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2022 Vehicular Hopes and Dreams, CES Highlights, Tesla and Taycan Road Trips

Join the crew as we discuss upcoming models and companies entering the market in 2022. Jordan also highlights some of the best parts of CES and the Model 3 road trip to get to Vegas. Mike and Ben share about their time at the Porsche Experience Center and the road trip in the Taycan to get to Atlanta. And Kyle gives a brief tour of the brand new studio space!  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E26 Jan 13, 2022 67 min

Matt Teske (founder, Chargeway)

We are joined by Matt Teske, founder of Chargeway, and we discuss the in-depth challenges with people learning the barriers and lifestyle of day-to-day use and ownership of an electric car. We also debate the meme strategy used by Ford to highlight some of the common concerns.  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E25 Jan 11, 2022 43 min

Forrest’s Ioniq 5 Road Trip Recap, 2021 Year in Review, the Good, Bad, and Ugly

Forrest took the Ioniq 5 to Texas and we get his full impressions. We also review the entire year of cars and look at the best, the worst, and the most surprising. Toyota Supra, Porsche Taycan, Rivian R1T, Mazda MX-30, Genesis, and so much more! Happy New Year! Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E24 Dec 31, 2021 82 min

Off-Road Shenanigans, Tow-charging an EV, BMW X5 PHEV, Ford V2V Charging

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, we look at the aspect of tow-charging a Tesla in a pinch versus Ford’s new vehicle-to-vehicle charging capability announced for the Lightning and PowerBoost F-150. We also talk off-roading the GX and an unfortunate Tacoma collision. Tesla releases a new software update, and Kyle drives the new Mercedes AMG EQS 53. Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Ford Vehicle-to-Vehicle charging: https://swerveautos.com/ford-announces-vehicle-to-vehicle-charging-for-f150-lightning-f150hybrid/Tesla feeling 2021 Model 3 with old batteries: https://insideevs.com/news/556018/tesla-model3-2017-battery-pack/ Tesla software update: https://electrek.co/2021/12/20/tesla-releases-big-holiday-update-tiktok-app-ui-changes/  - TIMELINE - 00:00:00 - Off-Roading the GX00:17:01 - Tow-charging a Tesla00:22:10 - BMW X5 PHEV00:28:59 - BMW M240i00:38:18 - Vehicle-to-Vehicle charging00:46:58 - Tesla Software and Batteries00:55:20 - Mercedes AMG EQS 53  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E23 Dec 23, 2021 65 min

EV Media Summit, Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, IONIQ 5 Pricing Revealed

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, we are joined by Lacie (@MissGoElectric) and look back on the EV Media Summit we hosted in Pasadena. We also talk about Jordan’s time with the Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, Hyundai IONIQ 5 pricing, and Mike updates us on the Taycan. Plus much, much more! Thanks for joining us, Lacie! Follow @MissGoElectric! - SHOW NOTES - Porsche GTS Sport Turismo: https://swerveautos.com/porsche-taycan-gts-sport-turismo-first-drive-first-love/ IONIQ 5 Pricing: https://swerveautos.com/hyundai-releases-pricing-for-highly-anticipated-ioniq-5-ev/  - TIMELINE - 00:00:00 - EV Media Summit Highlights00:08:45 - Taycan updates from Mike00:17:00 - PHEV potential00:23:40 - Taycan GTS Sport Turismo00:35:20 - IONIQ 5 and Pricing00:45:07 - Teaching EV to the masses00:53:45 - EV industry discussion  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E22 Dec 16, 2021 62 min

Kia EV6 EPA Range, Polestar OTA Updates, Maverick Family Expansion

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, we look at the range announcements for Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. We also discuss the over-the-air updated Polestar performance, along with updates and subscription models in general. F-150 Lightning preorders are wrapping up, and a Maverick Raptor?? Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Polestar 2 Software: https://insideevs.com/news/553157/polestar2-software-upgrade-performance-boost/ Maverick Family: https://www.motor1.com/news/553254/ford-maverick-brand-lineup-family/ F-150 Lightning Reservations Closed: https://insideevs.com/news/553269/ford-f150-lightning-reservations-closed/ Kia EV6 EPA Range: https://swerveautos.com/kia-ev6-gets-310-mile-epa-range-rating/  - TIMELINE - 00:00:00 - EGMP Range00:11:45 - Polestar and OTA Updates00:27:30 - F-150 Lightning Preorders00:43:45 - Maverick Expansion  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E21 Dec 11, 2021 62 min

