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The Smoking Tire

Zack Klapman, Matt Farah
Vintage Watches
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Road Safety
Watch Collecting
Urban Planning
Collectible Watches
Traffic Engineering
Rolex
Pedestrian Safety
Bicycle Lanes
JDM Cars
Porsche
Tesla
Public Transportation
Ford Mustang Dark Horse
Patek Philippe
Car Culture
Freight Corridors
Koenig Competition Evo Ferrari Testarossa
Tesla Cyber Truck

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind. Watch our car reviews at www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Follow us! T: @thesmokingtire @zackklapman IG: @thesmokingtire @fakezackklapman Rent or buy our movies!, where we find out if some bad CraigsList cars can c... more

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How in the heck do Mustang GTDs get priced over HALF a MILLION dollars? It's tricky. Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about the most expensive option on Ford's newest speed machine. They also discuss the Avant WagonFest at the Petersen Automotive Mus... more

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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:

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Recent Guests

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Chip Foose
Iconic automotive designer and builder known for his work on custom cars.
Episode: Chip Foose
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Maz Fawaz
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Kyle Kinard
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Brett Berk
Career automotive journalist and contributor
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Episode: Brett Berk
Ed Niedermeyer
Automotive expert and author of 'Ludicrous'
Episode: Ed Niedermeyer (Autonomous Driving Expert)
Dean Delray
Comedian, actor, and host of the podcast 'Let There Be Talk.'
Episode: Comedian Dean Delray
Jeff Glucker
Automotive journalist and host of Hooniverse, known for his experiences with classic cars.
Hooniverse
Episode: Jeff Glucker's Auto Ups and Downs

Hosts

Matt Farah
Host and automotive journalist, known for his extensive knowledge about cars and engaging commentary.
Zack Klapman
Co-host and automotive expert, providing insights and entertaining discussions around cars and industry trends.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • Ruined by politics.

    This was once a good podcast. Now the host can’t go one episode without brining up politics. TDS is real and this podcast is proof.

    On a side note I talked to MF once, he was condescending among other things. Similar to his political party…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Apple'ish
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great car pod but rent free

    It’s a great podcast, but the amount Elon lives rent free in the hosts head is insane. I’m not an Elon guy or a Tesla fan but to dedicate so much energy to him is kinda lame

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    hsibal
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing when they stick to cars

    Love the pod , so entertaining and such a good time until it veers off occasionally into politics, makes me sad. Do what you guys do best , we listen to escape reality .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OG_E24
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Show but…..

    The show has interesting guest and discussion on everything car. I think political talk is being brought into too much lately. I want to about cars not complaining about who is president.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zzzaaaaccchhhb
    United States3 months ago
  • Good

    If you don't like this show it is Trump's fault.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lew in Chicago
    United States4 months ago

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The humor and expertise of the hosts are highly praised, enriching the automotive conversation.
Overall, the balance of lighthearted banter with deep automotive dives keeps the audience entertained.
Listener feedback points towards a well-rounded automotive culture, though some critiques highlight a desire for less political discussion.
Engaging discussions with entertaining guests make this series a must-listen for car lovers.

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911 Reimagined Review; Auction Question; Q&A
Q: What would you do if you had to pick a three-car solution for a sports car, luxury sedan, and four by four from the same year and brand?
An example would be an 05 Acura NSX for the sports car, an MDX for the SUV, and a TL for the luxury sedan.
911 Reimagined Review; Auction Question; Q&A
Q: What would you recommend for someone about to shoot photos for a car show as a hobby photographer?
Have a contract that outlines deliverables and expectations, even if no money is being exchanged, to protect your time and limit scope creep.
911 Reimagined Review; Auction Question; Q&A
Q: How would you convince a non-car enthusiast to enjoy cars?
You could take them on a scenic journey in a friendly and adventurous car such as a Safari car, allowing them to experience beautiful landscapes and the community aspects of car culture.
911 Reimagined Review; Auction Question; Q&A
Q: What cars would Tony, Christopher and Paulie drive if The Sopranos were coming out today?
Tony would likely still drive an Escalade because of its practicality, while Christopher would prefer an expensive SUV like a Range Rover. Paulie would probably drive a luxury sedan like a Lexus, reflecting his character's traditional style.
Comedian Abbas Wahab
Q: What is the jankiest car repair you or your family has attempted?
I changed the radiator on my Golf but Accidentally put the AC line too close to the Serpentine belt, causing a major problem.

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1. Abbas Wahab
2. Chip Foose
3. Sam Byrne
4. Maz Fawaz
5. Kyle Kinard
6. Brett Berk
7. Ed Niedermeyer
8. Dean Delray

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