Best Vinwiki Podcasts (2025)

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Driving the 1,250HP Czinger 21C VMax 1:46:24

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It has 1,250HP, a skeleton like you've never seen, broke 5 track records in 5 days, looks like an alien spacecraft, and we drove it: It's the Czinger 21C VMax. Patreon questions include: Countach stolen Dream podcast guests Best bad driving position Is a 200k mile Audi S4 a good idea? That new Audi TT C concept Why are 992.1 prices going up?? The b…

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Nissan Z Nismo manual(!); Robots; BMW Bike Review; Power:Weight 1:37:23

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Bikes, robots, hypercars, oh my! On this episode, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss the robot Olympics; their drives in the 1,750HP SSC Tuatara; power-to-weight ratios of their own cars vs some famous ones; the manual Nissan Z Nismo; review a BMW motorcycle; and answer Patreon questions about: Porsche wireless EV charging Our thoughts on low ride…

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Larry Chen 1:41:58

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Larry Chen is one of the most skilled and famous automotive photographers of this generation. His clients include auto companies, race car drivers, organizers, events, and everything in between. Most recently, he's known for his video series on Hagerty that showcases car culture around the world. From underground clubs in Tokyo to royalty in Asia, …

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Jonny Lieberman 1:56:49

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Jonny Lieberman is back for a weird whiskey tasting at to talk about: His drive in the RUF Rodeo; why he likes certain Cadillac EVs; whether or not he would buy a Rivian again; his YouTube channel; why barrels on the ground make things taste different than barrels near the roof; getting drunk in Scotland; his feelings on fake gears in EVs; and more…

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Driven: Totem SuperGT, the 670HP Carbon Alfa Clone 1:41:28

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman tell of their drive in the incredible, carbon-fiber-constructed piece of unobtanium that is the Totem SuperGT. It's an homage to the legendary Alfa GTV/A cars. Does it do the original justice? Is it overpriced? Plus, Chrysler might make an off-road minivan. Patreon questions include: Should my teenager get a Miata or an …

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Crew, RUF Rodeo, and Parker's HUGE Win 1:29:21

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman might have driven their rarest car yet: the RUF Rodeo. Does a 7-figure rally car have something cheaper cars don't? Will they sell any of them? And what's Zack's issue with the buying market? Plus, an update on the Meyers Manx problem; NASCAR driver and friend of the show, Parker Kligerman, finally has his best day ever …

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Zack's Game Show; M5 Touring (Again); Aston Vanquish Review 1:36:18

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Zack has a new automotive game show; take 2 on the BMW M5 touring; reviewing the new Aston Martin Vanquish; and we almost run out of gas in the same car, separately. Recorded August 19, 2025 Zack Klapman's Drivers' Test: https://youtu.be/NcdQ69Om6ro?si=kHVU_JV37pRXg1wJ Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tir…

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2025 Monterey Car Week Stories 1:21:00

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The complete run down of our Monterey Car Week 2025! Matt's new Manx worked perfectly (well, almost); the cars we saw; the events we saw; how to participate; the car NOT to bring to Monterey; and more! Recorded August 18, 2025 Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tire t-shirt! https://thesmokingtire.com/partn…

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Larry Kosilla's Extreme Detailing 1:36:40

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What's it take to clean a disgusting car that hasn't been touched in decades? Larry Kosilla knows. He is one of the most skilled and well-known car detailers in the world. His new show, "Extreme Detailing", on Discovery+ highlights how grimy cars get a glow-up. He also tells us about: his experience owning a Porsche GT3; his love of his Ford Model …

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Sam Fane of Seen Through Glass 1:30:31

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Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass on YT) drops by from the UK to talk about the Cadillac Blackwing he's driving; his comical Ferrari 360 restoration; making content; what to look at during Monterey car week; and more! Recorded August 10, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/@seenthroughglass https://seenthroughglass.online/ DeleteMe Take control of your data an…

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SSC Tuatara Review; No More Regs; Merc EVs 1:41:26

