Welcome back to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast!

On Episode 127, we're discussing one of the biggest Toyota stories of the year.

A mysterious mid-engine Toyota prototype has been spotted testing near Fuji Speedway, fueling speculation that the legendary MR2 is getting closer to production. We break down what we know so far, what the prototype could become, and what other cars Gazoo Racing has up its sleeves.

We also discuss the official reveal of the all-new Audi Q9, Audi's new flagship SUV designed to compete with the BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, and Range Rover. Is Audi finally entering the full-size luxury SUV market at the right time?

Also in this episode:

• Toyota TRD's new Honeycomb special editions

• The $64,360 Toyota GRMN Corolla and whether it's worth the price

• Ram announces pricing for the new Rumble Bee lineup, including the 777-horsepower Hellcat-powered SRT

• Honda reportedly explored bringing back an Accord-based SUV

• Vaughn Gittin Jr. and RTR Vehicles celebrate their history with a new book

• Dodge Durango sales continue to surprise

• Genesis GV60 Magma pricing and how it compares to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

• GR Corolla ownership updates, interior modifications, and upcoming projects

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00:00 Intro | Welcome to Episode 127!

02:15 Toyota Testing the NEW MR2? Or is it a Celica?

05:28 NEW Toyota Special Color Edition Trucks and SUVs | Honeycomb

07:12 GRMN Corolla Price is Released, and it's PRICEY

13:36 Ready to Rock Book | Vaughn Gittin Jr.

16:54 My future mancave/podcast space idea

18:29 RAM Rumble Bee Price is Announced

23:50 Audi Q9 Officially Revealed and Pricing

28:26 My Critique on Houston's Auto Show and why it doesn't make sense

30:48 GR Corolla Updates! New part install! Future plans

33:47 Upcoming car reviews and Events

36:28 Dodge Durango has its BEST sales in 20 Years & Why

37:20 Funny Story: Helping my Mother-in-Law buy a New Toyota SUV

41:31 Why Dodge Should Pay Attention to the OLD Durango

45:51 Planning my review on our 160,000-mile 2022 Toyota Sienna

47:37 Plans for introducing my 2000 Land Cruiser to the channel

49:20 Honda Planning an Accord SUV?

52:19 Genesis GV60 Magma will Cost Over $10K MORE than the Ioniq 5N

55:13 Outro | Thanks for watching and listening

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Ferrari calls it the 12Cilindri Manuale, but the gated shifter and clutch pedal actually control an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission by wire. Is Ferrari’s newest “manual” a genuine evolution of the manual transmission, or an expensive simulation?

On Episode 126 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast, we discuss our thoughts on the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale works and compare it with the Koenigsegg CC850’s Engaged Shift System. Both recreate the experience of driving a manual, but they accomplish it in very different ways.

Then there is the Hennessey Venom F5-M. It sends 2,031 bhp through a true six-speed gated manual transmission, challenging the idea that modern performance and a mechanical manual cannot coexist.

We discuss:

- How Ferrari created its manual-by-wire system

- What the shifter and clutch pedal are actually connected to

- Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale versus Koenigsegg CC850 ESS

- Whether either car should be considered a real manual

- The 2,031-bhp Hennessey Venom F5-M

- Why simulated driving experiences are becoming more accepted

- The GoodWood Festival of Speed

- RUF’s 1,000-hp flat-eight development car

- Lamborghini’s position on bringing back manuals

- The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N price cut

- My review of the Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance

- GR Corolla Updates

- The Dangers of the FLOCK Surveillance System

Can a simulated manual deliver an authentic experience, or does the physical connection define what makes a manual transmission special?

Sit back and enjoy. This is the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast.

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00:00 Intro | Where have YOU been!?01:56 Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale | Is this a FAKE or REAL Manual Ferrari?17:26 RUF's 1000HP Flat V818:30 Lamborghini HINTS at a Possible Manual Supercar20:13 Goodwood Festival of Speed | Personal Highlights23:50 Hyundai CHOPS over $6000 off the Ioniq 5N Price26:26 Channel Updates | Lexus RX500h F Sport Review 32:25 GR Corolla Updates | Car Reviews | New Content Ideas41:51 FLOCK Camera System | How dangerous is this for a car reviewer?52:49 Outro

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Welcome back to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast!

On Episode 125, we're discussing one of the most anticipated performance cars in recent memory: the all-new BMW M3 EV.

BMW has finally pulled back the curtain on its next-generation electric M3 concept, showcasing the company's new Heart of Joy performance architecture and offering a glimpse into what the future of the M brand could look like. Can an electric M3 deliver the same excitement enthusiasts have come to expect from decades of M cars? We dive into the design, technology, performance potential, and what this means for the future of performance vehicles.

At the same time, Maserati is moving in the opposite direction.

Following updates to the GranTurismo and GranCabrio Trofeo, Maserati executives have openly discussed the possibility of bringing V8 power back to future flagship models. We discuss why luxury buyers may still demand larger engines and whether Maserati is making the right move.

