A mortal human being finds himself stuck between two impressive organizations: the DMV, and an internet start-up called Carvana. He has a problem, but each side insists only the other can solve it. Search Engine’s crack automotive team investigates.Support the show at searchengine.show!
Jul 17
How to pursue excellence … in noodles (unlocked bonus)
The world right now, seems tilted towards the good enough. The AI-written wedding toast, the half-assed attempt. Despite this, a handmade noodle shop is trying to make perfect noodles. Trying so hard that they have signs admonishing their customers to ONLY EAT THEIR SPICY NOODLES ... Show More
47m 55s
Jul 10
Why didn’t Chris and Dan get into Berghain? Pt. 2 (classic)
We travel to Germany to trace techno’s history from Detroit to Berlin. The story of how, after the Wall fell, Berlin exorcised its brutal past with a very strange, decade-long party. A mission that takes us all the way to the gates of Berghain.Music Credits: Original composition ... Show More
1h 10m
Feb 2024
Porsches in Ports Getting Dusty
A developing story about VW Group cars stuck at US Customs with mysterious issues, Jonny has breaking news about classic car use in California, the controversy surrounding the 24 Hours of Daytona, Cjell Mone drops a custom hard-tail mountain bike with Spike to test, plus the GT3R ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 2022
720: The World Of ‘What Ifs,’ The Adventure List, The Typhoon Of Cash
Who’s winning the game between car manufacturers and automotive media outlets? The guys debate adventure appliances for Ryan in OH, who is rethinking his deposit. Antony is also in Ohio and wants to do track driving but still needs to commute. Social media questions ask what cons ... Show More
1 h
Nov 2021
652: Thanksgiving Under The Car, Personal Statement Throwdown, Great Road Presence
At what point do you stop adding power? Scott R. in ID just can’t go to jail, because he’s an adult. He wants something new, but carries a lot of emotional baggage with his current car. Then, Katherine in Indiana is working to become a realtor, but has future car needs to conside ... Show More
1h 1m
May 2021
606: Cruise Control Triple, Commitment Phobia, Customization Comeback
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
1 h