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Season 1

  • S01E01 Why Are Sports Cars Red?

    • January 15, 2018
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    Have you ever wondered why sports cars look best in red?

  • S01E02 Why doesn't Ford make a Corvette competitor?

    • January 22, 2018
    • YouTube

    Have you ever wondered why Ford doesn’t make a competitor to the Chevy Corvette? The Chevy Camaro has always been a strong competitor to the Ford Mustang, but Ford doesn’t have a competitor to the Chevy Corvette, at least not in 2018. James Pumphrey’s son Nolan Sykes explores the histories of the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford Thunderbird. The Chevrolet Corvette is still around, but Ford’s answer, The Thunderbird?

  • S01E03 What Happened to Pontiac?

    • January 29, 2018
    • YouTube

    Pontiac, it's one of America's most legendary automakers. Responsible for the GTO, Fire Bird, Fiero, Solstice, G8 and of course, the Aztek. But they're not around anymore, and that really sucks. So what ever happened to Pontiac? Join Nolan Sykes and find out.

  • S01E04 Where Did Cupholders Come From?

    • February 5, 2018
    • YouTube

    The Cupholder: One of the unsung heroes of automotive design. You probably use you cupholder every day, but where did they come from? Join Nolan Sykes on his quest to chart the history of the humble cupholder.

  • S01E05 Are Higher Speed Limits Safer?

    • February 12, 2018
    • YouTube

    Speed limits spark debate all over the United States. Do lower speed limits make for safer drivers? Does faster drivers mean more accidents? Or do lower limits save lives? We go back to the first speeding ticket ever written and trace the evolution of speed limits to how they’re instituted today.

  • S01E06 Who Invented Racing Stripes?

    • February 19, 2018
    • YouTube

    Racing stripes are THE quintessential mark for performance. On everything from the Ford GT, to the Ferrari 488 GTO, to your neighbor’s beater, racing stripes mean fast. But who invented them? Was it Carroll Shelby, the man behind such striped cars as the Cobra, GT350 and Daytona Coupe? Or someone else? Join Nolan Sykes as he finds out.

  • S01E07 Why Do We Drive On The Right?

    • February 26, 2018
    • YouTube

    Some countries drive on the right hand side, others drive on the left. But have you ever wondered why? It isn’t arbitrary- there are concrete reasons and a documented history for why we drive the way we do. Join Nolan Sykes as he explores the history and traditions of driving on the left and the right. It turns out, it has very little to do with cars. BONUS FACT: Archaeologists found a Roman quarry in Swindon, England dating back to 100 A.D. Ruts in the road leading away from the quarry were deeper than the ones leading to it, because of the heavier loads in the carts. These deeper ruts were on the left!

  • S01E08 Ford Didn't Invent The Car

    • March 5, 2018
    • YouTube

    The story of the automobile is not one of instant gratification and overnight success, turns out a lot of failure laid the groundwork for the modern automobile. Join Nolan Sykes as he examines the strange machines that predated the car, and why they didn’t work out. From Ferdinand Verbiest’s steam cart, to the totally metal-sounding Puffing Devil of Richard Trevithick. These are the “not-cars” before cars.

  • S01E09 Chevy LS: Best Engine Swap Ever?

    • March 12, 2018
    • YouTube

    How many LS swaps have you seen online? Probably too many to count. It seems like everyone is doing an LS swap on their project car these days. But why is the LS such a popular choice? Join Nolan Sykes as he breaks down why the LS V8 is the top choice for hot-rodders, drifters, and mad scientists all over the world. It’s an inside look at what makes the LS such a good engine, and some of the craziest LS swaps around.

  • S01E10 Is Fernando Alonso the Best Driver in F1 Right Now?

    • March 19, 2018
    • YouTube

    With the new Formula 1 season starting soon, it’s time again to start speculating who the stand out drivers and team will be. Championship predictions will no doubt include the top drivers of last year, but one driver who might be left out of the conversation is former champ Fernando Alonso. But should he? Nolan Sykes thinks otherwise as he reviews Alonso’s career and why he might still be the best on the grid.

  • S01E11 What Drug Smugglers and Racers Have in Common

    • March 26, 2018
    • YouTube

    Drug smugglers and race car drivers have a lot more in common than you might think. But what happens when smugglers get behind the wheel, and racers start smuggling? Join Nolan Sykes as he explores the connections between crime and the racetrack, and what happened to a few racers who used their ill-gotten gains to get ahead.

  • S01E12 When Dodge Bought Ford

    • April 2, 2018
    • YouTube

    Before Henry Ford changed the world with the Model T, he was broke. Unable to get investors for his new Ford Motor Company, Ford turned to the only men who would help: The Dodge Brothers.What happened when titans collided would change Detroit forever.

  • S01E13 How Cars Got So Expensive

    • April 9, 2018
    • YouTube

    New or used, it seems like buying a new car gets harder every year. It’s not just you, it really is. Join Nolan Sykes as he explores why cars are so expensive, from features and safety, to fuel efficiency, and most importantly, the slow rise of the American median income.

  • S01E14 Can Cars Be Art?

    • April 16, 2018
    • YouTube

    Many people refer to cars with words like "Beautiful", "Stunning" and "Masterpiece". Descriptors are nice, but can cars themselves be thought of as art? Nolan Sykes explores art movements like expressionism and the Bauhaus to figure it all out.

  • S01E15 How Cars Got Safe

    • April 30, 2018
    • YouTube

    Cars are safer than ever, with CAD assisted designs leading the way for crash survivability. But it wasn’t always like that. Cars used to be rolling death traps with no regard for safety. Join Nolan Sykes and explore the evolution of auto safety.

  • S01E16 The Politics of Potholes

    • May 7, 2018
    • YouTube

    Potholes are a scourge on America’s roads. We know how they happen and how to repair them, so why don’t we? Join Nolan Sykes as he explores the economics and politics behind America’s pothole problem.

  • S01E17 You Won't Own a Car in the Future

    • May 14, 2018
    • YouTube

    Buying a new car has become so expensive that more and more people are looking for alternatives: Ride-Sharing, Public Transportation, and even Walking. How will car ownership change in the near-future? Join Nolan as he explores the different ways people are getting around, and the ways cars companies plan to stay in business.

  • S01E18 The Truth About Importing a Skyline GTR

    • May 21, 2018
    • YouTube

    This is the definitive guide on how to buy an R32 Skyline GTR in the US without getting screwed. Nolan Sykes visits Toprank Vehicle Importers and learns how to buy a California-Legal R32, and explains why we had to wait 25 years to get our hands on it.

  • S01E19 The Truth About Saturn: A Different Kind of Car Company

    • May 28, 2018
    • YouTube

    Saturn was GM’s chance to change the game, but only lasted 20 years. Why did it fail? GM needed small cars in their lineup, but was hesitant to build them under their already existing brands. So they started Saturn, and gave them free reign to design an entirely new car. But somewhere along the way, they failed.

  • S01E20 Who Really Made Your Car: The Truth About Badge Engineering

    • June 4, 2018
    • YouTube

    Badge Engineering is when one company makes an agreement with another, and gets to market a car they did not design as their own. Automakers do this all the time for different reasons. Today, we’re going to learn why. Join Nolan as he checks out some of the okay-est and worst “badge jobs” in history, because there aren’t many good ones.

  • S01E21 How The American Police Car Has Changed

    • June 11, 2018
    • YouTube

    Cop cars are an important symbol of law and authority around the world, especially in the US. But they weren’t always around. So what was the first cop car? And how did the black and white paint job come to be? And how has American society shaped the police cruiser as we know it? Join Nolan as he explores cop cars from the very beginning to today.

  • S01E22 Unsafe at any Speed The Truth about RECALLS

    • June 18, 2018
    • YouTube

    Just because a car is brand new doesn’t mean it is safe. Sometimes manufacturers overlook (or ignore) critical safety errors in their designs, and let the final product loose on the public- with disastrous consequences. Here are some of the most dangerous cars ever made, and how they were taken off the road.

  • S01E23 Are New Cars Too Hard to Repair?

    • June 25, 2018
    • YouTube

    Cars are getting more complicated every day, and with that complexity comes more difficulty when it comes to repairs. How much longer will you be able to work on your car? Join Nolan as he explores the history of auto mechanics and DIY car repair.

  • S01E24 The Truth About Fisker

    • July 2, 2018
    • YouTube

    The Fisker Karma was the darling of the car world, set to take over the world with it’s environment saving tech and ravishing looks. But it wasn’t gonna last. Bankruptcy, mismanagement, and scandal doomed the Karma before it could get off the ground. So what happened? This is the truth about Fisker.

  • S01E25 Why People Love Porsche

    • July 9, 2018
    • YouTube

    Air Cooled Porsches have exploded in popularity recently, with everyone clamoring to get their hands on one. But why? What makes people go crazy over these old German sports cars. Nolan heads down to Benton Performance in Anaheim, CA to find out.

  • S01E26 These Car Ads Changed Advertising!

    • July 16, 2018
    • YouTube

    The stories of the automobile and advertising are forever linked together, neither would have grown in the same way without the other! Join Nolan as he explores the history of automotive advertising and the iconic ads that changed it all.

  • S01E27 The Bizarre History of Flying Cars

    • July 23, 2018
    • YouTube

    The idea of the flying car has been around for decades. Nobody likes sitting in traffic, in fact, most of us wish we could fly right over it. Lucky for us, inventors have been working on a solution for years. But will the flying car ever take off? Join Nolan and explore the insane history of flying cars.

  • S01E28 The Fastest Cars in History

    • July 30, 2018
    • YouTube

    Humankind’s search for speed has persisted for centuries. Before there were even racetracks, speed demons were breaking records on public roads in their hand-built machines. Where is the limit? Land-speed racers have been breaking barriers for decades, but how fast will production cars get?

  • S01E29 Americans Thought Smog Was an Enemy Attack

    • August 6, 2018
    • YouTube

    Smog didn’t always exist. At first, no one understood where smog came from. The sudden arrival of harmful pollution caused widespread pandamonium and many to draw their own conclusions about the origins of smog. In this week’s episode of Wheelhouse, Nolan will take you on trip back in time to relive one of the Nation’s biggest solved mysteries about an emerging global epidemic.

  • S01E30 The History of Concept Cars

    • August 13, 2018
    • YouTube

    Concept cars have been around since the late 1800’s to display the latest innovations in technology and automotive design. Although most concept cars never make it to the road, many concepts have predicted automotive trends decades before becoming commonplace. In this week's episode of Wheelhouse, our host Nolan takes you through the rich history of concept cars and the how the incredible impacts they’ve had on future cars.

  • S01E31 Trade Wars - What's the Worst that can Happen?

    • August 20, 2018
    • YouTube

    Tariffs allow governments to control the amount of goods entering their borders, and in theory help the sales of products made domestically. But do they really help, and are they a good idea? Join Nolan as he explores America’s long history with tariffs, and how they affect the world of cars.

  • S01E32 How FAST AND FURIOUS Created Modern Car Culture

    • August 27, 2018
    • YouTube

    When the The Fast and The Furious came out in 2001, it ignited a revolution in the car scene that is still burning strong. Join Nolan as he explains how the Fast and Furious series went from cult classic to box office record breaking worldwide phenomenon.

  • S01E33 Did Big Oil Kill Public Transit in LA?

    • September 3, 2018
    • YouTube

    Los Angeles was home to one of the world’s best public transit systems, then something happened. Why did their electric streetcar system die? Was it...murdered? Join Nolan as he searches for the truth!

  • S01E34 Why Can't I Buy A Car on the Internet?

    • September 10, 2018
    • YouTube

    Wouldn’t it be great if you could buy a car online straight from the manufacturer? Well you can’t! Join Nolan as he explains the laws keeping you from doing so, and the lawsuits against companies like Tesla that might change the way we buy cars.

  • S01E35 The Dumbest Traffic Laws in America

    • September 17, 2018
    • YouTube

    Did you know it’s illegal to pump your own gas in New Jersey? Or that in Pennsylvania you have to light a rocket every mile to clear the road of cattle? There are a lot of weird traffic laws in the U.S. and this week, we’re gonna talk about them. These are the dumbest traffic laws in America.

  • S01E36 Do Red Light Cameras Actually Work?

    • September 24, 2018
    • YouTube

    “Important safety measure”, “Revenue Source”, “Scam” Red light cameras have been called all of these things and more. So the question remains: Do red light cameras actually do anything? Join Nolan as he finds out.

  • S01E37 How the Interstates Changed America

    • October 1, 2018
    • YouTube

    We take our highways for granted, because getting around America was a massive pain before the interstate system was put in place. Join Nolan as he explores the history or roads in America, and how President Eisenhower’s past shaped today’s Interstate system.

  • S01E38 Why Ford Will Stop Building Cars

    • October 8, 2018
    • YouTube

    In a stunning turns of events, the Ford Motor Company recently announced they will halt production of the Focus, Fiesta, and Fusion. This ends a decades-long streak of being able to buy a Ford sedan. Join Nolan as he explores why this happened, past market trends, and Ford’s future.

  • S01E39 Traffic Is Your Fault. Here's Why.

    • October 15, 2018
    • YouTube

    Traffic affects all of us at some point when out on the road. It can be frustrating, or downright catastrophic. So how does it work? Join Nolan as he breaks down how traffic jams start, how you can fight them, and why they’ll probably always happen.

  • S01E40 Are Millennials Killing Cars?

    • October 22, 2018
    • YouTube

    We’ve all heard it before: Millennials are killing this, Millennials are killing that, They’re killing everything. But are they killing cars as a whole? Join Nolan as he digs for the truth and answers the question: Are millennials really killing cars?

  • S01E41 How Your Favorite Racing Games Help Automakers

    • October 29, 2018
    • YouTube

    Toyota recently stopped permitting video game developers from using their cars in games. This is a big mistake. Join Nolan as he explores the history of racing games and how automakers benefit from letting players drive their cars.

  • S01E42 The Bizarre History of Gasoline

    • November 5, 2018
    • YouTube

    Gasoline is the world’s most ubiquitous fuel source. But not long ago, it was a thought of as a useless byproduct and thrown away. So how did gasoline become such a hot commodity? And how long will gas last? Find out this week on WheelHouse.

  • S01E43 How Outlaw Moonshiners Started NASCAR

    • November 12, 2018
    • YouTube

    NASCAR has been around for so long, that it’s hard to remember where it even came from. How did one of America’s biggest motorsports start? Well it turns out, the story is a little more...illegal...than you might think! This is how moonshine created NASCAR!

  • S01E44 Why Communists Sucked at Making Cars

    • November 19, 2018
    • YouTube

    Communism gripped the USSR from the early 1900s until 1991. The people had to get around somehow, so why not build some cars? Join Nolan as he explores Soviet Russia and the strange cars the communists built.

  • S01E45 Are Automakers Lying to Your Ears?

    • November 26, 2018
    • YouTube

    As cars have gotten safer and more efficient over the years, they’re also gotten a lot quieter. But people still want to hear their cars, so what did automakers do? Well, they started lying to your ears. Join Nolan as he examines fake engine noises and other tricks your car might be pulling on you.

  • S01E46 Why Do All Roads Lead to Rome?

    • December 3, 2018
    • YouTube

    The Ancient Romans established one of the sophisticated civilizations in European History. One of their longest lasting legacies however, was their roads. Join Nolan as he explores how the sprawling Roman empire built it’s roads.

  • S01E47 CARLOS GHOSN ARRESTED - The Rise and Fall of Nissan's CEO

    • December 10, 2018
    • YouTube

    Carlos Ghosn is one of the auto industry’s biggest power players. With experience running Michelin, Nissan, Renault, Avtovaz, and Mitsubishi, he has experience and the success to prove it. So why was he arrested in Japan? Well along with triumph, it seems Carlos Ghosn has a few secrets as well…

  • S01E48 Can Racing Games Make You A Pro Driver?

    • December 17, 2018
    • YouTube

    As the gap between the real world and virtual reality closes, the possibility of going from couch to cockpit gets more likely. Join Nolan as he explores the history of professional sports, and how success in Sim Racing can mean a spot on a real race team today.

  • S01E49 I Lived in My Car for a Week (and It Sucked)

    • December 24, 2018
    • YouTube

    A quarter of the homeless population in Los Angeles lives in a car. Join Nolan as he tries it for himself, and learns a lot about homelessness in the process.

  • S01E50 How We Got Music in Our Cars: The Musical

    • December 31, 2018
    • YouTube

    50 EPISODES OF WHEELHOUSE! THANK YOU! Today we’re looking at the cutthroat history of in-car audio. It’s been around longer than you think!

Season 2

  • S02E01 WTF is JD Power?

    • January 7, 2019
    • YouTube

    You’ve heard their name in commercials and seen their name printed in newspaper ads, those highly sought after awards car makers love to show off: JD Power. But what is JD Power exactly? And what do their awards even mean? Join Nolan and find out!

  • S02E02 The Dark History Behind Your Tires

    • January 14, 2019
    • YouTube

    Rubber is all around us, especially in our cars. Our tires, belts, seals, and interiors are full of the versatile material. But did you know that not long ago, people would kill for rubber? Here’s the story of one country’s brutal pursuit of rubber.

  • S02E03 How FIRE TRUCKS became Awesome

    • January 21, 2019
    • YouTube

    They’re big! They’re red! They shoot water hundreds of feet! This week we’re talking Fire trucks, the coolest machines ever! From the Ericsson Braithwaite Fire Engine of 1829, to the Pierce Enforcer and Oshkosh Striker 8x8 of today, Nolan explores the red hot history of everyone’s favorite trucks!

  • S02E04 How You Can Get a DUI on Weed

    • January 28, 2019
    • YouTube

    As legalization gains momentum around the nation, one question is getting asked over and over: Is driving high as bad as driving drunk? Nolan explores the murky legality of being high behind the wheel.

  • S02E05 How Cool Cars Get Dumb Names

    • February 4, 2019
    • YouTube

    Some cars have good names, some cars have bad names, so how does that happen? How do automakers name their cars? Join Nolan as he explores the history and technique of naming cars, and what separates the good from the bad.

  • S02E06 Does YOUR CAR Pass? California's Loud Exhaust Law Explained

    • February 11, 2019
    • YouTube

    There’s been a lot of controversy surrounding California’s new Exhaust Law. But what does the law state? And how much can you get fined? Join Nolan as he gets to the bottom of things.

  • S02E07 Top 11 Cars for the Apocalypse!

