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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the 2026 Acura Integra Type S; a new contestant to our towing vehicle list; can you "fix" a 20 year-old Subaru; why your project car needs an e-brake; and Patreon questions include: How to get CARB organization into car culture Did we ever steal our parents' cars? Favorite crazy modded cars we've driven RWD sedans with a Miatas ethos Has this CPO Lexus LC500 had too many tires? If we could only have one rental car ever... Does Ford suck at colors? Why do small ...
Matt Farah modified his watch; the EPA will stop paying attention to cars (and a whole lot more); driving a special Inokinetic Lotus Exige at Willow; and....Patreon Questions include: HELP! My terrible-driving friend wants to go racing A programmer's opinion on the AI discussion Base 981 Cayman: Good intro track car? Is the GR86 a "mini 911"? Ferrari 812 GTS vs 12Cillindri Should EVs flash brake lights when using regen? Would Acura ever make an AWD Integra Type R? Cars you could identify by smel...
Strap in. Jonny Lieberman brings whiskey and opinions. We talk about that new, controversial Ferrari interior; the secret design history of the Lamborghini Diablo; Matt Farah's Countach progress; and then get into a heated discussion about Jonny's new app that's designed to help you bid on cars smarter by using....AI. It's loud and friendly. Let's go. Recorded February 11, 2026 SHOW NOTES Factor Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Fre...
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss whether tires "fixed" what they didn't like about the new Porsche GT3 RS; there's an update to a legal scuffle between Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca and the owner of an amazing R34 GT-R; we get some ideas for tow vehicles; why Porsche won't build a "cheap" 911; and Patreon questions include: Weekend track car idea: NC Miata or BMW 135i? Why are early 2000s Mini Cooper S underappreciated? Can you have wide front tires AND good steering feel? How to avoid bein...
Patreon questions include: Will our next car be a depreciated classic or a lease? Thoughts on the Capricorn Zagato WHY do cars have screens if no one likes them? What's really behind auction prices? Sports cars for someone TALL Is a 997 911 S worth it over a 987 Cayman S? When we stole our parents' cars What car would we bring back to 1902? Should license plate covers be illegal? Why doesn't the Countach have rims? The next car we will buy Thoughts on the Volvo plug-in hybrids How is Nissan goin...
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman went off-roading in the new 2026 INEOS Grenadier Station Wagon Trialmaster and it almost went very wrong; a full review of the INEOS and its competitors; Tesla is ending production of the Model S and X, so we talk about why and what it means for the future; Washington D.C. is going to have an INDY street race apparently; and we answer 50 questions from our Patreon members, including: Would we rather be mid-tier racing drivers or have our current jobs? Which supercar s...
Matt Farah describes his first BAD ride in a Waymo; he and Zack Klapman talk about the oddities for sale at Barrett-Jackson auctions; the truth about the "kill switch" law Congress passed; the Mercedes project begins; and Patreon questions include: Why has the Porsche 911 maintained a consistent look while others can't? Favorite tuner for engines with 4,6,8,10, and 12 cylinders? Do automakers still take risks? Has Porsche reliability gone down? Best and worst swag from a press launch? Why we thi...
Matt Farah has conclusions on the Corvette E-Ray; another amazing racetrack is for sale; Bugatti has reimagined...itself; how to choose the right tire; and we answer Patreon questions including: Was the Geo brand a player? What makes an engine sound "raw"? How can Chevy improve the ZR1? Perfect car for twisty road living <$100k Is any car "douche-proof"? What's the deal with empty rooftop boxes? Best car to eat in How to find yourself a Lemons team to drive with And more! Recorded January 27,...
Matt Farah drove a 2026 Corvette E-Ray into the desert and lived to compare it to the Z06; Zack Klapman weighs in on what they should do with a free racing trailer; a new insurance that's ONLY for Teslas that use Full Self Driving; and Patreon questions include: How long until your car is warm? Is the VR6 engine actually cool? Cars we loved as kids but now think to be lame Why don't I love Boxsters ? Why do some people want to f*** cars? What's more expensive to own: an old BMW or old Porsche? D...
Matt Farah reviews the new 717HP Aston Martin DBX; he and Zack Klapman talk about their time in a modified Ferrari 458 and how it might reinvigorate interest in the aging legend; an auction of prancing horses makes no sense; an old Cadillac listing has some VERY strange pictures; and we answer Patreon questions including: Is the 2014-2018 Audi RS7 a good replacement for my Golf R? Is the GTS model of a Porsche EV worth it? Crazier: $1.8M for a Ferrari 360CS or $18M for an Enzo? How would we want...
