Everyday Driver Car Debate

The guys host their local U.S. Pilgrimage trip for fans of the show to join them on some of the greatest driving roads in Utah. Attendees are asked about their impressions of the trip on the podcast, including Todd’s son Bodie. Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and Season 9 coming shortly. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write t...

Lightweight, nimble sports cars are always welcome; but what happens when you decide you need some real power? Alexander S. in SC is looking for a high-powered sedan to complement his garage. Then, Felicia is a fledgling car girl who wants to start track events, but how? Social media questions ask why many drivers don’t respect insignificant cars, why don’t OEMs program AWD cars to be more rear-bi...

The guys have announced winners for their cheap sports cars! Two Topic Tuesday questions are also discussed, regarding race cars in the showroom and the sad state of car upkeep. The debate is for Matthew S., who is moving to Stuttgart and wants European options. Social media questions ask what is a modern ‘gentleman’s hot rod,’ what are their favorite classic muscle cars, and is there anything abo...

Nostalgia is a big reason to spend money, and of all the kit cars available, the Shelby Cobra is among the most well-known. Chance Hales guest hosts with Todd while Paul is on vacation. They help out Jeremy H., who wants a great car to drive, and has a long relationship with nostalgia, but should he get one? Then, Bryant R. is an over-the-road trucker with an inactive lifestyle looking for his fir...

Industry predictions are always tough to rely on, but there’s some key points that can be extrapolated. The guys debate for Nick H. in TX, who has heard good things about Korean cars, but remains skeptical. Then, Cesar A. in CA is ready to switch, but wants to be irresponsible. Social media questions ask about altering classic cars way beyond stock, what’s the worst term in the car industry, and w...

At some point, every car enthusiast will be forced to decide how long they can live without a fun car. James C. in CT has a company car, but his fiancée’s needs are priority. Then, Chris F. feels stuck, and is looking for the perfect car. Social media questions ask why tire widths end in 5, how do you freshen up a cheap car interior, and what’s the most useless automotive feature? Seasons 1-8 are...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are questioned about what point they consider a car to be unreliable. The debate is for Rami C. in TX, who is an enthusiast dad needing a new experience. Social media questions ask how OEMs think up chassis and engine codes, how do you experience more tire types without breaking the budget, and how do you approach private sellers who are uncomfortable allowing a pre-pur...

Always up for a challenge, the guys take on a debate that seems easy at first. John L. has a great track car, but growing family needs might change that. Then, Connor in Atlanta wants his next car to feel like a bike – at least something weird. Social media questions ask what cars have the best paddle shifters, and what makes them good? What production cars best represent their concepts, and how t...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked how you decide which car to buy, after years of not acting upon desire. Mark H. in NE wonders what car to buy and is given a drive prescription. Then, Adam W. is also wondering what to buy if doing nothing seems like the best option! Social media questions ask if future electrics all drive similarly, will car ownership be longer? What racetracks would the guys...

What do the guys make of future electric platforms, and what should be changed? From dirt roads to downtown, they offer new suggestions for Vaughn B. in CA, who needs a versatile commuter. Then, Jared H. in Seattle wants something more comfortable to daily than a GT500. Social media questions ask which hybrids are fun to drive, what to make of big companies offering non-traditional methods of buyi...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys cover listeners’ car conclusions and discuss what people purchased. The debate is for 81-year-old David B. in GA, who is wondering what to buy for his last car. Social media questions ask what modern cars are at the peak of the analog experience, do the guys listen to music while canyon driving, and what does it take to be an ‘event’ car? Seasons 1-8 are available on Am...

When you’re thinking about outright speed, will good dynamics take its place? Chris in TX has a gen 2 Viper GTS on his mind, but wants driving involvement. Then, Alex S. is tired of being slow in his Miata, so should he upgrade? Social media questions ask why design elements like door handles seem to be haphazard, why do journalists keep jabbering about numb steering, and would the guys ever consi...

Every 25 episodes, the guys host a livestream on YouTube taking all car questions – what’s on the minds of enthusiasts? Todd also discusses road tripping the Elise, and Paul takes questions about watches. Un-platforming electric vehicles are discussed, and the guys extrapolate what’s coming for the industry. Seasons 1-8 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and Season 9 commences on t...