    • February 18, 2019
    • YouTube

    This week we’re looking at the end of the world! How it might happen, and which cars are the best for the desolate wasteland. Whether it’s a Supervolcano, Zombies or Waterworld, Nolan has a vehicle for everything!

  • S02E08 Where Did All the Manual Transmissions Go?!

    • February 25, 2019
    • YouTube

    Every year it gets harder and harder to find a new car with a manual transmission, and that’s a problem for car nerds. Join Nolan as he explores the manual drought, what’s causing it, and what enthusiasts can do to stop it.

  • S02E09 Here's the REAL Reason Headlights are TOO DAMN BRIGHT!

    • March 4, 2019
    • YouTube

    It seems like headlights are getting brighter and brighter every year. Well guess what: THEY ARE! Join Nolan as he gets to the bottom of modern headlight tech, if brighter lights are dangerous, and how to adjust your headlights correctly!

  • S02E10 Should We Ban Old People From Driving?

    • March 11, 2019
    • YouTube

    We’ve all seen elderly drivers doing poorly on the road and asked ourselves “HOW do you still have a license?!?” Old people are responsible for a number of accidents, which has prompted some people to ask if they should be allowed to drive at all. Join Nolan as he explores the issue, and finds surprising statistics that might change your mind!

  • S02E11 5 Easy Steps To Outrun The Police

    • March 18, 2019
    • YouTube

    Law Enforcement spends an astounding amount of time training officers how to end high speed pursuits. From boxing in, spike strips, helicopters and the classic PIT maneuver, there are tons of ways the Police can stop a fleeing suspect. Here’s how not to get caught.

  • S02E12 Your car is stealing your data. Here’s how.

    • March 25, 2019
    • YouTube

    We all know that social media apps collect our data to sell to advertisers. You web browser and websites use algorithms to tailor content and advertisements to you. But is you car doing that too? Join Nolan as he explores the sketchy world of automotive data collection. The answer may surprise you.

  • S02E13 Lamest April Fools Day Car Commercials

    • April 1, 2019
    • YouTube

    Automakers LOVE April Fools day. It’s a chance for them to put on their joke hats, and show the world how fun and creative they can be. But sometimes it doesn’t always work out. Join Nolan as he explores the car world’s favorite holiday.

  • S02E14 Are Chinese Knockoff Cars Any Good?

    • April 8, 2019
    • YouTube

    As the Chinese auto market grows every year, foreign automakers are struggling to compete with counterfeit cars. Join Nolan as he explores the crazy world of Chinese automotive rip offs, and tries to figure out if they’re any good.

  • S02E15 The Best Cars You Can Buy for Under $10,000!

    • April 15, 2019
    • YouTube

    If you’re looking for a fun car for not a ton of dough, this is the video for you. Join Nolan as he suggests a fun car for every budget, from the Mazda Miata, Honda Civic and way beyond! Every car in this video is a guaranteed fun-haver!

  • S02E16 How Hackers Can Steal Your Car

    • April 22, 2019
    • YouTube

    Stealing a car used to be pretty simple: break a window, hot-wire the ignition, then dip. But as cars get more advanced, so did the techniques to steal them from your driveway! Join Nolan as he explores the new frontier of car jacking with hacking, and tells you how to protect your ride!

  • S02E17 Racetracks are DYING. Here's how we save them.

    • April 29, 2019
    • YouTube

    America’s racetracks are disappearing; either unable to pay the bills or under attack by complaining neighbors. So how much does it cost to run a racetrack? And what can we do to save them?

  • S02E18 How to 100% Theft-Proof Your Car!

    • May 6, 2019
    • YouTube

    Nobody wants their car stolen. Luckily, there are ways to make sure it doesn’t happen to you! Join Nolan as he shows you how to make your car less appealing to thieves, and how to stop them from taking your ride!

  • S02E19 How to Never Get Pulled Over Again

    • May 13, 2019
    • YouTube

    Being pulled over can be a real drag. Luckily, we’re here to help! Join Nolan as he gives some helpful tips for avoiding getting pulled over! Always drive responsibly.

  • S02E20 Vans Are Freakin’ Sick and You Know It!

    • May 20, 2019
    • YouTube

    Vans. They’re big, they’re boxy, and they’re beautiful. Join Nolan as he explores the wide world of Vans, and explains why they’re some of the most versatile vehicles you can buy today! Will you be living that #vanlife ?

  • S02E21 FASTEST Cars You Can Buy for CHEAP

    • May 27, 2019
    • YouTube

    Everyone loves fast cars, but not everyone loves dropping a bunch of money on them. Here are a few fast rides for any budget! From the Chevy Cobalt SS, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and way beyond! Let’s go fast!!!

  • S02E22 Why Cars Suck Now

    • June 3, 2019
    • YouTube

    You knew this video was coming. Join Nolan as he breaks down why today’s cars SUCK.

  • S02E23 Cars in Rap: The (Almost) Complete History

    • June 10, 2019
    • YouTube

    Cars and Hip Hop have been intertwined since the beginning. Join Nolan as he explores the special relationship between rappers and their cars, from Nas to Biggie, Tupac to Kendrick and beyond!

  • S02E24 These Are the Trucks People Love to Hate

    • June 17, 2019
    • YouTube

    Pickup trucks are a ubiquitous sight on America’s roads. Everyone has their own interpretation of what the truck should be: from mini trucks, to jacked up show trucks, to mud boggers, monster trucks and beyond. Join Nolan as he explores the wide world of pickups and tries to understand why people do crazy things with them!

  • S02E25 Stop Taking Bad Pictures of Your Car

    • June 24, 2019
    • YouTube

    If you like cars, chances are you’ve taken a picture of one...but was it good? Join Professional photographers Larry Chen and John Cirone and learn how to get great photos of your car EVERY. TIME.

  • S02E26 What Does “Tuner” Actually Mean?

    • July 1, 2019
    • YouTube

    Drifting. Time Attack. Drag Racing. Stance. All these terms can be used to describe Tuner cars. But where do they all come from? And what do they mean? Join Nolan and find out.

  • S02E27 Terrible Car Designs That Actually Worked

    • July 8, 2019
    • YouTube

    Car makers love reliving the past. But what happens when trying to capture the good ol’ days goes wrong? Join Nolan as he explores some big time retro-inspired failures!

  • S02E28 Who ACTUALLY Made Your Car?

    • July 15, 2019
    • YouTube

    You may think that you know who made your car, but it’s more complicated than you think…

  • S02E29 Every Car in Fast & Furious RANKED

    • July 22, 2019
    • YouTube

    We all know the legendary Toyota Supra and the R34 GTR from Fast and Furious, but we decided to rank every single car* in the Fast and Furious franchise, from the Mona Lisa S15 to the Plymouth Road Runner.

  • S02E30 Mid-Engine C8 Corvette | Why Did It Take SO LONG?

    • July 29, 2019
    • YouTube

    The Chevy C8 Corvette has taken the internet by storm, the car community is losing it now that the engine has been moved to the back! But did you know that the C8 Corvette is not the first mid-engine ‘vette?

  • S02E31 TOP 5 Reasons You Should Watch Formula E

    • August 5, 2019
    • YouTube

    Formula E is the world’s biggest electric racing series, and YOU need to be watching! Join Nolan as he travels to the Big Apple to see Formula E first hand, and tell you why you should go too!

  • S02E32 This is Why I Think Convertibles Suck

    • August 12, 2019
    • YouTube

    Sure they are cool, sexy, and perfect for the summer, but the truth is convertibles suck! Or do they?

  • S02E33 10 Underrated Car Channels You Need to Watch!

    • August 19, 2019
    • YouTube

    Youtube is full of great car channels that fly under the radar. Join Nolan as he suggests some of his favorite channels that you should definitely subscribe to!

  • S02E34 Best Beginner Racecars for CHEAP

    • August 26, 2019
    • YouTube

    Chances are we’ve all had an urge to go racing, and the best part is that there are plenty of accessible cars to participate in multiple entry level disciplines! Join Nolan as he breaks down the best cheap cars for grassroots racing!

  • S02E35 The CRAZIEST Barn Finds EVER

    • September 2, 2019
    • YouTube

    Can you imagine peeking into an old barn or garage and finding a Ferrari or a priceless Shelby Cobra?! Well these stories are probably going to make you want to go from barn to barn in hopes of getting lucky. These are the craziest barn finds ever!

  • S02E36 The Surprising Reason Cars Sound Different

    • September 9, 2019
    • YouTube

    What’s the reason that a Ford Mustang with a V6 sound nothing like a Nissan 350z with a V6 as well? And why does a Mazda RX-7 just sound so sick? Nolan Sykes explains the surprising reason cars sound different!

  • S02E37 How to Sell Your JUNK Car - The Right Way!

    • September 16, 2019
    • YouTube

    Selling a junk car can be tough, especially when it really sucks! So how do you sell a junk car without lying and still make decent money?

  • S02E38 How the 2020 Audi RS6 Avant Could Resurrect the American Wagon

    • September 23, 2019
    • YouTube

    The Audi RS6 Avant has the internet and pretty much everyone talking about wagons again! Wagons are probably the ultimate sleepers, and for years they’ve been missing from the American car line-up … but with the Audi RS6 Avant making it’s U.S. debut 25 years after the first Avant, times might just be a-changin'.

