Episodes

  • Ferrari’s EV Problem, Lotus Gets Wilder, and Jay Leno Garage Stories

    Ferrari’s EV Problem, Lotus Gets Wilder, and Jay Leno Garage Stories
    Jun 4 2026
    Ferrari just revealed the Luce, its first EV, and the reaction was not exactly quiet. Blair and Shinoo break down why the design, price point, and Ferrari badge have created so much controversy — and whether this is a bold move or a massive miss. They also cover the new Lotus Emira 420, the reality of softening new car sales, Shinoo’s latest shop updates, including the supercharged Corvette E-Ray and 996RR progress, plus a deep dive into what it was really like taking the BAC Mono and Drakan Spyder to Jay Leno’s Garage. And in this week’s “This or That,” the guys ask the obvious question: if you had around $750,000 to spend, would you really buy Ferrari’s EV… or build a much better garage? Topics include: Ferrari Luce EV reaction Lotus Emira 420 Porsche 996RR updates Supercharged Corvette E-Ray Jay Leno’s Garage behind the scenes BAC Mono and Drakan Spyder New car sales slowdown Ferrari 296, 458, 812 Superfast, Taycan Cross Turismo, Tesla Model X The problem with expensive EVs For more car talk, market takes, and stories from inside the enthusiast world, subscribe to the Full Throttle Talk newsletter at fullthrottletalk.com.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • BMW’s Manual Comeback, GT4 Gearing Problems & R8 vs Gallardo Debate

    BMW’s Manual Comeback, GT4 Gearing Problems & R8 vs Gallardo Debate
    May 28 2026
    BMW may have finally built a modern enthusiast car worth caring about. In this episode, the Full Throttle Talk crew breaks down the new manual-only rear-wheel-drive BMW M3 CS, why modern sports cars feel increasingly disconnected, and how manufacturers may finally be waking up to what drivers actually want. They also debate the Porsche GT4 gearing controversy, Audi R8 vs Lamborghini Gallardo, Nissan’s surprisingly good new Z NISMO, analog GT3 race cars, and why race cars rarely make good road cars. Plus plenty of real-world shop stories, driving impressions, and enthusiast chaos along the way. Subscribe to the newsletter: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Inside Porsche Special Wishes, Singer Turbos & The Return of Analog Driving

    Inside Porsche Special Wishes, Singer Turbos & The Return of Analog Driving
    May 21 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, Blair Smith and Shinoo Mapleton go deep into Porsche’s most exclusive world: VIP customers, Special Wishes, Sonderwunsch builds, Paint to Sample, and one-off factory projects. The episode also covers the Singer Turbo Study, why some high-end restomods barely get driven, the risks of shipping valuable cars, Lotus’ return to ICE and hybrid powertrains, and why the future of enthusiast cars may be less about horsepower — and more about feel. Guest Derek joins the show to share his story from wrenching on an MGB as a kid to helping shape some truly wild Porsche builds, including a Dakar, ST, 918 recommissioning project, and more. Subscribe to the Full Throttle Talk newsletter: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Formula 1’s V8 Return, Porsche 964 Debate & Why Lightweight Cars Still Win

    Formula 1’s V8 Return, Porsche 964 Debate & Why Lightweight Cars Still Win
    May 14 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, Blair and Shinoo dive into one of the biggest enthusiast stories of the year: Formula 1 moving back toward V8 engines. The guys also debate the rising hype around Porsche 964 values, compare the driving experience of a Lotus Elise 111R vs a real 964 RS, discuss Nürburgring record runs from Volkswagen and Zinger, and break down why lightweight sports cars still deliver the most emotional driving experience. Other topics include: Future ICE engine development from Lotus, Renault & Geely Ferrari 308 GT4 vs Acura NSX vs Porsche 964 Everyday Driver Elise comparison shoot Corvette C8 track-day consumable costs When it’s finally time to sell a car you love Subscribe to the Full Throttle Talk newsletter for behind-the-scenes stories, driving impressions, and enthusiast content: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Why Cars Now Cost $50K (And What’s Coming Next)

    Why Cars Now Cost $50K (And What’s Coming Next)
    May 8 2026
    The automotive world is changing faster than most people realize — and not all of it is good for drivers. In this episode of Full Throttle Talk, we break down what’s really happening behind the scenes: • Why naturally aspirated engines may be disappearing • How government regulations are reshaping the industry • Why new cars are now averaging $50,000+ • The growing influence of China on global car production • And what all of this means for enthusiasts We also get into real-world driving experiences, underrated cars, and why analog driving might be more valuable than ever. If you care about where cars are heading — and what’s worth buying now — this episode is for you. 👉 More content: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Slow Car Fast vs. Fast Car Slow: GT3s, Miatas, Manuals & Overrated Icons

    Slow Car Fast vs. Fast Car Slow: GT3s, Miatas, Manuals & Overrated Icons
    Apr 30 2026
    Blair Smith and Shinoo Mapleton tackle one of the best enthusiast debates: is it more fun to drive a slow car fast or a fast car slow? After Blair spends time in a 992.2 GT3 and Shinoo pushes a Miata through technical canyon roads, they compare modern speed, refinement, NVH, driver involvement, and why some cars feel thrilling while others feel too isolated. They also cover manual transmission take rates, Ferrari’s expensive EV plans, Morgan’s new Super Sport 400, and a few “overrated” cars that might upset Porsche, BMW, and GT-R fans.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Porsche GT3SC, Mustang GTD Ring Domination & The Death of the Manual Transmission

    Porsche GT3SC, Mustang GTD Ring Domination & The Death of the Manual Transmission
    Apr 22 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, we break down one of the biggest weeks in automotive news. Porsche has officially unveiled the GT3SC, raising questions about what defines a true GT3. At the same time, Ford’s Mustang GTD is putting down blistering Nürburgring lap times, outperforming expectations and shaking up the performance hierarchy. We also explore a deeper question: are we living in the peak era of performance cars—or watching the beginning of the end? In this episode: Porsche GT3SC: Brilliant or unnecessary? Mustang GTD vs Corvette ZR1X: What really matters—power or engineering? BMW’s next generation strategy and the future of enthusiast cars The uncomfortable truth about manual transmissions disappearing “Ugly but lovable” cars that still win enthusiasts over Plus, we answer a listener question about whether the shift away from manuals is driven by data—or a misunderstanding of today’s buyers. If you care about driving, this episode is for you.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • EV Swapped DeLorean, Callaway Partnership & The Cars That Made Us | Full Throttle Talk

    EV Swapped DeLorean, Callaway Partnership & The Cars That Made Us | Full Throttle Talk
    Apr 16 2026
    This episode of Full Throttle Talk dives into everything that makes car culture addictive—from cutting-edge innovation to the analog machines that shaped us. We kick things off with a real-world EV-swapped DeLorean experience and why conversions like this might be the future of classic cars. Then, big news: a new partnership with Callaway Cars—one of the most iconic performance brands in Corvette history. From there, we debate some of the hottest topics in the automotive world: Are manual transmissions really disappearing—or making a comeback? Is a Porsche GT3 Cabriolet a brilliant idea… or completely missing the point? Why the Camaro’s return could reshape the American performance market And in one of our favorite segments yet, we break down the cars and driving experiences that truly made us car enthusiasts—from Porsche 911s to Lotus, BMW classics, and beyond. If you love cars, driving, and the stories behind both—this episode is for you.
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    1 hr and 6 mins