Taycan Acquired! Bugatti Razor, Rolls Royce Ghost, Raptor vs TRX, GMC 1500 Diesel

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, Ben updates us on his newly acquired Taycan and the ordering experience. We dive into the comparison of Raptor vs. TRX and spending time in the Rolls Royce Ghost. Kyle talks about his time with GMC 1500 Diesel, and we discuss the GM EV strategy in general. Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Check out Forrest Auto Reviews on YouTube and TikTok! Video highlights from many cars discussed can also be found on Out of Spec Reviews. - TIMELINE - 00:00:00 - Taycan00:14:25 - Bugatti Razor00:20:45 - Raptor vs. TRX00:31:05 - Rolls Royce Ghost00:41:38 - GMC 1500 Deisel00:47:45 - GM EV strategy00:53:33 - Segway Kart00:56:30 - MISC EV talk   Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E20 Dec 02, 2021 73 min

LA Auto Show, Rivian R1T First Drive, Lucid Air Review, Electra Meccanica Solo

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, Mike, Kyle, and Jordan are joined by Branden Flasch and Forrest Jones! Branden takes us through his experience with Lucid (and his evasive maneuver!), Kyle recounts his Rivian R1T drive, and we discuss the greatest hits of the LA Auto Show. Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Check out Forrest Auto Reviews on YouTube and TikTok! Branden Flasch is @brandenflasch on Twitter, and EV Nomads on YouTube!Video highlights from all the cars we discussed are featured in videos on Out of Spec Reviews. Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E19 Nov 25, 2021 77 min

What Happened to MINI, 2022 VW Golf R, EV Crossover Comparison, Automotive TikTok

Check out Forrest Auto Reviews on YouTube and TikTok!Most all the cars we discussed are featured in videos on Out of Spec Reviews. - TIMELINE - 00:00:00 - Intro00:00:45 - Miata Road Trip Update00:02:15 - What Happened to MINI?00:11:30 - 2022 Golf R00:14:20 - Enthusiast EVs00:18:35 - Mach-E Breakdown00:23:45 - Porsche Taycan00:26:40 - Rivian Buyers00:32:13 - Charging Station Safety00:34:48 - EV Crossover Comparison00:58:10 - Automotive TikTok01:13:45 - Wrap-Up Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E18 Nov 11, 2021 78 min

Off-Road Antics, C8 Corvette Z06, Range Rover Update, SEMA Builds

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week, Jordan wraps up his 5,000 mile Miata road trip, and Tijmen introduces his new (to him) GX, to the glee of Mike and Ben. and much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - C8 Corvette Z06 - https://www.motor1.com/news/543222/2023-chevrolet-corvette-z06-debut/ 2022 Range Rover - https://www.motor1.com/news/543339/2022-land-rover-range-rover/ SEMA Jeep builds - https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/jeep-sema-2021-concepts-wrangler/ SEMA Ford builds - https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a38027459/ford-broncos-2021-sema-show/ Best Cars for Grandparents - https://swerveautos.com/top-cars-grandparents-need-consider/  Find us on all of the places!  Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3AApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbdAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E17 Nov 03, 2021 62 min

Surviving Tesla Full Self Driving Beta, Drifting Model 3, Alpine A110 Police

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week, Jordan and Kyle discuss barely surviving using Tesla’s FSD Beta 10.3.1. Ben drifts a Model 3, and Mike drools with envy over the new Rivian customers. We also talk Tesla Beer, French Police Alpine A110, and much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Rivian R1T Deliveries - https://insideevs.com/news/542682/rivian-r1t-deliveries-happeniing/Tesla Beer - https://www.motor1.com/news/540802/vinfast-sell-cars-america-2022/Tesla Full Self Driving Beta 10.3.1 - https://insideevs.com/news/543064/tesla-fsd-beta-saving-lives/French Police Alpine A110 - https://www.motor1.com/news/542629/alpine-a110-national-gendarmerie-france/ Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E16 Oct 28, 2021 61 min

