Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind.
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Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the 2026 Hyundai Kona; is a used Bentley a good tow vehicle; McLaren is offering a crazy deal on its hybrids; the Taycan is FINALLY back from its extensive repairs. Patreon questions include: Which car brands should come back? How to handle a friend that drives like an a****** Is 5-60MPH better than 0-60MPH? Car brands and "special oil": brand deal or real science? Vin Anatra's dealer problem GM's new GIANT DIESEL ENGINE Favorite weird car quirk Mid-market watches going away? Spice blends your kitchen needs And more! Recorded October 6, 2026 Align Shoes Get…
Zack Klapman (and his wife) won a championship; Matt Farah reports from PCOTY 2026 and gives us his quick take on all the amazing cars there; a new giveaway car; and more. Patreon questions include: Frunk vs Trunk Worst: Charger bumper covers or fake vents? A route for European delivery Is "modding out of class" more popular now? Will we review a new FSD Tesla? Worst behavior at a cars and coffee Why do we get bored of our dream cars? "Fighter jet" cars at $50k, $75k and $100k Recorded October 5, 2026 Align Shoes Get 20% off your first pair with code “TIRE” at checkout at…
Jethro Bovingdon is one of the top automotive journalists working today. He's written for all the big magazines, hosted videos for numerous online platforms, and a host of the Top Gear USA reboot. He can also drive his a** off. Topics today include how his hypercar testing has gotten repetitive; what he looks for in a car; his greatest drift ever; adventures in the USA; why Matt is wrong about Caterhams; that 996 project; and the scary difference between a fast writer like Jethro and the true driving professionals. Patreon questions include: What makes a door handle good or bad? First time…
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the VW Golf R; what they think about Bentley's new electric SUV, the Torcal; there's an update with the hotrod Porsche Boxster Spyder (and a GT3 order); and Patreon questions include: F/M/K: McLaren P1, La Ferrari, Porsche 918 What Leno's Law means Most embarrassing car (besides the Cybertruck)? Is a cheap $15k race car with blown motor a bad idea? Yay or nay: Used Lucid Air Are G8X BMW M3s a boring weekend car? Will the Highlander EV print money? Am I insane: I like manuals but not sports cars Recorded September 24, 2026 Show Notes: Avants…
Matt Farah reviews the new Mercedes AMG GT Pro; Zack Klapman tested the Volvo EX30 Twin Performance; a clutch replacement that costs both arms; and we answer Patreon questions including: What do you think about fake manual transmissions? Before you become a car content creator.... Why did the U.S. love JDM cars more than cool UK cars (Carlton, Escort, etc)? Who pays when a racer/drifter hits another competition? Non-V8 commuter coupes for under $40k Teachers that drove cool cars Are "Porsche people" missing out? Are BMW's EVs selling as well as we think? Fun coupes for under $20k Hot take:…
Matt Farah went to Spain to drive the all-new Porsche 911 GT3 S/C and it might be a problem; he also drove 5 Porsche track specials that have small differences that add up to quite a lot; reviewing Waymo's new van. Patreon questions include: What percentage of car owners can drive their car at 100%? Tricky paint that hides size Why aftermarket seats aren't always the right idea Upgrade your road car or get a dedicated track beater? Why do BMXers love VWs? A fancy SUV that can tow Recorded September 21, 2026 Show Notes: Avants https://avants.com/tst use code TST for 10% off your membership!…
Mercedes has built a very special coupe that reminds us of something American; the luxury car market is falling apart; apparently Teslas are more dangerous than their competition; and Patreon questions include: Is a Lotus as exciting as my supercharged S2000? Will spyware ruin enthusiast cars? When a car comparison goes wrong for the OEM Audi RS3 + 718 GT4 = what? Automotive underdogs we root for Waymo dropped me in the middle of the road Can Porsche solve the sporty EV problem? Cars we missed the boat on Getting comfortable on camera Terrible specs that are hard to sell Infiniti G37…
