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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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896: Powderhounds Who Commute, Baja Style For Sugar Land, Mobility For All

The US should celebrate wagons again, and BMW agrees! Paul is joined by Chance to debate commuters for Tyler in PA. Then, Justin G. in TX needs something burly to navigate the mean streets of Houston. Social media questions ask how much access racetracks give to photographers, are people generally boring and therefore choose white/silver cars, and how should buyers avoid bad infotainment systems in older cars? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us...

May 10, 202453 min

TestDrive: Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

The Tacoma TRD Pro test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the TRD Pro or any Toyota 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

May 08, 202410 minEp. 92

895: The School Of Naming, Car Makers Remaking Themselves, Kids Driving Soon

The Topic Tuesday discussion comes from Adam W., who asks what’s the difference between loyalty and burying your head in the sand? The guys debate sporty choices for Jake M., who has a daily 100-mile commute. Social media questions ask if towing a car means it has to be done by a body-on-frame vehicle, would the guys personally prefer more inexpensive cars or fewer expensive cars, and what age should kids start learning to drive? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTub...

May 07, 202451 minSeason 10Ep. 895

894: The Cockroach Of Cars, The New Country Squire, Are All Old Cars Considered Classics??

The guys debate while finishing up their first Ring/Spa trip to Germany and Belgium! Aaron in GA is envisioning the perfect car; something that includes a fun factor. Then, Michael R. needs a substantial car that competes with big trucks in Texas. Social media questions ask if all old cars are considered classics, will people hang onto their cars due to inflation, and why do people still hold their phone while driving? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels....

May 03, 202444 min

TestDrive: Alfa Romeo Stelvio Competizione

The Stelvio Competizione test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Stelvio or any Alfa? 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

May 01, 202417 minSeason 10Ep. 91

893: This Does Not Blaze, Fight With Your Car, Built Before Its Time

The guys record while they’re in Germany & Belgium with Hooked On Driving for track days! The Topic Tuesday is about car nameplates, asking when is it an appropriate time for OEMs to resurrect a name? They debate anything but the usual suspects for Matt C. in North Carolina. Social media questions ask who is the guys’ favorite automotive media journalist or announcer, what’s a good all arounder for $20K, and why is the i8 dropping in price quicker than the NSX? Please rate + review us on iTu...

Apr 30, 202448 min

892: Spend For The Moment, Choosing A Better Date Car, What’s A GRamry?

While Todd is on vacation, Paul has Chance join the podcast to debate choices for listeners! Milan P. is a mechanical engineering graduate with mechanic skills, and is trying to decide whether to save for the future or spend for the moment. Then, Quinn H. wants to step up to a classy car with power, but almost has too many choices. Social media questions ask what’s the most beautiful race car Chance has ever photographed, is the general public misinformed about EVs, and what would a GRamry build...

Apr 26, 202454 min

TestDrive: Toyota Camry XSE (2025)

The 2025 Camry XSE test drive, in both FWD and AWD configurations. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Camry 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

Apr 24, 202427 minEp. 90

891: The Most Influential Vehicle Of Each Decade, Leading With The Supercharger, The Invention Of The Sideblade

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked to name the most influential vehicle of each decade. It’s a simple question with decidedly complex answers, so they come up with parameters to include as many cars and trucks as they can, and realize they’re still forgetting some! What did they forget? 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 forg...

Apr 23, 20241 hr 2 min

890: New Shoes With A Story, Hungry Squirrels, Doors To Nowhere

The reasons to buy another car are quite endless, and having a rodent gnaw through your wiring harness sounds like a perfect reason to go shopping. Ross in MI has a high-mileage Honda, but the time has come to move on. Jeff in Canada is an EV enthusiast but is reconsidering some ICE sports cars to meet his needs. Social media questions ask about an 80’s-style Track Daily Crush, will the guys’ SUVs get the offroad treatment, and what should you bring on a road trip to Moab? Please rate + review u...

