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The Big Three by Donut Media

The Big Three is Donut's new podcast that examines the latest car news, racing headlines, and anything noteworthy in the automotive landscape. A perfect weekly update for anyone even slightly interested in cars, The Big Three is an entertaining glimpse into an inclusive yet opinionated world. Join hosts Nolan Sykes, Joe Weber and Max Maddox as they provide their lighthearted perspective on the hottest and weirdest automotive trends.  The only car podcast you’ll ever need, aside from our other podcast, Past Gas. New episodes every Wednesday. For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]   We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

Episodes

We Got Mario Kart GTA Before GTA 6

This week, we're chatting about a Kia theft ring responsible for over 900 engines stolen, a car that can drive upside down and the new Mario Kart World. Plus, a fellow Youtuber getting scammed by AI and a very special interview with IndyCar legend Alex Rossi. Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 16, 202552 min

Why David Freiburger Hates Cars With Names

Join us this week for a very special episode of The Big Three where we sit down for an extended interview with the one and only David Freiburger (https://youtube.com/@TheDavidFreiburger). From his early days at Hot Rod magazine, to the extremely influential Roadkill series on MotorTrend to announcing NHRA events - he's seen it all. Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! Thanks to ...

Apr 09, 20251 hr 5 min

Is Nissan About To Fail?

This week, we’re chatting with special guests Steph and Angelina about the return of the HEMI, Trump's tariffs and why Virginia is cracking down on speeders. Plus, an in-depth discussion on Nissan’s downfall. Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 02, 20251 hr 8 min

The Last Supra is The Best Ever

This week, we chat about a radioactive Ferrari, an R35 Wagon conversion and why we think the import market is going from boom to bust. Plus, Cummins is making a gas engine and a special send off for the Supra. Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! Tofu Auto Works Nissan GTR Wagon build: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOKO6G8QydU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

Mar 26, 202550 min

Jay Leno Fights Ridiculous California Smog Law

Thanks to Brunt for sponsoring this episode! Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code BIGTHREE at http://bruntworkwear.com/BIGTHREE #BRUNTpod This week, the guys chat about a lurid Turo car theft ring, a possible return of the Hemi and how you can get a Corvette for cheap cheap cheap. Plus, why Jay Leno is fighting an outdated law and a collection of rare Fords. Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our onlin...

Mar 19, 202548 min

Burnt Ultra Rare Classic Sells for $200,000

Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here https://bit.ly/4ar1Ym2 to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. This week, the guys chat about Britany Force's new Top Fuel Dragster speed record, a Mustang GT Cop Cruiser and Cadillac's entry into Formula Un. Plus, a $200,000 burnt out Hispano-Suiza, the death of the GTR and some tariff talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 202552 min

Who is Buying This Top Gun Corvette?

This week the guys chat about a fighter jet-inspired C8 Corvette, a V8 Aston Martin in the shape of a Scion iQ and two words that will ruin a good time: Mansory Cybertruck. Plus, a nationwide Right-To-Repair bill that might actually pass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 05, 202549 min

Massachusetts Sides With Right-to-Repair - The Big Three #50

This week, on our 50th episode(!), we chat about a Lamborghini that hunts down Cybertrucks to troll them, why motorcycles are about to be banned from the Nürburgring, and a big win for home mechanics in Massachusetts. Plus, someone finally bought Willow Springs Raceway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 26, 202552 min

What It Takes To Be A Top Fuel Dragster Champion - The Big Three #49

This week, we sit down for a very special interview with four time NHRA Top Fuel Dragster Champion Antron Brown. From his humble beginnings drag racing motorcycles in New Jersey to qualifying as an Olympic sprinter to racing Funny Cars - he's seen it all and lived to tell his story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 202551 min

Daniel Mac Tells Us What He Does For A Living - The Big Three #48

Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here https://bit.ly/4jouad5 to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. This week, we chat about the Honda/Nissan merger falling through, the F-150 being unseated as best selling car in the US and a bogus new law that governs the speed on cars driven by repeat offenders. Plus, a very special interview with Tik Tokker Daniel Mac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 12, 20251 hr 1 min

Youtuber Builds Car Powered By 50 Drills - The Big Three #47

This week, we chat about Ford’s proposed off-road supercar and their racing plans, a hot new BMW wagon and a car powered by power tools. Plus, are carmakers going to go through with their promise to make affordable cars again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 05, 202550 minEp. 47

