Everyday Driver Car Debate

After chasing top speed with their big sedans on the Bonneville Salt Flats in Wendover, UT, the guys discuss some behind-the-scenes madness, as they release their YouTube video of their speed runs. Pearce S. in Orlando, FL is a mechanical engineer doing spreadsheet shopping, and needs an emotional connection to his next car. Justin L. in WI already has the fun car sorted, and needs an engaging com...

Hagerty Motorsports managing director Brian Ghidinelli, who has authored the RaceHero app, Speed Waiver, and nurburgringinsider.com, joins the guys to reveal more about MotorsportReg.com as the go-to portal for motorsports event registration. Social media questions ask how you politely notify other drivers to turn on their headlights, what’s the 3rd most important car modification, and do stripes...

Nostalgia is a slippery slope, according to Adam in Saskatchewan, Canada, who fondly remembers his post-high-school car. Nick in central VA mourns the death of the Honda Fit, since his wife loves it so much. Social media questions ask how you manage your peripheral vision when looking far down the road or up the track, what is the best tire pressure to run, and what are some easy project cars to p...

Four episodes per year the guys take social-media-only questions, and listeners ask if U.S. citizens actually buy cheap cars that are barely better than walking? Questions are also asked if there are manual-transmission cars so bad it’s better to buy the automatic, and how can car dealership experiences be improved for customers? TV Season 7 begins on July 4, 2020 on the Motor Trend cable channel!...

Must your significant other love cars as much as you do? Antony C. asks for help so his wife can become a car enthusiast, and the guys debate sports cars they can both love. Then, Bobby C. asks for GT choices on behalf of his friend John, who is repulsed by C8 Corvette dealer markup. Social media questions ask what automotive story they would film, what are cars that drive with both elegance and g...

Without a doubt, perceptions of car brands are ingrained in families even at an early age. The guys discuss brand perceptions and how they’ve changed over the years. Then, Aaron writes with a long-term dilemma to either buy a car or invest the money! Social media questions ask how car badging and logos are applied, what factors determine shutlines, and how do you convince your friend to go ahead a...

The car disease never ends, and it doesn’t matter your age – you can forever be an enthusiast! Chance joins Paul behind the mic while Todd takes some vacation time. They debate choices for Tyson S. in Kansas, who is rather used to the sensation of speed. Also, Nathan R. in Fresno, CA is looking for reliable yet fun, that satisfies his wife’s criteria too. Social media questions ask how to drive in...

For Topic Tuesday, the EDD Cycle Report reviewer and autocross enthusiast Nate Kuhn joins Paul on the podcast while Todd takes a short vacation. Nate shares the proper way to do road trips, and helps debate 80’s-feeling fun cars for Charley D. in Tampa, FL. Social media questions ask about a collaboration between Kia and Porsche, what motorcycle engine displacement should you choose for your first...

The guys question corporate automotive wisdom when it comes to renaming merged companies, like the contrived and newly-founded ‘Stellantis.’ They debate non-Fords for Robert T. in Witless Bay, Newfoundland, and then take on increasingly expensive sports car choices for Rodolfo Q. in Chicago. Social media questions ask if the newly reintroduced Ford Bronco will influence other companies to enter th...

Ford has announced the return of the Bronco! The guys rant talk about every aspect that stands out, including the Sport version. They lament a crashed 911 owned by Lee S. in LA, and recommend new choices for him. Social media questions ask why volume-selling cars try to look sporty, what’s the point of two-spoke steering wheels, and how do you find service for a car that doesn’t have a nearby deal...

The guys figure out solutions for Charity in Iowa, who is slightly intimidated by her husband’s Viper RT/10 and wants a fun car for herself! They also look back a few decades regarding choices for Trevor in Middle Earth, who is open to JDM cars. Social media questions ask about Easter eggs on cars, what happens to electric car batteries in 20 years, and how do you address poor driving habits in yo...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss elements and characteristics that define both supercars and hypercars. They take on a debate for Tom W. in Frankfurt, Germany, who wants a medium-term future proof fun car. Social media questions ask why ‘green’ cars have blue logo designs, why doesn’t Mazda promote its successful racing team, and what’s the best right foot position for heel-and-toe driving? TV...

