Best Zac Ali Podcasts (2024)

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911 GTS T-Hybrid Review; Car Show Problems; Predicting the Future 1:46:29

2d ago1:46:29

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about why police "hassle" cars & coffee events; Mazda's color choices; Matt's drive in the new and controversial 911 GTS T-Hybrid a NEW Bentley problem; Are superbikes the cheap hypercar experience? and answer listener questions including: When 3rd party warranties are worth it? Which car is the best 5-10 year inves…

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What's a "Classic" Car?; GM's Biggest Error 1:16:00

4d ago1:16:00

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What defines a "classic car"? We'll figure it out...we think. Plus, the Bentley Turbo R might not be the ultimate daily driver Matt thought it was; Matt reunites with a college friend of the musical variety; we get the cheapest Land Cruiser available; and more! Recorded July 1, 2024 Head to https://www.FACTORMEALS.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to …

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Jamal Hameedi is Why Rad Vehicles Exist 1:30:24

11d ago1:30:24

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How did Ford build the GT in 18 months? Why did they create a new truck segment with the Raptor, and how has that thinking bled over to Land Rover? Jamal Hameedi is the answer. He is the Director of Special Vehicle Operations at Jaguar Land Rover and the reason Land Rover is debuting the fastest and most exciting Defender to date: the Octa. Before …

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Reviews of theAMG GT, Alfa Giulia, and Cayenne; Best Indy Pace Cars; Q&A 1:38:57

16d ago1:38:57

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about their test drives in the 2024 AMG GT & Alfa Giulia; review the new Cayenne GTS; laugh their way through choosing their favorite Indy Pace Cars (w/ drivers) of all time; try to help a listener find a V8 unicorn; get shocked by the price of an amazing used sports car; clarify when and how a car company will hand…

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Victoria Scott on Driving, Writing, and Breaking Through 1:29:15

18d ago1:29:15

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Victoria Scott is a Motor1.com Staff Writer with previous work at The Drive, Jalopnik, Hemmings, Car Bibles, and other outlets. Her photography books focus on aviation, Americana, and queer life. On this episode we talk about SO many things! Her new book; how car culture can be an accepting place; the magic of the Indy 500; driving Honda's 8-figure…

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J Ryan and the Future of Car Meets 1:48:32

23d ago1:48:32

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J Ryan (along with his wife, Nicole) are the two minds who created the Good Vibes Breakfast Club, a car meet that happens at the top of Angeles Crest Highway every Friday morning. They started going up there during Covid to get away and others began to join them. It's grown to be one of the most respected car gatherings in Southern California. Clos…

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Lucid in the Sky with Range Anxiety 1:48:12

25d ago1:48:12

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman are returning from an incredible, multi-faceted track day at Sonoma Raceway hosted by Range Energy. While there they got to experience what might be the future of the trucking industry, deploy their Lucid Sapphire's 1,234HP on the road course, slide around in a beautiful BMW 2002, and nearly get to drive a very special E…

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Police chases; Alex Choi; Used EV shopping; Q&A 1:32:03

1M ago1:32:03

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss the dangers of police chases; our upcoming time in the 1,234HP Lucid Sapphire; Alex Choi going to jail for a helicopter video; why buying a used Porsche Taycan might be better than a new Macan electric; provide more info on the GR Corolla's apparent differential issues; Recorded June 10, 2024 Head to the Apple Ap…

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Ford CEO Jim Farley 1:03:00

1M ago1:03:00

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Jim Farley is the CEO of Ford Motor Co. On this episode we talk about his awesome vintage racing experience; how he went pro for the upcoming Mustang GTD; why they made the GTD; the reason Ford pivoted from full autonomous cars; why hybrids are important; that sedan thing; and more! https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a42579850/ford-ceo-jim-fa…

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Forbidden Roads; GRC Diff Problems; Lexus GX550 review; Q&A 1:32:05

1M ago1:32:05

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman are back to review the 2024 Lexus GX550 and 2024 Macan Electric Turbo; investigate the GR Corolla's alleged differential issues; discuss why its silly to try keeping a road "secret"; hot swap battery tech might not be dead; and answer Patreon questions including: - Will a V10 M5 lose its allure and is it a good canyon ca…

