Spike's Car Radio

• Alpine A110: The Best Sportscar You Can’t Buy

  Spike and Jonny are joined by Zack Klapman from The Smoking Tire Podcast for a three-car extravaganza, reviewing the Alpine A110, Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance, and Audi A3. Highlights include Jonny's hilarious story about his misadventures in Russia with Land Rover, debates on the proper pronunciation of 'Alpine,' and strong opinions on American vs French baguettes. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🔵 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com _____________________________________________________ The team dives deep into what makes the European-exclusive Alpine A110 such a special driver's car with its impressive power-to-weight ratio and balanced handling. Spike raves about the Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance's mind-bending 805 horsepower hybrid powertrain that combines supercar performance with daily driver practicality. Meanwhile, Jonny offers insights on the Audi A3's luxury features and value proposition compared to the more performance-focused S3. The episode takes entertaining detours into customs nightmares when importing cars, the dubious quality of Moscow hotel water, Russian sauna culture, results from Le Mans, and a discussion on the future of automotive technology based on a recent Wall Street Journal article. Check out Jonny's new channel, Driving With Jonny! Join Spike and the team for the upcoming live show at Pebble Beach! https://theconcoursstore.com/products/2025ccf-spike-car-radio _____________________________________________________ Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Does BMW's M5 Touring Miss the Mark?

  Spike, Jonny, and Zuckerman review two BMW M5 Tourings while debating whether they're worthy of the M badge. Spike shares his unexpected modeling career for Nobleman Magazine, while Henry Catchpole from Hagerty joins to discuss his mind-bending experience driving the Porsche 963 RSP. All this and more in this week's episode of Spike's Car Radio! _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com ⚡ Sonic Power - Cleaning Made Easy Powerful cordless mini vacuums, electric scrubbers, and more! https://a.co/d/farlqUL 📅 Odoo - Modern Management Made Simple All your business on one platform. Try it at https://www.odoo.com _____________________________________________________ In this episode of Spike's Car Radio, the hosts dive deep into the controversial BMW M5 Touring, with Spike expressing bewilderment at its disconnected driving experience despite its impressive specs, and Jonny declaring this more like a "M7" than another in the "M5" line. The crew also addresses listener feedback about last week's infamous "cupholder-gate", with some fans clearly reaching their limit on beverage containment analysis, and share a bizarre Florida Man news story that has to be heard to be believed. Later, Henry Catchpole joins to share his extraordinary experience piloting the Porsche 963 RSP, offering insights on its hand clutch, bump start procedure, and how it compares to other hypercars like the Aston Martin Valkyrie. Join Spike and the team for upcoming live show at Pebble Beach! https://theconcoursstore.com/products/2025ccf-spike-car-radio _____________________________________________________ Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Porsche’s 963 Road Car Is a One-Off

  Join Spike, Jonny, and Zuckerman for a heated debate over the new Porsche 963 RSP Le Mans street-legal hypercar. Does a suspicious cupholder hint that it's actually headed for full production? Plus, they dive into the Porsche Carrera GTS T-Hybrid models and roast the complete flop Mercedes' electric G-Wagon. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🪙 Acre Gold - Gold Investment Has Never Been Easier Visit https://GetAcreGold.com/SPIKE911 to start building your gold stash! 🗢 BlueChew - Get Bricked Up Get your first month free with code SPIKE911 https://BlueChew.com _____________________________________________________ From an in-depth discussion of upcoming Porsche halo cars to a surprising quiz on car color depreciation (spoiler: gold is the worst), the guys bring their signature expertise and comedy to the SCR Garage. The Porsche 963 RSP sparks a passionate design debate while Johnny explains why the new Carrera GTS T-Hybrid isn't just about lowering emissions. They also discuss Volkswagen's Palisades van restoration dilemma, share Seinfeld car stories, and declare the Fisker Ocean an even bigger flop than the Tesla Cybertruck. Join Spike and the team for upcoming live shows at Pebble Beach as they take the podcast on the road! https://theconcoursstore.com/products/2025ccf-spike-car-radio _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: [email protected] 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The 2026 GT2 RS Might Hit $500K?

  Jonny and Zuckerman rejoin Spike to discuss the disastrous reopening of PCH, the upcoming EV Yugo, and the spotted footage of the 2026 Porsche 911 GT2 RS. Plus, Zuckerman offers legal wisdom on everything from garbage truck accidents to pothole damage claims. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com 🫂 BetterHelp - Quality Professional Therapy This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/SPIKE911 and get on your way to being your best self. _____________________________________________________ The episode kicks off with the crew's Memorial Day weekend plans, quickly shifting to discussions about the notorious PCH traffic and proposed (but questionable) roadway improvements including roundabouts and bike lanes. Spike then delivers an impressive review of the Lamborghini Urus SE hybrid, praising its electric mode and overall performance. Johnny follows with a deep dive into the Audi RS e-tron GT, declaring it superior to the Porsche Taycan in steering feel and handling dynamics. The conversation takes several humorous detours, including speculation about the Yugo's potential comeback as an EV, the bizarre story of an 84-year-old driver who took his Porsche Panamera onto a hiking trail, and Lotus investigating a V8 for the Emira. Zuckerman closes the show by fielding listener legal questions. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: [email protected] 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Richard Rawlings and John Clay Wolfe

  Richard Rawlings and John Clay Wolfe join the show to dive into their partnership, Gas Monkey's international fame, and plans for a revolutionary automotive network. Highlights include Richard's legal battle with Discovery Channel and John's story about buying a 42-car collection that came with a surprise subpoena. _____________________________________________________ 🛠️ RaceDeck - Transform Your Garage Get 15% off plus free shipping with code SPIKE911 https://RaceDeck.com ⚡ Sonic Power - Powerful Cordless Mini Vacuum Get 10% off with code SPIKE https://sonicpower.co _____________________________________________________ Richard and John reveal how their beer-fueled Wednesday brainstorming sessions evolved into a powerful partnership combining Richard's car building expertise with John's car buying systems. Richard doesn't hold back about his contentious split from Fast 'N Loud and Discovery, proudly declaring "I'm from Texas, we don't take this s**t lightly" when discussing how he protected the Gas Monkey brand. The duo shares their vision for creating an automotive lifestyle network, focusing on authenticity rather than manufactured drama. They discuss current market trends in car collecting, including the rising value of 911s, older BMWs, and Italian cars. Fans of car flipping will appreciate stories about high-stakes Barrett-Jackson auctions, Ferrari modifications that sparked controversy, and John's adventure buying 42 cars that came with unexpected legal drama. The episode concludes with a humorous story about John Clay Wolfe's past misunderstanding with Matt Farah. _____________________________________________________ 📧 To advertise with Spike’s Car Radio, contact Club Road Associates: [email protected] 🌐 https://www.clubroadassociates.com Produced by Skyview Entertainment & Q6 Media https://q6.media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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