Honda Speculates on Type R Electric Vehicle - The Big Three #46

This week, we chat about an innovative turbocharger Cummins is developing for hydrogen engines, a confirmed return of the Dodge Dakota and if Honda will ever build an electric Type R model. Plus, multiple massive crashes at the 24 Hours of Daytona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 29, 202545 min

Bad Week To Be A Ferrari F40 - The Big Three #45

This week, we chat about an EV startup going under, a classic nameplate turning into an EV and two different Ferrari F40 crashes. Plus, RAM trucks are going downhill and a sim setup that's in a real car. Donut Wildfire Relief Benefit T-Shirt: https://donut.media/collections/shop-all/products/wildfire-benefit-tee All of Donut's profit generated from the purchase of this t-shirt will be donated equally to Direct Relief Organization (https://www.directrelief.org/) and Best Friends Los Angeles organ...

Jan 23, 202553 min

The Toyota City is Creepy - The Big Three #44

Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here https://bit.ly/3WcgqIz to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. This week we chat about Toyota's new company city, a Lamborghini on ice and a Subaru WRX STI that's not so great. Plus, how we can all help the victims of the horrendous fires happening in LA. Greater Los Angeles Wildfires Emergency Resources: Staying Safe Watch Duty app: https://www.watchduty.org LA County Emergency Updates: http://lacoun...

Jan 15, 202548 minEp. 44

Our Favorite Legal Imports of 2025 - The Big Three #43

Join us this week as we chat about the Honda/Nissan merger and what could come of it, all the new 25 year import cars available to the US this year and a new CVT transmission that might actually be cool. Plus, a Lamborghini Miura body kit that will have the purists punching air. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on IG @maxmaddox Follow Donut @don...

Jan 08, 202558 minEp. 42

Our Favorite Interviews of the Year - The Big Three #42

Join us as we take a look at all of our favorite moments from last year. James May and his tiny backpack, Jay Leno on Ferrari, Carl Tart on used cars, Bucky Lasek skating with DMX and so much more! More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on IG @maxmaddox Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subscribe to our YouTube and Facebook channels! Don’t forget to subsc...

Jan 01, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 42

The BMW M3 is Going EV - The Big Three #41

Shoutout to our sponsors: Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here https://bit.ly/3YKdaGj to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code BIGTHREE at checkout to save! Also thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this podcast! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. This week, the guys chat about Aston Martin and Mercedes AMG's newest halo cars, the new E...

Dec 18, 20241 hr 1 min

$400,000,000 Car Collection For Sale - The Big Three #40

Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code BIGTHREE at checkout to save! Thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this podcast! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. This week, The Drive's Kyle Cheromcha (https://www.thedrive.com) joins the guys to chat about an EV Miata swap kit, a G-Wagen tribute to Lewis Hamilton and Hyundai's Magma division entering racing. Plus, Bernie Ecclestone's entire $400 million car collection is up for sale. More ...

Dec 11, 20241 hr 4 min

Sultan's Rotting Car Collection Leaked - The Big Three #39

Big thanks to Aura Frames for sponsoring this podcast. Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code BIGTHREE at checkout to save! Also thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this episode! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at www.yamahamotorsports.com today. And thanks to Huel for sponsoring this podcast. Big Three listeners get 15% off with the code: BIGTHREE15 at HUEL.com. This week the guys chat about Toyota's plans to revive the Celica, the disappointing reveal of the new Jaguar...

Dec 04, 202446 minEp. 39

The Truth Behind Jaguar's Rebrand - The Big Three #38

Thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this podcast! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. Get 15% off with the code: BIGTHREE15 at https://HUEL.com This week, the guys chat about Jaguar's new minimalist branding and choice to go 100% in on EVs, and Lotus' decision to STOP making EV's. Plus a radial engine made from Chevy parts and some updates from the LA Auto Show. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts...

Nov 27, 202449 minEp. 38

Diesel Tuners Fined Millions... Again - The Big Three #37

Thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this podcast! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. This week, the guys chat about the handsome new Honda Passport, a big deal lawsuit targeted at Toyota and Subaru, and a Bugatti convertible that broke a speed record. Plus, another emissions-tricking diesel company is getting taken down by the feds. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitt...

