Everyday Driver Car Debate

981: Toyota Truck Love, Jeep Trauma, Avoid Rebuilt Titles?

In their opening segment, the guys pay tribute to Eddie Jordan. They debate rugged off-roaders for Grayson F. in VA, who wants something reliable and spacious for college. Then, Brian S. Is deciding what vehicle combines his outdoor lifestyle with fun driving? Social media questions ask if the guys will bring back the costume dept. in their road trip films, have they ever bought a car with a rebuilt title, and what should you look out for if it’s a “screaming deal?” 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

S11E981 Mar 21, 2025 50 min 59 annotations

980: VW Loses Its Soul, The Perfect Pizza Car, What To Take Surfing?

Cars aren’t merely transportation devices, but the human connection is what enthusiasts love. For Topic Tuesday, the guys share stories of what listeners bought. Then, AJ in NorCal is a surfer who wants something atypical and is also good to drive. Social media questions ask what cars are mislabeled in the wrong genre, will OEM wheels like 24s and 26s become commonplace, and would stripes or graphics help a car’s aesthetics like color does? 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

S11 Mar 18, 2025 51 min 64 annotations

979: Possible Renaissance Incoming, Show It To The In-Laws, The Scottish Loop

Nissan gets a new CEO! Does that mean they will start producing great cars again? The guys discuss, and take on two car debates. Nick M. considers letting his fun car dream die, so the guys encourage him and find options. Then, Ben G. needs something for car camping. Social media questions ask why OEMs don’t offer bench seats in higher trims, is the future of car reviews done from the passenger seat, and why did George Jetson drive himself to work? 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

S11 Mar 14, 2025 50 min 52 annotations

978: Buttons Are So Good, Why Can’t We Have Pretty Things, Afraid Of The Viggens

What is the price of beauty? The guys have explored the Price Of Fun, but can we all have affordable, beautiful cars? Then they debate interesting choices for Zhen, who doesn’t need a larger car but has a growing family. Social media questions ask if the guys wish future sports cars would have FSD, what’s their favorite shape of shift knob, and what else can Stellantis do with their new Hurricane I6? 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

S11 Mar 11, 2025 53 min 50 annotations

977: Where Fun Goes To Die, Avoiding Crappy Plastic, No Mechanical Sympathy

VW sets a new design direction with the announcement of the ID.Every1. They debate comfortable cars for Daniel in D.C., who really wants to avoid plasticky interiors. Then, Nicholas in the mid-Atlantic area is giving up on Jeeps, and gravitating to on-road driving. Social media questions ask if there’s any more point to having a dream car, when is it safe to hoon your car after a cold start, and what should be done for the next gen Mustang? 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

S11 Mar 07, 2025 55 min 70 annotations

976: Future Cars For Henry Ford, I Don’t Want To Be Bronco Guy, The Volkswagen Army Shows Up

If the guys could travel back in time and show Henry Ford three cars, what cars would they bring and where would they drive each one? They debate new directions for Clay in PA, who isn’t sure what’s next. Social media questions ask why cars know when they’re going to be sold, how do you make a boring car more fun to drive, and why are Blu-rays better than streaming? 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

S11 Mar 04, 2025 53 min 64 annotations

975: Left Foot Braking Standard, Nobody Shares Your Taste, An Actual Dipstick

The guys livestream for this episode, taking all car questions from the audience. Listeners ask if the guys have ever accidentally purchased a car, why do so many cars have abrupt trunk lines, why isn’t left-foot braking the standard, what other sources do they follow for car content, and more! 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

S11 Feb 28, 2025 70 min 64 annotations

974: The Great EV Stakeout, The Miami Special Edition, The French Connection

For Topic Tuesday, the guys host Jordan Schiefer from Out Of Spec to discuss the EV industry at large. They help Brian in FL overcome seller’s remorse to move on to the next adventure. Social media questions ask which types of designs respond to brighter or darker colors, what company would openly admit they’re on equal footing with Nissan, and would removing the CVT + new design language help sell more Nissans? 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

S11 Feb 25, 2025 74 min 72 annotations

973: Prepping The Nursery, The College Starter Car, High-Score Configurator

Getting a new car is exciting, but you can prepare its new home while you’re still shopping! The guys help out Charles P. in FL, whose driveway is overcrowded. Then, Luke in KC is heading to college and his life is about to change. Social media questions ask if Subaru’s offerings are as boring as VW’s, why do OEMs seem to bury the specs of their new cars, and should we have a scoring system for the severity of recalls? 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