Our thoughts on the new Grand Tour; Tesla's accident avoidance pros/cons; Matt's surprising Taycan repair estimate; and a correction about the Lexus RZ550e. Patreon questions include: Should a recent college grad drain a 401k to buy a sports car? Is a new 6Pack Challenger a deal at $40k? How long does it take to REALLY know a car? Favorite small town near a race track? Why are Lotus Elise prices FINALLY going up? Fun cars for the winter Would the U.S. auto industry be BETTER without the oil crisis? The last hypercar we CARED about Where to NEVER put your feet And more! Recorded September 9,…
Lexus RZ550e Review; a fun book; Days of Thunder is coming; sauce contests; Countach update; and... Patreon questions include: This JDM car is not good for 16 year olds Fun cars for expecting parents How to hate big tech while taking Waymos? Non-German $50k road trip sedan? Small deal-breakers when buying a car Is a used S8 a good long-distance cruiser? Best manual Honda for $10k-20k? Powertrain for ground-up Lotus 7 build? How to do a cheap(er) 993 build Gridlife advice Do body kits add value? And more! Recorded 9/7/2026 Show Notes: Ethos Get your free quote at https://ETHOS.com/tire Factor…
Reviews of the Corvette ZR1-X and the Bentley Continental Super Sports, PLUS a Waymo gets aggressive. Patreon questions include: We choose cars for 5 hilarious collabs Am I and a pro driver wrong about the RS3? Rent: a Mini Cooper or this ridiculous convertible? Do we use a steering wheel center stripe? Best 4-door road-tripper for $70k Need to replace a 2008 Civic manual with something fun. Cars for an automotive centipede trailer? Should I motor swap my Slate truck? How long to patina a watch? Old off-roader: repaint or let it age? $65k for a special sports car: go! Mido microbrand…
Jonny Smith (Fifth Gear, Late Brake Show) and Richard Porter (Top Gear, The Grand Tour) of "Smith and Sniff" join us for a live show at the famous Irvine Improv. https://smithandsniff.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jonnycarpervert/ https://www.instagram.com/sniff_petrol/ *The audio file from the improv didn't allow me to adjust individual levels so I used Adobe Premiere's software to help with it. It improved the levels a LOT but you might hear some weird things during applause or audience interaction. Show Notes: Fitbod' Get 25% off your Fitbod subscription or try the app FREE for seven…
Jonny Lieberman subs in to talk about the all new Rivian R2, the Electric Cayenne, and the Eccentrica. Do they agree? YES...and NO. Recorded August 31, 2026 https://www.youtube.com/@drivingwithjonny Show Notes: Fitbod' Get 25% off your Fitbod subscription or try the app FREE for seven days at Fitbod.me/TIRE. Quince Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://Quince.com/tire. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10%…
Roast my car! Million dollar garage! And the secret to protecting your car from yours friends. All that and a lot more from our Detroit show. Recorded live at 248 Garage in Detroit during the 2026 Dream Cruise. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/tire #squarepod #ad Hims Ready to reach your goals? Visit hims.com slash tire to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST Want your question answered? Want to watch…
When we think of our roads we tend to think of the tarmac or bridges but not what's next to them: guardrails. We hope to never meet one but Steve Eimers knows more about them than he ever wanted to. After his daughter passed away in a car accident he learned the culprit was a guardrail that was banned but hadn't yet been uninstalled yet. Ever since he has traveled the U.S. inspecting our roads and speaking with politicians about how to improve safety and save lives. Recorded August 22, 2026 https://www.instagram.com/theguardrailguy/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheGuardrailGuy/videos Square Get…
Matt interviews the famous brand's CEO while driving the new, 1,000HP Brabus BODO up Angeles Crest. Recorded August 9, 2026 Enter to WIN our AMAZING 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S!! https://www.dreamgiveaway.com/tickets/porsche?promo=SMOKINGTIRE Promo Code Offer: Get 4X bonus tickets with any donation of $25 or more. With every donation you are helping benefit some wonderful veterans' and children's charities. Podcast Promo Code: SMOKINGTIRE FitBod Get 25% off your subscription or try the app FREE for seven days at https://Fitbod.me/tire Quince Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for…
