This week on Cool Cars with Chris, Courage is back from a business trip with something much more exciting than work updates — a test drive of the 750-horsepower Silverado EV RST.

From its whisper-quiet electric torque to the not-so-quiet charging bill, we dig into what it’s really like to live with a six-figure electric truck. Spoiler alert: $65 doesn’t get you a full charge, and range anxiety is still very real.

Plus, we go behind the scenes of YouTube content creation, why platform-specific content matters, and how captionsmight be the unsung hero of video growth.

🚗 What We Cover in This Episode:

• Renting the Silverado EV RST on Turo

• Real talk: charging costs, public stations, and range expectations

• Comparing Super Cruise vs Tesla Autopilot

• Why the fake engine noise might actually be genius

• Courage’s take on YouTube vs Instagram content

• Best practices for short-form video, captions & cross-posting

• A closer look at EV vs gas cost comparisons

• Ride quality, interior space, and what makes this truck unique

• The question we all asked: Why didn’t they call it the Avalanche?

• • Is the Silverado EV worth over $100k?

  
  

  🔧 Perfect For:

  • Truck lovers curious about EVs

  • Anyone shopping for or renting an electric vehicle

  • Content creators figuring out cross-platform strategies

• • Fans of behind-the-scenes YouTube workflow tips
• • Listeners who like their auto talk real, raw, and road-tested

  
  

  00:00 – 🎙️ Intro & Courage’s Return

  00:24 – 🚗 Renting the Silverado EV RST on Turo

  01:00 – 📹 YouTube Content Strategy & Posting Cadence

  03:00 – 📱 Instagram vs YouTube Shorts & TikTok Trends

  06:00 – 💬 Importance of Captions in Short-Form Video

  07:30 – 🛠️ Podcast Production Checklist & AI Help

  08:00 – ✈️ Sacramento Trip & Airport Talk

  11:20 – ❌ Charger EV Not Available – Here's Why

  12:30 – 🛻 First Impressions of the Silverado EV

  13:45 – 🔊 The Fake Engine Noise Debate

  15:20 – ⚡ Power, Features & EV Truck Experience

  18:20 – 🛣️ Long Drive Test: Sacramento to Oakland

  21:30 – 🧠 Super Cruise vs Tesla Autopilot

  22:00 – 🔋 Charging Experience with EVGo

  24:00 – 💸 The Real Cost to Charge a Silverado EV

  26:00 – ⛽ Gas vs EV: Cost Comparison Breakdown

  29:00 – 😬 Range Anxiety is Real (Again)

  32:00 – 📦 Storage, Frunk, and Backseat Setup

  33:30 – 🧊 Why Didn’t Chevy Call it the Avalanche?

  35:00 – 🤔 Final Verdict: Worth the Price?

  36:00 – 🏕️ Towing, Ride Quality & Everyday Use

  40:00 – 👁️ Super Cruise Eye Tracking & Safety

  42:00 – 🏁 Final Thoughts on EV Trucks Today

  
  

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Confused about what gas to put in your car? Wondering if premium is worth it—or what E85 even is? This episode has all the answers.

In this power-packed episode of Cool Cars with Chris, I break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know about fuel—from how it’s made to which type your car actually needs. And yes, I know what I’m talking about... because I literally drive the fuel to your gas station. 😎

We’ll explore:

• ⛽️ What really makes premium, mid-grade, and regular different

• 🚗 Should you run E85 in your car? (It depends!)

• 🛢️ Where gasoline comes from and how it gets to your local pump

• ⚠️ What “Top Tier” fuel means—and why it might save your engine

• 💸 Are you wasting money by using the wrong gas?

• 🏁 What racing fuel is—and who actually needs it

• 🧼 Additives, ethanol, octane ratings, and myths—all decoded

  Whether you're a car enthusiast, weekend tuner, or just tired of guessing at the pump, this episode will help you fuel smarter and protect your engine (and your wallet).

  
  

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  00:00 – ⛽️ Ever Wonder What Fuel You *Should* Be Using?