  • S02E39 The Hidden Cost of Chinese eBay Parts

    • September 30, 2019
    • YouTube

    The truth is many of us can’t afford fancy and expensive turbos, so we resort to good ol’ Chinese eBay turbos. But is it better to save up your hard-earned money and go for a proper turbo? What are the real side effects of purchasing cheap Chinese turbo?

  • S02E40 Rotary Engines - Why YOU Should Love Them, Even Though They SUCK

    • October 7, 2019
    • YouTube

    The rotary engine is well known in the automotive community, both for reliability issues and for being amazing. So is the rotary engine really one of the coolest engines ever or is it a poor design that should be left behind?

  • S02E41 These are the most Unique Cop Cars from around the World!

    • October 14, 2019
    • YouTube

    We wondered what type of cars of police are driving around the world, and it turns out some cops are rocking some sick cars! Today we’ll cover everything from Lamborghini Huracans, Audi RS avants, to Subaru WRX STIs!

  • S02E42 Why Were 2000's Car Shows So Kooky?

    • October 28, 2019
    • YouTube

    Pimp My Ride, Monster Garage, and Unique Whips were THEE car shows back in the 2000's. Before the days of Donut Media :) all we had was MTV and Speed Channel. But these shows were always so wild and kooky -- WHY?

  • S02E43 Are Electric Motor Swaps the Future of Tuning?

    • November 4, 2019
    • YouTube

    Tesla and other EV companies are starting to phase the internal combustion engine out of existence! The truth is we all love our fuel-burning engines, but as tech progresses it's becoming more accessible to tinker with electric motors. So is the electric motor the real future of hot rodding and tuning?

  • S02E44 Top 12 Craziest Races in the World

    • November 11, 2019
    • YouTube

    At Donut we love racing! We all watch Formula 1, MotoGP, SuperGT, and pretty much anything involving wheels and engines. Which led us down the rabbit hole to some of the craziest type of racing series from around the world!

  • S02E45 The 12 Roads You Must Drive Before You Die

    • November 25, 2019
    • YouTube

    Tongtian Highway. Stelvio Pass. 99 Bends. These are just some of the most dangerous and breathtaking roads on our list today. Join Nolan as he explores some of the best roads in the world, and some of the most dangerous roads. By the end of this list, you’re gonna want to drive them all!

  • S02E46 How to Get a Motorcycle License in 3 EASY Steps

    • December 2, 2019
    • YouTube

    At Donut Media we all love motorcycles just about as much as we love cars. Some of us are into MotoGP, Motocross, Supercross, Flat Track racing, and pretty much everything that involves two wheel racing! Motorcycles are just fun to ride and a very affordable way to go extremely fast, so naturally Nolan got bit by the motorcycle bug. So, what does it take to get started with a bike? For this episode of Whee House Nolan attended a private motorcycle training course. The official California sanctioned training programs will waive the DMV motorcycle driving test, the private course does not.

  • S02E47 Mercedes is ABSOLUTELY BLOWING IT

    • December 9, 2019
    • YouTube

    Mercedes-Benz is more than just one of the coolest automotive brands, they practically invented the first modern car and now they are giving us the Vision Mercedes Simplex, a step for the brand into the world of electric vehicles! Mercedes has been dominating race tracks and sales over the past few years, but it seems that Mercedes has finally made a critical error. With the likes of Tesla and all their models including the recent Cybertruck and other companies like Ford with their Mach-E, just exactly how is Mercedes going to respond?

  • S02E48 Why Everyone is Registering Their Car in Montana

    • December 16, 2019
    • YouTube

    Have you ever seen a supercar rocking an out of state license plate and thought “What’s up with that?” Being in Los Angeles we see Ferrari, McLaren, and all sorts of exotic models with Vermont and Montana licenses plates. Why are people registering their already expensive cars out of state? Well we’re gonna tell ya! Join Nolan as he explains why people register their rare cars out of state, and why those cars have likely never been to the states they’re registered in!

  • S02E49 Ferrari’s War on Influencers

    • December 23, 2019
    • YouTube

    Ferrari, they have a rich history in motorsports and their cars are arguably the most luxurious things with insane performance numbers. Ferrari also needs no introduction, with a line up like the Ferrari F40, the Testarossa and the Ferrari LaFerrari the world is pretty aware of the Ferrari brand and how synonymous it is with everything exotic and Italian. So why is one of the most legendary car makers in the world so harsh to Influencers and doubtful of how the world perceives their brand? Join Nolan as he explores two cases of Ferrari sending cease and desist orders to celebrities doing what they want with their cars. Is it justified? How could it negatively affect the Ferrari brand?

  • S02E50 11 New Car Trends That Need to Die

    • December 30, 2019
    • YouTube

    Auto design trends change all the time. Some trends are awesome: heated seats, rearview cameras, and Bluetooth. But on the other hand, some trends are real, real bad … like the use of bigger and bigger iPad like screens getting stuck to the dashboard, cough cough Tesla. Join Nolan as he covers some of the worst trends, and which manufacturers are the worst offenders. No one is safe on this one, we take a look at Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, Honda, Porsche, BMW, Tesla, and just about everyone in the auto industry!

Season 3

  • S03E01 7 Reasons Nissan is Failing (and 3 Ways to Turn It Around)

    • January 6, 2020
    • YouTube

    Nissan is responsible making many of us fall in love with cars! Their heritage dates back to Datsun and their Datsun 510 sedan and pickup truck. Then we got the Skyline and the Silvia, and from there the rest is history. Nissan went on to dominate race circuits with the Skyline GT-R in all its variants, Gran Turismo made the Calsonic R32 GT-R famous on screens all over the world. Aside from the GT-R Nissan also gave us the 240Z, 280Z, the now infamous 350Z and it’s son the 370Z. And in the drift world Nissan continues to dominate with the S13, S14, and S15. With such an impressive line-up and rich history how exactly has Nissan managed to find itself in the hole? Why is the company on the brink of catastrophe and will Nissan be able to save its impressive heritage?

  • S03E02 Which Performance Badges Are a Scam?

    • January 13, 2020
    • YouTube

    BMW has M. Nissan has Nismo. Ford has ST. If you see one of these badges, you know the car is serious...Or is it? Maybe some of these badges are...lying? Join Nolan as he explores the history of all of you favorite badges: BMW M, Nissan Nismo, Ford ST, Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Audi S, Hyundai N, Acura and HondaType R- and whether or not they mean anything anymore. This is a spicy one!

  • S03E03 How These Instagram Illustrators are Disrupting the Car Industry

    • January 20, 2020
    • YouTube

    You’ve probably scrolled through Instagram and seen the work of artists like Khyzyl Saleem, Ash Thorp, and Jon Sibal. Their art is primarily focused on turning everyday cars into unimaginable dream machines. But have you ever wondered how these renders and car photoshops might be changing the car industry as a whole? If you have seen the latest Tesla Cybertruck, it is very evident that things are changing. And we think we can tell you why this is happening. Join Nolan as he explores the wide world of digital car art, and gives you a list of artists you should follow right now!

  • S03E04 This is the Most Unfair State For Car Owners

    • January 27, 2020
    • YouTube

    WheelHouse answers all the questions about the automotive world you never thought to ask. Nolan Sykes looks at the history, sociology and psychology behind the cars you love, and the features you might overlook.

  • S03E05 How HOT WHEELS Beat Out MATCHBOX

    • February 3, 2020
    • YouTube

    There is no more popular toy in the automotive world than Hot Wheels. Most of us at Donut were introduced to cars through Hot Wheels, and most still collect them to this day. Much like us there are millions of people that are obsessed with Hot Wheels and have incredible collections. How exactly did Mattel create the biggest selling toy in the world? How did it best companies like Matchbox? And how did a failed guitar design save Hot Wheels from losing to the competition?

  • S03E06 How EASY It Is To Steal Your Info from a License Plate

    • February 10, 2020
    • YouTube

    We’ve all seen the pictures on social media of people either flexing or selling their cars and they all have one thing in common… people covering their license plates. We started wondering why exactly people cover their license plates and if there is any real danger to showing the internet your plates. Well, we were pretty shocked to find out exactly what it means to expose your car’s license plate to the internet.

  • S03E07 VW Just Killed Formula 1

    • February 17, 2020
    • YouTube

    As Formula 1 teams like Mercedes-AMG Petronas, Ferrari and Red Bull gear up for pre-season testing, a spectre looms in the realm of motorsports; and it’s name is Volkswagen. Hidden inside mundane press release, VW may have sealed the fate of the F1 world as we know it. How will teams like Mclaren, Renault and Alfa Romeo react? Is Formula One doomed? Will we be left with only small teams like Haas and AlphaTauri? Join Nolan as he finds out!

  • S03E08 These BAD Driving Habits Are Ruining the Road

    • February 24, 2020
    • YouTube

    Are you a bad driver? No one wants to admit it, but you might be and not even know it. Join Nolan as he lays down the law- unwritten laws that is- on driving habits that will make the better place to drive for all of us.

  • S03E09 I saved Nissan, You’re welcome

    • March 2, 2020
    • YouTube

    Nissan has been through a lot lately: the ousting of disgraced CEO Carlos Ghosn, to laying off over 12,000 employees, to complaints (by me) that their lineup is stale and uninspired. But with rumors of a new 400z sports car on the way, it’s time to reflect on what the company has done to right the ship.

