Car Culture: Bosozoku

What’s the deal with Formula 1 racing? Is it just a bunch of European adrenaline junkies with a death wish? And how does it differ from something like the American-based NASCAR or IndyCar series? In reality, there’s way more to it. F1 combines some of the world’s great engineerin ... Show More

<p>In this episode of CarStuff, Ben and Kurt discuss the amazing adaptations that car companies can make when called upon by circumstance.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a><p>See ... Show More

<p>Race cars often take on some outlandish designs and rule-bending technology in their never-ending quest to go fast. Meet some of the more notable characters in the ragtag gang of unlikely speed demons. </p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.ihear ... Show More

<p>Why is Japan's adult adoption rate so high? Why don't American car dealerships succeed in the country? And why did Colonel Sanders put a curse on a beloved Japanese baseball team? Plus, Will and Mango discover the shortest escalator in the world! (Just take the stairs, guys.)< ... Show More

How do you know if you’re being too hard on your car – will it last, even with proper maintenance? James A. in Boston asks if he’s killing his car, and which one he should aspire to next. Then, Sakshi J. writes on behalf of her husband, who seems commitment-phobic, and she wishes ... Show More

<p>Why is Japan's adult adoption rate so high? Why don't American car dealerships succeed in the country? And why did Colonel Sanders put a curse on a beloved Japanese baseball team? Plus, Will and Mango discover the shortest escalator in the world! (Just take the stairs, guys.)< ... Show More

In this episode we’re talking juicy Japanese concept cars. Tom Ford has been out in Japan looking at the latest metal from Nissan, Mazda, Toyota and Lexus. Will Nissan blink and retreat to the safety of hybrid for the next GT-R, or go all out on the electrons? Will Toyota tone do ... Show More

Like buses, you wait around for an abroad in Japan podcast, then two come at once!AbroadInJapanPodcast@gmail.com for all your messages... Abroad in Japan is the podcast devoted to the most unique country in the world. Subscribe for new podcasts twice a week, every week. Hosted on ... Show More

Is the automotive world in a long goodbye to the renaissance of the motorcar? The guys explore this for Topic Tuesday with completely separate approaches. The debate is for Bernd E. in Germany, who is wondering when and how to jump to his next car. Social media questions ask why ... Show More

For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what’s the next everyman’s enthusiast brand? Ford used to build enthusiast cars at every price level, so who is the next heir apparent? Patrick in CT asks what winter car to buy that his sons will think is cool. Social media questions ask why ... Show More

Kyota Ko, mastermind behind the website Metro Classic Japanese, Joins Helen and Matt to discuss the long and fascinating history behind Samurai. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.