Synopsis
The hosts of "Everyday Driver", Paul and Todd, get behind the microphone to answer questions and help viewers find the right car for their needs. Disagreement and debate are bound to happen. Along the way they discuss what goes on behind the scenes of their review films and other topics throughout the car industry.
Episodes
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045: Michael Harley of AutoWeb, First Car in Chicago, Sports Coupe in Canada
02/06/2015 Duration: 39minMichael Harley, Editor-In-Chief of AutoWeb.com joins the guys to talk about his new ventures and debate some cars for the audience. John in Chicago is looking for his first car, and Nick in Canada is looking for an entry-level sports coupe...all 3 guys offer some interesting choices.Be sure to check out AutoWeb.com for buying resources, and email us with your own debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook to suggest cars for FastBlast content, and don't forget to turn off your adblockers! Thanks for watching and listening!
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044: Paul's Debate Cont'd, Inconsistent Buying Resources, Your Next Track Car
26/05/2015 Duration: 40minYou've written to us with great suggestions! Paul is considering many ideas, and continues the conversation with Todd to begin the process of narrowing down. Todd then brings up great points about buying guide discrepancies for both buyers and sellers, and the guys discuss their own findings. Finally, Craig in SF is quite open to his next track car, so what should it be?Don't forget to turn off your ad blockers, and please rate and review the podcast to help us grow! Find our video reviews and FastBlasts on YouTube, and write to us with your own debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.
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043: The New Camaro 6, One Car or Two, Teacher Becomes Student
19/05/2015 Duration: 47minThe Sixth Generation Camaro has been revealed! The guys haven't driven it yet, but they discuss some interesting perspectives, along with the new styling and engine options. Erin in Los Angeles is debating about keeping his GTI and adding a fun car, or downsizing to only one car--what should that be? Also, Colin in San Diego has made many recommendations to friends and family about car purchases, only to be stumped for his own next car purchase--he writes in asking for some choices.Don't forget to turn off your AdBlockers as we transition to weekly content! This will help us put more revenue towards more FastBlast and regular content. Email us with your own debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com, and FaceBook us with FastBlast suggestions. Thanks for watching and listening!
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042: Miller Motorsports Park Closing, Sports Car as Reward, Backroad Commuter
12/05/2015 Duration: 43minMiller Motorsports Park in Salt Lake City, UT has announced its closure, as of Oct. 31, 2015. The guys are bummed by the news, but have some optimism and discuss why track days and car clubs are important. Ben in Chicago, IL is rewarding himself with a sports car purchase, and writes in with a long list, asking what choices he should consider. Then, Brian in Ontario, Canada is keeping his 2006 STI, but needs an inexpensive commuter/family/fun car for backroads commuting.Thanks for watching and listening, and don't forget this week begins weekly content from us! Beginning with FastBlasts, we are looking to drive cars that we don't typically have a 'place' for, so write to us on Facebook with your ideas. Please support us on Patreon.com/EverydayDriver, and write to us with your own Debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.
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041: Car Debate for Paul; Modern Cars or Project Cars?
05/05/2015 Duration: 40minThis is a twist--Todd debates his choices for Paul, who is considering his next 'fun' car. What should he get, and what do you think? We toss that question to the audience! Then, a long overdue discussion about owning modern cars or project cars--which is better and why? JJ from Buffalo, NY is involving the whole family to help his father-in-law make a decision. Also, Steve from Sacramento, CA is getting the whole family into autocrossing, so what is best for he & his wife?Huge thanks for listening and watching our YouTube reviews--find us on Facebook & Twitter for updates, and don't forget weekly content coming your way beginning May 14, 2015! Please donate on Patreon.com/EverydayDriver to help us increase the content for you!
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040: Mustang Ecoboost Shoot, Cars for Girlfriends, Realizing You Can Buy A Sportscar
28/04/2015 Duration: 35minThe guys just traveled to LA to shoot the Ecoboost Mustang, along with some 'greatest hits.' John in Pennsylvania asks about choices for his girlfriend & her dog, and Kevin in Spokane WA has realized he can buy a sportscar! He has particular needs, so the guys discuss many options.Weekly content is coming, starting May 14, 2015! Send us suggestions for FastBlast shoots on our Facebook page, and write to us with your own debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Thanks for listening and watching!
