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Spike's Car Radio

Spike Feresten
Porsche
Electric Vehicles
Ferrari
Pebble Beach
Cars
Automotive Industry
BMW
Tesla
Los Angeles
Lamborghini
AG1
Mclaren
Jaguar
Rivian
Classic Cars
Automotive
Bluechew
Waymo
Luxury Cars
Nissan

Cars, Coffee and Comedy hosted by comedian and automotive enthusiast Spike Feresten and featuring Jerry Seinfeld, lawyer Paul Zuckerman, MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman, and The Smoking Tire's Matt Farah with guests from the automotive industry, notable comedians and celebrities. As always, there's one empty chair at Spike's table saved for you, the listener.

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Latest Episodes

Spike sits down with Andy Preuninger, the man who built Porsche's GT division into what it is today, to talk the new 2027 911 GT3 SC, why more horsepower is "complete bullshit," and what it actually takes to spec a GT car correctly. Andy also reveals... more

Spike sits down with James Pumphrey from Speeed to cover everything from a $3,000 VW Golf project car to a $2.1 million gold plated Iron Man-themed 840HP Turbo Speedster. Plus: the 911 GT3 SC, 911 GT4, watchmaking in Geneva, and a live engine start i... more

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Spike and Zuckerman sit down with Evan from LA in a Minute to dig into the surprisingly rich automotive history of Los Angeles, from the first gas-powered car tested at 2 a.m. on Broadway in 1897 to how a racing speedway literally built Beverly Hills... more

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Matt Farah pulls up to the SCR Garage to break down the Aston Martin Vantage S and Aston Martin Valhalla, debate carmakers' million-dollar hypercar obsession, and drop a rumor about a Porsche GT3 Touring Cabriolet. Plus: a road rage incident at the B... more

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Recent Guests

Andreas Preuninger
Head of GT Cars at Porsche
Porsche AG
Episode: Why You’re WRONG About the 911 GT3 S/C with Andy Preuninger
James Pumphrey
Comedian/automotive content creator, Speed Empire
YouTube/Speed Empire
Episode: Inside the $2M 24k Gold Iron Man Porsche with James Pumphrey
Paul Zuckerman
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Episode: Why LA is the Car Capital of the World
Jim Farley
CEO of Ford
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Episode: F1, Ford’s Future, and the Pope’s Explorer w/ Ford CEO Jim Farley
Brian Finster
Representative from Sotheby's Motorsport
Sotheby's Motorsport
Episode: The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Hits 0-60 in TWO SECONDS
Magnus Walker
Car collector and Porsche enthusiast, founder of the Outlaw archive style
Self/Outlaw Porsche community
Episode: Why Is Magnus Walker Selling His Legendary Porsches?
Sebastian Garen Davis
Creator of CartNarcs
CartNarcs
Episode: CartNarcs STORMS Spike's Car Radio!
Joel McHale
Comedian and Actor
Fox's Animal Control
Episode: Joel McHale's Unhinged Car Collection
Jonny Lieberman
MotorTrend's automotive expert
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Episode: Joel McHale's Unhinged Car Collection

Host

Spike Feresten
Host of Spike's Car Radio

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Love it !

    Pure entertainment every week !!! I like it more than Jerry S. likes Melrose Place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RBIJY
    United States4 months ago
  • Dropping this podcast.

    YouTube was not needed and now dangling Patreon for additional. I’m out.

    I’ll miss you, Z. I’d listen to just you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Judah75
    United States5 months ago
  • Used to be so good

    It was my favourite podcast, but this new format is awful. It’s just a lowly car related late night talk show with nothing left of what made it great. Not worth the time anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    the cap'n
    Canada6 months ago
  • Not for me

    Came over for James Pumphrey but barley got to hear what he had to say as a guest and the show just lacks any real structure to what is being discussed. However the constant and abrupt ad breaks were the worse offender. They were too long, too many, and just cut off conversations making it unbearable. This podcast is just not for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GrayFox 55
    United States7 months ago
  • The best

    Best car pod in the world … funny eccentric offbeat … they even have a Tesla fan boy who whilst unbearable is countered in his flag waving by Spike and Zuckerman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edward2259
    Australia10 months ago

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Listeners praise the humor and storytelling, calling the show entertaining and engaging.
Many fans appreciate guests from diverse automotive backgrounds and the hosts' chemistry.
Critics note long ad breaks and political discussions as negatives.

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#4
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#36
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#7
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#31
United Kingdom/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#48
Canada/Leisure
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#160
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why You’re WRONG About the 911 GT3 S/C with Andy Preuninger
Q: What is the practical reasoning behind launching the GT3 Sc instead of a Speedster at this time?
The decision hinged on time-to-market constraints and European emission regulations; a fully new Speedster would have added at least a year to development and production, whereas the GT3 Sc could be developed within the existing platform and production line while meeting regulatory and market demands.
Inside the $2M 24k Gold Iron Man Porsche with James Pumphrey
Q: What is the Endgame project and why was it created?
It's a one-off Turbo Speedster built for a client who already owns multiple Gunther Werks cars, inspired by Iron Man and Disney/Marvel IP, with extensive gold plating and a unique arc reactor feature to make a statement car that doubles as art and performance.
Why LA is the Car Capital of the World
Q: Can we talk about the transition from Los Angeles being the mass transit capital of the world to being the car capital of the world?
The guests explain that while LA had an extensive mass transit network in the early 20th century, the culture and geography—mountains, beaches, and a sprawling metropolis—favored car ownership and personal mobility, which ultimately reshaped the city's transportation priorities. They also note the complexities and frustrations of transit expansion in a city of LA's scale and terrain.
The 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Hits 0-60 in TWO SECONDS
Q: What is special about the 2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S and why does it matter for enthusiasts?
It combines a hybrid powertrain with two electrically assisted turbos and a 3.6-liter flat-six to deliver 701 horsepower, offering astonishing straight-line performance while maintaining everyday usability.
Why James Marsden Will NEVER Sell His Porsche 911
Q: What are Marsden's guilty pleasures?
He admits to liking simple sweets, specifically Nestle ice cream sandwiches, as a down-to-earth indulgence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spike's Car Radio

What is Spike's Car Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humorous, car-centric conversation show blending deep automotive knowledge with candid banter and guest appearances from car culture, entertainment, and industry leaders. Listeners likely enjoy lively storytelling, industry insights, and offbeat humor, with recurring themes around collecting, racing, auctions, and live-event experiences. Noteworthy are the frequent guest stars from manufacturing, media, and entertainment, as well as the hosts' willingness to mix technical car talk with playful pop culture banter and occasional political commentary. The format often features guest discussions that range from classic car provenance to modern performance, plus informal segments and sponsor reads that keep the tone breezy and entertaining for... more

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1. Andreas Preuninger
2. James Pumphrey
3. Paul Zuckerman
4. Jim Farley
5. Brian Finster
6. Magnus Walker
7. Sebastian Garen Davis
8. Joel McHale

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