A 1980 Dodge Omni.  The transmission was made from oatmeal.

Adam Carolla has entered the chat.

Sretten’s wit is remarkable. This series and the “Binky Brothers” are the only YT series that I can boast a completed list of videos. I have learned so much by watching M539 that I believe I could rebuild a BMW 12-cylinder engine in my sleep.

“Experts now agree we need to banish the car-centric culture from the U.S. if we have any hope of staving off the worst affects of climate change and improving Americans’ mental and physical health. But there was a time, long ago, when that car payment really did mean freedom for so many.”

I-81 North, between Christiansburg, VA and Roanoke, VA. It’s a white-knuckle experience most all the time. Semi-trucks, narrow lanes and a steady downgrade (giving the trucks more kinetic energy) make it the most memorable (and loathed) travelway for me.

Agreed.  I had the same impression.

Well put.

I put one in my 2006 330Ci.  Great upgrade.

Zack, I’ve got a suspicion that you were not in Richmond, VA on January 20, but I was. To call the 2nd Amendment a “neo-Nazi rally” is at best, disingenuous.  The rally was a very polite, non-violent demonstration attempting to communicate to authoritarian and tyrannical politicians that their proposals are unpopular…

I live 20 minutes away from the spot in Rappahannock County, Virginia that every time I pass, I think of you with a tip of the hat. Godspeed!

Warts and all...

Tom, Your assessment of the Alltrack is correct. Even in S-trim, the car is mcuh better than the standard GSW. I even installed Golf R springs on my because I really want a Gold R Variant. My APR tune should get me pretty darn close.

I am skeptical of this study for at least two reasons.  First, and most obviously, the insurance industry has an incentive to justify higher rates in a particular area/region - regardless of the actual risk.  Second.  The “comparable” states are anything but.  The lower-risk states are more rural, have lower…

I thought that was quite a brave and honest interview.  I totally get the fear Dale is speaking of.  Stef, we’ve both had this happen to us, and again, I applaud your coverage on the subject.

Agreed.

Chevy needs an Alpha-platform sedan. It would be a great seller and an obvious replacement for the NASCAR SS.

Stef, I came to Jalopnik today, to read about cars and found - front and center - an article encouraging hate against our next Vice President. Please tell your bosses, I am leaving immediately, today, and may not return. I am sorry if this effects you personally, as I have enjoyed your writing.

I really have no idea where to get this opinion “out there”, but this is as good as anywhere.

Once, I had a Dodge Omni (Rabbit clone) and an amorous girlfriend. In case you were unaware, space for fun (yes, sex) was limited in this car. Solution - remove trunk carpet and spread across hood, for comfort. Thank God for vacant pastures under the moonlight.

I agree with you fully, on the DSG. I happily pay my $300/yr (yeah, I drive a lot) DSG “tax”, on my Passat, to enjoy the mechanical precision this equipment demonstrates. I simply cannot fathom driving a car with a CVT.