For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked if ‘bespoke’ actually means ‘better’ when it comes to automotive components. They debate a whole garage for John R., who is downsizing the fleet. Social media questions ask about the moment when options distract you from the vehicle’s purpose, should you buy from random used car lots, and should you buy the low-performan ... Show More
Jul 14
Mercedes Fakery, Analog Matters, Manual Wagons | Episode 1,054
The guys discuss the direction Mercedes-Benz is taking with their performance EVs, notably the recently announced 2027 AMG CLA45 4Matic+. Goodwood Festival Of Speed is one of the most accessible and inspirational events for car enthusiasts, and allows people to easily see the car ... Show More
1h 30m
Jul 7
Manual Ferrari 12Cilindri, New BMW X5, What’s After Subaru? | Episode 1,053
Ferrari has re-saved the manuals, have you heard? The 12Cilindri is now offered with a manual transmission, but is it really? Hyundai previews the updated Elantra. Honda teases a future new Element. BMW reveals the 6th-generation X5 and iX5. Debate #1: Michael in AZ, who is very ... Show More
1h 30m
Jun 30
From Lauterbrunnen, Performance Perception, Dishing The Tough Love | Episode 1,052
The guys podcast while still on their 2026 European Adventure, and discuss debates from Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland! The first debate is for Levi in WA, who owns an Audi performance shop and is looking ahead to starting a family. Then, James in Denver already has a great garage an ... Show More
47m 35s
Feb 2016
Scott and Ben Review Their Cars
<p>The guys talk about everything automotive-related, and this week they're doing something a little different: reviewing their own cars. Tune in to learn more about the good, the bad, and the ugly for Scott and Ben's vehicles.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a h ... Show More
58m 30s
Jun 2025
Ask Us Anything: Part 3 — The Carmudgeon Show with Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 195
Time for another AMA round of Ask Us Anything! We asked our listeners (that’s you) for questions, and we were positively bombarded. Now we return the favor with sarcasm and sass, plus an answer or two! (Note: due to timing concerns, the last two episodes were published out of ord ... Show More
1h 22m