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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:…

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   E1136 · 30 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 31 min

   CyberTruck's Sales beat Ford Record; Manx 2.0; Q&A

   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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   E1135 · 28 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 52 min

   Reviews: C8 Grand Sport and Lambo Temerario; Flock returns!

   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…

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   E1134 · 23 Jul 2026 · 48 min

   From Selling Hot Dogs to Hypercars

   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!…

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   E1133 · 21 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 54 min

   Racing at the Cleetus 900 Was Insane

   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…

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   E1156 · 8 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 40 minNew

   Unlikely Tow Vehicle; Kona Review; McLaren's Money Problems

   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…

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   E1155 · 6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 46 min

   PCOTY Quick Takes; New Giveaway Car; Zack Wins

   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…

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   E1154 · 1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 51 min

   Jethro Bovingdon

   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…

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    E1153 · 29 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 29 min

    Golf R Review; Bentley's new EV SUV; Spyder vs GT3 S/C

    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…

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