S11 Feb 21, 2025 57 min 53 annotations

972: Driving A Badge, The Fun Your Car Deserves, Throw The Parts Catalog At It

Be honest about what you need, compare to what you want, and try not to overspend, but get a car you love! Listeners share their stories about the fun cars they’ve bought. Then, SJ in Texas wants something well-built; maybe a more lightweight car too. Social media questions ask how much of design is personal preference, why is it so difficult for OEMs to take risks, and should you buy ‘lesser’ models as you inch your way towards your dream car? 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

S11 Feb 18, 2025 63 min 71 annotations

971: The Kingdom Of Cars, Good Cop / Bad Cop, Are VWs Fun Enough?

Merger discussions and lap records in the kingdom of cars! The guys debate practicality vs. fun for Drew in MI, who is tired of his truck. They also discuss choices for Don in TN, who wonders if VWs are fun enough? Social media questions ask why your tires slide more when the treads are low, how far before a left turn do you merge left, and what is the best ‘just married’ car? 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

S11 Feb 14, 2025 61 min 60 annotations

970: The Cadillac Irreleviq, A Car That Makes You Earn It, Driving Beyond The Brink

For Topic Tuesday, the guys help Ricardo M. decide if too many gears ruin torquey engines? They debate perceptions for Daniel P., who wants something fast, luxurious and sporty without giving off the wrong vibe. Social media questions ask how you do Drive Homework on cars that aren’t available to test drive, what’s the best-looking car for road salt and grime, and should people make a fuss about snowy parking lot donuts? 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

S11 Feb 11, 2025 61 min 55 annotations

969: Rename Everything, Pug Dog On Wheels, The Ten-Month Tune

If car company mergers are the future, let’s go crazy and rename every single one. The guys discuss the lost love between Nissan and Honda. They debate mobile offices for Dan in Nevada, and discuss options for Cole in Melbourne, AUS, who is trying (and failing) to enjoy a basic daily. Social media questions ask the most important tip for learning to drive manual, how do you make the most of an auto show, and do designers hold contests for the most uninspiring car? 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

S11 Feb 07, 2025 59 min 57 annotations

968: The Solution®, Don’t Buy The Torture Chamber, Maximum Resolution

Awesome in Austin – the guys discuss signature 2025 events, and you’re invited! For Topic Tuesday, they discuss the reality of cars getting bigger and more powerful – are small car options dwindling to zero? They debate fun daily options for Sage in Chicago, who feels lost when it comes to deciding what’s next. Social media questions ask which car company has produced the largest number of great cars, has Porsche achieved Level 42 Autonomous Track Driving, and at what point is video quality too minute to notice? 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

S11 Feb 04, 2025 56 min 69 annotations

967: All Out Of Toretto Quotes, All About A/C, Floor-Mounted Pedals

The I5N vs. GTC4 Lusso film is now playing on our original YT channel! For Tom in LA, the guys debate cars that drive as if Honda built a 911. Then, if your requirements include great A/C, what’s good for Texas? Angel R. wants a cool family road trip vehicle. Social media questions ask if there will be a shift away from all screens in cars, do the guys get tired of people saying cars should only be practical, and is there disdain for floor-mounted pedals? 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

S11 Jan 31, 2025 53 min 61 annotations

966: Twelve Is The Magic Number, Guilt-Free Spending, The Rolls-Royce Mulligan

What’s the ideal power to weight ratio of a car, and does the ideal ratio change as a car gets heavier or lighter? The guys wrestle with this question from Luis B. for Topic Tuesday. Then, they debate cars that are the fountain of youth for Adam in Nashville. Social media questions ask what’s the least-compromised fun car currently on sale, what are the most beautiful enthusiast cars since 2020, and what was the best year for YT car reviews? 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

S11 Jan 28, 2025 61 min 58 annotations

965: A Superfast Brick, Interesting Since Zero, Cool Plastic Car

Cadillac is spawning more V performance models, and they’ve announced the Lyriq-V! The guys think about what that could mean for badge engineering. They debate milestone birthday cars for Mike in Maine, and ‘professorial’ cars for Spencer in MA. Social media questions ask if it’s wrong to feel superior to winter drivers with improper tires, are there cars you think might want to kill you, and is MagneRide a non-negotiable when purchasing? 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

S11 Jan 24, 2025 56 min 63 annotations

964: Sifting Through Canoo Rubble, The Bedroom Poster Edition, What’s Your Level Of Blizzard?

