#2512: Click and Clack Get Schooled

When all hope seems to be lost for humanity we can still rely on practical jokes to keep us going. Feel the Schadenfreude on this episode of the Best of Car Talk. Get access to hundreds of episodes in the Car Talk archive when you sign up for Car Talk+ at plus.npr.org/cartalk Lea ... Show More

Kerry has a pothole in the alley behind her house that is so big the locals have named it, "The Pit of Despair". When the weather has been dry, her Honda CRX can climb down into, across and back out of it ok, but after a few days of heavy rain it can be rough seas in the ol' Pit. ... Show More

Norm works for the Post Office and he often has to drive over a mountain pass during big snowstorms at night in order to get to work. And he's constantly slapping at his moving windshield wipers to de-ice them while he's barreling down the road. Is there a better way? Find out on ... Show More

In the AI age, nothing is immune, whether it’s cars or anything else. How far should AI be used in the design process, and does it stifle creativity or unlock new ideas? The guys discuss this and debate sports cars for Fred Z., who is selling a Marvel comic book collection to buy ... Show More

Time for car conclusions from listeners! The guys read stories about what new cars listeners bought. They debate cars for Patrick J., who prioritizes fun above every other requirement. Social media questions ask if 2000s-era fun cars will become ‘modern classics,’ why do new vehi ... Show More

The Topic Tuesday discussion comes from Adam W., who asks what’s the difference between loyalty and burying your head in the sand? The guys debate sporty choices for Jake M., who has a daily 100-mile commute. Social media questions ask if towing a car means it has to be done by a ... Show More

It’s intriguing to note an increasing number of manufacturers introducing track-ready features on their cars! NASCAR reveals an EV prototype, Polestar reveals a track-focused 6, and an Evija X crashes at Goodwood. The guys discuss debates for Nate M, who just has the ‘wants,’ and ... Show More

Please no talking! It's time to pay attention and listen to this perfect episode recorded outside of a high school! Guests include some well behaved students who are numb to the daily fights that take place, some young sophomores about to go on their very first date, and our frie ... Show More

<div> <div> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><em>From savage student roasts to wild classroom bets, this episode proves that kids really do say the darndest and most unhinged things!</em></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><em><span style= "font-family: arial, sans ... Show More

What’s the most fun car at each price point? The guys start at $5K and work their way to the $100k price level, and each come up with their own list. For Mark & Tamara in TX, they debate fun cars that could theoretically be used for van life. Then, Art B. loves horsepower and spe ... Show More

The I5N vs. GTC4 Lusso film is now playing on our original YT channel! For Tom in LA, the guys debate cars that drive as if Honda built a 911. Then, if your requirements include great A/C, what’s good for Texas? Angel R. wants a cool family road trip vehicle. Social media questio ... Show More