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Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 49 min

Bringing Goodwood to the U.S.A.

Episode 1162

Show notes

At the second annual Willow Springs Reimagined we sit down with Marino Franchitti (pro driver and Singer's head development driver) to talk about what makes for a good (and bad) test driver, and racing the oddly-shaped Delta Wing (look it up).

Then, the Duke of Richmond Charles Gordon-Lennox. He literally created two of the best events in the world of cars: Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Goodwood Revival. The Duke is joining the forces of Willow Springs to bring the Goodwood magic to the USA. We cover a lot of ground, from the surprising story of how the original GW came to be, the plans for Willow and a larger vintage series in America.

All that and more.

Recorded October 17, 2026

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Oct 29, 2026 1 hr 21 min

Eli Doubletap

Episode 1161

Show notes

Eli Doubletap (Eli Cuevas) is a veteran, content creator, VFX artist, anime nerd, entrepreneur, and a very funny person. After leaving the military he taught himself to edit and make VFX, leading to the creation of hilarious viral videos that got the attention of people and brands alike.

He's also a car enthusiast. His bona fides include: racing in spec Miata for several seasons (where he did quite well); modifying exotics; owning a tiny JDM legend; and buying his dream car.

Recorded October 19, 2026

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Oct 27, 2026 1 hr 28 min

Speed Camera Experiment; Lotus Emira Revisit; Taycan Fears

Episode 1160

Show notes

Matt Farah discusses the results of a new speed camera experiment in California; Zack Klapman spent the week in the new Lotus Emira; and Hanna is afraid to drive the Porsche Taycan.

Patreon questions include:

• How crazy are you about car cleanliness?
• Bigger flop: Slate truck or Jaguar Type 01?
• Are we OCD about cars we've driven or owned?
• What will Doug's Ford GT go for?
• How to honeymoon at the Nurburgring
• The TST business decision process
• Will "old money" style come back to cars?
• Setting the perfect driving position: legs or arms first?
• Which cars our animals would drive
• Reality TV we'd be good at
• Is this bad: downsizing from a GR Corolla to a Macan
• Best C6 Corvette mods
• Will Michelin PS4s work in the cold
• And more!

Recorded October 14, 2026

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Oct 22, 2026 1 hr 52 min

The "Flying" Tesla and the Porsche Mission S

Episode 1159

Show notes

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman scheduled an emergency show to talk about Tesla's "flying" Roadster. What is it, what was that, will anyone ever own it (or use it)? All that and more. Plus, Porsche launches their upcoming supercar - the Mission S - the same day.

Recorded October 16, 2026

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Oct 20, 2026 1 hr 23 min

Citroen's New EV; Hyundai Santa Cruz Review

Episode 1158

Show notes

Zack Klapman reports from the Galpin Auto annual car show; Citroen releases a new EV inspired by the famous 2CV; Matt Farah reviews the Hyundai Santa Cruz; which car is the best for a lowrider bouncer; Brabus built a shooting break; and...

Patreon questions include:

Cars we loved a kids but hate today
Are we pricing cars wrong?
Buy a car if you hate the color?
Is the Mustang Dark Horse SC a "good Mustang"?
Should horsepower be harder to buy?
Tesla autopilot in a Lyft?
New GT3RS worth the money over 2016s?
Why sedans don't have rear wipers
Calculating $/mile ownership
3 car garage: alphanumeric cars only
Are tech bros disrupting the car industry?
And more!
Recorded October 12, 2026

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Oct 15, 2026 2 hr 23 min

Tesla's Crazy Patent; Jaguar Type 01; 2026 Prius review

Episode 1157

Show notes

We drove the new Prius; Jaguar unveiled their official Type 01 design; Tesla gonna blow; and more!

Patreon questions include:

• Are new cars TOO easy to...carjack?
• Touch-up vs repaint
• Is 'canyon vs track' a thing?
• Rivian disables a feature we love
• How to drive a RHD car
• Which Clarkson car would we buy
• Phantom Drophead vs Ghost vs Wraith
• Is a manual Audi S8 worth the trouble?
• Lotus Exige or manual-swapped SLK55 AMG?
• The BEST mod-per-dollar
• Sport trucks return!
• Small commuter: Honda Fit vs classic Wagovan
• Nice watch or coilovers?

