The Smoking Tire

We go deep on our time with the new 2022 GTI and the 2022 BMW M240i X-drive, because the internet has a lot of questions about both of them. We also talk about the Bridgestone Winter Driving academy, all-seasons vs snow tires; when maintenance should be priced into a negotiation; what car we would drive on Mars; which car to buy for Auto-X; and more! Recorded on Feb 10, 2022 Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to https://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more.Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire16 and use code smokingtire16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free, go to mintmobile.com/tire. 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.Twit

Travis Okulski (@tokulksi) and Kyle Kinard (@kjkinard) are some of the minds and fingers behind Road & Track magazine. They're here to talk about their Performance Car of the Year test, which had them ripping the fastest cars available around Monticello. We also hear about Travis' cautionary Lotus tale; Kyle's E30 ownership; some of their upcoming events; the Hyundai Elantra N; the new Golf R; and more!Recorded February 8, 2022 Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to https://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. https://www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a37867983/bmw-m3-guide/ Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire16 and use code smokingtire16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free, go to mintmobile.com/tire. Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our P

Turn your volume down and grab a fancy whiskey. MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman is here! We talk about the car he ordered; Jonny's entry into Pikes Peak and the training that comes with it; the car Matt secretly bought; watches; whether dealerships will ever go away; a fan's letter about emissions; Barret Jackson madness; and more. Recorded on February 5, 2022 Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to blackvue.com/TST and use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam. Free shipping for orders over $200. Check out Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/TIRE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. 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 Want your question answ

It's comedian Tom Segura! We talk about Tom crashing a car; his Deman-built Cayman; which race car Tom should start with;  Matt reveals his secret car; Tom's thoughts on EVs; Bill Cosby; his tour; and his new book!https://tomsegura.com/bookRecorded on February 4, 2022 Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to blackvue.com/TST and use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam. Free shipping for orders over $200. Check out Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/TIRE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. 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 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on

We have the new GTI Autobahn edition, we attended the Collecting Cars Coffee event, Tesla gets some recalls, and we answer questions about cheater tires, Mk7 vs Mk8 GTIs, why you should resist FOMO, what classes to talk when you buy a supercar, and more.Recorded Feb 3, 2022Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Head to policygenius.com to get your free home and auto insurance quotes and see how much you could save.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app, use promo code TIRE, and get 56-1 odds on either team. Bet just $5 and get $280 in free bets if your team wins. That’s promo code TIRE at DraftKings Sportsbook — An Official Sports Betting Partner of Super Bowl Fifty Six.  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.c

It's Thomas and James from Throttle House! This duo do high-quality car reviews, drag races, and comparisons. Their videos amass hundreds of thousands (if not millions of views) and their cold opens are legendary. We talk about how they got started; they're favorite cars; a CRAZY moment that happened during their Ford GT shoot; driving in Canada; the Rivian; the LFA; what true luxury is; and more! Check them out here. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXiDU5qjfOPxgOPeFWGwKw Recorded on January 27, 2022 (Patrons got to hear this that day! Want the show early? Click below!)Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Head to policygenius.com to get your free home and auto insurance quotes and see how much you could save.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app, use promo code TIRE, and get 56-1 odds on either team. Bet just $5 and get $280 in free bets if your team wins. That’s pr

What's the best way to take a photo of a car? Which camera should you use? Which phone? How do you buy a GT-R for $12? Larry Chen is here to help. Larry Chen is one of the most well-known and respected  automotive/motorsports photographers in the world. He's made a name for himself by capturing exciting moments in drifting, desert racing, and hill climbing. He's a kind person who not only shoots photos but teaches photography classes for Canon, hosts a show with Hoonigan, and has an awesome fleet of cars himself.   On this episode we talk about his new Hot Wheels cars, new pins, new camera tech, the best smart phone camera, how to shoot cars with a phone, why more photographers is a good thing, and more. https://www.youtube.com/c/LarryChenPhotohttps://www.larrychenphoto.comhttps://www.etsy.com/shop/LarryChenPhoto@larry_chen_foto Follow us:@thesmokingtire@therealzackklapman Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valv

It's the return of Chris Harris! And this time he's brought his Collecting Cars business / podcast partner, Ed Lovett. This was a good one. We talk about Chris' cars, the hypercar problem, Ferrari manuals, the 992 GT3, making content for the internet vs TV, the evolution of journalism, content creators, making money on YouTube, crashing things, Chump Car racing, getting stuck in the mountains, Cleetus, and more. Recorded January 25, 2022@harrismonkey@edwardlovett@collectingcarshttps://collectingcars.com/Follow us:@thesmokingtire@therealzackklapman Want to find the right parts for you car? Head to http://carparts.com/thesmokingtire and get 10% off a purchase of $100 or more. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to blackvue.com/TST and use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam. Free shipping for orders over $200. Sign up at ButcherBox.com/TIRE and get 2 lbs of ground beef free in every order for the life of your membership.   Patreon members got to watch the live stream, a

