Everyday Driver Car Debate

FF has revealed their brand-new, 1000hp, all-electric, fully connected and augmented, modular-architected, 200mph non-existent vaporware, made out of unicorn farts and Tinkerbell’s magic fairy dust.  The guys discuss at length!  Then, Thomas in CO already has a track car, and is deciding between an E90 M3 or Cayman.  Nick’s job is taking him to Scotland, and he is considering selling his baby, only to purchase what?Happy New Year!  Thanks for listening and watching, and don’t forget to Rate & Review our podcast!  everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

This has been one of our biggest years ever!  The guys take time to reflect on the good and the bad, as well as have a 'State of the Show' discussion.  We have lots of new ideas for 2016, and we want to know what your thoughts are too.  Write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com to share.Thanks as always for watching & listening!  We value your comments and suggestions.  We're looking forward to a strong 2016.  Happy New Year!!!

Changes in life can also suddenly include different car needs—James in Orange County, CA writes to us as a recent computer engineering grad, and Antonio is a new dad and young dentist in Pismo Beach, CA who knows a lot about teeth, but not as much about cars.Thanks for watching and listening!  Please keep rating & reviewing the podcast and episodes.  It really does help!  everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

Thomas Hellmanzik in Germany and Edgar Perez in LA join Paul & Todd on the podcast to talk about making the Pilgrimage film!  You know them as our shooters, but you’ve now seen them on YouTube drive the Renault Clio on the Nurburgring—they talk about their experiences and reminisce a bit.Thanks for watching and listening!  We now have Pilgrimage Blurays for sale on Amazon and you can rent or download the film on Vimeo.  Let us know what you think!  Write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

As it turns out, Todd had some FR-S problems as he prepares his car for winter.  He gets a very undesirable loaner car, and wishes for his car back!  Then, the Pilgrimage Film is upon us and gets released December 10, 2015—the guys talk about all the updates and info for you to know, including Amazon Bluray, Vimeo rentals and downloads, and all the YouTube and disc extras.Thanks for watching and listening!  If you’ve read this far, please keep rating & reviewing the podcast and episodes.  It really does help!  Write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

The guys had an opportunity to attend Press & Trade Days at the Los Angeles Auto Show, held annually at the LA Convention Center.  Lots of new reveals, much Twitter snarkiness, and the Alfa Romeo Giulia!  Both Paul & Todd pick their favorites and talk about the standouts at the show...Thanks for listening--keep Rating & Reviewing to help us out!  Thanks to Chris Hayes at ShoutEngine for his incredible support; and find us on all the usual social media suspects.  Pilgrimage film coming out in December 2015!!

Manual transmissions aren’t dead (yet), especially among enthusiasts.  Dan writes to us asking about suggestions and techniques after buying his first ever MT car.  Another Dan in Northern California has $37K to blow on a fun canyon-carving car—what should he buy?  And finally, Joe in Manila, Philippines has many requirements due to weather, family and exchange rate, but still wants a fun car.It’s your support that continues to push us into the top ranks of automotive podcasts—thank you!!   Don’t forget to Rate & Review, and write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

You’ve responded to our T-shirt ideas—and we’re thrilled!  Thanks for writing in.  Matter of fact, lots of you wrote in with support for the idea.  So we will address it as soon as we can in 2016.  Kevin in CA is exploring lots of driving options, and in the market for 2 cars.  Then Adam’s big question is, “when should you think about trading to your next car?”It’s your support that continues to push us into the top ranks of automotive podcasts—thank you!!   Don’t forget to Rate & Review, and write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

Lots of debate around our FR-S vs. MX-5 comparison--the guys offer additional insight.  Tying that discussion into becoming a better driver, Nick writes to us, asking for suggestions on how to push his abilities forward.  Daniel from Washington D.C. has approval from his wife to buy a sport sedan; and Aaron in IL is trying to fulfill many driver needs by asking the question, "what is the Buick of SUVs?"everydaydrivertv@gmail.com is the best way to reach us with questions, comments and suggestions.  Find us on all the social media usual suspects, and support us on Patreon!  Thanks for watching & listening.

A topic we talk about often is creating T-shirts for our audience.  Many times Todd & Paul will have ideas for cool shirts but don’t have the bandwidth to produce them.  Michael is looking for a fun, but infant-friendly sports car, and Mason is asking about insurance rates affecting his purchase.Thanks for watching and listening!  If you’ve read this far, please keep rating & reviewing the podcast.  It really does help.  everydaydrivertv@gmail.com

After driving many cars this year, and taking his own medicine, Paul has finally narrowed down his fun car selections to buy.  Ben is a CPA, looking to upgrade from a Civic Si, and writes to the guys asking for some ideas.  Also, Blake has serious issues with his Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and Todd & Paul suspect a lemon law car—some good choices to help him.Have you rated the podcast?  Do us a solid, and rate & review this episode and the Car Debate overall.  Find us anywhere with /everydaydriver, and write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.

Fallout from the diesel emissions scandal created by VW's cheating hearts continues; Motor Press Guild hosts their annual Track Day at Willow Springs International Raceway.  The guys flew to California for the day, to drive cars they've never driven before, and talk about their favorites and other adventures.Please rate the podcast and this episode!  It's your approval that keeps us in the Top 10!  Thanks for your support, watching and listening--IG, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

The Tesla Model X has been announced to the world (finally!)  Is Tesla getting a free ride in the mind of the media and public?  Will (Detroit MI) is trading up from his modified MkV GTI, and is open to trying something new—but also modified.  Tyler is shopping for a fast SUV for his Dad—what are his options at $70K?It’s the Rating and Reviewing that helps us grow—please continue!  Thanks for your support, and write to us ateverydaydrivertv@gmail.com

Continued ripple effects from the ongoing VW diesel emissions scandal--we don't see an end in sight yet!  Drew in Utah discovered us and writes with his request to help him find a car, and we're happy to help him find one that is worthy of a drag racer.  Then, Nick in Virginia has a decent budget to find a new SUV/CUV for his wife--the guys have loads of options...Rate & Review!  Thanks for your consideration and time--please Rate & Review the podcast!  It is you that keeps us continuing in the Top 10.  Let us help spend your money--write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.

The VW emissions scandal and subsequent admission of wrongdoing is affecting more than just car owners--the guys add their opinions on what it all means.  Then, they discuss the crazy filming days while they were in Germany, producing this year's film!Rate and Review the podcast--it really does help!  Thanks for watching and listening, and write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.  We expect the film to be ready in early December 2015.