Which Cars Are The Best Cars, An Existential Car Crisis, Goth Girlfriends Rock | Episode 1,024

Which Cars Are The Best Cars, An Existential Car Crisis, Goth Girlfriends Rock | Episode 1,024

Author: Everyday Driver December 9, 2025 Duration: 1:21:54
Each year, Consumer Reports publishes their findings on best new and used cars, SUVs and trucks. The guys take the new data and see if CR’s results matches their experiences, and they’re surprised by some discoveries. For Tony S., they debate vehicles that could potentially have a hitch rack semi-permanently installed - but he wants something sporty too. Then, Doug in MI is having an existential car crisis because he needs one do-it-all car for nearly every category of driving. Car conclusions cover an ultimate sleeper for Brian in NY, and a discovery for Paul C., who got a dynamic company commuter car that’s also good for track use! 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 00:30 - Under $12K Film, Now Playing! 03:55 - Toyota GR GT + Lexus LFA Worldwide Reveal! 11:44 - JLR Creative Director Gerry McGovern Fired 14:31 - Porsche Admires Hyundai 15:44 - Toyota Sienna Minivan Hoon 19:32 - Topic Tuesday: Which Cars Are The Best Cars? 36:01 - Hooked On Driving December 2025 + Teaser 2026 37:21 - Car Debate #1: The Permanent Rack 50:41 - Car Debate #2: Existential Car Crisis 1:01:18 - Car Conclusion #1: The Ultimate Sleeper 1:04:16 - Car Conclusion #2: Goth Girlfriends Rock! 1:10:17 - Did You See This? 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 everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re probably familiar with Paul and Todd from their car review films, but here they step out from behind the camera and settle in for a different kind of conversation. Everyday Driver Car Debate is where those two distinct perspectives really come to life, often clashing in the best possible way. Instead of polished video segments, this podcast captures their unfiltered back-and-forth as they tackle questions from listeners trying to navigate the confusing world of car buying. They dig into the practical realities of ownership, from budget sedans to weekend toys, always aiming to help you find the right fit for your garage and your life. Naturally, disagreement is a core ingredient-one might champion driving engagement while the other argues for daily comfort, giving you a balanced look at every option. You’ll also get a peek behind the scenes of their filmmaking process and hear their casual takes on wider industry news. It feels less like a formal show and more like eavesdropping on a lasting conversation between two knowledgeable-and stubborn-friends. The result is a surprisingly useful and consistently entertaining listen for anyone who thinks about cars more than they’d like to admit.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Everyday Driver Car Debate
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689: Lotus Vs. Toyota, Survive A Swedish Winter, Imagine A Wooden SUV [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:58
Good news, it looks like car companies aren’t done building fun cars for enthusiasts! The guys discuss notable releases from Lotus and Toyota. They debate one or two cars for Fredrick H. in Sweden, and what could be next…
688: The Definitive Answer, All The Dollars, Car Number 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:15
Will you consider buying an investment car, even at a lower dollar amount? The car market has done unexpected things to new and used prices, and listeners are wondering if they should buy a ‘nest egg’ kind of car. Social…
452: Toyota Of Italy, Porsche Life Jackets, Keys For Everyone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:47
What was the car or event that ignited your love for cars? The guys cover social media questions like this one, and also discuss good complementary cars to the 1992 JDM Toyota Soarer for Corey in San Diego, CA. They also…
451: Maserati-Life!! Bad Decision Billboard, LS Swap The World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:18
The big sedan challenge is real! Paul discusses the Quattroporte purchase and subsequent drive home from Las Vegas. The guys talk about treatment for the long-dormant disease afflicting Shane I. in Boston, MA, who needs…
450: Sticker Poseur, Food Is Just Fuel, Wind In The Face [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:18
Once again, the guys get personal with all non-car-related questions from the audience. Topics include aviation, mountain biking, cooking, filmmaking, design, watches, software and future projects… Season 5 is available…
449: Oil Paint Protection, London Taxi Allroad, Peugeot Save Us [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:44
The guys discuss their favorite car hacks for Topic Tuesday, based upon questions from Matt S. in Dhaka, Bangladesh! They also debate ‘teenage glory days’ cars for Garrett E., who has a Miata and needs a hauler. Social m…
448: Paul Goes 86, Dad’s In Scotland, R - Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:51
Sometimes, the guys reverse their roles in recommending cars. Chandan H. in Melbourne, AUS has rediscovered the show, and writes with a request to get away from the car that’s a jack-of-all-trades. Hunter W. in the Midla…
447: Schnitzel & Grits, The Pickle Fork Company, Reviving A Zombie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:51
The guys recap their 2019 East Coast meetup held in Atlanta, talk about the two TV shoots they accomplished, and share their group drive experiences. They philosophize about the lack of car enthusiasm for Gregg’s partner…
446: Spoiled To New, When To Switch, Driving With No Lights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:18
While the guys are shooting a TV episode in Atlanta, they take questions for an all-car-questions podcast! They discuss topics about drivers without their lights on, best choices for the mid-engine experience, and when t…
445: Moab Stories, Learning The Alphabet, BMW Manx [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:37
For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss a fairly comprehensive list of the alphabet of sports cars, and define the rules that apply! They cover boxy ‘80s hatches for Marco M., who wants a BMW 318ti, but is also open to sugge…