A review of the Subaru WRX 2022; Tesla' autopilot might have a serious legal problem; we drove the Maserati MC20 (and talk about the competition); and we answer questions about GR86 vs Boxster, owning vs financing, fun family cars, and watches!Recorded on January 19, 2022Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store.  Go to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/TIRE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire16 and use code smokingtire16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts! Want your question answered? Early access episodes and live streams? Bonus shows, or ad-free shows? Join our Patreon!  Go to https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast and check out the tiers. It all starts at just $3/month! 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 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS figh

Reggie Watts is one of the most impressive performers we've ever seen. He's a stand up comedian that uses small instruments, beatboxing, and improv in a way that boggles the mind and deserves standing ovations. He loops his own voice, layering it to create beats and melodies that lead to hilarious punchlines. "Unique" is an understatement. It's hard to describe what he does (check him out on YouTube or watch his new Netflix special, "Spatial"). You can also see him as the band leader on "The Late Late Show". @reggiewattsReggie is also into cars. He has a deep appreciation for mechanical integration, engineering, and technology. On this episode we talk about his early cars, what he likes about new tech, his EV interests, a hyper owl, car stereos, head phones, and more.  From his site: "Reggie Watts is an internationally renowned vocal artist/ beatboxer/ musician/ comedian who wows audiences with his live performances which are 100% improvised. Using his formidable voice, looping pedals, and his vast imaginatio

We've driven a lot since our last sit down. We just reviewed the new Cadillac CT5-V BlackWing and another crazy Mini Cooper from Gildred Racing; Matt completed his road trip in the Audi S3; and Zack went drifting...sort of.  Plus we answer fan questions about blank-check builds, used vs new parts, SUV dailies, Lucid vs S-Class, and more.Follow us:@thesmokingtire@fakezackklapman Watch our car reviews at https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtireFind Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to https://www.blackvue.com/TST and use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam. Free shipping for orders over $200. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free, go to https://www.mintmobile.com/tire   This show was recorded on 1/11/2021. Patreon members got to watch the live stream, and our Pro Driver tier patrons have been able to watch or listen to this episode since the day we recorded it. Want to watch a live-stream, listen ad-free, or g

Jason Cammisa is the host/writer/producer of 3 exceptional video series ("ICONs", "Revelations", and "Know-it-All") for Hagerty, all of which are required viewing for any car enthusiast. If you don't follow him, you should.IG: @jasoncammisaIG: @jasoncammisa https://www.youtube.com/hagerty Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Go to https://www.blackvue.com/TST and use the promo code TIRE to get 10% off of any BlackVue dash cam. Free shipping for orders over $200. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free, go to https://www.mintmobile.com/tire   This show was recorded on 1/5/2021. Patreon members got to watch the live stream, and our Pro Driver tier patrons have been able to watch or listen to this episode since the day we recorded it. Want to watch a live-stream, listen ad-free, or get early access? Join our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast  Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free p

Matt is on the road, scouting for Road & Track's Route to Vine rally, and he's staying at Mike Musto's house, so why not do a podcast?! Mike is a staple in the muscle car community. He has put tens of thousands of miles on his '68 Charger, using  it in Bull Run,  auto-X, and cross-country drives. He's also the proud owner of a home-made Charger Daytona, which is currently getting a Hellephant motor installed. @mike_mustohttps://www.hemmings.com He hosted/produced "Big Muscle", which aired on The/DRIVE, and is currently the Dir. of New Media at Hemmings.He knows cars, bikes, muscle cars, and how to flip cars the right way.  Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Head to policygenius.com to get your free home & auto insurance quotes and see how much you could save.Check out Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/TIRE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.  Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire16 and use code smokingtire16 for

It's the great Adam Ferrara! Adam is as funny and likable as they come. He is a standup comedian, actor, and former host of Top Gear USA alongside Tanner Foust and Rutledge Wood. We talk about his crazy jump on Top Gear; cars he loves; cars he sold; what he wants to buy; comedy; anxiety; and his new special,  "It's Scary in Here", which is free to watch on YouTube.    https://youtu.be/pFSZQsqH8cw  Get his tour dates at: https://www.adamferrara.com/Listen to his podcast! https://www.adamferrara.com/#podcast-section Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Head to policygenius.com to get your free home & auto insurance quotes and see how much you could save.Check out Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/TIRE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.  Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire16 and use code smokingtire16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts! Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podca

