Everyday Driver Car Debate

Everyday Driver Car Debate

Everyday Driver

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The hosts of "Everyday Driver", Paul and Todd, get behind the microphone to answer questions and help viewers find the right car for their needs. Disagreement and debate are bound to happen. Along the way they discuss what goes on behind the scenes of their review films and other topics throughout the car industry.

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133: Pilgrimage Adventure 2016 Begins; Two Cars for Dan In NJ; North American Cars That Should Be In Europe

The long-awaited Pilgrimage Adventure is finally here! The guys have landed in Frankfurt, Germany and found Tom & the Skoda Octavia RS wagon press car. Prior to the Adventure drivers arriving, they talk about their anticipation for the trip and what they're thinking. Then, all 3 guys debate for Dan F. in New Jersey, who is looking for two cars to cover all his needs. More discussion about North American Cars that should be in Europe, car spotting in Germany, and favorite 4, 6 & 8-cyl. engines.Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 2016 51 min

132: Manual Vs. Automatic for Deanry, All About The MPG For Antonio's Brother, Joe, Classic Cars To Experience In Life

Deanry doesn't want an automatic for his next car, but his wife does--what should he do? Antonio is shopping for his brother, Joe; who is primarily concerned with MPG, comfort and technology--what are some good choices? Finally, lots of excellent topics and questions to be discussed, including how and where car swag should be worn, gated shifters, courtesy to truckers, and cars that don't live up to their exterior design...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2016 65 min

131: Dipping A Toe In The Pool Of Manual Turbos, Replacing The 86 In Joburg, Realistically Obtainable Ownership

Josh in Chicago, IL is a family man looking to add a 3rd car to the garage. His budget isn't huge, but not to worry?still many fun cars available. Jarno in Johannesburg, South Africa is trading in the GT86 and looking for a fun do-it-all car. Finally, the guys discuss Corvette lineage, realistically obtainable cars they could get, and history and significance of the Carrera badging. Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 20, 2016 60 min

130: Keep Or Sell The 'Vette For Andrew, The Wrangler Theory: Bronco, Blazer or Wrangler for Ryan, Admitting Bad Driving Habits

Andrew in Dallas, TX sees the writing on the wall about his current C6 Corvette--he's looking for his next GT car and asks for choices. Todd tells The Wrangler Theory while the guys discuss open-air 4x4 choices for Ryan in LA. The guys admit some bad driving habits, talk about do-it-all or specific car ownership preferences, and discuss if the next-gen Corvette should be mid-engined? Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 2016 62 min

129: An Engine Bucket List For Jason, A Project Car Increasing In Value For Rodney, Cars Without Dipsticks

We've never talked to someone with an engine bucket list?engines to own before you die. Jason in CA has a healthy budget to work with, and a desire for an American V8 or a flat 6. Rodney in Utah is interested in project cars, but one that might increase in value and his wife can work on with him. Finally, the guys answer questions about cars without dipsticks, what constitutes good handling feel, and more.Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 09, 2016 64 min

128: Island Driving In Maui For Marek, Craft Of Driving In Melbourne for Sean, Best/Worst Promo Campaigns

Marek in Maui is intrigued with Pikes Peak hillclimb-type driving, and is looking for a fun car despite limited choices on the Hawaiian islands. Sean in Melbourne, AUS, has a family and is used to 4x4 racing, but wants to learn the craft of driving with a long-term fun car. The guys discuss Best/Worst advertising promo campaigns, best snack food and drinks, and fully acknowledge Asa...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 06, 2016 57 min

127: Toughest Debate Yet for Rich In UK, Shopping For Brian's Parents, Would You Rather?

Rich in London is moving to the US, and has a huge list of requirements for his car! One of the most difficult debates so far! Also, Brian in Northern Massachusetts writes to us, shopping for his parents, who are focused on grandchildren. Then, lots of Facebook questions about which car we'd rather be caught dead in, dealer markups and cars to recommend on technical merit only...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 02, 2016 58 min

126: All About The Kids: John's Family Project Car, Rich's Family Lease, Tech Packages In Cars

John in Annapolis, MD is thinking about a project car. He's also thinking something for his growing family, but throws us a twist?what if the project car were the family hauler? Rich in Oregon is interested in leasing a car (no Chevy SS) for his family, and needs space. What else besides a Charger? Then, the guys discuss difficult things about shoots, technology packages inside of cars, and Uber as a verb...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 2016 61 min

125: A Modified Sports Car For Alan, A GMC Typhoon Obsession For Stu, Are The Guys Musical?

