Everyday Driver Car Debate

Gone Too Soon & Stayed Too Long, Fight For The Backseat, What’s The Catch? | Episode 1,023

The guys are asked what great cars ended production before they got good, and what cars were on sale and stuck around way too long? They take on debates for Monica + Nugget in TX, who want an executive sedan for relaxed trips. Then, Alice and Bill ask if they’re too old for a fun car? Social media questions ask what cars were one change away from greatness, does a manual transmission add to or detract from the driving experience, and what car sold in North America would be considered “forbidden fruit” in Europe? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Toyota GR GT Teased; Full Reveal Coming! 02:51 - Topic Tuesday: Gone Too Soon, Stayed Too Long 04:55 - Gone Too Soon 24:17 - Stayed Too Long 49:17 - Hooked On Driving + EDD Adventures 2026 51:23 - Car Debate #1: Fighting For The Backseat 1:09:44 - Car Debate #2: Are We Too Old For A Fun Car? 1:23:26 - Car Conclusion #1: What’s The Catch? 1:27:00 - Car Conclusion #2: Bless The Algorithm 1:32:39 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1023 Dec 02, 2025 106 min 81 annotations

The New Season Of Cars, Young & Rich, Obsession Paralysis | Episode 1,022

The guys attend the 2025 LA Auto Show, and discuss concepts and production car announcements from many manufacturers. They debate flashy cars for Nicholas, who is young and rich and wants something to brag about. Then, Rick obsesses too much over his next decision, but ultimately wants a fun car for his growing family. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Honda Prelude Price & First Impressions 07:28 - Porsche Cayenne EV Officially Announced 17:04 - Jeep Recon EV Revealed 23:30 - Genesis Magma Lineup 34:22 - Scout Terra & Traveler Up Close 41:16 - KIA Telluride In The Metal 42:14 - Nissan Suprises With Inexpensive Greatness 44:08 - Dodge Charger SixPack Is ENORMOUS 48:57 - Rivian R2 Is ‘Right-Sized’ 50:01 - Corvette ZR-1X: An Imposing, Aggressive Presence 50:57 - Mustang GTD Is A Throwdown 51:26 - Hyundai CRATER Concept Needs To Be Built 54:38 - Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Is Italian Sorbet For Your Eyes 55:21 - Hooked On Driving Nov / Dec 2025; Looking Ahead To 2026 57:51 - Car Debate #1: Young, Rich And Boastful 1:18:41 - Car Debate #2: Trying To Not Obsess 1:27:28 - Car Conclusion #1: Instructor Inadvertently Sells A Car 1:29:16 - Car Conclusion #2: Inheriting Your Wife’s Old Cars 1:31:06 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 25, 2025 103 min 87 annotations

Savage Geese, The Truck-Jeep Love Child, What Your Mechanic Buys | Episode 1,021

The guys stick their beaks into the business of Mark & Jack without trying to ruffle any feathers. The Savage Geese guys haven’t yet flown south for the winter, so they join the podcast to discuss their honkin-big triple-car comparison called ‘Crowning The King’ - the Mustang GTD, Corvette ZR-1, and Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The first debate is for Kyle M. in Detroit, who roasts the guys a bit and then asks what Michigan-proof truck can replace his Gladiator? Car debate #2 is for Gage D, who is also in MI. His current car needs a transmission replacement - should he fix it himself, or get something new for $10-15K? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Subaru BRZ Type RA “Record Attempt” 03:23 - Nissan Bringing Back The Skyline 04:40 - Jeep Recall: Self-Destructing Engines 09:41 - Savage Geese: Mark & Jack 1:14:15 - Hooked On Driving November & December 2025 1:17:43 - Car Debate #1: The Truck-Jeep Love Child Replacement 1:33:34 - Car Debate #2: Pay Attention To What Your Mechanic Buys Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2025 109 min 69 annotations

The Ideal SEMA Build, An Impossible Debate, Confidently Buying Sight Unseen | Episode 1,020

