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   E1147 · 8 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 47 min

   Reviewed: Corvette ZR1X and Bentley Supersports

   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…

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   E1146 · 3 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 54 min

   The Improv with Richard Porter and Johnny Smith (Smith and Sniff)

   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…

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   E1145 · 1 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 41 min

   Jonny Lieberman (Eccentrica, Cayenne electric, Rivian R2)

   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%…

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   E1144 · 28 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

   Detroit Live Show - 2026 Dream Cruise

   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…

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   E1143 · 25 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 36 min

   Our Guardrails Need Help

   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…

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   E1141 · 18 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 49 min

   Detroit Dream Cruise; Ford GT Review; Airplane got Weird

   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!!…

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   E1140 · 13 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

   A Crash and 2 Geneses Sedan Walk Into a Crew Show

   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:…

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   E1139 · 11 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 30 min

   Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass)

   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…

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   E1138 · 6 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 51 min

   The Great Vespa Trip; The Internet That Helped Cars the MOST?

   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…

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    E1137 · 4 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

    Reviews: Race Car and the Robot

    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:…