Synopsis
Matt Farah, Zack Klapman, Chris Hayes, and Thad Brown sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind.For video test drives and reviews, go toTheSmokingTire.comorwww.youtube.com/thesmokingtireRentour movie, where we find out if some bad CraigsList cars can cross an entire US State, off-road!www.thesmokingtire.com/film
Episodes
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Jonny Lieberman
16/05/2023 Duration: 02h05minThe return of MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman! Lamborghini Sterrato reviews; how Porsche and Lamborghini's safari cars compare; Jonny went 250MPH in a Bugatti; driving a Countach vs Diablo SV; why we aren't surprised by the Porsche Spyder RS; the amazing prices of 986 Boxsters; Jonny's new watch; which EV shouldn't exist; and so much more! Recorded May 11, 2023 Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR770X Box dash cams. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. Use 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 to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tire t-shirt! https://thesmokingtire.com/partners-1 Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmok
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Everyday Driver's Paul Schmucker and Todd Deeken!
11/05/2023 Duration: 01h36minPaul Schmucker and Todd Deeken are the creators and hosts of Everyday Driver, a YouTube channel and events company. They specialize in reviews and comparisons of attainable sports cars, and also lead incredible driving events in the U.S. and Europe. Today we talk about their new long-term car; an expensive air conditioner; their trip from Spa to the Nurburgring (and the impressive ride-a-longs); and YouTube life. Plus we answer Patreon questions about replacing a WRX with something more fuel efficient; Porsche GT4RS vs GT3; the best generation of Jaguar F-Type; and how Gordon Murray transcends other boomers.https://www.everydaydriver.com/ Recorded May 11, 2023 Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code SMOKINGTIRE for $20 off your first purchase. Use 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 to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoki
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Brokers Steve Serio & Cam Ingram - Selling, Racing, Porsche vs Everyone, Q&A
09/05/2023 Duration: 02h59sCam Ingram runs Road Scholars, a vintage Porsche sales and restoration shop in North Carolina. He also organizes driving events and entered the Pikes Peak Hill Climb in 2023, driving a Cayman GT4. Steve Serio runs The Bond Group, a heavy-hitter car broker. When people want to find a great vintage Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, etc, they go to Serio. These guys know the car market, know how to spot a bad car, and travel the world driving some of the rarest machinery on Earth. On this show we are all over the place: What the car market is doing; why Luft hasn't been replicated by another brand; Cam's insane 2023 Pikes Peak car; why like the Emira (and Steve isn't sold); why people are buying 911 Sport Classics and GT4s; whether or not a Ferrari can win at Pebble Beach; clearing your mind at speed; and so much more. https://roadscholars.com/https://www.bondgroupusa.com/ (Their last appearance was a laugh riot) https://youtu.be/h2nXt4VXSIY Recorded May 4, 2023 Download the Gametime app, create an account, and us
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Ali Javidan - CEO of Range Energy
04/05/2023 Duration: 01h49minAli Javidan built race cars, the Model S prototype, and a new solution for trucking. Ali is the founder and CEO of Range Energy, which has created a bolt-on hybrid system for semi-truck trailers. This is a way to add electrification to the trucking industry without going full Tesla. He is also the former head of prototyping at Tesla. The first Model S? He built it. He explains how that prototype came to be; why Tesla won the charging wars (and who is to blame); why it's stupid to steal cable; and most importantly, his new company's big idea to improve trucking fuel economy by up to 40% without going EV. (Ali has also built some amazing cars for himself, including a badass 2002 and blisteringly-quick Mk1 Ford Escort) https://range.energy/ Recorded May 1, 202 Use 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 to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tir
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The Luftgekühlt Show! 6 Guests + Trivia!