The guys attend SEMA 2025 in Las Vegas, and challenge themselves to imagine what their own ‘build’ would be like. They take on an “impossible debate” from Jeremy H., who grew up on muscle-car culture but loves modern, sharp-handling sports cars. Then, Patrick W. owns a Golf R, but wishes for something more engaging and pretty to look at. Social media questions ask what sort of design lines suggest a car will age poorly; and is it better to be coached on high-performance driving in a non-sports car on a racetrack, or experiment with a sporty car on a canyon road? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Ford F-150 Lightning EV Being Discontinued? 06:11 - Toyota Recalling Another 127K Vehicles With Turbo V6 09:19 - SEMA 2025: The Absurd 24:12 - SEMA 2025: Two Favorites 37:30 - Topic Tuesday: What Would Our “SEMA Builds” Be? 38:02 - Todd’s Build 48:58 - Paul’s Build(s) 57:42 - Hooked On Driving November & December 2025 1:00:46 - Car Debate #1: The Impossible Debate 1:16:41 - Car Debate #2: Something Beautiful To Look At 1:27:51 - Car Conclusion #1: Confidently Buying Sight Unseen 1:31:23 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1020 Nov 11, 2025 104 min 82 annotations

The Classics And The Jokes, The House Cars, Abandoning Tech And Customers | Episode 1,019

The guys are asked for their predictions on 5 future classics and 5 future duds, all sold within the last 5 years. For extra credit, even categorized in 5 countries! They debate fun choices for Jose B., who gets bored quickly and has owned multiple versions of the same sports car. Then, the Mercedes-Benz MBRACE app is being discontinued - what choices do owners have when car companies abandon technology that was a selling point? Did you see this? The newly-announced humanoid robot for homes, called NEO! Then, social media questions ask how do you tell a driver you’re uncomfortable with their driving habits, what future cars are OEMs scrambling to build, and why do companies choose such large wheels for their cars now? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:19 - Longbow Roadster & Speedster 06:58 - Topic Tuesday: 5 Future Classics, 5 Future Duds, All Under 5 Years Old 10:46 - Todd’s 5 ‘Classics’ List 18:42 - Paul’s 5 ‘Classics’ List 24:43 - Todd’s 5 ‘Jokes’ List 35:13 - Paul’s 5 ‘Jokes’ List 52:28 - Hooked On Driving November 2025 54:44 - Car Debate #1: The ‘House Cars’ vs. ‘Fun Cars’ 1:12:04 - Car Debate #2: Mercedes-Benz Sunsetting MBRACE App 1:24:39 - Did You See This? NEO Humanoid Home Robot 1:35:33 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1019 Nov 04, 2025 107 min 73 annotations

The Perfect 12-Car Garage, Selfless Birthday Giving, Let’s Not Talk About Spreadsheets | Episode 1,018

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if money was no object, maintenance was unlimited and storage space available, how big would their car collection be? They naturally give themselves rules, and limit their garages to the perfect 12 cars. They take on a debate for Emily in PA, whose husband always takes care of their family. Then, throw out the spreadsheets! Mandy C. needs a replacement do-it-all fun cars, and writes in. Audience questions ask what path Porsche should take regarding the 911, and is GM making a big mistake by choosing to not offer CarPlay and Android Auto in the future? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:34 - Porsche Gets A New CEO 03:02 - Porsche t-hybrid Technology Broader Use 05:39 - Porsche Patents Triple Turbo W-18 Engine 08:00 - Porsche Blenders, Fridges & Toasters, Oh My! 12:24 - Toyota Announces New FJ Cruiser? 24:04 - Topic Tuesday: The Perfect 12-Car Garage 29:42 - Todd’s List 47:31 - Paul’s List 1:09:40 - Car Debate #1: The 40th Birthday Gift 1:23:28 - Car Debate #2: Let’s Not Talk About Spreadsheets 1:39:04 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1018 Oct 28, 2025 118 min 91 annotations

Most Fun Family Cars, Letting Go Of Emotions, Quantifying Track Records | Episode 1,017