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Garrett Reed (@Americanmusclehd) 1:34:11

1M ago1:34:11

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Garrett Reed is the content creator behind @americanmuscleHD , an Instagram account with 2.4M followers. He dailies a 2014 Cadillac Escalade ESV, has a SWEET 1984 Monte Carlo SS project in the garage, and a 1989 K5 Blazer project truck. On this show we talk about his recent drive in the C8 Corvette E-Ray; why Matt doesn't like the ESV; the Pismo Be…

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Zac Mertens - The cowboy hat HOONIGAN 1:33:00

1M ago1:33:00

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Zac Mertens (@Mister_Zachary) was the literal voice of HOONIGAN. Among loud cars he was even louder, as he was one of two people (alongside Corey Hosford) who would MC the HOONIGAN Burn Yard shows. He's also known for his love of doing big burnouts in loud square body trucks, rating the idle of people's cars, hurting his back jumping a car in the o…

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Top 5 Movie Cars; TST's Plague; Bad Mods, Q&A 1:37:15

2M ago1:37:15

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We are back after a rough week! Matt Farah and Zack Klapman compare their Top 5 Movie Cars of all time; tell the tale of the plague that befell TST; and answer Patreon questions including: Our favorite fish-out-of-water car-spotting memory How to setup new shocks on an old car Our biggest modification mistakes Cheap cars with paint that looks expen…

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Tesla Fights a Train; Indy 500; MachE Rally; Ioniq vs Macan EV 56:06

2M ago56:06

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Recorded from the Hyundai Ioniq 5N, we're in the canyons talking about the Indy 500, Ioniq 5 N vs Macan EV, talking about a Tesla that tried to fight a train, answering questions, discussing when gimmicks are a good thing, why brands should (or should not) cling to history, too much adjustability, why an event that appears like a race isn't, and mo…

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Jonny Lieberman is Locked Out 1:59:22

2M ago1:59:22

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Jonny Lieberman returns to talk about the Lucid Sapphire; how we deal with imposter syndrome; the Corvette Z06; he asks about the Ioniq 5 N; we wax about the magic of Aston; and more! Recorded May 17, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. That is Autotempest.com slash tire and star…

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THE Guide to So Cal Car Things 1:18:57

2M ago1:18:57

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Our most-asked question is always about "What should car enthusiasts do when visiting Southern California". So here's the definitive list of things! Plus Q&A about: Why didn't you buy a Michael Schumacher watch? Which generation of Acura RDX do we like? Porsche might sell the Turbo with a manual only!! Will 4 cyl. Boxster/Cayman ever hit $30,000? W…

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Aston Vantage Review; Smoky 600 Stories; Weird Postcard; Q&A 1:31:11

2M ago1:31:11

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Zack returns from Spain where he spent time testing the all-new 2025 Aston Martin Vantage on both the road and the track; Matt is back from driving a Bentley GT on Road & Track's Smoky 600; a Can-Am throws a rave; someone mails us a very weird card; and we answer questions about: What to replace a GTI with Which car has the best stereo for under $6…

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Strange Chevy Call; M3 vs M3; new Kitten; Weird Marketing 1:31:47

2M ago1:31:47

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We go through our new M3 vs M3 video (G80 vs F80); Matt tells us about his brand new kitten they rescued; we discuss strange branding; Chevy makes us have a strange phone call in order to drive the new Z06 around town; and we answer Patreon questions about: The gov. mandate for automatic braking What the hell is BMW doing? Could the hypercars of to…

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Donald Osborne (Curation and Appraisal Expert) 1:27:05

2M ago1:27:05

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Donald Osborne is the CEO of Audrain Motorsport and the reason we got to drive a car made before 1910! Remember when we held up a city's worth of traffic on a bridge? We have him to thank. Sort of. Donald is an absolute car expert with a focus on vintage cars. As someone who has curated museum collections and assessed cars for collectors, he really…

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Wayne Carini 1:15:24

2M ago1:15:24

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Wayne Carini on TV, gifting cars, and the why the kids are alright. https://www.instagram.com/waynecariniofficial/?hl=en https://www.waynecarini.tv/pages/about-wayne-carini https://watch.motortrend.com/show/chasing-classic-cars-motortrend-atve-us Recorded April 27, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so t…

