Everyday Driver Car Debate

The desire to love a car by adding parts (or removing them) is strong. Ethan F. in southern CA is stalled by a moment of indecision – should he gain a new experience or defer to his crew? Then, Rob S. in Britain wants a car to drive fun roads again, but has particular requests. Social media questions ask about the level of car dynamics to gain a desired outcome, should you have a dealer fix all yo...

The guys catch up on debates, and take on a request from Benjamin I., who is seriously considering his first car with real enthusiast cred. Then, Jacques B. in NC has a great 3-car setup, but wants a new tow vehicle for his race car. Social media questions ask what press cars were shockingly good or bad, why are garages so small on older homes when the cars were so big, and what’s the biggest car-...

The guys discuss the benefits of hotel pools, how to build your rental fleet, and which cars turn straight roads into curvy ones. They take on debates for Philip M. in FL, who wants a fun car he and his wife can share and still take the kids along! Then, Alexander H. believes that today is someday, and is therefore ready for a fun car again. Social media questions ask how you avoid ordering a car...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys revisit listener car conclusions, which are really just the new installments. The debate is for Will M. who wonders what comes after a C5 Corvette? Social media questions ask for first-time track driving tips, what current car is the most Saab-like, and what happens to movie-prop cars after filming is completed? Seasons 1-9 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldw...

The guys fire up the Toyota configurator and build some versions of the GR86. They take on a debate for Neil J. in WI, who really feels the need to own a classic Italian car. Then, Daniel K. in Virginia loves wagons, but needs 2 cars. Social media questions ask if buying a car you cherish can be a mistake, what do you do when encountering an ‘automotively challenged’ person, and is an Alaskan spor...

For Topic Tuesday, Chris O. asks if you should buy a car appropriate for the geography where you live? The guys debate road trip cars for David in North Carolina, who wants a large car with space. Social media questions ask what a non-performance dealbreaker is, do dull-colored cars get a pass if they have fun interior colors, and what can manufacturers do to prevent gouging? Seasons 1-9 are avail...

The guys complete their first road trip in their Cars Of The Past, and talk a little bit about the adventure. They take on debates for Reed D. who is getting rid of a vintage Trans Am, and Philipp L., a physician in Hamburg, Germany wanting the right recipe. Social media questions ask how to help older people with collectibles and no interested family, how are electric car designs coming along, an...

The Topic Tuesday is asked by Ben C. about what elements make for a good car in each segment and price bracket? The guys discuss their first big road trip with their Cars Of The Past, a 1991 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo and a 1983 Porsche 928 S. Social media questions ask about road trip food and music essentials, what’s the best way to adjust driving habits for turbos, and are the guys worried about s...

Taking on a couple of debates for Europe, the guys discuss two new cars for Owen in Switzerland. Then, they debate ‘fresh start’ kinds of fun cars for David in Germany. Social media questions ask how the music is chosen for the podcast, why do manufacturers specify shiny materials that reflect blinding sunlight, and what’s the next logical step for a manual transmission after a WRX? Seasons 1-9 ar...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked by Rheiner D. if automakers were to EVs and hybrids as their premium offerings, and specifying ICE cars as the base models. Then, RJ asks a difficult question on behalf of his wife, who is sedan shopping. Social media questions ask if car companies can tune out-of-class, what car should be EV resto-modded, and if you were forced to live in a city with a car na...

At what point do you stop adding power? Scott R. in ID just can’t go to jail, because he’s an adult. He wants something new, but carries a lot of emotional baggage with his current car. Then, Katherine in Indiana is working to become a realtor, but has future car needs to consider – what SUV should she buy? Social media questions ask which characteristics good sedans should have, what is the worst...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked how to experience as many fun, fast and interesting cars as possible. They debate new cars for Richard B. in FL, who needs something to commute and take road trips in. Social media questions ask why sports cars’ steering wheel spokes block the area where your hands should land, how do you decide on the performance level you need, and what if we were able to 3D...

LIVE episode! Every 25 episodes, the guys record live. For every 100, they take non-car questions and stream live on their main YouTube channel. Movies and watches are consistent themes, but they answer questions about their downtime, talk about design in other industries, discuss mountain climbing, tell stories about their past careers, and decide if electric mountain bikes are considered cheatin...