Cybertruck Details Revoked, Volvo C40, Luxury EV Sedan Shootout

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week, Kyle is back!! And Jordan and Mike ask Kyle about the epic Europe adventure. We also look at Vietnam’s VinFast EV, the Volvo C40, and we get into a discussion on the best luxury EV sedan. Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Get Paid to Watch Top Gear - https://www.motor1.com/news/541507/get-paid-watch-top-gear/ VinFast coming to US - https://www.motor1.com/news/540802/vinfast-sell-cars-america-2022/ Tesla Model X Refresh Deliveries - https://insideevs.com/news/541150/refreshed-tesla-modelx-customer-deliveries/ Tesla Cybertruck Details Revoked - https://insideevs.com/news/540929/tesla-cybertruck-specs-price-removed/ Volvo C40 - https://insideevs.com/features/540829/volvo-c40-walkaround-presentation-video/ Mazda MX-30 Lease - https://www.motor1.com/news/541062/2022-mazda-mx30-cheap-leasing/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E15 Oct 21, 2021 63 min

Lexus LX 600, Mercedes EQ Lineup, Upcoming inline-6 Mazda SUVs

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, and Ben on the show to talk about Jordan’s super Miata road trip, the finally updated Lexus LX, and dive into the Mercedes EV models coming to the US. We also look at Mazda’s upcoming inline-6 powered SUVs and much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - 2022 Lexus LX 600 - https://www.motor1.com/news/540346/2022-lexus-lx-600-debut/ Mercedes EQ models - https://www.motortrend.com/news/mercedes-benz-eq-lineup-america-plans/ GM Bolt Recall update - https://www.autonews.com/automakers-suppliers/gm-says-lg-pay-most-chevy-bolt-ev-recall Mazda’s 3 upcoming SUVs - https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a37894503/mazda-new-suv-models-2023/ Winnebago Lineup - https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a37919122/winnebago-new-campers-hike-100/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E14 Oct 14, 2021 59 min

Mazda MX-30, Ford Maverick, Hummer EV First Drive, Lotus Emira First Edition

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, and Austin on the show to talk about the worst EV of the year (at least judged by Kyle), the Mazda MX-30! We also dig into the Ford Maverick and nearly order one, discuss the monstrous Hummer EV, and much, much more! BIG THANKS to our sponsor, EV Wash! www.washyourev.comDiscount Code: OutOfSpec30 - SHOW NOTES - Mazda MX-30 First Drive - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsjAjj2SzukFord Maverick - https://www.motor1.com/reviews/538426/2022-ford-maverick-first-drive/ Hummer EV - https://insideevs.com/reviews/538170/hummer-ev-first-drive-review/ GM Super Cruise vs. Ford BlueCruise - https://www.motor1.com/news/538415/ford-gm-bluecruise-lawsuit-settling/Lotus Emira First Edition - https://www.motor1.com/news/537895/lotus-emira-first-edition-us/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E13 Oct 07, 2021 62 min

Porsche Taycan Configurations, Genesis GV60 Specs, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, Ben, and special guest Logan on the show to talk about the Porsche Taycan ordering and configuring experience by both Ben and Logan. We also dive into the Genesis GV60 newly announced specifications, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, and Rivian’s Press Adventure event! BIG THANKS to our sponsor, EV Wash! www.washyourev.comDiscount Code: OutOfSpec30 - SHOW NOTES - Genesis GV60 Specifications - https://www.topgear.com/car-news/electric/electric-genesis-gv60-has-drift-mode Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE - https://www.motor1.com/photo/6163724/2022-jeep-grand-cherokee/ Rivian R1T First Drive - https://insideevs.com/reviews/536129/2022-rivian-r1t-first-drive-review/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E12 Sep 30, 2021 63 min