  • S03E10 Buy These Cars NOW…Before You Can’t Afford Them

    • March 9, 2020
    • YouTube

    It seems like every week, a car we used think was cheap sells for big money in some online auction. It’s frustrating, how is the little guy supposed to get a cool car? Nolan thinks he has the answer. In this video, Nolan will show you how to be ahead of the curve, buy a cheap car today, and have that will be truly special in a few years.

  • S03E11 7 Car Scams You Shouldn’t Fall For

    • March 16, 2020
    • YouTube

    We love the car community, but there are a few people out there pulling scams to make a quick buck. But don’t worry, we’re here to protect you. Join Nolan as he explains common and UNCOMMON scams, and how to protect yourself from unscrupulous grifters.

  • S03E12 Why Car Colors Are Boring Now

    • March 23, 2020
    • YouTube

    Plum Crazy. Ginsburg Yellow. Grabber Blue. These are just a few of the coolest colors to be put on our favorite cars. But there’s a problem: automakers don’t seem to paint their cars like they used to. Join Nolan and explore what changed in the automotive market, and find out why carmakers choose to be less risky with their color palettes. It’s a problem!

  • S03E13 5 UNBELIEVABLE New Car Trends

    • March 30, 2020
    • YouTube

    Augmented reality, super smart cars, CARS WITH SCALES!!! These are just a few new features that automakers are beginning to outfit their rides with right now! It’s 2020 baby, we’re living in the future! Join Nolan and explore the tech behind these innovations, and why cars shouldn’t have skin. It’s weird, okay?

  • S03E14 Engine Placement EXPLAINED

    • April 6, 2020
    • YouTube

    Front engine, mid engine, rear engine- what’s the difference? Well today we’re gonna find out! Join Nolan and break down the difference between engine placements, and how manufacturers change the nature of a car by moving it’s engine!

  • S03E15 What REALLY Happened to Holden

    • April 13, 2020
    • YouTube

    Holden was once Australia’s most iconic automaker, but just this year, General Motors has announced that their Aussie brand will no longer exist by next year? What happened? Join Nolan and explore Holden’s long history, from their coach-building roots, to the beloved 48-215, to the Monaro, the beach cruising Sandman and to their DOWNFALL. What really happened behind the scenes? WHO KILLED HOLDEN?

  • S03E16 Are Electric Cars REALLY Better for the Environment?

    • April 20, 2020
    • YouTube

    We hear it all the time: “Electric cars are better for the planet”. Statements like that have been the foundation of electric car builders like Tesla for over a decade. But is it true? Join Nolan and take a deep dive into the manufacturing process, and see just how much energy goes into building a car. We’re gonna find out if electric rides are better for the Earth once and for all.

  • S03E17 Japan's Surprising Obsession with American Cars

    • April 27, 2020
    • YouTube

    We at Donut have a deep love for Japanese cars, you probably do too. But did you know the reverse is true in Japan? Today we’re looking at some American cars that are surprisingly popular from Japan: from Jeeps, to big American sedans that used to be driven by organized crime, to one of the nuttiest drift scenes ever! These American rides are truly BIG IN JAPAN!

  • S03E18 5 Boring Modern Cars that are FASTER than Iconic Sports Cars

    • May 4, 2020
    • YouTube

    Cars have come a long, long way in the past fifty years, not only sports cars, but economy and family cars as well. In fact, some of these more “boring” have surpassed classic sports cars of yesteryear. Join Nolan and see what exactly makes today’s cars better, and why that’s not necessarily a bad thing for older cars.

  • S03E19 The 25 Best Cars From Non-Car Movies

    • May 11, 2020
    • YouTube

    We all know iconic movie cars like the Fast and Furious Supra, The Bullitt Mustang Fastback, and the Dukes of Hazzard Charger, but what about cars from movies that aren’t about cars at all? Today we’re looking at cars that played a supporting role on the silver screen, and we’ll finally give them a chance to shine!

  • S03E20 Why Race Cars Don’t Have Airbags

    • May 18, 2020
    • YouTube

    Why don’t race cars, the most dangerous cars on earth, have airbags? The answer seems straightforward, but it’s not as simple as you might think. Join us as we explore the impact-filled history of race car safety, and how each crash pushed safety forward to where it is today!

  • S03E21 Every Car Shape Explained

    • May 25, 2020
    • YouTube

    Wagon, Targa Top, Brougham- the classifications we give cars can seem endless, but there's actually good reason for why we name cars the way we do. Spoiler: a lot of it has to do with carriages. Lol. Join Nolan and take a DEEP dive into the history of car naming conventions. Do you know them all? I bet you don’t!

  • S03E22 The Dark Underworld of F1 Sponsorships

    • June 1, 2020
    • YouTube

    Formula 1 title sponsors are sometimes just as iconic as the cars their names are painted on. But have you ever seen a sponsor and wondered “What the heck is that?”. We have too. Join Nolan and explore some of the sketchiest sponsors in F1 history; some recent and some almost too far fetched to believe. Also, we’ll figure out what the heck a Mission Winnow is.

  • S03E23 Surprising Products Made by Car Manufacturers

    • June 8, 2020
    • YouTube

    Pianos, luxury yachts and sausages are probably not what you think of when you imagine your favorite car brand, but these are just some of the products we’ll be discussing on today’s episode. Some car companies collaborate to create products outside of their wheelhouse, while others were making unexpected products before they even started building cars. Great, now I’m hungry.

  • S03E24 The EVOLUTION of Aerodynamics

    • June 15, 2020
    • YouTube

    Ever since the first automobiles, aerodynamics have been evolving and getting better. From breaking the 100 k/ph to Bugatti breaking 400 k/ph more than 100 years later, join Nolan he explores the aero designs that shaped our modern cars.

  • S03E25 All the Insane Drama from Quarantine eRacing

    • June 29, 2020
    • YouTube

    Racing is back! But don’t let that distract you from all the craziness that went down in virtual sim racing lobbies. From the first cancelled races to grassroots organizers setting up virtual events, to the juicy drama around sponsors and dubious crashes, we saw it all online. Join Nolan for all the triumphs and downfalls that quarantine served up, it’s a wild ride.

  • S03E26 The INSANE Legal Battle Over Truck Nuts

    • July 13, 2020
    • YouTube

    You’ve seen them on trailer hitches around the country: nuts on trucks. But did you know that for their entire existence, these novel and very often nasty accessories have been embroiled in legal turmoil? Well wonder no longer. It’s time to get nutty.

  • S03E27 Car Terms Every Car Nerd NEEDS to Know

    • July 20, 2020
    • YouTube

    Have you ever watched a car video and been confused by complicated car terminology? Well this is the video for you. We’re covering everything from unibodies to torsion beams, brake horsepower to transaxles, rod knock to blinker fluid and everything in between!

  • S03E28 Why Tech Companies Keep Trying (and FAILING) To Build Cars

    • July 27, 2020
    • YouTube

    In the past 20 years, many tech companies have stepped up to the plate and built their own car. Problem is, none of them have caught on. Why? Today we’re gonna find out. From the first “tech company” car by Westinghouse, to Samsung, Dyson, Sony, Apple and even Amazon. Also, why does Tesla call themselves a tech company? They make cars, what gives?

  • S03E29 The Forgotten Muscle Truck War of '91

    • August 3, 2020
    • YouTube

    Chevy, GMC, Ford and Dodge all battled in the early 1990's to make the fastest high performance street truck the world has ever seen. Join Nolan as he explores the timeline of these amazing machines and figures out why these companies made them in the first place.

  • S03E30 How a Lawsuit Killed Youtube’s Most Exciting Project Car

    • August 10, 2020
    • YouTube

    Movie cars are always cool, but can the owners of Gone in 60 Seconds or Back to the Future sue you for build Eleanor or a Delorean Time Machine? What do you have to do to stop your movie replica from becoming a legal nightmare? If you want to build a Batmobile, or a Jurassic Park Jeep, or a Fast and Furious Supra, there's some things you'll need to know. Nolan takes a look at some of the most recent cases to rock the car world, and we find out exactly what puts a project at risk of being shut down.

  • S03E31 This is the State with the BEST Used Cars

    • August 17, 2020
    • YouTube

    It’s a simple question: Which state has the best used cars? We did the research so you don’t have to. Not only will we tell you which of the 50 states has the best, but we’ll also cover which has the worst, and the answer may surprise you. It surprised me!

  • S03E32 How Motocross Became the Biggest Sport of the Early 00s

    • August 31, 2020
    • YouTube

    We look at the motocross in the context of the extreme sports phenomenon of the late 90s, and how it influenced pop culture. I will make the case that motocross was the most culturally relevant motorsport since 60s NASCAR, and celebrate figures like Travis Pastrana, Ricky Carmichael, and the McGrath v. Stewart rivalry. Motocross was the coolest thing ever to young Nolan, even if he wouldn't ride a motorcycle until 20 years after the fact. All of my friends loved it and wore MX branded clothing, I think it definitely contributed to me getting into cars.

  • S03E33 Why Americans Love RVs NOW More Than EVER!

    • September 7, 2020
    • YouTube

    The Recreational Vehicle, or RV has been a staple of the American road trip since before the US ever had highways. From the humble origins in covered wagons to the present day high tech behemoths that can cost up to six-figures, join Nolan as we explore America's obsession with glamping.

