Hello Life Plus Cars Community! We are back and are experimenting with a new segmented episode format.

On this episode, we explore Life Plus...

Car News! Brendan and Ian discuss the latest and craziest Shelby Mustang that is set to debut in 2026, the possibility of the Subaru WRX STi returning, and the demise of the VW ID Buzz after just one model year in the U.S.

Tech Tips with Brendan! In this mechanic's special segment, Brendan teaches Ian and the listener about the coolant system. Tune in to find out how the system works, how essential it is, and how it keeps your car's interior warm as well as cool (go figure!)

Jeep Wrangler! Waving hello to all our Wrangler fans in the audience! The hosts take a deep dive into some history, facts, and favorite models of the Jeep Wrangler. Yes, including the often scorned square headlights of the YJ generation.

Craiglist Finds! Among other favorites, Brendan shares a wild find: a convertible Chevy S-10 pickup. Ian is still laughing about it.

Plus, has Brendan finally convinced Ian to buy new Jeep Wrangler? Tune in to find out!

What do you think, listener? Did you learn something new from Brendan? Which Wrangler is your favorite? Do you want the ID Buzz to come back? Email us with your car thoughts and stories at lifepluscars@gmail.com

Life Plus Cars: Curating Car Conversations!

Instagram: @lifepluscars

Brendan and Ian welcome three guests to the Life Plus Cars Podcast for this special episode! Ian's three high school friends, Alex, Martin, and Colby, joined the conversation to look back, laugh, and regale about the shenanigans connected to their high school cars.

In this special episode, tune as the hosts and their guests discuss:

-the glory of Subarus from the 90s and how fun to drive they were

-why 1998 might be considered a peak year for hand-me-down high school cars

-pancakes, tailgating, and other mischief at a college hockey game

-testing the limits of a certain Suburban with loud exhaust headers

-camping trip tomfoolery and one very smelly Outback

Plus, will the guys figure out the mystery of the Honda Civic they call Silver Strider? Wait, who is Silver Strider? Listen to this week's episode to find out!

What do you think, listener? Which car did you drive in high school? What memories do you have with your high school friends? Email us with your stories at lifepluscars@gmail.com

Life Plus Cars: Curating Car Conversations!

Instagram: @lifepluscars

For more of our car content, visit https://www.lifepluscars.com/

Update: New episodes will now be published on Thursdays instead of Tuesdays.

Happy New Year from the hosts of the Life Plus Cars Podcast!

To kick off 2026, hosts Brendan and Ian run through the list of every new car that you can buy with manual transmission. That's right, folks- you can still buy a car with a stick shift in 2026! Which cars, do you ask? It may be more than you think!

Plus, is Brendan getting any closer to convincing Ian to buy a new Jeep Wrangler?

Listen in to find out...

What do you think, listener? Which of these brand new stick shift cars are your favorite? Do you think you will buy one of these cars in 2026? Email us with your car stories at lifepluscars@gmail.com

Life Plus Cars: Curating Car Conversations!

Instagram: @lifepluscars

For more of our car content, visit https://www.lifepluscars.com/

Update: New episodes will now be published on Thursdays instead of Tuesdays.