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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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01:23:16

Nicole Johnson (YouTuber, Monster Truck driver)

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/25

Nicole Johnson is a YouTuber and former Monster Jam driver (yes, as in monster trucks) who is on a mission to drive everything that is cool, weird, different, and fun. Her channel, Nicole Johnson's Detour, demonstrates that she's accomplishing her mission; from 1,000HP rat rods to crazy EVs and everything in between, she never drives the same thing twice. https://www.nicolejohnsonsdetour.com/https://www.youtube.com/@NicoleJohnsonsDetour Recorded September 18, 2025 Show Notes:DeleteMeTake control of

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01:38:23

'25 Aston Vanquish Review; Kart Drifting; Matt's Law

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/23

We went go-kart drifting and wowzers did it surprise us; Matt makes a new law; the 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish is fast and expensive but is it too limited? and we answer Patreon questions including:Can you drive on tires that are older than 5 years?How would we fix GM?Would we ever get a Neuralink implant?Track car dream: Dark Horse R vs Cayman Clubsport?Why shouldn't I put a parking lift in my garage?$30k sports car for rough roads and occasional track usTop bucket list activity?Why Matt hates the

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02:05:22

Mustang GTD Drive; Czinger Factory of WTF; Q&A

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/18

Driving the Mustang GTD; we toured the Czinger and Divergent 3D factory; Matt tells us about the great Mustang day of 2025; and we answer a whole lot of Patreon questions including:Cars that journos loved but failed to sell?Top automotive pilgrimagesWhy do RVs people choose Wranglers?E34 BMW: better than E36 or no?Prettiest Mustang ever?Next US car brand to go under will be...Driving a Panoz is like...When you shouldn't mess with a Porsche intakeBest / worst days at workAnd more! Recorded September

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01:38:46

The WORST Door Handles; a Free Car; Leno's Bill

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/16

What's the WORST door handle ever? Plus, towing in used luxury vs a new F-150: Matt's upcoming drive in 4 legendary Mustangs; an early look at the new, improved Streets of Willow; a FREE car shows up; our thoughts on Leno's Bill, and Patreon question include:How do we downsize our car payment: lease or buy?Most played out current design trendHow will the current NSX be seen in the future?What we think about the Mitsubishi 3000GTWhich front-engine RWD car to add to the fleet?Used RS or Touring?Which

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01:46:24

Driving the 1,250HP Czinger 21C VMax

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/11

It has 1,250HP, a skeleton like you've never seen, broke 5 track records in 5 days, looks like an alien spacecraft, and we drove it: It's the Czinger 21C VMax.Patreon questions include:Countach stolenDream podcast guestsBest bad driving positionIs a 200k mile Audi S4 a good idea?That new Audi TT C conceptWhy are 992.1 prices going up??The best used AMG for the moneyCould Porsche sell a new GT2?Carbon fiber windshield wipers?Too many cars?Swap cars just for the sake of it?Snarky comebacksThat SSC

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01:37:23

Nissan Z Nismo manual(!); Robots; BMW Bike Review;...

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/09

Bikes, robots, hypercars, oh my! On this episode, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss the robot Olympics; their drives in the 1,750HP SSC Tuatara; power-to-weight ratios of their own cars vs some famous ones; the manual Nissan Z Nismo; review a BMW motorcycle; and answer Patreon questions about:Porsche wireless EV chargingOur thoughts on low ridersBest tow-rig / cool-car pair?How many cars is too many?Thoughts on Canadian whiskey?Buy an EV before or after the tax credit ends?Which Genesis we would

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01:41:58

Larry Chen

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/04

Larry Chen is one of the most skilled and famous automotive photographers of this generation. His clients include auto companies, race car drivers, organizers, events, and everything in between. Most recently, he's known for his video series on Hagerty that showcases car culture around the world. From underground clubs in Tokyo to royalty in Asia, American muscle collectors to wheel makers, the show is a true look at every corner of the automotive world.Today Larry brings us the amazing story of how

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01:56:49

Jonny Lieberman (Fixed)

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/09/03

Jonny Lieberman is back for a weird whiskey tasting at to talk about: His drive in the RUF Rodeo; why he likes certain Cadillac EVs; whether or not he would buy a Rivian again; his YouTube channel; why barrels on the ground make things taste different than barrels near the roof; getting drunk in Scotland; his feelings on fake gears in EVs; and more! Recorded September 1, 2025 Show Notes:Car GurusBuy or sell your next car today with Car Gurus at cargurus.com. Go to cargurus.com to make sure your big

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01:41:28

Driven: Totem SuperGT, the 670HP Carbon Alfa Clone

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/28

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman tell of their drive in the incredible, carbon-fiber-constructed piece of unobtanium that is the Totem SuperGT. It's an homage to the legendary Alfa GTV/A cars. Does it do the original justice? Is it overpriced?Plus, Chrysler might make an off-road minivan.Patreon questions include:Should my teenager get a Miata or an EV?Have we hit peak "reimagine"?You're CEO of Porsche for a day: what would you change?What is the ultimate commuter car?Can I put a Transformers sticker on

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01:29:21

Crew, RUF Rodeo, and Parker's HUGE Win

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/26

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman might have driven their rarest car yet: the RUF Rodeo. Does a 7-figure rally car have something cheaper cars don't? Will they sell any of them? And what's Zack's issue with the buying market? Plus, an update on the Meyers Manx problem; NASCAR driver and friend of the show, Parker Kligerman, finally has his best day ever (and doesn't get the credit); and we answer Patreon questions including: How to sit in your car Is there still a market for EV credits? How to make

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01:36:18

Zack's Game Show; M5 Touring (Again); Aston Vanquish...

