Everyday Driver Car Debate

Life happens, but that doesn’t mean parents can’t drive fun cars. The guys debate manual sedans for Mike R. in Seattle, WA, who has a growing family and a broken track car. They also cover island driving, and low-power options for Stephen F. in Key West, FL. Social media questions cover how to shop for seats, continuing driver education incentives, and tips for first-time car shoppers at dealershi...

Topic Tuesday is a two-part question about dualities. First, what’s the difference between a great car and a special car? And second, what comprises the spectrum of car enthusiasts? The guys debate an unexpected hero car for Scott W. in Syracuse, NY, and then take on social media questions that include how many track days is too many, best beginner Porsches, and how to explain hypercars… Season 5...

Many times people are shopping for a newer fun car, but not Jarrad, who wants something older than 25 years to save money on insurance and registration. The guys debate choices for him, along with sporty cars for Michaela G. in Dallas, TX, who needs her bike to fit in the back. Social media topics include cars that bring dads and sons together, getting your money out of mods, and marked-down new c...

What sports cars are the most stylistically representative of past decades? The guys discuss for Topic Tuesday, and debate unique choices for Jeremy M. in MN. They also take on social media questions that include fun-to-drive hybrids, Nissan’s next moves, and going back to analog… Season 5 is now airing on the Motor Trend network through September 2019, Season 4 is available on Amazon Prime and Vi...

When you’re lost on what to buy next and need driving homework, what do you do? The guys make suggestions for Bo, who is usually the one to make recommendations to friends. Aleks R. in CA has a new job and wants something fun to handle the commute. Finally, social media questions include how to convince your wife a car is safe, what are the best car questions to ask someone, and why do companies u...

What are good, inexpensive alternatives to dream cars? The guys discuss this for Topic Tuesday, and suggest good replacements if you can’t afford your aspirational car. They also debate choices for Jason L. in Denver, CO and talk about social media questions that include design annoyances and tire research…  Season 5 is now airing on the Motor Trend network through September 2019, Season 4 is avai...

The guys debrief after their 3rd LeMons race at the Ridge Motorsports Park in Washington, and talk more about their drive with the Griots Garage guys. They discuss choices for Alex F. in Boston, MA, and adult cars for Hosney J. who is considering AWD. Social media questions include value based on ownership history, Panamera proportions, and good cars under less desirable brands… Season 5 is now ai...

The guys livestream from Griot’s Garage in Tacoma, WA with Richard and Nick Griot, talking about the cars they took for a drive that day. The Topic Tuesday covers the question of precious vs. protective, and the debate is for Peter S., who wants to buy a collector car for his yet unborn daughter… Season 5 is now airing on the Motor Trend network through September 2019, Season 4 is available on Ama...

Is styling the leading reason why you might buy a car? For enthusiast Jeremy M., it’s very high on the list, along with hydraulic steering racks and cable throttle bodies. Josh H. is a Subaru WRX fan, and thinking for the future while shopping for a new SUV for his wife. Social media questions include feedback received from OEMs about negative commentary, car values of the 2000s, and who is the al...

The 2020 Corvette Stingray reveal continues to ripple through the automotive industry, and many people have questions about what it does to the competition. Patrick T. in Minnesota is a Vette enthusiast and owner, and wrestles with the question of whether he’s missing out on another brand, or save for a new C8. Social media questions include manufacturers that offer the best white, why have cars g...

The new 8th generation Corvette has finally been revealed! But so has the crazy, new Lotus Evija electric hypercar. The guys take time to rant, and offer their take on both cars that are changing the automotive landscape. They debate roadtrip cars for Petar in Bulgaria, and among many good ones, a social media question asking if the phrase ‘no replacement for displacement’ should be retired? Seaso...

Car conclusions are becoming one of the guys’ favorite topics, when they discuss what listeners bought in all price categories. They debate potential commuter cars for Joshua L. in the northeast, who wonders if he can give himself permission to buy a German make. Finally, social media topics include unicorn commuters, explaining the race line without visuals, and how to spec a GT500? Season 5 is n...