For Topic Tuesday, they guys discuss characteristics that make cars special. They debate temporary cars for Michael H. in MN, who is trying to fill a 1-2 year gap until he can buy two cars. Social media questions ask for opinions on a future electric or hybrid Miata, will companies ever run out of technology to stuff into cars, and is a double-insurance cost worth a GR Yaris in the U.S.? Seasons 1...

Obsessed enthusiasts speak the same language around the globe, including Aaron H. in Sydney, AUS who is getting a second fun car, but has driver’s license restrictions. A Ford Flex belonging to the wife of Greg B. was stolen from their mechanic’s shop, so they’re shopping for a new family SUV. Social media questions ask if a car is good only until a certain point, why are more people excited about...

If there is one car from each platform you simply must drive, what would it be? The guys are asked this Topic Tuesday question by Ian Kerry, who wonders what cars that enthusiasts should experience. The debate is for Jeff C. in WA, who wants to know what a fun commuter looks like. Social media questions ask if the guys consider stereo sound quality in their reviews, what are design techniques used...

Writing with the widest budget range the guys have ever heard, Matt W. is waffling between buying one incredible exotic car, or a cheap sports car! Then, Ian B. in Seattle has a perfect car, but he hates it. What’s next? Social media questions ask what design element has gained approval over time, do the guys prefer a top trim of a lesser car or lowest trim of a better model, and is Nissan investi...

The car hunt has changed dramatically within a short period of time, and Daniel J. asks the guys about a potential future car shortage for Topic Tuesday. Then, Nick K. will split his time between the UAE and Canada, and wants to know what a perfect setup looks like for both countries. Social media questions ask if the guys would recut older shows with licensed music, why do journalists constantly...

For two different debates at opposite ends of the spectrum, the guys help Bo J. in AZ, who is at the midlife crisis crossroads. They also offer choices for Michael W. in NC, who feels the need to jump into something soon! Social media questions ask about the state of the 3 big German luxury manufacturers, what’s the worst example of abusing tradition, and what watch would Paul pair with Todd’s Eli...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked about the differences in shopping for a car to keep forever, vs. a car you own for a short time. Then, supply chains keep crushing the dreams of Alec B. in Denver, and alternatives are discussed. Social media questions ask if OEMs should offer driving schools, what’s the value in oversized mountain bike tires, and when you pass cars on a two-lane road, are you...

Have a conundrum that needs solving, or at least fresh ideas? The guys take on a complicated debate for Pearson M, who is soon moving to Guam. Then, Dan M. is now infected with the disease, and is looking for a good newbie project car. Social media questions ask for the guys’ favorite Bond car chase, why do many modern cars have squared-off edges around the wheelwells, and why do they also have hu...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys talk with Jack McCauley, American inventor and educator at the Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation at UC Berkeley. Actually, he’s a car guy who has designed for Guitar Hero, Forza Motorsports, Gran Turismo 2, and Oculus VR. They discuss his various car builds over the years, acknowledge the importance of sound, talk about the future of EVs, and offer advice to listen...

Time for the next round of challenges, as the SLK and Z4 are bound for new owners. The guys introduce their new cars, the 300ZX TT (Todd) and 928 S (Paul). They try to save Anton K. from his GLI, and help find Stellantarian Alex W. a new fun car. Social media questions ask how you test drive cars you have no intention of buying, has BMW’s design department gone rogue, and can Lotus pull off an an...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys revisit their original tagline, ‘You Can’t Drive A Spec Sheet’ from 2007 when they began the show. Why are faster cars always better? Drag races prove what? Then, they debate new choices for Gabe D., who had bad experience with an M5. Social media questions ask what camera car with an unlimited budget, why don’t OEMs allow drivers to permanently switch off the AutoStop...

When you’re tired of the stereotypes surrounding your car, what do you do? The guys debate new choices for Nicole in Maine, on behalf of her brother. Then, Cam W. in Vancouver B.C. wants a car that will scare him – what should he look at? Social media questions ask what car is a sheep in wolf’s clothing, how do you convince your significant other that 3 cars could be better than 2, and what’s the...