What was our favorite mid-engine car, front-engine car, truck, SUV, moment, or drive of the year? And what was our least favorite? That's what this podcast is all about. Matt Farah and Zack Klapman go through each category to compare notes. Plus, Matt drove the insane Lamborghini SCV12 on track, and we answer Patreon questions about EV swaps, E90 mods, our favorite Gran Turismo design, and watches. Recorded Dec 29, 2021 Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Watch our new series, All Cars 3! https://youtu.be/rGMf-vs-2fQ Want your question answered? Want to get ad-free episodes, early access, or a special 9th show each month? Join our Patreon!  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 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. W

It's Doug Demuro! Strap in for a great show. We talk about his Defender, CarsandBids, his channel, the G-Wagon, road tripping, leases, the market of cars, how Doug hates paint to sample, Porsche issues, the problematic rise of car prices, why he'll never have a Carrera GT, the bet he made with Matt, fan Q&A, and a TON more.  https://www.carsandbids.comhttps://www.youtube.com/c/DougDeMuro@dougdemuro Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Watch our new series, All Cars 3!  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 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. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire  Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram

Jesse Iwuji is one of those people that is as impressive as he is likable and he is very impressive indeed. While on leave from serving in the NAVY he went to a track day, fell in love with the driving, and decided to become a race car driver. He has done just that, working his way up through late model stocks cars to the Xfinity series. He dailies an R32 GT-R and a C7 Corvette, drifts a C6 Corvette, owns a few businesses, and just created a racing team alongside an NFL legend. A story like his is far from common in the world of auto racing. You won't regret listening. From his website:"Jesse went from competing at the top level of Division-1A college football to rising the ranks of the military as a Lieutenant Commander, and is now the only current driver in all of NASCAR at the national levels that actively serves his country as a US Military member. Today he is one of two African Americans competing at NASCARs national level of racing." @jesse_iwuji https://www.jesseiwuji.com/ Watch our new show, All Cars

This was a fun show that went all over the place! Jarod DeAnda is basically the voice of Formula Drift. He's been an announcer for the series for nearly 20 years, and has an enthusiasm for the sport that comes through in his voice and his demeanor. We wanted to hear how he got his start but we also heard about: his philosophy behind work; the wardrobe rules of Enterprise car rental; his crazy truck crash while moving from AZ to CA; the new wave of golf; his favorite country to visit; when he and Matt first met; his couch; ADD diagnoses; his second car; and a lot, lot, lot more.Grab a coffee and strap in for a fun one.Recorded Dec 15, 2021 Find Valvoline at your local auto parts store. Watch our new show, All Cars go to Heaven 3, here: https://youtu.be/AIncQODpC8s 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 Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10

We've driven a lot in the last week. Matt and Zack drove the Lucid Air, then went on the Coastal Range Rally, putting 800 miles on the AMG GT Black Series and Zack's M3. Plus, we talk to listeners about Phaeton problems, 718 GT4 sedans, finding a lost car, and what we would build for $15,000. Watch our new series!https://youtu.be/AIncQODpC8s  Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire14 and use code smokingtire14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts! Visit talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month when you use promo code TIRE at sign-up. Register for an account at Stance.com and get 15% off your first purchase. Use promo code TIRE at checkout to apply. Find Valvoline now at your local auto parts store. Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast 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&nbs

Ed Justice Jr. comes from a family that has built and sponsored winning race cars and he has the stories to prove it. He was friends with Evel Knievel, Dan Gurney, and Carrol Shelby, just to name a few. His company (started by his father), Justice Brothers, has been a presence in multiple forms of racing for 75 years. They sponsored 1950 Indianapolis 500 winner Johnnie Parsons, and both A.J. Foyt (1977) and Helio Castroneves (2021) on their fourth Indy 500 victory. They sponsored NASCAR champions, and drag racing legends like Don Garlits. They've remained a presence in racing for over 75 years.  Recorded Dec. 7, 2021Justice Brothers, Inc. is a manufacturer and worldwide distributor of over 100 car care products, fleet, farm, and industrial lubricants and cleaners. Check out their automotive museum: https://www.hemmings.com/stories/article/the-justice-brothers-automotive-museum Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire14 and use code smokingtire14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts! Visit talkspace.com and get $1