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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: 2024 Toyota Tacoma

The new Tacoma test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Tacomas or any Toyota? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 202328 minEp. 76

852: Targeting Car Enthusiasts, The Band Van, Money Makes Noise

It’s Taco Tuesday! The new Toyota Tacoma has been revealed, and the guys drive it both on and off-road for a video now playing on their TestDrive channel. The Topic Tuesday question from Jason K. asks if people are ‘out’ to get car enthusiasts? The guys debate cool band vehicles and another British Jank Challenge for Nick in NY. Social media questions ask how they balance between ski days and podcasting, will automotive design soon mimic analog interiors of the past, and why do automakers tie th...

Nov 28, 202356 min

851: The Futuristic Unremarkables, Pushing Your Friends Over The Edge, Why Do You Want A Sports Car?

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked how you ease your friends into the car hobby? They debate sports cars for Trent in Denver, who is bored by all the standard people-hauling devices. Social media questions ask how much the guys would spend if US drivers could be brought up to German standards, what’s their favorite old-school car magazine, and should you consider buying an already-wrapped car from a dealer? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us...

Nov 21, 202358 min

850: LIVE and Quite Strange - but all questions!

This episode is taken from the livestream on our TestDriveVideos YouTube channel and ends up even weirder than we expected... Paul was struck sick right before we recorded and Todd jumps on to answer questions on his own. The result is movies, memories, and madness for nearly an hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 202353 min

TestDrive: Acura Integra Type S

The Integra Type S test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Type S, an Integra, or any Acura? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 202315 minEp. 75

849: The Quad-Cullinan, The Great Car Awakening, The Newly-Formed AEA

For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss great engines and if they match their car, or if they should be swapped into something else more creative? The debate is for Paul C. in Canada, who has discovered he really does care about what he drives. Social media questions ask for a smooth method of using your clutch, should EVs be equated with 3D TVs, and should trailer queens never be spoken of again? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car De...

Nov 14, 202351 min

848: Tuned For Your Town, Have Child Then Get Car, The Best Impulse Buy

The path to learning your lesson is not an easy one. Car enthusiasts might overspend, but if it’s a great life experience, has it been worth it? Amrin in San Jose, CA has a short commute, wants something fun, and wants some driving homework. Andrew P. in AR needs two cars for two jobs. Social media questions ask if you can ruin a car by hooning it, did the pandemic help save sports cars, and what’s the strategy for selling a car during a particular time of year? Please rate + review us on iTunes...

Nov 10, 202355 min

TestDrive: Prius Hoon | The Prius Project

The Prius Project test drive and details on future video comparisons! The Prius has now been driven on Vredestein Ultrac Vorti+ performance tires for canyon and track driving, and Quatrac Pro All-Weather UHP tires for cold weather. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Priuses, Prii, or any Toyota? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car mark...

Nov 08, 202314 minEp. 74

847: Our ICE vs. EV Future, The Decade-Long Car, High-Mileage Rewards

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked about car enthusiasts’ perspective on the benefits of ICE vs. EVs. They debate long-term cars for Connor in Seattle, who is looking for a sports sedan but possibly open to something different. Social media questions ask about best practices for washing your car in winter, how do you find a reliable mechanic for European cars, and should you love high-mileage cars? What about an old car that’s shiny? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two...

Nov 07, 202356 min

846: SEMA Inspiration, Don’t Crowd Your Dream, EV Pushback

The guys attend SEMA 2023 in Las Vegas and discuss the overarching theme, and how it’s part of the future of cars. They debate for Rodrigo J. in the Netherlands, whose son’s first word was ‘auto!’ Then, David writes with a request for a car that he doesn’t hit his head on while sitting in it. Social media questions ask what’s a car from the guys’ past they would like to restore and modernize, can you obtain warranty work at a non-dealer repair shop, and what are the reasons behind the declining ...

Nov 03, 202356 min

TestDrive: Ferrari Mondial T

The Mondial T test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Visit griotsgarage.com for the best car care products you can buy, and be sure to use the 10% discount code from our podcast announcements or website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 01, 202320 minEp. 73

845: The Stale Relationship, Buy A Farm Truck, An ICON 4X4 Brat

Car conclusions return for Topic Tuesday, which include lots of driving homework and much personal discovery! The debate is for Chris L., who wonders what car has the best disposable clutch for learning manual transmission driving? Social media questions ask if the guys drive together just for fun, what’s some advice for someone upside-down on a car loan, and will beautiful analog gauges become a premium feature in future high-end cars? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two...

Oct 31, 202350 min

844: Nissan Snow Blower, Railway Clobber, Vegas Music Video

The Japan Mobility Show concepts are encouraging for sports car enthusiasts! The guys look at a few reveals and discuss possibilities. They debate short-term fun cars for Eric A. on the US west coast, and something more expensive for Brad M. in the UK, who is getting a pay raise. Social media questions ask for opinions on driving gloves, what makes RWD more expensive to manufacture when it’s the less complicated system, and what car + song would the guys choose for a music video? Please rate + r...

Oct 27, 202355 min

TestDrive: Chevy Colorado Trail BOSS

The Trail BOSS test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Colorados or any Chevy truck? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 202323 minEp. 72

843: Let’s Question Porsche, The Death Of The Volt, Make A Better Car Movie

Topic Tuesday introduces a question from listener bittercarguy on IG, who asks how has Porsche ascended to the role of never being questioned or judged? The guys debate replacements for Tim in PA, who is facing a growing family, more sporting events, and a high-mileage hybrid. Social media questions ask about tires for winter driving conditions, and what car-focused movie deserves a modern reboot? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Ca...