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Seen Through Glass' Sam Fane 1:45:14

2M ago1:45:14

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Sam Fane is the creator and host of the YouTube channel and podcast Seen Through Glass. We talk about his new driving event, his Ferrari (and why red is IS an ok color for Ferraris), his used daily, YouTube challenges, and more. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBr8w4ki1xAcQ1JVDp_-Fg https://seenthroughglass.online/ Recorded April 25, 2024 AutoTem…

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Mister Cartoon (Tattoo and low rider legend) 1:06:39

3M ago1:06:39

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Mr Cartoon is one of the most famous tattoo artists to ever put ink to skin. His artistic journey began in graffiti before moving to airbrushing clothes and low rider cars. He's got a line of Turtle Wax car care, designed wheels, and has an amazing garage of his own. We talk about the history of low riders; how hydraulics work; the legality of them…

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Countach plan; DB12 Volante; EV Pokemon? 1:21:24

3M ago1:21:24

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Matt's Countach has a triage plan (sort of); we review the new Aston Martin DB12 Volante (and compare it to the competition from Bentley, Italy, and Mercedes); Patreon questions include: Used Focus RS or new GR Corolla? Why Taycan brakes feel weird To jump from new Ioniq 5 to used Taycan Do EVs have a floor? Which state has the best Mexican food? A…

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The Donnie Thing; Fleet Update; NSX Road Trip 1:53:26

3M ago1:53:26

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Matt has updated his fleet in a surprising way; took the NSX on a 600-mile road trip; and explains his position on the unfortunate situation with his recently-arrested former Ferrari mechanic, Donnie Callaway. Recorded April 17, 2024 American owned and with over 100,000 happy customers ditch harsh smoke forever by visiting The Freeze Pipe and use c…

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The Ioniq 5 N Is a Great Liar; 3 Dream Engine Swaps 1:33:48

3M ago1:33:48

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N blew Matt's mind for so many reasons you won't believe. Plus, what engines would we swap into which car if we had all the money and talent? That's what we're talking about today. Dream builds. Plus, Patreon questions about: Is it a good idea to finance an R34 GTR? When it is (and isn't) time to get out of a Ford and into a Ger…

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Ali Javidan (FAT ICE Racing; How Dampers Work; Headlight Tech) 59:55

3M ago59:55

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Matt calls in from the Bernardus hotel with our friend and the founder and CEO of Range Energy, Ali Javidan. Ali is an engineer and high-caliber driver, who shares with us his take on why the GT3 RS is so stiff, why adjustable dampers matter as much as springs; his experience driving in Aspen at the FAT ICE Race; how to durability test a semi-truck…

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Peter Attia; Zack's Wedding Story; Huge Q&A 1:22:16

3M ago1:22:16

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We discuss Peter Attia's podcast interview with a former employee of NHTSA regarding road safety; Matt finds out just how expensive a Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe is (and how his wife feels about shopping for one); Matt and Zack try to decide which of their content to put up for a nomination; and Zack reveals why he's the best worst groomsman. Patreon…

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Top 10 Winged Cars; Maybach Review; Zack Learns Travel Law 1:15:23

3M ago1:15:23

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Matt reviews the Maybach GLS 600; Zack learns about travel law; and we name our top 10 cars with wings. Listener questions include: 2020 BRZ vs 2024 Is there a car culture we don't understand or agree with? How to treat cyclists Magma thoughts Are McLaren brakes weird? Is a base 911 lacking? Why some brands break Should I add an LSD? and more! Reco…

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Top 10 Luxury Cars; Rolls Spectre Review; Q&A 1:39:40

3M ago1:39:40

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Matt and Zack review the Rolls-Royce Spectre EV, and are surprised by the options list; turns out we have very different lists when it comes to the best luxury cars ever. Audience questions include: Car deals we regret missing The best high-performance baby carrier Why to put bad tires on a good car Do C6 Corvettes drive better than C5s? What we th…

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Tyler Hoover 1:37:19

4M ago1:37:19

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Tyler Hoover tells us about how he got a "free" Lamborghini Countach; his huge new farmstead; the famous Bentley he owned (and the celebrity that bailed on it); how working on Car Trek differs from his TV show; his cars; and a lot more. Recorded March 25, 2024 https://www.youtube.com/@HooviesGarage https://www.instagram.com/the_real_hoovies_garage …

