In episode 48 of The Drive Thru, the hosts provide a comprehensive monthly recap of automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news. Sponsored by several auto-centric organizations, this episode covers a wide range of topics. The hosts begin by humorously chiding their lack of preparation before diving into a detailed review of notable cars sold at the recent Monterey Car Week auction. They discuss the rising prices and rarity of vehicles such as the Bugatti Chiron, Ferraris, and vintage models. They also touch upon car events, including the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix and Rocks and Revs in Cleveland, highlighting unique attendee cars and future plans. Furthermore, the hosts examine industry news, noting BMW and Volkswagen's strategic moves and recalls. They cover a broad spectrum from the affordability of the VW ID Buzz to the soaring prices of new Lamborghinis and the recall of 720,000 BMW vehicles for fire risks. Additionally, the episode explores quirky automotive initiatives like solar-powered EV chargers created by college students and updates from various racing disciplines. They end by previewing Clarkson, Hammond, and May's final episode on Amazon Prime, reflecting on their legacy. The episode offers a blend of humor, in-depth analysis, and a tribute to automotive culture.
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00:00:00 Welcome to Episode 48
00:02:01 Car Week Highlights
00:03:34 Top Auctioned Cars at Monterey Car Week
00:18:38 Vintage Racing and Pittsburgh Car Week
00:22:18 Rocks and Revs Event Recap
00:26:14 Volkswagen's New Models and Pricing
00:35:37 Lamborghini's Evolution Under VW Group
00:37:26 The New Audi A6 and S6 Sportback E-Trons
00:40:17 Volkswagen's Strategy with the Mark 8 GTI
00:47:51 BMW's Massive Recall
00:49:48 Citroën's Exit from Australia
00:50:29 Fiat Panda's Future
00:53:18 Ford Maverick Lobo Edition
00:56:40 GM's Layoffs and Lawsuits
00:59:40 Toyota GR Corolla's Warranty Issues
01:09:13 Acura's New NSX EV
01:11:41 Can-Am's Three-Wheeled Vehicle
01:13:48 Street Legal Three-Wheelers
01:14:22 British Car Offerings
01:15:07 Solar-Powered Innovations
01:16:25 Mystic Cobras and Color-Changing Cars
01:24:22 Tesla Recalls and Issues
01:43:44 Motorsports News and Updates
01:49:17 Podcast Announcements and Wrap-Up
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