  • S03E34 Why The New Bronco Works And The New Blazer Doesn't

    • September 14, 2020
    • YouTube

    Bronco hype is in full swing after Ford revealed the long-awaited sequel to the OG SUV back in July. But the Bronco isn't alone! Ford's longtime rival Chevrolet had their own SUV rehash in the Blazer over a year ago! But why didn't the Blazer create as big a splash? And why might that not matter? We're gonna find out.

  • S03E35 Why Can’t Anyone Take Down Tesla?

    • September 21, 2020
    • YouTube

    Tesla is the undisputed king of electric vehicles. The Model S, Model 3, and Model X were groundbreaking cars in their own right, and there seems to be no end in sight for the California automaker. But one question remains: Why are established brands having such a hard time keeping up? Mercedes, Chevy, and others have all released their own EVs - but none of them have touched Tesla. What’s up? We’re gonna find out

  • S03E36 Are Cars Going To Keep Getting Bigger?

    • September 28, 2020
    • YouTube

    Did you know that the Mini Cooper is a full three feet longer than it was when it first came out? Cars are getting bigger every year, and it's not just compact cars, EVERY type of car is getting buff. But why? Join Nolan as we explore the cultural, technological and safety factors that are making cars bigger, and figure out: how big are are they going to get?

  • S03E37 Ferrari's F1 Disaster EXPLAINED

    • October 5, 2020
    • YouTube

    Ferrari's Formula 1 team is having a bad 2020. Like, really bad. Where did the legendary team go wrong? We talked to three F1 youtubers: Tommo F1, CrankyYankeeF1, and Matt Gallagher from WTF1 to find out. From drivers, Sebastian Vettel and Charles LeClerc, to Team Principal Mattia Binottom, to the car itself- what's wrong at Ferrari? And when will their fortune change?

  • S03E38 How to Make It as a Hollywood Stunt Driver

    • October 12, 2020
    • YouTube

    Do you think you have what it takes to be a stunt driver? We talked to some of the best drivers in the business, who have driven in movies like The Fast & Furious: Tokyo Drift and Dukes of Hazzard, and they gave us an insight into what it actually takes. Join Nolan as he takes a deep dive into the secret world of stunt driving and answers the question: is it impossible to become a stunt driver?

  • S03E39 What Killed All of Canada's Car Brands?

    • October 19, 2020
    • YouTube

    Canada produced 2.4 MILLION cars last year, so why have we never heard of a purely Canadian Car Manufacturer? The thing is, there used to be Canadian car companies, but not anymore. What happened? And why doesn't Canada have a badge to call their own?

  • S03E40 The Haunting History of Hearses

    • October 26, 2020
    • YouTube

    Have you ever wondered what's inside of a hearse? Or what that curved bar on the side does? Join Nolan as he looks at the centuries old history of the creepiest car on the streets, and how its style has evolved over time.

  • S03E41 Getting Cool Cars Into Racing Games is Harder Than You Think

    • November 2, 2020
    • YouTube

    Have you ever wondered how your favorite cars end up in your favorite racing games, and how how game developers make them feel like the real thing? Nolan interviewed the fine people at Codemasters (Dirt series, Grid series, F1 series) to find out!

  • S03E42 The Exact Moment Monster Trucks Were Born: April 1982

    • November 9, 2020
    • YouTube

    Monster Trucks are rowdy 1500 horsepower beasts that fly, flip and flail 50 feet up in the air. But where did they even start? And how long have they been around? Join Nolan as he explores how one of America's favorite pastimes started as one man's hobby.

  • S03E43 GM's $2,000,000,000 Disaster

    • November 16, 2020
    • YouTube

    GM shocked the industry when they partnered with EV startup Nikola to make an electric truck. But nobody expected the controversy that would follow. Is GM making a huge mistake? Is Nikola a scam company? Will the Badger be a total fail? Nolan does a deep dive on allegations of fraud, scandalous lawsuits, and all the controversy surrounding the deal.

  • S03E44 How Covid Broke Our Roads

    • November 23, 2020
    • YouTube

    The global pandemic has wreaked havoc on our way of life - but one unforeseen effect has made driving in US cities way more fun... but also way more dangerous. Join Nolan as he explores exactly how shutdowns, curfews and layoffs have made our roads and highways treacherous playgrounds.

  • S03E45 Can a Crossover be a Muscle Car?

    • November 30, 2020
    • YouTube

  • S03E46 Toyota's Reliability Secrets REVEALED

    • December 7, 2020
    • YouTube

    When the topic of reliability comes up, its doesn't take long until the name Toyota is mentioned. Whether its million mile Tundras, indestructible Supras, your grandpas Corolla that just wont die even though the oil hasn't been changed in 5 years. many manufacturers make a reliable car here and there or maybe and era of reliable cars, but few OEMs make as many tried and true cars as Toyota. So what's their secret? in this video Nolan explains exactly what Toyota has done to make reliable car after reliable car. We take an in depth look at the concepts of Jidoka, Kaizen, and JIT. Don't know what that means? then you've got a video to watch!

  • S03E47 Mitsubishi doesn't care what you think.

    • December 14, 2020
    • YouTube

  • S03E48 Every Car in the Cars Universe RANKED

    • December 21, 2020
    • YouTube

    If you love cars, then you gotta love Cars, the animated film trilogy from Disney Pixar. Lightning McQueen is the star of the franchise but there are hundreds of other unique car characters in the Cars cinematic world. In this video, Nolan gives us a little background on the making of the films and dissects the logic of a world where cars are people and people don't exist. But most importantly, he ranks ALL the cars in Cars.

  • S03E49 How This Genius SUV Design Saved Porsche from Going Under

    • December 28, 2020
    • YouTube

    A Porsche SUV seemed unfathomable in the 90s, but when the legendary Stuttgart automaker's fortunes changed for the worst- it became obvious that it was the right direction. So how did Porsche translate their iconic design language and driving feel to an SUV? We're gonna find out.

Season 4

  • S04E01 Bad Car Advice From Quora

    • January 4, 2021
    • YouTube

    Everyone needs help with their car sometimes. But if you're on the hunt for factual information or helpful technical knowledge, online forums like Quora.com are NOT where you should begin your search. In this video, Nolan is joined by host of Money Pit, Zach Jobe. Together they scour the dark depths of Quora for some of the worst (and funniest) car advice the world wide web has to offer.

  • S04E02 Why Everyone Wanted the Worst Car in the World

    • January 11, 2020
    • YouTube

    The Yugo is widely regarded as the worst car ever. It was poorly constructed, nowhere near reliable, and not so easy on the eyes. The Yugo was the butt of every joke and the junker in every garage. But for all its shortcomings, it sold like hotcakes when it arrived in the U.S. In this episode of Wheelhouse, Nolan tells the story of the Yugo's creation and makes the case for updating its reputation from worst car to huge success.

  • S04E03 All The Mistakes I Made With My Project Car

    • January 18, 2021
    • YouTube

    Buying a project car can be an exciting moment in any car nerd’s life, but it can also be super easy to find yourself in over your head. Today I’ll show you my current project car, help you learn from my mistakes, and tell you plan to get going again.

  • S04E04 Who Keeps Ditching Supercars in the Desert?

    • January 25, 2021
    • YouTube

    Something strange is happening in Dubai. The desert oasis is home to some of the most extravagant architecture, people and CARS in the world. But someone is abandoning their cars in the desert, sometimes with the keys still in the ignition Who is responsible? Wealthy Sheikhs? Rich kids? Or is something else going on? We’re gonna find out.

  • S04E05 Why 407 Mail Trucks Have Caught Fire Since 2014

    • February 1, 2021
    • YouTube

    The Grumman LLV has been the US Postal Service's humble steed for nearly 40 years- but there's a problem. America's mail truck is fraught with problems: from low gas mileage, horrible comfort, and the fact that it CATCHES ON FIRE!! So why hasn't America found a worthy replacement? Watch and find out.

  • S04E06 Hyundai Wants to Build Transformers. Seriously

    • February 8, 2021
    • YouTube

    Hyundai has plans to build cars with legs with the help of robot geniuses Boston Dynamics. This news has potential to change the way we think about transportation, and it's got me STOKED for the future. Watch to find out why.

  • S04E07 Why These 4 Countries Produce the Most F1 Champs

    • February 15, 2021
    • YouTube

    Drivers come from all over the world to compete in the most prestigious racing series on the planet: Formula 1. But which countries have produced the most champions? The answer may surprise you.

  • S04E08 Is this a good idea?

    • February 22, 2021
    • YouTube

    Lexus gave us the brand new IS500 and it got me thinking: Is this even a good idea?

  • S04E09 SECRETS OF THE PRESIDENTIAL MOTORCADE

    • March 1, 2021
    • YouTube

    The Presidential Motorcade is one of the most impressive displays of coordinated driving in the world. But how does the Secret Service use its vehicles to protect the President? How would the motorcade handle Volcanos, Zombies and Aliens? Watch and find out!

  • S04E10 Why Some Supercars Take More Than Money To Buy

    • March 8, 2021
    • YouTube

    Supercars are some of the most exclusive cars in the world, with pricetags often in the hundred of thousands if not millions of dollars. But in this scene, just because you have the money to pay for it, doesn't mean you can buy it. Find out which brands are the "easiest" to buy, does Ferrari have a secret buyers list, and how to buy a hypercar before its even announced!