Also in this episode:

• BMW M3 EV first impressions

• BMW's Heart of Joy performance system explained

• Maserati's potential V8 return

• Updated GranTurismo and GranCabrio Trofeo models

• 2027 Ram TRX pricing and 777-horsepower HEMI V8

• Infiniti QX65 review impressions

• GR Corolla updates

• Toyota Land Cruiser ownership experiences

• Upcoming reviews and content on the CarQuicks channel

If you enjoy automotive news, performance cars, luxury vehicles, EVs, industry analysis, and enthusiast discussions, subscribe to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast and join the conversation.

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00:00 Introduction

02:05 Maserati Updates their 2027 GranCabrio, GranCoupe, and Grecale

09:00 2027 RAM TRX Costs OVER $100,000

13:20 BMW M3 Goes Electric, and it's the BEST looking one

22:11 Toyota GRMN Corolla is Revealed!

27:42 Pass the Fob with CarQuicks: My 2027 Infiniti QX65 Review

34:05 Upcoming GR Yaris Review!?

35:32 GR Corolla Updates!

36:35 Outro

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Episode 123 of the Carquicks Automotive Podcast is a bit backwards because the audio was messed up and then fixed after releasing the 124th episode.

So, we are back! In Episode 123, I am discussing my time at the MAMA Spring Rally 2026, the cars I reviewed and drove, and my overall experience as a first-time attendee.

I discuss RAM releasing their new Muscle Trucks with the Rumble Bee announcement. Mercedes-AMG reveals their newest EV sports car, GR Corolla updates, and more!

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00:00 Introduction

01:02 Mercedes-AMG One Repair Bill!?

05:42 RAM Announces MUSCLE TRUCKS!

11:14 The Charger Hellcat is coming BACK

14:13 Dodge brings back the GLH: Goes Like Hell

16:03 MAMA Spring Rally 2026 | Road America Event

20:36 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door EV30:06 New MANUAL-ONLY BMW M3

31:12 2026 VW ID Buzz gets a Bed | Kimera K39 Hypercar

34:06 GR Corolla UPDATES | Outro

Ferrari Luce.

On Episode 124 (don't worry, we are uploading Episode 123; we had to jump out of order for good reason lol) of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast, we take a deep dive into the all-new Ferrari Luce, Ferrari's first fully electric vehicle.

We cover the Ferrari Luce's specifications, performance figures, pricing, technology, design, and what this car means for Ferrari's future. More importantly, we discuss whether the Ferrari Luce still delivers the emotion, performance, and character enthusiasts expect from the Prancing Horse.

Is the Ferrari Luce the future of Ferrari? Can an electric Ferrari still feel like a Ferrari? How has the automotive industry reacted to Ferrari's first EV?

There is a lot to unpack with the Ferrari Luce, from its performance capabilities and engineering to the broader impact it may have on the supercar market and the future of electric performance vehicles.

Sit back and enjoy! This is the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast.

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Welcome back to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast, your weekly automotive podcast covering car news, industry trends, new vehicle reveals, performance cars, EVs, automotive culture, and honest enthusiast opinions from across the industry.

In Episode 122, we break down Audi’s upcoming Q9 interior reveal and discuss whether legacy luxury automakers are redesigning their vehicles to compete with rapidly growing Chinese EV brands showcased at the Beijing Auto Show.

We also dive into the future of the Fast & Furious franchise as Vin Diesel and Peacock prepare multiple new shows tied to the series, and what this means for automotive entertainment culture moving forward.

Lexus officially announced the upcoming Lexus TZ, a new three-row electric luxury SUV expected to share roots with the Toyota Highlander EV. We discuss the Direct4 AWD system, rear-wheel steering, expected range, luxury features, and whether this upscale EV SUV actually makes sense in today’s market.

Plus:

• Lexus RX500h F SPORT impressions

• 2026 Mazda CX-50 Meridian Edition thoughts

• GR Corolla updates, and community meet discussion

• Toyota Land Cruiser ownership costs

• Rumors of a Toyota RAV4-based pickup truck

• The future of Toyota and Lexus electrification

If you enjoy automotive podcasts focused on real enthusiast discussion, car reviews, automotive news, performance cars, EVs, and the future of the car industry, make sure to subscribe to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere podcasts are available.

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00:00 Introduction01:12 Audi Q9 |Interior Reveal | Chasing Chinese Interior?07:45 Lexus TZ | 3-Row Luxury EV SUV | Comparing the RX500h F-Sport20:05 What am I driving this Week? | 2026 Mazda CX-50 Meridian Edition21:28 Recognizing how far I've come | Reviewing Cars23:46 Toyota HINTS at a RAV4-based Pickup Truck26:45 Fast & Furious TV Shows | Old Automotive TV Shows I loved28:50 I'm attending the MAMA Spring Rally at Road America30:53 GR Corolla & Land Cruiser UPDATES32:03 Outro

The future of the Nissan GTR is facing delays, and politics may be part of the reason why.We break down the NEW Mercedes-Benz C-Class, new BMW 7-Series updates, a Porsche fit for Iron Man, Hyundai's track-focused Elantra N, new car reviews, channel updates, and more!This is the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast!-#NissanGTR #mercedescclass #BMW7series #automotivepodcast #guntherwerks #IronMan #grcorolla #Mazda #automtoiveindustry #automotivenews

Honda says it has “no chance” against China’s EV dominance, but is that really true? In this episode, we break down the future of EVs, Infiniti confirming a manual sedan, and early thoughts on the 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade.

