Spike's Car Radio - Spike Feresten

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Larry Chen's Ultimate R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R Nov 05, 2025

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Spike and Jonny dive into luxury Maybach vehicles, share near-death driving experiences, and welcome legendary automotive photographer Larry Chen. Highlights include a hilarious take on the Maybach SL 680 as the perfect "newly divorced car" and Larry's hilarious attempt to photograph the Royal Family of Brunei's car collection. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com Listen to a new audio-only Jerry Seinfeld episode on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🔵 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 🎧 Raycon - Pocket-Sized Sound for Active Days Get 20% off the Everyday Earbuds Classic https://buyraycon.com/spike 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com ______________________________________________ Spike and Jonny kick off with World Series baseball talk before recounting Spike's terrifying experience nearly getting crushed by a tree while driving the Maybach SL 680 (followed immediately by getting rear-ended). The hosts deliver an in-depth analysis of both the SL 680 and S680 Maybach models, debating their merits, quirks, and whether the 6-figure price tag is justified compared to Rolls Royce and Bentley alternatives. Special guest Larry Chen joins to discuss his storied career documenting global car culture. As a Canon Explorer of Light, Larry shares fascinating insights about organized car meets in Asia and his beautifully restored Nissan Skyline R34 GTR. The conversation ranges from photography techniques to the importance of creating safe, legal spaces for car enthusiasts to gather. _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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NASCAR's Daniel Suárez on Going LAST to FIRST Oct 29, 2025

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This week, Spike is joined by NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez as they dive into his historic racing career, mental resilience, and passion for classic car collecting. Highlights include Daniel sharing the emotional story of reclaiming his childhood Volkswagen bus and his perspective on NASCAR's evolution. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com Listen to a new audio-only Jerry Seinfeld episode on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🎧 Raycon - Pocket-Sized Sound for Active Days Get 20% off the Everyday Earbuds Classic https://buyraycon.com/spike 🛞 Vredestein - Car, SUV, Van, and Light Truck Tires Demand a better tire. Demand Vredestein. https://vredestein.com 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com ______________________________________________ Daniel Suárez takes us through his remarkable journey from being a young car enthusiast in Mexico to making history as the first Mexican driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma. He shares insights about starting from 39th place after switching to a backup car and the mental fortitude required to achieve a first place victory. Daniel also discusses his thrilling Atlanta Motor Speedway win with its photo-finish ending, his rigorous training regimen, and the extreme challenges of racing including communication difficulties and intense heat inside the car. The conversation shifts to Daniel's personal life, including his childhood working in his father's car restoration shop, his Volkswagen collection, and the heartwarming story of reacquiring a VW bus his father had restored. Daniel also reveals his pre-race rituals, his controversial thoughts on the movie "Talladega Nights," and more! _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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James Pumphrey on Nissan's slow death and totaling WRXs Oct 22, 2025

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James Pumphrey from Speeed returns to the garage to discuss everything from saving Nissan to totaling sportscars. Highlights include James' controversial proposal for testing male enhancement products and a heated debate about a questionable Porsche dealership promotion involving Pilates models. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🔵 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com ______________________________________________ James and Spike celebrate one year of Speeed, revealing insider tips on creating compelling videos and the creative process. The conversation takes serious turns discussing the addictive nature of social media, with both hosts advocating for digital detoxes. Car enthusiasts will enjoy James' expert breakdown on the best beginner drift cars, why Nissan deserves saving, and their analysis of BMW's misunderstood logo. The guys break down the surprising Diesel Brothers arrest, the most regretted college majors, and products from 1975 vs 2025. The episode closes with fashion advice for car guys and an intriguing discussion about AI's impact on content creation. _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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SCR Live at Pebble Beach w/ Jerry Seinfeld Oct 21, 2025

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Originally released on Patreon. Watch more bonus SCR content at https://www.patreon.com/SpikesCarRadio

Live from Car Week, Spike and Jerry Seinfeld dive into the obsessions and absurdities of car culture, joined by Matt Farah, Jonny Lieberman, and Paul Zuckerman. The crew debates "moment cars," the fleeting happiness of acquisitions, and why we form emotional attachments to metal objects.

