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Aston Martin

Mentioned in 30 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A UK-based luxury automotive manufacturer discussed in podcast coverage of the automotive and technology sectors. Recently navigated workforce reductions due to US tariff impacts on overseas auto imports, while positioning itself as a premium player through exclusive partnerships like being the first automaker to integrate Apple's CarPlay Ultra. The company maintains its status as a traditional luxury brand competitor in the automotive space.

Episode Mentions

The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · May 19, 2026

2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual Review; Lambo Update

DB12 and Vantage S discussed; orange DB12 press car used for color perception observations

2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual Transmission ReviewSports Car Value Proposition: Z Nismo vs. Mustang Dark Horse vs. BMW M2Lamborghini Countach Restoration Costs and Complexity
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Spike's Car Radio

Spike's Car Radio · May 6, 2026

This Restomodded Ferrari F355 Just Took On Singer and Won!

Building one-off Valkyrie AMR Pro track car for billionaire Ken Griffin with single-seater configuration

Ferrari 355 Evoluto restomod specifications and design philosophyIan Callum automotive design legacy and influenceStark Speedster 718 Boxster with 356 body kit
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Apr 16, 2026

Live Show: 10/10ths w/ Ed Bolian and Captain Crankshaft

V8 Vantage S and V12 Vanquish models discussed as undervalued collectible vehicles

1980s Motorsport Drug Smuggling NetworksSupercar Market Valuation and FinancializationManual Transmission Collectibility Premium
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Spike's Car Radio

Spike's Car Radio · Apr 15, 2026

Why LA is the Car Capital of the World

Featured the new Vantage S in plasma blue, 670 HP V8, discussed as a strong 911 alternative

Los Angeles automotive history and the Erie-Sturgis motorless carriage (1895-1897)Beverly Hills Speedway and its role in establishing Beverly Hills as a luxury destinationTransition from mass transit capital to car-dependent city (1920s-1950s)
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Acquired

Acquired · Apr 13, 2026

Ferrari

Competitor attempting to execute Ferrari-like strategy with limited success due to lack of racing heritage

Luxury Brand Strategy and PositioningVertical Integration in ManufacturingScarcity Economics and Production Caps
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Apr 9, 2026

M2 CS Review; A Bad Car that Changed History?

Vantage S mentioned in comparison testing; discussed transmission and steering characteristics

Dyno Testing Accuracy and Weather Correction FactorsBMW M2 CS Performance Review and Track TestingSteering Feel in Modern Performance Cars
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Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips

Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips · Apr 8, 2026

Branding Just Changed Forever

Formula 1 competitor owned by Canadian billionaire; premium brand competing in motorsports

Brand moat and competitive differentiation in commoditized marketsLuxury brand pricing power and exclusivity strategiesStatus signaling and envy-driven consumer behavior
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Spike's Car Radio

Spike's Car Radio · Apr 8, 2026

Why Automakers DON'T Make Cars for You Anymore

Featured extensively discussing Valhalla hypercar, Vantage S, and transaxle mount engineering improvements

Hypercar manufacturing economics and marginsAutomaker product line strategy and market segmentationToyota Land Cruiser 250 redesign and positioning
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Apr 7, 2026

Vantage S Review; that Ford GT Lap; the Peril of Selling a Project

Primary editorial focus: Vantage S review after nine years of market refinement and competitive positioning against Porsche 911

Aston Martin Vantage S performance and handling refinementFord GT Mark IV Nürburgring lap record and gasoline hypercar competitivenessExotic car ownership and maintenance (service intervals, mileage vs. time-based servicing)
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No Such Thing As A Fish

No Such Thing As A Fish · Apr 2, 2026

No Such Thing As Elizabeth I's Burnt Umber

Formula One team; employs driver Lance Stroll whose father owns the team

Synesthesia types and neurological mechanismsGrapheme-color synesthesia and ordinal linguistic personificationMirror touch synesthesia and empathetic neural responses
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Apr 2, 2026

Brett Berk

Pivoting toward ultra-luxury positioning, discontinuing Vantage, and pursuing billionaire-focused business model

Luxury automotive market segmentation and billionaire targetingIncome inequality's impact on automotive enthusiast cultureNaturally aspirated engine preservation in electrified market
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Mar 31, 2026

The Great Aston Martin Valhalla Drive

Primary subject of episode; Valhalla hypercar reviewed with detailed engineering and performance analysis

Aston Martin Valhalla hypercar engineering and performanceHybrid tri-motor powertrain technology and torque vectoring systemsCarbon fiber monocoque construction and manufacturing
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The Smoking Tire