The Corvette ZR1X set a record and punches above its weight class; Matt Farah talks us through the newly-published 2026 Performance Car of the Year verdict; Zack Klapman found a very special Ferrari that defies logic; how are Fiskers driving around; the weirdest KIA we've ever seen; and Patreon questions include: Allied cars vs Axis cars Oddest special versions of normal cars 718 GTS or 1st gen Boxster Spider? Business advice we'd give our younger selves Should I finance a project car? BMW X5 40...
Arizona might get rid of speed limits; Matt Farah raced an old car in Miami and drove one of the greatest cars ever; wide-body vs narrow; Zack Klapman tells you how NOT to drive on ice; the Lotus from heaven (or hell?); where to get an amazing dog, plus Patreon questions include: F/M/K Super wagon edition Mid-engine manual decision: Testarossa or R8 V10? Does YouTubing a car reduce its value? F/M/K Gazoo Racing Edition Am I using my watch wrong? Would our 2-car dream garage include an EV? Milita...
This episode features Matt Farah and Zack Klapman reviewing the potent RTR Spec-5 Mustang, comparing it to other high-performance vehicles, and sharing insights from a Waymo self-driving car ride in the rain, highlighting its cautious driving but flawed drop-off points. They delve into the financial implications of changing EPA standards on car prices and fuel economy. The hosts also tackle a wide array of Patreon questions, covering topics such as dream chefs, suitable Ferraris for safari builds, the reasons behind the GM Volt's failure, and unique automotive climate control solutions.
We comment LIVE during the final minutes of Matt Farah's Acura NSX auction; Mercedes is going to make a miniature G-Wagen; an old friend stuffed a Ferrari 812 drivetrain into a Ferrari 400 and the results are both impressive and interesting; plus we answer questions about used EV deals; one car for it all; football watches; and more! Recorded December 29, 2025 SHOW NOTES Fitbod Join Fitbod today to get your personalized workout plan. Get 25% off your subscription or try the app FREE for seven da...
We reveal our 2026 giveaway car! ; hilarious Farah family planning; Waymo power way-mo problems; Porsche's funny resto program; and more! Patreon questions include: What happened with the F40 tribute? Best stories from our time renting supercars Give What's up with that Devel Sixteen? Do slowing EV sales represent the end of an era? Our AeroPress coffee recipe CA vs Tesla situation The tragic Ferrari crash on Angeles Forest When "Declared Value Insurance" works, and when it doesn't The uncomfort...
Matt Farah reviews the new 2025 Porsche Taycan GTS and compares to his older Taycan; Zack Klapman has his first religious experience in a fast, angry air-cooled 911; the NSX is up for sale; and we find something very, very odd on a wheel. Patreon questions include: The dumbest "performance" version of plain cars? What would we daily drive if it NEVER broke? Ineos Grenadier Game Viewer edition? Racing school vs 1-on-1 coaching Could Porsche ever build a NEW air-cooled car? M3 plans? Need a luxuri...
Brian Scotto was the Chief Creative Officer of HOONIGAN and the Director of the Gymkhana series, amassing over 1 billion views. What's in his future? What would he have done differently? On this episode we cover a LOT, including but definitely not limited to: Directing 2025's Gymkhana: Australia; the stunt he stopped; filming with race car drivers; What he would change if he had a time machine; directing the action scenes for the upcoming film "Drifter"; what he misses about magazine life; why h...
Matt Farah reviews the new Ferrari 12Cilindri; Zack Klapman reports back from driving on the newly-improved Streets of Willow track; the Acura NSX is going up for sale, and Patreon questions include: Will Cadillac CT5-V Blackwings hold value? Thoughts on future Porsche EV "shifting"? What makes a "super car"? We make a car named after a planet? MFK: 2013 edition Car choice based on gas station purchases Shinola watches? Best 2-seat weekend car for the Midwest? Worst sales experience ever? What c...
Matt got burned by a parts website and has the receipts; Zack spent a week driving the Volvo V90 Cross Country; a plane landed ON a car; and Patreon Questions include: FMK: Mclaren F1 GTR, Porsche GT1, Mercedes CLK GTR Most over-rated enthusiast car Best wagon for Lemons racing? How fast will a Cadillac Celestiq depreciate? FMK from 2006: Audi S8, Mercedes S65 AMG, BMW 760Li Is cold starting to move my car bad for it? Is China's regulating of 0-60 times a good idea? '60s FMK: Porsche 356, C2 Cor...
Matt spent the weekend endurance racing with Jonny Lieberman, racing legend Tommy Kendall, and Super Trofeo ace, Mateo Siderman. The result was a surprise to all of them. A story not to be missed. Plus Patreon questions include: Should we regulate the speed of EVs? How did Matt's laps compare to his time in the 750S? When is the next race? Are used R1S a good idea? Should I get a CHEAP Cayenne for a daily? How special does a special edition need be? Why don't we consider "cash on the hood" incen...
