Everyday Driver Car Debate
Everyday Driver
Updated 5 days agoThe 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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Episodes (1158)
083: Autonomous Cars & Horse Videos, An unreliable 911, & the new Camaro.
Autonomous cars are coming... eventually. The guys talk about the state of driving, horses, and their upcoming Model X shoot. Then we debate for two of our Patrons. Michael wants to get out of his fun but unreliable Porsche 911, and the guys try to save him. Then, Duncan has owned a list of fun enthusiast cars and is looking for something new... maybe the revised Camaro is for him?Be sure to rate and review this podcast, and share it with a friend. And if you haven't seen our feature films, you can find them on Amazon or Vimeo through our revised website: EverydayDriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
082: MX-5 Generations Film, Nimble Commuter, The Tuning Disease
We lied. The MX-5 Generations Film didn't come out last week...but it will this week! Putting the finishing touches on it now...The guys discuss their most recent shoots, and some upcoming plans. Chris in MI is open to new thoughts about his need for a fast, nimble commuter car; and Alex in Chicago is thinking about his next tuned car...Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
081: TGUK Announces Hosts, Skoda, Opel or ??, Sell Your Pride & Joy
Top Gear UK has announced their hosting lineup for the newly re-vamped show. Adam in Poland is a die-hard BMW enthusiast; he writes asking for suggestions that will fit many needs for his growing family. Wayne in RI is moving to GA, and owns a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. He loves the car, and has put a lot of money and effort into it, but is wondering about what's next.The new everydaydriver.com website is live! You can write to us from there, or the usual spot at [email protected]. Let us know what you think, and send your questions there or on Facebook. Don't forget to Rate & Review the podcast, and thanks a million for listening and watching!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
080: Scion Is Dead, Small Cars No More, What Do Mechanics Drive?
Toyota has killed off the Scion brand. Is our long-term FR-S now worth less, or is it more valuable? Neil in CA is selling his 2014 Focus ST, looking for a larger fun car for his larger fun family. Ben in the UK is a mechanic, engaged, with a baby on the way, looking to join adulthood but still wanting to be a car guy...Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
079: Porsche 718, GT Car Choices, Mom's New SUV
Porsche has dropped another bomb by announcing the resurrection of the 718 nomenclature. Donald in Palm Springs, CA is looking for 2 cars, and wants the second to be his dream GT car. Albert is a freshman at UC Santa Cruz (go Banana Slugs!), and helping his mom shop for a sharp, fresh new SUV.Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our podcast! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
078: Todd?s FR-S Tuning, Paul?s Jeep GC & Choices for U.S. Military Personnel
Updates on the guys' personal cars, and a debatable question about cold-weather starting & emissions. Also, we have some very thoughtful questions from two soldiers in the US military. Mark in NC asks for a long-legged cruiser, and Karl in Kansas wants a smaller, well-balanced car with a backseat.Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our podcast! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
077: Paul's Jeep Issue, What's After a TSX?, FRA vs. DE Cars in AUS
The UConnect nav screen has unexpectedly died in Paul's Grand Cherokee. More updates to come as the dealership gets involved, but it's a rather strange problem for a 2015 Jeep! Spencer in Alberta, Canada is bored with his Acura TSX, and looking for a spirited, more exciting new car. And Thomas, who lives in Brisbane, Australia, owns 5 cars and needs to whittle down the collection--what should he do?Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our podcast! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
076: 2016 NAIAS, A Fourth Car, Adult Car with Juvenile Tendencies
The 2016 Detroit Auto Show is upon us, with a few notable reveals and a few absent attendees. Jonathan in NH writes to us asking for ideas about what his 4th car should be! And Don in WY wants an 'adult' car with juvenile behavior...Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our podcast! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
075: Faraday Future Reveal, M3 or Cayman, Car for Scotland?