For Topic Tuesday, the guys create self-imposed rules for themselves, and choose fun cars for families at each price point up to $100K. They debate fun commute choices for Josh in MI, who wants something new and is having trouble letting go of his current car. Then, John in SD is mulling over a truck & trailer for towing the track car, but wonders if it’s the right choice. Social media questions ask about Subaru’s concepts that are an ongoing tease, and what’s the best metric to quantify the performance of a car if you haven’t driven it? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - The Truckle 05:45 - Cadillac Discontinuing CT4 & CT5 V Blackwings 06:48 - Toyota Is Elevating Century Brand Above Lexus 11:05 - Average New Car Costs More Than $50K 18:48 - Topic Tuesday: Most Fun Family Cars At Each Price Point 21:44 - Todd’s List 32:30 - Paul’s List 45:08 - Hooked On Driving Events November 2025 48:05 - Car Debate #1: A Passionate & Emotional Overthinker 1:03:00 - Car Debate #2: Truck Or Trailer, Or Both? 1:13:49 - Car Conclusion #1: How’s That For ‘Vintagey?’ 1:15:04 - Car Conclusion #2: $8K Sports Cars Can Still Be Found 1:17:14 - Email & Social Media Questions From Listeners Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 2025 89 min 83 annotations

AI vs. Cars, Marvel Comics To Cars, Blocked By Nostalgia | Episode 1,016

In the AI age, nothing is immune, whether it’s cars or anything else. How far should AI be used in the design process, and does it stifle creativity or unlock new ideas? The guys discuss this and debate sports cars for Fred Z., who is selling a Marvel comic book collection to buy a special car. Then, nostalgia and emotions seem to be getting in the way of making a decision for Matthew R., who needs help sorting out his priorities. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Honda Prelude Pre-Sales Blowing Up! 05:07 - What’s Real Anymore? An AI Discussion For 2025 46:03 - Hooked On Driving Calendar Updates Oct / Nov 2025 50:02 - Car Debate #1: Converting Comic Collection To Cars 1:03:49 - Car Debate #2: Nostalgia Is Getting In The Way 1:18:17 - Car Conclusion #1: The 5-Year-Old New Car 1:23:11 - Car Conclusion #2: Always Buying Dead Cars Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1016 Oct 14, 2025 91 min 57 annotations

The Most Fun Car At Each Price Point, Van Life In A Car, Jail Speeds In First Gear | Episode 1,015

What’s the most fun car at each price point? The guys start at $5K and work their way to the $100k price level, and each come up with their own list. For Mark & Tamara in TX, they debate fun cars that could theoretically be used for van life. Then, Art B. loves horsepower and speed, but feels like he’s committing a felony before upshifting to second gear. Car conclusions cover the choice of Porsche driving coach Konstantin, and then Garrett B., who realizes he wants something completely unexpected. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - The Lexus LS Is Dead 02:42 - GM & Ford Find A Grey Area Together 06:28 - Z Car Outselling GR Supra? 09:30 - The Most Fun Car At Each Price Point 15:44 - Paul’s List 22:41 - Todd’s List 37:17 - Max Verstappen & Chris Lulham Win NLS9 47:53 - Car Debate #1: Van Life With Lightweight, Fun Cars 1:16:07 - Car Debate #2: A Felony Before Upshifting To Second 1:32:06 - Car Conclusion #1: Driving Coach Bought A Car 1:35:08 - Car Conclusion #2: Something Completely Unexpected Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1011 Oct 07, 2025 103 min 81 annotations

MORE Cars That Need A Comeback (N-Z), Susceptible To Greatness, Waiting Too Long | Episode 1,014

The guys continue the second half (N-Z) of their discussion about cars they think OEMs should bring back to the market. They debate fun commuters for Ian, who lives in Perth, Australia and has wildly varied distance needs. Then, Andrew Z. has a young family and needs kid-hauling space, but yearns for a Miata (which is on the horizon). The guys dive into social media questions, which include asking about rear diffusers on non-sporty models; and why doesn’t Ford build a 4dr Mustang branded as a Lincoln? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 02:12 - Tom Matano, Father Of The Miata, Has Passed 05:54 - Porsche “Product Strategy Realignment!” 08:36 - EV Battery Ejector Concept ???? 15:21 - Paul’s List Of Cars (N-Z) 35:13 - Todd’s List Of Cars (N-Z) 1:02:51 - Hooked On Driving October 2025 Events 1:04:00 - Car Debate #1: Don’t Drive It, You’ll Want One 1:16:50 - Car Debate #2: Two More Years Until Miata 1:27:30 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1014 Sep 30, 2025 99 min 98 annotations

