What's a poor 'Yooper'(a Michigander from the upper peninsula) to do when his wife insists that he's wrecking her car by slamming it from reverse into drive every time he backs out of the driveway? Click and Clack try to let him down easy on this episode of the Best of Car Talk. And if you want to listen to more Car Talk, sign up for Car Talk+ Car Talk+ is ... Show More
Jan 2024
863: Flying Cars Are Back, The ‘Twice-A-Year’ Car, Committing A Stylish Crime
Approximately one hundred years later, flying cars are all the rage. Again. The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas features new flying modes of transportation that are just around the corner! The debate is for Kyle B. in South Carolina, who is in a Subaru rut. Then, Jim P. wr ... Show More
51m 10s
Jan 2024
864: That’s Where The Mojo Is, Heat-Seekers On The Car Seat, When ‘YouTuber’ Is A Dirty Word
Car conclusions from listeners are the theme for Topic Tuesday! Many people have written about their progression and excitement for enthusiast driving. The debate is for Mark M. in CO, who likes EVs but hasn’t had the best experience, so he’s wondering what interim car he could b ... Show More
57m 9s
May 2024
899: The Bored Game (Board Game?), The Escape Car, Pushing Enthusiasts Away
For Topic Tuesday, the guys try to figure out what four new vehicles will check off 15 different requirements! They debate comfy cars for Mike H., a young driver with the comfort preferences of an 80-year-old. Social media questions ask what’s it like to own your dream car, how m ... Show More
54m 28s
Feb 2024
873: Like A Bad First Date, #VanLifeWithFourCars, Slicks On A Minivan
How do you not become a Mustang ‘FAIL’ video? Jeff in Chicago has owned many Mustangs, but willing to try other cars while he’s focused on his family. The guys debate his-and-hers sports cars for Olivia in UT, whose fiancée owns a Miata that he won’t sell. Social media questions ... Show More
50m 29s
Apr 2024
888: Baywatch With Clothes, Treating A Special Car Like It Isn’t, The Forever Truck
The guys travel to a Toyota press launch in San Diego, where they are treated to a reveal using lifeguards to help introduce the new 4Runner! Brian in NC would prefer to drive his ’04 M3 everywhere, but is reluctant to abuse it. Then, Adam J. wants to ditch the family SUV for a f ... Show More
51m 55s
Jan 2024
868: One Car From Every Car Brand, Paul Goes Under Budget, Sue Your Way To Success
Speaking theoretically, if every manufacturer could only build one vehicle from their lineup, which ones survive? The guys go in-depth for Topic Tuesday, and decide if the icons are worth saving. They debate dad-car choices for Randy L. who already owns some fun cars, but wants s ... Show More
1h 2m
Feb 2024
874: Cars That Are Science Projects, Measure The Occasional, Celebrate The Mass Market
For Topic Tuesday, the guys are asked what makes a car special? Is it rarity, brand cachet or something else? They encourage Tyler C. to get rid of a sentimental car, in order to free up future desires. Social media questions ask if all-weather tires should be the default instead ... Show More
55m 6s
Jun 2022
Mom & Dad: Carpooling With the Enemy
On this episode: Jamilah, Zak, and Elizabeth tackle a question from a listener who is caught in a carpool conundrum. Splitting the 30 minute drive to school has been a significant help. However, the kid they carpool with is downright rude to our listener’s daughter. What should s ... Show More
27m 57s