The Hot Hatchback

What’s the deal with Formula 1 racing? Is it just a bunch of European adrenaline junkies with a death wish? And how does it differ from something like the American-based NASCAR or IndyCar series? In reality, there’s way more to it. F1 combines some of the world’s great engineerin ...  Show more

In this episode of CarStuff, Ben and Kurt discuss the amazing adaptations that car companies can make when called upon by circumstance.

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Join Chris in conversation with Top Gear Magazine's Jack Rix where they discuss how the FL5 Type R stacks up to its predecessors, where it sits in the pantheon of hot hatch greats, and potential death of the hot hatch category all together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...  Show more

Since VW owns the Scout brand, will future vehicles have their own personality? The guys debate cars for Gen Z, a question from Anthony T. They also debate fun cars that can carry golf clubs for Sam G. Social media questions ask what determines how high an engine will rev, has th ...  Show more

Remember toy cars? Ben, Noel and Max investigate the surprisingly weird evolution of old-school, die-cast car models from their origins to the modern day, ultimately asking what happened to the fad. Bonus points for everyone taking a Matchbox or Hot Wheels toy and vrooming-vroomi ...  Show more

If you're an American who had a childhood, you probably have some nostalgia for Hot Wheels. Get your engines revved for this trip down memory lane as we discuss these fun and iconic toys.