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Everyday Driver Car Debate

Everyday Driverwww.everydaydriver.com
The 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

EV Tax Credits Expire, No Four-Cylinder Cars, Have I Become A Car Person? | Episode 1,003

The guys discuss Christian Horner’s exit from the Red Bull F1 team, the Vantage S release, and a new Bentley concept. Now that it’s clear the U.S. EV tax credits are expiring in late 2025, the guys discuss what that could mean for OEMs. The debates cover larger-displacement cars for Øyvind in Norway, who doesn’t want a four-cylinder. Then, Paul in CA wants a fun car for a long commute! The guys discuss the July 2025 Nürburgring crash, high-level track driving awareness and coaching with Hooked O...

Jul 15, 20251 hr 31 min

BMW Blues, Hyper-Celebrity vs. D-List Celebrity, F1 Movie | Episode 1002

Does BMW have an actual problem, or are things going so well there’s no need to worry? The guys debate for Sebastian S. in Denmark, who already has a high-performance car. Then, Adam W. has a large budget but doesn’t want a flashy 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 01:40 2025 Nissan Armada PRO-4X 05:11 2026 Ferrari Amalfi 11:09 SRT is back? 12:0...

Jul 08, 20251 hr 44 min

The Problem With Porsche, Corvette ZR-1, ZR-1X, Moving On After The Unexpected | Episode 1,001

We’re back in an all-new studio to begin a different era of our podcast, with longer/single episodes you can find with video. We will still be available as an audio-only podcast, but look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree, and then go drive again. 00:00 - We’re back with a New Studio! 2:50 - Genesis G90 review 6:00 - Corvette ZR1, ZR1X and Crazy Useless Power 18:35 - Robotaxis on the loose! 20:12 - NISMO Armada? 22:47 - AMG GTXX 27:21 - Mazda SP concept and the Rotary...

Jul 01, 20251 hr 45 minSeason 11Ep. 1001

1000th Podcast Episode from COTA Tower

In celebration of our 1,000th Podcast Episode, we wanted to do something BIG and Unique. But we still never imagined we'd be at the top of the Tower at Circuit of the Americas answering questions with a LIVE audience. This was recorded Live on May 31, 2025. This version has a bit of explanation at the beginning and is now available wherever you get podcasts. Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tu...

Jun 24, 20251 hr 27 min

X02 - Xtra Extra - Updates On Episode 1000 And What’s Coming

Hello all, a brief extra to let you know what's coming and what we've been up to! We're transitioning over to video podcasts, but will still publish audio-only too. On May 31, 2025, we successfully live-streamed Episode 1000 from the top of the COTA tower that will be re-uploaded soon. We're looking forward to the new format and see you soon! 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 everyd...

Jun 10, 202513 min

999: The Field Of Dreams Race Track, Long-Distance Love, Gamify Your Driving

The end of the audio Car Debate era! The guys will release Episode 1000 as a livestream from COTA on May 31, 2025, and switch to video podcasts going forward, to be released on their original YT channel. They debate cars for Liam in NY, who needs a fun car for everything besides commuting. Then, Preston in SC needs a commuter for a long-distance relationship. Social media questions ask if older cars make for better drivers, how many miles are enough per year to justify your fun car, and is there...

May 23, 20251 hrSeason 11Ep. 999

998: Finding Your Non-Precious Mode, Isn’t It Ironic, The Project-Car Hall Pass

Can you reset your ‘precious threshold’ somehow? For Topic Tuesday, the Russell M. Asks the guys how do you prevent the high value of cars from polluting the joy of owning and driving them? Then, they debate small-car experiences (with trunk space) for Jake, who has driven nearly everything. Social media questions ask why is Alfa the only company offering moose-antler shifter paddles, is there an aspect Todd would choose that’s equivalent to Paul’s appreciation of a good door-thunk, and what do ...

May 20, 20251 hrSeason 11Ep. 998

997: Convincing The Wife, The Antidote To BMW Blindness, Take The Wheel Back

The guys discuss early details about episode 1000, and take on a couple debates. First, Denys T. needs help convincing his wife to sell a Boxster. Second, Neville G. wonders if he just wants another BMW? Social media questions ask what design features make the original R8 still cool, what future component or feature should everyone be excited about, and how do you explain the reasons not to only rely on safety systems? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels....

May 16, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 11Ep. 997

996: A Mustang-Shaped Race Car, Cylinder Count Matters, Trick Yourself Into Another Brand

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what era or decade of car makes the best sound? They debate practical but fun vehicles for Colton S., who wants to get out of his comfort zone. Social media questions ask how you can pry yourself away from a brand you obsess over, is there any benefit to teaching manual transmission to new drivers, and can the argument be made that higher speed limits lead to fewer crashes? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write u...

May 13, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 11Ep. 996

995: The Whole Family Included, The Fight Between Needs And Wants, Learning Porsche Models

In response to a discussion about offroading family haulers for Will in NC, the guys find themselves discussing their own journey in the auto industry as enthusiasts and journalists. They also debate the delicate balance between needs and wants for James in Vancouver. Social media questions ask if America has a Corvette Dispenser, which car and driver would the guys choose for a ride-along at the ‘Ring, and is there a car that gets away with having as many variants as a 911? Please rate + review...

