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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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TestDrive: Mercedes-AMG CLA 45

The AMG CLA45 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 07, 202216 minEp. 18

733: Small World Moments Are The Best, The Venn Diagram Of Cars + Relationships, Take Note Of Yourself

While the guys are on the road, they discuss a Topic Tuesday from Jae M. in Chicago, who wants to involve his girlfriend in buying the next car, but still feed his enthusiast needs. Social media questions ask if A-pillars are destined to always be bulky, are new drivers worse off for learning in SUVs instead of small cars, and what are the reasons enthusiasts are attracted to particular cars? Seasons 1-11 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and...

Sep 06, 202249 minSeason 8Ep. 733

732: Drunken Design Battles, The Hiper-Car, Dipstick Extinction

The guys discuss various new-car launches and realize how many manual-transmission-equipped cars are currently for sale. Debate #1 is for Christopher B. in Denver CO, who is becoming more of an outdoors enthusiast. Debate #2 is for Joe B. in Fort Collins, whose MoF is becoming an enthusiast. Social media questions ask what the benefits are of rev-matching manuals, what’s it like being part of a focus group, and why are manufacturers getting rid of physical dipsticks? Seasons 1-11 are available o...

Sep 02, 202256 minSeason 8Ep. 732

TestDrive: Hyundai Santa Cruz

The Santa Cruz test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 202217 minEp. 17

731: Art History + Cars, The Radiator To Nowhere, Adjustable Starbucks

For Topic Tuesday, Landon O. asks the guys why some cars of the same make & model stand out more than others. The debate is for Jordan in LA, who wants to avoid the dual-manufacturer driveway inevitability. Social media questions ask if designers are prepared to abandon the necessity of front grill openings on EVs, what is a bucket-list track the guys would like to drive on, and do modern sports car buyers actually care about published track performance if they’ll never experience it? Season...

Aug 30, 202258 minSeason 8Ep. 731

730: Bored Of Your Cars, Doing The Unthinkable, Deciphering Marketing-Speak

It’s not unheard of to grow disinterested in your own cars. What do you do next? The guys debate choices for Vinny in NY. Then, Carlos in FL feels like he should downgrade, and needs help deciding what to buy. Social media questions ask if the guys would ever consider owning a concours-level car, will more companies build ‘character’ cars from films, and when will EVs be affordable for most people? Seasons 1-11 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTune...

Aug 26, 202256 minSeason 8Ep. 730

TestDrive: BMW M4

The BMW M4 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 202217 minEp. 16

729: Things Used To Be Simpler, Yakima Rack Of Cash, The Implication Of Singerization

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if it’s age or mileage that finally makes you back away from a vehicle, and what’s the worst modern car that’s more enjoyable than the best older car? They debate cars for Hayden in NC, whose new price point doesn’t seem to offer appealing suggestions. Social media questions ask how to adopt a driving style for high-powered mid-engined cars, what cars will the guys choose for a life of crime, and what other cars should be Singerized? Seasons 1-11 are availab...

Aug 23, 202257 minSeason 8Ep. 729

728: Dodge Flavor Packets, Date Night Drag, It Happens In Cars

The guys always enjoy the new model and concept release cycle, and discuss the flavors from Dodge. Debate #1 is from Andrei S. who wonders what grand tourers he should consider. Debate #2 is from Jonathan E. in TX, who wants cars his MoF doesn’t get sick in. Social media questions ask if Aptera has solved the electric car problem, should all car companies adopt the ‘gigapress’ die-cast manufacturing technology like Tesla has, and how do travel and documentary series make connections for fixers o...

Aug 19, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 8Ep. 728

TestDrive: Mustang Mach 1

The Mustang Mach 1 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 202215 minEp. 15

727: Mistress Storage, RTV Blues, The E-Stang

Alternate episode titles include ‘Putting On A Cape,’ ‘Cool Color,’ ‘ Two Boats At Once,’ and ‘Too Many Scenarios.’ The guys read car conclusions from listeners, and debate different car scenarios for Damon in KY. Social media questions ask if carbon fiber will become a widespread manufacturing material, why are the headrests removed in TV and film, and what was the last great, iconic “hero car” in a movie? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us...

Aug 16, 20221 hrSeason 8Ep. 727

726: The Bolts Are Loose, A Cattle Blur, Dern Fur’n Cars

Sometimes a clean sweep is exactly what’s needed, as your life moves on and your interests change. Brian C. in NC is embracing family life and wants a minivan and a 'dad car.' Then, Adam F. is rather conflicted and asks if he should flip his unexpectedly rare car? Social media questions ask for the worst car the guys have fallen in love with, is the world in a new automotive ‘malaise era,’ and can you restore a car out-of-class? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Ple...

Aug 12, 202256 minSeason 8Ep. 726

TestDrive: Lexus IS500

The Lexus IS500 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 10, 202216 minEp. 14

725: Modding To Preciousness, Road Trip Hotels, Shooting For Yellowstone

The guys livestream every 25 episodes on their TestDrive Videos YouTube channel, and answer all-car questions from the audience. Link is here: https://www.youtube.com/c/TestDriveVideos Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends! Le...

Aug 09, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 8Ep. 725

724: The RAD Tab, Atlas Hooned, Maroon Cube

The guys discuss the GR86 oil pan gasket issue, and how that relates to their ownership! The first debate is for Mike in TX asking for rideshare recommendations. Then, Amy T. is new to the car enthusiasm thing, and is looking for a fun addition to the Atlas. Social media questions ask how car makers should manage bad press, has the GR86 shifter action mellowed over time, and should you ‘maintain’ a car out of class? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and ...

