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S2 Ep56: John Frye And His Amazing Automotive Art
We start the show with the debuts of the Toyota Sequoia, Ford Bronco Raptor, BMW X2 Goldplay, And Updated M8. Then, John Frye joins us for an interview about his automotive art. Frye creates gorgeous vehicles that never existed. He shares with us his early inspirations and his process for creating these amazing vehicles.
S2 Ep55: Discussing Our Favorite Eras Of Automotive Design, From Auburn To Audi
Manufacturers invest millions upon millions of dollars in automotive design, striving to find the right combination of functionality, efficiency, and beauty while keeping with the times. The result is a menagerie of memorable designs through the decades, and we discuss some of our favorites while mentioning a few duds along the way. To cap the discussion, we embark on a cheap car challenge to find cars from our favorite design eras for less than $10,000.
S2 Ep54: Our Verdict: The best and worst cars we drove in 2021
Clint Simone and Jeff Perez join Rambling About Cars to discuss the best and worst cars they drove in 2021. We also offer a critique of this year's North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year winners. Did the right cars win? It depends on who you ask. We wrap up with a brief preview of the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon.
S2 Ep53: Chevy Silverado EV Revealed, Car Debuts Coming In 2022
Chevrolet is starting 2022 with a bang, debuting the 2024 Silverado EV truck in WT and RST trims for CES 2022. The new Chevy Equinox EV and Blazer EV were also teased during the show. It's a prelude to many new vehicles that will debut in 2022; we offer a preview of what's to come with a deeper dive on some hotly anticipated arrivals.
S2 Ep52: Remembering The Biggest Cars News From 2021
This week we look back at the year's news. This includes the chip shortage, F-150 Lightning, Maverick, and Toyota EV plans.
S2 Ep51: Favorite Rambles of 2021, $1,000 Cheap Car Challenge.
In this special holiday episode, Bruce and Smith recall some of their memorable podcasts through 2021. From GM’s internal combustion legacy to cars in pop culture, special guests talking about historical vehicles, and even a round of drinking hot sauce, it’s a welcome walk down memory lane. And to cap the program, the duo uncovers running and driving cars you can buy for just $1,000.
S2 Ep50: Lots Of Toyota EVs, The Hoonitron, Sierra EV, And Shelby GT500 KR
We spend the first segment digging into Toyota's debut of 15 EV concepts. There's everything from a little Land Cruiser to a Lexus hypercar. Then, we check out Ken Block's new Audi Hoonitron that stars in the next installment in the Gymkhana series. We take a brief look at the newly teased front end of the GMC Sierra EV. Finally, it's muscle car time when take a look at the new Shelby Mustang GT500 KR.
S2 Ep49: Driven: Cobra EV And Gas, Audi TT RS Farewell, Modern Retro Vs Classics
The classic Shelby Cobra is a legendary performance car, but does it work as an electric vehicle? Motor1.com Director of Video Clint Simone returns to the podcast to talk about his experience driving a Superformance Cobra EV prototype with a Tesla Model S powertrain, and how it compares to the company’s gas-powered version. We also bid farewell to the Audi TT RS in America, and we compare several modern retro-themed vehicles with their classic counterparts.
S2 Ep48: BMW XM, Genesis G80, A Weird Hennessey and Reviving Dead Automakers
We start this week by going through the big vehicle debuts like the BMW XM, Genesis G90, and Hennessy Project Deep Space. Then, we take a listener question about how to balance wanting to enjoy cars but not necessarily having the space or money for them. Finally, we discuss which dead automakers deserve to make a return.
S2 Ep47: New Ranger, New Ferrari, Obscure Car Challenge, Gifts Car Enthusiasts Don't Want
It’s another Ford versus Ferrari matchup this week as both brands compete for attention with two major debuts. A completely redesigned Ford Ranger will appeal to the masses in 180 countries, while the stunning Ferrari Daytona SP3 from the Icona series will be available only for a fortunate few. Sticking with rare cars, Bruce and Smith try to outdo each other on an obscure car challenge, finding vehicles for sale that nobody’s heard of. And since it’s Thanksgiving weekend in America, the duo talks about car-themed gifts you absolutely shouldn’t (and a few you should) buy for the enthusiast in your life.
S2 Ep46: Porsche Cayman GT4 RS, Subaru Solterra, And News From The LA Auto Show
This week was the Los Angeles Auto Show, and it gave us a lot to talk about. We discuss the changes to the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, and the Subaru Solterra/Toyota bZ4X twins. Then, we answer a question about the Kia EV6 and talk about the rumor of Audi buying McLaren to some extent. Back on topic, we dig into the Acura Integra, Mahindra Roxor, and Mazda CX-50.
S2 Ep45: Driven: Tesla Model S Plaid, Lucid Air, Rivian R1T, Hummer EV, Ford Mach-E
Very few people have driven all the latest high-performance EVs but special guest Tom Moloughney has. We explore the Tesla Model S Plaid, Lucid Air, Rivian R1T, GMC Hummer EV, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E with a preview of Christopher Smith's Mach-E review coming soon on Motor1.
S2 Ep44: Motor1 Star Awards: F-150, Elantra, And The Rest Of The Winners
Brett T. Evans and Clint Simone join us to discuss all the winners of the Motor1 Star Awards, plus some behind-the-scenes fun. Also, Bruce and Smith do shots of hot sauce because of meeting our subscriber goal.