FF has revealed their brand-new, 1000hp, all-electric, fully connected and augmented, modular-architected, 200mph non-existent vaporware, made out of unicorn farts and Tinkerbell's magic fairy dust. The guys discuss at length! Then, Thomas in CO already has a track car, and is deciding between an E90 M3 or Cayman. Nick's job is taking him to Scotland, and he is considering selling his baby, only to purchase what?Happy New Year! Thanks for listening and watching, and don't forget to Rate & Review our podcast! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
074: End Of The Year Wrapup - 2015
This has been one of our biggest years ever! The guys take time to reflect on the good and the bad, as well as have a 'State of the Show' discussion. We have lots of new ideas for 2016, and we want to know what your thoughts are too. Write to us at [email protected] to share.Thanks as always for watching & listening! We value your comments and suggestions. We're looking forward to a strong 2016. Happy New Year!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
073: Sorbet For The Eyes, Cars for College Grads, Cars for Young Dentists
Changes in life can also suddenly include different car needs?James in Orange County, CA writes to us as a recent computer engineering grad, and Antonio is a new dad and young dentist in Pismo Beach, CA who knows a lot about teeth, but not as much about cars.Thanks for watching and listening! Please keep rating & reviewing the podcast and episodes. It really does help! [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
072: The Making of 'Pilgrimage'
Thomas Hellmanzik in Germany and Edgar Perez in LA join Paul & Todd on the podcast to talk about making the Pilgrimage film! You know them as our shooters, but you've now seen them on YouTube drive the Renault Clio on the Nurburgring?they talk about their experiences and reminisce a bit.Thanks for watching and listening! We now have Pilgrimage Blurays for sale on Amazon and you can rent or download the film on Vimeo. Let us know what you think! Write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
071: FR-S Issues; Pilgrimage film discussion and release for Dec. 10, 2015
As it turns out, Todd had some FR-S problems as he prepares his car for winter. He gets a very undesirable loaner car, and wishes for his car back! Then, the Pilgrimage Film is upon us and gets released December 10, 2015?the guys talk about all the updates and info for you to know, including Amazon Bluray, Vimeo rentals and downloads, and all the YouTube and disc extras.Thanks for watching and listening! If you've read this far, please keep rating & reviewing the podcast and episodes. It really does help! Write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
070: 2015 LA Auto Show
The guys had an opportunity to attend Press & Trade Days at the Los Angeles Auto Show, held annually at the LA Convention Center. Lots of new reveals, much Twitter snarkiness, and the Alfa Romeo Giulia! Both Paul & Todd pick their favorites and talk about the standouts at the show...Thanks for listening--keep Rating & Reviewing to help us out! Thanks to Chris Hayes at ShoutEngine for his incredible support; and find us on all the usual social media suspects. Pilgrimage film coming out in December 2015!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
069: MTs aren't dead, Canyon Carving at $37K, Fun Cars in the Philippines
Manual transmissions aren't dead (yet), especially among enthusiasts. Dan writes to us asking about suggestions and techniques after buying his first ever MT car. Another Dan in Northern California has $37K to blow on a fun canyon-carving car?what should he buy? And finally, Joe in Manila, Philippines has many requirements due to weather, family and exchange rate, but still wants a fun car.It's your support that continues to push us into the top ranks of automotive podcasts?thank you!! Don't forget to Rate & Review, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
068: Swag Updates, Never Too Late To Start, When To Trade?