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We drove the 1750HP SSC Tuatara! What a thing it was! How's it feel? Compare to a Bugatti or a Pagani or a Koenigsegg? Is it worth the money? And what about that record thing... Plus, Mercedes stops selling EVs in CA; fuel economy standards end: what does it mean?; and we answer Patreon questions including: Why do old cars have "patina" and newer c…

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The Dallas Show! 1:12:33

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TST Live in Dallas, TX! Who can create the best 5-car garage for this city? What's the best location for a NASCAR race that ISN'T a race track? And we roast a lot of our fans' cars. What a show! Thanks to everyone who came out! Filmed Live from The Shop Club in Dallas Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with qu…

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The Houston Show! 1:00:08

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TST went to Houston, TX! In this show, Zack and Matt compete to make the most "Houston-like" dream garage; talk about the Tesla diner; hypothesize why Cadillacs learned to turn; and ROAST a bunch of cars submitted by our amazing fans. Thanks to EVERYONE who came to see us. We will be back. Recorded July 24, 2025 Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire10fm…

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M5 Touring Review; 715HP 911T Drive; Car Thieves! 1:29:45

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We give our take on the new M5 Touring; review the insanely powerful 715HP Porsche 911T built by Flat6Motorsports; and answer your questions about: Is the C4 ZR1 worth the price over the LT1? Keep my allocation for one cool car or go for two cheaper cars: one fun and one practical? Manual swap dream: Ferrari 458 or Porsche 718 RS? What car to buy t…

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Faraday's "Future"; Top 5 Entry Watches; Countach Engine Problem 2:03:07

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Matt's Top 5 entry-level luxury watches; Faraday's weird future; Myers Manx engine update; Lamborghini Countach engine problem; Mazda 3 hatchback manual review; and Patreon questions include: Rank fast wagons Replace the Countach with? Will Texas track speeders like Japan? Are 911Ts worth their price? Cars that look like worse versions of competiti…

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Building Cars is HARD w/ Oil Stain Lab 1:25:46

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Nikita and Iliya Bridan are car designers behind the incredible and interesting Half-11 hypercar. They both spent years designing for various OEMs and have now struck off on their own. On this show we talk about the incredibly difficult development phase; making two powertrains work in one car; why an EV swap interests them; the hardest part about …

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My Waymo Test; Toyota Concept; Hertz AI; FL Speed Law 1:24:58

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Matt rode in a Waymo; tells tales from the Avants event in Seattle; Zack's car is falling apart while being put back together; Florida has a new law for speeders; Toyota showed off a concept; and we answer Patreon questions including: What's a good car for an artsy college student? Is my car too fast for track days? Is the T.33 worth the money? Cou…

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Jason Cammisa Returns! 2:00:22

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A CyberTruck technicality; the tragic life of his Rover SD1; why insurance is important; when small cars REALLY matter; the unsung Corvette King; cars are too fast; and more! Patreon questions include: Would Jason get a Golf R or R32? Why did he create his famous Excel file? What new car are we excited about? Ever drive an Audi A2? Which "performan…

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Mazda CX-50 Confusing Edition; BGB Cayman; THE Haircut 1:28:38

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Meridian; talk about a journey to Seattle; recall the craziest thing they've seen a vehicle do; discuss the twin-turbo Porsche Cayman video; give our thoughts on the new 911 T 70th anniversary; Matt scratched his steering wheel; and we answer Patreon questions including: What's the best, fast,…

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Whose Fault?; EV Moto Opinion Change; Q&A 1:31:03

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A crash (everyone is ok) during one of the 'Ring's popular "tourist days" has the internet debating who is at fault; Matt spent a week riding around an electric motorcycle and changed his mind, maybe; a Bentley Bentayga's options surprise us; and we answer Patreon questions including: Honda S2000 vs Z3 vs M roadster vs Boxster What supercar would a…

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2025 4Runner TRD Pro Review; AMG GT XX; New Seats 1:49:06

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We review the new 2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro (and compare it to the Ranger Raptor, Wranger, and Bronco); Zack shows off the progress of his custom interior; take a look at Mercedes new electric super sedan (and the media event that debuted it); and answer Patreon questions including: How expensive is new air suspension? Can I make my old 5 series …

