Redline Republic | Automotive and Car Culture Talk

In Episode 19 of the Redline Republic Podcast, Dan and Badger tackle one of the biggest debates in the car scene: would you rather own a spotless show car or a rougher car with real character?

We discuss why some enthusiasts spend years chasing perfect paint, spotless engine bays and show trophies, while others would rather drive, modify and enjoy their cars without worrying about every stone chip and scratch. From EK9 Civics and Kanjo-style builds to track cars, drift cars and daily drivers, we break down what makes a car truly special.

We also talk about the unbelievable moment Drift Games mentioned the podcast, the ongoing Corolla saga, NCT struggles, upcoming events, listener questions and some of the automotive stories that could only happen in Ireland.

Whether you're into JDM cars, drifting, track days, car shows, Honda Civics, Toyota Corollas, Irish car culture or just enjoy two lads talking absolute shite about cars, there's something in this episode for you.

Topics covered:

• Show cars vs track cars

• JDM car culture

• Honda Civic EK9 discussion

• Kanjo-style builds

• Drift Games mention Redline Republic

• Irish drifting scene

• Toyota Corolla updates

• NCT struggles

• Car show season

• Listener questions

• Irish automotive stories

If you enjoy the podcast, make sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend.

#redlinerepublicpodcast #jdm #hondacivic #ek9 #drifting #irishcars #carpodcast #toyotacorolla #trackcar #showcar #irishdrifting #automotivepodcast

Flow by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/

Royalty Free Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com

Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Episode 18 is here.

This week started with a debate on whether underglow should make a comeback and somehow turned into E11 Corollas, Bora prices, raffle cars, insurance stories and complete chaos.

In this episode we got into:

• Should every modified car have underglow?

• E11 Corolla vs Bora

• Why Bora prices have gone completely mental

• Raffle wins and car scene stories

• Why people insist on doing 60 in an 80

• Somehow ending up talking about catching chickens

As usual, it started as a car podcast and ended up going completely off the rails.

Listen now and let us know what side you're on — underglow or no underglow?

Available now on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcasts.

#redlinerepublicpodcast #irishcarscene #carpodcast #modifiedcars #e11corolla #bora #irishpodcast

Episode 17 of the Redline Republic Podcast is here. This week we go down an absolute rabbit hole talking about the worst car mods we’ve ever seen, fake bonnet vents, massive wings, green brake calipers, OEM wheels, raffle cars, and some of the things that should genuinely be banned from the car scene.

We also debate who makes the best OEM wheels, discuss strange convertible choices, and somehow end up talking about tractor raffles… because the podcast never stays on track for long.

If you're into the Irish car scene, drifting, modified cars, JDM, German cars, funny stories and two lads talking complete shite in a shed, you’re in the right place.

Redline Republic Podcast – Episode 17

#RedlineRepublicPodcast #IrishCarScene #ModifiedCars #CarPodcast #JDM #Drifting #OEMWheels #CarCulture #Toyota #BMW #Volkswagen

Episode 16 of the Redline Republic Podcast is here and this week we’re joined by Irish drift driver Declan Byrne

From K11 Micras and S14s to competing in the Irish Drift Series Pro Class, Declan talks us through his journey into drifting, what it’s really like behind The scenes at IDC/IDS events, sim drifting, Japfest, Drift Masters, building drift cars on a budget and the reality of trying to compete in Irish motorsport.

We also get into:

* Irish drifting vs rallying

* First year in Pro drifting

* Drifting at Mondello Park

* Nissan Silvia S14 ownership

* Cheap drift cars

* K11 Micras

* Japfest Ireland

* Drift Games bashes

* How to get into drifting in Ireland

* The cost of drifting

* Irish car culture and the Irish car scene

If you’re into drifting, Japanese cars, Irish motorsport, BMW drift cars, Nissan Silvias, Formula Drift, Drift Masters or just hearing funny car stories from lads in the Irish car scene, this is one you’ll enjoy.

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube

📲 Follow Declan Byrne:

Instagram: @s14deco

YouTube/TikTok: @DeclanByrne106

Facebook: Declan Byrne

Follow Redline Republic Podcast everywhere:

Instagram: @redlinerepublicpodcast

TikTok: @redline.republic.podcast

Flow by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/

Royalty Free Music by https://www.free-stock-music.com

Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

#redlinerepublicpodcast #irishdrifting #driftcars #japfest #irishcarscene #s14 #silvia #nissansilvia #drifting #driftmasters #irishmotorsport #irishpodcast

Welcome back to the 15th episode of the Redline Republic Podcast.

This one nearly didn’t happen… and neither did the Corolla.

In this episode we get into one of the most frustrating weeks we’ve had with a car. From fighting seized parts, chasing tyres and batteries all over the country, nearly giving up the night before, and questioning why we even bother… to somehow ending up at Japfest anyway.

Dan was genuinely on the edge of selling the Corolla after this week. If you’ve ever had a car test your patience, drain your time, and still somehow make you love it again 5 minutes later — you’ll understand this one.

