Motor1.com Podcast Network

Motor1.com Podcast Network

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The Motor1.com Podcast Network is your one stop for everything automotive. Listen to Rambling About Cars every Friday to get up to speed on the biggest car stories of the week. Or, reserve your table at the Motor1.com Test Car Happy Hour on Mondays, for reports on all the supercars, EVs, SUVs, and trucks we've been driving this week. 

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Feb 5, 2024

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Episodes

S2 Ep31: Acura NSX Type S, Bronco Quality Control, Reviving Japanese Sports Cars 05.08.2021

Motor1.com Video Director Clint Simone joins us as a guest. We start by discussing what we know about the Acura NSX Type S and the death of the latest generation of the Japanese supercar that is assembled in Ohio. Then, we look at the quality control issues plaguing the early production of the Ford Bronco, including a whistling noise and various problems with the roof. Finally, we each pick two de...

S2 Ep30: Land Cruiser Controversy, Crazy Bronco Prices, Camaro Rumor, Classic Cars 30.07.2021

This week we learn Toyota won’t let new Land Cruiser buyers resell the luxury SUV outside of Japan, and the reasoning is strange to say the least. Meanwhile, Ford Bronco buyers in the United States are reselling like crazy, and asking wild six-figure prices to boot. A credible report regarding the Chevrolet Camaro suggests it might become an electric sedan in a few years. Then, Bruce and Smith sha...

S2 Ep29: New RS3, Kia Stinger Death Watch, Ram Tows Semi, '80s Car Challenge 23.07.2021

This week’s episode embraces sports sedans with the new 2022 Audi RS3 debut, then shifts to rumors that the Kia Stinger could end production in early 2022. A viral video of a Dodge Ram towing a loaded logging truck is discussed in-depth following an exclusive interview Smith had with the pickup’s owner. The second segment sees Bruce and Smith choose a hilarious group of cars under $5,000 for a ret...

S2 Ep28: Elantra N And Valhalla Arrive, Maverick Way Cheaper Than Santa Cruz, And More 16.07.2021

We start the show by discussing the new Hyundai Elantra N, then dig into the pricing for the Hyundai Santa Cruz, Golf GTI, and Golf R. Finally, we check out the new Aston Martin Valhalla supercar. In our second segment, we discuss this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed, and Smith talks about a the loss of a unique Mercury Sable SHO wagon.

S2 Ep27: Last Lamborghini Aventador, Lotus Emira, Escalade Road Trip And More 09.07.2021

Motor1.com Global Managing Editor John Neff joins Rambling About Cars to talk about recent debuts like the Lotus Emira, Volkswagen Golf R Variant, Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae, Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid, and BMW 2 Series. Then, Neff tells us about his long-range road trip in a $113,000 Cadillac Escalade with GM's Super Cruise advanced driving assistance system.

S2 Ep26: New Subaru WRX, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, Flying Car Fiasco 02.07.2021

We start by looking at the news like the teaser for the next-gen Subaru WRX and the debut of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT. We also look like quirky things like a V12-powered Ford Crown Victoria and a camper that expands to be three times the size than when towing it. Then, we talk about why flying cars are never going to happen, at least in the way they are usually promised.

S2 Ep25: Toyota Tundra Leaks, Honda And Porsche Debuts, And Places To Drive In The Summer 25.06.2021

We look at the leaks surrounding the new Toyota Tundra. Then, we look at the recent debuts like the Honda Civic Hatchback, Porsche 911 GTS models, and Jeep Wrangler Xtreme Recon package. Finally, we delve into fun places to drive in the summer like drive-in movies and car shows.

S2 Ep24: Affordable Convertibles, Transforming Alfa Romeo, And Listener Questions 18.06.2021

We look at the odd state of affordable convertibles in the current automotive world. Then, we answer your questions like how to fix Alfa Romeo and comparing the Ford Maverick to the Explorer Sport Trac

S2 Ep23: Ford Maverick And Toyota Land Cruiser Debut To Give Us Lots To Talk About 11.06.2021

While we promised not to talk about Ford for a month, the introduction of the Ford Maverick was too big of a deal to skip. We compare it to the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Then, we take a look at the new Toyota Land Cruiser, including the model's past and future in the US.

S2 Ep22: Toyota Corolla Cross, bZ4X, And Special Editions; Plus What We'd Buy With $1 Million 04.06.2021

Anthony Alaniz co-hosts while we talk about the bevy of debuts this week, including the Toyota Corolla Cross, bZ4X, and special editions of the Supra, Tacoma, and 4Runner. Then, we imagine what we'd buy with $1 million.

