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The Perfect Daily Driver Doesn't Exist Sep 28, 2026

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Doug is on a quest for the perfect winter daily driver, and after ruling out a graveyard of Porsches, wagons, and diesels, the guys deliver a hard diagnosis: no single car can do it all. Plus, we into airbags, cameras, and driver aids that aren't really making the roads safer.

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https://www.econlib.org/library/Columns/y2014/McKenzieTullock.html

https://www.bts.gov/content/motor-vehicle-safety-data

https://cdan.dot.gov/tsftables/Fatalities%20and%20Fatality%20Rates.pdf

https://www.iihs.org/research-areas/fatality-statistics/detail/yearly-snapshot

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https://www.energy.ca.gov/proceeding/replacement-tire-efficiency-program-proceeding

Tread Lightly, California Sep 14, 2026

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California's new tire efficiency standards claim to save billions but the math tells a different story. We run the numbers, poke holes in the testing, and ask why the state won't just cut their gas tax instead. Plus, a dealership empire built on $300 million in debt comes crashing down.

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https://www.tractionnews.com/lenos-law-passes-california-legislature/

https://www.energy.ca.gov/data-reports/energy-almanac/transportation-energy/california-gasoline-data-facts-and-statistics

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/news-and-media/dmv-statistics/

https://www.hoover.org/research/tire-regulations-should-california-tread-lightly

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Plate to Sample Supercut Sep 08, 2026

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Doug and Tyler are off this week so, in place of a regular episode, let's look back on some of our favorite plate to sample moments over the past three seasons.

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Mayhem at Woodward & Record Setting Auctions Aug 24, 2026

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This past weekend, we went to Woodward Dream Cruise; the Monterey of the Midwest! Holy smokes, though, was it utter mayhem. Is Woodward going to be around for much longer?

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https://www.vice.com/en/article/speeding-barely-saves-you-any-time-new-study-finds/

Study Finds Speeding Doesn't Save Any Time Aug 10, 2026

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A new study is making the claim that speeding doesn't save you any time; let's jump into what about that article is valid and what may not be so valid. Also, we'll get into some auctions and play Plate to Sample.

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https://www.autoblog.com/news/bmw-infotainment-gets-spider-man-ads-owners-irritated

https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a73317504/police-wearing-shrubs-not-a-cop-shirt-catch-74-distracted-drivers-in-6-hours/

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US pensioner shocked by her racy new car licence plate

Unintentionally Vulgar License Plates & Flock Cameras Jul 27, 2026

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An elderly woman is shocked when she receives her randomly assigned license plate in the mail. Plus, Doug and Tyler discuss the usage of Flock Cameras, AI, and self-driving cars.

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All Cars Sold in the EU Now Require a Camera Aimed at Your Face.

Flock Says Its Cameras Worked ‘Correctly’ When Police Tracked and Ambushed Me for No Reason

Crashes up despite speed camera crackdown: I-Team

Mississippi’s New AI Cameras Can Catch You Texting At 186 MPH

Your Neighborhood Garbage Truck Is About to Start Spying on You. Your Car Already Did, and Got Fined for It.

South Carolina Police Asking For Public’s Help After Flock Cameras Are Cut Down

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"My Cars Are Investments, So I Barely Do Any Maintenance" Jul 13, 2026

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Doug has some thoughts on market "speculators" and investment vehicles this week. Plus, we'll get into Doug's experience Lemons racing, too.

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How We Got Involved in the Car Community (& How You Can Too!) Jun 29, 2026

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We've ranted/debated about the current state of car culture several times on the podcast, but this week, let's look at the car community in a more positive light, discussing how we got involved in our local car scene and how you can, as well.

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The Future of the Car Community Jun 15, 2026

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We've talked in the past about what we think of car culture and what we think is good and bad about it, but now we're seeing a trend with "boomer boards" showing up with Porsche, Aston Martin, and Ferrari owners. What can we infer about the car community form this?

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