The Smoking Tire

Zack Klapman, Matt Farah

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 cross an entire US State, off-road!https://vimeo.com/thesmokingtire

  1. 15 HR AGO

    Chris Harris, Sam Fane, Jason Fenske, Jack Holmes

    Matt Farah and Zack Klapman talk about Tesla's weird earnings call; EV trucks sales are not living up to expectations; a new intake that's legal-ish. Then, Matt does 5 rapid-fire questions in Spain with some of the biggest names in YouTube: Chris Harris, Jason Fenske (Engineering Explained), Sam Fane (Seen Through Glass), and Jack Holmes (Savage Geese). Recorded October 24, 2025 and also last week in Spain   Hello Fresh Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire10fm now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.    Quince Go to Quince.com/TIRE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.    Liquid IV Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUIDIV.COM and get 20% off your first order with code TIRE at checkout.    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   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.   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

    1h 43m
  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Driven: The new 992.2 Porsche 911 Turbo S

    Matt Farah went to Spain to drive all new Porsche 911 Turbo S. It has new tech, more power, more comfort, and even a surprisingly fun trick. Plus, Lamborghini makes a big reliability bet that has us do "car enthusiast math"; and we answer Patreon questions including: How to answer that question at a car showWhat to replace my quick Volvo wagon with?Why didn't Lincoln get a Mach-E?When to buy the loaded car and when not toOur camera mount adviceDid Chevy only make ONE car in the '50s?Will LED grills ever go away?Can the Volt return?Does my Crown Vic need all the police stuff?Does price change our opinion of used Aston Martins?And more!  Recorded October 23, 2025   Show Notes: Hello Fresh Go to HelloFresh.com/smokingtire10fm now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.    Quince Go to Quince.com/TIRE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.    Liquid IV Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to LIQUIDIV.COM and get 20% off your first order with code TIRE at checkout.    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   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.   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

    1h 8m
  3. 23 OCT

    New Car-Buying Law; Century is Back; Spyker Returns?; THAT Ferrari One-Off

    Ferrari made a new one-off and it's...interesting; Gov. Newsom passes a new law to protect California car buyers; Toyota creates a brand more luxurious than Lexus; what the return of Spyker cars means; and Patreon questions include:Do we like driving in the wet?Every done voiceover work?Would our garage change if we didn't make content?Talk my gf out of a Mini CountrymanAre kit cars any good?Favorite bands?Why was that Chevelle so expensive?Should I get an Ariel Atom?What makes the 997 RS 4.0 so great?When will get another design as bold as the Cybertruck?Slowest "code brown" moment?Should I convert a 996 Turbo to RWD?And more!  Recorded October 20, 2025   Show Notes: DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com slash TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Car Gurus Buy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at cargurus.com.  Go to cargurus dot com to make sure your big deal is the best deal.    StrapHabit Go get some awesome watch straps for yourself or for gifts at Straphabit.com and use code TST15 at checkout for 15% off your order.     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   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.   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

    1h 24m
  4. 21 OCT

    Car Shows and the Free Mercedes

    Matt Farah and Zack Klapman attended the reveal of the new, possibly light(er)-weight RTR Mustang; were part of the HUGE turnout for the Type S / Larry Chen car show in Long Beach; Matt talks about the old-yet-free Mercedes he got and what he plans to do with it; Zack describes his week with the Infinite Machine P1 electric scooter; and they answer Patreon questions including: Should I get a sports car even if all the roads are boring?Which auto journalists have changed your opinion on a car?Any plans to review the Honda Passport Trailsport?Should I get dedicated summer tires or a performance all-season?What's a "buy once, keep forever" watch for my dad?Countach vs Countach video with Doug Demuro?Is the BRZ tS worth it over the BRZ Premium?I need a long-distance commuterIs the 981 Boxster/Cayman the best Porsche value?What's your perfect "cigar car"?You are president: what would your limo be?And more!    Recorded October 17, 2025   Show Notes: DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com slash TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Car Gurus Buy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at cargurus.com.  Go to cargurus dot com to make sure your big deal is the best deal.    StrapHabit Go get some awesome watch straps for yourself or for gifts at Straphabit.com and use code TST15 at checkout for 15% off your order.     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   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.   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

