The guys announce their signature 2025 event: COTA in Austin, TX! They debate non-SUVs for Craig in Boston, who needs a hatchback for his growing family. Then, Hal in Chicago drives quite a lot, and wants something better than an Audi Allroad to battle winter and road salt. Social media questions ask if the shutdown of Canoo is ruining future plans…

The guys make discoveries at the PRI Show in Indianapolis! They debate options for a third shared car for Christopher P. in the Pacific Northwest, who still needs fun for he and his wife. Then, the guys help save Cathy O. from her fourth Subaru Forester! Social media questions ask if Hyundai / Genesis are in a prime position to offer a lightweight …

The guys release a Topic Tuesday for Friday! Jimmy L. asks about the prevailing wisdom that maintenance history matters more than mileage – to what extreme can that be applied? Then, Zach B. is attached to emotional, shiny things. The guys help him decide what three cars are best for his garage. Social media questions ask if the solution for poor s…

The reliability rankings from Consumer Reports have been released! The guys speak with Alex Knizek, associate director of test development at CR's Auto Testing Center in Connecticut. They debate something enjoyable for Isaiah K. in VA, who has a Camaro but wants something fun for his wife. Social media questions ask if the guys carry fire extinguis…

Genesis announces their new racing team, called ‘Genesis Magma Racing!’ They’ve debuted the GMR-001 LMDh race car for IMSA and WEC racing. The guys debate two cars for Chris & Lily in CA, who have a growing family. Then, Nate M. wants “manual insanity” in the form of a Viper! Social media questions ask if directionally asymmetric wheels irk designe…

The Type 00 from Jaguar has been revealed! The guys don’t usually go in-depth about concept cars, but when was the last time a car company changed itself so dramatically? They debate sporty commuters for Tom in Dallas, a Jeep Scrambler owner who believes life is too short to drive something you don’t love. Social media questions ask what struggling…

GM + Cadillac announce they have reached an agreement to join F1 as the 11th team in 2026! The guys discuss 2024 LA Auto Show concepts – apparently, just drop the vowels and you have a cool car name. For Topic Tuesday, Keisuke A. posits what the best third car is, and the guys debate automatics for Hunter in Salt Lake. Social media questions ask fo…

Jaguar introduces food, Lotus does a 180, and Hyundai discovers itself! The guys discuss all the new car models being introduced. They debate cars with soul for Blake in LA, who has an eclectic collection. They debate commuters for Stephen, a photographer who drives a lot. Social media questions ask what car the guys would drive when taking someone…

The guys turn on the camera for a livestream, taking all the non-car questions from the audience! They discuss their favorite topics, but dive into more details about filmmaking, scripts, IP, environmental + furniture design, favorite libations, favorite Simpsons characters and philosophical imaginings about traveling back in time. Please rate + re…

VW has revealed the specs for the 2025 GTI and Golf R, so the guys discuss what that means for the enthusiast community. They debate what’s next for Gene, who has only driven Porsches his whole adult life. Then, Yunde is a track enthusiast and wants to go faster. Social media questions ask what is the guys’ car-mod guilty pleasure, why didn’t sport…

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss a question from Tom C., who asks what made major American manufacturers give up trying to compete with foreign mfr. regular cars? For Joel S., they debate cars worthy of being looked back at. Social media questions ask the guys will collaborate with Gears + Gasoline, how much do they worry about road salt damage,…

The guys are back from Las Vegas to discuss the 2024 SEMA Show! They talk about their favorites and standouts, good and bad. For Aaron in Boston, they debate cars that are good for blizzards and other recreational fun. Then, Stanley Y. is desperately trying to kill his Odyessy, but it just won’t die. Social media questions ask what’s the best or mo…

For Topic Tuesday the guys wrestle with a question sent by Jeff H., who asks what is actually responsible for a car that feels fun to drive? They debate choices for Matt, an enthusiast who wants fun but also excellent seats for long trips. Social media questions ask about the 2025 plan for EDD road trips, what’s the future of crate motors, and what…

Porsche announces the new 911 Carrera T! The guys discuss, along with Xiaomi’s unofficial ‘Ring lap record for 4-doors using a modified SU7. They debate fun dad cars for Wilson in San Diego, who needs two car seats as his family is growing. Then, David C. asks if there’s a PPI that will give you complete peace of mind? Social media questions ask if…

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if a fun-to-drive car can make a non-enthusiast enjoy driving? Rocco B. wonders if most people are hard-wired to consider cars as practical tools and nothing else? Then, the guys debate what’s next for Corey D., who wants a hand-built feeling from his next car. Social media questions ask what modern cars should…

Scout Motors is returning to the market! The guys discuss news up front, and dive into car debates for listeners. Marcus S. in TX wonders what’s next after a Z/28, and Garrett B. in WY is too tall for many sports cars. Social media questions ask what the guys would do to turn VW around, what’s their favorite OEM color, and what are quantifiable bas…

Of all the current best selling cars, trucks & SUVs in America, which ones would the guys buy for themselves? They cover the list alongside car conclusions from listeners. Social media questions ask what’s the most un-Toyota-like behavior, have halo cars lost their novelty, and how do you help someone rediscover the magic of driving? Please rate + …

The guys announce an upcoming road trip film, featuring the Emira + C8 going west and participating in a Hooked On Driving track day! They discuss the new Ferrari F80 announcement, and the C8 ZR-1 becoming the fastest production car under $1M. The debates are for Ben in GA, who realizes life is short, and Paul C., who drives 85,000 miles a year. So…

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss a question from Jeremy H., who asks why must manufacturers mess with a good thing? They debate sporty and sophisticated SUVs for Drew and his fiancé Bridget, who have already owned two Stelvios. Social media questions ask why SUVs have a sport button, should car manufacturers mess with their best recipes, and if …

Should we all be concerned when a car manufacturer seems to take the easy way out, especially regarding warranty coverage? The guys cover interesting news at the top of the episode, and then cover a couple of debates. Paul D. in Nashville is a songwriter & producer, who wants something fun but not snooty. Then, Mr. Anonymous in MA wants something s…

Time for car conclusions from listeners! The guys read stories about what new cars listeners bought. They debate cars for Patrick J., who prioritizes fun above every other requirement. Social media questions ask if 2000s-era fun cars will become ‘modern classics,’ why do new vehicles have such poor rear-view mirror visibility, and will Genesis fina…

If all you need is a comfortable, luxurious cruiser, why not consider an older great GT sedans or coupe? Eric S. writes about his search for an aged, reliable magic carpet. Then, Alden A. feels like he went ‘full practical’ too soon in life, so the guys help him find a fun all-arounder. Social media questions ask what the guys think of the new Ferr…

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss saving or spending, and the diminishing returns that come with more expensive cars. Kyle A. asks when that depreciation curve starts to flatten? Then, they debate pure fun cars for Mark D., who drives an A6 Allroad that he’s gotten tired of. Social media questions ask how do podcast collaborations happen, what ar…

Lotus has introduced a design manifesto. When was the last time you heard of a car company doing that? The guys help clear Outbacks from the garage of John H., who wants a family-oriented fun car. Then, ‘Double O’ needs Prius Replacement Therapy, so they help him find a fun commuter. Social media questions ask if the guys could only drive one brand…

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss the effect of halo cars on the overall brand, and categories too. Samuel S. thought he wanted an aspirational car, but it turns out he wanted something else! Then, they debate long-term choices for Daniel and Hannah in MI. Social media questions ask what car is closest to a Fiesta ST, are EVs the best choice for …