topic Tuesday, they discuss car conclusions from listeners, and take on social media questions: has Bugatti started ‘steering wheel’ wars, will car makers install analog gauges in EVs to add personality, and if you bought a lemon, would you ever buy from that manu...

The guys take a break for the Independence Day holiday in the U.S.! They're back the following week. Thanks for listening! Write to us for Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The GX550 (Luxury) test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the GX550 or any Lexus? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For a special Topic Tuesday and Episode 911, the guys discuss 60 years of the Porsche 911! They discuss how the model has evolved, what it means to enthusiasts, why does it evoke such passion, and is there another car that embodies the term “sports car” better than a 911? Social media questions ask which 911 variant the guys would each choose, what are the most overrated + underrated aspects of th...

New car launches include the 2025 BMW M5 and Aston Martin Valiant! The guys discuss them along with Rivian’s new large investment from VW. Joe K. feels like he’s back to square one in his car search, so the guys take on his debate. Then, Jack S. in Texas needs to remember what a fun car is like to drive. Social media questions ask if the EV industry is already dying, does corporate styling help or...

The Crown Signia test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Signia or a Crown? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked why we enthusiasts must insist on the hottest version of a car? Needs vs. wants are at the heart of the matter for car people. Then, Adam in PA wants all those things for his next car – what’s a good balance? Social media questions ask how you should respond to racing challenges on the freeway, is it ever okay to cross the double-yellow if you know there’s not...

New car reveals include the 2025 BMW X3 and Bugatti Tourbillon! The guys discuss details about both. They debate ‘tall guy’ weekend fun cars for Kyle in TX, and sedans for Nathan in MO, who’s never owned a fast car. Social media questions ask how you remove sentimental attachment to your car, what’s the average speed for HOD events, and how can policymakers and regulators better promote high-quali...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked for Drive Homework to pass the final exam. What’s the minimum possible knowledge needed for all the possible driving experiences available from cars? They debate do-it-all cars for Christian in ID, who already owns an SUV. Social media questions ask if you should avoid your ideal car because of rumored inevitable failure, have the guys driven an Alpine A110 ye...

A free car isn’t always what it seems, but for Evan M, the choices are quite compelling! The guys help him try to decide which one fits his lifestyle the best. Then, Eli M. has ‘caviar taste on a canned tuna budget,’ and needs help deciding what’s next. Social media questions ask if a 16-yr-old is ready for solo drives in a Camaro, will the new Toyota MR2 ever come to fruition, and what car make/m...

Todd’s 2017 Cayenne S eHybrid Platinum Edition test drive and update. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Cayenne or any Porsche? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices...

Listeners send in their car conclusions from all over the world, including Stam in Athens, Greece, Rodrigo J. in The Netherlands, and Matt A. in Brisbane, AUS! The guys debate new choices for Bobby in KS, who feels like he’s being kept from other cars. Social media questions ask if the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid will be fun, at what point are snow tires not enough, and can you mod a driveway? Please...

The guys always discuss needs vs. wants, and buying more car than you actually need. The same goes for pickups regarding their usefulness! They debate two cars for Matthew & Korey in CA, who are dreaming about expanding their collection. Then, Thomas in AUS has the perfect car, and he doesn’t know how to replace it. Social media questions ask when it’s better to buy a highly optioned normal car, i...

The RAV4 TRD Offroad test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the RAV4 or any Toyota? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do certain older cars still look good, but others age poorly? The guys discuss a list of examples for Topic Tuesday. Then, they debate big luxury sedans with massage seats for Scott in Winnipeg. Social media questions ask when the reputation of a vehicle overcomes its exterior looks, how do you stand driving without cruise control, and what’s a valuable topic about which to write a research pa...