The long-awaited Focus RS film has been released! Alan asks about a good modified sports car for $30k, and Stu is enamored with the GMC Typhoon for a project car. The guys also cover questions about car design, Prius as a DD, and their musical abilities.Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 2016 62 min

124: Live Track Day Audience At Autobahn Country Club, Chicago IL

As announced, the guys host a live audience at the Chicago track day, held at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, IL! Lots of questions and comments from the attendees about first time track experiences, pro driver instruction, tires and speed! Todd & Paul answer Facebook questions too, and share their own stories about track driving. Thanks to Laps Inc. and everyone for coming, and we hope you enjoyed! Please Rate & Review our podcast, and help us grow the audience! Tell a friend, and write to us with your own car debate on our website or [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 23, 2016 36 min

123: What Is Hooning? What To Do With Insurance Company Money, Fun Cars For Large People.

The guys talk about topics like hooning, the 24h of Lemons, and why do car guys name their cars female names? Then, Tucker in Billings, MT has some insurance money to spend after his Speed3 is totaled. Ed bought a Lotus Elise for his wife, and now wants a fun car that will fit his large frame...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 2016 59 min

122: Shopping For John's Wife; A GT Car For James; Autocross A Hellcat Or Drag Race A Miata?

John is searching for a luxurious and powerful car for his wife, that is reliable too! James in Northern CA already owns a Mitsubishi EVO X, but feels the need for a GT car to complement his driving needs. Finally, the guys talk about 'would you rather' questions, rare Japanese cars and if they'd like to own a winter beater car...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 16, 2016 65 min

121: Shawn Young of Laps Incorporated, A Car for Vanessa in NYC, Autocrossing vs. Track Driving Differences

Shawn Young from Laps Incorporated joins us at the top of the podcast to answer questions about the upcoming Everyday Driver Track Day in Chicago. The guys are also approached by Vanessa in NYC to help her shop for a useful vehicle; and they wrap up the session with FB questions such as, can tracking a car abuse it, and how different is autocrossing from high-speed track driving?Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 12, 2016 58 min

120: EV Driver Jumping Ship; A Hot Car For Chris's Girlfriend; Top 3 Favorite Upcoming Cars?

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is dead (for now); and Paul's Jeep GC is experiencing more problems. Pete in San Diego, CA is an EV owner, but itching for something fun again. And Chris in Atlanta, GA asks for help shopping for his girlfriend, who wants a fun car! Thanks everyone for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 09, 2016 63 min

119: Focus RS (And The Usual Suspects); Crazy Shoot Stories; How Long To Keep A Car?

The guys are in the midst of shooting the 2016 Ford Focus RS and its North American competitors--they share some stories from the shoot. Then, more crazy things happening during shoots, and questions from the audience that include cars that were most surprising, guilty pleasure cars, and how long to keep a car? Thanks for your support, and please Rate & Review our podcast! Thanks to you it continues to grow quickly--tell a friend, and write to us with your own debate on the Everyday Driver website or [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 02, 2016 40 min

118: American Dream Garage, Raw and Dangerous Second Car, and Cheap Reliable Fun.

A facebook question on American brand cars sends the guys in a new direction. But first we discuss the End of Fast Lane Daily, what counts as speeding, and two Car Debates. Justin is looking for something Raw and Dangerous after spending time at Road America. And Chris wants something both reliable and fun.... under 12k. Plus many more of your Facebook questions. Thanks for listening, please rate the Podcast and share with a friend. If you have your own Car Debate, write to us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 29, 2016 65 min

117: Precision Driving, Replacing Tuned EVO X, and Used Supercars,

The guys talk about what goes into car-to-car footage, especially when both the cars are Paul's. On the Debates we talk about Hamad and his totaled 500hp Evo X, and then Steven and his search for a affordable Used Supercar. Then we have time for some Facebook questions including biggest driving pet peeves, Podcast guests, Rev-Matching, and a few Rants. Thanks for listening, rating, and watching our work. For your own Car Debate write to [email protected], and post your random questions on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 26, 2016 66 min

116: Australian Muscle Cars, Upgraded Rentals Aren't Scratching The Itch, Ever Hit An Animal While Driving?