Apr 19, 202448 min

TestDrive: Toyota Land Cruiser (2024)

The new Land Cruiser offroad test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Land Crusier, new or old? 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

Apr 17, 202417 minEp. 89

889: Our Top 11 Cars, Supermodel Included, YouTube Drama

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked for their top 10 personal favorite cars they’ve driven for the show. Naturally, they turn the list into a top 11, and talk about the cars that have influenced them over the years. Social media questions ask about the understood implications of chiseled + masculine vs. elegant + feminine, should all the things be safari-ized, and how do the guys stay grounded and avoid YouTube drama? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels...

Apr 16, 20241 hr 8 min

888: Baywatch With Clothes, Treating A Special Car Like It Isn’t, The Forever Truck

The guys travel to a Toyota press launch in San Diego, where they are treated to a reveal using lifeguards to help introduce the new 4Runner! Brian in NC would prefer to drive his ’04 M3 everywhere, but is reluctant to abuse it. Then, Adam J. wants to ditch the family SUV for a fun convertible. Social media questions ask for the balance between a plasticky interior and high mechanical performance, should you use a capable offroader to commute in, and have the guys ever had mechanical issues with...

Apr 12, 202452 min

887: Best Of: RAM --> Volvo, Dirt And Dogs, Peak Platforming Of Everything

The remaining manufacturers on the guys’ ‘Best Of’ series concludes with the list covering RAM trucks to Volvo. Social media questions ask how long the guys think the GR brand will be around, will there be more HOD events at Mid-Ohio and PA, and if your neighbor owns the worst pairing of cars, is it a cry for help? 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 ever...

Apr 09, 20241 hr 2 min

886: Ioniq Lawn Care, The Ferrari Dog, Slow Donuts In The Intersection

Every enthusiast wants their own collection, right? Most of the debates focus on which car to add to your garage, but Luke in TN wonders which car he should sell! The guys decide on a plan for Luke, and then debate which third car Scott Y. should add. Social media questions ask if the guys have ever felt a waning interest in cars, what’s their perspective on clear taillights, and is it normal to be scared of dealerships? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channel...

Apr 05, 202457 min

TestDrive: GMC Sierra AT4X AEV

The GMC Sierra AT4X test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the AT4X version or any GMC 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

Apr 03, 202421 minEp. 88

885: Best Of: Lucid --> Porsche, Competition Is Still Healthy, 4 Doors But Only 2 Seats

The ‘Best Of’ series continues, covering brands Lucid Motors through Porsche. The guys decide that some brands only build one or two standout cars, but others have a deep portfolio. Social media questions are covered, asking how you convince someone with bad knees to consider a sedan, will high vehicle prices give cheaper autocycles a chance, and is there another Jaguar model to consider besides the F-Type? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us wi...

Apr 02, 20241 hr 1 min

884: Magma Genesis, Dog In A Civic, Subscribe For Steering

Genesis has announced a performance brand called ‘Magma,’ intended to maximize aesthetics and performance for each production vehicle in their existing lineup! In PA, Alex’s dog prefers an automatic transmission, so the guys go hunting for the right car. Then, Josh C. is a gearhead with nothing good to drive, so the guys try to solve. Social media questions ask what’s a ‘software-defined-vehicle,’ why aren’t hydrogen-powered cars a current solution, and despite being wary of commuting in easily ...

Mar 29, 202458 min

883: Best Of: INFINITI --> Lotus, Porsche Kills The Cayman, The Starbucks ‘RaceThrough’

The Series continues, covering brands INFINITI through Lotus, with Karma and Lamborghini thrown in for extra discussion. Due to a new U.N. cybersecurity regulation requiring all new vehicles sold in the EU, Porsche has announced a halt to sales of the Macan, and potentially the Cayman/Boxster! Mclaren is a beloved British brand, but now fully owned by Mumtalakat Holding Company, and the guys discuss upcoming travel for Hooked On Driving. Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our tw...

Mar 26, 20241 hr

882: Audis + Snow, Boxster With Kayaks, Was Toyota Right?

