AVANTS PODCAST
The Scottsdale Auction Attendees Didn't Get the Memo
Apparently no one told anyone at Scottsdale auction week that inflation and interest rates have gone crazy, because sales figures were nuts.
Just Go Buy a Truck Already
We have driven everything from the terrible compact commuter death traps of old to some of the latest hypercars and just about everything between and we still think a truck is the right answer for most of you.
The Burden of Being a Car Person
Have you ever considered what life would be like if you weren't into cars? Can you imagine just walking out to your driveway and only caring that the thing in the driveway got you from point to point efficiently and safely? Yeah we can't either.
Class is in Session with Wryann Van Riper
This week we welcome Automotive Instructor at Clackamas Community College, Wryann Van Riper!
Crawling Through Arizona and Crawling Right Back
Now that Dan is able to mostly breathe again, we regroup for the new year to encourage you to get out there and drive!
Merry Christmas and Don't Forget the Batteries!
If you didn't get a Porsche GT3RS for Christmas like some of the Avants members, maybe you got a battery powered one. If so, we recommend some Lithium batteries.
The New 4Runner Crashes!
Toyota’s highly anticipated new 4Runner has finally launched on the Toyota website! People were so excited that the traffic crashed the configurator. We talk about the new 4Runner, the not-so-shameful minivan, and naming your car.
Christmas Gifts Every Car Enthusiast in Your Life Will Want
Are you all ready for Christmas this year? Didn't think so, but we've got your back!
Avants...Utah?
Nick's windshield remains a blurry mess, the death (or rebirth?) of Jaguar conversation continues, the poor man's stethoscope reveals a potential engine issues on the Ranger Raptor, Nick's still talking about Moab, Liberty Walk molests a Miura, and we need to open an Avants in SLC.
The Worst Rebrand in Automotive History!
This week we discuss what is without a doubt the single worst rebrand in automotive history, Black Friday deals, diving for Porsche parts, how not to clean your glass, and more!
Megan's Back and We're Talking SEMA, Raptor Assault, and Black Friday!
Megan Zalud is back with in the studio this week to catch up!
Ramon Antonio of Avants Portland
It's about time Ramon joined us in the studio! Ramon Antonio is the Portland Coordinator for Avants and he joins us this week to talk about his love for all things on wheels, including the unpowered kind.
Justin Chesnutt Drifts on In!
Formula Drift PROSPEC Driver Justin Chesnutt drifts on in the Avants Podcast this week and talks all things drifting with us!
The Pro of Ceramic Pro, Adam Cote
On this week’s episode we have Adam Cote of Ceramic Pro here to demystify all those different paint coatings you keep hearing about.
Cristy Lee Does It All and Does It Well
Cristy Lee is almost a household name if you're into the car shows, but she does so much more than that.
Live from the Rebelle Rally, It's Team Velocity!
Karisa Haydon and Trista Smith give us a live update from the Rebelle Rally!
Is Living on the Road the Dream?
Nick went to the RV show, the Crosstrek is king according to Consumer Reports, most car "refrigerators" are junk, and more on this weeks shoptalk!
A New Ring Record, A New McLaren Hypercar, and Ford Makes a Ranger Raptor
Mercedes recently stomped the latest ring record with a blistering 6:29 second run, McLaren drops the P1 successor, and did you know Ford makes a Ranger Raptor?
Colton and Will Take Us to the Cascade Edge
We've got Colton Edwards and Will Morris from Cascade Edge Motorsports this week talking to us about their journey to motorsports.
The Mini Bikes Conquer Moab
We took the Monkeys and Groms to Moab and survived! We tackled Onion Creek, Kokopelli, Hell's Revenge, Fins and Things, Shafer Trail, Chicken Corners, and several trips through Moab traffic all without dying!