Matt Farah hates racing simulators; a review of the new Rivian R1S Quad motor; Zack Klapman rides in a Waymo for the first time (and has questions); Jaguar fires a very important person; and we answer Patreon questions including: Is the 986 Boxster the best value for money? Which options had an outsized effect on a car's value (for better or worse)? Driving experiences worth MORE than they cost? Best practices to sell a vehicle that has high miles We disappoint a Ferrari 612 owner Did we watch M...
Doug Demuro joins to eat candy and talk about MANY things including: his Countach drive; that Whistlin' Diesel problem (and the Montana plate situation); why some people DON'T drive their cool cars' Ferrari 599 prices; the bad car he almost bought (ok, several bad cars); used car price trends; what's rising in value (and what isn't); his new Porsche 993 911; driving GM concept cars; the Cadillac Celestiq; and so much more! Doug Demuro joins to talk about MANY things including: Plus we answer Pat...
Matt Farah hits a milestone in his Porsche Boxster Spyder; Zack Klapman hosts the first-ever Racer Creator awards (and we win one!); Waymos embrace danger in the interest of safety; and we answer Patreon questions including: Cars that impressed us in high school Consolidate or have a car for every occasion? MFK: Attending Dakar, 24H of Le Mans, and Pikes Peak Hill Climb Car stereotypes What restomod companies get wrong Should Chevy make a C8 Z06 E-Ray? Favorite M3 generation? How to winterize yo...
It's Paul Schmucker and Todd Deeken of Everyday Driver! They tell us about life with their long-term C8 Corvette; Lotus ownership; owning 2 Caymans (and how that IS and is NOT redundant); truck changes; tire recommendations; shorter gears vs bigger engines; and answer Patreon questions including: Does leading a driving adventure ruin the trip? Accidental horns in Lotus cars Cleaning tips to limit corrosion 981 Boxster S vs E92 M3 as a driver's car How cheap will Polestar 1's get? When will OEMs ...
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss cars that ride better in odd suspension settings; EVs are fun in the rain; how screens will effect a car's collectibility; bearing technology and the fear that comes with it; and answer Patreon questions including: MFK/LBF: Toyota Land Cruiser vs Lexus GX550 vs Defender 110 Best value/dollar for a RWD V12? (Shockingly cheap) Rarest cars we've driven? How will the Maybachs age? The watches Matt tried and didn't like Pontiac G8GXP: the American E39 M5? Choose my...
During an interview with a car collector, Matt Farah asked them "Why don't you off-road your seven-figure rally car?" It led us to an interesting discussion. Plus, the NSX is going up for sale, and Zack Klapman talks about his week driving a 1974 Porsche turbo converted into a slant-nose . Patreon questions include: Do we like performance SUVs? Why did the Eclipse fail? Is the NSX lore justified? Are convertibles lighter than hardtops? How to sell your lightly-modified car Crazy trade: 991 Turbo...
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman are on a top-secret mission to Zion National Park. Along the way we talk about our time with the new 810HP RTR Mustang Spec 3 (and how it compares to a Shelby); Koenigsegg's new INSANE record at Laguna Seca; And we answer Patreon questions including: Best car gifts for $10,100,1000, and $10000 dollars Is the ZR1 and Chevy 918? Weird names for car parts The silliest argument we have with our wives Why we won't review a Karma Revero Do all cars in magazine tests wear th...
We're back in the studio! Matt Farah drove 1000 miles in a hypercar prototype that might be his favorite; Zack Klapman tested the new Hyundai Ioniq 6 N on the road and track (and has quite a story about it); plus we answer Patreon questions including: Why is my Porsche trying to kill me? Which car company would benefit the most from an election? Is this watch too good to be true? Sports cars for tall people Which cars do we want despite them being bad at some things? Are lifted sports cars more ...
South Korean cars and culture; will hydrogen work; the South Carolina Hilton Head Concours; 2026 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid review; driving a new Lexus TX500h F Sport; and a LOT of Q&A! Recorded November 2, 2025 Patreon questions include: 2026 Porsche Turbo S vs McLaren 750S Is the new Hyundai Santa Fe boxy enough? Did supercharging a V8 M3 ruin it or enhance it? Best cars for lake roads How does Korean car culture compare to Japan? Cars with great weight transfer New Subaru STI concept Is se...
Rob Dietz sold $175M worth of cars on Bring-a-Trailer. How and why did he do it? What are the changes he sees coming the car market? All that and more! https://www.instagram.com/wob_cars/ https://wobcars.com/author/wob/ https://www.businessinsider.com/heres-how-i-sold-252-million-in-cars-on-bring-a-trailer-2022-1 Recorded October 28, 2025 Show Notes: Smalls For a limited time get 60% off your first order when you head to smalls.com/tire Rula Thousands of guys have already used Rula to finally ge...
