Everyday Driver Car Debate

The guys are at Laguna Seca while at a Hooked On Driving event, and podcasting near the top of the corkscrew! Spot the GR Yaris going by at the first minute.They take on debates for Annie in CO, who is an enthusiast mom looking for a manual sport wagon or hatch. Then, Brian R. has spent 20 years looking at fun cars, but hasn’t really found something he loves. What should he get? Car Conclusions include the new Evora 400 bought by Matthew T., and a 39-year-old Supra Turbo for Jared F. in MN!

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00:00 - Intro

0:46 - Lotus Announces New Engines + Powertrains!

7:59 - Car Debate #1: Sport Wagon For A Working Mom

21:56 - Car Debate #2: 20 Years Of Looking At Cars

32:31 - Car Conclusion #1: Blowing The Budget By $15K

34:00 - Car Conclusion #2: Aunt’s 1987 Supra Turbo

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The guys take on 3 car debates for this episode: First, Ashrit is searching for soul and adventure, and is looking to buy something for rugged outdoor expeditions but a fizzy sports car too. Steve G is considering an EV for long-distance travel, but has yet to convince his wife. Then, Matt M. bought his dream Ferrari, but he can’t take the whole family along! What does he do?

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00:00 - Intro

0:37 - Max Verstappen, The Traveling Helmet

02:24 - Brembo Debuts New ‘Sensify’ System

05:28 - RIP Alex Zanardi

06:46 - Car Debate #1: Searching For Soul And Adventure

35:02 - Car Debate #2: Is An EV Perfect Here?

45:05 - Car Debate #3: Imminent Bad Decisions

56:05 - Car Conclusion #1: No Longer Your Car’s Employee

57:03 - Car Conclusion #2: The Guy In The 25th Grade

1:02:39 - Audience Questions On Social Media

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Car manufacturer stereotypes exist for a reason - many people would say Japanese cars are more reliable than European cars, but that’s not always the case. What does reliability mean to you? The guys debate for Maya and her fiancé who are into outdoor activities but may have kids in the future. Then, Briar in Virginia Beach has been listening and following the show since he was 13! Now married, he loves RWD cars and asks the guys what he and his wife should buy next. Also, have you seen Red Bull athlete Dario Costa’s latest piloting adventure?

Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms.

Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again!

0:00 - Intro

0:18 - Stellantis Is “Re-Focusing.” How About A Jeep Or RAM Minivan?

12:13 - Topic Tuesday: What Does ‘Reliable’ Mean To You?

38:18 - Car Debate #1: All The Outdoor Activities, Plus Kids In The Future

55:33 - Car Debate #2: Listening Since Age 13

1:10:30 - Did You See This? Speed, Trains, Airplanes and Cars

1:16:59 - Audience Questions On Social Media

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Will the future bring actual driving, or will every cool driving experience just be simulated? The guys cover news from car manufacturers, both concepts and new releases. The first debate is for John L. In GA, an Air Force veteran who needs to replace the car and keep the fun. Car Debate #2 represents the battle between parents and kids: Matthew and his family are in the midst of a Texas standoff. Then, Car Debate #3 is for Andy K., who drives an EV and wants a smaller, more lightweight and balanced driving experience. But he’s got two kids - what’s the right car?

Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms.

Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again!

00:00 - Intro

1:10 - Hyundai Confirms IONIQ V For Chinese Market

2:44 - KIA Vision Meta Turismo Concept

10:33 - BMW 7-Series Neue Klasse Refresh - Not Far Enough?

15:35 - Mercedes-Benz C Class (EV) And Its Enormous Screen!

24:20 - Ferrari Luce EV Pricetag Is What Now?

27:28 - Porsche Sells Stake In Rimac And Bugatti

29:27 - Car Debate #1: Replace The Car, Keep The Fun

49:49 - Car Debate #2: The $13,000 Houston, TX Standoff

1:11:14 - Car Debate #3: Small, Lightweight And Balanced..But With Kids?

1:19:45 - Did You See This? The sCool Bus.

1:21:53 - Audience Questions On Social Media

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Is Porsche now just coin-operated like Ferrari, or are they still the every-man’s aspirational, world-class sports car builder? Or a mix of both? The guys debate for Logan’s friend, who is in a groove of circular car ownership and wants to break free. Car Debate #2 is for Kevin J, who has owned almost as many cars as his age! Then, Diego in Puerto Rico is a driving enthusiast, and asks for help deciding what is next for him.

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00:00 - Intro

01:08 - Porsche Announces The 911 GT3 S/C

18:20 - RIVIAN R2 Block Party

22:40 - Ford Mustang GTD Competition Takes ‘Ring Record (for now)

31:24 - EDD & HOD Events Nationwide May 2026

34:18 - Car Debate #1: Break The Cycle

55:04 - Car Debate #2: Owned As Many Cars As Your Age

1:08:32 - Car Debate #3: Cars In Puerto Rico

1:15:48 - Audience Questions On Social Media

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