Automotive ADHD

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Aug 2026

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This is the car podcast and syndicated talk radio show where poor financial decisions are not only welcomed but embraced. Whether it’s Toyota, Honda, Chevy, Ford, Dodge, or -yes- even Subaru, all are fair game. Join Matt West as he descends into automotive madness, while also interviewing racecar drivers, automotive industry insiders, and influencers. Questionable mechanical advice free of charge. Live on the Radio! AM1460 & FM 101.1 The Answer - Saturdays at 2pm, Sundays at 9am & 6pm 100.7 The Word KGFT - Saturdays at 7pm 91.7 KLZR - Saturdays at 10:30am

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August 1, 202654 min

Driving a Manual Transmission Makes You Smarter? California Takes Back 11,000 Licenses, and the DUMBEST Reason to Turn Down a Free Car

Does driving a manual transmission actually make you smarter? New research from Japan suggests that operating a stick shift may stimulate the brain’s prefrontal cortex. Matt breaks down the science behind manual transmissions, why stick-shift cars may create safer and more attentive drivers, and why learning to drive manual could still benefit new drivers today. Also is California's Driver's Education system broken? The state DMV orders 11,000 drivers to retake their written license tests or risk losing their licenses. Matt examines the possible testing failures, fraud concerns, and why America’s driver education system should focus more on real-world driving skills than obscure written-test questions. Finally, Matt returns to the internet’s dumbest car questions to judge a Reddit user who rejected a free classic Volkswagen Beetle because she wanted a newer VW New Beetle instead. That leads to a history of the original Volkswagen Beetle, the problems with modern Volkswagen ownership, and an important lesson about appreciating a free project car. Support The Show While Getting Your Next Set Of Tires From Tire Rack! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️Support SEMA’s Work #ManualTransmission #DrivingTest #VolkswagenBeetle #CarNews #AutomotiveADHD Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 30, 202616 min

A Legend is No More... Here’s everything I will miss about the Nissan Altima

The Nissan Altima is headed for the automotive graveyard, but does that mean drivers are finally safe? In this bonus episode of the Automotive ADHD Show, Matt breaks down the Nissan Altima driver stereotype, declining sales, CVT reliability problems, and the car’s infamous reputation for highway chaos. After delivering a completely serious eulogy for the Nissan Altima, Matt asks which car could replace it as the internet’s most notorious traffic menace. His leading candidate is the used Tesla Model 3, an increasingly affordable EV with serious performance and a growing population of battered examples weaving through traffic. Could the Tesla Model 3 become the next Nissan Altima? This bonus edition covers the Nissan Altima discontinuation, bad driver stereotypes, used Tesla prices, EV maintenance, and automotive internet culture. Support The Show While Getting Your Next Set Of Tires From Tire Rack! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #NissanAltima #TeslaModel3 #CarCulture #AutomotiveComedy #AutomotiveADHD Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 21, 202651 min

Ford’s $1.3 Billion Tariff Refund: Do Car Buyers Get Paid Back?

Could Ford owe new-car buyers money after receiving a massive tariff refund? Matt breaks down the class-action lawsuit that could determine whether drivers deserve a share of the money automakers charged customers to cover tariffs. He also recounts evacuating an entire collection of JDM cars and project vehicles as a major Colorado wildfire moved toward his home, including the insurance problems and emergency-preparation lessons he learned along the way. Plus, Toyota unveils a $3,500 office chair made from a Crown seat, Ferrari’s controversial simulated manual transmission divides enthusiasts, and the debate continues over whether driving theater can ever replace a real clutch and gearbox. Support The Show While Getting Your Next Set Of Tires From Tire Rack! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #FordTariffs #ProjectCars #Ferrari #CarNews #AutomotiveADHD Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 202651 min

Ferrari’s FAKE Manual, Can a Can-Am Conquer Pikes Peak, & Wildfire Prep with 8 Project Cars?

