Everyday Driver Car Debate
Everyday Driver Car Debate
Everyday Driver
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.
Top 5 SUVs - Most Fun Under $50K, Craving Something Unique, Turning Derelict Cars Into Art | Episode 1,009
For the Top 5 SUVs that are most fun under $50k, Paul picks brand new ones and Todd finds great used options. Which one resonates the most with listeners? They debate unique choices for Ian D., who wants two cars and craves something different. Then, Dan Z. in the NE needs a car to put the majority of miles on, and also park at the airport. Did you see this? Ben Tuna, aka The Glass Cowboy is making stained glass art installed in derelict cars. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Ford SuperVan 4.2 ‘Ring Record 06:15 - Mercedes Models Getting A BMW engine? 12:24 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 SUVs - Most Fun Under $50K 36:29 - Car Debate #1: Craving Something Unique 52:55 - Car Debate #2: The Majority Of Miles 1:07:24 - Car Conclusion #1: It’s All Todd’s Fault 1:15:23 - Car Conclusion #2: Growing The Fleet 1:21:34 - Did You See This? The Glass Cowboy 1:24:03 - Audience Questions From Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 26
1 hr 39 min
Top 5 HYPER Cars, Monterey Car Week, Connecting Reality To Fantasy | Episode 1,008
In honor of Monterey Car Week 2025, the guys aim their Top 5 list at hypercars and discuss which ones they would buy if they had the money! They debate sensible cars for new college grad Akash in GA, and try to help Mark in Houston figure out what to buy right now. Social media questions cover unexpected tire noise in sports cars, why don’t the guys recommend WRXs anymore, and why aren’t CVTs used in race cars? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 06:12 - Testing Induction Charging Embedded In Roads 09:06 - 2025 Monterey Week Car Announcements 31:07 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 Hypercars 1:06:00 - Car Debate #1 - Connecting Reality To Fantasy 1:22:20 - Car Debate #2 - Sooner Rather Than Later 1:40:07 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 19
1 hr 55 min
Top 5 Sports Cars Under $50K, The First Sports Car, The Aging Fleet | Episode 1,007
The guys start a new ‘recommendation’ series about the top cars, trucks and SUVs they would buy. This episode begins with sports cars, and they each name and discuss the reasons for their top 5. They also debate first sports cars for Michael in LA, who has finally decided it’s time. Then, Nerval W. has an aging fleet and a decent budget—what stays and what goes? For Car Conclusions, Jordan L. writes about his Bahrain saga, and Tomas B. wishes the CTS-V wagon were available in the UK for his growing family. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Mercedes Onslaught Of New Cars 03:49 - Cybertruck Dumpster Target Practice 08:29 - GM + Hyundai: Just A Handshake? Or Something Deeper? 12:06 - The ZR-1 & ZR-1X ‘Ring Records: Is There More Speed? 22:18 - What If Max & Lewis Left F1? 22:43 - Dodge Sells Engines: Coke Classic Is Back! 30:14 - Topic Tuesday: Top 5 Sports Cars Under $50K 57:49 - Car Debate #1: The First Sports Car 1:11:49 - Car Debate #2: The Aging Fleet 1:19:22 - Car Conclusion #1: The Bahrain Saga 1:26:24 - Car Conclusion #2: It’s All For The Kids, Really 1:30:00 - Did You See This? Shows To Binge: SILO and Paradise 1:34:06 - Audience Questions On Social Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12
1 hr 51 min
Unreliable Or Expensive, The Definition Of A BMW Enthusiast, Getting Better At Driving Manuals | Episode 1,006
Apple CarPlay is great, but is Ultra a step too far to differentiate the in-cabin experience? The guys discuss the dichotomy of unreliability vs. cost. Does making a vehicle reliable just mean dumping more money into it, and have we confused the terms ‘unreliable’ and ‘expensive?’ Albert S. doesn’t admit to being a BMW enthusiast, despite owning four - he wants what’s next. Then, Jason W. doesn’t feel ready for a Porsche, but maybe when he’s older. Car conclusions include cheap new EVs and project cars, and social media questions include an inquiry on how to get better driving manual transmission? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Apple CarPlay Ultra Unliked? 10:44 - Dacora Motors, The Streamline Moderne EV 22:57 - Topic Tuesday: Does ’Unreliable’ mean ‘Expensive?’ 54:54 - Car Debate #1: Does Four BMWs Make You An Enthusiast? 1:12:53 - Car Debate #2: Not Ready For A Porsche Yet 1:22:55 - Car Conclusion #1: They’re Almost Giving Them Away 1:24:16 - Car Conclusion #2: Everyone Should Have A Project Car 1:29:06 - Audience Questions On Social Media  Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5
1 hr 47 min
The Tariff Edition, Lotus Lessons, The Iron Man Effect | Episode 1,005
Car companies worldwide are grappling with tariffs, but they’re also facing the EV downturn and an immediate product pipeline that isn’t encouraging to car enthusiasts. Paul D. Is moving to Switzerland for a few years, and wonders what’s in his driving future. Then, Andy in Australia doesn’t care about the brand, he just wants something interesting for his next car. Listeners write their great deals in Car Conclusions, and on social media, if the guys were to eliminate one of the German brands, what would it be? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 55:18 - Stellantis Not Doing So Hot 08:47 - Porsche Business Model Not Working 16:24 - E-Fuels Still Being Developed? 20:28 - Lotus Lessons 47:51 - Car Debate 1: Fun Cars In Switzerland 1:09:03 - Car Debate 2: No Prejudice In Australia 1:15:52 - Car Conclusion 1: The More Things Change… 1:17:42 - Car Conclusion 2: Discovering Volvo 1:20:51 - Did You See This? Discommon Goods 1:26:27 - Social Media Questions Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 29
