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The Smoking Tire

Zack Klapman, Matt Farah

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind. Watch our car reviews at www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Follow us! T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapman IG: @thesmokingtire @fakezackklapman Rent or buy our movies!, where we find out if some bad CraigsList cars can cross an entire US State, off-road!https://vimeo.com/thesmokingtire

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All Episodes

01:18:57

THE Guide to So Cal Car Things

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/05/16

Our most-asked question is always about "What should car enthusiasts do when visiting Southern California". So here's the definitive list of things! Plus Q&A about: Why didn't you buy a Michael Schumacher watch? Which generation of Acura RDX do we like? Porsche might sell the Turbo with a manual only!! Will 4 cyl. Boxster/Cayman ever hit $30,000? When it's ok to wear driving gloves. Recorded May 15, 2024 Go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE for 20% off. Head to the Apple

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01:31:11

Aston Vantage Review; Smoky 600 Stories; Weird...

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/05/14

Zack returns from Spain where he spent time testing the all-new 2025 Aston Martin Vantage on both the road and the track; Matt is back from driving a Bentley GT on Road & Track's Smoky 600; a Can-Am throws a rave; someone mails us a very weird card; and we answer questions about: What to replace a GTI withWhich car has the best stereo for under $60kWhen to service a watchThe biggest jump we hit in a carUpcoming versions of the Nodus CanyonDrives that changed our opinion of a truck/SUV/carAnd

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01:31:47

Strange Chevy Call; M3 vs M3; new Kitten; Weird...

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/05/09

We go through our new M3 vs M3 video (G80 vs F80); Matt tells us about his brand new kitten they rescued; we discuss strange branding; Chevy makes us have a strange phone call in order to drive the new Z06 around town; and we answer Patreon questions about:The gov. mandate for automatic brakingWhat the hell is BMW doing?Could the hypercars of today existed back in the '90s?Can I buy a good 997 Porsche 911 for under $50k?Is it worth stretching my budget to get a 2020 Macan vs a 2017?When is an Audi

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01:27:05

Donald Osborne (Curation and Appraisal Expert)

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/05/07

Donald Osborne is the CEO of Audrain Motorsport and the reason we got to drive a car made before 1910! Remember when we held up a city's worth of traffic on a bridge? We have him to thank. Sort of. Donald is an absolute car expert with a focus on vintage cars. As someone who has curated museum collections and assessed cars for collectors, he really knows the minutiae of so many vehicles. On this show we laugh about our famous traffic jam; talk about how we beat Donald in the "non-race" this year;

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01:15:24

Wayne Carini

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/05/02

Wayne Carini on TV, gifting cars, and the why the kids are alright. https://www.instagram.com/waynecariniofficial/?hl=enhttps://www.waynecarini.tv/pages/about-wayne-carinihttps://watch.motortrend.com/show/chasing-classic-cars-motortrend-atve-us Recorded April 27, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. Get multiple offers on your car at The Lasso! Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount

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01:45:14

Seen Through Glass' Sam Fane

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/30

Sam Fane is the creator and host of the YouTube channel and podcast Seen Through Glass. We talk about his new driving event, his Ferrari (and why red is IS an ok color for Ferraris), his used daily, YouTube challenges, and more. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBr8w4ki1xAcQ1JVDp_-Fg https://seenthroughglass.online/ Recorded April 25, 2024 AutoTempest has all the cars. One search. Head to Autotempest.com/tire now so they know we sent you. Get multiple offers on your car at The Lasso! Use Off The

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01:06:39

Mister Cartoon (Tattoo and low rider legend)

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/25

Mr Cartoon is one of the most famous tattoo artists to ever put ink to skin. His artistic journey began in graffiti before moving to airbrushing clothes and low rider cars. He's got a line of Turtle Wax car care, designed wheels, and has an amazing garage of his own. We talk about the history of low riders; how hydraulics work; the legality of them; how he got into cars; wild builds over the years; the hardest form of art; whether a celebrity makes him nervous; the hardest body part to tattoo; and

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01:21:24

Countach plan; DB12 Volante; EV Pokemon?

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/23

Matt's Countach has a triage plan (sort of); we review the new Aston Martin DB12 Volante (and compare it to the competition from Bentley, Italy, and Mercedes); Patreon questions include: Used Focus RS or new GR Corolla? Why Taycan brakes feel weird To jump from new Ioniq 5 to used Taycan Do EVs have a floor? Which state has the best Mexican food? A very interesting question about gamifying EV ownership. And more! Recorded April 22, 2024 Head to https://www.factormeals.com/tire50 and

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01:53:26

The Donnie Thing; Fleet Update; NSX Road Trip

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/18

Matt has updated his fleet in a surprising way; took the NSX on a 600-mile road trip; and explains his position on the unfortunate situation with his recently-arrested former Ferrari mechanic, Donnie Callaway. Recorded April 17, 2024 American owned and with over 100,000 happy customers ditch harsh smoke forever byvisiting The Freeze Pipe and use code TIRE for 10% off your order. That’sThe Freeze Pipe and Code TIRE for 10% off. Shop today for free shipping. AutoTempest has all the cars. One search

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01:33:48

The Ioniq 5 N Is a Great Liar; 3 Dream Engine Swaps

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/16

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N blew Matt's mind for so many reasons you won't believe. Plus, what engines would we swap into which car if we had all the money and talent? That's what we're talking about today. Dream builds. Plus, Patreon questions about: Is it a good idea to finance an R34 GTR? When it is (and isn't) time to get out of a Ford and into a German car. WRX TR vs GR Corolla Our thoughts on the Mustang GTD's trunk. Why the 997 is the sweet spot for Porsche 911s. Do we care about

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00:59:55

Ali Javidan (FAT ICE Racing; How Dampers Work;...