Detroit Dream Cruise recap; a review of the Ford GT; a strange airplane situation; plus Patreon questions include: Car trends in LA vs Detroit A car to delete from existence That Luce sale price Gordon Murray and the continuing F1 Maintain a 200k mile car vs a 100k mile car? Will RAM bring back the Dakota? Should tuners give EVs the burble tune? Why some auctions mention CA emissions How to avoid a rear-ender in Detroit Thoughts on inverted trikes And more! Recorded August 17, 2026 Enter to WIN our AMAZING 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S!!…
Matt Farah's Porsche got hit; he and Zack Klapman review two Genesis sedans; Big Sur is on fire; and more! Patreon questions include: The watch addiction begins What's on your 2001 CD? Auto factories we've toured Rolex Yacht Master: cool or no? Inviting cars at $10k, $30k, and $50k Our tasteful mod formula Choosing routes on two wheels Are BMW i8s a bargain at $50k? Why cars warn you when they're cold Why 997.2 Turbos are SO expensive Our healthy gas station foods Thanks for the free car Recorded August 10, 2026 Tickets to our live show:…
Sam Fane AKA Seen Through Glass is visiting the U.S.! He tells us about his crazy journeys in his Ferrari 360, what went wrong with his used Panamera Hybrid, the craving for adventure, and more. Recorded August 7, 2026 https://seenthroughglass.online/ https://www.youtube.com/seenthroughglass Tickets to our live show: https://improv.com/irvine/event/the+smoking+tire+live+feat.+smith+and+sniff+with+matt+farah%2C+zack+klapman%2C+richard+porter%2C+and+jonny+smith/14213624/ DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at…
Which part of the internet had the greatest impact on car enthusiasm? Matt Farah rode his Vespa 500 miles up the California coast and lived to tell the tale; Flock continues to get flamed; and Patreon questions include: Which part of the internet helped cars the MOST How to prep a $2kL Mini Cooper for track work Legs or hands? Why are car enthusiasts focused on investing? Best mid-engined car for under $200k Will the Rivian R2 hurt us? Would the Temerario be better with a V10? Sporty used wagon for $60k? Would a cheap off-road sports car sell? What we would do with 10x and 100x the Patreon…
Matt Farah spent a day at the race track with a 996 Porsche Cup Car; Zack Klapman spent the week driving the 7-passenger Hyundai IONIQ9. Patreon questions include: Is this used Macan S a good idea? Porsche GT4RS: too stiff for a weekend/track car? Have restomods gone too far? Why are Cyber Truck owners removing side mirrors? Does the 2000 Accord Coupe look good or is it a Temu NSX? You get pulled over: do you hide the radar detector? Worst seats in the best car? 2023 Kia EV6 GT vs 2025 Ioniq 5N Catio advice And more! Recorded July 30, 2026 Tickets to our live show:…
New Cyber Truck data puts Ford to shame; Matt Farah has a driving update on his airplane-engine-powered Meyers Manx; when they sold bricks; a Cadillac limo you should want; Grand Seiko ambassador; and Patreon questions include: Did America make ANY good cars in the 80s?? Are Boxsters and Caymans undervalued? The old commuter cars we'd love to drive What to do with that family heirloom car Isn't that just a rebodied Boxster? The WORST thing spilled in a cabin was... Used EV for $20k? Are people cross-shopping the C8 with Porsche and Ferrari? Why do people hate the Grand Seiko Spring Drive?…
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Matt Farah reviews the all new C8 Corvette Grand Sport and compares is to the Z06 as well as the new base model; he also tells of his week in the blistering Lamborghini Temerario (the good, bad, the mud flaps); Zack Klapman discusses Flock's PR nightmare regarding its inability to read license plates; and Q&A answers questions including: Do economy cars look TOO edgy? Are used car salespeople STILL sus? Which of these 3 dreams cars to sell? M Roadster vs 2008 Vantage Roadster automatic Does this make fancy cars look cheap or vice versa? Soft road build: RX300 or Rav4? Pivotal childhood road…