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We Decide the Car of the Year: Temerario vs Mustang GTD vs GT3 vz ZR1 Oct 15, 2025

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Spike reunites with Matt Farah to break down their experiences at Audrain Newport Concours and Car Week, Jay Leno's mansion, and Matt's custom Myers Manx. The duo dives into the Ford Mustang GTD, Czinger 21C hypercar, and Road & Track's Performance Car of the Year competition. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🔋 Battery Tender - Premium Battery Chargers & Power Products Get 15% off your order with code SPIKE911 https://www.batterytender.com ______________________________________________ Spike kicks things off with tales from Audrain Newport Car Week, sharing his experiences at Jay Leno's mansion and smoking cigars with the legend himself. Matt reveals details about his custom Myers Manx with its stratospheric blue metallic gel coat, beach-themed interior, and hot dog shifter knob. Matt then delivers an unfiltered review of the Ford Mustang GTD (huge but impressive) and the mind-blowing Czinger 21C, which he calls "the fastest thing I've ever driven" and "pure lunacy." The conversation shifts to Road & Track's Performance Car of the Year competition, with Matt subtly hinting at the Corvette ZR1's and Lamborghini Temerario's strong performance. The episode wraps with a practical solution to the Porsche 718 Spyder RS top fault problem, proving once again that sometimes the simplest fixes are the most elusive. _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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Our 1980s Range Rover Is a Rolling Terrarium Oct 08, 2025

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Spike and the crew prepare for the Audrain Concours & Motor Week while discussing everything from Cameron's Ineos Grenadier adventure to Zuckerman's rare Italian-market 1990 BMW E30 320is. The guys also review the 1982 Range Rover Classic and declare the new Cadillac Optiq better than a Tesla Model Y. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🔵 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com ______________________________________________ From luxury car events and vintage SUVs, to bizarre Chinese EV battery ejection systems, this episode covers it all with the usual mix of automotive expertise and unfiltered humor. Producer Cameron shares his evolving relationship with the rugged SCR Ineos Grenadier after taking it on a Malibu date, while Zuckerman recounts his quest to acquire one of only 286 two-door BMW 320is models ever made. The crew then weighs in on the "P***s Man" graffiti phenomenon sweeping Tempe, Arizona, and debates whether the Cadillac Optiq delivers a more complete package than Tesla's Model Y at the same price point. _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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Jay Leno's Porsche-Killing Mustang Oct 01, 2025

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Comedy legend Jay Leno returns to the garage for a high-octane conversation about cars, comedy, and controversies. They dive into free speech in comedy, the upcoming Audrain Concours d'Elegance, and Ford's innovative GTD, all while sharing unfiltered opinions and insider automotive knowledge. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🪙 Acre Gold - Gold Investment Has Never Been Easier Visit https://GetAcreGold.com/SPIKE911 to start building your gold stash! ______________________________________________ Jay Leno pulls no punches as he discusses the importance of free speech in comedy, referencing Jimmy Kimmel's return to television and drawing parallels to historical censorship cases. The conversation shifts gears to Ford's electrifying Mustang GTD, with Leno arguing it represents excellent value despite its high price tag, thanks to its advanced technology and Multimatic construction. Spike and Jay also dive into Chris Harris and Max Verstappen's incredible Nürburgring run, the reimagining of Willow Springs Raceway, the growing threat of Chinese electric cars, and they pay tribute to Tom Matano, the late designer of the iconic Mazda Miata. Throughout the episode, Jay shares candid stories about his experiences with corporate responsibility, his failed attempt to pass "Leno's Law" for vintage car emissions, and why he'll never run for political office, quipping that "politics is show business for ugly people." Don't forget to get tickets to Audrain Concours to see the SCR crew! https://www.audrainconcours.com _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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Mint Condition: Baiju Bhatt's Perfect Porsche 964 RS Sep 24, 2025

