Everyday Driver Car Debate
Everyday Driver
Updated 3 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)
925: Where’s My Homer, Have The Manuals Been Saved, What’s A Downgrade?
The guys livestream for this episode, and take all audience questions! They talk about manual transmissions and if they’ve been saved yet, Ford rolling back its EV production goals, and how much do you try and guide your non-car friends into the hobby? 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
TestDrive: Volvo XC60 Recharge AWD Ultimate
The XC60 Recharge AWD Black Edition test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the XC60 or any Volvo? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
924: Springs Of Money, The Tech Injection, The DoorDash Seat Test
Many new reveals at Monterey Weekend 2024! The guys discuss a Topic Tuesday question for Ammon L., who wonders about resto-mods, new cars, and data selling practices. The debate is for Phillip G. in VA, who drives at least 700 miles a week and wants something that’s easy to drive. Social media questions ask what seemingly exciting cars turned out to be dull, what would the guys do with a blank check to spend on the show, and what is the worst car they’ve ever driven? 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
923: Not Quite Overwhelmed, The Dog Shelf, Driving Movie Cars
Enthusiasts from around the world gather in Monterey for the annual celebration of cars. The guys debate choices for Nick & Alexa, who are searching for the diesel BMW wagon of their dreams. Then, Julia & her husband in NY have a worn-out Prius and need something new. Social media questions ask if the public dictates style or do car companies just do what they want, and what fictional movie or video game cars do the guys want to drive? 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
922: Two For Twice The Price, James Bond + Engagement Rings, The Saab Of The Truck World
For Topic Tuesday, the guys explore the relationship between cars and diamonds – is there a connection? Then, they debate which car could be the very best daily for Alex V. Social media questions ask what comparison films changed dramatically because of last-minute issues, will your wife notice if your car magically transforms into something the same color but is much faster, and is there something wrong with you if you don’t want a supercar? 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
921: Don’t Buy Anything, Five Years From Now, The INthusiast Conglomerate!
A hypercar reveal ahead of Monterey Weekend 2024, and an ongoing saga with Toyota start off the discussion. The guys debate choices for Abe in Syracuse, NY, who is car-less in a new climate. Then, Matthew in San Leandro, CA is thinking ahead to his kids driving! Social media questions ask what are the top five vehicles purchased by automotive journalists, at what point to you stop searching and actually buy a good car, and what should the guys call their theoretical expansion plans? 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
920: Resurrecting V8s, The Chevy Of Germany, Nothing But Seats
The guys compare brands from three different continents, to determine which ones align in consumers’ minds. They debate luxury sedans for Ossama in NC, who wants sportiness and fun from his next ride. Social media questions ask why cloth seats fell out of favor, what’s the best combo of value, handling and style for a daily EV, and is it okay to not love a car that drives well and checks all your boxes? 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
919: Purchasing Peer Pressure, Memories Don’t Get Sold, Design By Nationality
Good news, everyone! Maserati is safe for now and not getting sold by Stellantis. Things could change, though. Recaro files for bankruptcy, and the guys do some product planning. They debate a single car for Eilon in Boston, who is trying to resist peer pressure. Then, Earl in MI needs to sell some cars, not buy something new. Social media questions ask how enthusiasts could encourage people to buy drivers’ cars, what should Acura do to move up in the minds of buyers, and why are performance cars discounted for their interiors? 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
TestDrive: Genesis G70 2.5T AWD Sport Prestige
The G70 test drive with the new 2.5T engine! Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the G70 2.5T or any Genesis? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
918: GM Unleashed, Toyota Replaces Engines, Being Hard On Cars
For Topic Tuesday, Mark C. asks what’s going on with American Turncoats? Why are Corvette and Mustang enthusiasts angry about the highest performing, most expensive models? Then, the guys debate engaging driver’s cars with four seatbelts for Andrew H. in WA. Social media questions ask what’s the best rental for a wedding + road trip, why do sports car enthusiasts have a reputation of being hard on cars, and if you prioritize your life over your car, are you a real enthusiast? 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
917: The 2024 Utah Adventure, Not Just Seeing It From An Airplane, What Others Say About Your Car
The guys host their first U.S. adventure in 2024 in their home state of Utah, and ask drivers to share their impressions. What were their favorite roads, and what did they learn? 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
916: The Definitive Car, Block The Intakes, Cruise Control Science
Topic Tuesday brings more car conclusions from the audience – some unexpected choices and budgets get blown! Ha! The guys debate cars for trips to the Jersey Shore for Dave B. in PA – something comfortable, fast and good at the GT-car thing. Social media questions ask about a TDC for hobbies – skiing, mountain biking, driving; and what’s up with cruise control – why do different manufacturers have different top speed settings? 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
915: Are We Over-Screened, Undeniable MOPAR Love, Silver Medal Contenders