Cars That Need A Comeback (A-M), The Fourth Car, Minivan Peer Pressure | Episode 1,013

What cars should OEMs bring back to market? Is there a business case to be made? The guys explore one car from each manufacturer (A-M). They debate a fourth car for Sal in MN, who wants a sports car he doesn’t have to think about. Then, EJ and his family in CA are feeling the neighborhood peer pressure to buy a minivan, but they’d rather have something else with 3 rows. Social media questions ask if there were any cars on the ToTD trip in hindsight the guys wish they could have driven or done a film on, which cars have the best interiors for sitting in traffic, and what cars are the best versions of unrelated cars? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Model Y Recall For Door Handles 04:49 - Nissan Closing Design Studios In U.S. & Brazil 13:44 - Topic Tuesday: Cars That Brands Should Bring Back (A-M) 16:41 - Paul’s List Of Cars (A-M) 38:30 - Todd’s List Of Cars (A-M) 1:07:53 - Hooked On Driving National Event Updates 1:09:33 - Car Debate #1: The Fourth Car 1:21:17 - Car Debate #2: Minivan Peer Pressure 1:31:03 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2025 102 min 116 annotations

Enthusiasts Have Ruined Cars, What Do Driving Coaches Drive, The Goldilocks Car | Episode 1,012

Are we enthusiasts too blinded by excellent older sports cars, and therefore unable to celebrate even the ‘middle-ground’ kinds of new cars? The guys acknowledge that fun is personal, and they unpack this topic that stems from negative internet reaction to the new Prelude. The first debate is for Konstantin M., who lives in LA and works as a driving coach for Porsche. Then, Alex D wants a ‘Goldilocks’ car to scratch the driving itch. What options is he missing? Social media questions ask why LED light bars have become a signature EV style, and what cars left the most impact on the guys’ early driving experiences? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S t-hybrid announced 07:51 - 2026 Ferrari 849 Testarossa announced 18:23 - Stellantis Discontinues RAM EV Development 26:12 - Topic Tuesday: Enthusiasts Have Ruined It For Everyone 57:01 - Hooked On Driving National Events In September 2025 58:06 - Car Debate #1: What Do Driving Coaches Drive? 1:21:07 - Car Debate #2: The Goldilocks Car 1:29:40 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1012 Sep 16, 2025 104 min 98 annotations

Top 5 GT Cars - Most Fun Under $50K, Sports Car-Shaped Hole, Does The Dealer Always Know Best? | Episode 1,011

For the list of Top 5 GT Cars Under $50K, the guys need to first define what a GT car is, but the also wonder if GT cars are still prevalent from manufacturers. Do they still resonate with buyers? They discuss a debate for Matthew T, who has a sports-car-shaped hole in his life. Then, Peter M is apprehensive about what’s next since he likes but does not love his C8 Stingray convertible. Audience social media questions include cars that seem to magically part traffic, but which cars do other drivers refuse to pass? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:55 - 2026 Honda Prelude: All The Proper Frankenstein Parts 14:48 - Nissan NISMO Z Getting Manual Transmission! 16:53 - Audi Concept C - Exclusively EV 28:08 - Golf R Getting The 5-Cyl Engine 29:44 - Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Press Loan 34:28 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 GT Cars Under $50K 58:27 - Car Debate #1: When A Dream Car Becomes A Barn Find Car 1:11:36 - Car Debate #2: Is The Dealer Always All-Knowing? 1:21:11 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1011 Sep 09, 2025 94 min 79 annotations

Top 5 Hot Hatches - Most Fun Under $40K, The Soul-Killers, Don’t Ignore The Wildcard | Episode 1,010