02/05/2023 Duration: 01h10minRecorded live in front of an audience (and some very nice cars) from building #116 at the incredible Luft 9. Guests include Patrick Long, Jeff Zwart, Betim Berisha, Joey Seely, Rod Emory, Mike Musto, and JF Musial. Plus, Porsche TRIVIA with the audience.Recorded April 29, 2023https://luftgekuhlt.com/ Head to factormeals.com/tire40 and use code tire40 to get 40% off your first box. Use 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 to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Click on the DILLON banner, buy a pair of sunglasses, receive a FREE Smoking Tire t-shirt! https://thesmokingtire.com/partners-1 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 Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/there
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Josh Altman (Million Dollar Listing)
27/04/2023 Duration: 01h15minJosh Altman is one of the most successful realtors in the United States. He appears on the television show Million Dollar Listing, on the Bravo! television network, which documents the buying and selling of expensive real estate in Los Angeles and around the world. Josh is full of funny stories and sage advice. Today we hear Josh's incredible origin story -the highs and lows- how he changed careers, found mentors, built his company, and of course, the cars he loves. Josh has stories about his Rolls-Royce, repossessions, a the surprise Dino, a screaming chicken, his mobile office Sprinter, and a beloved GTO. https://www.thealtmanbrothers.com/ Recorded April 25, 2023 Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR770X Box dash cams. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. Use 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 to htt
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Brian Scotto: HOONIGAN's Future; Carcaine; Dinner w/ McRae; Working w/ Ken
25/04/2023 Duration: 02h31minBrian Scotto is the co-founder of HOONIGAN, a brand that either created or found a new kind of car enthusiast that loved their cars but drove them in a way that some would call abusive. To the Hoonigans it was what was needed to go drifting, rally racing, or to just have fun. Burnouts: evolved. Working alongside business partner and mentor, Ken Block, they created the Gymkhana video series, holding the attention of over 550 million people and brands like Ford, Monster Energy, and Subaru. On this episode we talk about @brianscotto growing collection of Audis and VWs (some of which work); getting in early on the RWB Porsche craze; how a valve cover fix became a whole engine; the slippery slope of Audi love; the wonderful challenge that was working with Ken; and how the dark cloud of a sudden and terrible tragedy caused him and the HOONIGAN family to come together and reflect on the past and plan the future. Recorded April 24, 2023 Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR770X Box dash cams. Use
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Prof. Gordon Murray Returns!
20/04/2023 Duration: 01h27minGordon Murray designed the McLaren F1 as well as a number of successful Formula 1 cars. Today he is the head of Gordon Murray Automotive which builds supercars of a very special caliber. Light. Focused. Naturally-aspirated. Manual gearbox. Many RPMs. Today we're talking about their most recently debuted model, the T.33 Spyder, a breezy piece of carbon beauty powered by a 615HP V12 that redlines at 10,250RPM. We talk about the design process; what inspired the shape; why the windshield is different from every other supercar; why the car doesn't need side intakes; Gordon's dislike of buttresses; his guilty pleasure car; the type of car he's NEVER owned; and something he collects that you wouldn't expect. Recorded April 18, 2023 With playoffs spots dwindling, and a chance to witness “The Big One” at Talladega, make sure you grab some friends, find a comfortable spot on the couch and check this race out. Tune into the GEICO 500 on Sunday, April 23rd at 3:00 PM Eastern on FOX. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight
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Emira correction; Indy GP Long Beach; a Heavy MG; Why Turbos Don't Matter
18/04/2023 Duration: 01h48minOn this episode, Matt Farah and Zack Klapman have a correction on their Lotus video (it wasn't our fault); attending the IndyCar GP in Long Beach; seeing the first 3-wheeled solar-charged Aptera in the wild; Seiko paying tribute to Carl Ruiz; a first look at the Acura Integra Type S; and a new Cars and Coffee. Patreon questions include: What's a fast four-seater the won't break the bank? Why you should buy a car with over 100k miles. Replacing your daily from 1951. How to get your dealer to inspect something they don't want to. Our $100k dream fleet. And more! Recorded April 17, 2023 Download the Gametime app and redeem code SMOKINGTIRE for $20 off your first purchase (terms apply). Buying Dillon sunglasses? Hit the partners tab and receive a FREE TST shirt! 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 Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.co
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Free Motorcycle; M3 vs Vette; Ferrari Book; Lucid Resales
