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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

812: Present To Pedestal, The Speed Of Rust, The Cimarron Effect

Even if you own a modern sports car, should you consider going backwards in time to obtain the coveted driving dynamics of the past? Brandon C. wonders if he’s being ridiculous by wanting to sell his newer car and buy a 20+ year old BMW. Then, Mike in OH feels like he’s maturing out of his WRX, and wonders about an age-appropriate sports car. Social media questions ask if it’s odd that Mazda has developed a new inline-6 only to put it in one model, aren’t entry-level GM products supposed to have...

Jul 07, 202359 minSeason 9Ep. 812

TestDrive: Genesis G90

The G90 chauffeur 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 05, 202320 minEp. 56

811: The Venn Diagram Sweet Spot, Automotive Office Décor, The Track Effect

The guys always say you don’t have to dislike your car to sell it. But it’s tough to let it go, even if it doesn’t work for your life anymore -- Alex M. in PA is trying to assess needs for his new life with his fianceé. Then, Eric A. has a friend who is turning a garage into an office – so what should the décor be? Social media questions ask if Jaguar will survive its current obscurity, does America enjoy reliving the past more than the rest of the world, and does fast driving or track driving a...

Jun 30, 202359 minSeason 9Ep. 811

TestDrive: Land Rover Defender 130

The Defender 130 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

Jun 28, 202319 minEp. 55

810: No More Grey Cars, Racing For Velcro, This Day Won’t Come Again

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if sports car history has repeated itself? They debate two replacements for Timothy H. in NC, who wants to move on from a Boxster and Macan. Social media questions ask what kind of market shift will happen if/when California bans gas-powered cars, how much power is too much for a new driver, and T/D/C for Todd: Emira, E-Type and F40! Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions,...

Jun 27, 20231 hr 4 minSeason 9Ep. 810

A Voice Break

Todd needs to rest his voice after suffering with laryngitis, and we're grateful for your support while we take a short break. 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

Jun 23, 20232 min

TestDrive: Nissan ARIYA

The ARIYA 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

Jun 21, 202320 minEp. 54

809: Cars That Surprise, Rediscovering Your Car, Checking Your Bank Account Again

After completing another successful Utah Adventure, the guys ask the attending drivers to contribute thoughts about things that surprised them and cars that stood out. Todd and Paul are always thinking about the next adventure, so check out everydaydriver.com/adventures so you don’t miss anything! 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. Do...

Jun 20, 202333 minSeason 9Ep. 809

A Restful Pause

The guys take a short break from their busy podcast schedule, but have just released their new comparison film with the Lotus Emira, Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0, and the show's C8 Corvette Stingray! You can find it on their original YouTube channel - really hope you enjoy! 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 podcas...

Jun 16, 20232 min

TestDrive: Jeep Grand Cherokee L

The Grand Cherokee L 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

Jun 14, 202318 minEp. 53

808: The Porsche Mission X, The Forever Tune, Pinnacle Of Engineering

As an alternative to Tuning Out Of Class, what about Tuning To The Driver? For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss specific mods that can boost your own confidence and abilities as related to your driving style. They debate 8-passenger vehicles for WB in Colorado, and social media questions ask if Germany remains first in ultimate engineering for driving capability and feel, should car recommendations include intangibles like future valuation and markup, and how will car culture change as EVs become...

Jun 13, 202358 minSeason 9Ep. 808

807: Found The Dispenser, Mulling Real Estate, Meeting The Cops In Germany

As their annual Pilgrimage trip to Germany and Belgium winds down, the guys ask their drivers to discuss the trip and various aspects that stood out. 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

Jun 09, 202335 minSeason 9Ep. 807

TestDrive: Toyota Prius Limited

The new Toyota Prius Limited 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

Jun 07, 202317 minEp. 52

806: Laser Lights, Weird Hawaii Cars, What Makes You Happy

The guys are traveling during their Pilgrimage trip to Germany + Belgium, and discuss if LED lighting is a hazard for drivers. They debate convertibles in Hawai’i for Tyler in UT, and look forward to their upcoming driving adventures. 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...

Jun 06, 202333 minSeason 9Ep. 806

805: Stupid Miatas, Obsessed With Z, An Automatic Collector Car

While Todd auctions off his beloved Z-car, he joins Paul to debate cool family cars for Garrett R. in MO. Then, Jon G. in Seattle has a daughter who wants a ‘mom’ car, and can’t stand her dad’s Miatas. Social media questions ask if your sports car needs wheels larger than 18” to look good, is it a sports car? And does the last model year of a sports car automatically make it a collectible, and therefore worth paying a $10k markup? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTu...

Jun 02, 202359 minSeason 9Ep. 805

TestDrive: Toyota Grand Highlander

The Grand Highlander test drive in Hawai’i. As the embargo lifted, Toyota revised their horsepower and torque numbers for all versions, which differ slightly from the quoted numbers in the video: The gas version makes 265HP and 310 lb.-ft. of torque, the Hybrid System Net Horsepower generates 245 combined net HP, and 177 lb.-ft. of torque. The Hybrid MAX Net Horsepower makes 362 combined net HP, and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at ...

May 31, 202313 minEp. 51

804: Mental Peace Is Temporary, Seats That Fight Your Body, The Definition Of A Supercar

The guys are inundated with car conclusions from listeners, and they’re glad people are discovering cars they love! Todd regretfully discusses his plan to sell his 300ZX. Then, they debate a two-into-one consolidation for Sherman in NM, who needs to transport 5 dogs annually to the vet. Social media questions ask what is the definition of a supercar, will Toyota step back from enthusiast cars after changing their leadership, and what is a group of MINIs called? Please rate + review us on iTunes,...

