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Brett Weiler joins us in the studio to set the record straight: he’s the trucker who unknowingly delivered a stolen McLaren, and he walks us through exactly how digital theft and double brokering work, from the blind shipment to the moment the handoff felt wrong in a Downtown Atlanta parking lot. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to...

Doug is on a quest for the perfect winter daily driver, and after ruling out a graveyard of Porsches, wagons, and diesels, the guys deliver a hard diagnosis: no single car can do it all. Plus, we into airbags, cameras, and driver aids that aren't really making the roads safer. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates...

California's new tire efficiency standards claim to save billions but the math tells a different story. We run the numbers, poke holes in the testing, and ask why the state won't just cut their gas tax instead. Plus, a dealership empire built on $300 million in debt comes crashing down. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit van...

Doug and Tyler are off this week so, in place of a regular episode, let's look back on some of our favorite plate to sample moments over the past three seasons. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates: https://switchcast.live/ Visit our sponsors: Shaughnessy Overland Express SuperCarClaims.com Race Tools Direct Solo...

This past weekend, we went to Woodward Dream Cruise; the Monterey of the Midwest! Holy smokes, though, was it utter mayhem. Is Woodward going to be around for much longer? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates: https://switchcast.live/ Visit our sponsors: Shaughnessy Overland Express SuperCarClaims.com Race Tools...

A new study is making the claim that speeding doesn't save you any time; let's jump into what about that article is valid and what may not be so valid. Also, we'll get into some auctions and play Plate to Sample. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates: https://switchcast.live/ Resources used: https://www.vice.com/e...

An elderly woman is shocked when she receives her randomly assigned license plate in the mail. Plus, Doug and Tyler discuss the usage of Flock Cameras, AI, and self-driving cars. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates: https://switchcast.live/ Resources used: US pensioner shocked by her racy new car licence plate A...

Doug has some thoughts on market "speculators" and investment vehicles this week. Plus, we'll get into Doug's experience Lemons racing, too. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Visit our sponsors: Shaughnessy Overla...

We've ranted/debated about the current state of car culture several times on the podcast, but this week, let's look at the car community in a more positive light, discussing how we got involved in our local car scene and how you can, as well. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit...

We've talked in the past about what we think of car culture and what we think is good and bad about it, but now we're seeing a trend with "boomer boards" showing up with Porsche, Aston Martin, and Ferrari owners. What can we infer about the car community form this? Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on Swi...

A $132,000 Cadillac Escalade-V disappears into thin air after being dropped at a random Las Vegas home mid-transport — and now the lawsuits are flying. Plus, we'll do a yearly recap on auction results. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: ht...

A Florida man hired a shady uShip broker to ship his 2026 Porsche to Michigan and nearly lost it to a Miami theft ring before the driver stole it himself to run errands. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Visit our...

Speed cameras are everywhere, and they're not about safety; they're about revenue. A Portland man took justice into his own hands to handle them. Plus, we break down the driver "safety" courses they make you take to get your ticket dismissed, and why the information they teach is somehow even more insulting than the ticket itself. Resouces used: https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2026/03/man-guilty-...

An Arkansas State Trooper was fired after a botched PIT maneuver. Plus we jump into another "speed kills" study and debunk it. Resouces used: Trooper Terminated after PIT Maneuver Arkansas Trooper Fired After Pitting The Wrong Car During Chase "Like Shooting. a Gun Into a Crowd" Speed Cameras Speeding in a School Zone in New York What is My Probability of Getting Into a Car Accident? Support us on...

While we're not lawyers, I think we've cracked the case on the hot-topic Porsche Cars North America lawsuit. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: Shaughnessy Overland Express: A truly reput...

We're back to our old format of one giant, longer episode recorded in one take! You dig this new format? Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCH...

Dan bought his dream car, an Aston Martin V8 Vantage, and the story behind his obtaining of it is pretty bizarre. Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mentio...

An AI-generated (well, kind of) Cadillac DeVille somehow made its way onto Bring a Trailer and we had to talk about it. To be more accurate, it was a real Cadillac DeVille who's images were altered using AI for some reason...either way, the lynch mob came out in full force for this one. Justified? Let's talk about it. Resources used in this episode: https://www.mncrime.com/latest/walser-automotive...

Automakers like Rivian are challenging state laws that block them from selling cars directly to buyers, and the legal stakes are bigger than they look. We, joined by our friend Burt Davdison from Diehl Automotive, break down why Ohio is at the center of the fight and what it could mean for the future of car buying. Sources used for this video: https://arstechnica.com/cars/2025/08/rivian-sues-ohio-...

Let's take a look back at 2025 and how much we put toward maintenance for our vehicles? Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit our sponsors: https://sheffieldwatches.com/ - mention "SWITCHCAST" https://www...

Resources used in this episode: https://www.thedrive.com/news/nissan-skyline-gt-r-owners-suing-laguna-seca-after-negligent-tractor-driver-smashes-cars-during-red-flag Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access https://www.patreon.com/switchcast For more information on SwitchCast & to submit vanity plates, check out our website: https://switchcast.live/ Please visit...

Taking deposits to hold cars for buyers is something that's hotly debated in the car industry (believe it or not) - let's get into why deposits matter. Plus, a Pennsylvania car dealer goes to jail. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/harrisburg-drug-trafficker-sentenced-20-years-prison-trafficking-marijuana-and-cocaine Support us on Patreon for bonus...

Doug needs to vent about the "joys" of business ownership. Plus well discuss the real risks and real downsides of collector cars going up in value at an astronomical rate. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/missy-elliotts-300k-lamborghini-was-wrecked-by-a-joyride.html/ https://www.carscoops.com/2025/12/nissan-just-confirmed-twice-the-nismos-and-a-mystery...

We read an article recently (linked below) doing a deep dive into Lucid's finances and, man, it reads like a comedy. Also, Tyler walks us through the reality of "just LS swap it." Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://ssoreport.com/a-look-at-lucid https://www.sikky.com/rx7turnkey/ Flop of the week: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/ Prop of the week: skoda-storyboard.com/...

Are stick swaps worth it? In today's age of cars where everyone cars about ROI, it's a question we get a ton, so let's discuss it. Resources/articles referenced in this episode: https://www.thedrive.com/news/he-turned-his-miata-into-a-side-hustle-by-teaching-enthusiasts-to-drive-stick-hell-pay-you-to-do-the-same https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/distracted-driving-is-a-r...