The Smoking Tire

Theon Design is a new competitor in the Porsche 911 restomod space and Matt Farah lets us know how it drove. He and Zack Klapman also discuss the psychology of buying a car you never plan to drive; why "bubble wrapping" a sports car is not a good financial decision; Bring-a-Trailer and CarandBids selling advice; when perfect is TOO perfect; and more. Plus questions from our Patreon members include:      Do cars really feel different when you change the drive mode?    What's a "bad" EV?    Doug Demuro's Porsche people    Is Kia winning the EV SUV game?    How to talk someone out of their first car    Which press cars did we want more time with and which did we not?    Why don't cars come with built-in dash cams?    The most interesting "lost media" car?    Could Continental break off from Lincoln?    What cars are built like tanks but don't look it, and vice versa?   Recorded May 12, 2025     TrueWerk Check out the full lineup and get 15 percent off your first order at https://TRUEWERK.com/tire [https://TRUEWERK.com/tire]   Cremo Head to Target or Target.com to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents   MudWtr Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code TIRE at mudwtr.com/tire [https://www.mudwtr.com/tire]! #mudwtrpod   New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/   Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST   #cars #comedy #podcast Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman     Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST [http://www.offtherecord.com/TST].   Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire    Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the new 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Roadster and discuss it's German competitors like the Porsche 911 GTS; then we answer Patreon questions including: *   *    Which car brand has the best community? *    Miata engine upgrade: Turbo or V8 swap? *    What will Singer do when they run out of 964s? *    Most memorable travel moments? *    Would you buy a car that's been engine swapped? What to look for? *    If we were in Cars 4, what cars would we be? *    Should a Miata owner buy an old, British roadster? *    Worst speeding ticket story *    Do police cars have to be visible? *    Our choice for the next pope-mobile *    How to choose a scooter *    Are outdoorsy trims actually tough? *    Is a car really a pigeon controlling a horse? *    And more! Recorded May 9, 2025   TrueWerk Check out the full lineup and get 15 percent off your first order at https://TRUEWERK.com/tire [https://TRUEWERK.com/tire]   Cremo Head to Target or Target.com to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents   MudWtr Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code TIRE at mudwtr.com/tire [https://www.mudwtr.com/tire]! #mudwtrpod   New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/   Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST       #cars #comedy #podcast Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman     Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST [http://www.offtherecord.com/TST].   Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire    Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

What is a "MILFY" car (this term was used by a female listener, we swear)    How to sent boundaries as a freelancer    Are manual pickup trucks an decent manual-transmission experience compared to a sporty car?    Challenge: Buy 3 cars from one company from the same year: Sports car, SUV, Luxury sedan.   And more!   Recorded May 5, 2025   Aura Frames For a limited time, listeners can save on the perfect gift by visiting AuraFrames.com to get $35-off plus free shipping on their best-selling Carver Mat frame. AURAframes.com [https://www.AURAframes.com]. Promo Code [TIRE]   Cremo Head to Target or Target.com [https://www.target.com] to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents   DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE [https://www.joindeleteme.com/TIRE] and use promo code TIRE at checkout.   New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/   Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST       #cars #comedy #podcast Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman     Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire   Singer is not sponsored, associated, approved, endorsed nor, in any way, affiliated with Porsche Cars North America, Inc., or Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche, AG. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG is the owner of numerous trademarks, both registered and unregistered, including, without limitation, the Porsche Crest®, Porsche®, and the model numbers and names and the distinctive shapes of the Porsche automobiles, such as the federally registered 911 automobile. Any mention of Porsche Cars North America, Inc., or Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche, AG. trademarked names or other marks is for purpose of reference only. Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST [http://www.offtherecord.com/TST].   Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire    Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

Abbas Wahab is a standup comedian but we found him through his short-form videos that poke fun at the car market. From drivers to owners to dealers and OEM marketing teams, Abbas has a great knack for getting to the core of a topic.  On this episode we talk about the new record set by the Mustang GTD; the I.D. Buzz Abbas is driving around in; range anxiety; airlines; Altima energy; driving in NY; the Canadian Navy; and so much more. Recorded May 2, 2025   https://www.abbaswahab.com/live-shows @abbaswahab_   Cremo Head to Target or Target.com to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents   DeleteMe Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners.   Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ [https://thesmokingtireshop.com/]   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST [https://www.offtherecord.com/TST]   Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast [https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast]   Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST [http://www.offtherecord.com/TST].   Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire    Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

Chip Foose is a legendary designer of hot rods and concept cars. His name became famous with the hit TV show "Overhaulin'", in which they would "steal" someone's beloved project and give it the glow-up of a lifetime. The show was one of Discovery's biggest hits, lasting ten seasons, and was a predecessor to so many flip/repair shows across television. But Chip's journey began years before that and his successes have only grown since then. In this show we learn about how he became such a skilled and celebrated designer/fabricator. https://www.chipfoose.com/   Recorded April 23, 2025   Check out the full lineup and get 15 percent off your first order at TRUEWERK.com/TIRE [http://truewerk.com/TIRE]   CarGurus Go to CarGurus.com [https://www.cargurus.com] to make sure your big deal is the best deal.   New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! For a 10% discount on your first case go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST   Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman        Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast   Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST [http://www.offtherecord.com/TST].   Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire    Tweet at us! https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman   Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtire https://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman