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Shift and Steer

Bleav, Bonspeed Media
Electric Vehicles
SEMA
Ford
Ferrari
Automotive Industry
Monterey Car Week
NASCAR
Barrett-Jackson
Tesla
Rivian
California
Indy 500
Grand National Roadster Show
SEMA Show
Betonline
Ford Mustang
Dodge
Mclaren
Bronco
NAPA Valley 750

A weekly podcast and Internet video show that focuses on the motorsport enthusiast lifestyle. Hosted by automotive industry veterans Brad Fanshaw (bonspeed Wheels), Matt D'Andria (Motorator.com) and Aaron Hagar (Rat Runners Garage and son of Sammy Hagar from Van Halen). Join us as we chat with like-minded enthusiasts and share stories from the best automotive events, auctions, races and more.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes430Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This is Shift and Steer, your quick-hit automotive news podcast.

On this episode #591:

• Brad Fanshaw's Muscle Car Tech on YouTube @TheBradFanshaw Channel

• We are Away at SEMA 2026, So Enjoy a Replay of EP481

• BYD's Bunny Hopping Car

• LA Wild... more

This is Shift and Steer, your quick-hit automotive news podcast.

On this episode #590:

• Brad Fanshaw's Muscle Car Tech on YouTube @TheBradFanshaw Channel

• Tesla's Flying Car

• Porsche's New Mission S Concept

• Paris Auto Show Top Cars

• www.b... more

This is Shift and Steer, your quick-hit automotive news podcast.

On this episode #589:

• Brad Fanshaw's Muscle Car Tech on YouTube @TheBradFanshaw Channel

• Get a Free McLaren F1 Car from Google

• RetroMobile Event Coming to NYC

• How to Use AI ... more

This is Shift and Steer, your quick-hit automotive news podcast.

On this episode #588:

• Brad Fanshaw's Muscle Car Tech on YouTube @TheBradFanshaw Channel

• Jaguar Type 01

• New California Law for Car Buyers

• What Option Do You Want Back In Car... more

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Recent Guests

Pete Brock
Designer of the Shelby Daytona Coupe
Shelby American (designer)
Episode: Monterey Car Week 2026 Special, Auctions, Races - Shift & Steer EP582
Tim Strange
Hot rod builder, announcer, podcast host and event host
Strange Motion Rod & Custom
Episode: Tim Strange of Strange Motion Rod & Custom - Shift & Steer EP 581
Bob Matranga
Co-owner of Matranga collection facility
Matranga collection
Episode: Aaron Has a New Car, Most Stolen Cars of 2025 - Shift and Steer EP 566
Kent Matranga
Co-owner of Matranga collection
Matranga collection
Episode: Aaron Has a New Car, Most Stolen Cars of 2025 - Shift and Steer EP 566
Chris Brown
Lead designer / curator at Matranga project,
Matranga collection / C-Tech involvement
Episode: Aaron Has a New Car, Most Stolen Cars of 2025 - Shift and Steer EP 566
Dave Merrick
Designer / collaborator on in-house projects
Matranga project
Episode: Aaron Has a New Car, Most Stolen Cars of 2025 - Shift and Steer EP 566
Arie Luyendyk
Two-time Indianapolis 500 champion and motorsport hall of famer
Episode: Shift and Steer EPISODE 499
David Freiburger
Automotive journalist and YouTube content creator
David Freiburger Channel
Episode: Shift and Steer EPISODE 484
Mike Spagnola
President and CEO of SEMA
SEMA
Episode: Shift and Steer EPISODE 480

Hosts

Brad Fanshaw
Automotive industry veteran and founder of bonspeed Wheels
Matt D'Andria
Automotive industry veteran and founder of Motorator.com
Aaron Hagar
Automotive enthusiast and owner of Rat Runners Garage

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 239 ratings
  • Great automotive podcast

    Love the full length podcasts. Not a big fan of Brad’s short updates with the AI “guest hosts” Just my opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mickey641
    United Statesa year ago
  • Weeell mostly