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F1 Movie Review (No Spoilers); CarPlay Ultra Tested; Q&A 1:37:06

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A review of the new F1 movie (without spoiling it); we tested Apple's new CarPlay Ultra; a weird Toyota ad; the DUMB reason we can't have the Alpine A110. Plus we answer Patreon questions including: Would you want to tune the sound of your starter? EV off-roading vs ICE Underrated car communities that deserve attention The fear of wearing a watch 2…

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Alpine A110 Review; "Can I Drive on This?"; 15 Yrs of TST 1:33:52

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After 8 years of dreaming, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the Alpine A110 GT, a car that every European journalist heralds as one of the greats; is it? We also celebrate Zack's 15th anniversary with The Smoking Tire, reminiscing about motel floors and supercharged cars. There's something in the Big Beautiful Bill that affects cars and car maker…

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LC500 for 1100 miles; Hydrogen Lawsuit; Kitten rescue 1:43:52

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Matt is back from an 1,100 mile drive in the Lexus LC500 and has notes; Zack talks about the lawsuit against Toyota regarding its hydrogen cars (something he knows all too much about); some kittens get rescued; and questions from our Patreon members include: What has better steering feel than a Porsche? Best car to take your dad for exciting rides …

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Corvette ZR1X; Roma Spider Review; New Ultralight; Q&A 1:48:03

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Reviewing the Ferrari Roma Spider; the Corvette ZR1X is unveiled; a hint at our drive in the Meyers Manx radial; why Lotus is struggling; a new ultra-light stunner; and we answer a WHOLE bunch of questions. Funniest tire names Replace my E30 track car with? The stunning, ultra-light Shoreline coupe What car would we co-own? Who most needs a halo ca…

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Eric Kendricks (NFL Linebacker, Top Notch Car Enthusiast) 1:11:14

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Eric Kendricks is a professional football player who is a true car enthusiast with what might be the perfect 6-car fleet. On this episode we talk about: His cars Why his mod level is OEM+ Thoughts on the new Mustang FX wheel How to speed up his CRX Si What he wants to buy next The best and worst cars in an NFL parking lot Advice for people about to…

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Immigration Attorney Sergio Siderman + Jonny Lieberman 1:33:11

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Sergio Siderman is an Immigration Attorney whose origin story includes kidnappings, random, and of course, the asylum process. We invited him on the show to inject some facts into the goings on with ICE in an effort to fight through the noise and pundits. Sergio explains what is really happening to immigrants of varying immigration status, why this…

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Mustang FX; Grand Tour Cast; Cheap Goodwood Revival (sort of) 1:34:10

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Zack Klapman has tales of attending poor man's Goodwood in a sauna; Matt notices cars in Italy; Ford unveiled a new Foxbody-inspired Mustang GT that has us confused; and we answer Patreon questions including: Why we would only do a TST charity event a certain way Would Matt order a Spyder again? Color change with a wrap or paint? Why your friend te…

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Lambo Update; M5 Wagon vs Weight; When TCS is Good 1:41:38

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Matt's Lamborghini engine is done! Sort of. There's good news and confusing news. Plus we talk about why the new M5's wagon-ness doesn't excuse it's heaviness; which fan car we'd drive; answer a lot of automotive F/M/K questions; and revisit the worst dashboard ever. Plus, Patreon questions include: What's the ugliest interior feature ever? How to …

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BGB Cayman Turbo S Review; Better Beetle Story; PCH Opens 1:27:25

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Should Porsche put a 911 Turbo S engine in a Cayman? We've all said as much for a long time and someone finally did it: BGB Motorsports. We describe what the drive was like. Plus, Zack Klapman's VW Beetle story; PCH has reoponed to the public; and we answer Patreon questions including: How cheap will a BMW M4 GTS get? Commuter/canyon: IS500 vs Alfa…

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Why Giants Drove a Beetle; A Correction; R8 vs AMG GT 1:13:16

