Recorded from the Hyundai Ioniq 5N, we're in the canyons talking about the Indy 500, Ioniq 5 N vs Macan EV, talking about a Tesla that tried to fight a train, answering questions, discussing when gimmicks are a good thing, why brands should (or should not) cling to history, too much adjustability, why an event that appears like a race isn't, and more! Recorded May 20, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. That is Autotempest.com...
May 23, 2024•56 min•Ep 924•Transcript available on Metacast Jonny Lieberman returns to talk about the Lucid Sapphire; how we deal with imposter syndrome; the Corvette Z06; he asks about the Ioniq 5 N; we wax about the magic of Aston; and more! Recorded May 17, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. That is Autotempest.com slash tire and start searching for your next car. Head to the Apple App Store right now and download the Tinker App . It’s like having a pro mechanic in your pocket. Go ...
May 21, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Ep 923•Transcript available on Metacast Our most-asked question is always about "What should car enthusiasts do when visiting Southern California". So here's the definitive list of things! Plus Q&A about: Why didn't you buy a Michael Schumacher watch? Which generation of Acura RDX do we like? Porsche might sell the Turbo with a manual only!! Will 4 cyl. Boxster/Cayman ever hit $30,000? When it's ok to wear driving gloves. Recorded May 15, 2024 Go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE for 20% off. Head to the Apple App Store...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep 922•Transcript available on Metacast Zack returns from Spain where he spent time testing the all-new 2025 Aston Martin Vantage on both the road and the track; Matt is back from driving a Bentley GT on Road & Track' s Smoky 600; a Can-Am throws a rave; someone mails us a very weird card; and we answer questions about: What to replace a GTI with Which car has the best stereo for under $60k When to service a watch The biggest jump we hit in a car Upcoming versions of the Nodus Canyon Drives that changed our opinion of a truck/SUV/car ...
May 14, 2024•2 hr 31 min•Ep 921•Transcript available on Metacast We go through our new M3 vs M3 video (G80 vs F80); Matt tells us about his brand new kitten they rescued; we discuss strange branding; Chevy makes us have a strange phone call in order to drive the new Z06 around town; and we answer Patreon questions about: The gov. mandate for automatic braking What the hell is BMW doing? Could the hypercars of today existed back in the '90s? Can I buy a good 997 Porsche 911 for under $50k? Is it worth stretching my budget to get a 2020 Macan vs a 2017? When is...
May 09, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Ep 920•Transcript available on Metacast Donald Osborne is the CEO of Audrain Motorsport and the reason we got to drive a car made before 1910! Remember when we held up a city's worth of traffic on a bridge? We have him to thank. Sort of. Donald is an absolute car expert with a focus on vintage cars. As someone who has curated museum collections and assessed cars for collectors, he really knows the minutiae of so many vehicles. On this show we laugh about our famous traffic jam; talk about how we beat Donald in the "non-race" this year...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep 919•Transcript available on Metacast Wayne Carini on TV, gifting cars, and the why the kids are alright. https://www.instagram.com/waynecariniofficial/?hl=en https://www.waynecarini.tv/pages/about-wayne-carini https://watch.motortrend.com/show/chasing-classic-cars-motortrend-atve-us Recorded April 27, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. Get multiple offers on your car at The Lasso ! Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% di...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 918•Transcript available on Metacast Sam Fane is the creator and host of the YouTube channel and podcast Seen Through Glass. We talk about his new driving event, his Ferrari (and why red is IS an ok color for Ferraris), his used daily, YouTube challenges, and more. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBr8w4ki1xAcQ1JVDp_-Fg https://seenthroughglass.online/ Recorded April 25, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. Get multiple offers on your car at The Lasso ! Use Off T...
Apr 30, 2024•2 hr 45 min•Ep 917•Transcript available on Metacast Mr Cartoon is one of the most famous tattoo artists to ever put ink to skin. His artistic journey began in graffiti before moving to airbrushing clothes and low rider cars. He's got a line of Turtle Wax car care, designed wheels, and has an amazing garage of his own. We talk about the history of low riders; how hydraulics work; the legality of them; how he got into cars; wild builds over the years; the hardest form of art; whether a celebrity makes him nervous; the hardest body part to tattoo; a...
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep 916•Transcript available on Metacast Matt's Countach has a triage plan (sort of); we review the new Aston Martin DB12 Volante (and compare it to the competition from Bentley, Italy, and Mercedes); Patreon questions include: Used Focus RS or new GR Corolla? Why Taycan brakes feel weird To jump from new Ioniq 5 to used Taycan Do EVs have a floor? Which state has the best Mexican food? A very interesting question about gamifying EV ownership. And more! Recorded April 22, 2024 Head to https://www.factormeals.com/tire50 and use code tir...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 915•Transcript available on Metacast Matt has updated his fleet in a surprising way; took the NSX on a 600-mile road trip; and explains his position on the unfortunate situation with his recently-arrested former Ferrari mechanic, Donnie Callaway. Recorded April 17, 2024 American owned and with over 100,000 happy customers ditch harsh smoke forever by visiting The Freeze Pipe and use code TIRE for 10% off your order. That’s The Freeze Pipe and Code TIRE for 10% off. Shop today for free shipping. AutoTempest has all the cars. One sea...