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Spike is joined by the crew to talk cars, comedy, and a special guest interview with Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood. They dive into the Bridge car show, Porsche's future lineup shakeup, and a controversial center-steering Porsche mod. Plus, Baiju Bhatt shows off his Porsche 964 RS and reveals his new venture Aetherflux — delivering energy from space via LASERS! ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🔵 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🔥 Huel - Fuel Your Lifestyle Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only with code SPIKE911 at https://huel.com/spike911 (Minimum $75 purchase) 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com ______________________________________________ The crew talks sickness paranoia before diving into the Bridge Hampton Concours and its curated selection of manual transmission cars. Jonny defends his trip to the show while the hosts relentlessly roast Cameron for his poor producing performance throughout the episode. Later, Porsche's stock meeting reveals conflicting information about the future of the 718 with both ICE and BEV versions planned. Jonny reviews the massive Cadillac Escalade IQL, praising its features while Zuckerman debates its aesthetics. In "Hot Mod or Hot Mess," the crew unanimously condemns a center-steering Porsche 997.2 conversion. Zuckerman provides legal analysis of a bizarre metal rod impalement case, followed by terrifying windshield impact stories. The highlight is Baiju Bhatt's interview, discussing Robinhood's origin, his new venture Aetherflux (delivering energy via space lasers), and his impressive car collection including his Daytona Shelby build and Porsche obsession. Don't forget to get tickets to Audrain Concours to see the SCR crew! https://www.audrainconcours.com _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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We Drove Two $2M Hypercars! Sep 17, 2025

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Zack Klapman returns to the garage as the guys dive into hypercars, speed records, and wild automotive news stories. Zack shares his experiences driving two $2 million hypercars back-to-back: the innovative Czinger 21C V MAX and the controversial SSC Tuatara. ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com JOIN THE SCR PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/spikescarradio 🔋 Battery Tender - Premium Battery Chargers & Power Products Get 15% off your order with code SPIKE911 https://www.batterytender.com 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE356 https://RaceDeck.com 🛞 Vredestein - Car, SUV, Van, and Light Truck Tires Demand a better tire. Demand Vredestein. https://vredestein.com ______________________________________________ From the tandem seating and 3D-printed structure of the Czinger 21C to the speed record controversy surrounding the SSC Tuatara, the gang gets deep into what makes these hypercars special. The conversation shifts to the polarizing Ferrari Testarossa redesign, the track-ready Ford Mustang Dark Horse, and some truly bizarre automotive news—including a man who drove an F1 car on public roads for years and a Canadian arrested for drunk driving a toy Barbie car. Don't miss updates on the Willow Springs event featuring Matt Farah's live podcast on October 11th, and check out the SCR Patreon for exclusive content including the Pebble Beach show and Grenadier test drive!

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Saying Goodbye to These Cars in 2026 Sep 10, 2025

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Spike celebrates his birthday weekend with an Auratium Green Porsche 718 Spyder RS, while he and Zuckerman debate keeping both the Spyder and the 911 S/T. The hosts dive into spec'ing a GT3 Touring, reviewing the GMC Sierra EV AT4, and dish on controversial EV paddle shifters that Jonny calls "the stupidest thing in the whole world." ______________________________________________ BUY SCR MERCH! https://spikescarradio.com 🔥 Huel - Fuel Your Lifestyle Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only with code SPIKE911 at https://huel.com/spike911 (Minimum $75 purchase) 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🪙 Acre Gold - Gold Investment Has Never Been Easier Visit https://GetAcreGold.com/SPIKE911 to start building your gold stash! 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com ______________________________________________ This week's episode delivers everything car enthusiasts could want - from Spike and Zuckerman's detailed journey spec'ing their dream GT3 Touring with the Porsche Exclusive team to Jonny's candid review of the $93,000 GMC Sierra EV AT4. The crew debates the practicality of backseats in 911s, analyzes Porsche's controversial move to add fake shifters and engine noises to EVs, and shares the exciting news about their long-term Ineos Grenadier loaner. The guys also reflect on vehicles being discontinued by 2026, share a viral story of a breakdancing hero at a town meeting, and provide practical advice about taking performance driving classes after watching a GT3 crash video. Plus, catch details about the upcoming Audrain Concours event that the guys will be attending! _____________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Neon Tiger Media: contact@neontiger.media 🌐 or visit: https://scrpod.com/sponsor Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media

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