Ferrari says the 12Cilindri Manuale brings back the manual experience, but is a Manuale By-Wire gated shifter connected to an 8-speed DCT really a manual transmission or just a very expensive fake? Matt also talks Pikes Peak Hill Climb race cars with Stryker Motorsports, including a Can-Am Maverick R-based hill climb build, plus what happens when a Colorado wildfire gets close enough that you have to plan how to evacuate eight project cars? Support The Show While Getting Your Next Set Of Tires From Tire Rack! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #cars #ferrari #manualebywire #manualtransmission #pikespeakhillclimb #pikespeakinternationalhillclimb #racing #motorsports #jdm #ae86 #motoring #jimmyford Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 23, 202649 min

What Happens When Your JDM Classic is WRECKED? Also The Best At This Year's Pikes Peak Hill Climb Ft. Jim Miller

The world's second oldest continuous auto race is primed to run up Pikes Peak again this year. Jim Miller and I attend PPIHC Fan Fest, the massive motorsports street festival featuring the best of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and give you our thoughts on this year's race. I interview rookie Pikes Peak Driver Rob Wilmoth about his first run up the peak and more. Jim Miller also discusses how to handle insurance when your classic JDM car is wrecked. That and more on this edition of the show! Whether you enjoy wrenching on cars, optimizing performance, or just want to understand what’s going under the hood, this is the car show that talks about everything with four wheels and then some! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #cars #pikespeakhillclimb #pikespeakinternationalhillclimb #racing #motorsports #jdm #ae86 #motoring #jimmyford Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 19, 202651 min

Ford CEO Wants To Ban Repair. It's for "Safety"

Ford CEO Jim Farley says the quiet part out loud and shares what automotive manufacturers are thinking behind closed doors. Ford is decisively anti-right to repair and claims that it's for your own safety. I discuss that, as well as some Pikes Peak Hill Climb Racing action, Jeep recalls, and more on this edition of the show! Whether you enjoy wrenching on cars, optimizing performance, or just want to understand what’s going under the hood, this is the car show that talks about everything with four wheels and then some! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #cars #righttorepair #repair #mechanic #motoring #ford Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 12, 20261 hr 9 min

Red Light Cameras Don't Make Roads Safer. Here's Why.

Automated enforcement on the roads actually makes you LESS safe behind the wheel. I talk with Jay Beeber, Executive Director of Policy for the National Motorist's Association about why automated speed and red light cameras no only lead to more unwarranted tickets, but more corruption, more surveillance, and less safe driving conditions. Whether you enjoy wrenching on cars, optimizing performance, or just want to understand what’s going under the hood, this is the car show that talks about everything with four wheels and then some! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #cars #driving #redlightcamera #speedcamera #motoring #tickets Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 6, 202613 min

[Bonus!] How Do We Bring Back GOOD Car Culture? Let's Start Local

Car culture is in dire straights, with racetracks closing and communities cracking down on modified cars, it's never been harder to be a car enthusiast. I talk with Tayven from Primul Garage about his car show event which seeks to bring the community back into cars right here in Colorado Springs. Whether you enjoy wrenching on cars, optimizing performance, or just want to understand what’s going under the hood, this is the car show that talks about everything with four wheels and then some! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #coloradosprings #carshows #showcars #carenthusiast #carculture Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 30, 202648 min

The REAL Reason Racetracks Are Closing Is Worse Than You Think

Race tracks are closing across the country and the latest is the Pikes Peak International Raceway in my home town of Colorado Springs. This is disappointing for race fans and grassroots motorsports fanatics alike. I discuss the reason behind it and why it's way harder to combat than we think. Whether you like drifting, road course racing, autocross, time attack, or drag racing, this affects you. Whether you enjoy wrenching on cars, optimizing performance, or just want to understand what’s going under the hood, this is the car show that talks about everything with four wheels and then some! Wash Your Car with The BEST from Chemical Guys while Supporting The Show On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm, Sun 9am & 6pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am Stream live On The Radio! Join the community on Facebook! ️ Support SEMA’s Work #automotive #carpodcast #pikespeakinternationalraceway #PPIR #racing #racetrack #motorsports #drift Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 20, 202652 min

A Motor Oil Shortage Could Happen Any Second, Confirmed By Toyota & Nissan

Gas prices are up and now motor oil itself could become more scarce. Toyota and Nissan confirmed industry concerns. Working on your project car or daily driver might get more expensive and will people start hoarding motor oil like we did toilet paper in 2020? I discuss that, my recent Honda S2000 woes, and more on this edition of the show!Get your GPS tracker now and protect your car! Use Promo code AUTOADHD15 for 15% off, in addition to another 35% off an annual subscription: spytec.com🎙 On The Radio in Colorado: AM1460 & FM101.1 The Answer — LIVE Sat 2pm • 100.7 The Word — Sat 7pm • 91.7 KLZR — Sat 10:30am📺 Watch The Show on Youtube📱Follow on Facebook🏎️ Support SEMA’s work#AutomotivePodcast #CarCulture #projectcar #oil #motoroil #toyota Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.