Drive Thru News #47 - The $50,000 Millennial Gray Challenge

In the 47th episode of The Drive Thru, the Gran Touring Motorsports team offers a monthly recap of automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news. Sponsored by various car-related organizations, the episode includes discussions on various topics, including a deep dive into a hypothetical $50,000 car budget, updates on the Tesla Cybertruck's multiple issues, and the potential impact of Volkswagen's factory closure in Europe. The episode also highlights the latest about the Porsche 935 becoming street legal, the return of the 6 Series by BMW, and a preview of upcoming motorsport events. Alongside these updates, hosts provide humorous commentary on bizarre news like a Florida man trying to pull a boat with a human tow hitch and a showcase of a custom-built Beetle with a radial aircraft engine. The episode is rich in varied automotive news, laden with jokes and insights that cater to car enthusiasts. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Kicking Off Episode 47 00:01:30 Cybertruck Woes 00:09:01 The $50,000 Car Challenge 00:26:21 Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi News 00:35:59 McLaren's SUV Ambitions 00:36:13 Debating the McLaren SUV 00:37:41 Vigilante 4x4s and the Grand Wagoneer 00:41:59 Ford's New Offerings and the Capri Controversy 00:47:52 Mazda's Inline Six and the SUV Debate 00:56:02 Tesla Troubles and Cybertruck Criticisms 01:07:13 Lotus Evija's Goodwood Mishap 01:09:07 Biodiesel and Poop Burning RVs 01:10:56 Radial Aircraft Engine on a Beetle 01:11:51 Uncool Wall Nominee: Myers Motors NMG 01:13:12 Bentley Continental GT Speed 01:22:34 Florida Man Games 01:24:25 Motorsports News and Events 01:37:36 Podcast Announcements and Wrap-Up ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/