Everyday Driver Car Debate

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...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys speak with Frank Mecum, who grew up in the family business and lives the collector car auction business. They take social media questions, asking about aftermarket body kits that look good, square-stance wheel and tire setup, and what do the guys think of the Carolina Squat? Pilgrimage 2020 signups are now available! Season 6 is available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo world...

It seems like every enthusiast wants a manual. But not if it’s the wrong one! The guys cover a debate for Dereck F., who owns lots of cars and wants to spread his wings. Then, Marten H. in Germany requires imperfection for his next car, and asks for suggestions of a right wrong car! Social media questions ask why more sequential shifters aren’t offered by car companies, what are the guys’ current...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys get the insider conversation with Brian McGarvey, the Hagerty Sr. VP of Member Experience, including Hagerty Driver’s Club, DriveShare, and Dream Drive. Todd breaks his ownership rules with the Phaeton, and Paul discovers thermostat implausibility on the Maserati. Social media questions ask about non-car products offered from manufacturers, favorite brand logos, and yes...

Ninety minutes of the guys celebrating their 500th podcast episode by live-streaming on YouTube, and taking all kinds of car and non-car-related questions. They discuss the history of the show, best episodes, and future growth! The video episode is permanently available on the Everyday Driver YouTube channel. Pilgrimage 2020 signups are now available! Season 6 is available on Amazon Prime and Vime...

The Topic Tuesday is about cars you forgot existed, never knew about, or were simply obscure! The guys remember the reasons why they were forgotten. Then, Dan in Columbia, SC is tired of his reliable Honda, and wants to have some fun – and maybe be talked out of a hot hatch. Social media questions ask about the best car for Hawaii, is there inherent bias while attending manufacturer press launches...

The discovery of racing and track driving has hit Frank and his wife Beth pretty hard. Will they be able to share a race car? Andrew M. is on an altruistic hunt for his dad’s next car, but Andrew will eventually get full use of it, so he’s really shopping for himself – what car should they split? Social media questions ask about best steering wheel position for your hands, how much captured footag...

The guys discuss car technology for Topic Tuesday, specifically related to leasing vs. owning. Brandon C. in Atlanta questions the need to update tech every 3-5 years, or will Apple Carplay and Android Auto suffice? Then, the conversation turns to a subject the guys have never attempted to cover: dedicating your life to owning a dream car. Eric in NM asks if this is worthy of a life’s pursuit. Soc...

When struggling with the thought of changing over your entire garage, there’s always lingering fear you might miss a detail. Chip in Atlanta, GA is going through mental gymnastics to figure out the best combination of fun car and commuter. Then, Keith R. in Arizona wants to combine a couple cars into one, and needs suggestions. Social media questions ask how friends can share ownership of a car, c...

What are the most significant cars from the last decade? The guys discuss this for Topic Tuesday, and then debate anything but SUVs! Felix S. in northern VA is a Toyota guy, owns 3 SUVs and wants to know what the best ‘dad’ car is. Social media questions ask what racetracks can do to attract a more youth market, what’s the guys’ worst drone crash, and what did they think after their first track da...

Renovating your home is normal. But renovating your fleet? That’s the question David L. in Philadelphia asks the guys, who debate what cars should remain or get sold. Then, Shawn in MA is helping his mom select a new car. All they have are Toyotas, and Shawn is hoping she can branch out. Social media questions ask how to teach driving skills to new drivers, how do you overcome paralysis by analysi...

What is the recipe for ‘affordable’ fun cars in the future? Will they even exist? The guys tackle this for Topic Tuesday, and then debate a “forever car” for Jarod R. in Ohio. Social media questions ask what cosmetic items should be repaired when selling, are high or low miles better for a used EV, and is it bad to rev your car in neutral? Pilgrimage 2020 signups are now available! Season 6 is ava...

Car enthusiast families can disagree on their taste in cars, but fun cars always remain agreed upon. Nathan in Wisconsin used to flip used police cars bought at auctions, but now he wants to stick with something for longer term. Then, Go M. in Japan wants his wife to love driving, and trying to decide what the best choice for her might be. Social media questions ask about society’s changing outloo...

Car conclusions are the Topic Tuesday – listeners write with stories of what they bought, from inexpensive family car choices to cheap Porsches. Dustin K. and his wife are moving out of NYC, and re-starting their car ownership journey. Social media questions ask which normal cars have aged the best, can steering wheel design encourage driver attentiveness, and regarding cars that were expensive wh...

Getting your friends’ approval for the car you want to buy is important – the guys debate for Cristian G. in Denver, CO. Then, Zach S. in Philly is a builder and wrencher, but can’t decide between another project car and something ready to drive. Social media questions include project cars for teenagers, is the art of car design now lost, and will offroad tires exaggerate worn suspension?  Pilgrim...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys spend time with McKeel Hagerty, the CEO of Hagerty, to discuss how it all started, the company’s current position in the automotive industry, and the future of driving. Social media questions ask about interior of 80’s cars, what’s the skill level required for the Pilgrimage trip, and is knowing how to drive a manual transmission a requirement to be a car enthusiast? Pi...