Konig - Behind The Wheel Podcast

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The rise of PERFORMANCE SEDANS… Are 4 doors better than 2? Oct 28, 2026

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Nick and Matt break down the modern lineup of enthusiast sedans—from heavy hitters like the Honda Civic Type R and Acura Integra Type S to the best performance 4-doors on the market today.

OEM+ vs. Custom Builds: What’s the BEST Way to Build a Car? Oct 14, 2026

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How far should you go when modifying your car? Is an OEM+ build the perfect balance of factory styling and tasteful upgrades, or is going fully custom with aftermarket parts the best way to build something truly unique? Is there even really a correct answer?

The Best & Worst factory wheels… “WHY ARE THE WHEELS SQUARE?!” Sep 30, 2026

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Matt and Nick talk about why project cars are almost never truly complete. As new technology, new parts, and new ideas come along, there’s always something else you could add, upgrade, replace, or improve.

Is Your Project Car Ever Going To Be Officially “Finished?” Sep 16, 2026

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SMILES per MILE: Here’s why driving a slow car FAST is more fun… Sep 02, 2026

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Matt and Nick break down why lightweight sports cars like the Mazda Miata and Honda S2000 often deliver more SMILES PER MILE than high-horsepower beasts like the Toyota Supra or Dodge Hellcat.

The Fast & Furious Effect: How One Movie Changed Car Culture Aug 19, 2026

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When the movie hit theaters in 2001, it didn't just become a blockbuster—it introduced an entire generation to a world of cars, tuning, racing, wheels, and underground car culture.

Are MINI-TRUCKs here to stay? We hope so…. Aug 05, 2026

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Nick and Matt discuss the resurgence of compact performance trucks and why enthusiasts are excited again. From icons like the GMC Syclone and Ford SVT Lightning to Ford's new Maverick Lobo & 300T, we explore what's driving the renewed interest in fun, practical trucks.

Buy AMERICAN for your next build? Jul 22, 2026

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We're talking about the state of American muscle cars in 2026. Despite changing regulations and the industry's shift toward electrification, manufacturers like Dodge and Ford are still delivering high-horsepower performance cars that keep the muscle car spirit alive.

OVERRATED “JDM Legend”? 🤔 (Trigger Warning) Jul 08, 2026

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We debate some of the most iconic Japanese performance cars ever built and decide which ones are actually underrated, which ones have become overrated, and which models deserve a second look.

America’s car scene has a problem… Jun 24, 2026

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For decades, America was considered the epicenter of import tuner culture. From packed parking lots and late-night street meets to the glory days of magazines like Super Street and Import Tuner, the U.S. helped shape modern car culture as we know it.
But has that changed?

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