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Kelly Blue Book’s Lynn Woodward returns for a long, laugh-heavy chat about what makes cars worth the hype—and what doesn’t. The crew debates the new Jeep Cherokee, praising the surprisingly upscale-feeling base interior while questioning how it drives in sport mode, including a transmission calibration issue Lynn flagged to engineers. They also explore why Toyota’s no-nonsense reliability keeps the fifth-gen 4Runner winning, compare it with Land Cruiser, Bronco, and Wrangler tradeoffs, and touch on other recent news and oddities.

A negotiator tests Toyota RAV4 pricing by calling multiple dealerships with a very specific buyer request (red exterior, light interior, particular trim). The episode focuses on how dealers handle “reveal price” and “get today’s price” online tools, stock/availability confusion, and whether the numbers shown on websites differ from what sales teams quote on the phone. Along the way, the host argues Toyota dealers create unnecessary friction, then explains how his service works—no magic, just structured negotiation and reduced back-and-forth.

De hosts kletsen over hun autoweek: een BMW die naar de garage gaat voor dak/airco, een Volvo die “gewoon doet wat-ie moet”, en een aangeboden Appina B3 waar de extra kosten tegenstonden. Daarna komt het heetste nieuws: EU-plannen om auto’s automatisch te laten afremmen, mogelijk zelfs met “overwrite”-achtige uitzonderingen—terwijl ze twijfelen aan veiligheid en foutgevoeligheid van systemen. Tot slot bespreken ze de nieuwe Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 met 680 pk plug-in hybride/elektrische aandrijflijn, inclusief discussies over topsnelheid en hoe hard Duitsers rijden.

Alex Albon joins Matt and Tommy for a live “F1 World Cup” bracket built from 16 countries, each represented by an F1 legend. Albon picks 1v1 knockout matchups based on wins, vibes, and fan noise—sparking debates like Lauda vs Fangio, Prost vs Andretti, Senna vs Ascari, and Verstappen vs Alonso. He advances Hamilton to face Schumacher in the final, crowning Schumacher as champion. Between rounds, Albon answers audience questions on pre-race superstitions, Silverstone memories, and even a duck-sized fight scenario.

A dealer-focused conversation with guest Yvette tackles why automakers are cutting jobs and rethinking EV plans, using real-world franchise experience as the lens. They argue EV demand didn’t match forecasts, leaving dealers with costly infrastructure and unsold inventory. Yvette describes “paperweights” in lots, grid upgrade fees, and quality issues tied to complex electrical integration. The hosts debate Tesla’s edge (vertical integration, charging network, software) versus OEMs building EVs too late and too similar to ICE cars, plus range anxiety and seasonal range loss. China’s incentives and pricing are also contrasted with the U.S. market.

Max and Matt kick off episode 58 of The Tyre Kickers by ranking which UK prime ministers had the best wheels, using their visible company cars as a political snapshot. They start with Clement Attlee’s family Hillman driven by Violet, then move to Churchill’s Daimler DE36 and Rolls-Royce Phantom for ceremony. The discussion highlights the evolution into purpose-built, sometimes armoured cars—especially the Rover P5B era and later Thatcher’s Jaguar/Daimler XJ—plus the practical realities of strikes, delays, and “don’t look too flash” optics. They also tee up segments on daytime running lights and celebrity car mishaps.

Damon Hill joins F1 Explains live from the British GP fan zone to field questions on racing culture and F1 history. The chat kicks off with a “crowd gives you extra tenth” myth, where Hill credits crowd energy and mindset. He then discusses starting F1 later in life, arguing older debuts can work if drivers progress through junior ranks—though funding can be tougher. Hill also reflects on 30 years since his 1996 title, noting the core of racing is unchanged, while modern car use, regulations, and race-day driver inputs have evolved.

Shanu and the host kick off with a funny Puerto Rico dispatch from Tim Harris, who says an interview for a Chief Luche Officer role went sideways after seeing the “luche” (and possibly eating carpaccio). Back in Southern California, Shanu is prepping the host’s 111RS for a long drive home, while the host shares fresh seat time in a Dragon Spider—an “assault on the senses” with immediate throttle, heavy steering, and analog feel. They also swap 996/911 stories, including an Orange County Concourse show and Ortega Highway runs where a road closure led to a thrilling turnaround and a surprising motorcycle challenge.