13/04/2023 Duration: 01h40minSomeone gave Matt a free motorcycle; Lucid resale values are worrisome; we're going on a Polaris launch; the Ferrari whisperer brought us a heavy crate; and an HOV correction. Patreon questions include: When is the right time to move on; A car to replace a 350WHP IS300; counting the miles of a hybrid; is it just green washing; why talking to the other side is important; Freddy's P1 saltwater catch; why YouTuber drama exists; and more! Recorded April 10, 2023 Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR970X-2CH LTE dash cam. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. Get some Birddogs and a free Yeti style tumbler with code TIRE at https://www.birddogs.com/collections/pants?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=smokingtire Gonna buy some Dillon Optics sunglasses? Go to the TST partners tab! http://thesmokingtire.com/partners-1 Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it
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Ed Zitron (Substack, Business Insider, Twitter)
11/04/2023 Duration: 01h45minEd Zitron is the CEO of EZPR, a national tech and business public relations agency. He is also the author of tech and culture newsletter “Where’s your Ed At?” And writes for Business Insider. On this episode Ed explains why AI will hurt us but not when it comes to jobs; the problem with seeking perpetual growth; the failed hope of crypto (and what drove it); Ed's excellent analysis on the original appeal of Twitter and how it's eroding; why we idolize founders; and whether or not tech has done anything for us lately. https://ez.substack.com/ Recorded April 6, 2023 Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR970X-2CH LTE dash cam. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. Get some Birddogs and a free Yeti style tumbler with code TIRE at https://www.birddogs.com/collections/pants?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=smokingtire Gonna buy some Dillon Optics sunglasses? Go to the TST partner
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M2 Review; Ferrari Scammer; Meeting Heroes; BMW Designs
06/04/2023 Duration: 01h40minMatt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss the new 2023 BMW M2, which is bigger/stronger/faster than the last one; Does that make it better? Then the guys discuss a known Ferrari scam that has returned to haunt the world; riding the turbo motorcycle; Matt's surprising new interest in a classic American car; what the M Drivers pack actually is; the best two-car garage for under $100k; and cars that over-delivered for their price. Recorded April 4, 2023 Don’t forget to check out NASCAR Legends Presented by GEICO at Bristol on Dirt this Sunday, April 9th at 7:00PM Eastern on FOX.Use 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 to http://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 Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://
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Vaughn Gittin Jr.
04/04/2023 Duration: 01h21minIt's Formula Drift's Vaughn Gittin Jr!! We talk about that new electronic handbrake he developed for Ford; what parts of Ultra 4 Racing he still finds challenging (and what came easy); the incredible new shock technology on his truck; how RTR grew from an idea to an OEM partner; what he likes about his Mach-E; what it took to make the Mach-E 1400; which exotic car he just bought; supercar let-downs; drag racing an FD car against the Hoonicorn; his fastest entry speed (you won't believe it); his favorite subject in school; and more! Recorded April 2, 2023 Use 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 to http://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 Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Inst
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Lamborghini Revuelto; New BMW M2; Dealing with Social Media
30/03/2023 Duration: 01h28minWe talk about the new Lamrboghini Revuelto; the book "There are no accidents"; and the new M2 in the driveway. Then we answer questions about cars that are universally loved that we never warmed too; why buying a 90s car might be more reliable than something brand new; what to replace an M3 with; how to handle social media; and more. Recorded March 29, 2023 Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://www.vuori.com/tst. Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Go to https://www.blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR970X-2CH LTE dash cam. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. #cars #comedy #podcastTweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Click
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Crew Show: NASCAR Trip w/ Segura; Health; IS500 vs CT5-V; Q&A
28/03/2023 Duration: 01h30minMatt attended the NASCAR race in Austin with Tom Segura and has many stories! Dinner with Jenson Button; a zip line; talking semi trucks with Super Troopers; how Thrifty rental cars could get REAL expensive; and driving Tom's Deman Motorsports 911 GT3. How does it compare to Matt's 4.5-liter Spyder? You'll find out.Then we answer Patreon questions about: to IS500 or CT5-V Blackwing; how to handle your first track day; the watch for the subtle man; the effect of influencers on press launches; what you replace a BMW M2 with; and more!Recorded March 27, 2023 Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at vuori.com/tst. Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Go to blackvue.com/TST to learn more about the BlackVue DR970X-2CH LTE dash cam. Use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam or Parking Mode accessory. Free shipping for orders over $200. Want your question answered? Wa