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade may just have taken the prize for largest screen in a vehicle. Do we all need this much screen? The guys discuss post-financial mistake fun cars for Travis T. in NY, who has good credit again and ready for something cool. Then, the party is over for Jacob in GA, who has used up his Fiesta and ready for what’s next. Social media questions ask if there’s a handling feedback ‘bell curve’ of speed, are smaller cars actually becoming more popular, and what second-best car in each segment is so compelling that it deserves serious consideration? 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
TestDrive: Toyota bz4X
The bz4X test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the bz4X or any EV? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
914: Driving A Drink, The Montana Miata, Just Wait Until The Next Horse Shows Up
Red Bull introduces one of the craziest track cars yet. Somebody should buy one and bring it to a Hooked On Driving event! The guys discuss how to amass the cars you love, a Topic Tuesday question from Simon in MT. They debate fun choices for Matt in Portland, OR, whose lifestyle doesn’t include horses anymore. Social media questions ask if the Millennium Falcon was a car what would it be, what choices do you have when your kid will be driving soon, and what happens when you don’t love your car, but everyone says you should? 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
913: Track Ready Offerings, Apply Your Critical Eye, The Car Shuffle
It’s intriguing to note an increasing number of manufacturers introducing track-ready features on their cars! NASCAR reveals an EV prototype, Polestar reveals a track-focused 6, and an Evija X crashes at Goodwood. The guys discuss debates for Nate M, who just has the ‘wants,’ and David B., who feels stuck trying to buy a fun car. Social media questions ask how to deal with the car shuffle, will the new Prelude be interesting, and how soon is too soon to look for a new 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
912: The Plural Of Lotus, Ready To Spend Money, Get The Crazy Seats
Has Lotus cracked the lightweight EV sportscar recipe? No official production plans as of this episode, but the guys are intrigued. For Topic Tuesday, they discuss car conclusions from listeners, and take on social media questions: has Bugatti started ‘steering wheel’ wars, will car makers install analog gauges in EVs to add personality, and if you bought a lemon, would you ever buy from that manufacturer again? 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
July 4, 2024 Holiday Break
The guys take a break for the Independence Day holiday in the U.S.! They're back the following week. Thanks for listening! Write to us for Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and Car Debates at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TestDrive: Lexus GX550 Luxury Plus
The GX550 (Luxury) test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the GX550 or any Lexus? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
911: The 911 Is A Camry, Sliders For Everybody Else, A Single Lexus Sentence
For a special Topic Tuesday and Episode 911, the guys discuss 60 years of the Porsche 911! They discuss how the model has evolved, what it means to enthusiasts, why does it evoke such passion, and is there another car that embodies the term “sports car” better than a 911? Social media questions ask which 911 variant the guys would each choose, what are the most overrated + underrated aspects of the 911, and why does Todd prefer the Lexus LC500 over the LC500h? 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
910: Going Back To Analog, Approaching The Carousel, Drive The Other Lotus
New car launches include the 2025 BMW M5 and Aston Martin Valiant! The guys discuss them along with Rivian’s new large investment from VW. Joe K. feels like he’s back to square one in his car search, so the guys take on his debate. Then, Jack S. in Texas needs to remember what a fun car is like to drive. Social media questions ask if the EV industry is already dying, does corporate styling help or limit a vehicle’s aesthetics, and how do the guys approach the Carousel at the Nürburgring? 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
TestDrive: Toyota Crown Signia
The Crown Signia test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at [email protected] or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Signia or a Crown? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
909: One-Trim-Level Cars, The Harley Doors, There’s No Benefit To Street Racing
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked why we enthusiasts must insist on the hottest version of a car? Needs vs. wants are at the heart of the matter for car people. Then, Adam in PA wants all those things for his next car – what’s a good balance? Social media questions ask how you should respond to racing challenges on the freeway, is it ever okay to cross the double-yellow if you know there’s not oncoming traffic, and should Mclaren buy Lotus to provide great drivers’ cars at all price points? 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
908: Bring Your Billions, Pay More To Sit Better, Kids Love Burnouts
New car reveals include the 2025 BMW X3 and Bugatti Tourbillon! The guys discuss details about both. They debate ‘tall guy’ weekend fun cars for Kyle in TX, and sedans for Nathan in MO, who’s never owned a fast car. Social media questions ask how you remove sentimental attachment to your car, what’s the average speed for HOD events, and how can policymakers and regulators better promote high-quality driver education? 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
907: Sharing The Fun, Remembering Life Before Kids, What’s Your Pain Tolerance?
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked for Drive Homework to pass the final exam. What’s the minimum possible knowledge needed for all the possible driving experiences available from cars? They debate do-it-all cars for Christian in ID, who already owns an SUV. Social media questions ask if you should avoid your ideal car because of rumored inevitable failure, have the guys driven an Alpine A110 yet, and has Toyota always been ahead of its time? 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