Car Seat Headset

What would it take to overland in an era before smartphones, internet, or modern day infrastructure? On this episode, Curtis meets with Wolfgang Paul Loofs, who has travelled the world in his 1955 Volkswagen Beetle back in the late 1950's and 1960's. They discuss the trials and tribulations of long distance travelling and living in a car, what it takes to plan large trips, and critical lessons lea...

Matt and Curtis come back for 2026 to discuss the startling statistic of civilians getting hit by cars in Victoria for every day in 2026 so far! Canada to receive 49,000 EV's from China with reduced tariff rates in exchange for canola seed product. And the automotive landmark in James Bay that was the abandoned Lotus Espirit is finally gone; the boys speculate where it could be. Victoria BC pedest...

Matt shares his learning experience on bodywork. Curtis share's a story that is a cautionary reminder to not forget your oil changes and regular maintenance! Gift ideas in the forms of service, roadside kits and tools for the car nerd in your life. Toyota announce a trio of new supercars/race cars in the form of the new Lexus LFA, Toyota GR GT, and Toyota GR GT3. Toyota GR GT, GR GT3, and Lexus LF...

Matt and Curtis feature their FIRST ever guest: Jaclyn Childs! Jaclyn Childs is an Executive of the Victoria Motorsports Club, drifter, and avid Corolla enthusiast (and addict) from Vancouver Island. Curtis, Matt and Jaclyn discuss Japan, old Toyotas, getting involved with different genres of motorsports, local car/motorsports organizations and meeting Noriyaro and Michelle Mouton! Victoria Motors...

Matt and Curtis discuss Halloween movies that feature automotive plots. The Ram Fox edition pickup is discussed, along with trends in new pickup trucks (not so spooky). A brief list of cars we said goodbye to in 2025. Christine: https://www.petersen.org/vehicle-spotlights/1958-plymouth-fury-christine#:~:text=From%20the%20film%20'Christine'&text=While%20a%20total%20of%2024,running%20condition%2...

Matt and Curtis discuss the tragic accident that took the lives of Stacey Tourout and Matthew Yeomans of the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners. Nissan unveils a new body on frame SUV. The term 'Cheugy' and the cars that fit the description. Toyota World Runners: https://www.youtube.com/@ToyotaWorldRunners https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-off-roader-couple-1.7606428 https://www...

Matt and Curtis discuss the removal of the second Class 5 drivers license test for BC drivers. Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X beats the Ford Mustang GTDs lap times at the Nürburgring, and Matt and Curtis discuss the Nordschleife, and Curtis' experience at the track. BC Class 5 Drivers Test Removal https://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/new-drivers/graduated-licensing-program-changes https://vancouver.city...

Matt and Curtis discuss Rally Cross returning to Vancouver Island, certain EVs barred from BC Ferries; the new Corvette ZR1X and Ferrari F80! Also, a new Sung Kang movie? Find out more by tuning into the debut episode of Car Seat Headset! Rally Association of Vancouver Island: https://www.rallyassociationvi.com/ B.C. Ferries will no longer allow tow trucks with non-operational EVs on board https:/...