Recorded October 9, 2026

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Show start
02:30 Do aftermarket wheels help the Cybertruck?
07:30 Wagoneer ratio
17:00 Tesla's new patent
24:00 Toyota Prius review
39:00 Toyota vs Toyota
45:00 Jaguar Type 01 thoughts
57:00 Do people USE frunks?
58:00 Patreon questions begin

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Oct 13, 2026 1 hr 37 min

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

Episode 1156

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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

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Oct 8, 2026 1 hr 40 min

PCOTY Quick Takes; New Giveaway Car; Zack Wins

Episode 1155

Show notes

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

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Oct 6, 2026 1 hr 46 min

Jethro Bovingdon

Episode 1154

Show notes

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 'Ring rental: manual or automatic?
• The best driving route in Europe is...
• Why are E39 M5s so expensive (or are they?)
• How to prep your vehicle for the rainy season
• Carplay in old cars: yay or nay?
• The anxiety of owning a fragile car
• Did Jethro's name help his career
• RHD vs LHD
• And more!

Recorded September 25, 2026

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Oct 1, 2026 1 hr 51 min

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

Episode 1153

Show notes

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

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Sep 29, 2026 1 hr 29 min

Reviewed: Mercedes AMG GT Pro and Vovlo EX30 EV

Episode 1152

Show notes

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: ultra-high performance SUVs are stupid
• Euro delivery or nah?
• And more!
Recorded September 23, 2026

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Sep 24, 2026 1 hr 41 min

911 GT3 S/C Review; the Manthey Difference; a RIde in Waymo's Van

Episode 1151

Show notes

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

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Sep 22, 2026 1 hr 33 min

The Mercedes GTD? Luxury Cars Falling

Episode 1150

Show notes

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 convertible thoguhts
• And more!

Recorded September 11, 2026

Show Notes:

Casper

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Quince

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AG1

For a limited time, save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at https://DRINK AG1.com/tire.

DeleteMe

Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/tire and use promo code TIRE at checkout.

Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST

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Sep 17, 2026 1 hr 42 min

The New Grand Tour; Tesla's Dodge; SHOCKING Repair Estimate

Episode 1149

Show notes

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, 2026

Show Notes:

Casper

Right now, save up to 20% on mattresses when you go to https://casper.com/

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.

AG1

For a limited time, save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at https://DRINK AG1.com/tire.

DeleteMe

Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/tire and use promo code TIRE at checkout.

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 the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast

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Sep 15, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Lexus RZ550e Review; Days of Thunder v2; and More!

Episode 1148

Show notes

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

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Factor

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DeleteMe

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Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast

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#cars #comedy #podcast

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Sep 10, 2026 1 hr 45 min

Reviewed: Corvette ZR1X and Bentley Supersports

Episode 1147

Show notes

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 watches: go or no-go?
• I can't find this strap ANYWHERE
• And more!

Recorded September 4, 2026

Show Notes:

Ethos

Get your free quote at https://ethos.com/tire

Factor

Head to https://factormeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50 percent off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. See website for more details.

DeleteMe

Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/tire and use promo code TIRE at checkout.

Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast

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#cars #comedy #podcast

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Sep 8, 2026 1 hr 47 min

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

Episode 1146

Show notes

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.

*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'
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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% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST

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Sep 3, 2026 1 hr 54 min

Jonny Lieberman (Eccentrica, Cayenne electric, Rivian R2)

Episode 1145

Show notes

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

Show Notes:

Fitbod'
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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

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Show starts
02:00 A forgotten book
07:45 Corvette ZR1X
10:00 Cayenne EV review
27:00 WHY do we have electric door handles?
31:30 Rivian R2 review
43:00 What makes a car an appliance?
58:45 Eccentrica V12 Coupe
01:12:40 Patreon questions begin

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Sep 1, 2026 1 hr 41 min

Detroit Live Show - 2026 Dream Cruise

Episode 1144

Show notes

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.

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