Full Throttle Talk

The automotive world is changing faster than most people realize — and not all of it is good for drivers.

In this episode of Full Throttle Talk, we break down what’s really happening behind the scenes:

• Why naturally aspirated engines may be disappearing

We also get into real-world driving experiences, underrated cars, and why analog driving might be more valuable than ever.

If you care about where cars are heading — and what’s worth buying now — this episode is for you.

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Blair Smith and Shinoo Mapleton tackle one of the best enthusiast debates: is it more fun to drive a slow car fast or a fast car slow?

After Blair spends time in a 992.2 GT3 and Shinoo pushes a Miata through technical canyon roads, they compare modern speed, refinement, NVH, driver involvement, and why some cars feel thrilling while others feel too isolated.

They also cover manual transmission take rates, Ferrari’s expensive EV plans, Morgan’s new Super Sport 400, and a few “overrated” cars that might upset Porsche, BMW, and GT-R fans.

This week on Full Throttle Talk, we break down one of the biggest weeks in automotive news.

Porsche has officially unveiled the GT3SC, raising questions about what defines a true GT3. At the same time, Ford’s Mustang GTD is putting down blistering Nürburgring lap times, outperforming expectations and shaking up the performance hierarchy.

We also explore a deeper question: are we living in the peak era of performance cars—or watching the beginning of the end?

In this episode:

Plus, we answer a listener question about whether the shift away from manuals is driven by data—or a misunderstanding of today’s buyers.

If you care about driving, this episode is for you.

This episode of Full Throttle Talk dives into everything that makes car culture addictive—from cutting-edge innovation to the analog machines that shaped us.

We kick things off with a real-world EV-swapped DeLorean experience and why conversions like this might be the future of classic cars. Then, big news: a new partnership with Callaway Cars—one of the most iconic performance brands in Corvette history.

From there, we debate some of the hottest topics in the automotive world:

And in one of our favorite segments yet, we break down the cars and driving experiences that truly made us car enthusiasts—from Porsche 911s to Lotus, BMW classics, and beyond.

If you love cars, driving, and the stories behind both—this episode is for you.

What happens when you take a C8 Z06 on track, compare it to a Porsche GT4, and break down the best cars for track driving at every budget?

In this episode of Full Throttle Talk, Blair and Shinu go deep into real-world driving experiences—from Spring Mountain Raceway to canyon runs—plus the latest performance car news and Nürburgring lap time debates.

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💡 Whether you're a weekend canyon driver or thinking about your first track day, this episode breaks down what actually matters—and what doesn’t.

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What really happens when you take your car to the track for the first time?

In this episode of Full Throttle Talk, the team shares real-world experiences from a recent track day, including a Lotus Elise pushing its limits and a C8 Z06 going off track early in the session.

They break down what drivers often underestimate, why lightweight cars can outperform high-horsepower machines, and how real track driving differs from simulation.

The conversation also covers Porsche’s new “manual feel” technology, Corvette Grand Sport updates, and the growing appeal of analog driving experiences in an increasingly digital world.

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This week on Full Throttle Talk, the original agenda gets scrapped in favor of two stories everyone seems to be talking about: the Montana plate crackdown and whether Porsche GT pricing has become artificially inflated. The team breaks down what’s real, what’s hype, and why both stories matter to enthusiasts and buyers right now.

They also cover:

Lotus Elise 111R vs. Porsche 964 RS

Corvette Z06 market talk and Callaway

Tesla Cybercab and the future of autonomous transport

Ferrari 296 warranty and value

Alpine’s new chassis

AC Schnitzer shutting down

Toyota Celica rumors and the shrinking sports car market

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This week on Full Throttle Talk, Tim Harris, Blair Smith, and Shinoo Mapleton dive into one of the most fun debates we've had yet.

If you had just $20,000 to buy one car that must serve as your daily driver AND your fun car, what would you choose?

There are rules.

No EVs.

Good luck with that.

But before we get there, we tackle some major automotive news — including rumors that GM may be preparing an American hypercar capable of 1,300–1,400 horsepower. If the speculation proves true, Corvette could soon be competing directly with the Ferrari F80, McLaren W1, and Lamborghini Revuelto.

Yes… really.

We also look at a strange automotive mystery:

Why didn’t more people buy the Lexus LC500?

It’s beautiful, sounds incredible, and was often $100,000 cheaper than a Porsche 911, yet the market largely ignored it.

Plus:

• What we each did in cars this week

If you love cars, car culture, and the business of enthusiasm, this is the show for you.

Buckle up.

Don’t just listen — stay ahead of the conversation.

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This week on Full Throttle Talk, the crew dives into one of the most debated questions in the automotive world:

Are electric vehicles actually the future… or the biggest scam ever pushed on car enthusiasts?

We break down the economics, the narratives, and what the shift toward EVs really means for people who love driving.

But that’s only the beginning.

We also discuss why legendary Porsche collector Magnus Walker is selling part of his collection — and whether this signals a broader shift happening in the collector car market.

This Episode Covers:

What We Did In Cars This Week

Blair spent the weekend with a Kei van… and ended up buying one.

Automotive News

We discuss several developments shaking up the industry:

• The disappearance of the controversial start/stop button

And the bigger question behind it all:

What happens to driving culture if everything becomes electric?

It’s Time To Sell Your Car — Now What?

Eventually every enthusiast faces the same decision:

How do you sell a car the right way?

We break down the real pros and cons of:

• Consignment

Including the hidden costs, misaligned incentives, and why some cars should never go to consignment.

This or That — Lotus Edition

We debate some Lotus models that could become the next collector breakouts.

Tim compares:

• Lotus Elise 340R

Blair looks at:

• Lotus Esprit S4

Which of these could quietly become the next big collector cars?

Listener Question: The $300K Porsche Dilemma

A listener secured an allocation for a Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, but rising prices and tariffs are pushing the cost toward $300,000.

The dilemma:

Buy the GT3 Touring…

or buy a Carrera T, modify it, and keep six figures in the bank?

We break down the psychology of enthusiast purchases, regret math, and how to think about high-end car decisions.

If you love:

• Analog sports cars

This episode is for you.

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This week on Full Throttle Talk, the crew dives into one of the biggest debates in modern enthusiast cars:

Has Porsche lost its way?

But first — things get wild.

Tim straps into the Blue Shock Race X5 kart, a machine built on a Tony Kart chassis producing 44 horsepower with four-wheel disc brakes. It’s closer to a race car than a kart… and it’s completely unhinged.

Then the conversation shifts to the biggest developments shaking the enthusiast car world:

• Ferrari changes the rules again with the 296 Speciale and rumored 296 CS

And then we tackle the question enthusiasts everywhere are starting to ask:

Has Porsche lost its way?

With 20+ variants of the 911, escalating prices, and GT engines drifting further from their motorsport roots, we debate whether Porsche is still at the top of the enthusiast world… or slowly moving away from what made the brand legendary.

We close with one of our favorite segments:

This or That — Your Forever Sports Car

Rules:

Matchups include:

• 718 Spyder RS vs Ferrari 458 Spider

If you could only choose one sports car for the rest of your life, what would it be?

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