Everyday Driver Car Debate

Every 25 episodes, the guys livestream the Car Debate on their TestDriveVideos YT channel. This episode features all-car questions from the live chat! Among many questions, the audience asks why pop-up headlights are dangerous and tall truck hoods aren’t, why does sound matter to enthusiasts so much, who had more anxiety during the HOD deal, is ‘rider-active’ a thing while driving a car, and what...

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what makes a car special? Is it rarity, brand cachet or something else? They encourage Tyler C. to get rid of a sentimental car, in order to free up future desires. Social media questions ask if all-weather tires should be the default instead of all-seasons, will HOD ever host autocross events, and shouldn’t we all celebrate appliance cars in order to encourag...

How do you not become a Mustang ‘FAIL’ video? Jeff in Chicago has owned many Mustangs, but willing to try other cars while he’s focused on his family. The guys debate his-and-hers sports cars for Olivia in UT, whose fiancée owns a Miata that he won’t sell. Social media questions ask where the line is drawn on upgrades vs. buying a different car, can the guys start a petition against ‘piano black’...

The old and new Toyota Tacomas – a back-to-back test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Tacomas or any Toyota? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Everyday Driver has acquired Hooked On Driving, America’s premiere company for high-performance driving events! For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss the whole story that’s been brewing for nearly a year. They believe EDD + HOD are greater together, and the future of HPDE is very exciting! Social media questions ask for a good ‘road-trip kit,’ why do people buy a car based on what their friends thin...

The guys tackle three debates for listeners, including Jordan L. who is considering which one of his vehicles to bring during military service. Then, Dylan in Canada is wondering if his V8 fixation is warranted? Finally, Chris M. wonders about British everyday drivers, specifically the Jaguar XK cars, which are relatively cheap! Social media questions ask if the Dutch have cracked the code to ligh...

The Nissan NISMO Z test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Z cars, NISMO cars, or any Nissan? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is ‘continual improvement’ ruining cars for enthusiast? John S. asks the question for Topic Tuesday, and the guys discuss. Then, Alex V. wonders about forsaking reliability for something else? What enthusiast car should he buy? Social media questions ask what makes for a good C&C, what’s the difference between chassis dynamics and handling, and do the guys miss the car culture of Southern Californ...

Choose your weapon for a week-long road trip! David W. in MI is planning a father-son trip and wants a fun sports car to drive while following Route 66. Then, Celio R. hates his wife’s SUV and wants something that drives better and is more stylish than a Touareg. Social media questions ask what happened to good tan interiors, how much of the buying public actually buys cars for how they drive, and...

The GranTurismo Trofeo test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for GranTurismos, or any Maserati? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Speaking theoretically, if every manufacturer could only build one vehicle from their lineup, which ones survive? The guys go in-depth for Topic Tuesday, and decide if the icons are worth saving. They debate dad-car choices for Randy L. who already owns some fun cars, but wants space for a growing family. Social media questions ask why the car community must continually proclaim that sports cars a...

Alternate titles included Swipe On Raptor, Giving A Seminar, and It’s All Ferrari’s Fault! The guys debate fun-car options for Michael S. in CA, and convertibles for Louis O. who wants a car for cruising with his wife. Social media questions ask what’s the biggest barrier when bringing a car to market, is there a reason that people like ‘coupe’ SUVs over the standard box shape, and do manufacturer...

The Grecale Trofeo test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Grecales, or any Maserati? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fun:Worry Ratio is explored for Topic Tuesday, inquiring if there is an optimal power output for the road? Then, Tom B. in Kansas City hates his wife’s car, and dreams of better options. Social media questions ask if there’s a way buyers can break the American habit of buying SUVs and crossovers, how do you overcome the fear of left-hand corners during spirited canyon driving and are current c...

Has the car market finally turned, and is it time to get more for your money? Corey S. is trying to overcome his frugal nature and splurge a bit. Then, Alex M. in PA wants V8 thrills on a budget. Social media questions ask if car enthusiasts spend too much time obsessing over new cars and not enough time with the cars they already own, have the guys experienced bad sun glare with lighter interiors...

Car conclusions from listeners are the theme for Topic Tuesday! Many people have written about their progression and excitement for enthusiast driving. The debate is for Mark M. in CO, who likes EVs but hasn’t had the best experience, so he’s wondering what interim car he could buy? Social media questions ask if the guys have ever been approached by a talent agency, do they consider themselves ‘Yo...

Approximately one hundred years later, flying cars are all the rage. Again. The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas features new flying modes of transportation that are just around the corner! The debate is for Kyle B. in South Carolina, who is in a Subaru rut. Then, Jim P. writes for ideas for a two-car lifetime garage. Social media questions ask if soft top or hard top convertibles are more p...

The Topic Tuesday question is from Johnny FD in Ukraine, who asks how bad are Chinese cars, really? The guys debate choices for Manav in Ontario, CDN, who simply wants something new. Social media questions ask if there are ways to better quantify or compare handling, how necessary are Limited Slip Differentials, and what will happen to all of the cheap 'compliance' EVs? Please rate + review us on...

Why do our cars have to be special? The guys debate choices for Karim, who feels like he’s done with cars after owning more than 75. They talk American muscle for Nick in Germany, who commutes to the Netherlands. Social media questions ask about Stellantis pulling out of US car shows, why does Mazda keep an Elise as a reference vehicle for steering feel, and if each manufacturer could only make on...

The guys are glad for the new year, and discuss cars and adventures they’re looking forward to! They debate German V8s for Louie in California, who wants lots of power and sound but is concerned about maintenance. Social media questions ask about the guys’ skepticism of EV infrastructure, what brand would surprise them most if a new enthusiast car were launched, and is Michael Mann’s ‘Ferrari’ fil...

The guys look back on their road trips and films for 2023, and decide what cars and adventures were the standouts! They debate choices for Dan in CT, whose inner car enthusiast has been awakened. Social media questions ask why the Scion brand doesn’t get discussed much, why don’t exotics get discussed as well, and if a Hollywood movie were to be made about Everyday Driver, which celebrities would...

The Artura test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Arturas or any Mclaren? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys have previously discussed answers to the question of ‘what is a sports car?’ For this Topic Tuesday, they’re asked for the definition of fun! They debate ‘reward’ cars for Ahmed in the PNW, who has paid off student loans and wants something fun. Social media questions ask if buying a future European car simply means an EV, what design features define the Crown Victoria, and who is faster...

Why is it so difficult to name a car? Some vehicle names sound great, like Testarossa, Countach, Viper, Interceptor, Charger, Defender, Gladiator and Raptor. Other names aren’t very exciting, and sound way too contrived. The guys battle hybrid choices for Theodōr in Iceland, and address first-world problems for Patrick in LA. Social media questions ask if Caterham has cracked the EV sports car pro...

The Pilot Trailsport test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Pilots, Passports, or any Honda? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices