#543 John Clay Wolfe Show 02.21.26
The John Clay Wolfe Show
The John Clay Wolfe Show Feb 21, 2026
#543 John Clay Wolfe Show 02.21.26

#543 John Clay Wolfe Show 02.21.26

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#543 John Clay Wolfe Show 02.21.26
Mercedes-Benz GLE
Car

Mercedes-Benz GLE

The Mercedes-Benz GLE is a fancy SUV that is comfortable and has many features. A 26-year-old model is an older version that started the line of these SUVs.

Kia Forte
Car

Kia Forte

The 2013 Nissan Forte is a small car that is good for everyday driving. It doesn't use much gas and is usually cheaper to buy and keep running.

2007 Range Rover Sport
Car

2007 Range Rover Sport

The 2007 Range Rover Sport is a fancy SUV that can drive well both on roads and off rough terrain. It’s made by Land Rover and is known for being comfortable and strong.

Land Range River
Car

Land Range River

The Range Rover is a big, fancy SUV that can drive off-road and is very comfortable inside. The 2007 model is a popular version that is a bit faster and sportier.

Chevrolet Suburban
Car

Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban is a big SUV that can carry lots of people and stuff. Sometimes, important people use it for protection.

Part

kevlar

Kevlar is a very tough material that can stop bullets and keep people safe.

Term

bullet resistant

Bullet resistant means something can stop bullets and keep people safe inside.

Lotus Elise
Car

Lotus Elise

The 1999 Lotus Elise Sport 190 R is a small, light sports car made for racing. It doesn't have many comfort features because it's built to be fast and handle well on race tracks.

Concept

race car

A race car is a special car made for racing. It usually doesn't have things like air conditioning and has extra safety gear. Taking care of one can be expensive and tricky.

Term

roll cage

A roll cage is like a metal cage inside a race car that keeps the driver safe if the car flips over or crashes.

Part

fire extinguisher

A fire extinguisher is a tool that helps put out fires quickly, which is very important in race cars because they can catch fire more easily.

Term

convertible

A convertible is a car where the top can be folded down or taken off so you can drive with the sky above you.

Cadillac Xlr
Car

Cadillac Xlr

The Cadillac XLR convertible is a fancy two-door car that can turn its roof down so you can drive with the top open. The 2005 version is one of the first made and has a powerful engine like a sports car.

Lucid Air
Car

Lucid Air

The Lucid Air is a fancy electric car that doesn’t use gas and can drive very far on a single charge. It has lots of new technology and is very comfortable inside.

Chevrolet Corvair
Car

Chevrolet Corvair

The Corvair Corsa is a special version of the Chevrolet Corvair from the late 1960s. It had a turbocharged engine that made it faster and more fun to drive, but only a few were made, so it's rare and valuable.

Term

depreciation

Depreciation means a car loses value as it gets older or less popular. This means you might not get as much money if you sell it later.

Jeep Wrangler
Car

Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler is a tough, go-anywhere vehicle that looks like a classic off-road car. The 2014 model with a Starwood conversion means it has special upgrades to make it more comfortable and unique.

Concept

Live Wire

LiveWire is a type of electric motorcycle made by Harley-Davidson. It runs on electricity instead of gas.

Concept

Gas Monkey Garage

Gas Monkey Garage is a famous shop that fixes and customizes cars and motorcycles, and they have a TV show about it.

Concept

Flat track racing

Flat track racing is a type of motorcycle race where riders race around a flat dirt track, sliding their bikes around corners.

Ford Excursion
Car

Ford Excursion

The Ford Excursion is a very big SUV that can carry lots of people and pull heavy things. It’s good for big trips and outdoor adventures.

Concept

car show

A car show is a fun event where people bring their cars to show off and look at other cars. It's a place to meet other car fans and see cool vehicles.

Concept

Cars and Coffee

Cars and Coffee is a friendly meet-up where people bring their cars and drink coffee together. It's a great way to see cool cars and meet other people who like cars.

Pantera
Car

Pantera

The Pantera is a cool sports car from the 1970s that has a powerful engine in the middle of the car. It looks different from most cars and is special because it’s rare.

Lamborghini Diablo
Car

Lamborghini Diablo

The Lamborghini Diablo is a fast and fancy sports car made in the 1990s. It has a big engine and looks very cool, often seen in car shows and collections.

Concept

Arizona highway like the autobahn

There's a highway in Arizona that might let drivers go super fast, like the famous Autobahn in Germany where there are no speed limits on some parts. It means you can drive really fast safely on that road.