Rivian R2 arrives with a hands-on first drive at a Bellevue showroom—more “test drive observations” than a press event. The dual-motor Performance trim delivers 656 hp and 609 lb-ft, with 330-mile EPA range and an 87.9 kWh battery. Key takeaways: excellent visibility, comfortable ride, responsive screens, and strong measured acceleration with regen that can slow aggressively (no regen blend—braking uses physical discs). Practicality stands out with a front trunk, power ports, a power-opening rear window, and flexible cargo space. Pricing starts in the mid-$40k for RWD, with Performance around the high-$50k and NACS fast charging slated for 2027.

Lenny Lawson, a current new-car dealer, pushes back on typical dealer podcasts by emphasizing honesty and walking customers away when timing or terms would hurt them. He explains how misleading trade-in and “over book value” ads can collapse once the fine print and MSRP markups are considered, and how many buyers focus on monthly payments instead of total price. He then breaks down lease math using Ford examples (MSRP, selling price, residual value, buyout cost, and taxes/fees) and warns about long-term financing traps. The show also touches on credit revolving vs installment, dealership tech overwhelm, and community events like Cars and Coffee.

Canadian auto sales held up better than expected in the first half of 2026, but Robert Karwel says the market is being propped up by rising incentives, thinner dealer margins and buyers chasing better deals as prices climb. The discussion digs into slower inventory turns, lingering tariff uncertainty, and how Canadians are still favoring well-equipped smaller vehicles. They also explore the surprising strength of passenger cars, especially hybrids, as some sedans are now pricing below compact SUVs.

Summer travel, brutal heat, and car ownership costs drive a loose, funny conversation that starts with missing co-hosts and motorhome prep before turning into a deep dive on today’s sky-high monthly payments. The hosts discuss why average new-car payments have hit record levels, how negative equity and long loan terms trap buyers, and why EVs are often the best place to find real deals. They also swap personal financing stories and compare motorhome adventure life with hotel travel.

BMW keeps its grip on US luxury sales with disciplined pricing and rising inventory levels, while hybrids and EVs show faster turns than gas. Tata and JLR promise deeper collaboration even as a major electric platform-sharing plan for Tata’s Avinia brand falls apart. The bigger uncertainty is trade: the USMCA renewal process is now locked into annual reviews through 2036, complicating 10-year plant and product planning across North America. Dealers also react to a Commerce Department Polestar ban—Volvo’s CEO argues it’s a troubling precedent since Polestar models are built outside China and asks who gets targeted next.

Jordan and Victoria kick off with podcast housekeeping, Patreon growth plans, and a new editor update before turning to their latest target: the Slate electric pickup. They break down the pricing and feature cuts—no speakers, no infotainment, no remote battery preconditioning, mandatory crank windows, and a resistance-heater setup. They also question the lack of EPA range confirmation, the single 63 kWh battery, and only 120 kW fast charging. The debate ties cost-cutting and battery chemistry choices to broader politics and skepticism about “Bezos” influence.

Desde Inapesa Automecánica, Autos y Más arma una transmisión especial para el 10º aniversario del evento del aftermarket en México. Con Bridget Foss y Olaf Muschhoff se habla del crecimiento: más de 720 exhibidores, alza en pre-registro y un enfoque fuerte en capacitación. Destacan la Automecánica Academy (100+ seminarios), demostraciones de nuevas tecnologías y por primera vez los Automecánica Awards con premios de hasta 30,000 USD en herramientas. También se contextualiza el carácter global del show (16 sedes en el mundo) y cómo cambian los flujos de supply por presiones comerciales.

Dale Jr. and Amy do a beach-house remote chat that starts with funny “good mood” stuff—bushy eyebrows, nose hairs, and the reality of aging grooming battles—then shifts to simple drink talk (a Sudachi Lime Red Bull-style “blocker”). They get into why they chose their current Charleston-area beach setup over an older Key West house, and how the area’s restaurants and Fourth of July traditions keep the vibe rolling. The highlight is a real-life car trouble story: a cheap rental vehicle with transmission issues, quick help from a nearby Chevy dealer, and a tow that saved the day before brunch plans.

