Auto Buyers Guide Podcast by Alex On Autos

Honey, I Inflated the Cost of New Cars | Episode 23

Today Alex and Tim go all-in on inflation, dealership models, markups, and all of that jazz. Why is it so much harder to buy a new car in 2022 than ever before?
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Music | Nowhere by Declan DPLicense: https://license.declandp.infoFree Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3TcJN9LPromoted by Audio Library: https://youtu.be/IdCpcAw_w0U

Bring Back the 90’s | Episode 22

This episode is EV-heavy. What's up with that Toyota bZ4X recall? What is the new Kia Niro like? Also, what 1990's-era cars would Alex and Tim bring back to life today?
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Crimson - Mehul Choudhary https://soundcloud.com/mehul-choudhary-353304313Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3e73wZIMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/DlNjIG5GKUo

Small Changes for Big Trucks | Episode 21

Alex and Tim talk about some new models coming our way in the next year as well as the refreshed domestic heavy duty trucks. All three have received updates for 2023/2024, with some updates going further than others.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Drive by mezhdunami. https://soundcloud.com/mezhdunamiCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3LqywQxMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/KQhGdXDdjuM

Auto Shows: For Media or Consumers? | Episode 20

Was the 2022 North American International Auto Show in Detroit the show it used to be? The 2024 Ford Mustang wasn't really even revealed at NAIAS, but it is considered a NAIAS debut. What does Alex think of that car, and much more.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
xii by Limujii https://soundcloud.com/limujiiCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3RVvJAKMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/TCAMgPWJVHA

Bye Bye Birdie | Episode 19

Alex has sold his Rivian R1T (that was fast) for a profit, and explains why it had to go. Also, what's with the Hyundai-Kia relationship, and are super cars worth gushing over at this point? What is their value to the rest of us?
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Bookmarked (Instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3QNUXQQMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/khYWHsIyrQg

Crossover Coupes and GRrreat Toyotas | Episode 18

Are crossover coupes like the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe the new four-door sedan? Has Akio Toyoda successfully turned Toyota into a performance-inclined car company? Are convertibles ever going to be popular again, aside from the Jeep Wrangler? Let's discuss.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Outside by Cykarl https://soundcloud.com/cykarlCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3pX2q56Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/fI9t0O88Da8

The New Lexus Something | Episode 17

In this episode, Alex tells Tim all about the recently-driven 2023 Lexus RX and how it continues to be the brand's bread and butter, but more like pumpernickel than sourdough this time. Then they pivot to the new California legislation on ICE vehicles and Stellantis.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Roots - Mehul Choudhary https://soundcloud.com/mehul-choudhary-353304313Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3Axwf0MMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/Rci5ZdmHPhM

THE Most Embarrassing Cars To Drive | Episode 16

In this episode Tim and Alex talk about Dodge's new small crossover, their first new model in more than a decade. But is it new? Haven't we seen this before? Perhaps in an Alfa suit? Also in this episode we discuss BMW's novel motor tech, the most embarrassing cars from the 1990s and 1980s, and the odd success of the ancient Dodge sedans, Toyota SUVs and more!
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Something on My Mind by Broke in Summer https://soundcloud.com/brokeinsummerCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3QtAmkXMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/k9vAwwT5-ZQ

The Cat’s Out of the Bag | Episode 15

Nearly half of this episode is spent talking about Jaguar – its history and relationship with Ford and Land Rover, and its future. The rest is a discussion on cars Tim and Alex would like to preserve from the 2000's.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Morning by KV https://youtube.com/c/KVmusicprodCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3AhUYrBMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/quMcM3hSXOM

Let’s Get Something Straight About EVs | Episode 14

Alex and Tim go all in on EVs today, discussing Alex's new Ford F-150 Lightning, the new federal legislation that might get manufacturers back some EV credits, and the true state of EV marketshare now and in the next ten or so years.
Podcast theme by Brian Roskelly.
This episode's music provided by: 
Fuengirola by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianzCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/3B9bx9BMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/0VzE-5JInHo