We also talk about Japfest, the level of builds in Ireland right now, the difference between show cars and track cars, and why some cars just feel impossible to let go of no matter how much they fight you.

If you’re into cars, builds, drifting, or just the reality of owning something that constantly tries to break you… this episode will hit home.

New episodes every week.

Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube, and keep an eye on our TikTok and Instagram for clips from each episode.

#redlinerepublicpodcast #carpodcast #irishcars #japfest #drifting #projectcar #carculture

https://holdonwegotyou.com/

The first guest is finally here… and we had absolutely no plan.

Walshunit joins us for a completely unfiltered episode that goes from mic checks and setup chaos to pure nonsense within minutes. What starts as a simple recording turns into one of the messiest (and funniest) episodes we’ve done so far.

There’s no structure, no script — just three lads in a shed talking shite, telling stories, and going off on tangents that probably shouldn’t have made it into the episode… but did anyway.

If you’ve been listening from the start, this is a big one. And if you’re new, this is probably the most accurate introduction to what this podcast actually is.

New episodes every week.

#redlinerepublicpodcast #irishpodcast #carpodcast #automotivepodcast #podcastclips #irishcarscene #cartalk #carculture #podcast

https://open.spotify.com/show/5rR87r9AAMbawVaw9fnkj5

https://www.youtube.com/@walshunit

In this episode of the Redline Republic Podcast (Episode 13), we ask the question a lot of people in the Irish car scene have been thinking — has TikTok ruined car culture?We dive into how the car scene has changed over the last few years, from JDM builds and unique project cars to modern trends where everything is starting to look the same. We talk about modified cars in Ireland, Volkswagen builds, JDM cars like Silvia and Chasers, and why “stage 2” and “stage 3” builds don’t really mean anything anymore.There’s also a discussion around the best first cars under €5K, cheap fast and reliable cars, and whether cars like the Toyota Corolla (E12), VW Golf, and Jetta are still the best options for new drivers. We also get into window tinting, running a small business, dealing with customers, and the reality of trying to make money in the car scene.As always, this episode is heavily based on your comments, so expect a mix of car talk, Irish humour, random tangents, and real opinions on everything from TikTok trends to the future of the modified car scene.If you’re into cars, the Irish car community, JDM builds, German cars, or just enjoy a proper unfiltered car podcast, this is the episode for you.

This week’s episode kicks off exactly how you’d expect from two lads recording in a shed in Ireland — one of us drove over in sunshine, the other walked into a full-blown storm, and the rain hammering off the roof nearly becomes the third co-host. From there it only gets more chaotic as we try (and fail) to briefly touch on what’s going on around the country right now before quickly realising we’re better off sticking to what we know… cars, bad decisions, and even worse timing.Dan’s Corolla is back on the agenda with the NCT looming next week and absolutely nothing going to plan. What starts as a simple fix turns into a full-on saga involving mismatched driveshafts, Jap import headaches, and the very real possibility of the car not making it to the test at all. If you’ve ever left your car until the last minute before an NCT, you’ll feel this one.We get into first car debates, questionable buying advice, and whether you’d take an E90 over an E12 Corolla, which somehow turns into a full argument. There’s also a deep dive into random and underrated cars, from Toyota Sera’s that look like spaceships to dream builds for a Donegal spin, and the usual mix of strong opinions that probably won’t sit well with everyone.As always, the listeners come through with some of the best parts of the episode — from absolute horror stories in first cars to us trying to figure out what the hell “backslang” is after making a very questionable phone call mid-recording. It goes about as well as you’d expect.We also cover everything from L plates and N plates to the most ridiculous places people put tax disc holders, and somehow end up trying to get sponsored by Red Bull along the way.It’s another chaotic one, full of tangents, laughs, and the kind of conversations you’d expect from two lads talking shite in a shed — with a bit of rain for good measure.

Most of us think we’re decent drivers… until something nearly goes very, very wrong.

This week we’re getting into the stupidest near-misses, close calls, and moments that should’ve ended way worse than they did — from quad bike chaos to cars nearly ending up in ditches (and sometimes actually doing it).

We’re talking:

• near crashes that still don’t make sense
• accidental street races
• dodgy decisions behind the wheel
• and how some of us genuinely shouldn’t have a licence

We also get into underrated cars like the Legnum, the K11 Micra, MX-5s, and the reality of buying cheap cars that somehow stay alive out of pure spite.

It’s chaos, it’s questionable decision-making, and it’s painfully relatable if you’ve ever tried to look cool behind the wheel and nearly binned it instead.

Hit play — you’ll either feel better about your own driving… or worse.

We only meant to talk about cars… but it got heated fast.

In this episode, Jake and Dan dive into the chaos behind Episode 10 — from missed uploads and technical disasters to broken hands and last-minute scrambles just to get the podcast out.

What starts as a catch-up quickly turns into debates on fuel prices, government decisions, and how the car scene has completely changed since COVID.

In this episode:

• Technical failures, missed uploads & real-life setbacks
• How car meets have changed in Ireland
• Fuel prices, tax frustration & heated opinions
• The reality of trying to stay consistent every week