Could Corvettes or Vipers offer many different performance variants to enthusiasts? The guys tackle this, along with which set of keys Patrick in OH should choose. Then, the budget debate is for John J., an emerging enthusiast trying to decide how to allocate funds. Finally, social media questions address who’s the bigger liability when encountering bikes and scooters, house carpet in cars, and de...

You read that right - the guys get way down in the weeds to answer questions and discuss topics like the state of driver’s education in the U.S., cars that pass the ‘smile’ test, and overcoming the fear of driving your fun car to work… Season 5 is now airing on the Motor Trend network through September 2019, Season 4 is available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review the podc...

Enthusiasts are constantly searching for cool car events, and listener Nick A. articulates this in his question to the guys: what are some top automotive things to do? Chance joins to add his ideas and discuss what are some fun and aspirational things to do? Then, Chris E., a driving coach at SpeedVegas writes a debate on behalf his mom, who needs something to replace her Cherokee. Social media qu...

What concept car best embodies the future? The guys discuss this thought and potential classic car reproductions by OEMs. Brian G. in Arkansas has a wife and young daughter, but is trying to decide whether his forthcoming fun car should include date nights or the whole family? Social media questions cover redesigns of rearview mirrors, the Phaeton and XJR film, and should you tell the dealer NOT t...

Future car rumors are fun to discuss, but can’t be relied on for purchasing decisions! The guys discuss models that might disappear, but others that might be returning too. They debate choices  for Connor C., who’s looking for the great American road trip car, and discuss $10k convertibles for Nick C. in Indiana, who wants a weekend getaway car. Finally, social media questions cover how to justify...

Really, an officer is here – to talk about proper traffic stop behavior, and reveal some insight into his point of view. The guys host local officer Chad in the studio for Topic Tuesday to discuss “spirited driving,” and how to manage yourself during a stop. Then, Jeremy P. in Michigan is changing careers from farming to police work, and is letting go of his large pickup truck in exchange for a fu...

Luxury cars tend to drop dramatically in price after just a few years, and BMWs are no exception. The guys discuss choices for Eric C. in upstate NY, who has serious mods to his Legacy GT, but wants a better balance between sport and comfort. They also address social media questions about fun cars that should make a comeback, dealerships that incorrectly list features, and owning which North Ameri...

When you’ve over-researched a car and know everything there is to know about it, can you still allow yourself to buy it? The guys tackle this for Topic Tuesday, and then discuss unique handl-y car choices for Naval Flight Officer Rob G. in Washington. Social media questions cover topics like branded titles, carbon fiber in every car, and which manufacturer has the best ‘entry level’ lineup? Season...

Todd’s son is now recreating the show out of Legos! The guys discuss a stopmotion episode, and what they would do with their lives if the show sold for millions. Tim M., a recent NC State graduate, is really into modifying, but not sure what he should do now that he has a real job. Matt H. in Cleveland, OH is an on-ramp enthusiast and commuter, and needs something slightly fun while still being co...

It’s time for more car conclusions from the audience, and the guys cover stories even if they’re not featured in the debates. Ben C. is shopping for his wife, but also wants something new for himself, that will be autocrossed alongside his Miata track car. Social media questions cover cars that almost attain the dynamics you want, companies the guys would be ambassadors for, and how soon is too so...

Can owning just one car possibly do everything for enthusiasts? The guys discuss options for Adam L. in Pittsburgh, PA. Then, Gonzalo S. in Barcelona, Spain is singularly focused on owning a Skyline R33 or R34 GTR, but how long will it take to get there, and which one should he choose? The social media questions addressed include how to better understand trim levels, switchable AWD on BMWs, and id...

Movie Cars (Pt. 1) is the Topic Tuesday, and the guys decide on films they wish had featured a different car. They discuss choices for Michael F. in Vermont, whose wife wishes she loved driving again. Finally, social media questions include bringing designers back to react to new cars, a mid-engined Toyota collaboration, and foregoing retirement to buy a 458… Pilgrimage 2019 is open for reservatio...

Why does everyone like SUVs so much? Christopher C. in Shreveport, La. bought a car he loves, and the guys have touched on SUVs, but never this much in-depth. Dayron in south Florida is letting his Mustang go, and needs a large fun commute car. Social media questions include discussion about legislation around electric and autonomous cars in cities, hooning Corollas, and when is the best time to s...