1 hr 45 min
The Cadillac Of Racing, The Recipe For Discomfort, The Family Tesla Dumping Ground | Episode 1,004
Cadillac is so hot right now; will their 2026 F1 debut continue the winning streak, and will their V-Series performance cars get even better in the future? The guys debate uncomfortable cars for Dustin S., who is seriously considering a Viper. Then, Michael & Olga have become their family’s Tesla Dumping Zone and they’re tired of it. Jay S. Recommends hitting your car with a hammer to cure preciousness, and Lauren in ID loves both her sports cars. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 00:22 2025 Goodwood FOS 01:05 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N 08:20 More Corvette Rumors? 12:20 2026 Lexus LFR 14:51 Hagerty auction odometer averages 18:53 Topic Tuesday: The Cadillac Of Racing 32:26 Car Debate 1 - The Viper’s Sting 50:00 Car Debate 2 - The Family Tesla Dumping Ground 59:10 Car Conclusion 1 - Get Out The Hammers 1:09:37 Car Conclusion 2 - Two Sports Cars Are Better Than One 1:12:23 Did You See This? The Superman Movie 1:20:13 Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22
1 hr 39 min
EV Tax Credits Expire, No Four-Cylinder Cars, Have I Become A Car Person? | Episode 1,003
The guys discuss Christian Horner’s exit from the Red Bull F1 team, the Vantage S release, and a new Bentley concept. Now that it’s clear the U.S. EV tax credits are expiring in late 2025, the guys discuss what that could mean for OEMs. The debates cover larger-displacement cars for Øyvind in Norway, who doesn’t want a four-cylinder. Then, Paul in CA wants a fun car for a long commute! The guys discuss the July 2025 Nürburgring crash, high-level track driving awareness and coaching with Hooked On Driving. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 00:43 Christian Horner Sacked By Red Bull F1 Team 05:44 2026 Aston Martin Vantage S 09:58 Nissan recalls 400,000+ vehicles for engine failure 14:28 Bentley EXP 15 Design Vision Concept 21:19 Everyday Driver video - COTA Roadtrip Part I 22:24 Topic Tuesday - EV Tax Credits Ending 44:24 Car Debate 1 - No Four Cylinder Engines 53:35 Car Debate 2 - A Fun, Mid-Life Commuter With 4 Doors 1:04:09 Car Conclusion 1 - Have I Become A Car Person? 1:05:02 Car Conclusion 2 - Sold It Too Early 1:06:31 Nürburgring Crash - GT3RS and BMW M2 1:20:27 Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 15
1 hr 30 min
BMW Blues, Hyper-Celebrity vs. D-List Celebrity, F1 Movie | Episode 1002
Does BMW have an actual problem, or are things going so well there’s no need to worry? The guys debate for Sebastian S. in Denmark, who already has a high-performance car. Then, Adam W. has a large budget but doesn’t want a flashy car. Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 Intro 01:40 2025 Nissan Armada PRO-4X 05:11 2026 Ferrari Amalfi 11:09 SRT is back? 12:03 Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype ‘Ring Record 13:58 RAV4 has dethroned the Model Y 15:51 2026 RAV4 16:34 Stanley Tumblers forcing cupholder rethink 17:39 The Rocketeer MX-5 Miata 19:12 ZR-1X name too controversial? 22:51 Topic: BMW Blues - Things Are Good Now, But What Are They Setting Up For? 40:09 Car Debate 1 - A Love/Hate Relationship 56:00 Car Debate 2 - If You Know, You Know 01:07:42:10 Car Conclusion 1 - Rusty Roulette 01:10:38:01 Car Conclusion 2 - Carsylum For Orphans 01:15:20:16 Did You See This - The F1 Movie 01:28:18:14 Audience Questions on Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 8
1 hr 43 min
The Problem With Porsche, Corvette ZR-1, ZR-1X, Moving On After The Unexpected | Episode 1,001
We’re back in an all-new studio to begin a different era of our podcast, with longer/single episodes you can find with video. We will still be available as an audio-only podcast, but look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree, and then go drive again. 00:00 - We’re back with a New Studio! 2:50 - Genesis G90 review 6:00 - Corvette ZR1, ZR1X and Crazy Useless Power 18:35 - Robotaxis on the loose! 20:12 - NISMO Armada? 22:47 - AMG GTXX 27:21 - Mazda SP concept and the Rotary 29:23 - Gordon Murray Health concerns  30:30 - The Problem with Porsche 1:06:18 - Car Debate 1 - Phil in Ca needing to Move On 1:17:48 - Car Debate 2 - Michael S gets his wife her first car 1:24:44 - Car Conclusion 1 - Colin Cutler and Surprise Saabs 1:30:11 - Car Conclusion 2 - Tomas B on loss and living in the moment  1:33:04 - Did You See This? - Oblivion 1:35:15 - How to meet a neighbor with a cool car? 1:36:30 - Attending a HOD track day and not driving? 1:36:55 - Will anyone make a Singer style Miata? 1:38:40 - Do we want a cheap Grecale Trofeo? 1:39:32 - What makes good and bad boxy styling? 1:41:10 - Rate and Review if you can, until next time. Write us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 1
1 hr 44 min
1000th Podcast Episode from COTA Tower
In celebration of our 1,000th Podcast Episode, we wanted to do something BIG and Unique. But we still never imagined we'd be at the top of the Tower at Circuit of the Americas answering questions with a LIVE audience. This was recorded Live on May 31, 2025. This version has a bit of explanation at the beginning and is now available wherever you get podcasts. 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/adchoices
Jun 24
1 hr 27 min
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