Nov 20, 202436 minEp. 37

Why Ford is Suing This Youtuber - The Big Three #36

Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. Also thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this podcast! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. And thanks to Aura Frames for sponsoring this episode! Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Use code BIGTHREE at checkout to save! This week, the guys chat about all the craziness that went down at SEMA, a Dodge Vip...

Nov 14, 202448 minEp. 36

Kia Just Made The Ugliest Truck of all Time - The Big Three #35

Thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this episode! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/ today. Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel-- get 15% off with the code BIGTHREE15 at https://HUEL.com This week, the guys chat about the new baby TRX: the RAM RHO, a real life Batmobile that will set you back $3 million and a chaotic but fun Formula 1 race. Plus, an ode to an iconic SoCal speedway that's shutting its doors. More about Show: Find all of Donut'...

Nov 06, 202452 minEp. 35

This Legendary American Truck is Back - The Big Three #34

Thanks to Yamaha for sponsoring this episode! Check out the all-new WOLVERINE RMAX4 1000 at https://www.yamahamotorsports.com today. Unlock a healthier, easier way to eat with Huel: 15% off with the code: BIGTHREE15 at https://HUEL.com. This week Nolan, Max, and Steph talk about an insane junkyard auction, Frankie Muniz racing in NASCAR, and a viral dashcam video. Plus, the returns of the Scout brand and VW bus, and how manual transmissions aren’t dead yet. More about Show: Find all of Donut's l...

Oct 30, 202444 minEp. 34

BMW is About To Get Ugly - The Big Three #33

This week, we chat about BMW's Neue Klasse design language which makes everything look like an EV, Ferrari's brand new F1 inspired F80 and a manual transmission Honda is developing for EVs. Plus, an exclusive interview with three time IMSA champion, Felipe Nasr. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on IG @maxmaddox Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subs...

Oct 23, 202455 minEp. 33

Tony Stewart Reacts To NASCAR Drifting - The Big Three #32

This week, the guys chat with NASCAR legend Tony Stewart about his foray into NHRA drag racing. Plus, the new C8 ZR1 hits 233 mph and Shelby debuts a new 900 horsepower F150. Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on ...

Oct 17, 20241 hr 6 min

Fast & Furious Stunt Coordinator Andy Gill - The Big Three #31

This week, Nolan's back and we chat about Michael Jordan suing NASCAR, McLaren's new W1 and an AE86 chassis you can buy on Alibaba. Plus, a very special guest, one of the most prolific stunt drivers and coordinators in Hollywood, Andy Gill. More about Show: Find all of Donut's links in one place: https://linktr.ee/donutpodcasts Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on IG @maxmaddox Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subscribe to our YouTube a...

Oct 09, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 31

Toyota Announces BETTER 2JZ - The Big Three #30

This week, the guys chat about a new turbocharged Toyota 4-cylinder meant to dethrone the 2JZ, a revolutionary Porsche engine that adds two more phases and Apocalypse-trucks that rich people take to the mall. Plus, how Nissan and GM are tackling left lane campers. More about Show: Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Max on IG @maxmaddox Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subscribe to our YouTube and Facebook channels! Don’t forget to subscribe ...

Oct 02, 202450 minEp. 30

How Larry Chen Went From Photographer to Drifter - The Big Three #29

This week, the guys chat with legendary car photographer Larry Chen. How did he go from shooting car meets to Formula Drift, to drifting cars himself? And why does he use a Corolla as a camera car? Join us as we hear his amazing story. Thanks to our sponsors: GET 15% OFF AT HTTPS://HUEL.COM WHEN YOU USE CODE "BIGTHREE"! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code BIGTHREE and get $50 instantly when you play $5! More about Show: Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes. Follow Joe on IG and...

Sep 25, 202453 minEp. 29

Bad Day To Sell A Rare Car - The Big Three #28

This week, the guys chat about three new cars coming out including a 1200 horsepower Corvette, brand new Mitsubishi Pajero and a replacement for the ancient USPS mail truck. Plus, Massachusetts gets tough on JDM imports yet again, a huge Bring A Trailer loss and a 50 year old mystery solved. Head to https://FACTORMEALS.com/bigthree50 and use code bigthree50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month! Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here to check Allstate ...

Sep 18, 202445 minEp. 28