  00:31 – 🎧 Welcome to Cool Cars with Chris

  01:08 – 🧪 What *Is* Gasoline? Petro vs. Fuel vs. Gas

  02:00 – 🦕 From Dinosaurs to Your Tank: Where Gas Comes From

  04:09 – 🔥 How Crude Oil Becomes the Fuel You Use

  05:11 – 📊 Fuel Grades Explained: Regular, Mid, Premium

  06:02 – 🚛 My Life as a Gasoline Tanker Driver

  07:17 – 🛢️ How Gas Gets Delivered: Pipelines, Transmix & Storage

  08:13 – 🏁 Inside the Delivery Process: What Really Happens at the Station

  10:18 – 🧪 What Makes Each Brand’s Gas Different? Additives Explained

  12:09 – 🎯 Octane Demystified: What Those Numbers Really Mean

  14:14 – 🧪 Mid-Grade Magic? How It’s *Really* Made at the Pump

  16:12 – 👑 Premium Fuel: Who Needs It (and Who Doesn’t)

  18:00 – 😱 What Happens If You Use the Wrong Gas?

  19:23 – 🏎️ Race Fuel 101: Who Should Use 100+ Octane?

  21:06 – 🌽 E85 Ethanol: High Power, Low Cost, But Worth It?

  24:52 – 📉 Real Talk: MPG Loss with E85 (Chris’s Data)

  26:44 – 📘 How to Know What Fuel *Your* Car Needs

  27:18 – ✅ What Is “Top Tier” Gas and Why It Matters

  29:03 – 🧼 Fuel Additives & Engine Cleanliness

  31:22 – 🚫 The Risk of Shady Gas Stations (and Filter Horror Stories)

  33:32 – 🧃 Salvaged Fuel? Wild Stories from Small Stations

  35:43 – ✔️ How to Choose a Reliable Gas Station

  36:10 – 📖 Don’t Guess—Check Your Manual or Gas Cap

  37:18 – 💸 Will Premium Improve a Car That Only Needs Regular?

  38:24 – 💛 Can *Your* Car Run on E85? Here’s How to Tell

  40:13 – 🚀 Tuning for Power: Why Performance Cars Run E85

  41:53 – 🙌 Outro + Leave a Review (Thanks for Listening!)

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In this episode of Cool Cars with Chris, we’re diving deep into the world of Hyundai N performance, YouTube car content, and what it’s really like to mod your daily driver.

Our guest this week is Courage, better known as The Driven Dad — a car YouTuber who’s built a passionate following by sharing his experiences with his 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, family life, and the growing N community.

Courage breaks down everything from his first cosmetic mods to advanced JB4 tuning, dyno results, drone videography, and the realities of balancing YouTube growth with car culture.

If you’re a car enthusiast, Hyundai N owner, or aspiring automotive creator, this is a must-listen.

🔧 What We Cover

• 🚗 How The Driven Dad started his YouTube channel with a Hyundai Elantra N

• 🧰 His first mods: window tint, DRL overlays, intake, body kit & Enkei wheels

• ⚙️ JB4 Piggyback Tune explained — how it adds power safely

• 🧪 Dyno results: 320WHP from a tuned 2.0L turbo

• 🎥 YouTube strategy: balancing long-form, shorts & storytelling

• 🚁 Drone footage and the best gear for cinematic car content

• 📈 What creators can learn from YouTube’s algorithm

• 🎧 Why podcast discovery is so different from YouTube

• 🏁 Drag strip racing, traction issues & real-world performance

• • ⚠️ The truth about warranties, tuning risks, and smart modding

  🧠 Key Takeaways

  • The Hyundai Elantra N is one of the most tunable and fun daily drivers on the market.

  • JB4 tuning offers performance gains while staying reversible for smog and warranty reasons.

  • YouTube content thrives on consistency, creativity, and early video clarity.

  • Drone videography can elevate your car content — and you don’t always need a big setup.

• • Modding comes with risks — but also huge rewards when done right.

