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Jun 2024
54m 30s

905: Oops I Bought A Car, What Exactly A...

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Listeners send in their car conclusions from all over the world, including Stam in Athens, Greece, Rodrigo J. in The Netherlands, and Matt A. in Brisbane, AUS! The guys debate new choices for Bobby in KS, who feels like he’s being kept from other cars. Social media questions ask if the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid will be fun, at what point are snow tires not eno ... Show More
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The guys continue the second half (N-Z) of their discussion about cars they think OEMs should bring back to the market. They debate fun commuters for Ian, who lives in Perth, Australia and has wildly varied distance needs. Then, Andrew Z. has a young family and needs kid-hauling ... Show More
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What cars should OEMs bring back to market? Is there a business case to be made? The guys explore one car from each manufacturer (A-M). They debate a fourth car for Sal in MN, who wants a sports car he doesn’t have to think about. Then, EJ and his family in CA are feeling the nei ... Show More
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