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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

917: The 2024 Utah Adventure, Not Just Seeing It From An Airplane, What Others Say About Your Car

The guys host their first U.S. adventure in 2024 in their home state of Utah, and ask drivers to share their impressions. What were their favorite roads, and what did they learn? 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/a...

Jul 26, 202435 min

916: The Definitive Car, Block The Intakes, Cruise Control Science

Topic Tuesday brings more car conclusions from the audience – some unexpected choices and budgets get blown! Ha! The guys debate cars for trips to the Jersey Shore for Dave B. in PA – something comfortable, fast and good at the GT-car thing. Social media questions ask about a TDC for hobbies – skiing, mountain biking, driving; and what’s up with cruise control – why do different manufacturers have different top speed settings? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube c...

Jul 23, 202445 min

915: Are We Over-Screened, Undeniable MOPAR Love, Silver Medal Contenders

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade may just have taken the prize for largest screen in a vehicle. Do we all need this much screen? The guys discuss post-financial mistake fun cars for Travis T. in NY, who has good credit again and ready for something cool. Then, the party is over for Jacob in GA, who has used up his Fiesta and ready for what’s next. Social media questions ask if there’s a handling feedback ‘bell curve’ of speed, are smaller cars actually becoming more popular, and what second-best car i...

Jul 19, 202451 min

TestDrive: Toyota bz4X

The bz4X test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the bz4X or any EV? 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

Jul 17, 202427 minEp. 100

914: Driving A Drink, The Montana Miata, Just Wait Until The Next Horse Shows Up

Red Bull introduces one of the craziest track cars yet. Somebody should buy one and bring it to a Hooked On Driving event! The guys discuss how to amass the cars you love, a Topic Tuesday question from Simon in MT. They debate fun choices for Matt in Portland, OR, whose lifestyle doesn’t include horses anymore. Social media questions ask if the Millennium Falcon was a car what would it be, what choices do you have when your kid will be driving soon, and what happens when you don’t love your car,...

Jul 16, 202451 min

913: Track Ready Offerings, Apply Your Critical Eye, The Car Shuffle

It’s intriguing to note an increasing number of manufacturers introducing track-ready features on their cars! NASCAR reveals an EV prototype, Polestar reveals a track-focused 6, and an Evija X crashes at Goodwood. The guys discuss debates for Nate M, who just has the ‘wants,’ and David B., who feels stuck trying to buy a fun car. Social media questions ask how to deal with the car shuffle, will the new Prelude be interesting, and how soon is too soon to look for a new car? Please rate + review u...

Jul 12, 202446 min

912: The Plural Of Lotus, Ready To Spend Money, Get The Crazy Seats

Has Lotus cracked the lightweight EV sportscar recipe? No official production plans as of this episode, but the guys are intrigued. For Topic Tuesday, they discuss car conclusions from listeners, and take on social media questions: has Bugatti started ‘steering wheel’ wars, will car makers install analog gauges in EVs to add personality, and if you bought a lemon, would you ever buy from that manufacturer again? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write ...

Jul 09, 202455 min

July 4, 2024 Holiday Break

The guys take a break for the Independence Day holiday in the U.S.! They're back the following week. Thanks for listening! Write to us for Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 05, 20241 min

TestDrive: Lexus GX550 Luxury Plus

The GX550 (Luxury) test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the GX550 or any Lexus? 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

Jul 03, 202421 minEp. 99

911: The 911 Is A Camry, Sliders For Everybody Else, A Single Lexus Sentence

For a special Topic Tuesday and Episode 911, the guys discuss 60 years of the Porsche 911! They discuss how the model has evolved, what it means to enthusiasts, why does it evoke such passion, and is there another car that embodies the term “sports car” better than a 911? Social media questions ask which 911 variant the guys would each choose, what are the most overrated + underrated aspects of the 911, and why does Todd prefer the Lexus LC500 over the LC500h? Please rate + review us on iTunes, ...