Record-low used-car inventory is driving a “disaster territory” market, especially for cars under $10,000, where demand outstrips supply and vehicles turn in just ~33 days. The show digs into Mannheim’s Q2 2026 data: wholesale days supply is around 27 days, auction conversion rates are rising, and limited inventory is being bid up. New-car prices keep climbing, pulling used prices higher too. EVs are also holding value unusually well, while repossessed vehicles are making up a larger share of auction supply—often meaning worse condition for buyers.

Keith Waterman’s Porsche Patter interview (part one) blends garage life, long-time Porsche history, and a few great driving stories. Bracken recalls tracking down Waterman in Modesto and publishing an older, rough-audio recording—made special by Waterman’s lived-in perspective. Waterman talks about how he fell for Porsches via a friend’s Speedster, his decades in the trade since the 1960s, early racing success, and the thrill of a modified 996 twin-turbo. He shares his favorite ownerships, regrets (missing a chance at a 904), and why he prefers older, less computerized cars.

The discussion contrasts turn-by-turn GPS and GPX “follow the line” riding with moto-orienteering’s more creative, map-reading approach. Andre Tuch explains how Estonia’s “Unseen Estonia” event uses a detailed paper topographic map, numbered checkpoints, and a smartphone app for verification and questions at each stop. Riders must plan routes, manage time (six hours after map start), and earn points based on checkpoint difficulty—while GPS tracking enforces strict penalties for speeding and lateness. The episode also highlights Estonia’s flat, forested terrain as ideal for mixing asphalt, gravel, and single-track exploration.

The 4WD Podcast swings between camp-life practicality and the big question behind the episode title: whether modifying a 4WD is “idiotic” or just smart setup. Hosts kick off with banter, then dive into gear and packing systems—folding a Sea to Summit 10L kitchen sink, using biodegradable wet wipes, and running a flexible strip light off a battery or 12V for easy adjustable camp lighting. A long-running “always in the car” tyre kit bag and related 4WD accessories show how thoughtful organization beats last-minute scrambling.

The evo podcast digs into two extremes: a new 525hp Ariel Atom RRR that’s been reworked for sharper drivability, plus Analog’s centre-seat Lotus Elise VHPK, a K-series-powered tribute built around a single, central driving position. The Atom discussion focuses on how it stays usable even in torrential wet weather, while the Elise chat highlights the odd-but-natural ingress, sub-600kg weight, carbon brakes, and the challenge of making big performance without engine swaps. Then the hosts pivot to 1970s supercar culture and what made those icons endure 50 years on.

A panel of F1 writers and hosts tackle the “bring back V10s” idea—borrowing a Premier League “cult heroes” social trend—to celebrate drivers who defined the V10 era through memorable moments, not dominance. Gwen Freeman is joined by Ed Straw, Ben Anderson, and Matt Beer, who explain the rules: each person picks two “cult” V10-era drivers without sharing lists ahead of time. Matt kicks off with Jarno Trulli, praised for the “Trulli train,” chaotic highs and lows, and a career that lingered through good and bad machinery.

Chase Briscoe celebrates getting back in the NASCAR Cup win column and talks about how the mindset shifts between SHR and JGR. He explains that at SHR, long win droughts can make success feel unlikely, while at JGR the expectation is to win—especially when the cars are fast. Briscoe attributes early-season struggles to misfortune and execution issues, then describes the “light switch” after weeks of learning and tightening up. He also discusses teammate racing with Denny Hamlin, the respect-driven JGR culture, and the intensity of multi-car battles at tracks like Nashville.

Corey Heim talks Chicago next-gen drama, praising the race quality despite plenty of on-track incidents. He explains why intermediates have been his Cup weakness—he struggles to “feel” the rear tires and can’t get the car to yaw like he can in trucks, so he has to manage loading and stay under the tire. Heim credits 2311 Racing and leans on Denny Hamlin’s detailed feedback, while discussing how full-time Cup will change his prep and mental rhythm. He also weighs confidence from his Cup win against the tougher expectations of a full season.