Carstuff

From the Fiat to the Challenger, automotive history is full of cars that were discontinued only to re-emerge as hallmarks of retro design. In this episode, Scott and Ben delve into the world of car comebacks (including a few cars that never really left). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Informally dubbed the "Popemobile," the Pope's personal conveyance is a rather unique vehicle. In this episode, Scott and Ben explore the history and features of the vehicles that have served as the Pope's personal means of transport over the years. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not a car. It's not a bike, either. In fact, the Lazareth Wazuma is a beast all its own. So how does it work? Who built it? And will it help you look like Batman? Join Scott and Ben as they explore the Lazareth Wazuma in this brand-new episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pike's Peak International Hill Climb is not your ordinary race. Tune in as Scott and Ben explore the dangers, thrills, and physical demands behind this high-altitude race. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this installment of a continuing series on engines, the guys take a closer look at the rotary engine. Tune in as Scott and Ben break down the details of the rotary engine -- including its advantages and disadvantages -- in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people know a little bit about the history of airplanes. However, the history of the helicopter is remarkably complex. In this episode, Scott and Ben unravel the evolution of vertical flight, from its origins in China to the present day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people would recognize a tank if it rolled its way into their vicinity. But how do these massive, military vehicles work? Scott and Ben tackle the history, evolution and mechanics of tanks in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An idling car is remarkably inefficient, and gets zero miles per gallon. Luckily, idle-stop systems might be the next step in car technology, saving drivers millions of dollars. Join Scott and Ben as they break down the science behind idle-stop systems. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Father's Day is coming up, and once again Ben waited 'til the last minute to search for a gift. Luckily, Scott's got some advice about a gift that could be perfect for dads and drivers alike. Learn more about DIY car care kits in this brand-new episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For decades, Ferrari has been building some of the most impressive and unique cars in the world -- but how do they actually craft these vehicles? Join Scott and Ben as they take a behind-the-scenes look at Ferrari manufacturing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Filled with celebrities and devoid of prizes, the Gumball 3000 is far from the average road rally. Tune in as Ben and Scott explore the Gumball 3000 in this listener-inspired episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In some countries, you drive on the right side of the road; in others, the left. But why? And what's the deal with right-hand and left-hand drive cars? Scott and Ben examine the history of right- and left-side driving, controls and more in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top fuel dragsters are one of the world's most extreme racing classes, but how do they work? Learn the details of top fuel drag-racing -- from the quarter-mile track to the burnout and more -- in this episode of CarStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Standard motor vehicles have foot controls for braking and accelerating, but hand controls also exist for drivers who can't use their feet. Scott and Ben discuss different kinds of hand-controlled devices for drivers in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continuing their series on offroading, Scott and Ben take a look at the polar vehicles used to navigate the extreme ends of the Earth, from the south pole to the north. Tune in and learn more about polar vehicles in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever been mudding? How about rock crawling or green laning? If so, you've been off-roading. Join Scott and Ben as they break down some basic off-roading techniques in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Route 66 traversed the continent from Chicago to Los Angeles, it passed through numerous small towns in eight states. In this episode, Scott and Ben take a closer look at Route 66: its purpose, its history, and, ultimately, its demise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the United States, a vehicle's fuel efficiency is rated in terms of miles per gallon, or MPG. But is this the best way to calculate fuel economy? Listen in as Scott and Ben explore an alternative measure of fuel efficiency in this podcast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every car has story -- and some are stranger than others. In this episode, Scott and Ben take a look at some of the weirdest car stories in history, from Archduke Franz Ferdinand's ill-fated Phaeton to Cobra Roadsters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does anyone really stay under the speed limit, all of the time? How often do drivers neglect their turn signals? From tailgating to illegal turns and rolling stops, Ben and Scott take a look at the driving laws that no one follows in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.