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Is Porsche now just coin-operated like Ferrari, or are they still the every-man’s aspirational, world-class sports car builder? Or a mix of both? The guys debate for Logan’s friend, who is in a groove of circular car ownership and wants to break free. Car Debate #2 is for Kevin J, who has owned almost as many cars as his age! Then, Diego in Puerto Rico is a driving enthusiast, and asks for help deciding what is next for him. 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 01:08 - Porsche Announces The 911 GT3 S/C 18:20 - RIVIAN R2 Block Party 22:40 - Ford Mustang GTD Competition Takes ‘Ring Record (for now) 31:24 - EDD & HOD Events Nationwide May 2026 34:18 - Car Debate #1: Break The Cycle 55:04 - Car Debate #2: Owned As Many Cars As Your Age 1:08:32 - Car Debate #3: Cars In Puerto Rico 1:15:48 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys take on three debates for this episode! First, Rob in WY is trying to get his arms around all his cars - what to sell and how to do it? Joel in MN is in nearly the same predicament, and wants something different. Then, Jonathan in Texas wants a cheap manual car to teach his daughter the art of stick shift, but also use it to commute. Audience questions on social media ask who is the third buyer for massively depreciated EVs, can you import forbidden fruit car parts from Europe, and which is better to drive - the Mazda CX-5 or CX-50? 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 00:59 - Camaro Is Coming Back In 2027! 09:44 - VW Introduces Chinese Concepts And Kills ID.4 Production In U.S. 14:14 - Hyundai Premieres Chinese-Market ‘Earth’ And ‘Venus’ Concepts 16:15 - Driven: 2026 Lexus NX350 F Sport AWD 20:39 - Hooked On Driving Events April 2026 25:51 - Car Debate #1: Corralling The Herd 50:08 - Car Debate #2: Too Cheap To Ignore 1:05:50 - Car Debate #3: Teaching The Kids To Drive Manual 1:21:47 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Topic Tuesday, the guys finish up their ‘Peak’ car series, covering Porsche - Volvo. They debate choices for Ben E., who needs a fun commuter to replace his MINI Cooper SE, which drives like you would imagine a chatbot would drive. Then, Ben G. in New England has a towing conundrum, alongside his work vehicle needs. Social media questions ask how the guys figure out all a car’s features on press cars, what car brand offers the most interesting palette of standard colors, and Paul changes his answer from last episode… 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 00:48 - Hyundai Boulder Concept Introduced At NY Auto Show 04:15 - KIA Introduces 2027 Seltos & EV3 07:54 - Topic Tuesday: Peak Porsche - Volvo 53:46 - EDD + HOD Adventures And Events 57:48 - Car Debate #1: Longing For A Car That Talks Back 1:15:25 - Car Debate #2: Innocuous, Some Fun, Some Towing 1:28:13 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Corvette GrandSport designation has returned, now applied to the C8 generation! The guys discuss the new 6.7L V8 engine, plus news from around the industry. They debate fun yet responsible cars for Chris in Maryland, who is fighting the mid-life practicality vs. desire. Then, Drew is shopping for his wife (who doesn’t drive much), and is intrigued by all these EVs coming off lease. Should he investigate further? Social media questions ask if we’ve gone backwards with base-level small engines, what kind of car should Subaru build next, and if convertibles increase a driver’s connection with the road, why don’t the guys like them very much? 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 00:51 - C8 Corvette Grand Sport + Grand Sport X Announced! 07:17 - The Sony/Honda AFEELA EV Is Dead. 09:13 - AC Schnitzer Is Dead Too. Bummer. 11:20 - Dodge Putting The 392 Back In The Durango! 13:34 - Things CEOs Say!! 15:51 - Is A Mustang Nearly The Fastest Production Car Around The ‘Ring? 18:11 - The Next MX-5 - Will Be Super Lightweight? 20:52 - EDD & HOD Events Nationwide 25:07 - Car Debate #1: The Difference Between Responsible And Enjoyable 43:20 - Car Debate #2: What’s The Deal With All These Used EVs? 56:26 - Car Conclusion #1: Stunting Your Driving Growth? 1:00:29 - Car Conclusion #2: Can You ‘Bucket’ Car Enthusiasts? 1:04:29 - Did You See This? Project Hail Mary 1:06:19 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys forge ahead with their ‘Peak’ car series, and discuss the best eras of brands Maserati through Polestar. They debate cars that are reliable and easy to live with for Steven in New England, who is a VW Beetle enthusiast. Then, Joseph is trying to convince his wife that cars have soul, and don’t just have to be a “crossover safety pod.” 