  
  

  00:00 🎬 Introduction – Courage returns to talk Elantra N & YouTube

  00:46 🚗 Meet The Driven Dad – How Courage built a channel around his Elantra N

  02:26 💡 Starting a Car YouTube Channel – Why Courage began filming his N car

  05:00 🤯 Daily Driving the N – Comfort, noise, suspension & why it’s not for everyone

  08:46 📹 YouTube Content Strategy – Vlogs vs tutorials & balancing personality

  13:00 🚁 Drone Footage & Gear Talk – Rules, drone tips, and cinematic shots

  20:00 🎯 The Importance of Hooking Viewers – Structure, intros, and strategy

  30:00 🧰 Performance Mods – Intake, body kit, side skirts & wheel upgrade

  38:00 🧪 JB4 Tuning Explained – Boost, safety, sensors & piggyback setup

  47:00 📈 Dyno Results – 320whp from a tuned 2.0L Elantra N

  50:00 🏎️ Drag Strip Runs – FWD traction issues, tire talk & manual shifting

  54:30 🧾 Final Thoughts – Mileage, warranty, and service visits

  
  

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Let’s be real… we all think we’re great drivers. But the stats? Yeah, they say otherwise.

In this episode of Cool Cars with Chris, I’m diving deep into the psychology behind why nearly everyone thinks they’re “better than average” behind the wheel — and what’s really going on out there on the road.

I’m calling out the bad driving habits we all pretend don’t count (yep, even you), the silent rules we break, and why road rage is more personal than you think. Plus, I’ll hit you with some wild stats and a few of my own stories from years of being on the road every day.

🚗 What You’ll Get Out of This Episode:

• Why 80–90% of drivers think they’re better than you (and math says they’re wrong)

• What illusory superiority is (and why it’s wrecking traffic)

• Sneaky bad driving habits we all have (California roll, anyone?)

• Why road rage is way more psychological than we think

• The danger of being lazy but confident behind the wheel

• Easy, real-life defensive driving tips (especially in bad weather)

  📈 Driving Stats That Might Surprise You:

  • 💭 80%+ of drivers say they’re “good” or “great”

  • 😡 96% of us admit to aggressive driving in the last year

  • 🚨 Human error causes about 90% of all crashes

  Kind of wild, right?

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  00:00 – 🚦 Think You're a Good Driver? Think Again

  00:31 – 🎙️ Welcome to Cool Cars with Chris

  01:10 – 🤔 Everyone Blames “Other Drivers”

  02:10 – 🧠 Illusory Superiority: Why We Think We’re Great

  03:58 – 🧐 Who’s Lying About Driving Skills?

  05:14 – 🚫 Rolling Stops & Double Standards

  06:28 – 😡 Road Rage: What Sets Us Off?

  07:34 – ⚠️ When Driving Gets Dangerous

  08:31 – 👀 Why Driving Feels So Personal

  10:03 – 😬 The Mistakes We Don’t Even Know We Make

  11:30 – 💤 Lazy Confidence: The Hidden Driving Risk

  12:16 – 🚗 Fast Lane Fails: Chris's Story

  13:53 – 🔁 Turn Signals & Lane Changing Drama

  15:04 – 📱 Phone Use at Red Lights (Yep, You Too)

  16:03 – 💥 90% of Crashes Are Human Error

  16:40 – 🪞No Shame, Just Awareness

  17:30 – 🛡️ Defensive Driving Tips That Actually Work

  18:42 – 🌧️ Driving in Rain? Do *This* to Stay Safe

  19:12 – 🙏 Thanks for Listening + Subscribing

  19:49 – 👋 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off

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What actually makes a car brand "cool"? Is it the racing heritage, the design, the movie appearances, or just the vibe and culture it carries? In this episode of Cool Cars with Chris, I’m joined once again by Courage, and we’re diving deep into what defines a cool car brand — and why some automakers have built a cult following while others are still trying to find their identity.

We break down iconic brands like Ferrari, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Audi, Cadillac, Volkswagen, and even Hyundai, and explore how things like rally racing, GT championships, and pop culture moments shape a brand’s reputation.