A new brand is coming to America, and BMW is reconciling with its new design language? The guys discuss new models and debate for David C. in South Lake Tahoe, who feels like he’s using a wrench as a hammer. Then, Nick and Crystal in Denver are avid outdoors people, but want something fun. Social media questions ask if there’s a place for a commuter 2-door BEV coupe, why hasn’t GM built a credible Raptor competitor, and was Toyota right all along? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe...

Mar 22, 202453 min

TestDrive: Toyota Tundra TRD Pro

The Tundra TRD Pro test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Tundras, 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

Mar 20, 202421 minEp. 87

881: Best Of: Chrysler --> Hyundai, The Hella-NUKE, Looking For Your Tribe

The guys continue their ‘Best Of’ series, covering another 10 brands that are currently on sale! Social media questions ask if manufacturers should build cars with attainable limits and capability, and will the future MR2 be on a shared platform with Porsche? 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 yo...

Mar 19, 202454 min

880: The GR-SnoRolla, Self-Diagnosing Your Car Disease, Adopting British Style

Fast EV updates from Porsche, who announced the Taycan Turbo GT! The guys celebrate the life of Marcello Gandini, one of the best car designers in the world. In Boston, Varun is feeling the need for fun, but only needs one car. Then, Aidan wonders if it’s okay to like boring cars? Social media questions ask if it’s acceptable to adopt ‘British style’ and use some of the oncoming lane if there’s clear line of sight, will the Lotus 135 be the worlds’ first lightweight EV sports car, and should min...

Mar 15, 202457 min

TestDrive: Hyundai KONA Limited

The new Kona test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for Konas or any Hyundai? 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

Mar 14, 202419 minEp. 86

879: Best Of: Acura --> Chevrolet, A Special Class Of Wallet, Cars Must Entertain Us

The guys are bringing back the popular ‘Best Of’ series by re-evaluating the dominant automotive brands in enthusiasts’ minds and offered in North America. Much has changed in the automotive landscape in a few short years! This episode begins with Acura, and they decide what they think each manufacturer’s best models are and what their reasoning is. 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...

Mar 12, 202458 min

878: New Dodge Charger, Rivan R2 Release, Paul Spends HALF!

Newly announced models from Dodge, now offering the Charger as a two-door liftback in both EV and ICE configurations! Also, Rivian releases the R2 (and teases the R3). The guys debate compact SUVs for Ivor-John in the UK, and help Aaron avoid the looming inevitable ownership. Social media questions ask if all-seasons deserve all the hate they get, is it ok to inspect other people’s tires, and what’s more of a stripped-down driving experience than a Caterham? Please rate + review us on iTunes, an...

Mar 08, 202454 min

TestDrive: Maserati MC20 Cielo

The MC20 Cielo test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for MC20s or any Maserati? 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

Mar 06, 202421 minEp. 85

877: It’s Time To Build The Homer, Prepare To Launch, Drifting Is Not A Crime

How are car model releases determined by their manufacturer? For Topic Tuesday, Matt in CA asks if Nissan made a mistake by releasing the base model Z first instead of the NISMO. Then, Will in Chicago has a Corvette dilemma, and wants a manual transmission. Social media questions ask if brake feel or brake performance is more important for spirited driving, does Toyota’s long-running partnership with Tesla still seem smart, and what’s one driving skill the guys want to improve? Please rate + rev...

Mar 05, 202458 min

876: Roadsters And Rockets, Garage Determines The Car, How Much MAX

Will there ever be another standard of measure for EVs besides straight-line performance? Also, it’s hard to build cars, as Apple found out. Zach has a wife and son who kicks the back of the front seat – what car is fun but has a large backseat area? Then, Tomas in the UK has a growing family and wants a commuter + long-distance champ, but can it still be entertaining? Social media questions ask for dash-cam recommendations for track/autox, will PHEVs ever reach the reliability of HEVs, and how ...

Mar 01, 202447 min

TestDrive: Lexus TX350

The TX350 test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for a Lexus SUV? 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

Feb 28, 202419 minEp. 84
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