Aug 05, 202244 minSeason 8Ep. 724

TestDrive: C8 Corvette Convertible

The C8 Corvette Convertible test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 03, 202219 minEp. 13

723: The WikiShrine, No More NextDoor, Don’t Need No Stinking Badges

For Topic Tuesday, the guys ponder if old cars are just for rich people or can normal enthusiasts own classics too? They debate vehicle usage and HOAs for John G., and take on social media questions that ask about motion sickness in EVs, how much money have they ‘paid to play,’ and should Chevy build a Bolt SS? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions...

Aug 02, 202256 minSeason 8Ep. 723

722: The Frumble Seat, Paint Your Chest, Yes To All That

Some concept cars set a good future theme for their companies, but others deserve to be teased. The guys take on two debates; one for Dan in Vermont, who is looking for the VW equivalent of the Concorde. The other is for Brandon C. in the northeast, who just wants a V8. Social media questions ask what car the guys would choose for an empty lap of the ‘Ring, what’s up with the new trend of ‘throttle kids,’ and how do you deal with badge snobs? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo ...

Jul 29, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 8Ep. 722

TestDrive: Mazda3 Turbo

The Mazda3 Turbo test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 27, 202217 minEp. 12

721: The Slow And The Curious, Dukes Of Audio, A Half-Million Miles

Alternate episode titles include “Engine Awareness,” “Love The Badge Engineer,” and “Slightly More Leathered.” The guys discuss fake engine noise in movies and speculate why car enthusiasts are the way they are. Social media questions ask which manufacturer should change its name and/or logo to reflect the vehicles they’re currently building, why hasn’t Honda put Acura SH-AWD into the Civic Type R, and how do you afford the time and money to drive on track more often? Seasons 1-10 are available ...

Jul 26, 20221 hr 10 minSeason 8Ep. 721

720: The World Of ‘What Ifs,’ The Adventure List, The Typhoon Of Cash

Who’s winning the game between car manufacturers and automotive media outlets? The guys debate adventure appliances for Ryan in OH, who is rethinking his deposit. Antony is also in Ohio and wants to do track driving but still needs to commute. Social media questions ask what constitutes a ‘supercar,’ what do various drivetrain differences feel like if you’re only doing normal driving, and what cars are the guys afraid to drive because they might be a letdown? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon...

Jul 22, 202258 minSeason 8Ep. 720

TestDrive: Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 20, 202223 minEp. 11

719: #LetCarsBeCars, ePaul & iTodd, The Full Nacho Libre

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if ‘bespoke’ actually means ‘better’ when it comes to automotive components. They debate a whole garage for John R., who is downsizing the fleet. Social media questions ask about the moment when options distract you from the vehicle’s purpose, should you buy from random used car lots, and should you buy the low-performance version of a car you really want? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, an...

Jul 19, 202258 minSeason 8Ep. 719

718: Some Guys In Robes, Pepsi Poured Into Coke Cans, Ferrari Doesn’t Know You

Announcing Cars Of The Past film #2 – East Coast! The guys talk a bit about their experience traveling to RADWood in Philly. They debate track cars for Stu in Alberta, CDN, and present options for Kyle in San Diego. Social media questions ask their thoughts on new EU anti-speeding laws, what’s the point at which you should stop spending money on an old car, and is the Ferrari California a “real” Ferrari? Catch TV Season 11 on the Motor Trend cable channel from July – Sept. 2022. Please rate and ...

Jul 15, 202254 minSeason 8Ep. 718

TestDrive: BMW M440i

The BMW M440i test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 13, 202219 minEp. 10

717: Feeling Rad, Shopping To Fill The Void, Driving Internationally

From their Radwood Philly road trip, the guys discuss the vehicles they’d most like to have from the 80’s & 90’s. They also run through some of their favorite picks from Hagerty Marketplace classifieds. They debate choices for Josh H. in Omaha, NE, who already has a fun car but is shopping to fill the void. Social media questions ask if drivers switching to EVs will be able to handle the acceleration, should Andretti Group field an F1 team, and what are tips for driving in a foreign country?...

Jul 12, 202259 minSeason 8Ep. 717

716: My Face Hurts, Long Running Mix, SUV ‘Ring Time

It’s tough finding a car that makes your face hurt from smiling, and the guys take on a debate from Evan H. in MI, who is debating practicality vs. a sports car. They offer FWD options to John G., who prefers being pulled through a corner. Social media questions ask why more designs using the cavity shape of the sheetmetal for headlight designs, will mounted solar panels become an alternate energy source on EVs, and what was the guys’ favorite cars they saw and drove in Germany? Please rate and ...

Jul 08, 202258 minSeason 8Ep. 716

TestDrive: Mustang Mach-E GT

The Mach-E GT test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 06, 202219 minEp. 9

The Nürburgring Update

A Nürburgring update from the guys as they travel home from their Pilgrimage trip in Germany and Belgium, and give a brief recap of their adventures and filming. Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Season 11 is now airing on the Motor Trend cable channel! Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Share the podcast w...

Jul 05, 202214 min

715: Sideways 488 Pista, From OK to OK-er, Show The Instructor A Thing Or Two

The guys talk with the attendees from their Pilgrimage trip to discuss the new track layout at Spa-Francorchamps, what skills need to be unlearned to drive faster on track, and their experiences with Ron Simons hot laps in a Ferrari 488 Pista. Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide. Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver....

Jul 01, 202244 minSeason 8Ep. 715
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