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How Miro Became a Hypercar Test Driver 1:27:06

4M ago1:27:06

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How do you get the job of test driver? What's it like perfecting the fastest EV and ICE car? Miro knows. Miro Zrncevic is the test driver for Rimac, builder of the record-setting EV hypercar, the Nevera. Miro has been involved in Rimac since the beginning, though not in the way you might think. In this episode we find out why Miro wanted to be a te…

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10 Technologies that Ruined Cars w/ Ed Zitron 1:39:10

4M ago1:39:10

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What are 10 types of tech that make cars worse? That's what we're discussing with today's guest, Ed Zitron. Ed Zitron is an author, journalist, and podcaster. He is CEO of EZPR, a national tech and business public relations agency. We love his newsletter “Where’s your Ed At?” , which often covers tech, AI, and how both will fail to deliver. On this…

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Top 5 EVs Ever w/ Kyle Connor 1:39:42

4M ago1:39:42

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What are the best EVs yet? Is charging getting better? Can the grid handle it? Which electric pickup would win in a cross-country race? Are batteries recyclable? All that and more with Kyle Connor. Kyle Connor is a YouTuber in command of a whopping 17 different channels. He focused on EVs, covering the space comprehensively. He has road tripped, to…

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10 Car Moonshots that Missed 1:08:41

4M ago1:08:41

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There are some cars out there that seemed like a good idea at the time but ended up failing. There are other cars that seem crazy on paper and were even worse in metal, but got built anyway. Today we're talking about 10 of history's automotive moon shots that failed to take hold. From odd propulsion choices to super cars that didn't deliver, overpr…

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Top 10 Cars for Your Buck (New and Used) 1:47:13

4M ago1:47:13

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What's the best bang for your buck right now, new or used? We've got ten cars you can buy that are a great value for the most fun and performance. 5 used cars, 5 new cars. Spoiler alert: the answer is not Miata. We'll explain why. Plus, Matt talks about the all new Porsche Panamera's crazy dancing suspension and what it means for speed; we also dis…

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Top 5 GT Cars w/ Christian James Hand 1:48:58

5M ago1:48:58

1:48:58

We're listing our top 5 Grand Touring cars ever with our favorite British transplant, music expert Christian James Hand. Also, he and Matt got a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sphere in Las Vegas AND saw the U2 show. A verbal description doesn't do the show justice but it will make you want to attend. Plus Q&A includes: How the 911 name is similar a…

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Lightning Lap was Nuts w/ Tony Quiroga 1:41:27

5M ago1:41:27

1:41:27

What's faster around a track: a NASCAR or an 800HP Gymkhana car? Tony Quiroga knows. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Car and Driver magazine. He's here to talk about the newest Lightning Lap, his favorite LL cars over the years, and more! Recorded February 21, 2024 Read it here: https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a46575000/lightning-lap-2024/ Check…

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Top 5 British Roadsters w/ Morgan Designer Jon Wells 1:31:36

5M ago1:31:36

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Morgan is a legendary company and for good reason. Yes, the cars are made of wood but the company has continued along while so many small companies have gone to rest. Jon Wells has that job so many of us covet: car designer. With a very brief stop at TVR, Jon went right from university to the design department of Morgan, becoming part of the team t…

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Top 5 Muscle Cars; Bentley broke; Q&A 1:42:21

5M ago1:42:21

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What's a muscle car? What are the top 5 of all time? That's what we're discussing today. From the '60s to present day and every decade in between, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman have their own lists. Do any overlap? Do their cars fit the definition of muscle car? We'll see. Plus, Matt's used Bentley is back in the shop. Recorded February 12, 2024 Use …

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The Cult of the GT-R w/ Ryan ZumMallen 1:11:48

5M ago1:11:48

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Why are Nissan GT-Rs so coveted? Why was it illegal to import them? Why did Japan build them in the first place? All that and more is covered in the excellent book, "Cult of GT-R, A Story of Crime, Obsession, and the World's Most Coveted Car". It is a detailed history of the Nissan GT-R, Japanese manufacturing, Japanese car culture, the world of im…

