GSMC Car Podcast

David talks about the quintessential Japanese luxury sedan; the Toyota Century. David discusses the unique philosophy of Japanese luxury and how the Century is truly a product of its culture. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Plea...

David speaks about the origin, the life, and the eventual death of the traditional luxury car in America. David discusses a topic he is very passionate about and he explains how financial strains and overseas competition, along with lack of consumer demand ended this special, legendary class of automobiles. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us...

David discusses the various elements of the Toyota Supra. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Car Podcasts. We...

David talks about the good and bad qualities typically associated with German cars. He focuses on the engineering and build quality as well as the long history that German cars have in America and abroad. He also gives a top 5 of which German cars to buy, and 5 German cars not to buy. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the s...

David discusses the rumors that have been floating around about the new Nissan 400Z that Nissan recently announced in May of 2020. David discusses the history of the Z car, his concerns about Nissan quality, and He also mentions his top 5 favorite JDM (Japanese Domestic Manufacture) cars of all time. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and su...

David talks about one of his favorites, the Cadillac Motor Company. He talks about Cadillac's history as once being the "standard of the world" to now becoming a German rival wannabe. Speaking of which, David also discusses what he believes GM should do with Cadillac, and he talks about his favorite American luxury cars of all time. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you e...

David talks about the new C8 Corvette. He discusses why it is a HUGE deal for the American car market, what it offers, what its competition is like, and the history of the Corvette as a whole. He also covers cars similar to the Corvette, as well as his personal take on the new C8. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the s...

David talks about the 2021 Ford Bronco and also gives some history of the Bronco. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the first to get the l...

Ty talks about the types of flying cars coming over the horizon, and some of the hurdles (technological, and societal) that will have to be traversed to make these a reality in the future. Enjoy this rebroadcast of a previous episode. As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please...

Ty talks about some of the latest automotive news: the Chevy Bolt, the 2021 Ford Bronco, and Lexus designing moon vehicles. He then does a deep dive on the Corvette C8. As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’...

David continues in his series of the most influential cars from each decade with the 1894 Duryea Motor Wagon, also known as the first car ever made and sold in America. This car laid the foundation for what is now the largest car market on Earth. As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on...

David has launched a series on the most influential cars from each decade. In this podcast he discusses the legendary 1886 Benz Patent Motorwagen - the car that started it all As always, if you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That w...

The Oldsmobile Aurora was not your grandpa's Oldsmobile. It was a sleek, performance-oriented masterpiece that was meant to revive the Oldsmobile brand after a steady decline in sales after the mid-80s. Unfortunately, it came too late; Oldsmobile's fate had already been sealed. Here's to their last Hoorah - the V8-powered Aurora. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: yo...

Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you the Toyota FJ Cruiser - the "other" Land Cruiser. The FJ Cruiser was Toyota's attempt at harkening back to the off-road roots of the Toyota Land Cruiser. This was done in the form of a quirky mid-size SUV that was inspired by the FJ40 from the 1960s. The question is, if the FJ40 was so successful, why wasn't the FJ Cruiser? Find out more in today's podcast! I...

The AMC Eagle was not an ordinary vehicle. It was not a car that some college student bought because they needed to get from the proverbial "point A to point B." This car was something special - a trailblazer that left its mark on the fabric of today's car culture; nearly 40 years after it was first introduced. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iT...

The Toyota Crown is Japan's equivalent of the Ford Panther platform; a vehicle used for public service as well as a large array of civilian uses as well. From the large, luxurious Crown Majesta, to the sporty Crown Athlete, or the utilitarian Crown Comfort; the Toyota Crown is a lovely vehicle steeped in history that is an icon in the Japanese automotive landscape. If you enjoyed this episode, fol...

The Lincoln LS was the first - and subsequently - the last sports sedan made by Lincoln. It was a combination of European engineering with American styling and affordability. Was this a combination that worked? Find out about the complex history of the LS in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts...

The rise of the electric vehicle and the crossover has fundamentally changed the American car market. There was a time that one could buy a performance-spec sedan without having to break the bank - these days, not only is the sedan a dying art, but the performance sedans that are left are extremely expensive and -perhaps ironically - not as exclusive as they once were. If you enjoyed this episode,...

David arises in defense of the Jaguar XJ - a European Luxury sedan that is commonly overlooked. He compares it to the other luxury powerhouses from Germany and proves why it is a shockingly competent car for a relatively bargain price. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please rememb...

After a rather controversial debate in the Facebook group "Unpopular Carpinions," David decides to settle this debate once and for all in this podcast. He will determine what was the best full-size American luxury car of the early 2000s. His answer might surprise you. If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as...

In this special edition of the GSMC Car Podcast, David discusses the cars of the British Royal family as well as a special tribute to His Royal Highness Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh who was a lover of all things engineering and technological. This podcast will focus on the Royal Family's personal car collection as well as the State Vehicle used by Her Majesty the Queen. If you enjoyed this...

David explains the reasoning behind the U.S. government's ban on grey-market imports and the intricacies of this rather annoying rule. He also gives a list of the exciting cars that are available for import this year after recently becoming eligible! If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube...

To end the series on the most influential cars from each decade, David predicts that the new GMC Hummer EV will be the most influential car of our current decade - the 2020s. Slated to go into production before the end of this year, the Hummer EV is the first viable entry into a new class of fully electric "supertrucks" that will meet the demand for more capable electric vehicles.<br /><b...

The Tesla Model S is one of the most successful electric cars ever produced. Check out how this cool car may very well predict what the future holds for car technology, culture, and the people who will someday grow up driving them.<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on You...

The ugliest car ever made? Or the most influential car of the 2000s? You decide. Whatever you may say, it cannot be denied that the Pontiac Aztek was one of the most important early crossovers in terms of practicality, versatility, and innovation. Unfortunately, it was absolutely hideous and people just couldn't stand it.<br /><br />If you enjoyed this episode, follow us and subscribe...