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<p>We read an article recently (linked below) doing a deep dive into Lucid's finances and, man, it reads like a comedy. Also, Tyler walks us through the reality of "just LS swap it."</p><p></p><p>Resources/articles referenced in this episode:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ssoreport.com/a-look-at-lucid">https://ssoreport.com/a-look-at-lucid</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sikky.com/rx7turnkey/">https://www.sikky.com/rx7turnkey/</a></p><p></p><p>Flop of the week:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/</a></p><p>Prop of the week:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/">skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/</a></p><p></p><p>Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/switchcast">https://www.patreon.com/switchcast</a></p><p>For more information on SwitchCast &amp; to submit vanity plates, check out our website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcast.live/">https://switchcast.live/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please visit our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sheffieldwatches.com/">https://sheffieldwatches.com/</a> - mention "SWITCHCAST"</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nuts4sticks.com/">https://www.nuts4sticks.com/</a> - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcars.com">https://switchcars.com</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd">https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd</a>- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://solonspine.com/">https://solonspine.com/</a> - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow our socials:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc">https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug">https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/switchcars">https://www.instagram.com/switchcars</a></p>

<p>Are stick swaps worth it? In today's age of cars where everyone cars about ROI, it's a question we get a ton, so let's discuss it.</p><p></p><p>Resources/articles referenced in this episode:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thedrive.com/news/he-turned-his-miata-into-a-side-hustle-by-teaching-enthusiasts-to-drive-stick-hell-pay-you-to-do-the-same">https://www.thedrive.com/news/he-turned-his-miata-into-a-side-hustle-by-teaching-enthusiasts-to-drive-stick-hell-pay-you-to-do-the-same</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/distracted-driving-is-a-real-problem-for-teens-these-parents-think-theyve-found-the-solution-110001619.html?guccounter=2">https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/distracted-driving-is-a-real-problem-for-teens-these-parents-think-theyve-found-the-solution-110001619.html?guccounter=2</a></p><p>Flop of the week:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRi3MaggG38/</a></p><p>Prop of the week:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/">skoda-storyboard.com/en/skoda-world/rally-champion-fuel-efficiency-record-holder/</a></p><p></p><p>Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/switchcast">https://www.patreon.com/switchcast</a></p><p>For more information on SwitchCast &amp; to submit vanity plates, check out our website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcast.live/">https://switchcast.live/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please visit our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sheffieldwatches.com/">https://sheffieldwatches.com/</a> - mention "SWITCHCAST"</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nuts4sticks.com/">https://www.nuts4sticks.com/</a> - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcars.com">https://switchcars.com</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd">https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd</a>- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://solonspine.com/">https://solonspine.com/</a> - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow our socials:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc">https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug">https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/switchcars">https://www.instagram.com/switchcars</a></p>

<p>Let's talk about how tariffs are impacting the car market for both classic cars and used cars.</p><p></p><p>Articles mentioned in this episode:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wsj.com/business/autos/american-consumers-have-had-it-with-high-car-prices-0eb23424?st=eKFAJ5&amp;reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink">https://www.wsj.com/business/autos/american-consumers-have-had-it-with-high-car-prices-0eb23424?st=eKFAJ5&amp;reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-general-motors-disturbing-news-143300807.html">https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-general-motors-disturbing-news-143300807.html</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://niada.com/dashboard/senate-committee-to-hold-hearing-on-automobile-affordability-in-january/">https://niada.com/dashboard/senate-committee-to-hold-hearing-on-automobile-affordability-in-january/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.wcshipping.com/blog/2025-us-car-import-trends-countries-car-shipping-insights">https://www.wcshipping.com/blog/2025-us-car-import-trends-countries-car-shipping-insights</a></p><p></p><p>Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/switchcast">https://www.patreon.com/switchcast</a></p><p>For more information on SwitchCast &amp; to submit vanity plates, check out our website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcast.live/">https://switchcast.live/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please visit our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sheffieldwatches.com/">https://sheffieldwatches.com/</a> - mention "SWITCHCAST"</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nuts4sticks.com/">https://www.nuts4sticks.com/</a> - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcars.com">https://switchcars.com</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd">https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd</a>- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://solonspine.com/">https://solonspine.com/</a> - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow our socials:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc">https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug">https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/switchcars">https://www.instagram.com/switchcars</a></p>

<p>We talk a ton about auctions, but we've never discussed Estate Auctions specifically. Let's dive into the nature of these things. </p><p></p><p>Plus, Tyler will go over how the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is trying to restrict drivers from replacing their own brakes. </p><p></p><p>Articles mentioned in this episode:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thedrive.com/news/replacing-brake-pads-on-a-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-requires-a-professional-mechanics-login">https://www.thedrive.com/news/replacing-brake-pads-on-a-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-requires-a-professional-mechanics-login</a></p><p></p><p>Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/switchcast">https://www.patreon.com/switchcast</a></p><p>For more information on SwitchCast &amp; to submit vanity plates, check out our website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcast.live/">https://switchcast.live/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please visit our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sheffieldwatches.com/">https://sheffieldwatches.com/</a> - mention "SWITCHCAST"</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nuts4sticks.com/">https://www.nuts4sticks.com/</a> - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcars.com">https://switchcars.com</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd">https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd</a>- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://solonspine.com/">https://solonspine.com/</a> - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow our socials:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc">https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug">https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/switchcars">https://www.instagram.com/switchcars</a></p>

<p>Pitt Race has gone away to make way for an AI Data Center, and they're auctioning off literally everything, down to the urinals.</p><p></p><p>Also, Porsche has announced a new "tunnel mode" and, holy smokes, is it lame.</p><p></p><p>Articles mentioned in this episode:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://savepittrace.org/index.html">https://savepittrace.org/index.html</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://savepittrace.org/content/Artificial%20Intelligence%20and%20the%20Data%20Center%20Paradox.pdf">https://savepittrace.org/content/Artificial%20Intelligence%20and%20the%20Data%20Center%20Paradox.pdf</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.autoblog.com/news/porsches-tunnel-mode-is-proof-they-understand-driving-joy-better-than-anyone">https://www.autoblog.com/news/porsches-tunnel-mode-is-proof-they-understand-driving-joy-better-than-anyone</a></p><p></p><p>Link to the auction:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.kikoauctions.com/auctions/pittsburgh-international-race-complex-karts-cars-equipment">https://www.kikoauctions.com/auctions/pittsburgh-international-race-complex-karts-cars-equipment</a></p><p></p><p>Support us on Patreon for bonus, exclusive content + live stream access <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/switchcast">https://www.patreon.com/switchcast</a></p><p>For more information on SwitchCast &amp; to submit vanity plates, check out our website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcast.live/">https://switchcast.live/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please visit our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://sheffieldwatches.com/">https://sheffieldwatches.com/</a> - mention "SWITCHCAST"</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nuts4sticks.com/">https://www.nuts4sticks.com/</a> - discount code "SWITCHCAST" for 10% discount</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://switchcars.com">https://switchcars.com</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd">https://epicvin.com/?a_aid=vvttz3hc9ogvd</a>- the supplemental vehicle history reports you really need. Use our affiliate link!</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://solonspine.com/">https://solonspine.com/</a> - Are you crooked? Solon Spine will straighten you out!</p><p></p><p><strong>Follow our socials:</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc">https://www.facebook.com/SwitchcarsInc</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug">https://www.tiktok.com/@switchcarsdoug</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/switchcars">https://www.instagram.com/switchcars</a></p>