Carstuff

Many companies spend millions making sure their supply line runs smoothly - so what happens when something goes wrong? The answer: hot shot truckers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kelley Blue Book lists market values for new and used automobiles of all types, as well as motorcycles. But how did it become such a definitive source? Join Scott and Ben as they explore the story of the Kelley Blue Book. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U-Haul company is one of the most recognizable forces on the road, and millions of people rent these vehicles each year -- but how did the company get started? Listen in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might sound like a boring topic, but for hundreds of thousands of children growing up in the 1960s and 1970s, highway safety films were a traumatizing, frightening experience. Why? Because they used footage of real injured, dying and dead accident victims. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might sound like a boring topic, but for hundreds of thousands of children growing up in the 1960s and 1970s, highway safety films were a traumatizing, frightening experience. Why? Because they used footage of real injured, dying and dead accident victims. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It might sound like a boring topic, but for hundreds of thousands of children growing up in the 1960s and 1970s, highway safety films were a traumatizing, frightening experience. Why? Because they used footage of real injured, dying and dead accident victims. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the most well-known circus acts - a tiny car drives erratically into the ring and dozens of clowns pour out. But how does it work? What's the trick? Listen in to learn more about clowns and cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's true - GM really did build a couple of see-through cars. But how? Why? And, perhaps most importantly, where are they now? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you walk into a car dealership? Do you have any tips or tricks for getting the best deal? Watch out: you may not be as savvy as you think. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Traffic signals are one of the most recognizable - and life-saving - things on the road. But where do they come from, and how do they work? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can McLaren really build an affordable high-performance vehicle? Listen in to learn more about the McLaren 570S. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another installment of nuts and bolts, wherein Scott and Ben try (unsuccessfully) to squeeze in all the emails, news stories, stats and anecdotes that haven't made it into earlier episodes. Tune in to see if your letter made it to the air! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Petersen Automotive Museum is filled to the brim with historic and unique cars -- and that's just the stuff on display. Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the Petersen Museum vault. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every driver knows that the sound of a car is an irreplaceable, unique part of the ride - part of its fingerprint, perhaps. But if that's the case, then why are so many manufacturers installing synthesized exhaust sounds? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for another installment of nuts and bolts, wherein Scott and Ben try (unsuccessfully) to squeeze in all the emails, news stories, stats and anecdotes that haven't made it into earlier episodes. Tune in to see if your letter made it to the air! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Bentleys to Lincolns and more, the guys have explored all sorts of luxurious rides -- but how do we actually define the term "luxury car"? Is it cutting edge technology? A smooth ride? A high price tag? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no secret that the cars of The Fast and the Furious franchise are stunning -- but who picks them, and how? Recently Scott and Ben sat down with Picture Car Coordinator Dennis McCarthy, the man behind the magnificent rides of "Furious 7", to discuss how he finds, fixes and fabricates so many amazing cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether it's a Hummer or a Mini, it seems almost every driver has a list of guilty pleasure cars -- you know, the rides you wouldn't necessarily want to be seen driving. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you put in your garage -- you know, other than a car? Inspired by a listener email, Scott and Ben take a closer look at garage art. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It sounds crazy, but Ed Bolian and his crack driving team shot their 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL55 AMG across the continent in less than 29 hours, setting the record for the Cannonball Run. So how'd they pull it off? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.