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 01:34 - BMW Officially Announces The New i3 07:22 - BMW M3 Touring 24h - No Longer A Joke 10:01 - Nissan Confirms New Z Styling + NISMO Z Details 14:22 - Topic Tuesday: Peak Maserati - Polestar 1:08:41 - EDD & HOD Events March 2026; COTA And Pilgrimage 2026 1:10:40 - Car Debate #1: The Beetle Family 1:20:53 - Car Debate #2: Convincing Your Wife That Cars Have Soul 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jakub from The Straight Pipes is selling everything! He’s in need of a Car Debate, so the guys interview him and discuss possible choices. For Car Conclusions, they reveal what listeners bought - some unexpected cars! Then, social media questions ask for the best way to introduce toddlers to cars, what is the best-looking hatchback of all time, and what are the most underrated and inexpensive ‘back-road-driving’ car choices? 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 00:42 - News: Mercedes-Benz Introduces…A Van! 4:32 - News: Porsche’s EV Cayman/Boxster Still Alive? 8:44 - Topic Tuesday: It’s Really Jakub! A Live Car Debate 44:38 - EDD & HOD Events: March 2026 47:21 - Car Conclusion #1: An Engine Wearing A Truck 51:00 - Car Conclusion #2: Buying More Cars Than You Thought 54:14 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*the guys apologize in advance for less-than-ideal backup audio that only lasts until 41:57. But it’s a fun discussion and worth listening until they swap to primary audio! Thanks for your understanding!* Covering ten OEMs for ‘Peak INFINITI - Lucid,’ the guys utilize two different strategies of evaluating the most notable cars from each manufacturer. They generate ideas for Chris D. In West VA, who wants a long term car and needs to keep the parents happy. Then, David is a 100% car enthusiast who lives in NY, but loves country back roads too. He only wants to add quirky, unique and fun to the fleet - what should he buy next? 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 00:12 - Lotus For Me?!? What’s That? 6:56 - Hyundai Ioniq 6 Sales Discontinued In U.S. 8:47 - Peak Car (INFINITI - Lucid) 1:14:17 - EDD + HOD Events And Adventures 2026 1:16:55 - Car Debate #1: Pleasing The Parents 1:30:02 - Car Debate #2: Only Add More! 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys continue their ‘Peak’ series, discussing what eras, decades or particular cars represented the peak for each manufacturer. This episode covers Ferrari through Hyundai. They provide choices to help Brandon in the midwest, who needs to get rid of project cars and consolidate his fleet. Then, Michael in MI is longing for fun again, so what should he buy that can still accommodate his growing family? Audience questions ask what company makes the best & worst car horns, what items do the guys carry in their personal cars, and will there be more T-shirts coming? 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 01:19 - Lamborghini Abandons Lanzador EV Supercar 02:18 - Rivian Announces Rivian Adventure Department (RAD) 03:23 - StarterMotor.co Younger Classics For New Enthusiasts 05:40 - Peak Car (Ferrari - Hyundai) 1:00:35 - 2026 EDD + HOD Adventures And Events 1:04:03 - Car Debate #1: The Great Consolidation 1:20:19 - Car Debate #2: Permission To Buy A Fun Car First 1:28:12 - Did You See This? 1:32:35 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys contemplate the question of ‘peak car.’ When were cars from each manufacturer at their very best, and will they peak again? Then, Kevin K. Is conflicted about Mustangs and wants a new GT, but isn’t sure what’s for him. Jason Z. in MI is sold on EVs and wants to pay cash, but what’s available for $30k that’s good? Car conclusions include updates about test drives and the $1 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 00:19 - Alpine A110 To Become An EV 04:10 - Scout Motors Needs More Time 09:38 - Topic Tuesday: “Peak Car” For Each Brand (A - D) 14:35 - Paul’s List Of Peak Cars (A - D) 31:06 - Todd’s List Of Peak Cars (A - D) 56:49 - EDD & HOD Events March 2026 And Beyond 59:32 - Car Debate #1: Feeling Conflicted About Mustangs 1:11:31 - Car Debate #2: Sold On EVs 1:23:32 - Car Conclusion #1: We’re In The Back Of Your Mind 1:26:31 - Car Conclusion #2: The $1 Car Update 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Topic Tuesday, the guys think about which revived nameplates are the best and worst! They take on debates for Tiyash B., who has a growing family and wonders how to balance his life with learning to drive on track. Then, Tommy in TX asks if there’s a two-into-one consolidation option to get all the benefits of a sedan, while still having sports car characteristics? Social media questions ask what is the ideal engine swap, did Mazda make a mistake by dramatically changing their interior controls, and is there room in the 911 lineup for a new 912? 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 00:42 - EDD Season 12 Now On Amazon Prime 02:57 - Cadillac F1 Team Being Sued; An F1 Movie Sequel? 13:58 - Ferrari EV ‘Luce’ Interior Revealed! 34:13 - 2027 Toyota Highlander EV Revealed 38:13 - Topic Tuesday: Revived Nameplates - Best 3 + Worst 3 1:01:08 - EDD + HOD Events 2026 1:04:50 - Car Debate #1 - Prolong The Wait Or Buy Now? 1:20:63 - Car Debate #2 - Should Two Become One? 1:28:10 - Did You See This? 1:39:49 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys are asked the question to which most enthusiasts try to answer when buying their next fun car: Where is the soul of a car? They debate for Marc O. In KY, who is reluctant to drive his current fun car because it’s a special edition. Then, Jared in CO is a dad with a long commute, but his kids love watching him shift gears - should he get two cars? Social media questions ask if the guys got new cameras, are they sad about Sundance Film Festival departing Park City, and are your car tastes allowed to change over the years? 