For Topic Tuesday, the guys expound on a social media question recreate their current garage or build a dream garage with cars from their year of birth, got their license, started EDD and purchased HOD! Then, they debate the 95% car for Kevin in Texas, who needs a great long-termer. Social media questions ask if FOMO leads to really poor car purchase decisions, what’s the most fun part of EDD + HOD jobs, and should you still abide by road rules in bad weather? 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

S11 Jan 21, 2025 51 min 1 annotation

963: The Return Of Saturn, The Future Is Good, More Cars Than Drivers

Automotive mergers are usually detrimental to enthusiasts, so pre-established IP is gold! The guys debate for Martin in the U.K., who declares he’s seen the future and it’s good. Then, Jeremy S. wants something ‘fun-ish’ for he and his wife. Social media questions ask about the ‘iPadification’ of cars, do shorter days cause drivers to neglect their headlights, and what’s the recipe for a shooting brake? 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

S11 Jan 17, 2025 52 min 53 annotations

962: The Alfa ‘Giunior,’ What Money Smells Like, Reviving The Gremlin

What did listeners buy? The guys cover car conclusions and their stories from the audience. They debate comfortable high-mileage vehicles for Derk, a “geo-bachelor” in the Army who drives more than a lot. Social media questions ask why do car companies sit on great names for cars, is it true that ‘propulsion is freedom,’ and will F1 revolutionize the auto industry through fuel mandates? 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

S11 Jan 14, 2025 59 min

961: It’s No Batmobile, Real Tall Person Space, Trash Can With Missiles

The guys talk about car sales numbers and new tech releases. They debate two cars for Matthew in NY, who is retiring from the NYPD and using his pension check. Then, Steven is a dad with fun car needs for his growing brood. Social media questions ask for best winter driving activities if you hate rust, what’s a good garage addition that isn’t a car, and how can OEMs pivot to innovation? 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

S11 Jan 10, 2025 58 min 40 annotations

960: Eagerly Anticipated Models, The Last Sports Car You’ll Ever Buy, Born From Russian Jets

The guys discuss new cars for 2025 they’re intrigued by and want to drive! For Topic Tuesday, they answer the question if you can drive a car forever? They debate good choices that will accommodate a road bike for Andrew in Tucson. Social media questions ask why people don’t like Nissan vehicles, how do designers think regarding door handles, and is a trip to Maranello worth a day trip for the museum? 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

S11 Jan 07, 2025 48 min 34 annotations

959: The Year Behind + Year Ahead, What Does ‘Vintagey’ Mean, Build To Fit

Welcome to 2025! The guys discuss their favorites from the past year, and look ahead to exciting projects. They debate fun, first-time cars for new drivers, a request sent from Kevin F. in WA. Social media questions ask what was the most overrated car of 2024, will there be a 911 Turbo Touring, and what does the “Mitsanda” merger mean for the future of Japanese cars? 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

S11 Jan 03, 2025 57 min 39 annotations

958: The New MitSanDa, The Magic Combination, The Discard Pile

The guys announce their signature 2025 event: COTA in Austin, TX! They debate non-SUVs for Craig in Boston, who needs a hatchback for his growing family. Then, Hal in Chicago drives quite a lot, and wants something better than an Audi Allroad to battle winter and road salt. Social media questions ask if the shutdown of Canoo is ruining future plans, what makes the Z4 better than the M240i, and what’s the guys’ Christmas tradition they’re most excited for? 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

S10 Dec 20, 2024 56 min 1 annotation

957: Turbo Jackets Exist, Depreciation Is Your Friend Again, The Name Means ‘Shark’

The guys make discoveries at the PRI Show in Indianapolis! They debate options for a third shared car for Christopher P. in the Pacific Northwest, who still needs fun for he and his wife. Then, the guys help save Cathy O. from her fourth Subaru Forester! Social media questions ask if Hyundai / Genesis are in a prime position to offer a lightweight Miata-fighter, is the Ford Probe GT the best-looking car that was a flop, and what car would the guys use as the foundation for a new spec-racing series? 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

S10 Dec 17, 2024 49 min 1 annotation