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Head of RM Auctions - Gord Duff 1:21:15

5M ago1:21:15

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What's the collector market up to? Will GT-Rs ever take the place of pre-war Brass Era cars? Gord Duff is the man with answers. He is the Global Head of Auctions for RM Sotheby's. If anyone knows what's going on with car collecting trends, it's him. https://rmsothebys.com/en/home/specialists/gord-duff/509891 Recorded February 7, 2024 Head to factor…

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Jonny Lieberman (Top 5 Euro Tuners) 1:52:57

5M ago1:52:57

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Jonny Lieberman is here to talk about his time street-driving the new Porsche GT3 RS, his drive in the crazy Guntherwerks Prototype, and our main topic: our five favorite European Tuner Cars. Plus questions about how much money you need to be a car enthusiast; why to keep your sports car when the snow comes; a good affordable bourbon; Audi S3 vs Go…

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Our Top 5 JDM Cars of All Time 1:54:54

5M ago1:54:54

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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman go through their respective Top 5 cars that were sold to the Japanese Domestic Market only. Then we answer LOTS of Patreon Q&A Other topics include: adventures with Turo; the Bentley paint correction; a Prius that somehow failed smog. Recorded February 1, 2024 “Get 20% off Groove Life products with my link: groovelife.co…

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Crew Show (Macan EV, Broken Ferrari AGAIN, CT Diff, Q&A) 1:39:14

5M ago1:39:14

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After an unfortunate surprise in the Koenig Ferrari, we're recording a podcast! We have plenty to talk about!! The Koenig Ferrari is a wild, weird thing. Supercar tuner differences Electric Macan configurator Cyber Truck differential update Scott Wiener wants to set a 10MPH speed limiter in CA Q&A Recorded January 26, 2024 Use Off The Record! and A…

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Crew Show: WRX TR Review; Bentley repair costs; Zack flies an EV; Broken Ferrari 1:42:30

6M ago1:42:30

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We tried to drive a modified Ferrari; a deep-dive review of the 2024 Subaru WRX TR; what's it cost to repair a Bentley?; Zack's flight in an electric aircraft; Q&A Recorded January 23, 2024 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to https://www.offth…

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When is a Car "Safe Enough?" w/ Philip Koopman 1:27:33

6M ago1:27:33

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When is a car "safe enough"? Turns out it's not such a simple answer. From a lack of software oversight to self-certification issues to more recalls (from every company) than you could imagine, building cars is challenging, especially as ADAS systems get more common and complicated. Phil Koopman is an Associate Professor at Carnegie Mellon Universi…

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Vehicle Virgins' Parker Nirenstein 1:26:55

6M ago1:26:55

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Parker Nirenstein is the creator and host of Vehicle Virgins, a popular YouTube channel with over 2 million subscribers. He joins us to talk about YouTube, work/life balance, cars he's owned, and more Recorded January 15, 2024 Say goodbye to harsh smoke and coughing attacks by shopping the smoothest pipes, bubblers, bongs and more at https://www.th…

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Shima Hamidi - Why We need Smaller Lanes 1:02:29

6M ago1:02:29

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Shima Hamidi is a transportation planner and a smart growth advocate. She is an expert in measuring urban form and its quality of life impacts. Shima has been published extensively on walkability, non-motorized transportation, public transit, housing and transportation affordability, public health, life expectancy, upward mobility, and traffic safe…

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Patrick Long 1:25:10

6M ago1:25:10

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Racing driver and car show creator, Patrick Long, joins us to talk about: - The literal pain of high-g race cars - Racing in Le Mans - Waiting nearly 2 decades to get his first watch - The Porsche 911 S/T - Driving a car with portal axles and no steering shaft - Why differentials can make a difference - Expanding his car shows Luftgekühlt and Air/W…

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David Zipper - Mobility, Cities, Technology 1:39:17

6M ago1:39:17

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Should we be able to go 100MPH? Should we have speed limiters, walkable cities, bike in the winter, or even be allowed to buy certain cars? All that and more on this podcast with David Zipper. David is a Visiting Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Taubman Center for State and Local Government, where he examines the interplay between transportat…

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