From the Mecum Auctions experience to bold claims from Honda, this episode of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast covers the biggest shifts happening in the car industry right now. We dive into Chinese EV innovation, what legacy automakers are up against, and whether enthusiast cars like manual sedans still have a future.

-00:00 Introduction04:05 My Invitation to the Mecum Auctions18:32 Honda vs. China | What's really going on?30:35 New Car Review Week | 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade33:56 A New Infiniti Sports Sedan? And Skyline?36:54 Hyundai Boulder Concept39:42 2028 Nissan Xterra Teased40:43 A NEW Camaro is coming?43:37 Jeep Trailhawk is Announced44:33 Personal media updates | MAMA Spring Rally51:03 GR Corolla | Land Cruiser Updates | Outro-

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Episode 120 Topics

-Mecum Auctions Experience

First-hand look at the Mecum auction scene

Standout cars, energy, and what makes these events special

-Honda vs China EVs

Honda CEO reaction to China’s EV supply chain

Why Chinese EVs are advancing so quickly

The innovation vs reality conversation

The darker side of production, labor concerns, and cost advantages

What happens if Chinese automakers dominate globally?

Will prices stay low or rise over time?

What Honda should be doing next

Breakdown of Nikkei Asia report: Honda shifts power back to engineers

-2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade Review (Early Thoughts)

First driving impressions

Styling and Nightshade trim appeal

Where the Camry stands in today’s sedan market

Is the Camry still the benchmark daily driver?

-Infiniti Manual Sedan Confirmed

Infiniti announces a high-horsepower sedan

Manual transmission confirmed by leadership

Is this a real enthusiast comeback or too late?

-Hyundai Boulder Concept

Hyundai is targeting the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler

Body-on-frame off-road SUV direction

37-inch tires, solid rear axle, independent front suspension

Interior tech and concept design direction

Thoughts on Hyundai entering the off-road space

-Future Car Teasers and Industry News

Nissan Xterra return (2029 expected, body-on-frame SUV)

Chevrolet Camaro comeback rumors with turbo and V8 options

Jeep Trailhawk returning with off-road focus

-CarQuicks Updates

GR Corolla ownership updates

Land Cruiser content plans

Big news: approved road trip content to Road America

If you enjoy real, honest takes on the car industry, make sure to subscribe to CarQuicks for weekly automotive news, reviews, and podcast episodes.

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Episode 119 of the CarQuicks Podcast is packed!

We have news from Chevrolet on the NEW Grand Sport. BMW announces the all-new 3-Series. Lamborghini hints at a 2+2 coupe. Toyota teases teh TRD Hammer. Stellantis goes back to the recipe with a new Durango and much more!

Sit back and enjoy! This is CarQuicks!

-00:00 Introduction01:55 Chevrolet reveals the Corvette C8 Grand Sport & Grand Sport X10:42 Infinit's 2026 QX6519:32 Lamborghini wants to build a 2+2 Grand Tourer23:33 Kansas passes Bill PROTECTING Racetracks25:19 BMW REDESIGNED 3-Series | 2027 BMW i330:47 Sony CANCELS their Electric Car32:01 Toyota teases the TRD HAMMER35:41 Dodge Durango RT is BACK with a 485HP HEMI39:28 Nissan NISMO Z goes MANUAL42:34 My week with the 2026 Mazda3 Premium Plus45:32 GR Corolla UPDATES!47:29 Channel updates, future events, etc.48:24 Outro

In Episode 118, we start with news on the new Rivian R2 SUV, its features, price, and where it lands in the EV landscape.

We drive into news from Honda and the billions they are set to lose, the incoming Mercedes-Benz minivan, Ferrari announcements, pricing on the new Dark Horse SC, and more!

Rounding off this episode with GR Corolla updates and now Land Cruiser updates!

Enjoy!

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-00:00 Introduction00:58 Rivian Release the R2 | FULL Price and Specs!13:22 Honda CANCELS All EVs | Losing up to $15 BILLION25:29 Mercedes goes Minivan | 2026 Mercedes-Benz VLE31:52 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC Price REVEALED37:53 Ferrari announces the NEW Amalfi Spider39:55 What am I driving this week? | 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE AWD47:42 GR Corolla UPDATES!48:37 NEW SEGMENT! Land Cruiser UPDATES!50:16 Channel updates | Upcoming media events53:43 Outro