May 30, 202354 minSeason 9Ep. 804

803: The Lifelong Prius, The Parking Lot Of Shame, The Build That Never Ends

The guys discuss the newly-revealed 8th-generation BMW 5-series, launched in two variants as a combustion powered car and EV. They debate replacements for a high-mileage Prius for Dean in IA. Then, George in Kansas City got a job with GM, but wants a domestic muscle car so he doesn’t have to park in the ‘foreign-car’ parking lot. Social media questions ask if it’s appropriate to launch your 86 sideways when leaving a kid’s birthday party, would the guys prefer hybrids if driving dynamics remaine...

May 26, 202356 minSeason 9Ep. 803

TestDrive: Honda CR-V Hybrid

The CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring 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

May 24, 202320 minEp. 50

802: The Categorical Dream Garage, A Path To Automotive Happiness, Drive It To The Edges

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked for a new, ‘money-no-object’ dream garage, but this time with defined categories. They discuss the path to automotive happiness for Josh C., who has the ‘wants.’ Social media questions ask why car magazines ignore the fact not everyone is on board the EV bandwagon, will manufacturers keep production artificially low to increase prices, and have the guys ever driven a Morgan Plus 4? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels....

May 23, 20231 hrSeason 9Ep. 802

801: The New Toyota Tacoma, A GM Town, Germany Dreaming

The guys talk about the new Toyota Tacoma, with its new-found horsepower and available iso-dynamic seats! They debate extremely short commutes for Nathan in MI, who thinks a Volt might be the answer. Then, Alex B. is moving to Germany and looking for a practical sports car for his family needs. Social media questions ask what are the best cars to own in Hawaii, what Toyota would the guys like to see GR-ified, and what does a carbureted car feel like to drive? Please rate + review us on iTunes, a...

May 19, 202351 minSeason 9Ep. 801

TestDrive: Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S

The AMG GLE63 S 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

May 17, 202319 minEp. 49

800: How Much For A Car Color, More Convincing Is Needed, Introducing A New Crypto: VETTECoin

Celebrating 800 episodes, the guys live-stream on the TestDrive channel to answer all car-related questions. Listeners ask to what degree a person’s first car affects their future driving style, what’s the best-looking ‘50s-‘70s era American car, what’s the synopsis for a good, fresh car movie, how much would you be willing to pay for a proper color, and why do journalists complain about driving mid-engine cars differently, but don’t complain about tail-happy 911s? Please rate + review us on iTu...

May 16, 20231 hr 13 minSeason 9Ep. 800

799: The Boxster Spyder RS, Driving On Beer Bottles, Everything Is A Spaceship

The guys are asked what 5-6 vehicles (past or present) would they include in their lineup to create the ultimate EDD Enthusiast Vehicle Manufacturer! They also cover a debate for Isaiah + Brittany in OH, who are ready for some new cars in their lives. Social media questions ask how you convince someone to buy a fun car again after crashing the last one 35 years prior, what car company should be the last one standing, and regarding car seats: cloth or leather? Please rate + review us on iTunes, a...

May 12, 202354 minSeason 9Ep. 799

TestDrive: BMW X3 M40i

The X3 M40i 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

May 10, 202319 minEp. 48

798: Carchaelogy Of The C8, Like A Blind Date On Turo, ‘Eliseceighted’ For Roadtrips

While they're traveling on location for another shoot, the guys sit down to discuss the recently announced new show car they'll be taking on road trips! They discuss their fight to get comparisons made, what's the best way to care for PPF, and why don't door detent openings ever match the amount of space you need? 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 every...

May 09, 202345 minSeason 9Ep. 798

797: Integra Type-S vs Civic Type-R, Dead Sea Lion Transport, Apollo Thirteening Your Way Home

Acura re-introduced the Integra and its high-performance version, the Type-S. On paper, which one seems like a better buy, as compared to the Civic Type R? The debates include Sean P. in MS, who needs a fun car that’s good at commuting. Also, Andrew F. in LA loves eccentric and uncommon cars, but has already had old ones – so what’s next? Social media questions ask what the guys think about the build quality of modern vehicles, what cars made a big splash at their introduction but are now forgot...

May 05, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 9Ep. 797

796: Original Car Designs vs. Original Hollywood Scripts, We Are All Sheep, The CUV Universe

For Topic Tuesday, the guys revisit their original career paths of car design and screenplays. Will uncreative spinoff movies and ugly car designs continue to proliferate, or is there originality to be discovered? The debate is for George K. in CO, who wants something like his Focus RS, but taller. Social media questions ask if we’ve hit a plateau in EV tech, will the concept of manual RWD sedans ever exist again, and why do American buyers insist their CUVs have a hatch? Please rate + review us...

May 02, 202353 minSeason 9Ep. 796

795: Detroit Street Cred, It Doesn’t Cost Enough, Sorry You’re An Enthusiast

What’s next after someone buys all of the guys’ recommendations? Mustang Frank in Detroit wants a new experience with street cred. Then, Michael in Wisconsin has nostalgic thoughts about a Del Sol – should he buy one or are the glasses rose-tinted? Social media questions ask about an ultimate track day, what cars are the best Swiss Army knife cars, and how do you do Drive Homework on cars over 10 years old? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us wi...

Apr 28, 202355 minSeason 9Ep. 795

TestDrive: Audi RS3

The Audi RS3 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

Apr 26, 202318 minEp. 47
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