While Todd vacations, Paul invites Nate (Cycle Report) to discuss Toyota’s product reveal, and offer debate suggestions! Aaron S. asks for cars that make him hot and bothered, and Keenan & Megan are looking for a fun, quirky, and obscure weekend car. Social media questions ask what makes for a good road trip vehicle, what electric bikes are worth investigating, and if you go on the Pilgrimage trip...

How do you get rid of a vehicle that’s part of the family? The guys discuss this question from CJ in Louisiana. Then, they debate flood cars for ‘Steve’ in Houston, who has seen his share of devastating rainstorms. Social media questions ask how you can tell if a car has hydraulic or electric steering assist, who makes the industry’s best and worst key fobs, and what is the Prius of watches?? Seas...

It’s disheartening to have so many problems with your car that you distrust it. What’s next for Eric T., who needs to replace the Alfa? Then, the debate for Andrew N. pits his financial brain against his enthusiast heart. Social media questions ask what road the guys would like to shoot, should anyone buy a car unless they need to, and what does ‘rotation’ refer to when describing a car’s characte...

For Topic Tuesday, listener Casey D. in Boise asks if his experiences are different enough? Sarah in Boston wonders if there are any fun SUVs to be found, so the guys debate choices. Social media questions ask what’s the oldest car the guys have driven, what’s the dumbest car parents have bought their kids, and what company provides the most standard features without bundling in trim packages? Sea...

When you have taste in cars and are unwilling to compromise, yet your budget demands that you must, what’s next? Michael W. in Phoenix is in this very situation, so the guys debate choices. Then, Nathan R. in IL awaits his free agent status once he turns in his lease. Social media questions ask if a Slingshot is ever an acceptable rental, how do you convince your neighbors you aren’t a drug dealer...

The guys usually have some rant about a car, and this episode is no different. For Topic Tuesday, Ben H. asks if your fun car should be the most valuable car you own? Then, Yasha in Dallas, TX has a second child due soon, but wants his whole family to experience fun Porsche group drives. Social media questions ask if high-budget one-car solutions are pointless, which cars have the most dramatic di...

The guys love it when new cars are announced, and cover the Lotus Emira reveal, BMW 2-series, Dodge eMuscle, and a car that’s been around a long time, the Nissan GT-R. Lucas and his wife Lauren in Portland are starting a family, but still want an engaging car. Then, Michael G. in Iowa is about to be an empty nester, and looking at track time. Social media questions ask what car type lends itself t...

What is next for cars? What kinds of features will appeal to the public? Most packaging realities are a given, like people and cargo, but what can car manufacturers do to keep buyers’ interest in new models? Ethan and his girlfriend Amanda love going on adventures together, and already have a useful car for that. But what about speed and handling? Social media questions ask if reverse lights shoul...

TV Season 9 begins July 3, 2021 on the Motor Trend cable channel at 7:30AM Eastern! Listener Ryan R. in SoCal is concerned about betraying his first love. We’re talking about cars, here! Then, Mark O. in north GA wonders what sacrifices one must make to gain a new experience. Social media questions ask how you buy an in-demand car when it’s far away, what cars should the big 3 U.S. makers bring ba...

Sometimes the car choices are obvious – other times, not so much. The guys take on a  debate for Jeff in CA, who wonders if he should increase the budget and delay his gratification or go for something now? Lance R. also wonders if he should take a Faustian bargain and try to commit to a car longer-term. Social media questions ask what sort of driving career the guys would choose, what does ‘platf...

Cars for various professions can either be a stereotype or an interesting, non-traditional choice! Joshua in AZ wants a new experience, but something that doesn’t say ‘dentist.’ Flávio in Boston is not necessarily looking for a car—he wants an entirely new take on the car disease. Social media questions ask why CVTs aren’t tuned for torquey performance, why do dealers stock boring car colors, and...

Is the car disease curable, or are we all screwed? Michael R. thinks he’s cured the car bug, and writes with his garage lineup. Then, pilot Drew R. writes with his debate – he owns two Japanese-spec original MINIs, but is getting the itch to own an another fun car again. Social media questions ask at what point do you request a PPI, when is it okay to drive with a convertible top closed, and is it...