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Weekly car discussions from our group of automotive journalists and guests.
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Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
We are joined by Martyn Lee, the founder and brainiac behind EV News Daily! We discuss the realm of automotive podcasts and news surrounding the EV space and the new venture Martyn is taking into another shorter show segment. Then we debate the existence of Formula E and Formula 1, and we discuss the sheer size of some EVs (ahem, Hummer) and the varying models between British and US markets. Plus much more!
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Forrest is back on the show to talk about his time with a spicy Huracan STO and M5 CS…and also the not-so-spicy Mustang Mach-E GT. The Performance one really is the way to go! We also revisit our time with the Ford Bronco and drool a bit over the newly unveiled Bronco Raptor. Cadillac meanwhile is bringing on the Escalade we have been dreaming of, full of supercharged V8 goodness. Plus much more!
00:00 - Lamborghini Huracan STO
12:33 - BMW M5 CS
21:40 - Mustang Mach-E GT
40:04 - Ford Bronco and Raptor
52:15 - Cadillac Escalade V-Series
57:36 - Formula E vs. Formula 1
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
We are joined by John Neff, Editor at Large at Motor1 and former Editor in Chief with AutoBlog. We take an in-depth look at Automotive Journalism and its place in the industry through the transition to video content and digital writing. We also talk about RVs, the potential bias of coverage, and the state of electric vehicles with Tesla’s influence. Plus much more!
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
Howdy! On this episode we talk about our time with the Ram Rebel G/T and Ford Bronco. We also look at the new joint venture between Unplugged Performance and Koenigsegg in making after-market parts for Tesla models. We take a brief glance at Bollinger’s public switch to full commercial focus and Edison Future being yet another electric truck option. Plus much, much more!
00:00 - Ram Rebel
09:10 - Bronco
15:50 - Scootz
24:10 - Koenigsegg & Tesla Parts
30:48 - Bollinger & Edison Future
37:18 - Porsche Anniversary Models
49:10 - Winnebago eRV Concept
54:40 - PHEV vs. Range Extender
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
We are joined by John Voelcker, contributing editor at Car & Driver and long-time editor a Green Car Reports. We learn of the challenges and excitement of early EVs entering the market half a century ago and what it was like to cover unique vehicles from a seasoned journalist perspective. We also dive into the unique character of BMW i3, Chevy Bolt and Volt, and even what character means for EVs going forward.
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Join the crew as we discuss upcoming models and companies entering the market in 2022. Jordan also highlights some of the best parts of CES and the Model 3 road trip to get to Vegas. Mike and Ben share about their time at the Porsche Experience Center and the road trip in the Taycan to get to Atlanta. And Kyle gives a brief tour of the brand new studio space!
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
We are joined by Matt Teske, founder of Chargeway, and we discuss the in-depth challenges with people learning the barriers and lifestyle of day-to-day use and ownership of an electric car. We also debate the meme strategy used by Ford to highlight some of the common concerns.
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Forrest took the Ioniq 5 to Texas and we get his full impressions. We also review the entire year of cars and look at the best, the worst, and the most surprising. Toyota Supra, Porsche Taycan, Rivian R1T, Mazda MX-30, Genesis, and so much more! Happy New Year!
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, we look at the aspect of tow-charging a Tesla in a pinch versus Ford’s new vehicle-to-vehicle charging capability announced for the Lightning and PowerBoost F-150. We also talk off-roading the GX and an unfortunate Tacoma collision. Tesla releases a new software update, and Kyle drives the new Mercedes AMG EQS 53. Plus much, much more!
- SHOW NOTES -
Ford Vehicle-to-Vehicle charging: https://swerveautos.com/ford-announces-vehicle-to-vehicle-charging-for-f150-lightning-f150hybrid/
Tesla feeling 2021 Model 3 with old batteries: https://insideevs.com/news/556018/tesla-model3-2017-battery-pack/
Tesla software update: https://electrek.co/2021/12/20/tesla-releases-big-holiday-update-tiktok-app-ui-changes/
- TIMELINE -
00:00:00 - Off-Roading the GX
00:17:01 - Tow-charging a Tesla
00:22:10 - BMW X5 PHEV
00:28:59 - BMW M240i
00:38:18 - Vehicle-to-Vehicle charging
00:46:58 - Tesla Software and Batteries
00:55:20 - Mercedes AMG EQS 53
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
Thursday Dec 16, 2021
Welcome to the Out of Spec Podcast! This week, we are joined by Lacie (@MissGoElectric) and look back on the EV Media Summit we hosted in Pasadena. We also talk about Jordan’s time with the Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo, Hyundai IONIQ 5 pricing, and Mike updates us on the Taycan. Plus much, much more!
Thanks for joining us, Lacie! Follow @MissGoElectric!
- SHOW NOTES -
Porsche GTS Sport Turismo: https://swerveautos.com/porsche-taycan-gts-sport-turismo-first-drive-first-love/
IONIQ 5 Pricing: https://swerveautos.com/hyundai-releases-pricing-for-highly-anticipated-ioniq-5-ev/
- TIMELINE -
00:00:00 - EV Media Summit Highlights
00:08:45 - Taycan updates from Mike
00:17:00 - PHEV potential
00:23:40 - Taycan GTS Sport Turismo
00:35:20 - IONIQ 5 and Pricing
00:45:07 - Teaching EV to the masses
00:53:45 - EV industry discussion
Find us on all of the places!
Discord: https://discord.gg/pzBCF2DJ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvzAhsatPsUkRsxJfY6zB3A
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-spec-podcast/id1576636119
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tKIQfKL9oaHc1DLOTWvbd
Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/473692b9-05b9-41f9-9b38-9f86fbdabee7/OUT-OF-SPEC-PODCAST