Buick Regal
Car

Buick Regal

The Buick Regal is a comfortable car that is easy to drive. The 1987 model with a turbo and T-Top roof is special because it’s faster and you can take the roof panels off.

Buick Grand National
Car

Buick Grand National

The Buick Grand National is a fast and powerful car from the 1980s that looks mostly black. It’s special because it has a turbo engine that makes it go very fast.

Part

intercooler

An intercooler is like a cooler for the air that goes into a turbocharged engine, making the engine work better and faster.

Term

T-tops

T-tops are parts of the car's roof you can take off so you can feel the air while driving, kind of like a convertible but not fully open.

Buick Regal T-Type
Car

Buick Regal T-Type

The Buick Regal T-Type is a faster and sportier version of a regular car called the Buick Regal. It has special features that make it more fun to drive and sometimes has removable roof panels called T-tops.

Term

blown head gasket

A blown head gasket means a part inside the engine is broken, which can cause the engine to overheat and not work right.

Pontiac Grand
Car

Pontiac Grand

The Pontiac Grand Prix is a car that is comfortable and can be fast. The 2000 model sometimes has engine problems like blown head gaskets, which can be costly to fix.

Part

supercharger

A supercharger is a part that helps a car's engine make more power by pushing extra air into it. This makes the car faster and stronger.

Chevrolet Corvette
Car

Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevrolet Corvette is a fast and sporty car from America. The 2005 model is a good balance of speed and style without being too expensive.

Shelby GT500
Car

Shelby GT500

The Shelby GT500 is a very fast and powerful version of the Mustang car. The 2021 model is special because they only made a few of them, making it rare.

Nissan 300ZX Turbo
Car

Nissan 300ZX Turbo

The Nissan 300ZX Turbo is a fast sports car with two turbochargers that make it go really fast. The 1993 version is a popular older model that car fans like.

BMW M3
Car

BMW M3

The BMW M3 is a sporty car that is faster and more fun to drive than regular cars. The 2023 model is the newest one with cool features and a strong engine.

BMW M4
Car

BMW M4

The BMW M4 is a sporty car that looks sleek and drives very fast. The 2023 model is the newest one with a strong engine and lots of cool technology.

Ford Bronco
Car

Ford Bronco

The Ford Bronco is a tough SUV that can go off-road and looks like the old Broncos people loved. The 2023 version is new and has lots of features to help it drive on rough roads.

Ford Mustang GTD
Car

Ford Mustang GTD

The Mustang GTD is a special kind of Mustang car that is fast and rare. The 1988 version with a convertible top is worth a lot because it’s in good shape.

Concept

barn find

A barn find is when someone finds an old car that was hidden away and forgotten for a long time. These cars can be special and worth fixing up.

Jaguar Ftype Jaguar
Car

Jaguar Ftype Jaguar

The Jaguar F-Type is a fancy sports car that looks great and can go fast. The convertible means you can drive with the top down to enjoy the air.

Volkswagen Bus
Car

Volkswagen Bus

The Volkswagen Bus is a big van that many people used in the 1960s to travel and camp. It’s famous because it can carry lots of people and stuff inside.

Chevrolet Camaro
Car

Chevrolet Camaro

The Chevrolet Camaro is a type of fast car made in America. The 1969 model is old but many people like it because it looks cool and goes fast.

Porsche 928
Car

Porsche 928

The Porsche 928 is a fancy sports car from many years ago that was made to be both fast and comfortable. It has a big engine in the front and is special because it’s different from other Porsches.

Term

wheel bearing

A wheel bearing is a part that helps your car's wheels turn easily. If it breaks, the wheel can come off, which is very unsafe.

Concept

Mint 400

The Mint 400 is a big off-road race in Las Vegas where people drive special trucks and vehicles over rough desert land to see who is fastest.

Ford Galaxy
Car

Ford Galaxy

The Ford Galaxy is a big car that can carry many people and is good for families. The 1966 model is an old classic car from America.

Hyundai i30
Car

Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 is a small car that is good for everyday driving and doesn’t cost much to own. The talk about I-30 is about a road, not the car.

Toyota Celica
Car

Toyota Celica

The Toyota Celica is a small, sporty car that is easy to drive and doesn’t cost much to fix. The 1997 model is a newer version that is still reliable even with many miles.

Toyota A80
Car

Toyota A80

The Toyota Supra is a popular sports car that is fast and fun to drive. The 1980 model is an older version that many people like because it’s reliable and looks cool.

Concept

bike rally

A bike rally is when lots of people who like motorcycles get together to ride and have fun.

Brand

Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson makes big motorcycles that many people like to ride for fun and travel.

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