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 00:01 - Thoughts On The Prelude 04:15 - Freedom 250: The Grand Prix Of Washington, D.C. 08:32 - Topic Tuesday: Where Is The Soul Of A Car? 45:30 - EDD + HOD Events 2026 48:31 - Car Debate #1: When Is A Car Disposable? 1:08:15 - Car Debate #2: For This Time In Your Life 1:24:08 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys discuss modern car interiors with screens, and how the driving experience compares to cars of the past. Who does interiors right, and who does interiors badly? They debate single-car autobahn choices for Joshua in Germany, whose back is hurting from the long distances. Then, Brandon in TN has a perfectly sorted garage. So why is he looking for what’s next? Social media questions ask how to make road trips better for your girlfriend, will there be more competition in the small-truck segment, and will the guys ever be back on Motor Trend TV? 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 00:21 - Prelude Video Is Coming! 01:57 - Genesis Reveals Off-Road X Scorpio Concept + Desert Editions 05:36 - 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Introduced 12:05 - Honda 3.5L V6 Engine Recall 14:25 - Topic Tuesday: Screens Suck. Also, Interior Design Hits And Misses 47:53 - EDD & HOD National And European Adventures 2026 51:25 - Car Debate #1: Long, High-Speed Autobahn Commute 1:04:04 - Car Debate #2: In The Name Of Research 1:17:04 -  Car Conclusion #1: On The Edge Of Self-Restraint 1:19:57 - Car Conclusion #2: Will Volvo Ever Bring Back Performance? 1:21:54 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if you can turn someone into a car enthusiast? Namely, family members. But what about your friends? They help Aron Q in Toronto decide if swapping a 911 for a CTR is a good move. Then, Mike B in Washington wonders what $12k SUV is good for him? Audience questions ask the guys’ thoughts on where they would consider living, what’s their least-favorite performance add-on, and Track/Daily/Crush returns! 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 01:37 - Longbow Motors Configurator Is Live 04:56 - Toyota Officially States The MR2 Is Coming 08:25 - How Many People Are Buying Manuals? 16:09 - Topic Tuesday: Can You Turn Someone Into A Car Enthusiast? 41:59 - EDD Adventures & HOD Track Events 46:08 - Car Debate #1: Swap 911 For CTR? 1:01:36 - Car Debate #2: What’s Good At $12K? 1:11:32 - Car Conclusion #1: Discovering The Audi E-Tron GT 1:15:00 - Car Conclusion #2: A Massive Enthusiast Jump 1:16:16 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys wrestle with a Topic Tuesday from Adam W., who is angry at his AWD system. Is AWD a safety feature, or is it made irrelevant with modern tires that are correctly suited for the job? Then, the guys debate two coincidental stories that are so similar they could almost be written by the same person. For Car Conclusions, Jay with the hammer is back with a report, and André in LA loves MINIs so much it’s a good thing they got bigger. 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 00:29 - Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Revealed 02:48 - Honda Base Station Prototype Announced  10:04 - Corvette ZR-1X: The New YouTube Car! 18:18 - Topic Tuesday: AWD Is Dumb 49:15 - Nationwide Events With EDD and HOD 54:19 - Car Debate #1: Mistakes Were Made! 1:18:56 - Car Debate #2: Should I Even Bother To Buy Another Fun Car? 1:32:52 - Car Conclusion #1: Jay, The Crazy Person With The Hammer 1:34:47 - Car Conclusion #2: Swapping MINI For MINI 1:36:15 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys take on a thought exercise for Topic Tuesday, and imagine the Perfect Car Day. Where is it? What cars? What’s the occasion? They debate sensible choices for Ben G., whose wife has an irrational love for Challengers with a V-8! Then, Keith V. has a growing family and wants a fun car that will also accommodate a toddler. Social media questions ask about upcoming 2026 Utah Adventures, and what decal package would the guys put on their 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 00:34 - Toyota Announces A Mid-Engine…Vehicle? 03:05 - Topic Tuesday: The Perfect Car Day 06:07 - Paul’s Perfect Car Day 17:28 - Todd’s Perfect Car Day 30:25 - EDD Adventures & Hooked On Driving Announcements: *Register Here for PILGRIMAGE 2026: everydaydriver.com/adventures *Nationwide U.S. Track Events with Hooked On Driving: hookedondriving.com 37:55 - Car Debate #1: Irrational V-8 Love 58:37 - Car Debate #2: A Fun Car That Can Toddler 1:11:19 - Car Conclusion #1: Ain’t No School Like The Old School 1:13:29 - Car Conclusion #2: Looks New, But It’s Not 1:17:03 - 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 [email protected] or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices