Episode Description
Matt Farah modified his watch; the EPA will stop paying attention to cars (and a whole lot more); driving a special Inokinetic Lotus Exige at Willow; and....Patreon Questions include:
- HELP! My terrible-driving friend wants to go racing
- A programmer's opinion on the AI discussion
- Base 981 Cayman: Good intro track car?
- Is the GR86 a "mini 911"?
- Ferrari 812 GTS vs 12Cillindri
- Should EVs flash brake lights when using regen?
- Would Acura ever make an AWD Integra Type R?
- Cars you could identify by smell
- Are Hublots cool?
- Best month to buy/sell a car?
- What's wrong with the diesel crowd?
- Why no love for the Porsche 914?
- Efficient commuters for TALL people
- Is a McLaren 570S a good budget supercar?
- How to stop distracted driving
- And more!
Recorded February 13, 2026
Show Notes
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