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039: Uber & Self-Driving, Grandparents' Fun Car, Roadtrip-Worthy Hot Hatches
21/04/2015 Duration: 34minMatt from Ljubljana, Slovenia gives the guys some good discussion points for the self-driving future, which doesn't include trains. Craig is looking for a new fun car that grandparents can enjoy, and then Daniel has decided that his 2010 lifted Wrangler is a less-than-ideal roadtrip car, so he is interested in a hot hatch that is also comfortable for long drives.Please write to us with your own debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Be sure to include your location on the planet, so we can help decide which is the best car for you. Find us on Twitter, Facebook, Patreon, Vimeo and Amazon! Thanks for listening and watching.
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038: Brand Reliability, Car for Dad, Solid Enthusiast RWD Cars
14/04/2015 Duration: 39minBased on the 2015 JD Power Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), Todd & Paul discuss notable surprises on the list and how they have to throw out their pre-conceived notions about cars. Lamar in IL asks about suggestions for his dad, who is giving him a 2012 Camry and is opposed to any mfr. that isn't Japanese. Also, Daniel posts his request on the Everyday Driver website, regarding his family's approval for him to buy a fun car! The guys discuss their favorite options for him.Thanks for listening and watching, and please help us to make more YouTube videos by contributing at Patreon.com/EverydayDriver. When watching, turn off your adblockers, and find updates about the show on Facebook and Twitter.
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037: 2015 New York Auto Show, Family-Friendly Enthusiast Cars, Wagon Wildcards
07/04/2015 Duration: 41minThe New York Auto Show discussion, focusing on a few notable reveals. Eric writes to Paul & Todd, asking for help finding his next family-friendly car--should it be a wagon? Matt in WI also is a fan of wagons, and asks about ideas for his needs. The guys come up with some interesting choices!If you have a debate of your own, write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Donate to us for increased car content at Patreon.com/EverydayDriver. And finally, you can find us on Facebook and Twitter with show updates. Thanks for listening and watching!
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036: Top Gear UK is dead, Company Cars, New Leased Enthusiast Options
31/03/2015 Duration: 34minBBC Top Gear (as we know it) is dead. Paul & Todd talk about how it inspired a generation of car enthusiasts and the impact it's had on Everyday Driver. Then, Christopher in Gothenberg, Sweden asks for new company car options for his Houston-based dad. Brian in Detroit, MI wants suggestions for a leased commuter car; one that will offer the luxury of reliability but still offer enthusiast qualities.Please rate and review the podcast, and help us create more videos by contributing to us on Patreon.com/EverydayDriver. Write to us with your own Debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com, and find us on all the social media usual suspects...thanks for watching and listening!
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035: Autonomous Driving, Wagons are Cool, and Third Cars
24/03/2015 Duration: 35minWith so many current news articles about autonomous cars, the guys had to discuss their thoughts on the impact now and also future trends. Then, Mike in Virginia is trying to decide on a hatchback or wagon for commuting, hauling friends and hauling bicycles. Damon in PA already has an SUV and a track-focused Cayman, so what should his third car be? Paul & Todd enjoy talking about options for him.Please rate and review the Podcast to help us grow! Find us on social media, and order your copy of '50 Years of the 911' and 'Mid-Engines & Mountains' today. Write to us with your own car debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com.
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034: Car Debate Success!, Cars for Wives and Moms
17/03/2015 Duration: 36minListeners have told us what they bought! Paul & Todd begin the show talking about listeners who bought car recommendations they suggested. For the debate, two listeners have written with questions for the women in their lives. The guys continue their thoughts with choices for Elliott in KY, looking for a non-enthusiast car for his wife; and Avery from South TX who asks about good next car choices for his mom.Watch our reviews on YouTube, and catch our 'what's next' updates on Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to purchase your copy of '50 Years of the 911' and 'Mid-Engines & Mountains' on Amazon Blu-ray or Vimeo-On-Demand. Write to us with your car debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com!
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033: Geneva Show Discussion, American Iron, 60K Agile Fun
10/03/2015 Duration: 39minThey guys discuss the crazy cars revealed at this years Geneva Auto Show. Then they debate for Aaron, who doesn't have a car at all right now but remembers liking his old Mustang. And finally we have fun dreaming for Scott who has $60k to spend and wants something fun, unique, and agile. Thanks for listening, and please leave a rating and review. We welcome your Podcast questions or ideas - EverydayDriverTV@gmail. Also please watch and review our films on YouTube or our feature length pieces on Vimeo and Amazon.
