Synopsis
What's the history of stop lights? What are some common myths about car dealerships? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at all things automotive in CarStuff, a podcast by HowStuffWorks.com.
Episodes
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Airport Support Vehicles
12/04/2016 Duration: 50minSure, airports are all about planes, but they're not the only amazing vehicles on the runway. In this episode Scott and Ben dive behind the scenes and under the wing to learn more about the fleets of support vehicles that make plane flights possible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Synchronized Driving
05/04/2016 Duration: 54minYou've heard of synchronized swimming - but what about synchronized driving? Tune in to learn more about the complex (and dangerous) techniques required to perform multi-car stunts, with cars often mere inches away. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What's your cheapest running car?
29/03/2016 Duration: 42minWhat's the least you ever paid for a running and driving car? Was it worth it? Join Scott and Ben as they recount some of the best -- and worst -- cheapest running cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Steinway Mercedes and Other Piano Cars
22/03/2016 Duration: 45minWhat the heck is a piano car? Join Scott and Ben to find out the history of these unusual automobiles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What the heck is a Sherp?
15/03/2016 Duration: 41minWith gigantic wheels and a strangely proportioned frame, the Sherp certainly isn't your average ATV. But what makes this Russian-made vehicle different from the competition? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Gumpert Apollo
08/03/2016 Duration: 42minThe Gumpert Apollo is a supercar out of Altenburg, Germany. Join Scott and Ben as they demystify this modern marvel and get down to the nuts and bolts of how it works. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The International Harvester Story
01/03/2016 Duration: 01h17minThe International Harvester Company was incredibly influential in the advent of modern farming technology. Join Scott and Ben as they take a deep-dive into the company's rich history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Scott and Ben Review Their Cars
23/02/2016 Duration: 58minThe guys talk about everything automotive-related, and this week they're doing something a little different: reviewing their own cars. Tune in to learn more about the good, the bad, and the ugly for Scott and Ben's vehicles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nuts and Bolts: The 2016 Edition (Part 2)
16/02/2016 Duration: 53minIt's time for another installment of nuts and bolts, wherein Scott and Ben try (unsuccessfully) to squeeze in all the emails, news stories, stats and anecdotes that haven't made it into earlier episodes. Tune in to see if your letter made it to the air! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hobos, Tramps and Bums: Modern Train-hoppers
09/02/2016 Duration: 01h15minWhen you think of hobos riding the rails across America, you probably think of the Great Depression or other bygone eras. Yet you may be surprised to learn train-hoppers are alive and well in modern-day America -- and, what's more, around the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nuts and Bolts: The 2016 Edition
02/02/2016 Duration: 50minIt's time for another installment of nuts and bolts, wherein Scott and Ben try (unsuccessfully) to squeeze in all the emails, news stories, stats and anecdotes that haven't made it into earlier episodes. Tune in to see if your letter made it to the air! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Autoblog's Best and Worst Cars of 2015
26/01/2016 Duration: 44minJoin Scott and Ben as they explore Autoblog's picks for the best and worst cars of 2015 -- some of the results might surprise you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Vaporware or Auto Revolution? Faraday Future
19/01/2016 Duration: 41minWith help from ex-Tesla employees and a Chinese tech-tycoon, Faraday Future is planning to revolutionize the electric car market. But how? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the controversial new company. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
12/01/2016 Duration: 50minSince 1938, the small town of Sturgis, South Dakota, has grown to a metropolis as bikers from around the world gather to celebrate the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Listen in to learn more about one of the world's largest bike rallies. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Who invented the safety belt?
05/01/2016 Duration: 57minAccording to multiple estimates, the safety belt has saved over one million lives. So where did it come from? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Peugeot Story
29/12/2015 Duration: 01h01minHow did a company that started out making coffee mills and bicycles become one of the most important names in modern racing? Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Top 10 Deadliest Interstates
22/12/2015 Duration: 42minEach year, thousands die on America's interstates -- but which roads are the most dangerous? The answer may surprise you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What is a Funny Car?
15/12/2015 Duration: 49minThe forward-mounted engines of Funny Cars set them apart in the world of drag racing, but that's just the beginning of the story. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Legends: Eddie Rickenbacker
08/12/2015 Duration: 57minEddie Rickenbacker wasn't just a race car driver -- he was an American hero. In this episode of the Legends series, Scott and Ben follow the rise of Eddie Rickenbacker from ace pilot to legendary driver. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nissan Skyline
01/12/2015 Duration: 46minThe Nissan Skyline changed the face of the auto industry -- and for more than a year, listeners have patiently asked Scott and Ben to take a closer look at its rise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.