Everyday Driver Car Debate

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497: Atari Tech, Drive The Posters, Puppy Lean Apr 28, 2020

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The guys discuss car technology for Topic Tuesday, specifically related to leasing vs. owning. Brandon C. in Atlanta questions the need to update tech every 3-5 years, or will Apple Carplay and Android Auto suffice? Then, the conversation turns to a subject the guys have never attempted to cover: dedicating your life to owning a dream car. Eric in NM asks if this is worthy of a life’s pursuit. Social media questions ask why formerly heavy cars are now considered lightweight, which ugly cars drive better than expected, and how do you avoid tunnel vision while driving on a straight road?

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496: New Fiat Garage, Boat In A Box, Drug Side Effects Apr 24, 2020

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When struggling with the thought of changing over your entire garage, there’s always lingering fear you might miss a detail. Chip in Atlanta, GA is going through mental gymnastics to figure out the best combination of fun car and commuter. Then, Keith R. in Arizona wants to combine a couple cars into one, and needs suggestions. Social media questions ask how friends can share ownership of a car, can you improve steering feel with a smaller wheel, and what if the Cayman were all electric?

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495: Most Significant, Do The Dance, Donut Run Apr 21, 2020

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What are the most significant cars from the last decade? The guys discuss this for Topic Tuesday, and then debate anything but SUVs! Felix S. in northern VA is a Toyota guy, owns 3 SUVs and wants to know what the best ‘dad’ car is. Social media questions ask what racetracks can do to attract a more youth market, what’s the guys’ worst drone crash, and what did they think after their first track day?

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494: Renovation Budget, All The Brakes, Analysis Paralysis Apr 17, 2020

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Renovating your home is normal. But renovating your fleet? That’s the question David L. in Philadelphia asks the guys, who debate what cars should remain or get sold. Then, Shawn in MA is helping his mom select a new car. All they have are Toyotas, and Shawn is hoping she can branch out. Social media questions ask how to teach driving skills to new drivers, how do you overcome paralysis by analysis, and why do instructors teach you to brush the brakes before turn-in?

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493: Blurry Models, The Forever Car, No Mechanical Sympathy Apr 14, 2020

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What is the recipe for ‘affordable’ fun cars in the future? Will they even exist? The guys tackle this for Topic Tuesday, and then debate a “forever car” for Jarod R. in Ohio. Social media questions ask what cosmetic items should be repaired when selling, are high or low miles better for a used EV, and is it bad to rev your car in neutral?

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492: No Light Bar, A Million Over Budget, M-Branded WiFi Apr 10, 2020

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Car enthusiast families can disagree on their taste in cars, but fun cars always remain agreed upon. Nathan in Wisconsin used to flip used police cars bought at auctions, but now he wants to stick with something for longer term. Then, Go M. in Japan wants his wife to love driving, and trying to decide what the best choice for her might be. Social media questions ask about society’s changing outlook on cars and driving, what cars are perfect on paper but still not appealing, and what’s the best decade for car design?

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491: Dogs & Surfboards, Cheap To Own, Wheel Buttons Apr 07, 2020

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Car conclusions are the Topic Tuesday – listeners write with stories of what they bought, from inexpensive family car choices to cheap Porsches. Dustin K. and his wife are moving out of NYC, and re-starting their car ownership journey. Social media questions ask which normal cars have aged the best, can steering wheel design encourage driver attentiveness, and regarding cars that were expensive when brand new – do the guys say ‘good buy’ or goodbye?

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490: Ugly Toes, Lotus Cul-de-Sac, Suspension vs. Tires Apr 03, 2020

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Getting your friends’ approval for the car you want to buy is important – the guys debate for Cristian G. in Denver, CO. Then, Zach S. in Philly is a builder and wrencher, but can’t decide between another project car and something ready to drive. Social media questions include project cars for teenagers, is the art of car design now lost, and will offroad tires exaggerate worn suspension?

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489: McKeel Hagerty, Car Enthusiast Requirements, Mid-Engines II Mar 31, 2020

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For Topic Tuesday, the guys spend time with McKeel Hagerty, the CEO of Hagerty, to discuss how it all started, the company’s current position in the automotive industry, and the future of driving. Social media questions ask about interior of 80’s cars, what’s the skill level required for the Pilgrimage trip, and is knowing how to drive a manual transmission a requirement to be a car enthusiast?

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488: The Kids Have Needs, Start In Florida, Magnet For Misfortune Mar 27, 2020

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Will your kids care or remember what car their parents drove? More often than not, the guys say yes! Jason V. is seeking a fun car his kids can be proud of, so it’s time to search for options. Then, Corey’s friends all have fun sports cars, and he needs something impressive but low-priced to compete. Social media questions ask if a cheap power increase contradicts tuning-out-of-class calculus, what cars do the guys NOT recommend buying, and do they think cars can be cursed?

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