    1h 42m
  5. 16 OCT

    The Best AMG Isn't the 63; Heli Crash; Robotaxi vs Waymo

    Matt and Zack are caught off guard by the AMG CLE 53. A helicopter crashes at a cars and coffee event. Zack reviews the Infinite Machine P1. And we answer Patreon questions including: What stupid mod were you almost talked into?Are performance SUVs the answer to bad roads?How to get your dream car sooner than you thinkWhy doesn't Porsche build an M3?What's a cool European RHD car?Our top speed this year is...Favorite steering wheels?What happens when a car brand closes?Help me find a fun car to wrench on for under $30kFamous roads the disappointed usIs there a way to get free-ish track time?How can I convince my partner to understand my car hobby?Why shouldn't I turn this into a track car?And more! Recorded October 14, 2025   Show Notes: DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com slash TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Factor Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Quince Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look. Go to Quince.com/TIRE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That’s quince.com/tire   TruWerk Get 15% off your first order at TRUEWERK.com with code tire   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   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.   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

    1h 37m
  6. 14 OCT

    Ferdi Porsche wants everyone to go racing

    Ferdi Porsche is the great-grandson of Porsche's founder but he is definitely making his own way in life. Architect, brand creator, ice race...hoster, and now a karting league owner, Ferdi wants to bring fun to cars and racing to more people (including kids). The intent behind his F.A.T. International karting league - to give more kids access to competitive karting and thus, racing- is one deserving of our attention and support.   Relaxed, smart, and intentional. A conversation worth hearing.   https://www.instagram.com/ferdiporsche/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/fat.icerace/?hl=en https://www.fat-kartingleague.com/   Recorded October 13, 2025   Show Notes: DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com slash TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Factor Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/tire50off and use code tire50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Quince Layer up this fall with pieces that feel as good as they look. Go to Quince.com/TIRE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That’s quince.com/tire   TruWerk Get 15% off your first order at TRUEWERK.com with code tire   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   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.   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

    1h 12m
  7. 9 OCT

    Crazy Toyota Driving; Mercedes Engine Surprise; Lawsuit Update

    Matt Farah talks is being surprised by a non-V8 Mercedes AMG; Zack Klapman walks us through his back-to-back drives in 3 generations of GR Corolla (and how the cars differ) AND describes the shock and joy of driving a 2-mile rally stage; Twitter (now X) loses its lawsuit against Matt's wife; plus we answer Patreon questions including:   The moment we decided to leave our normal jobs$20k convertible challengeWhat ONE mod turns a good car into a bad one?Should I manual-swap an R129 Mercedes?Which watch should be a car?BMW E46 GTR vs Calsonic GT-RWhy does my car feel weird?Dream drift car buildCar owner stereotypes that are trueAre we satisfied?Which car did we miss out on?And more!  Recorded October 8, 2025   DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Smalls For a limited time get 60%$ off your first order when you head to smalls.com/tire   Rula Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://rula.com/tire #rulapod   TruWerk Get 15% off your first order at TRUEWERK with Code: TIRE   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   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.   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

    1h 27m
  8. 7 OCT

    The ZR1 is INSANE; Wooden Manx; M3 Wrenching; Q&A

    Matt put some wood in his Manx buggy; gives us more detail on how crazy the Corvette ZR1 is to drive (on road and track); Zack did some voluntary (for a change) wrenching; they discuss the inherit flaws of FWD-based AWD cars; we have a new way to hurt ourselves, and Patreon questions include: Our scariest moments in a car.What event would we enter?Which new-retro cars would we gift each other?Best 2 cars garage: a daily GM and fun Porsche or daily Porsche and fun GM?Who is the new 2026 Honda Prelude for?Would we buy back a former car?"Normal" cars that we lovedIs a convertible more dangerous for a college kid than a sedan or coupe?That new angelesdeathhighway Instagram page.Best cars from the '80s and '90s for under $100kHow to own an EV in a REALLY cold climateAnd more! Recorded October 7, 2025 DeleteMe Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIRE at checkout.    Smalls For a limited time get 60%$ off your first order when you head to smalls.com/tire   Rula Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://rula.com/tire #rulapod   TruWerk Get 15% off your first order at TRUEWERK with Code: TIRE   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   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.   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

    1h 40m

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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 cross an entire US State, off-road!https://vimeo.com/thesmokingtire

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