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Full Throttle Talk

Full Throttle Talk

By: Tim Harris
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Full Throttle Talk is an automotive podcast for car enthusiasts, Porsche fans, supercar owners, collector-car buyers, and performance driving addicts who want real car conversation — not surface-level reviews. This car podcast dives deep into the automotive topics enthusiasts actually care about. This automotive podcast covers: Porsche models, GT cars, air-cooled history, and modern performance Supercars, exotic cars, and high-performance vehicles Collector car values, auctions, and market analysis Classic cars, modern sports cars, and ownership insights Automotive news, engineering, design, and industry trends Driving stories, road rallies, car events, and enthusiast culture Whether you’re into Porsche 911s, Ferraris, modern performance cars, or investment-grade collector vehicles, Full Throttle Talk delivers long-form automotive discussion from people who actually live in the car world. If you love cars — and you want deeper insight into driving, ownership, and market trends — this is the automotive podcast you’ve been looking for.cc86b410-0789-11f1-89d8-e56e8ab7ab4b
Episodes
  • Inside Porsche Special Wishes, Singer Turbos & The Return of Analog Driving
    May 21 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, Blair Smith and Shinoo Mapleton go deep into Porsche’s most exclusive world: VIP customers, Special Wishes, Sonderwunsch builds, Paint to Sample, and one-off factory projects. The episode also covers the Singer Turbo Study, why some high-end restomods barely get driven, the risks of shipping valuable cars, Lotus’ return to ICE and hybrid powertrains, and why the future of enthusiast cars may be less about horsepower — and more about feel. Guest Derek joins the show to share his story from wrenching on an MGB as a kid to helping shape some truly wild Porsche builds, including a Dakar, ST, 918 recommissioning project, and more. Subscribe to the Full Throttle Talk newsletter: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Formula 1’s V8 Return, Porsche 964 Debate & Why Lightweight Cars Still Win
    May 14 2026
    This week on Full Throttle Talk, Blair and Shinoo dive into one of the biggest enthusiast stories of the year: Formula 1 moving back toward V8 engines. The guys also debate the rising hype around Porsche 964 values, compare the driving experience of a Lotus Elise 111R vs a real 964 RS, discuss Nürburgring record runs from Volkswagen and Zinger, and break down why lightweight sports cars still deliver the most emotional driving experience. Other topics include: Future ICE engine development from Lotus, Renault & Geely Ferrari 308 GT4 vs Acura NSX vs Porsche 964 Everyday Driver Elise comparison shoot Corvette C8 track-day consumable costs When it’s finally time to sell a car you love Subscribe to the Full Throttle Talk newsletter for behind-the-scenes stories, driving impressions, and enthusiast content: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Why Cars Now Cost $50K (And What’s Coming Next)
    May 8 2026
    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 • How government regulations are reshaping the industry • Why new cars are now averaging $50,000+ • The growing influence of China on global car production • And what all of this means for enthusiasts 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. 👉 More content: fullthrottletalk.com
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    1 hr and 9 mins
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