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Andrew Comrie-Picard DROVE across the OCEAN
23/03/2023 Duration: 01h37minAndrew Comrie-Picard has done all the things with cars one could dream of. He was a professional rally driver for Mitsubishi and Ford, winning trophies for each. He has competed in Formula Drift, stunt driven for Hollywood stars, and helped design and test the course for the Netflix show "Hyperdrive". We talk about but our main focus is his INSANE adventure driving F-250 Arctic Trucks across Northern Canada and the Northwestern Passage. Polar bears. Sinking car. Balloon tires. Helicopters. You won't believe this story.https://transglobalcar.com/copytgc/tpost/xjhy9ukb01-andrew-comrie-picardFollow the next expedition: https://transglobalcar.com/news Recorded March 21, 2023 Head to https://www.GrooveLife.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE for 20% off ALL Groove Life products!Make sure you don’t miss out on the awesome road course racing action and tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 26th at 3:30 PM Eastern on FOX.Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% disc
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Mike Spinelli
21/03/2023 Duration: 02h27minMike Spinelli is a long-time journalist, TV producer/host, and one of our funniest and wisest friends. He was the founder of Jalopnik, helped build /DRIVE (Now The/DRIVE). He's currently producing "American Tuned with Rob Dahm" for Top Gear's YouTube channel and the new docu-series "Win the Weekend" for IMSA. We talk about this year's IMSA stories (and drama), sucker-fan cars, witnessing McMurtry's science project, HAAS's Russian troubles, Mike's Jaguar daily, sweaters, teal Mustangs, and plenty of other funny stories.Recorded March 16, 2023ny stories. Head to GrooveLife.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE for 20% off ALL Groove Life products! Make sure you don’t miss out on the awesome road course racing action and tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 26th at 3:30 PM Eastern on FOX. Use 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 to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Want your question answered? Want to wa
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Stephan Papadakis
16/03/2023 Duration: 01h32minStephan Papadakis is the founder of Papadakis Racing which has more Formula D podiums under its belt than any other team. After developing his skill set building record-holding FWD dragsters, Stephan turned his attention to the growing sport of drifting and has since made quite a name for himself and for good reason. Papadakis racing has built several championship-winning cars for Frederic Aasbo, built Ryan Tuerck's FD Corolla, and Jhonnattan Castro's GR86. In this episode we talk about: How many cars they build per year; why they don't do viral projects; why there's more 4-cylinders in FD these days; the pros and cons of big displacement; a weird head issue; how the cars evolve between seasons; what's up with his weird RAV4 project; and more! Recorded March 14, 2023 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVDKsGMP27sI-7P-r6cTWVQhttps://papadakisracing.com/ Tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 19th at 3:00 PM Eastern on FOX. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the pl
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Best Car Decades; Southern roads; Dream Car Build
14/03/2023 Duration: 01h44minMatt is back from scouting the Southern route for Road & Track's "Smoky 600" event and tells us about the good roads and where to visit; Zack went to the launch for the Hummer EV SUV; the government might address the fast/heavy EV SUV issue. Patreon questions include: Who made the best cars in a specific decade; is more displacement the answer; what dream car "Turducken" would we build; whether or not to track the same type of car you daily; do fun EV commuter cars exist?; why Porsche might be stifling 911 production; where do Matt and Zack disagree; and more!https://experiences.roadandtrack.com/ Recorded March 13, 2023 Tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 19th at 3:00 PM Eastern on FOX. Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at vuori.com/tst. Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% disco
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Our worst car moments; Favorite race tracks; Cars we hate
09/03/2023 Duration: 02h22minMatt Farah and Zack Klapman discuss: the Top 3 worst moments in their careers (and what they taught us); bad cars we reviewed; a fake Ferrari; and our 3 favorite race tracks. Then we answer Patreon questions about: To GT-S or Corvette; A good $15k daily for a BMW fan; what the government should do about fast cars; whether or not you should get the upgraded stereo; cars we regret owning; and more! Recorded March 5, 2023 Make sure you don’t miss out on the action and tune in to the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, March 12th at 3:30 PM Eastern on FOX. It’s time to bring your belt into the 21st century. Head to GrooveLife.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE for 20% off ALL Groove Life products! Use 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 to http://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/th