Apr 18, 2024•2 hr 53 min•Ep 914•Transcript available on Metacast The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N blew Matt's mind for so many reasons you won't believe. Plus, what engines would we swap into which car if we had all the money and talent? That's what we're talking about today. Dream builds. Plus, Patreon questions about: Is it a good idea to finance an R34 GTR? When it is (and isn't) time to get out of a Ford and into a German car. WRX TR vs GR Corolla Our thoughts on the Mustang GTD's trunk. Why the 997 is the sweet spot for Porsche 911s. Do we care about celebrity car ...
Apr 16, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Ep 913•Transcript available on Metacast Matt calls in from the Bernardus hotel with our friend and the founder and CEO of Range Energy, Ali Javidan. Ali is an engineer and high-caliber driver, who shares with us his take on why the GT3 RS is so stiff, why adjustable dampers matter as much as springs; his experience driving in Aspen at the FAT ICE Race; how to durability test a semi-truck trailer; why batteries need to be liquid-cooled; and when to ignore rock chips. Note: This show was recorded remotely with Matt and Ali calling into ...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr•Ep 912•Transcript available on Metacast We discuss Peter Attia's podcast interview with a former employee of NHTSA regarding road safety; Matt finds out just how expensive a Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe is (and how his wife feels about shopping for one); Matt and Zack try to decide which of their content to put up for a nomination; and Zack reveals why he's the best worst groomsman. Patreon questions include: Will I regret selling my C38 AMG? What's the next resto-mod platform? Why new cars compromise comfort Which obscure cars turn our ...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep 911•Transcript available on Metacast Matt reviews the Maybach GLS 600; Zack learns about travel law; and we name our top 10 cars with wings. Listener questions include: 2020 BRZ vs 2024 Is there a car culture we don't understand or agree with? How to treat cyclists Magma thoughts Are McLaren brakes weird? Is a base 911 lacking? Why some brands break Should I add an LSD? and more! Recorded April 2, 2024 https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 910•Transcript available on Metacast Matt and Zack review the Rolls-Royce Spectre EV, and are surprised by the options list; turns out we have very different lists when it comes to the best luxury cars ever. Audience questions include: Car deals we regret missing The best high-performance baby carrier Why to put bad tires on a good car Do C6 Corvettes drive better than C5s? What we think of the giant truck charging station popping up in Sacramento, CA And more Recorded March 29, 2024 https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want yo...
Apr 02, 2024•2 hr 40 min•Ep 909•Transcript available on Metacast Tyler Hoover tells us about how he got a "free" Lamborghini Countach; his huge new farmstead; the famous Bentley he owned (and the celebrity that bailed on it); how working on Car Trek differs from his TV show; his cars; and a lot more. Recorded March 25, 2024 https://www.youtube.com/@HooviesGarage https://www.instagram.com/the_real_hoovies_garage https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, g...
Mar 28, 2024•2 hr 37 min•Ep 908•Transcript available on Metacast How do you get the job of test driver? What's it like perfecting the fastest EV and ICE car? Miro knows. Miro Zrncevic is the test driver for Rimac, builder of the record-setting EV hypercar, the Nevera. Miro has been involved in Rimac since the beginning, though not in the way you might think. In this episode we find out why Miro wanted to be a test driver; his education and work background; how he got the job; his thoughts on tuning steering; why a car has to lean a little bit; the dangers of ...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep 907•Transcript available on Metacast What are 10 types of tech that make cars worse? That's what we're discussing with today's guest, Ed Zitron. Ed Zitron is an author, journalist, and podcaster. He is CEO of EZPR, a national tech and business public relations agency. We love his newsletter “Where’s your Ed At?” , which often covers tech, AI, and how both will fail to deliver. On this show we talk about how car marketing is changing; the Fisker financial situation; why Apple's headset sucks while being amazing; why your phone isn't...
Mar 21, 2024•2 hr 39 min•Ep 906•Transcript available on Metacast What are the best EVs yet? Is charging getting better? Can the grid handle it? Which electric pickup would win in a cross-country race? Are batteries recyclable? All that and more with Kyle Connor. Kyle Connor is a YouTuber in command of a whopping 17 different channels. He focused on EVs, covering the space comprehensively. He has road tripped, towed with, tested, charged, and driven more EVs than most people will in a lifetime. As such, he has excellent insights into why EVs have the problems ...