Oct 24, 20231 hr 5 min

842: The NEVER List, Elises Are Like Doorknobs, Are You Allowed To Like It?

What is it about the desire to keep old cars alive? They shouldn’t be junked if they’re halfway decent, right? Lachlan in Australia needs to consolidate his garage and sell three cars to buy one – what should it be? Luke R. in Kansas City is a student and realizing he’s putting too much money into his modded car. Social media questions ask if driving simulators are setting the wrong expectations for new/inexperienced drivers, if you had to pick a car as a ‘white elephant’ gift what would it be, ...

Oct 20, 202354 min

TestDrive: Mazda CX-90 (PHEV)

The CX-90 PHEV test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the new CX-90, a smaller Mazda SUV or any Mazda? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we are helping with your search! You can search all the car markets, including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 202323 minEp. 71

841: Carmakers Are Toddlers, Can’t Stop To Type, Cars Vs. Houses

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked why more manufacturers aren’t taking advantage of PHEVs as a solution? They debate the merits of slow cars for Andrew L., who also wants an automatic transmission. Social media questions ask why people are so resistant to having fun with their cars, how are the four non-colors ranked, and how is Todd’s hybrid Cayenne ownership going? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions,...

Oct 17, 20231 hr 1 min

840: I Didn’t Know I Wanted That, Paul Decides, The Elise Snowplow

Apart from the race versions, touring cars, manual transmissions, and special editions of high-performance drivers’ cars, what makes a car or SUV desirable besides being expensive? The guys help Matthew in WA spread an insurance payout between two vehicles, and Tim in MD appear successful but not too successful! Social media questions ask if graphene could be the basis for batteries in future EVs, why are the vehicles in Top Gun Maverick so unrealistic, and why doesn’t Todd put winter tires on t...

Oct 13, 202358 min

TestDrive: Toyota Crown

The Crown test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for a new Crown, or any Toyota? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 202323 minEp. 70

839: The Good Cars Are The Good Cars, Preserve Your Best Memories, Tactile And Wonderful

So many listeners are excited about the cars they bought, the guys decided to share some of their stories once again. They debate family legacy and car emotions for James in FL, who wonders if he’s blinded by memories. Social media questions ask what automotive trends the guys would like to see more of, is there an objective measurement for the quality of a detail job, and do you accept a free car that you loathe? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Writ...

Oct 10, 202357 min

838: The Practical Wrangler, The Itch Is Hungry, Longest Running Rivalry

It’s tough to say you’ll never sell a car. Enthusiasts are always thinking about what’s next, and Jose C. is looking for fulfillment. Then, Staale B. in Norway wants to supercharge his sedan, and wonders what the less-stupid option is. Social media questions ask what’s the #1 priority for a new driver getting their first car, is the Bronco-Wrangler rivalry the offroad version of the Mustang-Camaro rivalry, and what’s the best vehicle for transporting multiple telescopes? Please rate + review us ...

Oct 06, 202356 min

TestDrive: Honda Accord Hybrid

The Accord Hybrid test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Accords, or any Honda? Be sure to use autotempest.com/everyday so they know we sent you, and you can search all the car markets including dealer inventory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 04, 202324 minEp. 69

837: New F1 Team, Beautiful Wasn’t Important, Where Are The Olives?

The Topic Tuesday discussion is about future beautiful cars - will we ever see an elegant design for an affordable sports car? The guys debate a new do-it-all car for Andrew S. in CO, who lives high in the mountains but wants something that is still fun. Social media questions ask for the story of the guys’ first track day, are noise-cancelling headphones illegal to use while driving, and is there some cool history behind various car names? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our...

Oct 03, 202357 min

836: Rennsport Reflections, Weekend At Bill’s, Save ALL The Cars

The guys celebrate 75 years with Porsche at Rennsport Reunion #7, and discuss the launch of their new track variant. They talk about fresh thinking for Bill in Texas, who wants to trade the fun cars out of his garage. Then, Ian M. has never had a car with more than 180HP, so what’s next? Social media questions ask about current Porsche design language, what will hybridization do to small cars, and have screens made everything disposable? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our tw...

Sep 29, 202358 min

TestDrive: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

The Wrangler 392 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 27, 202317 minEp. 68

835: Emphasis On Audio, The Intensity Of Pragmatism, At The Moment Of Inhale

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are questioned about car audio, and why the community doesn’t seem to discuss the importance of in-car sound quality. They debate fun cars for Daniel in NC, who has the ‘I Want It’ feeling. Social media questions ask about finding the ‘edge’ at autocross events, how do you overtake or avoid drivers who won’t let you pass, and is now the time for any OEM to change their styling direction? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Wri...

Sep 26, 202355 min

834: The Place To Be, Get Your Hopes Down, The Horror Car

Is price always the differentiator for the car you want to be in? Forest in PA wants to add a second car for work, but it must be the right balance between fun and professionalism. Then, Jared C. asks for help to save him from his car! Social media questions ask if there have been any cars whose subsequent generations were more attractive, what’s the correct hand position on steering wheels with thick spokes, and what’s the reason for frameless car windows? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and...

Sep 22, 202357 min

TestDrive: Mercedes-Benz C300

The C300 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 20, 202321 minEp. 67

833: NISMO Everything, MazdaSpeeding, Toyota Is Dating

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what’s the next everyman’s enthusiast brand? Ford used to build enthusiast cars at every price level, so who is the next heir apparent? Patrick in CT asks what winter car to buy that his sons will think is cool. Social media questions ask why dealers don’t allow test drives of their ‘hot’ cars, why are door openings smaller than they’ve ever been, and what two car companies should collaborate to bring back a dead car brand? Please rate + review us on iTunes,...

Sep 19, 202351 min
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