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032: A Saab Story; Moving to the West Coast; Cars for Military Life
03/03/2015 Duration: 30minTodd talks about his 9-2x and why it was left off the enthusiast roster. Then, the guys dive into the debate by trying to figure out what a normal car is. John from NJ is selling his cars, moving to the west coast of the US, and writes in asking about ideas for one car to drive daily but autocross also. Chad, who is a Coast Guard service member, needs a car for military life and a growing family--something he can beat the snot out of and still drive to work.Find our films on Amazon and Vimeo-On-Demand, and join us on YouTube, FB and Twitter. If you have a car debate you'd like the guys to discuss, write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Thanks for watching and listening!
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031: Tuning Your Car, Unique Hatches, Functional Fast Cars & The Family Track Car
24/02/2015 Duration: 42minThe guys offer their opinions on steps for tuning your car- should it be horsepower or handling?. Then, Trevor in LA is looking for a unique all-around hatch, Rob in Boston needs a functional family car yet something still fun; and Bill is ready to introduce the whole family to autocrossing, and needs a family track car!Thanks for listening--please write to us with suggestions, comments and your personal car debate at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Catch us on all the usual suspects for social media, and find our films on Amazon Bluray and Vimeo On Demand!
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030: JDM Toyota FT-86 Cb, Brand New Drivers, Replacing Your College Ride, High-Mileage Commuting
17/02/2015 Duration: 38minThe guys return to the debate after discussing many enthusiast cars. In this episode, Todd & Paul tackle cars for Jack, a 16-year-old new driver; Ian, who wants to replace his college beater; and Brad, who drives nearly 40K miles per year. Most newsworthy though, there's a new style for the Toyota FT-86, but in Japan only...Catch us on YouTube for our high-quality video reviews, and write to us with your Car Debate ateverydaydrivertv@gmail.com. Thanks for watching & listening!
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029: Enthusiast Cars by Manufacturer, Part 5
10/02/2015 Duration: 48minThe final installment of our enthusiast cars discussion, which wraps up with Scion, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo. Prior to diving into the discussion, Paul & Todd talk about a couple of newly announced production enthusiast cars that have both the guys very intrigued. The Cayman GT4 and Ford Focus RS. Keep the ideas coming--we had fun with this one and look forward to more.Find our video reviews on YouTube/Everyday Driver, and follow our #tagtuesdays on Twitter. Submit your own crazy, baffling car photo for that, and follow our updates on Facebook. Thanks for watching and listening!
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028: Enthusiast Cars by Manufacturer, Part 4
03/02/2015 Duration: 47minLots of enthusiast cars to be covered in this episode, which include Mazda, Mercedes, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Porsche! For this episode, the guys dive right into discussing the cars--and besides the usual suspects, find themselves talking about a few niche and forgotten models that deserve recognition. Keep the ideas coming--we are open!Catch '50 Years of the 911' on Amazon Bluray and Vimeo On Demand. Also find our latest film there too, entitled 'Mid-Engines & Mountains.' Find us on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter, and help us out at Patreon.com. Thanks for listening and watching!
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027: Enthusiast Cars by Manufacturer, Part 3
27/01/2015 Duration: 52minContinuing with the popular series discussing performance/enthusiast cars from each manufacturer, the guys cover Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Kia, Lexus and Lotus. A couple of listeners (Dan and Lucas) also write in, questioning the practice of combining HP/torque specs in hybrid cars; and new LED headlights emitting no heat, which could potentially cause problems with snow & ice buildup while driving.- Todd had a mic problem and we had to use a back-up system this week, our apologies, and things will be back to normal next week! -Keep the requests and questions coming! You can write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com, and find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Patreon. Thanks for watching and listening!
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026: Enthusiast Cars by Manufacturer, Part 2
20/01/2015 Duration: 43minThe 2015 NAIAS, better known as the Detroit Auto Show, has happened! Quite a few stunning cars were revealed there, so naturally the guys had to talk about the notable ones. Then continuing with the popular series Enthusiast Cars Part 2, the guys cover Chevrolet, Chrysler/Dodge, Fiat, Fisker, Ford and Honda.We welcome viewer and listener suggestions, and we're having fun with this one! Please write to us at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com, or find us on all the social media usual suspects: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Patreon. Thanks for listening and watching!