Mar 19, 2024•2 hr 40 min•Ep 905•Transcript available on Metacast There are some cars out there that seemed like a good idea at the time but ended up failing. There are other cars that seem crazy on paper and were even worse in metal, but got built anyway. Today we're talking about 10 of history's automotive moon shots that failed to take hold. From odd propulsion choices to super cars that didn't deliver, overpriced economy badges to hypercars made obsolete by their maker, we cover it all. 10 Times Car Companies SENT it and Missed 16 year-old steals a dozen C...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep 904•Transcript available on Metacast What's the best bang for your buck right now, new or used? We've got ten cars you can buy that are a great value for the most fun and performance. 5 used cars, 5 new cars. Spoiler alert: the answer is not Miata. We'll explain why. Plus, Matt talks about the all new Porsche Panamera's crazy dancing suspension and what it means for speed; we also discuss that Cyber Truck's steering/brake failure; the least-green cars of the year (one is an EV!); the flaws of "self-driving" companies; and what's wr...
Mar 12, 2024•2 hr 47 min•Ep 903•Transcript available on Metacast We're listing our top 5 Grand Touring cars ever with our favorite British transplant, music expert Christian James Hand. Also, he and Matt got a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sphere in Las Vegas AND saw the U2 show. A verbal description doesn't do the show justice but it will make you want to attend. Plus Q&A includes: How the 911 name is similar and different from AMG and M The closest experience to a $90K Boxster T Which F-Type is perfect for a new graduate Will there be barn finds in the futu...
Feb 29, 2024•2 hr 49 min•Ep 902•Transcript available on Metacast What's faster around a track: a NASCAR or an 800HP Gymkhana car? Tony Quiroga knows. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Car and Driver magazine. He's here to talk about the newest Lightning Lap, his favorite LL cars over the years, and more! Recorded February 21, 2024 Read it here: https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a46575000/lightning-lap-2024/ Check out the Subaru Air Slayer: https://vtcar.com/cars/vt20g/ Garage 56: https://www.nascar.com/garage56 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets...
Feb 27, 2024•2 hr 41 min•Ep 901•Transcript available on Metacast Morgan is a legendary company and for good reason. Yes, the cars are made of wood but the company has continued along while so many small companies have gone to rest. Jon Wells has that job so many of us covet: car designer. With a very brief stop at TVR, Jon went right from university to the design department of Morgan, becoming part of the team that designed so of the best and fastest cars Morgan ever made. He also led the team that designed the new Super 3, the successor to the famous and uni...
Feb 22, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Ep 900•Transcript available on Metacast What's a muscle car? What are the top 5 of all time? That's what we're discussing today. From the '60s to present day and every decade in between, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman have their own lists. Do any overlap? Do their cars fit the definition of muscle car? We'll see. Plus, Matt's used Bentley is back in the shop. Recorded February 12, 2024 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to https://www...
Feb 20, 2024•2 hr 42 min•Ep 899•Transcript available on Metacast Why are Nissan GT-Rs so coveted? Why was it illegal to import them? Why did Japan build them in the first place? All that and more is covered in the excellent book, "Cult of GT-R, A Story of Crime, Obsession, and the World's Most Coveted Car". It is a detailed history of the Nissan GT-R, Japanese manufacturing, Japanese car culture, the world of import laws, and why the GT-R means so much to so many of us. The author, Ryan ZumMallen, joins us. https://www.carrarabooks.com/store/cult-of-gtr-book ...
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep 898•Transcript available on Metacast What's the collector market up to? Will GT-Rs ever take the place of pre-war Brass Era cars? Gord Duff is the man with answers. He is the Global Head of Auctions for RM Sotheby's. If anyone knows what's going on with car collecting trends, it's him. https://rmsothebys.com/en/home/specialists/gord-duff/509891 Recorded February 7, 2024 Head to factormeals.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to get 50% off. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your f...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 897•Transcript available on Metacast Jonny Lieberman is here to talk about his time street-driving the new Porsche GT3 RS, his drive in the crazy Guntherwerks Prototype, and our main topic: our five favorite European Tuner Cars. Plus questions about how much money you need to be a car enthusiast; why to keep your sports car when the snow comes; a good affordable bourbon; Audi S3 vs Golf R; and the great speed limits vs guns debate. Recorded February 5, 2024 “Get 20% off Groove Life products with my link: groovelife.com/TIRE20 Use O...
Feb 08, 2024•2 hr 53 min•Ep 896•Transcript available on Metacast Matt Farah and Zack Klapman go through their respective Top 5 cars that were sold to the Japanese Domestic Market only. Then we answer LOTS of Patreon Q&A Other topics include: adventures with Turo; the Bentley paint correction; a Prius that somehow failed smog. Recorded February 1, 2024 “Get 20% off Groove Life products with my link: groovelife.com/TIRE20 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go t...
Feb 06, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Ep 895•Transcript available on Metacast 