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/11

Matt calls in from the Bernardus hotel with our friend and the founder and CEO of Range Energy, Ali Javidan. Ali is an engineer and high-caliber driver, who shares with us his take on why the GT3 RS is so stiff, why adjustable dampers matter as much as springs; his experience driving in Aspen at the FAT ICE Race; how to durability test a semi-truck trailer; why batteries need to be liquid-cooled; and when to ignore rock chips. Note: This show was recorded remotely with Matt and Ali calling into Zack

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01:22:16

Peter Attia; Zack's Wedding Story; Huge Q&A

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/09

We discuss Peter Attia's podcast interview with a former employee of NHTSA regarding road safety; Matt finds out just how expensive a Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe is (and how his wife feels about shopping for one); Matt and Zack try to decide which of their content to put up for a nomination; and Zack reveals why he's the best worst groomsman. Patreon questions include: Will I regret selling my C38 AMG? What's the next resto-mod platform? Why new cars compromise comfort Which obscure cars turn

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01:15:23

Top 10 Winged Cars; Maybach Review; Zack Learns...

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/04

Matt reviews the Maybach GLS 600; Zack learns about travel law; and we name our top 10 cars with wings.Listener questions include: 2020 BRZ vs 2024 Is there a car culture we don't understand or agree with? How to treat cyclists Magma thoughts Are McLaren brakes weird? Is a base 911 lacking? Why some brands break Should I add an LSD? and more!Recorded April 2, 2024 https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the

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01:39:40

Top 10 Luxury Cars; Rolls Spectre Review; Q&A

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/04/02

Matt and Zack review the Rolls-Royce Spectre EV, and are surprised by the options list; turns out we have very different lists when it comes to the best luxury cars ever.Audience questions include:Car deals we regret missingThe best high-performance baby carrierWhy to put bad tires on a good carDo C6 Corvettes drive better than C5s?What we think of the giant truck charging station popping up in Sacramento, CAAnd more Recorded March 29, 2024 https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want your

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01:37:19

Tyler Hoover

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/28

Tyler Hoover tells us about how he got a "free" Lamborghini Countach; his huge new farmstead; the famous Bentley he owned (and the celebrity that bailed on it); how working on Car Trek differs from his TV show; his cars; and a lot more. Recorded March 25, 2024 https://www.youtube.com/@HooviesGaragehttps://www.instagram.com/the_real_hoovies_garage https://www.givemethevin.com/smokingtire Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get

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01:27:06

How Miro Became a Hypercar Test Driver

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/26

How do you get the job of test driver? What's it like perfecting the fastest EV and ICE car? Miro knows. Miro Zrncevic is the test driver for Rimac, builder of the record-setting EV hypercar, the Nevera. Miro has been involved in Rimac since the beginning, though not in the way you might think. In this episode we find out why Miro wanted to be a test driver; his education and work background; how he got the job; his thoughts on tuning steering; why a car has to lean a little bit; the dangers of

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01:39:10

10 Technologies that Ruined Cars w/ Ed Zitron

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/21

What are 10 types of tech that make cars worse? That's what we're discussing with today's guest, Ed Zitron. Ed Zitron is an author, journalist, and podcaster. He is CEO of EZPR, a national tech and business public relations agency. We love his newsletter “Where’s your Ed At?” , which often covers tech, AI, and how both will fail to deliver. On this show we talk about how car marketing is changing; the Fisker financial situation; why Apple's headset sucks while being amazing; why your phone isn't a

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01:39:42

Top 5 EVs Ever w/ Kyle Connor

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/19

What are the best EVs yet? Is charging getting better? Can the grid handle it? Which electric pickup would win in a cross-country race? Are batteries recyclable? All that and more with Kyle Connor. Kyle Connor is a YouTuber in command of a whopping 17 different channels. He focused on EVs, covering the space comprehensively. He has road tripped, towed with, tested, charged, and driven more EVs than most people will in a lifetime. As such, he has excellent insights into why EVs have the problems that

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01:08:41

10 Car Moonshots that Missed

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/14

There are some cars out there that seemed like a good idea at the time but ended up failing. There are other cars that seem crazy on paper and were even worse in metal, but got built anyway. Today we're talking about 10 of history's automotive moon shots that failed to take hold. From odd propulsion choices to super cars that didn't deliver, overpriced economy badges to hypercars made obsolete by their maker, we cover it all. 10 Times Car Companies SENT it and Missed16 year-old steals a dozen

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01:47:13

Top 10 Cars for Your Buck (New and Used)

The Smoking Tire ·

2024/03/12

What's the best bang for your buck right now, new or used? We've got ten cars you can buy that are a great value for the most fun and performance. 5 used cars, 5 new cars. Spoiler alert: the answer is not Miata. We'll explain why. Plus, Matt talks about the all new Porsche Panamera's crazy dancing suspension and what it means for speed; we also discuss that Cyber Truck's steering/brake failure; the least-green cars of the year (one is an EV!); the flaws of "self-driving" companies; and what's wrong

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