  • S04E11 This Indian Law BANNED Car Mods!

    • March 15, 2021
    • YouTube

    India recently passed a controversial law banning ALL car mods, even paint! Why did they do it, and it is possible to be a car nerd if you can't mod your car? The answer may surprise you, and might even make you want to go to India!

  • S04E12 What if Dodge Entered Formula 1?

    • March 22, 2021
    • YouTube

    Haas F1 is America’s only presence on the Formula 1 grid, and frankly we don’t think that’s enough. What if, DODGE made their own F1 car? It’s not as crazy as it sounds. And to prove it, we even designed a car FOR them.

  • S04E13 Is Overlanding's Popularity Wrecking or Saving Our Trails?

    • March 29, 2021
    • YouTube

    Overlanding is one of the fastest growing trends in the entire car world. WIth the popularity of the outdoors exploding, more people than ever are taking their SUVs out on the trail and camping! But with so many people out on the trail, that has government officials, environmentalists, and other overlanders asking the same thing: Is this good for our trails? Today we’re looking into the positives and negatives of the trendy hobby.

  • S04E14 Why Ford Hid One of Their Coolest Cars

    • April 5, 2021
    • YouTube

    The Ford SVT Lightning is one of the most iconic sport trucks ever; but did you know it almost had a SUV-based sibling? Ford almost built a sport SUV called the Ford Thunder. So why didn’t they? We interviewed the man behind SVT John Coletti to find out why.

  • S04E15 Why Hydrogen Cars Flopped

    • April 12, 2021
    • YouTube

    Hydrogen Fuel Cells were supposed to save the auto industry from climate change, and promised no harmful emissions from the tailpipe, just pure water. So what happened? Why hasn't the hydrogen car taken over the industry in the years since? And what future does this amazing technology have? Well, it's complicated.

  • S04E16 Your Next Project Car Could Come in the Mail

    • April 19, 2021
    • YouTube

    The term "kit car" used to be a four letter word- conjuring visions of sloppy clone cars that no one in the right mind would want to drive. But the times they are a changin'. Companies like Factory Five, Superlite Cars and DF Kit Car are proving that supercar performance can be achieved in your own garage for a fraction of the cost, and a lot more elbow grease. So is a kit car the right choice for you? Well, maybe...

  • S04E17 How Cosworth Built the World’s Best Engines For Decades

    • April 26, 2021
    • YouTube

    Cosworth is the legendary name that powered some of history's greatest cars like the Lotus 49, the Ford Sierra Cosworth and the Mercedes 190E. They're a small company with a very strange philosophy when it comes to building engines. It saves them time, money and makes MO POWA BABEH! So how does it work? I'll show ya.

  • S04E18 Is this $3,400,000 Hypercar a Scam?

    • May 3, 2021
    • YouTube

    The W Motors Lykan Hypersport landed a starring role in Furious 7 as a locked up "beast in a cage." What was weird about that, is that most people had never heard of the Lykan Hypersport before that. What was this strange supercar, and was it worthy of the praise Dom and Brian gave it? We looked into it, and the story behind W Motors and the Lykan Hypersport is deeper, and more eye opening than I ever imagined.

  • S04E19 How Porsche Tricked Hedge Funds out of BILLIONS

    • May 10, 2021
    • YouTube

    Porsche wanted to buy stock in Volkswagen- a little too much stock. It turns out, Porsche wanted to OWN Volkswagen! What was their plan to trick the stock market? And how did it fail?

  • S04E20 Why There Are So Many Car Auction Sites Now

    • May 17, 2021
    • YouTube

    Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids and Rad For Sale are just a few of the many niche car enthusiast focused auction sites that have gained huge popularity over the last few years, prompting praise and criticism from all over the car world. The upsides to these marketplaces are obvious: easy access to great cars, curated listings, and quick responses from sellers. But what are the downsides? Why are people apprehensive about these auction sites, and are they right to be?

  • S04E21 That Time Muhammad Ali Bought a FAILING Carmaker

    • May 24, 2021
    • YouTube

    What do you get when you mix a Brazilian sportscar maker, a legendary boxer, and a plan to sell 400 exclusive drop tops? You get one of the strangest stories we’ve ever told on this show! This is the wild saga of the Puma Al Fassi. It floats like a butterfly, stings like a…nvm. You get it.

  • S04E22 The Future of Cars is Stressing Me Out

    • May 31, 2021
    • YouTube

    The future of cars is in flux. Watch me take some educated guesses at what the automotive industry will look like in 25 years.

  • S04E23 How to buy your way into Formula 1

    • June 7, 2021
    • YouTube

    Many drivers spend years proving their worth before making it to the big leagues of F1. But some others pay for a fast track. How does the typical F1 drivers' career play out? And how does cash accelerate the process?

  • S04E24 Are Tesla Stans Going to Ruin Car Culture?

    • June 14, 2021
    • YouTube

    Tesla is the world's most valuable car maker, and one of the most exciting brands in the game. Their leader Elon Musk is an internet icon, beloved by tech heads around the world. But what happens when those tech heads follow Elon into the car scene? Is the culture at risk of a takeover? We're about to find out

  • S04E25 How to Get a Job in the Auto Industry!

    • June 21, 2021
    • YouTube

    Have you ever wanted to work in the automotive industry, but didn't know where to start? We're here to help! It doesn't matter how much experience or education you have, it's 100% possible for you to find a job you love, we'll show you how. You can do it!

  • S04E26 Sneaky Ways Car Makers Are Ripping You Off

    • June 28, 2021
    • YouTube

    Today we're talking about Planned Obsolescence; the practice of designing things with the intent of being replaced. It's a problem, but one that we can fight.

  • S04E27 Why North Carolina Wants to Ban This Truck Mod

    • July 5, 2021
    • YouTube

    The Carolina Squat. Cali Lean. Tennessee Tilt. All names for the most controversial car trend since "Stance". One state wants to put an end to the trend of lifting the front end of pickup trucks. North Carolina house bill 692 is slated to make squatted trucks, and its probably gonna work. But how? I've got some questions about this bill. I don't think it's as simple as it appears.

  • S04E28 Why We'll Never See Another Cheap Mid-Engined Car

    • July 12, 2021
    • YouTube

    Toyota MR2. Pontiac Fiero. Gone. Why? The "cheapest" Mid-engined cars today are the C8 Corvette and the Lotus Evora- Not exactly affordable. Why is no one sticking their FWD drivetrain the back of a cheap coupe? Let's find out

  • S04E29 How Aston Martin Learned to Never Trust Ford

    • July 19, 2021
    • YouTube

    There was a time when Aston Martin meant Bond films, silver coupes, naturally aspirated high displacement engines, and distinct elegant styling. Since then Aston Martin has changed hands quite a few times, and now they're... Well... Different.

  • S04E30 Why Was the 90s' Biggest Porsche Tuner Killed By Gangsters?

    • July 26, 2021
    • YouTube

    Iconic Porsche tuner Gemballa was the brainchild of German businessman Uwe Gemballa. His life ended tragically in 2010 and his aspiring-tuner son was left struggling to carry on his father’s legacy, because his own name now belonged to someone else. How crazy is this story? Well, there’s a vehicle full of homemade remote-controlled machine guns, so there's that.

  • S04E31 Is this Infamous Supercar Real?

    • August 2, 2021
    • YouTube

    The Devel Sixteen has drawn praise and skepticism ever since its reveal way back in 2013. The car has yet to be seen on the road, clouding the perception around this car even further. Will the Sixteen ever see the highway? Surprisingly, I think so.

  • S04E32 Why Its Illegal to Buy a Car from a Manufacturer

    • August 16, 2021
    • YouTube

    (Not Listed) Why Its Illegal to Buy a Car from a Manufacturer

  • S04E33 Who is Stealing All the Catalytic Converters?

    • August 23, 2021
    • YouTube

    Catalytic converter theft has spiked across the country! Who is behind this thievery? And more importantly; why? What makes a catalytic converter so valuable? what cars are the most at risk? Who's making money? And how can you protect yourself from scumbag thieves? We'll tell you.

  • S04E34 How We Ran Out of New Cars

    • August 30, 2021
    • YouTube

    COVID had a huge effect on the auto industry, and now manufacturers are removing features like auto stop/start because they don't have the computer chips to operate car systems. Dealerships are also running low on inventory, with cars spending record low times on the lots.

  • S04E35 Is Nissan Back?

    • September 6, 2021
    • YouTube

    (Not Listed) Is Nissan Back?

  • S04E36 Car Brands Are Fighting Your Right To Repair

    • September 13, 2021
    • YouTube

    You ever feel like cars are getting harder and harder to work on? It’s not just you. Our vehicles ARE harder to work on, and to make matters worse, some automakers don’t want you to get under the hood! Join us as we explore the issue of Right To Repair, and how it might affect your car.

  • S04E37 What's Going On With All These Faked Speed Records?

    • September 20, 2021
    • YouTube

    The SSC Tuatara achieve a top speed of 331 miles per hour, making it the fastest production car in the world...or did it? We unravel the mystery behind the most controversial top speed run in recent memory.

  • S04E38 How This Obscure Carmaker Bought Bugatti

    • September 27, 2021
    • YouTube

    News recently broke that Volkswagen would be selling the Bugatti brand to Croatian EV start up Rimac. But how did a tiny company who sold even less cars than Bugatti get the deal done? We'll tell ya.