We also talk about:

• The impact of cars in movies and TV (like Fast & Furious, Knight Rider, Gone in 60 Seconds)

• Why racing versions of production cars boost brand credibility

• How brands like Hyundai N and Audi earned street cred

• The difference between car enthusiast culture vs. brand snobbery

• Why every car can be cool if it connects with the driver

Whether you're into JDM legends, Euro tuners, or American muscle, this episode has something for every gearhead and casual car fan alike.

🔍 Highlights & Key Questions:

• What really makes a car brand cool in the eyes of enthusiasts?

• How do racing history and motorsports affect brand image?

• Why did cars like the Mitsubishi Evo and Subaru WRX become cult classics?

• Is Hyundai finally a “cool brand” thanks to the N division and TCR racing?

• Do movies make or break a car’s cultural impact?

• • Why gear matters: Ferrari merch, brand swag, and the status behind logos

  
  

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  🎯 CoolCarsWithChris.com for more episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and guest features.

  
  

  00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: What Makes a Car Brand Cool?

  00:21 – 👋 Welcome Back Courage!

  01:00 – 🏷️ The Influence of Car Branding

  01:59 – 📺 TV & Movie Cars: KIT from Knight Rider

  02:50 – 🚗 Real-Life Replicas & Car Museums

  03:48 – 🧠 The Brand Persona Debate

  04:47 – 🌀 Audi’s Evolution to Cool

  05:54 – 🔷 Cadillac’s Design Shift

  07:06 – 💼 Mercedes & the Question of Sportiness

  07:40 – 🔥 Volkswagen’s Rise with Hot Hatches

  09:26 – 🏁 Why Racing Makes Brands Cool

  10:13 – 🧢 Ferrari Swag & Motorsport Prestige

  11:29 – 🌍 Rally Cars: Subaru, Hyundai & Ford

  12:32 – 💨 Mitsubishi Evo’s Peak Era

  15:34 – 📉 The 90s Front-Wheel Drive Tuner Boom

  17:03 – 💵 Modern Compact Cars vs. 90s Pricing

  18:12 – 🎯 Classic vs. Modern Cool Car Brands

  19:52 – 🏎️ Hyundai N and TCR Racing

  20:22 – 🎬 Pop Culture & the “Movie Effect”

  21:10 – 🎥 Gone in 60 Seconds & Eleanor’s Impact

  23:13 – 🎭 Movie Nerds vs. Car Nerds

  24:01 – 🏎️ The Fast and Furious Effect

  25:06 – 🔧 The Reality of Working on Cars

  26:25 – 🚫 No Car Brand Shame: Respect All Builds

  27:00 – 👟 Vans vs. Louis Vuitton Debate

  28:15 – 📖 Why Personal Car Stories Matter

  29:10 – 🕰️ Nostalgia & the 300ZX

  30:29 – 🔚 Final Thoughts: Look Back at Your Car

  30:51 – 🌐 Outro & Website Plug

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Hey, let’s face it — nobody ever said “Cool minivan,” right?

But you don’t need Lamborghini money to roll up in something that turns heads. In this solo episode of Cool Cars with Chris, I’m giving you 7 of the coolest used cars you can buy in 2025 for under $20,000 — and I’m not talking about boring commuter boxes.

These are the kinds of cars that make strangers say, “Now that’s a cool ride.”

Whether you're into American muscle, sleek Japanese coupes, or refined daily drivers with serious street cred, this list hits all the marks: looks, performance, reliability, and wow factor — without blowing your entire savings account.

We’re covering everything from Chevy Corvette C5s to Mustang GTs, Dodge Challengers, Toyota 86/Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ, and even a Nissan 370Z (yes, I owned one — and I’ve got stories). Plus, I’ll break down the pros, cons, hidden gotchas, and what to look for when buying each one used.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What makes a car truly cool in 2025

• My top 7 picks for used cool cars under $20K

• Real-world buying advice (from someone who’s owned a few of these)

• What to look out for: clutches, carfax reports, sketchy mods & more

• • Why you don’t need a Hellcat to get noticed

  
  

  Featured Cars:

  • Chevrolet Corvette C5 (1997–2004)

  • Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ (2017–2020)

  • Infiniti G37 Coupe (2009–2013)

  • Chevrolet Camaro (2010–2015)

  • Dodge Challenger (2015–2018)

  • Ford Mustang GT (2011–2014)

• • Nissan 370Z (2009–2020)

  
  

  🚘 Perfect For:

  • Car lovers on a budget

  • First-time buyers who still want performance

  • People who want cool daily drivers without a car payment

• • Anyone searching best used sports cars 2025, cool cars under 20k, or affordable cars that don’t suck

  
  

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  00:00 – 🏁 Intro: Why Cool Cars Don’t Need to Be Expensive

  01:33 – 🤔 What Makes a Car “Cool” in 2025?

  03:36 – 💸 Can You Really Get a Head-Turner for Under $20K?

  04:08 – #7: 🦅 Chevrolet Corvette C5 (1997–2004)

  09:13 – 🔧 C5 Corvette: What to Watch Out for When Buying Used

  09:27 – #6: 🌀 Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ (2017–2020)

  15:51 – 🚗 Why the FR-S Platform Is a Budget Performance Gem

  16:15 – #5: 🎩 Infiniti G37 Coupe (2009–2013) – Grown-Up Power

  22:00 – 🧰 G37 Buying Tips – What to Check & What to Avoid

  23:10 – #4: 🐝 Chevrolet Camaro (2010–2015) – Bumblebee Vibes

  28:03 – 😬 Camaro Cons: Poor Visibility & Cheap Interior?

  29:24 – #3: 💪 Dodge Challenger (2015–2018) – Retro Muscle

  34:13 – 🛑 Watch for Ex-Rental Damage & Big Maintenance Costs

  35:17 – #2: 🐎 Ford Mustang GT (2011–2014) – Pure Pony Power

  41:52 – ⚠️ Mustang Warnings: Insurance, Mods & Clutches

  42:04 – #1: 🥇 Nissan 370Z (2009–2020) – My Personal Pick

  49:07 – 🔍 What to Inspect Before Buying a Used 370Z

  52:08 – 🎉 Final Thoughts & How to Get in Touch

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Are EVs actually cool… or just overhyped appliances with torque?

In this episode of Cool Cars with Chris, I sit down with my good friend Courage (yes, that’s his real name — we get into it) to talk all things EV in 2025. From Tesla drag strip dominance to battery drama, we unpack the truth behind electric vehicles today.

We cover the real pros and cons of EV ownership, including:

• 🔋 Battery life and charging cycles

• 🏁 The insane speed of even the “boring” EVs

• 📉 Range anxiety and road trip nightmares

• ☀️ My dream for solar-powered hoods (Tesla, call me)

  
  

  And yes — we count down the Top 10 Best-Selling EVs in the U.S. for 2025. Some will surprise you. Some will offend your car guy soul. Some… are Teslas (duh).

  🚗 Topics We Hit:

  • EV vs gas car convenience in real life

  • What makes an EV fun (or not)

  • The F-150 Lightning's party trick that might backfire

• Courage’s EV rental experience (spoiler: range anxiety is real)

  The EV we’d actually buy (if we had to)

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  Whether you're team gas, team electric, or just here for the jokes — this episode has something for every kind of car fan.
  👂Hit play and let’s get into it.

  
  

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  00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: Are EVs even cool?

  00:27 – 🧔🏾‍♂️ Courage is back! Name origin + childhood stories

  02:18 – 🧔🏾‍♂️ Why Courage thinks his name helped him stand out

  03:18 – ⚡ EVs in 2025: Hype or hassle?

  04:12 – 🏁 Drag racing Teslas and EV performance

  05:20 – 🎧 The hidden costs of making EV batteries

  06:50 – 🔋 Battery tech, charging cycles & the recycling problem

  08:02 – 🎧 How long do EV batteries really last?

  10:35 – ⚡ Why charging to 100% is bad for EVs

  12:11 – 🚙 F-150 Lightning and power backup features

  13:45 – 🎧 EV vs gas car convenience

  14:33 – 📉 “Range anxiety” is real

  15:17 – 🚗 Courage’s Tesla rental story

  16:07 – ⚡ EV driving feel & one-pedal braking

  18:09 – ⚡ Are EVs fun to drive?

