GrandSport Returns, Stunting Your Driving Growth, Bucketing Car Enthusiasts | Episode 1,039

GrandSport Returns, Stunting Your Driving Growth, Bucketing Car Enthusiasts | Episode 1,039

March 31, 2026 · 1h 28m

About this episode

The episode discusses the return of the Corvette GrandSport, debates on responsible and enjoyable cars, and explores the market for used EVs.

The Corvette GrandSport designation has returned, now applied to the C8 generation! The guys discuss the new 6.7L V8 engine, plus news from around the industry. They debate fun yet responsible cars for Chris in Maryland, who is fighting the mid-life practicality vs. desire. Then, Drew is shopping for his wife (who doesn’t drive much), and is intrigued by all these EVs coming off lease. Should he investigate further? Social media questions ask if we’ve gone backwards with base-level small engines, what kind of car should Subaru build next, and if convertibles increase a driver’s connection with the road, why don’t the guys like them very much? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you’d like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - C8 Corvette Grand Sport + Grand Sport X Announced! 07:17 - The Sony/Honda AFEELA EV Is Dead. 09:13 - AC Schnitzer Is Dead Too. Bummer. 11:20 - Dodge Putting The 392 Back In The Durango! 13:34 - Things CEOs Say!! 15:51 - Is A Mustang Nearly The Fastest Production Car Around The ‘Ring? 18:11 - The Next MX-5 - Will Be Super Lightweight? 20:52 - EDD & HOD…

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Host: Everyday Driver

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Organizations: Sony, Honda, AC Schnitzer, EDD, HOD

Products: Corvette GrandSport, C8 generation, 6.7L V8 engine, EVs, Dodge, 392, Mustang, MX-5

Places: Maryland

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