Kevin McCauley and Chris Nguyen
New For '96!
A bi-annual (?) podcast about automotive pedantry, “facts” and more. Hosted by whiskey-wielding Chris Nguyen & Kevin McCauley.
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Kevin McCauley and Chris Nguyen
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Jun 26, 2026
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Episodes
#94: Life’s a Birch When You Suddenly Own a British Car 26.06.2026 1:11:46
In this episode of New for ’96 – Kevin makes a movie about a green car, Chris buys something British from a dealer next to the city tire fire, and we brush off scandalous car controversies. Rare Shades Birch Green on Youtube: https://youtu.be/OLH0MAg6rj8?si=OlIcDfPhzPWlIZ8O Topics Rare Shades: Birch Green Porsche film and screenings Porsche PTS and modern color trends 2011 L322 Range Rover Modern...
#93: Rouged for '96 09.04.2026 1:04:04
hcrbook.com CONTENT WARNING: Includes discussion of roast beef in smell and texture. In this episode, Chris and Kevin discuss the coffee-table book they've been working on, the luxurious and muscular seats of the 1996-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (ZJ), and the 2026 Hill Country Rallye.
#92: 'Car' for '96! 07.05.2025 1:13:50
In a special episode, we read Car: A Drama of the American Workplace by Mary Walton, and do a deep dive into the creation and impact of the revolutionary 1996 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable. Car: A Drama of the American Workplace by Mary Walton https://www.amazon.com/Car-American-Workplace-Mary-Walton/dp/0393318613h 1995 Detroit Auto Show unveilings (including Chrysler caravan) https://www.youtube....
#91: But Enough about Saabs, 31.07.2024 1:04:14
Note: At 06:05, Kevin says "Houston has not had a direct hurricane impact in a very long time." Shortly after this recording, Houston suffered a direct impact from a hurricane. Dashcam Footage Downtown Houston when TORNADO hits. (05-16-24) https://youtu.be/agEamWQ2V3s?si=OQfbHQtFmDaDX9tb 2025 Porsche 911 Review: A Hybrid Without Compromise Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.yo...
#90: Follow Us on FaceUnion 18.03.2024 1:01:41
Volvo S80 Personal Car Communicator https://www.theautopian.com/how-the-volvo-s80-could-let-you-know-if-a-murderer-was-in-your-car-inspired-by-nuclear-security-measures/#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20headline%20features,was%20hiding%20inside%20your%20car Best Fake Law & Order Websites https://www.ranker.com/list/best-fake-websites-from-law-and-order-svu/whitneyvanlaningham Macan EV: https://www.th...
#89: VNC (Very Normal Car) 08.01.2024 56:33
A new addition to the New For 96! family, and a distressingly deep dive into the Ford Five Hundred (2005-2007).
#88: Land Cruiser Prado-cast with Mack Hogan 11.09.2023 1:19:02
Mack Hogan ( https://www.instagram.com/macklinhogan/ ) joins us after a recent visit to Houston to discuss the capable offroad vehicle that’s been dominating all the headlines: the 1998 Ford Ranger EV. Ferrari 550 Maranello on Road & Track: https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a44813723/ferrari-550-maranello-review/ Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster on Road & Track: https://www.roadandtrack....
#87: Helpful Consumer Advice 18.07.2023 1:00:08
Everyone has a dream. Chris’ dream is for someone to buy a used German V10 based on his recommendation. 911 Classic Club Coupe ttps://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/classic/factoryrestoration/reference/911classicclubcoupe/#:~:text=The%20911%20Sport%20Classic%20(type,be%20created%20for%20the%20USA. Singer DLS Turbo https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a44347905/porsche-911-reimagined-singe...
#86: Special Millennium Edition 11.05.2023 1:14:02
In this topic-filled Special Millennium Edition, Kevin and Chris discuss cars that no longer exist, attend Radwood Austin, co-review a New For ’16 daily driver, and gloss over new performance hatches, including a $52,000 Acura. Bailout Garage (the Sportcross buyer!) on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bailoutgarage1249 Bad E91 auction on BaT: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2010-bmw-328i-xdriv...
#85: A Very Normal Good Car 23.03.2023 1:06:07
The task of finding Kevin a new daily driver has provided an all-too-brief respite for Chris from his own daily driver search, which he relives, over and over, perpetually, à la Groundhog Day . Kevin has a YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out our Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor96 Email us question...
#84: PTS Dakar Yellow 911 Dakar 🐪 17.01.2023 1:01:50
It's time for Season 3 of New For Ninety-Six! Bring-A-Dystopia Brads website: https://www.parkedontheblock.com New Honda Accord – for when the American Passat is too radical: https://automobiles.honda.com/future-cars/2023-accord-sedan Gymkhana Eight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr6c-Dy8TG4 Kia Niro EV: https://www.instagram.com/p/CmFGmW7uxM7/ Dakar Yellow E36 M3 Convertible: https://www.instag...
#83: Metric Hot Takes with Jordan Remeljej 🦘 18.11.2022 1:10:14
We're joined by Jordan Remeljej of Modern Aircooled (https://www.modernaircooled.com) and Europa Touring Ltd. ( https://europatouring.ltd ). Also: Rinspeed Bedouin: https://www.carscoops.com/2020/12/rinspeed-bedouin-is-a-porsche-911-that-morphs-into-a-pickup/ MG -MG F https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MG_F_/_MG_TF -MG X Power XV https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MG_XPower_SV -MG HS crossover https:...