    I’ve been listening to the regular show for years. Enjoy the banter between the guys. Entertaining and informative. BUT…..this new thing Brad is trying is hilarious! Shift and Steer in five is just so bad. Lol. He’s tried several co-hosts and tried a few different ways to do it but it sounds so unnatural I keep thinking it’s AI. Although I think AI might possibly sound better. They sound so robotic and obviously scripted that it’s almost comical. I wish Brad would listen to himself and realize h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Txn DON
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good show

    Love the show. I signed up for David Freiberger’s YouTube channel

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P. Munro
    United States2 years ago
  • Need a better producer

    I enjoy the show. Brad, Aaron and Matt are entertaining and cover a lot of topics in the automotive space. Their different perspectives and experiences blend well. But OMG, they have got to get a better producer. The commercials play while they are talking mid-sentence. Then a minute later they say we gotta take a break for a sponsor but there is no commercials and they continue the show. Makes the show sound disjointed like they are just starting out in the podcasting world. You’d never know th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Txn DON
    United States2 years ago
  • Check your mic levels!

    Have your show cranked to 50 on volume level. Can barely hear it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A Cumia
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners value the informal, informative feel, describing it as conversation among knowledgeable car enthusiasts.
Listeners often praise the hosts' camaraderie, banter, and mix of distinct automotive perspectives.
The wide-ranging coverage of car news, projects, events, and industry stories appeals to enthusiasts across vehicle types.
Criticism focuses on uneven audio levels, overlapping conversation, and occasional sponsor breaks that interrupt the flow.
Some listeners find short scripted updates less natural than the full-length conversations.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Listener Questions, Aaron at Dad's Shop & Tariffs Hit Hard - Shift & Steer EP583
Q: What automotive opinion do you have that always angers people?
Matt vents about cowl induction hoods and asserts a strong preference against them on most cars, while explaining the functional rationale and the divisive reception among enthusiasts.
Listener Questions, Aaron at Dad's Shop & Tariffs Hit Hard - Shift & Steer EP583
Q: What new car surprised you the most this year?
Brad discusses the Hyundai Palisade hybrid as a standout daily driver, noting its value in a market where even large SUVs are approaching premium prices, and contrasts it with high-end performance options.
Listener Questions, Aaron at Dad's Shop & Tariffs Hit Hard - Shift & Steer EP583
Q: What song or audiobook do you think should always be on a road trip playlist?
Aaron lists preferences for audio books and Americana-influenced music, with selections like Gravity Wave and Matthew Perryman-Jones, highlighting how music or storytelling can shape long drives.
Corvette ZR1X Destroys Record, Questions From Listeners - Shift & Steer EP574
Q: From M. Reynolds in Boise, which modern car could become the next air-cooled classic, and which overlooked model might rise in value?
Discussion points include potential rise in interest for naturally aspirated or well-preserved modern classics like NSX and certain Lotus Esprit models; the market often rewards well-kept examples with timeless appeal.
Corvette ZR1X Destroys Record, Questions From Listeners - Shift & Steer EP574
Q: Aaron, with a $50,000 budget today, would you buy one nice collector car or three cheaper project cars?
The group leans toward buying one well-sorted car rather than multiple projects, emphasizing time as a critical factor and aiming for a car that can be enjoyed sooner rather than a long, multi-year restoration.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shift and Steer

What is Shift and Steer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about automotive news, car culture, collecting, restoration, racing, and the enthusiast lifestyle. Automotive industry veterans Brad Fanshaw, Matt D'Andria, and Aaron Hagar bring different perspectives shaped by their work in wheels, automotive media, and custom garages. The format is informal and wide-ranging, mixing discussion of new models and industry trends with stories from the hosts' projects, road trips, auctions, and events, plus listener questions and occasional interviews.

Guests tend to come from the automotive world, including builders, racers, event figures, and media personalities, and often share career stories and behind-the-scenes experience. The distinctive appeal is the hosts' long-running camarader... more

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What guests have appeared on Shift and Steer?

Recent guests on Shift and Steer include:

1. Pete Brock
2. Tim Strange
3. Bob Matranga
4. Kent Matranga
5. Chris Brown
6. Dave Merrick
7. Arie Luyendyk
8. David Freiburger

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