  • S04E39 Why Maine Banned This 4x4 JDM Van

    • October 4, 2021
    • YouTube

    Maine is coming for your Kei Car. Keep it safe.

  • S04E40 Why the New BMW M3 HAS to Be Ugly

    • October 11, 2021
    • YouTube

    With the unveiling of the new BMW 2 Series, I have completely lost my confidence in Bimmer to make a good looking car. Along with the controversial changes to the M3 and M4, and speculation of what the X8 SUV could look like, it's gonna be a while till they make a good looking car. But why? What's motivated the german automaker to change their formula so boldly?

  • S04E41 The Emissions Cheating Scandal goes Deeper than You Think

    • YouTube

    Dieselgate- Volkswagen’s emissions cheating scandal- was a huge deal. But It turns out VW was just the beginning. How far does the rabbit hole go? And will anyone face the consequences?

  • S04E42 How Ford Solved The Crossover Problem

    • October 25, 2021
    • YouTube

    Crossover SUVs: they’re not the most exciting cars out there. Despite their sales success, automakers rarely release crossovers that make a splash, especially with enthusiasts, and that’s where Ford comes in. With the release of the Bronco Sport and Maverick light truck, both based on the Escape CUV, Ford has made crossovers exciting. But how did Ford develop the relatively sleepy Escape into two separate vehicles that has even the most stalwart car nerds turning their heads?

  • S04E43 The Secret Hacks Rich People Use to Buy Cars

    • November 1, 2021
    • YouTube

    Have you ever wondered how people afford super expensive cars? It turns out, there’s more going on than just having lots of money! We’ll show you how!

  • S04E44 Who is Buying These INSANE Trucks?

    • November 15, 2021
    • YouTube

    Trucks are more popular than ever, with more segments than any other time in history. This has led to the birth of the Supertruck- insanely powerful beasts that can conquer anything. But who are they for, really?

  • S04E45 Why Good Car Names are RARE

    • November 22, 2021
    • YouTube

    Ford Mustang. Dodge Challenger. Toyota Tacoma. Some car names are so good, you can't imagine them being anything else. But sometimes, cars get dumb names. I'm talking REALLY dumb (Nissan Rouge anybody?). So how does that happen? We'll show you how cars get named, both good and bad.

  • S04E46 How Reality TV Saved F1 from Itself

    • November 29, 2021
    • YouTube

    Formula 1 is the world’s most popular motorsport, but just a few years ago it was on the brink of losing cultural relevancy. Then Drive to Survive happened. This is the story of how one show saved an entire sport.

  • S04E47 What Happened to Mazda's Secret Luxury Brand?

    • December 6, 2021
    • YouTube

    We all know Toyota created Lexus, Honda had Acura, and that Nissan birthed Infiniti- But what about Mazda? Turns out they had a Luxury Brand of their own, but it was a big time flop. So what happened?

  • S04E48 Italy's Shady Plan to Shield Supercars from Climate Change

    • December 13, 2021
    • YouTube

    Climate change regulations in Europe will force the industry to change with the times. But what if your country's industry is driven by cars that aren't exactly fuel efficient? That's the situation Italy finds itself in. Italy practically invented the supercar, you can't imagine the country without it. So what will they do to protect that image?

  • S04E49 Why People Love To Hate Jeep

    • December 20, 2021
    • YouTube

    We make fun of Jeeps on the Donut Instagram pretty often. It’s all in good fun, but why do some people take it so seriously? We’ll examine Jeep’s place in the Industry to find out.

  • S04E50 Why This Salvaged Transmission Sold For $400,000!

    • December 27, 2021
    • YouTube

    This seemingly junk Transmission recently sold for nearly $400,000! Why? Well I’m gonna tell you

Season 5

  • S05E01 Can This EV Hypercar Deliver on its Promises?

    • January 3, 2022

    We have been tough on certain supercars in the past. New Hypercars often promise INSANE performance, let's see if the Raesr Tachyon can follow through. This EV has many things going for it, but we have some questions.

  • S05E02 How is Buick Still Around?

    • January 10, 2022

    That’s right, we’re talking about Buick this week. Wait, really? What are they up to? And which surprising country are they THRIVING in? We’re gonna find out.

  • S05E03 What's Going on at Acura???

    • January 17, 2022

    Acura Integra. The name means a lot, so it makes sense that people are so up in arms over the upcoming 2023 Integra. But what role will the car play in Acura's game plan? How has the company held on this long? We're gonna find out.

  • S05E04 How a Brand New Company Beat Ford, Chevy and Dodge

    • January 24, 2022

    Late last year, Rivian became the second most popular car manufacturer in the world, despite selling less than 1000 total vehicles. How was this possible? How did a small EV outfit out-value legacy automakers like Ford and General Motors? We're going to take a look at Rivian's business, and stock, to find out.

  • S05E05 Inside North Korea’s Hidden Car Industry

    • January 31, 2022

    North Korea is one of the most secretive countries on Earth. With an estimated population nearing 26 million, people have to get around somehow right? Does the Hermit Kingdom produce any cars of their own? We're gonna find out.

  • S05E06 They can't keep getting away with this

    • February 7, 2022

    R32 GTR. RHD RX7. Nissan S15. Importing a JDM ride sounds like a dream come true, but it can turn into a real nightmare. Nobody wants to import their dream car just to find out it's a rusty mess with a blown engine. So how do you protect yourself? We'll tell ya how.

  • S05E07 Sony's Car Could Actually Be Good- I'll Explain

    • February 14, 2022

    Sony wants to build some cars! Sony surprised CES 2022 by announcing their new Sony Mobility Inc. But how would this work? Who would build the Sony car? Luckily Sony has a strong partner, a company you've probably never heard of. But will it be successful like the Playstation? Or flop like the Vita?

  • S05E08 Amazon just started a delivery van war

    • February 21, 2022

    Rivian was riding high last year with help from Amazon. News broke that the online retailer had invested over $1 billion into the fledgling EV truck maker. But Rivian's stratospheric IPO took a big hit this January when Amazon announced a new delivery van partnership with Stellantis. What does this deal mean for Rivian? Are there any upsides? We'll find out.

  • S05E09 How Hyundai got cool

    • February 28, 2022

    Hyundai is one of the fastest growing automakers in the world, but they have yet to capture the hearts of enthusiasts in the same way their competition has. But they're trying, real hard. Hyundai is finally making some sweet cars, but it took a long time to pull it off. We'll tell you why.

  • S05E10 The Weird New “Metaverse Car Industry”

    • March 7, 2022

    After Facebook announced it's name change to "Meta", metaverse news exploded in popularity. 2021 was also a banner year for NFTs, as their popularity exploded (in certain niche circles). It's not a surprise that this strange trend would sweep the automotive space, as automakers sensed a new avenue for marketing and relevance. But what even is the metaverse, what is Web 3.0? Do automakers really think this will elevate their sales, or is something else going on?

  • S05E11 The Great American Car Dealership Conspiracy

    • March 14, 2022

    Dealers are charging too much for cars these days and I’ve had enough!!! Should car dealers be allowed to charge mark ups, and what can be done to find a reasonable middle ground?

  • S05E12 Tesla Has a Bicycle Problem

    • March 21, 2022

    Tesla is having a rough time. A blog showing their autopilot system nearly running over a cyclist is their latest problem. How will Tesla react to this video? And how does it illustrate the problems with their autopilot system overall?

  • S05E13 Chrysler's Biggest Problem is...Chrysler

    • March 28, 2022

    With the announcement of the Chrysler Airflow EV, it opened up a lot of questions. The main one being: how is Chrysler still alive with only two models. With the iconic 300C phasing out of production, that leaves only the Pacifica to carry on the brand name. What motivated FCA and Stellantis to keep the brand around, and what does the future hold for the company?

  • S05E14 Ferrari Isn't a Car Company Anymore

    • April 4, 2022

    Ferrari is one of the most iconic car companies in the world- or at least they were. How they make their money is unlike any other company in the world, and will change how you see the brand.

  • S05E15 NASCAR's Billion Dollar Identity Problem

    • April 18, 2022

    NASCAR is at a crossroads. Can the sport regain relevance and hold onto its roots?

  • S05E16 Mazda, I Don't Believe You

    • April 25, 2022

    Mazda recently announced plans to turn into a luxury brand. It sounds intriguing, they already consider themselves “premium”. But will the car buying public instantly believe that Mazda’s cars can compete with Germany’s most legendary brands?

  • S05E17 The Dark Side of Formula 1

    • May 2, 2022

    The Haas F1 team experienced turmoil earlier this year when they severed ties with their title sponsor UralKali- but the Russian mining company isn't the only shady sponsor on the grid. Not even close.

  • S05E18 Why is North Carolina Making Vietnamese Cars??

    • May 9, 2022

    Vietnamese automaker Vinfast is looking to plant roots in North Carolina. What could this mean for the auto industry?

  • S05E19 How Did 33 Stolen Cars End Up in This Guy’s Backyard?

    • May 16, 2022

    How did someone hide millions of dollars worth of cars in a Van Nuys backyard?

  • S05E20 The Real Sacrifice F1 Has to Make for Vegas

    • May 23, 2022

    What does Formula 1 stand to gain, and lose, by bringing a race to Vegas?