The Smoking Tire

Freeman Thomas is an American automobile and industrial designer who has worked for Porsche, Volkswagen Group, DaimlerChrysler and Ford. He had his hand in some pivotal cars of our time, including: the VW Concept 1 (it became the new Beetle); the Audi TT, A4, and A6; Dodge Tomahawk motorcycle; and he oversaw the design of numerous vehicles at Ford and Jeep. Now he's the CEO of Meyers Manx, the ori...

What began as the humble YouTube channel Everyday Driver has grown into a brand that hosts track days, produces films for Amazon, and organizes road trips for enthusiasts. Behind it (and in front of the cameras) since the beginning are Todd Deeken and Paul Schmucker, two of the nicest people in automotive media. On this episode, they sit down to talk about their track events, race track culture, t...

Larry Kosilla is one of the best and most well-known detailers in the world. He knows everything about paint and interior care. He also has some wild, disgusting stories. On this show we talk about: How paint is changing; caring for old clear coat; why touchless car washes might be worse than you think; orange peel; when exotic cars have cheap paint; stories from the business he ran with Matt; and...

Everything about car buying is changing and you don't want the IRS on your back. Tax incentives, depreciation, EV programs, interest rates, loans, and more! CPA John McGuire is here to explain it all. Recorded September 13, 2024   MyBookie Double your first deposit up to $2,000 (100% deposit bonus) at  https://bit.ly/joinwithTIRE   Get Maine Lobster Head over to  GetMaineLobster.com  – Promo Code ...

Zack Klapman tells us about his time at the 2-day Level 2 Spring Mountain driving school; Matt Farah reviews the 3-pedal BMW Z4; we demonstrate how to plan a good driving route; and we answer questions from out Patreon members including:      What is the slowest car we consider to be fast?    How to best attend the Audrain car weekend    Should you buy an Austin Healey 3000?    Our thoughts on the...

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the all-new, all-electric Volvo EX90; discuss a better way to business; the nightmares of trying to smog a car; bad geography; and answer Patreon questions about:    the perfect Chevy Lumina    will car shows ever have a "vintage EV" class?    How where you live influences what you drive    Why people push back against road changes    How Zack would change his M3...

Adam Golden is the founder of MentaWatches.com, a website dedicated to helping you learn about, buy, and sell watches. He has a passion for them that is infectious but he also doesn't agree with everyone else. In his eyes, some "special error" watches aren't that special. On this episode he explains why; how a diver watch is and is not like a Porsche GT3; the cool new brand he likes; why "birth da...

Matt Farah is back from being the hot shoe for Road & Track 's Performance EV of the Year test, where cars were slid, went fast, scared a motorcyclist, and even gave Matt a little "brown moment". He gives us some incredible stories (without giving away the winner) from the test. Something was stolen from Zack Klapman. Then we answer Patreon questions including:   Which $40k-$80k Porsche for toples...

It's Tiff Needell! Racing driver, TV host, master drifter, and (dare we say?) YouTuber? Before Top Gear had the trio, it had Tiff. For many, he was their awakening to the well-spoken, power-sliding world of British automotive journalists. In short, he's a legend in this game.   https://www.tiff.tv/   https://www.primevideo.com/detail/On-The-Road/0PDOMWWV5KUDHME8HXX470EB0S   https://www.youtube.com...

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman cover some ground! They talk about the incredible hypercars and restomods of Monterey Car Week 2024; how to do that week as cheaply as possible; crazy things seen in traffic; a comparison of the McLaren Artura and the McLaren 750S; a hint to the car Matt bought; how often you can replace carpet; the Evoluto Ferrari; Tuthill GT ONE concept; and answer a variety of Patreo...

Gareth Reynolds is a standup comedian and co-host of three incredible podcasts: The Dollop and Past Times , both of which focus on U.S. history. On his new podcast, We're Here to Help , he and Jake Johnson (New Girl, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse) give strangers free advice that feels...free.   Recorded August 19, 2024   https://www.heretohelppod.com/about-us https://www.garethreynolds.com  ...

Travis and Chris are both excellent drivers and writers for Motor1.com. They have extensive track and racing experience, Travis has owned some bad cars, and Chris has big, hilarious opinions. On this episode we talk about choosing a Miata over a Lotus Esprit; what they do/don't like about the Civic Type R; the secret to the NSX's amazing ride; famous people tequila; old liveries on modern cars; th...

James May has done a lot and we try to cover as much as we can. Topics include: how Top Gear evolved; the BBC's influence on it vs Amazon's on The Grand Tour; scripting versus improvised; abandoning friends when their cars break down; his car and bike collection; things he collects; why he created a travel show; the hard parts of filming epic drives; where his missing car is; how he's just like ev...