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IMPORTANT update on the ID.Buzz. A thing we hated we may not hate anymore. Plus, why did Matt's 6'5" dad and his equally large brothers own a VW Beetle? The EV mandate is over, plus we answer Patreon questions including: Used Audi R8 or AMG-Mercedes GT Imperfect cars that are perfect for ONE thing? Which cars have we changed our mind on? Favorite c…

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Bad Nostalgia Examples; TX Kei Trucks; We Polled You 1:51:26

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ID.Buzz Full Review; Kei Cars Legal! (Sort of); Nostalgia Gone Wrong; and we polled our Patreon members! Plus, questions include: - Automated manuals: how we felt then and now - Thoughts on the RAM Charger? - Stories of outrageous business expenses - Why NOT buy an R34 GT-R? - How to add whimsy to an '80s truck - Thoughts on the Oscar Weinie 500 - …

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Turbo Flyin' Miata Review; ID. Buzz 1st Impressions; Cybertrucks Go Home 1:03:53

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Flyin' Miata built a new 5-state legal turbo kit for the NC generation Miata and we drove it! What's the power? How does it feel? Is it even worth it if it's allowed in CA? Plus, we give our first impressions on VW's nostalgia-inspired ID.Buzz, the EV version of it's famous hippy bus. Tesla is finally letting Cybertruck owners return their leases, …

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Manual Swaps (and Drama); How Mustangs Get Expensive; Q&A 1:41:36

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How in the heck do Mustang GTDs get priced over HALF a MILLION dollars? It's tricky. Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about the most expensive option on Ford's newest speed machine. They also discuss the Avant WagonFest at the Petersen Automotive Museum; why swapping the transmission on your cool Mercedes is the perfect upgrade; some strange goings…

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When is a Car Too Perfect?; No Bubble Wrapping; Theon 911 Restomod 1:51:26

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Theon Design is a new competitor in the Porsche 911 restomod space and Matt Farah lets us know how it drove. He and Zack Klapman also discuss the psychology of buying a car you never plan to drive; why "bubble wrapping" a sports car is not a good financial decision; Bring-a-Trailer and CarandBids selling advice; when perfect is TOO perfect; and mor…

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Aston Vantage Roadster vs Porsche 911 GTS; Buy a Swapped Car? 1:49:12

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the new 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster and discuss it's German competitors like the Porsche 911 GTS; then we answer Patreon questions including: Which car brand has the best community? Miata engine upgrade: Turbo or V8 swap? What will Singer do when they run out of 964s? Most memorable travel moments? Would yo…

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911 Reimagined Review; Auction Question; Q&A 1:50:09

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What is a "MILFY" car (this term was used by a female listener, we swear) How to sent boundaries as a freelancer Are manual pickup trucks an decent manual-transmission experience compared to a sporty car? Challenge: Buy 3 cars from one company from the same year: Sports car, SUV, Luxury sedan. And more! Recorded May 5, 2025 Aura Frames For a limite…

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Comedian Abbas Wahab 1:32:51

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Abbas Wahab is a standup comedian but we found him through his short-form videos that poke fun at the car market. From drivers to owners to dealers and OEM marketing teams, Abbas has a great knack for getting to the core of a topic. On this episode we talk about the new record set by the Mustang GTD; the I.D. Buzz Abbas is driving around in; range …

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Chip Foose 1:33:14

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Chip Foose is a legendary designer of hot rods and concept cars. His name became famous with the hit TV show "Overhaulin'", in which they would "steal" someone's beloved project and give it the glow-up of a lifetime. The show was one of Discovery's biggest hits, lasting ten seasons, and was a predecessor to so many flip/repair shows across televisi…

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We Bought Willow Springs Raceway 1:19:38

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Sam Byrne and Maz Fawaz are part of the group that bought Willow Springs Raceway. On this exclusive interview they lay out their big plans for the iconic race track. Recorded April 22, 2025 For more information on Willow Springs' Future: https://www.willowspringsraceway.com/ Check out the full lineup and get 15 percent off your first order at TRUEW…

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What Car are You?; Bentley Conundrum; Broken Motored Window 1:32:09

