X02 - Xtra Extra - Updates On Episode 1000 And What’s Coming
About this episode
Exciting updates on the Everyday Driver podcast reveal plans for the upcoming 1000th episode and future events. The hosts share their recent experiences at Circuit of the Americas, including driving 13 cars and participating in a successful track day with hooked on driving. They discuss upcoming events, including a launch at the National Corvette Museum track and a major July 4th celebration. Listeners can expect a new weekly podcast format with video elements, while the hosts reflect on their road trip adventures and the community of car enthusiasts they've met along the way.
Chevrolet Corvette
"...o mention that we are going to be at the National Corvette Museum track, the NCM track on June 28th and 29th..."
The Chevrolet Corvette is a fast and stylish car that many people love to drive. It's known for being really powerful and fun on the road, and it has a special place in American car history.
The Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic American sports car known for its high performance and distinctive design. Since its introduction in 1953, it has become a symbol of American automotive engineering and is celebrated for its powerful engines and agile handling, making it a popular choice among car enthusiasts and collectors.
road trip
"...we've been driving for two weeks. Yes, we have. Nearly 5,000 miles. The cars still aren't home because the cars are currently in Kansas City..."
A road trip is when you travel a long distance by car, usually stopping at different places along the way to explore and enjoy the journey.
A road trip refers to a journey taken by car over a long distance, often involving multiple stops and experiences along the way. It's a popular way for car enthusiasts to explore new places and enjoy driving.
Circuit of the Americas
"...we had an amazing two days at circuit of the Americas. We drove 13 cars total on camera between the week prior to circuit of the Americas and the week after that is 13 featured cars..."
Circuit of the Americas is a famous racetrack in Texas where many car races take place. It's known for its exciting design and is used for big events like Formula 1 races.
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) is a renowned motorsport facility located in Austin, Texas. It hosts various racing events, including Formula 1 and MotoGP, and features a challenging track layout that tests drivers' skills.
tail of the dragon
"...after doing tail of the dragon. We have never done it. Thank you to those who joined us on the tail. It was incredible..."
Tail of the Dragon is a well-known road with lots of twists and turns, making it a favorite spot for people who love to drive or ride motorcycles.
Tail of the Dragon is a famous stretch of road located in North Carolina and Tennessee, known for its 318 curves in 11 miles. It is a popular destination for motorcyclists and car enthusiasts due to its challenging turns and scenic views.
track day
"...we went to circuit of the Americas after six months worth of planning to do our 1000th podcast to have a two day track day..."
A track day is when people can drive their cars on a racetrack, allowing them to go faster and learn how to handle their cars better in a safe environment.
A track day is an event where car enthusiasts can take their vehicles onto a racetrack to drive at higher speeds than they would on public roads. These events often include safety briefings and sometimes instruction from professional drivers.
HPDE
"...local coaches that have worked circuit of the Americas before at other HPDE companies..."
HPDE means High-Performance Driving Experience, where you can drive your car on a racetrack and learn how to handle it better, usually with help from experts.
HPDE stands for High-Performance Driving Experience, which is an event where drivers can take their cars on a racetrack to improve their driving skills in a controlled environment. These events often include instruction from experienced coaches.
Request an Explanation
Heard something you'd like explained? We'll add it to this episode.
Sign in to request explanations for terms you heard.
Want to learn more?
Browse our glossary for plain-English explanations of automotive terms, jargon, and concepts.
Help improve this episode
See something that's not quite right? Our annotations are AI-generated and can sometimes miss the mark. Click the flag icon on any annotation to suggest a correction.