Nat is a serial entrepreneur. He went to school with Farah and then ran a series of hot dog carts before opening GPNY, a premiere indoor karting business in NY. He then started HK to sell race cars at Monticello Motor Club but now sells the cool and weird in his own store. The Kimera, the Fifteen Eleven, Gunther Werks. If you want something from these famous boutique builders, Nat is your guy. Recorded July 16, 2026 https://www.hkmotorcars.com/ Tickets to our LIVE show at the Irvine Improv are going quick!…
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman recap their time racing in the July 18, 2026 Cleetus 900. This event is much, MUCH more than a race. Show Notes Factor Head to https://Factormeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50 percent off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies last until 09/27/2026. (See website for more details). Quince Make your summer wardrobe easier. Go to https://Quince.com/tire for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Avants https://avants.com/tst use code TST for 10% off your membership! Use Off…
Matt Farah has some spicy thoughts on his drive in the new Ferrari 849 Testarossa Spider; he and Zack Klapman discuss the terrifying situation between Flock cameras and Range Rovers; the Manx is even better now; and Patreon questions include: When will Audi etron GTs bottom in price? Quirk battle: Pajero vs Jimny Should a seller supply the PPI? Should this Canadian trade their car for a motorcycle? Mercedes used to be the tech leader. Who is it now? Common car enthusiast financial mistakes. The car with the most diverse fan base is... The OEM we think would "win" the Goodowood FOS Ugly cars…
A literal cult story, racing, great bad cars, and so much more. Jerry Wayne Longmire is a Houston-based stand-up comic and Outlaws racing commentator. He is known for his viral series "Truck Astrology". His playful storytelling and relatable humor have captivated audiences worldwide across platforms like TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Recorded July 9, 2026 https://linktr.ee/JerryWayneLongmireJr Show Notes DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout. Casper Right now, save up to 20% on mattresses and up to…
Matt Farah tells the harrowing tale of driving the 1,200HP Czinger on a track; he and Zack Klapman describe the "most heinous" things they've done in cars; and a company in China is reproducing the unibodies of popular enthusiasts classics. Will it help or hurt car culture? All that and a lot more. Patreon questions include: Better rental: Ferrari on Monza or the Italian countryside? Smallest car that holds golf clubs Are aftermarket starlight headliners garbage? Start your own Porsche reimagining company: air-cooled or water? The difference between fast and dangerous Is the Taycan 4S worth…
David Tracy built a Willys Jeep from scratch and Griffin filmed the whole damn thing. David ordered a new body from overseas and sourced every single part on Ebay. Every part. Wires, grommets, pedals, and more. This might seem like a dream but as you'll hear it is a lot harder than one would imagine. Some parts don't fit. Parts arrive broken or get broken during assembly. There are snags and fitment challenges and he forgets things and makes errors and FINALLY when it's done his first real test drive is a 900-mile journey to Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, UT. The man is a smiling, inspiring…
Matt Farah's tale of traveling around the world to drive the new Ferrari 849 Testarossa Spider; the Vespa trip; Manx updates update; Polestar gets canceled by the government; and Patreon questions including: Ugly cars that drive great. Pretty cars that drive terribly. Why do people sit SO close to the wheel (and is it dangerous)? When haptic buttons feel cheap A tiered license system? Favorite cars from PCOTY Old automotive content we watch Tips on buying a JDM car Which heavy machinery we'd want to operate Brew watches Carbage? Engine swapping a 50cc moped to a 125 Best starter motorcycle…
About The Smoking Tire
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind. Watch our car reviews at www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Follow us! T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapman IG: @thesmokingtire @fakezackklapman Rent or buy our movies!, where we find out if some bad CraigsList cars can cross an entire US State, off-road!https://vimeo.com/thesmokingtire
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