May 09, 20251 hr 3 min

994: Ruining The Cayman, The Next Horse, Made-Up Theater

The buying process always has twists and turns, but hopefully results in owning the car you love! Listener conclusions are the theme for Topic Tuesday, and the guys share stories of what people bought. They debate ‘baby exec’ cars for Helen W., who is leaning towards a Mercedes. Social media questions ask why manufacturers lean towards understeer instead of oversteer, how do you fight the desire for “more,” and should 250HP remain the limit for FWD cars? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and su...

May 06, 20251 hr 1 min

993: Pilgrimage 2025 - The Tenth Anniversary, The Annual Tradition, The ‘Ten-Nine-Eight-Minute’ Lap

For their annual driving trip to the the Nürburgring and Spa-Francorchamps tracks, the guys celebrate 10 years and interview the drivers who joined! 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 everydaydrivertv@gmail.com 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

May 02, 202523 min

992: Slate Truck, Cash Extraction Devices, Test Drive Tourism

The guys discuss the newest, most attractive EV truck on the market: Slate! For Topic Tuesday, Cliff in TX asks about saving for dream cars. Then, Andrew in NY realizes he doesn’t need a truck, but doesn’t want to scare off potential dates. Social media questions ask why isn’t your sports car faster than your daily, and why are all cheaper 4-door sedans FWD? The guys also go car-spotting in Germany. Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your ...

Apr 29, 202555 min

991: Worldwide Plague Of Enthusiasts, Losing The Perfect Car, Names Are Way Too Long

Nissan is losing more money than anticipated - what future model(s) will turn their fortunes around? The guys offer fun daily SUV choices to Mira & Marc in Switzerland, and lost-car replacements for Justin in Canada. Social media questions ask how you define a ‘low-mileage’ car, what makes car colors work on some but not others, and how many characters will model names have in the future? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Deb...

Apr 25, 202559 min

990: A GT-R + NSX Combo, Ignore The Data, The Dice Has Been Rolled

Industry news compels the guys to discuss the possibility of Japanese sports car icons being combined into a single platform. For Topic Tuesday, they’re asked if off-roaders aren’t just for off road? They debate commuter cars for Derek D., who sometimes hates being a car enthusiast. Social media questions ask what is the most misused automotive phrase, at what point do you listen to your car-buying thoughts, and what’s the deal with E85? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our tw...

Apr 22, 202559 min

989: Knight Rider M2, No More Toy Cars, The Mood Lighting Difference

The EU decides against a carbon fiber ban, and the 992.2 Porsche 911 GT3 sets a new MT ‘Ring record. The guys debate for Mariano in PA, who wants something that isn’t an SUV. Then, Gregg M. needs a car that’s more than a toy. Social media questions ask what modern car has the best sightlines, do customers buy cars based on good mood lighting, and are origami shapes better for aero? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car C...

Apr 18, 202556 min

988: The Car That Bent Physics, BMW X5 Designer Chris Chapman, Paul’s GT4!

The McMurtry Spéirling Electric Fan Hypercar is now known as the upside-down car! For Topic Tuesday, the guys host car designer Chris Chapman, known for many designs including the BMW X5. Then, Paul discusses the background for his Cayman GT4 purchase, including the meaning behind the license plate. 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 everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. ...

Apr 15, 20251 hr 19 min

987: Corvettes UK Style, BMWs Restart, Emotional Cars

Ben in Canada and John in North Carolina both have Fiesta STs. And now they both want commute cars. And they don’t even know each other! Todd sits down with Chance to find alternative for these guys. Plus, we answer questions about bad buying experiences, Cars that made us emotional, and much more! Please Rate and Review the Podcast on iTunes, and subscribe to our 2 YouTube channels. Email us your Car Debates, Topic Tuesdays, and more to EverydayDriverTV@gmail.com Don’t forget to share this podc...

Apr 11, 20251 hr 6 min

986: “Cigarette Boat” Cars, Reliability Above All Else, Ran When Parked

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked when new car problems are simply too much to take? Then, they debate beloved family members’ cars for Matt in Nashville. Social media questions ask why there’s so much apparent customer dislike of small-displacement turbo engines in trucks, is it a better consideration to ‘refresh’ your car instead of getting something newer, and should parents of new drivers still think that smaller cars are a better first car for their teenager? Please rate + review us on ...

Apr 08, 202551 min

985: Who Buys The Z, Seemingly About To Break, Walk Away From Old Slogans

Have dealer markups and market adjustments diminished so cars sell for what they’re worth? The guys dive into debates that include pickup choices for Peyton in WA, and a ‘sport utility Miata’ for Matt & Sydney in CA. Social media questions ask what is the guys’ favorite vehicle with an overcomplicated drivetrain, what are the ramifications in crossing the double yellow vs. white line, and did your parents ever give conflicting advice when you were learning to drive? Please rate + review us o...