Trying to place value on car dynamics is the endless debate, but the guys dive in to identify the differences. They discuss 3 tricky decisions for Francisco T., and then take on debates for 13-year-old Jack B. and 14-year-old Sam B., who are shopping for cars they can’t yet drive. Social media questions ask how you finance a car that’s 4 or 5 years old, what’s good or bad about modern wheel design...

The guys talk cars and design with Ted Wu, the VP Global Head of Design for Vehicles at Mattel. They answer social media questions that ask about the best road trip the guys have ever taken, what cars have been impacted by negative brand perception, and what’s up with the JD Power initial quality rankings? Seasons 1-6 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Rate and review us on iTunes,...

Managing perception without being stereotyped is tough to do, especially for Craig G. and his wife, who don’t just want to be doctors driving Audis. Liviu in Romania is trying to convince the parents that a free, well-maintained car could be the right choice for him. Social media questions ask about stupid driving choices, how do ugly cars make it to production, and what car company would the guys...

Peter Zawadzki of Hagerty joins the guys to discuss DriveShare, the growth of the platform, and what’s in store for the future. They take social media questions too, which ask about driving and reviewing cheap supercars, how to prevent rock chips, and what’s the deal with more truck reviews? Seasons 1-6 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Rate and review us on iTunes, the Everyday D...

Sometimes the guys are given opportunities to clear out listeners’ garages and help reset their thinking. They’re both very divergent on suggestions to Emery M. in CA, who wants to whittle down the collection and add a fast commuter car. Then, Chris in Ireland is moving to Australia, and his girlfriend wants a convertible – what should he buy? Social media questions ask how you deal with left-lane...

Car conclusions are the subject of Topic Tuesday, focusing on what information listeners derived from the debates. Jillian S. in northern New Jersey needs a new daily, and seems open to new platforms but must have an automatic. Social media questions ask how you practice performance driving on the street without hooning, can understeer be fun, and what does the word ‘Stingray’ mean to Corvettes? S...

When it comes to the merits of fun cars you want to buy, how do you make the final decision? Patrick M. is shopping for a mid-engine car, and can’t decide what he wants most. Then, Wally Z. wants a manual transmission for his commute car, so the guys go shopping for him. Social media questions ask how you do drive homework when you’re not ready to buy yet, should you put performance tires on non-p...

Topic Tuesday discusses the sentiment of never meeting your heroes! Nick F. has always liked the Mk. IV Toyota Supra, and finds himself in a position to buy one. Adam in Michigan has a great garage but an extremely short commute – his cars aren’t getting driven very much, and he wonders what a better mix of cars would be. Social media questions ask if you should drive with your mouth open or close...

Sometimes you’ve decided on a car and absolutely certain you’ll get it, until your emotions take over! Matthew C. writes with a debate between two large sedans that satisfy nearly opposing criteria, but are both powerful. Then, Mark W. in CT wants to branch out for his next commuter car. Social media questions ask about dealer markup, the popularity increase of off-roading, and should car companie...

The guys talk with Tommy Kendall and Justin Bell of The Torque Show and The Love of Cars on Hagerty. They talk about their first cars, driving dynamics, what they’re shopping for next. Social media questions ask how you get your parents or friends to actually drive their fun car, what is autocross, and should the guys add random special non-car podcast episodes? Seasons 1-6 are available on Amazon...

The guys discuss some ways enthusiasts can elevate their skills and explore new aspects of driving. Listener Frank is interested in both high-performance big track and drifting, and looking for a garage that can satisfy both interests. Jack in Davis, CA is trying to determine if he should partially restore his Z-car, or get something new? Social media questions ask if the Hyundai N brand will ever...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss the characteristics and elements that make for a good manual transmission. They debate something new to make Gary D. happy in Tulsa, OK, and take on social media questions that ask for tips on how to raise a junior enthusiast, what kinds of cars should come to North America, and is life too short to own the same car twice? Season 6 is available on Amazon Prime a...

In an EDD first, the guys record the entire podcast episode on a phone call while driving the Phaeton and Quattroporte on a road trip from Colorado to Utah! They take on debates from Adam in PA, who wants a true cul-de-sac car. Then, Duncan in Oxford, England is changing his car ownership history, and wants something powerful he’s never experienced before. Social media questions ask if there shoul...