For the list of Top 5 Hot Hatches Under $40K, the guys both have choices of some of the greatest hits. They debate soul-killing cars for Derek G. and also Kate, both listeners who are in the northeast area. Car conclusions include advice to never ignore the Wildcard choice! And social media questions include a discussion of the least favorite car trends in the past 20 years. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:05 - Cadillac F1 Has Announced Their Drivers 05:22 - Mercedes-AMG GT XX Concept Endurance Records 11:13 - BYD YangWang U9 Sets Top Speed EV Record 20:05 - Top 5 Hot Hatchbacks 36:04 - Car Debate #1: Which Car Scares You Less? 50:16 - Car Debate #2: The Panic Purchase 1:07:34 - Car Conclusion #1: Bring The Whole Family 1:12:04 - Car Conclusion #2: Don’t Ignore The Wildcard 1:19:30 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1010 Sep 02, 2025 93 min 94 annotations

Top 5 SUVs - Most Fun Under $50K, Craving Something Unique, Turning Derelict Cars Into Art | Episode 1,009

For the Top 5 SUVs that are most fun under $50k, Paul picks brand new ones and Todd finds great used options. Which one resonates the most with listeners? They debate unique choices for Ian D., who wants two cars and craves something different. Then, Dan Z. in the NE needs a car to put the majority of miles on, and also park at the airport. Did you see this? Ben Tuna, aka The Glass Cowboy is making stained glass art installed in derelict cars. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Ford SuperVan 4.2 ‘Ring Record 06:15 - Mercedes Models Getting A BMW engine? 12:24 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 SUVs - Most Fun Under $50K 36:29 - Car Debate #1: Craving Something Unique 52:55 - Car Debate #2: The Majority Of Miles 1:07:24 - Car Conclusion #1: It’s All Todd’s Fault 1:15:23 - Car Conclusion #2: Growing The Fleet 1:21:34 - Did You See This? The Glass Cowboy 1:24:03 - Audience Questions From Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1009 Aug 26, 2025 99 min 104 annotations

Top 5 HYPER Cars, Monterey Car Week, Connecting Reality To Fantasy | Episode 1,008

In honor of Monterey Car Week 2025, the guys aim their Top 5 list at hypercars and discuss which ones they would buy if they had the money! They debate sensible cars for new college grad Akash in GA, and try to help Mark in Houston figure out what to buy right now. Social media questions cover unexpected tire noise in sports cars, why don’t the guys recommend WRXs anymore, and why aren’t CVTs used in race cars? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 06:12 - Testing Induction Charging Embedded In Roads 09:06 - 2025 Monterey Week Car Announcements 31:07 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 Hypercars 1:06:00 - Car Debate #1 - Connecting Reality To Fantasy 1:22:20 - Car Debate #2 - Sooner Rather Than Later 1:40:07 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1008 Aug 19, 2025 115 min 69 annotations

Top 5 Sports Cars Under $50K, The First Sports Car, The Aging Fleet | Episode 1,007

The guys start a new ‘recommendation’ series about the top cars, trucks and SUVs they would buy. This episode begins with sports cars, and they each name and discuss the reasons for their top 5. They also debate first sports cars for Michael in LA, who has finally decided it’s time. Then, Nerval W. has an aging fleet and a decent budget—what stays and what goes? For Car Conclusions, Jordan L. writes about his Bahrain saga, and Tomas B. wishes the CTS-V wagon were available in the UK for his growing family. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Mercedes Onslaught Of New Cars 03:49 - Cybertruck Dumpster Target Practice 08:29 - GM + Hyundai: Just A Handshake? Or Something Deeper? 12:06 - The ZR-1 & ZR-1X ‘Ring Records: Is There More Speed? 22:18 - What If Max & Lewis Left F1? 22:43 - Dodge Sells Engines: Coke Classic Is Back! 30:14 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 Sports Cars Under $50K 57:49 - Car Debate #1: The First Sports Car 1:11:49 - Car Debate #2: The Aging Fleet 1:19:22 - Car Conclusion #1: The Bahrain Saga 1:26:24 - Car Conclusion #2: It’s All For The Kids, Really 1:30:00 - Did You See This? Shows To Binge: SILO and Paradise 1:34:06 - Audience Questions On Social Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12, 2025 111 min 88 annotations

Unreliable Or Expensive, The Definition Of A BMW Enthusiast, Getting Better At Driving Manuals | Episode 1,006