S2 Ep21: Why The Supra Is Overrated And Maserati MC20 Is Underrated (And More) 28.05.2021

Motor1.com US Managing Editor Brandon Turkus joins us to pick out the sports cars that are underrated and which ones are overrated. We're sure to hurt some feelings.

S2 Ep20: F150 Lightning Debut and Cool Street Trucks Of Yore 21.05.2021

The F-150 Lightning debut is arguably the most important vehicle debut so far in 2021, so we don't feel like we can ignore it. However, we have talked about the electric truck in a previous episode and have discussed Ford a lot recently. We decided that rather than us having yet another conversation about the model, we'd put some fresh faces on the show. This is also an experiment because we'd lik...

S2 Ep19: Roadtrip Glory And Ford's New Over-The-Air Tech 14.05.2021

Smith talks about his recent road trip from South Dakota to Michigan and back, including his thoughts on his 2021 Toyota Camry rental car. We talk about what to eat on a trip and what to listen to. Then, Ford Director of Retail Operations Kate Pearce joins us to talk about Ford's Power-Up over-the-air software updates.

S2 Ep18: New Ford Lightning, Old Lightnings, And Concept Trucks 07.05.2021

Brett Evans joins us to talk about the rumor of a new Ford F-150 Lightning. Then, we discuss the first two generations of the muscle truck. We finish things by looking at a bunch of pickup concepts and one-offs.

S2 Ep17: 2022 Honda Civic And The Current State Of Hatchbacks And Sedans 30.04.2021

We take a look at the newly introduced 2022 Honda Civic and use it as a catalyst for discussing the current state of small hatchbacks and sedans in a crossover-obsessed world. Then we pick out some of our favorites from the past like the Impala SS, Saab 900, Escort Cosworth, and Taurus.

S2 Ep16: Mercedes EQS, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Auto Shanghai Oddities, And Much More 23.04.2021

Kyle Connor from Out of Spec Studios joins us to discuss the multitude of automotive debuts in the past week. We dig into the Mercedes-Benz EQS EV, Hyundai Santa Cruz, Honda Civic, and Cadillac Lyriq. Then, we check out some of the weirder premieres at Auto Shanghai 2021.

S2 Ep15: Mustang Madness With Ford's Mustang Guru John Clor: Rambling About Cars Episode 15 16.04.2021

Few people in the world know the Ford Mustang like Ford Performance Enthusiast Communications Manager John Clor. He joins Bruce and Smith to celebrate Mustang day by sharing entertaining stories about the pony car's early development, the Mustang II, and the exciting SVT era through the 1990s.

S2 Ep14: New Toyota 86, Hummer EV SUV and a Cheap Car Challenge 09.04.2021

We dig into the recent debuts of the Toyota 86 and Hummer EV SUV. Then, we each have an imaginary $5,000 for picking a car to buy, borrow from a buddy, and to avoid completely.

S2 Ep13: VW's April Fool's Fail, the Subaru Outback Wilderness, And More Subie Talk 02.04.2021

We rip apart VW's April Fool's joke. Then, things get more more positive when talking about the Outback Wilderness and the upcoming collaboration between Subaru and Toyota.

S2 Ep12: Bronco History With Ford Archivist Ted Ryan 25.03.2021

Ford Archivist Ted Ryan is our guest to discuss fascinating bits of Bronco history. We talk about the SUV's genesis, including original Ford documents explaining the reason for building it. Also, did you know there was a Bronco 'pope-mobile' and a plan to make a military variant of the SUV?

S2 Ep11: Who'll Win The Electric Truck Battle? 18.03.2021

This week on Rambling About Cars: Electric pickup trucks. They're coming. How soon will they get here? Which ones will even make it at all? A perhaps most importantly, will America's truck culture, accept them?

S2 Ep10: Jeep Wagoneer Returns! Everything You Need To Know 12.03.2021

Brett Evans joins us to discuss all the details about the 2022 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. Then we talk about the history of luxury SUVs in the US like the Super Wagoneer, Land Rover Range Rover, and Cadillac Escalade.

S2 Ep9: Loving Automotive Pop Culture From Movies To Toys 05.03.2021

John Neff and Brett Evans join the show to discuss the car-focused pop culture that we love. The discussion ranges from movies like The Love Bug and The Fast and the Furious franchise to a variety of toys, models, and Lego.

S2 Ep8: Lots Of New Car Debuts And Discussing Mitsubishi In The USA 26.02.2021
S2 Ep7: Talking Tires With Jonathan Benson Of Tyre Reviews 19.02.2021

Jonathan Benson from Tyre Reviews joins us to talk about the most important part of your car that often gets ignored. Then, we have some fun discussing our favorite experiences behind the wheel.

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