Apr 04, 202551 min

984: Do Limited Edition Cars Matter, The Ultimate GT Canyon Carver, Cars To Avoid

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are sent a question from Justin S., who asks why we need limited-edition super cars like the Renault 5 Turbo 3E? Then, Kyle in OH is in search of the ultimate GT canyon carver. Social media questions ask if the center-seat design configuration would make EVs interesting, how are the ‘show’ cars decided upon, and is there a brand or car the guys wouldn’t recommend because of reliability? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Writ...

Apr 01, 202557 min

983: The “New” Nissans, The One Dollar Car, The Wrong Song

Is it just another round of refresh, or is Nissan truly reinventing itself this time? The guys debate a lost car for Constance and Milo, and then give suggestions to replace the car bought for a dollar. Social media questions ask how do you know when to stop iterating on a design, what’s the thought process when considering a parking spot, and what songs should never be listened to in an EV? (only an ICE car) Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us ...

Mar 28, 202551 min

982: Influential Car Movies, German Compound Words, Refresh The Corvette

For Topic Tuesday the guys discuss movies, commercials and short films that influenced their love for cars. Shane in D.C. asks about first cars for his teenage daughter, whom he thinks should drive a manual. Social media questions ask how you get used to the lack of gauge cowl in modern cars, are semi truck + trailers considered FWD or RWD, and is it time for the C8 be refreshed? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Con...

Mar 25, 20251 hrSeason 11Ep. 982

981: Toyota Truck Love, Jeep Trauma, Avoid Rebuilt Titles?

In their opening segment, the guys pay tribute to Eddie Jordan. They debate rugged off-roaders for Grayson F. in VA, who wants something reliable and spacious for college. Then, Brian S. Is deciding what vehicle combines his outdoor lifestyle with fun driving? Social media questions ask if the guys will bring back the costume dept. in their road trip films, have they ever bought a car with a rebuilt title, and what should you look out for if it’s a “screaming deal?” Please rate + review us on iT...

Mar 21, 202550 minSeason 11Ep. 981

980: VW Loses Its Soul, The Perfect Pizza Car, What To Take Surfing?

Cars aren’t merely transportation devices, but the human connection is what enthusiasts love. For Topic Tuesday, the guys share stories of what listeners bought. Then, AJ in NorCal is a surfer who wants something atypical and is also good to drive. Social media questions ask what cars are mislabeled in the wrong genre, will OEM wheels like 24s and 26s become commonplace, and would stripes or graphics help a car’s aesthetics like color does? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our...

Mar 18, 202551 min

979: Possible Renaissance Incoming, Show It To The In-Laws, The Scottish Loop

Nissan gets a new CEO! Does that mean they will start producing great cars again? The guys discuss, and take on two car debates. Nick M. considers letting his fun car dream die, so the guys encourage him and find options. Then, Ben G. needs something for car camping. Social media questions ask why OEMs don’t offer bench seats in higher trims, is the future of car reviews done from the passenger seat, and why did George Jetson drive himself to work? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscrib...

Mar 14, 202551 min

978: Buttons Are So Good, Why Can’t We Have Pretty Things, Afraid Of The Viggens

What is the price of beauty? The guys have explored the Price Of Fun, but can we all have affordable, beautiful cars? Then they debate interesting choices for Zhen, who doesn’t need a larger car but has a growing family. Social media questions ask if the guys wish future sports cars would have FSD, what’s their favorite shape of shift knob, and what else can Stellantis do with their new Hurricane I6? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your...

Mar 11, 202554 min

977: Where Fun Goes To Die, Avoiding Crappy Plastic, No Mechanical Sympathy

VW sets a new design direction with the announcement of the ID.Every1. They debate comfortable cars for Daniel in D.C., who really wants to avoid plasticky interiors. Then, Nicholas in the mid-Atlantic area is giving up on Jeeps, and gravitating to on-road driving. Social media questions ask if there’s any more point to having a dream car, when is it safe to hoon your car after a cold start, and what should be done for the next gen Mustang? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our...

Mar 07, 202556 min

976: Future Cars For Henry Ford, I Don’t Want To Be Bronco Guy, The Volkswagen Army Shows Up

If the guys could travel back in time and show Henry Ford three cars, what cars would they bring and where would they drive each one? They debate new directions for Clay in PA, who isn’t sure what’s next. Social media questions ask why cars know when they’re going to be sold, how do you make a boring car more fun to drive, and why are Blu-rays better than streaming? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and ...

Mar 04, 202554 min

975: Left Foot Braking Standard, Nobody Shares Your Taste, An Actual Dipstick

The guys livestream for this episode, taking all car questions from the audience. Listeners ask if the guys have ever accidentally purchased a car, why do so many cars have abrupt trunk lines, why isn’t left-foot braking the standard, what other sources do they follow for car content, and more! 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 everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Don’t...

Feb 28, 20251 hr 11 min
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