Apple CarPlay is great, but is Ultra a step too far to differentiate the in-cabin experience? The guys discuss the dichotomy of unreliability vs. cost. Does making a vehicle reliable just mean dumping more money into it, and have we confused the terms ‘unreliable’ and ‘expensive?’ Albert S. doesn’t admit to being a BMW enthusiast, despite owning four - he wants what’s next. Then, Jason W. doesn’t feel ready for a Porsche, but maybe when he’s older. Car conclusions include cheap new EVs and project cars, and social media questions include an inquiry on how to get better driving manual transmission? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Apple CarPlay Ultra Unliked? 10:44 - Dacora Motors, The Streamline Moderne EV 22:57 - Topic Tuesday: Does ’Unreliable’ mean ‘Expensive?’ 54:54 - Car Debate #1: Does Four BMWs Make You An Enthusiast? 1:12:53 - Car Debate #2: Not Ready For A Porsche Yet 1:22:55 - Car Conclusion #1: They’re Almost Giving Them Away 1:24:16 - Car Conclusion #2: Everyone Should Have A Project Car 1:29:06 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1006 Aug 05, 2025 107 min 87 annotations

The Tariff Edition, Lotus Lessons, The Iron Man Effect | Episode 1,005

Car companies worldwide are grappling with tariffs, but they’re also facing the EV downturn and an immediate product pipeline that isn’t encouraging to car enthusiasts. Paul D. Is moving to Switzerland for a few years, and wonders what’s in his driving future. Then, Andy in Australia doesn’t care about the brand, he just wants something interesting for his next car. Listeners write their great deals in Car Conclusions, and on social media, if the guys were to eliminate one of the German brands, what would it be? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 55:18 - Stellantis Not Doing So Hot 08:47 - Porsche Business Model Not Working 16:24 - E-Fuels Still Being Developed? 20:28 - Lotus Lessons 47:51 - Car Debate 1: Fun Cars In Switzerland 1:09:03 - Car Debate 2: No Prejudice In Australia 1:15:52 - Car Conclusion 1: The More Things Change… 1:17:42 - Car Conclusion 2: Discovering Volvo 1:20:51 - Did You See This? Discommon Goods 1:26:27 - Social Media Questions Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 2025 105 min 79 annotations

The Cadillac Of Racing, The Recipe For Discomfort, The Family Tesla Dumping Ground | Episode 1,004

Cadillac is so hot right now; will their 2026 F1 debut continue the winning streak, and will their V-Series performance cars get even better in the future? The guys debate uncomfortable cars for Dustin S., who is seriously considering a Viper. Then, Michael & Olga have become their family’s Tesla Dumping Zone and they’re tired of it. Jay S. Recommends hitting your car with a hammer to cure preciousness, and Lauren in ID loves both her sports cars. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 00:22 2025 Goodwood FOS 01:05 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 08:20 More Corvette Rumors? 12:20 2026 Lexus LFR 14:51 Hagerty auction odometer averages 18:53 Topic Tuesday: The Cadillac Of Racing 32:26 Car Debate 1 - The Viper’s Sting 50:00 Car Debate 2 - The Family Tesla Dumping Ground 59:10 Car Conclusion 1 - Get Out The Hammers 1:09:37 Car Conclusion 2 - Two Sports Cars Are Better Than One 1:12:23 Did You See This? The Superman Movie 1:20:13 Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 2025 99 min 69 annotations

EV Tax Credits Expire, No Four-Cylinder Cars, Have I Become A Car Person? | Episode 1,003

The guys discuss Christian Horner’s exit from the Red Bull F1 team, the Vantage S release, and a new Bentley concept. Now that it’s clear the U.S. EV tax credits are expiring in late 2025, the guys discuss what that could mean for OEMs. The debates cover larger-displacement cars for Øyvind in Norway, who doesn’t want a four-cylinder. Then, Paul in CA wants a fun car for a long commute! The guys discuss the July 2025 Nürburgring crash, high-level track driving awareness and coaching with Hooked On Driving. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 00:43 Christian Horner Sacked By Red Bull F1 Team 05:44 2026 Aston Martin Vantage S 09:58 Nissan recalls 400,000+ vehicles for engine failure 14:28 Bentley EXP 15 Design Vision Concept 21:19 Everyday Driver video - COTA Roadtrip Part I 22:24 Topic Tuesday - EV Tax Credits Ending 44:24 Car Debate 1 - No Four Cylinder Engines 53:35 Car Debate 2 - A Fun, Mid-Life Commuter With 4 Doors 1:04:09 Car Conclusion 1 - Have I Become A Car Person? 1:05:02 Car Conclusion 2 - Sold It Too Early 1:06:31 Nürburgring Crash - GT3RS and BMW M2 1:20:27 Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 2025 90 min 80 annotations