Scott in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, writes to us as a huge muscle car fan; currently driving a Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo, but wanting more. GK in Austin, TX, has been driving lots of upgraded rental cars and friends' cars; and finally wanting to buy something nice for his family. Finally, the guys get great FB questions including best ways to improve your driving skills, top cars they've driven for the show; and have they ever hit an animal while driving? Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 2016 63 min

115: Spreadsheet For Shopping; Sex Appeal Of 4-Doors; Who Is Faster, Todd or Paul?

Scott from Houston TX writes to us, armed with a shopping spreadsheet! But he may be missing a few choices, so the guys discuss. Daniel in LA is a new father and must sell the 2015 C7 Stingray, but how can 4-doors be sexy? Finally, great Facebook questions abound; and two people ask who is faster?Todd or Paul? Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 19, 2016 64 min

114: Best Rental Cars, Nurturing Your Dream Of A Fun Car, Stylish Car For Your Girlfriend

Lots of great Facebook questions are coming in, including inquiries about driving in automatic or manual mode on DCTs; best rental cars and good driving roads in LA/Malibu. Jack G. in Chicago, IL nurtures his dream of a fun car, but family and parenting are entering his life. Then, Simon is helping his girlfriend Tiffany buy a sleek, stylish, fast car, and she likes the S5, but what else should she consider? Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 15, 2016 62 min

113: Best Getaway Car; $15K Roadsters; Should You Import A Car?

Much discussion to be found about the best getaway car, following the German mfrs.' service intervals, and misleading dealership listings. Then Bruce in Santa Cruz, CA asks for $13-15K suggestions, and Brad is wondering about importing a car or buying some existing choices...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 12, 2016 53 min

112: Tesla Autopilot Crashes, Sports Car or Dog Hauler, and Lexifying the FR-S

The guys discuss the news about Tesla's crashing under Autopilot. Then Todd rants about strange sports. And finally we get into a Car Debate for Andrew who's stuck between practicality and the Sports car he really wants. And Hugo asks us some interesting questions about luxury. Plus, your Facebook questions as always.For your own Car Debate, write to us at [email protected] or through our website. Thanks for watching, listening and rating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 08, 2016 55 min

111: Most American Car, Chris Evans Quits Top Gear, Replacing VW Buybacks,

Recorded on July 4th, the guys gather to discuss Chris Evan's official departure from UK Top Gear, plus the update on Todd's FR-S. Then Car Debates for both JP and Matt who are each dealing with a Volkswagen TDI buyback but have different needs. And of course, we cover your Facebook questions.Thanks for listening, sharing, and rating. Please send your own Car Debates to [email protected], and post your other questions on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 05, 2016 56 min

110: RWD vs AWD vs FWD, Replacing a Raptor, and Car for a Friend

The guys answer a facebook question from last time, discussing the pros and cons of different drive trains and their personal preferences. But First we talk about the new production tool, "the Blackbird". And there are two car debates here as well, one for Jason who's getting rid of his Raptor, and another for Matt who's best friend's son is going post-college car shopping.Thanks for listening, and be sure to rate the podcast. Your Car Debate is welcome through our Website or [email protected]. Also leave your questions on Facebook, we ask for them right before we record on Monday's and Thursdays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 01, 2016 60 min

109: Would You Take A Free M3?, Union-Built Cars, The Most Difficult Car To Drive Fast...

If you were given a free BMW M3, what would you do? Keep or sell? Paul in Chicago, IL, loves his car, but has wandering eyes...Andy E. in southwest Michigan has about $20K to spend, but doesn't want to relegated to the WRX file! And most importantly, his next car has to be union-made. The guys answer Facebook questions, including important things to notice on a first test drive, and (so far) what's the most difficult car to drive fast...Thanks for listening and watching, please Rate & Review our podcast, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 28, 2016 62 min