2022 Toyota Tundra, Lucid Air EPA Range, Audi Q4 E-Tron

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, Ben, and Austin on the show to talk about the new generation Toyota Tundra, Audi Q4 E-Tron, and Lucid Air EPA Range. We also dive into the Rivian on the Trans-America Trail, Mazda’s impending Inline-6 engine, and much, much more! BIG THANKS to our sponsor, EV Wash! www.washyourev.comDiscount Code: OutOfSpec30 - SHOW NOTES - 2022 Toyota Tundra - https://www.motor1.com/news/533935/2022-toyota-tundra-debut/ Audi Q4 E-Tron - https://www.motor1.com/news/501007/2022-audi-q4-etron-sportback/ Rivian Membership - https://insideevs.com/news/534381/rivian-membership-program/ Rivian Trans-America Trail - https://insideevs.com/news/534026/rivian-r1t-off-road-trail/ Lucid Air EPA Range vs. Model S - https://insideevs.com/news/533665/lucid-air-tesla-models-compared/ Mazda Inline-6 - https://www.motor1.com/news/533367/mazda-rear-wheel-drive-suv/ Nissan Skyline Sedan Rumor - https://www.motor1.com/news/534714/nissan-skyline-coupe-suv-rumor/ 2022 Infiniti Q50 - https://www.motor1.com/news/534838/2022-infiniti-q50-debut/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E11 Sep 23, 2021 64 min

Unpacking 2022 Subaru WRX, 2022 Zero Motorcycle Refresh, GM Bolt Recall, Apple Car

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, Ben, and Austin on the show to talk about the new design and engine of the 2022 Subaru WRX and look at Zero Motorcycles’ 2022 partial refresh. We dive into the GM Bolt Battery recall and Apple Car speculation. Plus much, much more! BIG THANKS to our sponsor, EV Wash! www.washyourev.comDiscount Code: OutOfSpec30 - SHOW NOTES - 2022 Subaru WRX - https://www.motor1.com/news/532258/2022-subaru-wrx-sedan-debuts/ 2022 Zero S / DS / DSR - https://outofspecstudios.com/reviews/2021/9/13/2022-zero-s-ds-and-dsr-updates-confirmed GM Bolt Battery Recall - https://insideevs.com/news/532661/gm-lg-bolt-battery-recall/ Apple Car - https://www.motor1.com/news/532599/apple-to-build-car-alone/ Nissan Odor Engineers - https://www.motor1.com/news/532810/nissan-new-car-smell-lab/ Unhappy Bronco Buyers & Booze - https://www.motor1.com/news/531844/ford-bronco-customer-satisfaction-funds/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E10 Sep 16, 2021 59 min

Lucid Air Commentary, Rivian R1T Gets First Journalist Drive, Mercedes EQB

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, Ben, and Austin on the show to bring updates on the Lexus GX off-road adventures and Jordan’s time with Kyle’s Model 3. We also look at the Lucid and Rivian drives done by Motortrend, Mercedes EV push with EQB, and drool over the Lotus GT4. Plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Lucid Air First Drive - https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-lucid-air-dream-edition-r-exclusive-first-drive-review/ Rivian R1T - https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2022-rivian-r1t-electric-pickup-truck-first-drive-review/ Mercedes EQB - https://www.motor1.com/news/530877/2022-mercedes-benz-eqb-debut-europe/ Lotus Emira GT4 - https://www.motor1.com/news/531593/lotus-emira-gt4-race-car/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E9 Sep 09, 2021 63 min