Jul 02, 20241 hr 3 min

910: Going Back To Analog, Approaching The Carousel, Drive The Other Lotus

New car launches include the 2025 BMW M5 and Aston Martin Valiant! The guys discuss them along with Rivian’s new large investment from VW. Joe K. feels like he’s back to square one in his car search, so the guys take on his debate. Then, Jack S. in Texas needs to remember what a fun car is like to drive. Social media questions ask if the EV industry is already dying, does corporate styling help or limit a vehicle’s aesthetics, and how do the guys approach the Carousel at the Nürburgring? Please ...

Jun 28, 202450 min

TestDrive: Toyota Crown Signia

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

Jun 26, 202417 minEp. 98

909: One-Trim-Level Cars, The Harley Doors, There’s No Benefit To Street Racing

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked why we enthusiasts must insist on the hottest version of a car? Needs vs. wants are at the heart of the matter for car people. Then, Adam in PA wants all those things for his next car – what’s a good balance? Social media questions ask how you should respond to racing challenges on the freeway, is it ever okay to cross the double-yellow if you know there’s not oncoming traffic, and should Mclaren buy Lotus to provide great drivers’ cars at all price points? ...

Jun 25, 202456 min

908: Bring Your Billions, Pay More To Sit Better, Kids Love Burnouts

New car reveals include the 2025 BMW X3 and Bugatti Tourbillon! The guys discuss details about both. They debate ‘tall guy’ weekend fun cars for Kyle in TX, and sedans for Nathan in MO, who’s never owned a fast car. Social media questions ask how you remove sentimental attachment to your car, what’s the average speed for HOD events, and how can policymakers and regulators better promote high-quality driver education? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. W...

Jun 21, 202455 min

907: Sharing The Fun, Remembering Life Before Kids, What’s Your Pain Tolerance?

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked for Drive Homework to pass the final exam. What’s the minimum possible knowledge needed for all the possible driving experiences available from cars? They debate do-it-all cars for Christian in ID, who already owns an SUV. Social media questions ask if you should avoid your ideal car because of rumored inevitable failure, have the guys driven an Alpine A110 yet, and has Toyota always been ahead of its time? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to...

Jun 19, 202459 min

906: Where The Streets Have No Name, Crowdsource Your Shopping, Sign Up For Burnout School

A free car isn’t always what it seems, but for Evan M, the choices are quite compelling! The guys help him try to decide which one fits his lifestyle the best. Then, Eli M. has ‘caviar taste on a canned tuna budget,’ and needs help deciding what’s next. Social media questions ask if a 16-yr-old is ready for solo drives in a Camaro, will the new Toyota MR2 ever come to fruition, and what car make/model would the guys choose to be resurrected but remain true to its roots? Please rate + review us o...

Jun 14, 202454 min

TestDrive: Porsche Cayenne Update (2017)

Todd’s 2017 Cayenne S eHybrid Platinum Edition test drive and update. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Cayenne or any Porsche? 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

Jun 12, 202416 minEp. 97

905: Oops I Bought A Car, What Exactly Am I Missing, Can You Mod A Driveway?

Listeners send in their car conclusions from all over the world, including Stam in Athens, Greece, Rodrigo J. in The Netherlands, and Matt A. in Brisbane, AUS! The guys debate new choices for Bobby in KS, who feels like he’s being kept from other cars. Social media questions ask if the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid will be fun, at what point are snow tires not enough, and can you mod a driveway? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debate...

Jun 11, 202455 min

904: The Right Amount Of Pickup, Driving In Half Measures, Celebrity Chefs Who Don’t Cook

The guys always discuss needs vs. wants, and buying more car than you actually need. The same goes for pickups regarding their usefulness! They debate two cars for Matthew & Korey in CA, who are dreaming about expanding their collection. Then, Thomas in AUS has the perfect car, and he doesn’t know how to replace it. Social media questions ask when it’s better to buy a highly optioned normal car, is the time of ‘halo’ cars behind us, and what automotive myths continue to be perpetuated? Pleas...

Jun 07, 202455 min

TestDrive: Toyota RAV4 TRD Offroad

The RAV4 TRD 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 RAV4 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

Jun 05, 202416 minEp. 96

903: Woody Cybertruck, No More Luggage Fees, How Drag Makes You Faster

Why do certain older cars still look good, but others age poorly? The guys discuss a list of examples for Topic Tuesday. Then, they debate big luxury sedans with massage seats for Scott in Winnipeg. Social media questions ask when the reputation of a vehicle overcomes its exterior looks, how do you stand driving without cruise control, and what’s a valuable topic about which to write a research paper while in high school? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channe...