  20:00 – 📉 Long drives & charging station gaps

  21:53 – 🎧 EV road trip planning headaches

  22:38 – ☀️ Chris’s dream: Solar panels that actually charge your EV

  23:47 – 🔄 Range extenders and hybrid tech explained

  25:13 – 🔄 Are hybrids actually the best of both worlds?

  26:47 – 🔊 Fake engine noise on EVs – cool or cringe?

  27:54 – 🚨 PSA: Stop parking your Tesla at gas pumps

  28:40 – 🎧 What car guys *really* hate about EVs

  30:14 – 🏙️ EVs for city driving vs long hauls

  31:28 – 💡 Grid strain, infrastructure, and the future of EVs

  31:41 – ⚡ Top 10 Best-Selling EVs of 2025 (countdown starts!)

  33:35 – 🛻 Tesla Cybertruck – hate it or love it?

  34:56 – 🇰🇷 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the performance EV scene

  38:07 – 🐎 Is the Mustang Mach-E a real Mustang?

  39:26 – 🇺🇸 Chevy’s SUV-heavy EV lineup

  41:52 – 🚗 Tesla takes the crown: Model Y & Model 3

  44:14 – ✅ Wrap-up: Would we buy an EV right now?

  
  

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Buckle up — because this one’s equal parts hilarious and horsepower. Chris and Courage share the real stories behind their failed driving tests (yes, more than once!) before building their ultimate 3-car garages — with one big twist: they can only pick from a single car brand.

Chris goes all-in on Ford, dreaming up a Shelby-powered garage full of trucks and muscle cars, while Courage flexes with a sleeper-spec Infiniti lineup. The two debate used BMW headaches, underrated V8 SUVs, and whether anyone actually needs 4WD.

If you love car talk with personality, this one’s for you.

Highlights:

• Real stories from failed driver’s tests 🚦

• Building dream 3-car garages (Ford vs Infiniti showdown)

• The rise & fall of Nissan’s golden era

• Underrated performance SUVs & luxury sleepers

• Why 4WD gets used twice a year

• BMW buyer beware talk — what to avoid

🎙️ Hosted by Chris Smith & Courage
📍 More at coolcarswithchris.com

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  00:00 – 🎙️ Intro: Courage Returns & Why Driver's Tests Still Haunt Us
  00:40 – 😬 First-Time Pod Guest Nerves & Car Guy Talk
  01:12 – 🚗 Getting Our Licenses at 16 (Sort Of…)
  02:12 – ❌ Chris Bombs the Written & Driving Test
  04:22 – ❌ Courage’s “No Turn on Red” Fail
  06:13 – 📵 Phone Use on the Road & Traffic Frustrations
  07:42 – 📸 IG Car Clips, Cop Chases & Ghost Corvette Lore
  09:05 – 🚘 The 3-Car Garage Challenge: One Brand Only
  10:27 – 🛻 Chris Builds His Ford Dream Team (F-150, Shelby, Bronco)
  14:31 – 🧱 The Garage Problem: Big Trucks, Small Spaces
  19:49 – 🧠 Courage's Infiniti Picks (G37S, Q70 V8, QX80)
  25:25 – 📉 The Rise & Fall of Nissan + Underrated Infiniti Era
  29:02 – 🚙 SUV Invasion: Santa Cruz, Maverick & Hyundai’s Strategy
  33:07 – ⚠️ BMW Buyer Beware: Used Euro Car Warnings
  35:35 – 💸 Would You Pay $40K for 3 Cars? We Would.
  37:16 – 🏎️ Grocery Getters That Could Smoke You
  39:00 – 🔒 Hidden Truck Features: Safes, Sunroofs & Stuff We Never Use
  42:07 – 🌲 Chris Finally Uses 4WD… Twice
  45:51 – 🌐 Wrap-Up & Visit coolcarswithchris.com

  
  

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