We had a second drive in the C63 AMG E-Performance; got a lime green rallied-out Mach-E REAL dirty; rode in the T.50; and we answer your questions.   Recorded August 8, 2024   Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www. Joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.   https://www.noduswatches.com/design-lab-shop/p/canyon-by-matt-farah-night-sky   New merch! Grab a...

Dario Franchitti can drive. He won the INDY 500 3 times; the IndyCar Championship 4 times; the 2008 24 Hours of Daytona; and he is the development driver for Gordon Murray Automotive. His stories are as incredible as his garage.   Recorded August 6, 2024   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dario_Franchitti https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTH0OouvdjA https://www.instagram.com/dario_franchitti/?hl=en  ...

Ferrari Purosangue; Whistlin's Cybertruck Broke; some really bad canyon driving; Q&A about: Differences between the new CLE and the coupe Our favorite WOT moments How the Ferrari stacks up against other super SUVs Are middle-priced EVs nicer than high-priced luxury ICE cars? Cayman GT4 or 996 GT3? And more!   Recorded August 5 2024   In honor of Nicole Ryan, who inspired us to be kinder and funnie...

A track day we couldn't believe, and somehow the best seat maker on Earth goes bankrupt.   Cars driven: Lamborghini Diablo GT-R Lamborghini Diablo SVR Ferrari 458 Speciale Ferrari 355 track car Ferrari 550 Barchetta Ford GT RUF CTR Ford "Daisy" Cobra Concept     Recorded July 29, 2024   https://www.noduswatches.com/canyon/p/canyon-by-matt-farah-night-sky   Thank you to the media team at Curated fo...

Which cars will be collectible soon? Which ones will still appreciate? Why shouldn't you always buy a low-mileage car? And what is Ed's method for getting to drive such fun cars?   We're talking about all of that and more with Ed Bolian (VinWiki, CarTrek) and John Temerian (founder and CEO of Curated, a dealership in Miami that focuses on finding, restoring, and selling exotic cars from the '80s,...

Dr. Peter Attia on Cars, Racing, F1 Rules, and Road-trips with Sebastian Vettel.   https://peterattiamd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/peterattiamd   Recorded July 18, 2024   Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www. Joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.   New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/   Want your quest...

What's the cheap way to get an exotic cars experience? What new or used car can you buy to similar fizz to a Ferrari, 911, Lamborghini, 812, Nissan GT-R, or 488? We have answers! Plus, Matt ships and engine and gets a ride in the Macan electric.   Plus we answer questions about when an LC500 is better than a Panamera; a rental idea for people don't trust Turo; can you own a convertible if you live...

Mitch McKee knows everything about tuning engines. McLarens, Porsche, Ferraris, GT-Rs, you name it, he can make them go faster and run better. Porsche hired Mitch to do the development tuning on the new 911 Hybrid. On this episode Mitch explains when to run race gas to protect your engine; how tuning hybrids might work; the weirdest jobs he's had; why he only works on land-based vehicles; the surp...

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the ND3 Miata, Audi RS6 GT Avant, and Land Cruiser. Plus Q&A about:        To CT4 V Blackwing or Audi RS3?    Why haven't we bought a "cheap" manual Ferrari 360 Spider    Where to sell a cheap, clean SUV?    Why don't more people talk about the Mazda CX-5?    Does selling V12 to Pagani dilute Mercedes' brand?    And more!   Recorded July 9, 2024   Head to https:/...

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about why police "hassle" cars & coffee events; Mazda's color choices; Matt's drive in the new and controversial 911 GTS T-Hybrid a NEW Bentley problem; Are superbikes the cheap hypercar experience? and answer listener questions including: When 3rd party warranties are worth it? Which car is the best 5-10 year investment? Used 997 911 or 718? When the e-Golf is NOT...

What defines a "classic car"? We'll figure it out...we think. Plus, the Bentley Turbo R might not be the ultimate daily driver Matt thought it was; Matt reunites with a college friend of the musical variety; we get the cheapest Land Cruiser available; and more!   Recorded July 1, 2024   Head to https://www. FACTORMEALS.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your...

How did Ford build the GT in 18 months? Why did they create a new truck segment with the Raptor, and how has that thinking bled over to Land Rover? Jamal Hameedi is the answer. He is the Director of Special Vehicle Operations at Jaguar Land Rover and the reason Land Rover is debuting the fastest and most exciting Defender to date: the Octa. Before he joined JLR, he was the Chief Performance Engine...