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Matt Farah reviews the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur Speed and has a conundrum regarding its hybrid power-train; Zack Klapman's BMW unfixed a new part of itself; what car do we want to be (but what are we really); and we answer Patreon questions including: Is the W202 Mercedes C43AMG exciting enough to buy? How to store your watch bands. Favorite car-re…

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Audi E-Tron GT Perf. Incar w/ Kyle Kinard; What's a "Real" Ferrari Experience? 1:50:32

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Why new HRE wheels make Matt's Taycan feel different; an in-car review of the new Audi E-Tron GT Performance with Motor1.com's Kyle Kinard; and then Patreon Q&A including: Is an old rental Ferrari a "real Ferrari experience"? What is the real performance difference between a Macan S and a Cayenne? Why do people hate on the Porsche Aerokits? Lotus E…

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750S COTA Laps; Ten Tenths Club; New Wheels; and Tariffs 1:23:08

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Driving a new Mclaren 750S on Texas' Formula One track; Tesla gets sued for an allegedly shifty odometer; a big update on automotive tariffs (and how they'll effect you); what will new performance wheels do to your EVs range?; and questions from our Patreon include: Why would you ever want to modify your daily driver? Will auto shows ever regain th…

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Brett Berk 1:38:13

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BRETT BERK is a freelance writer whose non-fiction has appeared in a list of publications so long I'm putting it at the bottom of this post instead of the top. Most important for us, in addition to contributing to all the biggest car magazine, he is the co-author of the automotive books “Never Stop Driving”, “Corvette Stingray: The Mid-Engine Revol…

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Ed Niedermeyer (Autonomous Driving Expert) 1:33:42

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Ed Niedermeyer is a journalist and author most known for his 2019 book "Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors". When it comes to the business of Tesla, he is one of the most well-respected and trusted voices. https://benbellabooks.com/shop/ludicrous/ https://www.autonocast.com/ Recorded April 1, 2025 Get TWENTY PERCENT off your DeleteMe …

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Comedian Dean Delray 1:13:49

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Dean Delray is a comedian who has opened for Bill Burr and Metallica (among others), appeared on "WTF" w/ Marc Maron, "You Made it Weird" with Pete Holmes, "The Joe Rogan Experience". His own podcast, "Let There be Talk", a podcast that "features raw, unfiltered, off-the-cuff conversations that offer deep insights with a diverse mix of engaging per…

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1000 w/ 17 Guests! (Sam Fane, Jay Leno, Emelia Hartford, Larry Chen,Spikes Car Radio, and more!) 7:59:57

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8 Hours of rotating guests including: Emelia Hartford Sam Fane Jay Leno Spike Feresten w Paul Zuckerman Christian James Hand Tati Reed Jonny Lieberman Elana Scherr JF Musial Larry Chen Vin Anatra Ron Zaras J Ryan (Unofficial Good Vibes founder) Phil Morris (actor) Marco Gerace (TLG Auto) Hanna Farah Sara Stringfellow Recorded March 31, 2025 Proper …

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Jerry Seinfeld 1:33:08

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Jerry explains his philosophy on cars, color choices, Porsche, and so much more. We talk about the cars he noticed as a kid, the most important thing to him about driving, meditation, working in the sandbox, driving in LA, one-offs, regretful sales, and more. Recorded March 18, 2025 Proper Cloth: Use code TIRE for 10% off your first order bit.ly/pc…

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Taycan Problems; Buy a Mustang GT350?; Q&A 1:47:43

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We're back in town! Zack flew a Ranger Raptor, drove some old cars, and nearly bought a very nice '66 Mustang GT350 replica (he'll explain); Matt went to Vegas to drive a new Audi and had some Taycan problems; tariffs being tariffing; and we're answering your questions. Recorded March 28, 2025 Get TWENTY PERCENT off your DeleteMe plan when you go t…

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Hanna Farah on Matt, Cars, Cats, and More 1:37:53

6M ago1:37:53

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Matt's wife Hanna answers your questions about Matt (and cars) and has a few of her own. A hilarious episode, trust me. - Zack Recorded March 25, 2025 Get TWENTY PERCENT off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout. To listen to DRIVE with Jim Farley, just search for “DRIVE with Jim Far…