BMW Blues, Hyper-Celebrity vs. D-List Celebrity, F1 Movie | Episode 1002

Does BMW have an actual problem, or are things going so well there’s no need to worry? The guys debate for Sebastian S. in Denmark, who already has a high-performance car. Then, Adam W. has a large budget but doesn’t want a flashy car. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 01:40 2025 Nissan Armada PRO-4X 05:11 2026 Ferrari Amalfi 11:09 SRT is back? 12:03 Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype ‘Ring Record 13:58 RAV4 has dethroned the Model Y 15:51 2026 RAV4 16:34 Stanley Tumblers forcing cupholder rethink 17:39 The Rocketeer MX-5 Miata 19:12 ZR-1X name too controversial? 22:51 Topic: BMW Blues - Things Are Good Now, But What Are They Setting Up For? 40:09 Car Debate 1 - A Love/Hate Relationship 56:00 Car Debate 2 - If You Know, You Know 01:07:42:10 Car Conclusion 1 - Rusty Roulette 01:10:38:01 Car Conclusion 2 - Carsylum For Orphans 01:15:20:16 Did You See This - The F1 Movie 01:28:18:14 Audience Questions on Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 2025 103 min 76 annotations

The Problem With Porsche, Corvette ZR-1, ZR-1X, Moving On After The Unexpected | Episode 1,001

We’re back in an all-new studio to begin a different era of our podcast, with longer/single episodes you can find with video. We will still be available as an audio-only podcast, but look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree, and then go drive again. 00:00 - We’re back with a New Studio! 2:50 - Genesis G90 review 6:00 - Corvette ZR1, ZR1X and Crazy Useless Power 18:35 - Robotaxis on the loose! 20:12 - NISMO Armada? 22:47 - AMG GTXX 27:21 - Mazda SP concept and the Rotary 29:23 - Gordon Murray Health concerns 30:30 - The Problem with Porsche 1:06:18 - Car Debate 1 - Phil in Ca needing to Move On 1:17:48 - Car Debate 2 - Michael S gets his wife her first car 1:24:44 - Car Conclusion 1 - Colin Cutler and Surprise Saabs 1:30:11 - Car Conclusion 2 - Tomas B on loss and living in the moment 1:33:04 - Did You See This? - Oblivion 1:35:15 - How to meet a neighbor with a cool car? 1:36:30 - Attending a HOD track day and not driving? 1:36:55 - Will anyone make a Singer style Miata? 1:38:40 - Do we want a cheap Grecale Trofeo? 1:39:32 - What makes good and bad boxy styling? 1:41:10 - Rate and Review if you can, until next time. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S11E1001 Jul 01, 2025 104 min 83 annotations

1000th Podcast Episode from COTA Tower

In celebration of our 1,000th Podcast Episode, we wanted to do something BIG and Unique. But we still never imagined we'd be at the top of the Tower at Circuit of the Americas answering questions with a LIVE audience. This was recorded Live on May 31, 2025. This version has a bit of explanation at the beginning and is now available wherever you get podcasts. Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Don’t forget to share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 24, 2025 87 min 38 annotations

X02 - Xtra Extra - Updates On Episode 1000 And What’s Coming

Hello all, a brief extra to let you know what's coming and what we've been up to! We're transitioning over to video podcasts, but will still publish audio-only too. On May 31, 2025, we successfully live-streamed Episode 1000 from the top of the COTA tower that will be re-uploaded soon. We're looking forward to the new format and see you soon! Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Don’t forget to share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 2025 13 min 6 annotations