Wrangler 4XE, Alpha Motors Wolf Prototype, Mercedes Benz AMG 3 S E Performance

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike and Ben on the show to talk about Jordan’s week with the Jeep Wrangler 4XE PHEV and learning to drive right-hand-drive. We also look at the Alpha Motors Wolf official prototype, drool over the Gunther Werks 993 Speedster, plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Wrangler 4XE First Experience - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5bqPMMVv20 Alpha Motors Wolf - https://www.motor1.com/news/529148/alpha-motors-wolf-truck-debut/ Gunther Werks 993 Speedster - https://www.motor1.com/news/526703/gunther-werks-993-speedster-porsche/ Genesis GV60 new color - https://www.motor1.com/news/530074/genesis-gv60-design-white-color/ Mercedes Benz AMG 63 S E Performance - https://www.motor1.com/news/530107/mercedes-amg-gt63-plug-in-hybrid/  Find us on all of the places!  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E8 Sep 02, 2021 62 min

Tesla Model S Plaid Drive, Polestar 2 Impressions, Upcoming Mazda MX-30

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Mike, Kyle, and Ben on the show to talk about Ben’s impressions from driving Tesla Model S Plaid and Kyle’s reactions to the Polestar 2. We also dive into the details on the Mazda MX-30, Genesis GV60 in black, Colorado Teardrops EV Trailer, plus much, much more! - SHOW NOTES - Mazda MX-30 - https://www.motor1.com/news/528888/mazda-mx-30-incentive-price/ Polestar 2 Review - https://www.motor1.com/reviews/523069/2021-polestar-2-review/ Genesis GV60 Spotted - https://www.motor1.com/news/528697/genesis-gv60-black-spy-photos/ Colorado Teardrops EV Trailer - https://www.motor1.com/news/526110/teardrop-camper-electric-vehicles-battery/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E7 Aug 26, 2021 64 min

Countach Details, 2023 Nissan Z, 2022 Toyota GR86, Genesis GV60, LEGO Supra

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Kyle, Mike, and special guest Domenick Yoney on the show to dive into the newly unveiled Lamborghini Countach details, Nissan Z, and Toyota GR86. We also dive into the details on the Polestar 2 single-motor, Genesis GV60, plus much, much more!- SHOW NOTES -Lamborghini Countach - https://www.motor1.com/news/526381/new-lamborghini-countach-hybrid-reveal/ Nissan Z - https://www.motor1.com/news/527264/2023-nissan-z/ Toyota GR86 - https://www.motor1.com/reviews/527044/2022-toyota-gr86-first-drive/ Genesis GV60 - https://insideevs.com/news/527480/genesis-reveals-electric-gv60/ Polestar 2 - https://www.motor1.com/news/526090/2022-polestar-2-price-range/ LEGO Toyota Supra - https://www.motor1.com/news/526251/toyota-supra-lego-full-sized/ VanLab - https://www.motor1.com/news/527254/vanlab-pre-made-camper-components/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E6 Aug 21, 2021 63 min

New Nissan Frontier, Lamborghini Countach Returns, Cyberlandr Controversy

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Kyle, Mike and Ben on the show to discuss the ALL NEW Nissan Frontier, Kyle’s Tesla Service experience, Lamborghini Countach revival, plus much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E5 Aug 20, 2021 70 min

Tesla Superchargers for the Masses, Land Cruiser 40 Gets New Parts, and more!

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Ben, Mike, and Austin on the show to discuss Tesla's decision to open the Supercharger Network to other EVs, Cybertruck doorhandles or lack there-of, and Mike and Ben's E-Tron adventure on the beach. Plus much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E4 Aug 19, 2021 66 min

Rivian Discussions, GM fights BlueCruise, Tesla Plaid Reactions, and more!

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Jordan, Ben, Mike, and Austin on the show to discuss Rivian as a company and their product timeline, Tesla Model S Plaid reactions, and JDM challenges in Maine. Plus much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E3 Aug 19, 2021 71 min

Hellcats on the Drag Strip, Tesla FSD Subscription, BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra

Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast where you'll find reactions to the latest car stories from our team of auto journalists and presenters! This week we have Kyle, Jordan, Ben, and Mike on the show to discuss Jordan’s experience with Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan racing with the Dodge SRT team, a deep-dive on Tesla FSD and the new subscription service, BMW discontinuing the manual Z4 in Australia and how it compares to the Supra. Plus much, much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E2 Jul 22, 2021 62 min