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/21

Zack has a new automotive game show; take 2 on the BMW M5 touring; reviewing the new Aston Martin Vanquish; and we almost run out of gas in the same car, separately. Recorded August 19, 2025 Zack Klapman's Drivers' Test: https://youtu.be/NcdQ69Om6ro?si=kHVU_JV37pRXg1wJ Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tire t-shirt! https://thesmokingtire.com/partners-1 New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Use Off The Record! and

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01:21:00

2025 Monterey Car Week Stories

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/19

Recorded August 18, 2025Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcastUse Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go tohttp://www.offtherecord.com/TST.Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtireTweet at

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01:36:40

Larry Kosilla's Extreme Detailing

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/14

What's it take to clean a disgusting car that hasn't been touched in decades? Larry Kosilla knows. He is one of the most skilled and well-known car detailers in the world. His new show, "Extreme Detailing", on Discovery+ highlights how grimy cars get a glow-up. He also tells us about: his experience owning a Porsche GT3; his love of his Ford Model T; TV production; and growing up as Matt Farah's best

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01:30:31

Sam Fane of Seen Through Glass

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/12

Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass on YT) drops by from the UK to talk about the Cadillac Blackwing he's driving; his comical Ferrari 360 restoration; making content; what to look at during Monterey car week; and more! Recorded August 10, 2025 https://www.youtube.com/@seenthroughglasshttps://seenthroughglass.online/ DeleteMeTake control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners.Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go

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01:41:26

SSC Tuatara Review; No More Regs; Merc EVs

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/07

We drove the 1750HP SSC Tuatara! What a thing it was! How's it feel? Compare to a Bugatti or a Pagani or a Koenigsegg? Is it worth the money? And what about that record thing...Plus, Mercedes stops selling EVs in CA; fuel economy standards end: what does it mean?; and we answer Patreon questions including:Why do old cars have "patina" and newer cars "look rough"?Should I replace my tired suspension with aftermarket or OEM?Are mild performance cars a good value?How do we feel about Detroit?Has the

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01:12:33

The Dallas Show!

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/08/05

TST Live in Dallas, TX! Who can create the best 5-car garage for this city? What's the best location for a NASCAR race that ISN'T a race track? And we roast a lot of our fans' cars. What a show! Thanks to everyone who came out! Filmed Live from The Shop Club in Dallas Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/tire #rulapod DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go

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01:00:08

The Houston Show!

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/07/31

TST went to Houston, TX! In this show, Zack and Matt compete to make the most "Houston-like" dream garage; talk about the Tesla diner; hypothesize why Cadillacs learned to turn; and ROAST a bunch of cars submitted by our amazing fans. Thanks to EVERYONE who came to see us. We will be back. Recorded July 24, 2025 Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire10fm now to get 10 Free Meals with a Free Item For Life. New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Use Off The Record

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01:29:45

M5 Touring Review; 715HP 911T Drive; Car Thieves!

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/07/29

We give our take on the new M5 Touring; review the insanely powerful 715HP Porsche 911T built by Flat6Motorsports; and answer your questions about:Is the C4 ZR1 worth the price over the LT1?Keep my allocation for one cool car or go for two cheaper cars: one fun and one practical?Manual swap dream: Ferrari 458 or Porsche 718 RS?What car to buy to keep up with a C7, 997 Carrera, and BMW M2?The CA DMV goes after Tesla autopilot.Is the BMW X5 M Comp better than the new M5 Touring?Is the 4-cylinder

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02:03:07

Faraday's "Future"; Top 5 Entry Watches; Countach...

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/07/24

Matt's Top 5 entry-level luxury watches; Faraday's weird future; Myers Manx engine update; Lamborghini Countach engine problem; Mazda 3 hatchback manual review; and Patreon questions include:Rank fast wagonsReplace the Countach with?Will Texas track speeders like Japan?Are 911Ts worth their price?Cars that look like worse versions of competitionCan Waymo handle Philly?SS 1LE Track car: modify or replace?Best convertible for road trips with momWould a smaller motor make an EV more efficient?Best car

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01:25:46

Building Cars is HARD w/ Oil Stain Lab

The Smoking Tire ·

2025/07/22

Nikita and Iliya Bridan are car designers behind the incredible and interesting Half-11 hypercar. They both spent years designing for various OEMs and have now struck off on their own. On this show we talk about the incredibly difficult development phase; making two powertrains work in one car; why an EV swap interests them; the hardest part about building cars; expensive windshields; what inspired them; and so much more.Recorded July 17, 2025https://www.oilstainlab.com/ Houston Tickets Dallas

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