Jun 04, 202455 min

902: Peak 911 Has Passed?, What Do Pilots Want, Ignore The Light And Drive

Will technological progress create better drivers’ cars in the future, or will it be a hindrance to driving fun? Porsche has introduced a hybrid 911 GTS for 2025, so the guys debate if humanity has reached ‘peak 911.’ They debate sedans with good steering feel for Daniel S. in D.C. Then, Matthew C. in Boston wonders if he should ignore the light and keep driving? Social media questions ask if Lexus interiors feel as luxurious as they claim, what are some of the best autobahn executive sedans tha...

May 31, 202451 min

TestDrive: Tesla Cyberbeast

The Cyberbeast test drive! Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Cybertruck or any Tesla? 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 29, 202427 minEp. 95

901: Guest: Racing Driver David Pittard, Good Cars Aren’t Exceptional Cars, Playing The Home Game

For Topic Tuesday, the guys chat with David Pittard, pro racing driver for Walkenhorst Motorsport / Aston Martin. David won the 2023 24h Nürburgring alongside his teammates on the Frikadelli Racing Team, and now drives the #34 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO for Walkenhorst. He will again be racing in the ADAC 24h Nürburgring on June 1 & 2, 2024! Social media questions ask what was the most normal thing about the Cybertruck, how many debates do the guys receive in a week and how large is the em...

May 28, 20241 hr 6 min

900: The Corn-Maze Car, The Sweet Spot Of 250 – 600HP, CrowdFund That Car We All Want

The guys celebrate 900 podcast episodes and host a livestream with the audience! Listener questions ask why Toyota trucks are so expensive, is there a perfect blend of hot-hatch + GT car, are the BMW Beaver Teeff growing on enthusiasts more, is factory-installed PPF good, will we see more and more EV performance/track cars, are wide-seat mods available to drivers, and will people put fake vents on EVs? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with yo...

May 24, 20241 hr 6 min

TestDrive: BMW M3 Touring (ACS3 Sport)

The M3 Touring (AC Schnitzer ACS3 Sport) test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Sadly, the 3-series Touring is forbidden fruit - it isn’t available in North America. But there’s many great BMWs and M3s to be found! 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/ad...

May 22, 202422 minEp. 94

899: The Bored Game (Board Game?), The Escape Car, Pushing Enthusiasts Away

For Topic Tuesday, the guys try to figure out what four new vehicles will check off 15 different requirements! They debate comfy cars for Mike H., a young driver with the comfort preferences of an 80-year-old. Social media questions ask what’s it like to own your dream car, how many annual events justify a track alignment, and what’s the coolest or rarest car the guys have ever spotted at a Cars + Coffee? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with...

May 21, 202454 min

898: Introducing The New Car, Good-Fast-Cheap Sliders, The Hobby You Don’t Have

Todd discusses his new car and time spent on the configurator. The guys take on three mini-debates for young enthusiasts – new listeners and car lovers who imagine solutions for themselves and their families! Social media questions ask how design mods can potentially ruin your car, can Mazda designs be placed on the same level as Ferrari, and how much should ‘brand loyalty’ factor into your purchase? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your...

May 17, 202449 min

TestDrive: Polestar 2 Performance Plus

The Polestar 2 Dual Motor test drive. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Shopping for the Polestar 2 or any Volvo? 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 15, 202420 minEp. 93

897: The Car Personality Test, Paul’s 7 Points To Buying, Peak Horsepower Vs Handling

The guys create a ‘driving personality’ test for Topic Tuesday, based on a challenge from Sam M. in WI. They debate boring-ish cars for enthusiast John C. in Maryland, who wants an obscure and unique car. Social media questions ask if we’re at the pinnacle for horsepower vs. handling, is Stockholm Syndrome possible with cars, and how do you remove windshield haze? Please rate + review us on iTunes, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and To...

May 14, 202447 min
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