#82: The GranTur(ismo) 27.09.2022 1:01:15
• Automoji updates • Mustang, Pagani Utopia, Koenigsegg, McLaren Solus GT, Dodge Hornet, Jeep Avenger — these are some new cars that we won’t be talking about. • GT3 RS • Maserati Gran Turismo • Crosstrek Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out our Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor...
#81: Zero UX Given 10.08.2022 1:02:29
The Saint theme, played by the horn in a Volvo C70: https://youtu.be/cK36DV3HrrI?t=123 Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out our Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor96 Email us questions or comments: newforninetysix@gmail.com
#80: Famous Last Words: "Cheap Old Range Rover" 28.06.2022 1:02:02
In this episode, @analogdialog considers a new daily driver, @kmccauley is plagued by a Ford Contour mystery, and we double down on The Opinions. Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Also Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor96 Email us questions or comments: newforninetysix@gmail.com
#79: The Vast and The Various 17.05.2022 1:02:19
Season 3! In this episode: Radwood Austin, Hill Country Rallye, Egypt, Fiat Panda, and SOUND EFFECTS! Lancia washing machine shirt: https://capturingthemachine.com/products/washing-machine-shirt Kevin’s Fiat Panda/Radwood video: https://youtu.be/3_IsZsU2Bx8
#78: Bondo'd Banter 23.03.2022 1:05:05
On this episode, Kevin gets whiskey in his eye, Chris considers a P38 Range Rover to reduce his quality of life, and we discuss cars new for 2009.
#77: What's with the attÉtude? 09.02.2022 1:17:31
In this episode, we get current with old news, Kevin threatens to discuss the Acura RLX Hybrid, Chris drives a 996 GT3, and we reminisce about cars driven in 2021. Chris’ Petersen Museum tweet https://twitter.com/analogdialog/status/1468631894489190401?s=20&t=87xk9hcMFIVvKLHxLM9i2g HOT TAKE QUICK TAKE Fuch/Marry/Kill 1987 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Cars_introduced_in_1987 Apparentl...
#76: And Just Like That, We're Out of Whiskey 17.12.2021 1:05:28
In this episode, Kevin returns to LA for Autopia 2099, Chris is very bad at selling cars and we discuss cars New for 2004. Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out our Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor96 Email us questions or comments: newforninetysix@gmail.com
#75: Radwood is BPC-Free 30.11.2021 1:01:40
In this episode, Kevin and Chris visit Radwood SoCal, fix Acura (again), and aimlessly recollect foggy memories of past trips to the ‘City of Angels.’ Kevin’s Radwood SoCal video: https://youtu.be/WfvIWmyHKCo Radwood Best in Show Winner Ferrari 308 on Road & Track https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a37693798/ferrari-308-to-arctic-ocean/ Honda collection images: http://www.eastwestbrother...
#74: J.B. Powell & Associates “Least Satisfying Content” 28.10.2021 1:00:27
On this episode, Kevin and Chris manage to relate the Mitsubishi 3000GT to the Mirage, we opine on the Polestar 2, and Kevin makes a documentary. Kevin’s 911 SC tribute video: https://youtu.be/sqDUv01NgqA Gray Fox Porsche 912 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cv5k6SRAltQ Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter...
#73: Overhangs and Hangovers 29.09.2021 57:32
On this episode, @kmccauley and @analogdialog discuss Sciroccos, Audi V8s and other cars with disproportionate front overhangs and end with a deep dive into what's new for '88. Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out our Instagram: http://instagram.com/newfor96 Email us questions or com...
#72: 99 Luft Opinions 15.09.2021 57:42
On this episode @kmccauley and @analogdialog attend Luftgekühlt 7 in Indianapolis, Chris Defend(er)s his daily driving decision and Kevin starts a gotcha-based interview series. Luftgekühlt 7: https://luftgekuhlt.com 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Leichtbau: https://germancarsforsaleblog.com/1990-porsche-911-carrera-4-leichtbau/ Porsche side triple stripes: https://renndecals.com/collections/triple-st...
#71: Let's Talk About Integra-ty 24.08.2021 59:51
In this episode, @kmccauley and @analogdialog have weirdly specific opinions about 3 yet to be released cars and the 1986 Yue Loong Feeling is mentioned for the first time since 1986. BMW $1M Acura “integra” Nissan Z 2 Series or Not 2 Series FMK 1986 Kevin has a YouTube channel now: https://www.youtube.com/c/capturingthemachine We’re on Twitter, apparently: http://twitter.com/newfor96 Check out ou...
#70: The 5G Conspiracy 06.08.2021 55:25
We’ve heard your demands for new content to fall asleep to, and we’ve delivered: in this episode, Kevin and Chris talk about unfortunate convertible soft-tops, Ferraris at Indy, and Pandas. Just kidding, it’s all Subaru Foresters. Ferrari 550 Barchetta soft top: https://myautoworld.com/ferrari/cars/ferrari/ferrari-01-550Barchetta/550_Barchetta-top3.jpg 996.1 GT3 rear wing: https://photos.stuttcars...
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