You've responded to our T-shirt ideas?and we're thrilled! Thanks for writing in. Matter of fact, lots of you wrote in with support for the idea. So we will address it as soon as we can in 2016. Kevin in CA is exploring lots of driving options, and in the market for 2 cars. Then Adam's big question is, "when should you think about trading to your next car?"It's your support that continues to push us into the top ranks of automotive podcasts?thank you!! Don't forget to Rate & Review, and write to us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
067: Becoming A Better Driver; Pushing The Budget; The Buick of SUVs
Lots of debate around our FR-S vs. MX-5 comparison--the guys offer additional insight. Tying that discussion into becoming a better driver, Nick writes to us, asking for suggestions on how to push his abilities forward. Daniel from Washington D.C. has approval from his wife to buy a sport sedan; and Aaron in IL is trying to fulfill many driver needs by asking the question, "what is the Buick of SUVs?"[email protected] is the best way to reach us with questions, comments and suggestions. Find us on all the social media usual suspects, and support us on Patreon! Thanks for watching & listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
066: T-Shirts & Merchandise, Infant-Friendly Car, Fun-Car Insurance Rates
A topic we talk about often is creating T-shirts for our audience. Many times Todd & Paul will have ideas for cool shirts but don't have the bandwidth to produce them. Michael is looking for a fun, but infant-friendly sports car, and Mason is asking about insurance rates affecting his purchase.Thanks for watching and listening! If you've read this far, please keep rating & reviewing the podcast. It really does help. [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
065: Narrowing the Choices for Paul, Cars for a CPA, Suspected Lemon Law Cars
After driving many cars this year, and taking his own medicine, Paul has finally narrowed down his fun car selections to buy. Ben is a CPA, looking to upgrade from a Civic Si, and writes to the guys asking for some ideas. Also, Blake has serious issues with his Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and Todd & Paul suspect a lemon law car?some good choices to help him.Have you rated the podcast? Do us a solid, and rate & review this episode and the Car Debate overall. Find us anywhere with /everydaydriver, and write to us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
064: Track Day Special 2 - MPG Track Day 2015
Fallout from the diesel emissions scandal created by VW's cheating hearts continues; Motor Press Guild hosts their annual Track Day at Willow Springs International Raceway. The guys flew to California for the day, to drive cars they've never driven before, and talk about their favorites and other adventures.Please rate the podcast and this episode! It's your approval that keeps us in the Top 10! Thanks for your support, watching and listening--IG, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
063: Tesla Model X Revealed; Your Next Modded Car; Shopping for a Fast SUV
The Tesla Model X has been announced to the world (finally!) Is Tesla getting a free ride in the mind of the media and public? Will (Detroit MI) is trading up from his modified MkV GTI, and is open to trying something new?but also modified. Tyler is shopping for a fast SUV for his Dad?what are his options at $70K?It's the Rating and Reviewing that helps us grow?please continue! Thanks for your support, and write to us [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
062: Ongoing VW Scandal; Drag Racer Needs A Car; A Nice SUV/CUV For Your Wife
Continued ripple effects from the ongoing VW diesel emissions scandal--we don't see an end in sight yet! Drew in Utah discovered us and writes with his request to help him find a car, and we're happy to help him find one that is worthy of a drag racer. Then, Nick in Virginia has a decent budget to find a new SUV/CUV for his wife--the guys have loads of options...Rate & Review! Thanks for your consideration and time--please Rate & Review the podcast! It is you that keeps us continuing in the Top 10. Let us help spend your money--write to us at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
061: VW Emissions Scandal; Germany 2015 Filming & Behind The Scenes
The VW emissions scandal and subsequent admission of wrongdoing is affecting more than just car owners--the guys add their opinions on what it all means. Then, they discuss the crazy filming days while they were in Germany, producing this year's film!Rate and Review the podcast--it really does help! Thanks for watching and listening, and write to us at [email protected]. We expect the film to be ready in early December 2015. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
060: Germany Travel, Car Conclusions and Buying Influence
The guys are traveling in Germany, shooting their annual film, to be released in December 2015. Recorded in advance, this debate isn't a debate at all; rather, a collection of stories and emails from listeners telling us what car they bought! Featuring Noah B. in Episode 5 and Katie in Episode 40 -- whom Paul recommended she give her Saturn a Viking burial...then, the Everyday Driver enthusiasm influencing listeners to buy their own fun car: Dongyul and Kai write to us with their own stories of why and what they purchased.Let your fingers Rate & Review the podcast--your consistency is propelling us to the top of Automotive Podcasts, and we can't thank you enough! Write to us at [email protected]. Thanks, guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
059: What Makes A Good Seat; Shopping For Your Wife; Shopping For Your Friends
What are we looking for, when we say a car has good seats? Who makes good seats? The guys have a surprising amount of info to share. Both debates are from listeners who are shopping for other people--Brandon in Redmond, WA is looking for a car for his wife, and Jordan in Toronto is asking about first cars for his friend.Thanks for watching and listening, and have you rated this podcast? Become a Patron like our friends at Roads Untraveled--a big thanks to these guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices