Everyday Driver Car Debate

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

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

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

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

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