S2 Ep43: Revealed: Wild Corvette Z06, Mild Range Rover, Styled Mercedes SL, SEMA Preview
The new Corvette Z06 is here with a 670-horsepower naturally aspirated V8, and we've already seen it in person! We also check out the brand new Range Rover, and Mercedes debuted its stunning new SL-Class with a fabric roof and all-wheel drive. If that's not enough, we take a peek at some of the cool cars coming to the big SEMA show. Special guest Gabriel Vega joins Bruce and Smith for the discussion.
S2 Ep42: Porsche Cayman GT4 RS, Civic SI, Corvette Z06, and the New Batmobile
This week we check out some of the hot performance vehicle debuts like the corner-carving Porsche Cayman GT4 RS, polarizing Honda Civic SI, and sweet-sounding Corvette Z06. Then, we talk about the new Batmobile from The Batman. How does it stack up against the Dark Knight's previous rides?
S2 Ep41: 2022 Lexus LX Debut, Corvette Hybrid Mystery, Winter Tips, Cool News
Who needs a Toyota Land Cruiser when you have the new Lexus LX 600? The luxury flagship SUV has arrived and it will be available in the U.S. market. Recent sightings of camouflaged Corvette test vehicles could be the E-Ray hybrid, but the evidence doesn’t entirely stack up. Some clever winter driving tips are offered since snow is just around the corner. Bruce and Smith then finish the podcast with a focus on cool auto news stories from the past week.
S2 Ep40: Chevy Silverado EV, Ultra Cruise, And A Scary Car Challenge
Motor1.com Associate Video Producer Kyle Freudenberg joins us to discuss the big news from General Motors this week. Mary Barra will unveil the Chevy Silverado EV at CES on January 5, 2022. Also, the company will launch Ultra Cruise as the next iteration of its advanced driving assist system beyond Super Cruise. Then, we do a twist on our cheap car challenges, but this time we need to find a scary car for Halloween.
S2 Ep39: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Debuts, Teasers For Z06, Integra, And More
We dig into all of the details about the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee two-row, including the 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain. Then, we look at the huge number of teasers that are dropping recently. We check out the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Acura Integra, a mysterious Mini, Subaru Solterra, Rolls-Royce Spectre, and revived Lamborghini Countach prototype
S2 Ep38: Zach Wright Talks Taurus SHO And Getaway Driver, Plus The New Tundra
We have an amazing guest this week. Zach Wright (@BlueTurd on YouTube) competed in the Discovery reality show Getaway Driver and had more success than any other driver in the first season. He did it in a Ford Taurus SHO that he paid $3,500 for while competing against people in machines worth considerably more. Later, he sticks with us to discuss the new Toyota Tundra.
S2 Ep37: BMW: Past Present And Future, $10k Cheap Hatchback Challenge
BMW was busy during the Munich Motor Show, and Motor1’s Jeff Perez was there for a week driving new vehicles. We go behind the scenes with him, talking about the BMW I Vision Circular and iX5 Hydrogen concepts. We also take a close look a very green BMW M4 decked out through the company’s Individual customization program, and Jeff shares images from his time at BMW’s museum in Munich. It all inspires an epic virtual cheap car challenge, with everyone sharing two choices for a great hatchback under $10,000.
S2 Ep36: Refreshed Silverado, New WRX, And Lots Of Mercedes From Munich
The 2022 Silverado arrives with the new, off-road-focused ZR2. Plus, some trims get a digital instrument cluster and a large infotainment screen. The next-gen Subaru WRX also debuts with an appearance a lot like the current one and only a slight bump in horsepower, despite having a larger engine. Finally, Clint Simone tells us about the electric Mercedes vehicles he saw at the Munich Motor Show.
S2 Ep35: 831-HP AMG GT Hybrid, Subaru Slip-Ups, Hilux GR Sport, Amazing Campers
The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S e-Performance debuts as the most powerful AMG vehicle ever. Subaru accidentally reveals the new Forester Wilderness early and teases its first EV, which is really a rebadged Toyota BZ4X. Toyota shows an oddly proportioned Hilux Revo GR Sport truck, and with Labor Day weekend upon us, we look at some amazing motorhomes including an electric model with a rotary engine as a range extender.
S2 Ep34: Insane Used Car Prices, Big Barn Find, Yugos and a Million-Mile Honda
Motor1.com Global Managing Editor John Neff and news writer Anthony Alaniz joins us to discuss some fascinating stories. Trespassing teens discover a treasure trove of classic cars in Brazil. The intriguing tale behind a Honda CRX with over one million miles. Exclusive photos inside the Yugo factory, and a Toyota Tacoma that sold for an insane amount of money. Plus, we look at examples of the crazy current state of used vehicle prices in the US.
S2 Ep33: New Nissan Z, Updated Lincoln Navigator, NSX Type S Gets No Respect
Nissan finally revealed its new Z sports car after a very long dance with the 370Z, which leads Bruce and Smith to talk about previous Z models. Details on the new Acura NSX Type S are shared, but it becomes clear that NSX is the Rodney Dangerfield of supercars, having been overshadowed both by the Ford GT when it debuted, and the Lamborghini Countach just last week. There's also a refreshed Lincoln Navigator in the mix, because the world needs its full-size luxury SUVs as up-to-date as possible.
S2 Ep32: Lamborghini Countach Deep Dive Into The New One And The Classic | Rambling About Cars 32
We dig into all the details about the new Lamborghini Countach, including a discussion of its styling and powertrain. Then, we put the original into context by discussing its importance during the 1970s and '80s.