The Smoking Tire · Mar 26, 2026

Singer* DLS Drive; Volvo EX30 Review; Wesley Snipes; Q&A

Vantage compared favorably to Maserati Gran Turismo; praised for steering and interior quality

Volvo EX30 electric crossover review and practicalitySinger DLS Porsche 964 reimagined with naturally aspirated engineEV user experience and preference persistence issues
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TBPN

TBPN · Mar 6, 2026

GPT-5.4 Reviews, Oil Spikes, Anthropic's TGIF | Doug DeMuro, Vincenzo Landino, Max Hodak

F1 team facing severe technical problems with Honda power unit integration

GPT-5.4 Performance ReviewsIran War Economic ImpactGulf State Investment Strategies
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NPR News Now

NPR News Now · Mar 6, 2026

NPR News: 03-06-2026 5PM EST

Formula One team expected to finish near last in Melbourne race based on practice performance.

U.S.-Iran Military ConflictHumanitarian Crisis and AidPublic Opinion on Military Action
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Global News Podcast

Global News Podcast · Mar 6, 2026

Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender

Formula One team struggling with Honda engine vibrations causing driver nerve damage concerns ahead of Australian Grand Prix

US-Iran Military Conflict and EscalationTrump Administration Foreign Policy StrategyIsraeli Military Operations in Middle East
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Marketplace Morning Report

Marketplace Morning Report · Feb 25, 2026

Germany's chancellor goes to China to talk trade

UK car maker cutting 20% of staff due to negative impact from US tariffs on overseas auto imports

US-China Trade RelationsEuropean Trade PolicySupply Chain Resilience
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TBPN

TBPN · Feb 10, 2026

Elon Musk's Banker, Beijing Pours $26B into Robot Boom, How Apollo Dodged SaaSsassination | Ashlee Vance, Vincenzo Landino, Ethan Thornton, Kris Marszalek, Cristóbal Valenzuela, Brad Svrluga, Dayna Grayson

Partnered with Cognition AI and received investment from Eight Sleep

SpaceX IPO preparationChina humanoid robotics investmentSaaS business model disruption
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9to5Mac Happy Hour

9to5Mac Happy Hour · Feb 5, 2026

iPhone 17 leads Apple earnings record, new MacBooks near, and a mysterious $2B acquisition

Current exclusive CarPlay Ultra partner; premium positioning contrasts with upcoming mainstream Hyundai adoption

iPhone 17 Sales Performance and Design ImpactApple Q1 2026 Earnings and Revenue RecordsQAI Acquisition and AI Audio Technology
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Spike's Car Radio

Spike's Car Radio · Feb 4, 2026

Would You Buy a Ferrari 12Cilindri for $680K?

Vanquish model compared directly to Ferrari 12Cilindri on styling, performance, pricing, and value retention

Ferrari 12Cilindri pricing and market positioningNaturally aspirated V12 engine performance characteristicsLuxury sports car dual-personality design philosophy
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We Fixed It. You're Welcome.

We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · Jan 6, 2026

REPLAY: Jaguar’s EV Rebrand — How to Fix a Luxury Icon

Traditional James Bond partner brand; mentioned as competitor in luxury automotive space

Brand Heritage and Authenticity in EV TransitionFailed Rebrand Campaigns and Cultural BacklashLuxury Brand Positioning in Electric Vehicle Market
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The Talk Show With John Gruber

The Talk Show With John Gruber · Dec 31, 2025

438: ‘2025 Year in Review’, With Rene Ritchie

First automotive manufacturer to ship CarPlay Ultra integration

Apple Intelligence delay and rebranding strategyEU Digital Markets Act compliance and unintended consequencesJapanese MSCA regulatory approach as alternative model
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Dec 12, 2025

New Lexus LFA is Disappointing. Ferrari Says No Manuals! Worst New Car on the Market?

Vanquish Zagato shooting brake selling for $400k, down from $900k MSRP, showing V12 luxury depreciation

Toyota GR GT supercar development and pricing strategyMid-engine GR MR2 revival with turbo four-cylinder and manual transmissionLewis Hamilton Ferrari performance and F-44 project cancellation
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Dec 5, 2025

Toyota Reveals New Sports Car! New G-Wagon Looks Good? Buying Rare Concept Cars!

Valkyrie hypercar owned by Supercar Ron, discussed in context of unusual daily driver choices

Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Sports Car LaunchMercedes-Benz G-Wagon Cabriolet DevelopmentRenault Concept Car Auction and Collector Market
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 21, 2025

WhistlinDiesel Arrest, Koenigsegg Chaos, and the New Honda Prelude Costs How Much?!

DBX luxury SUV experiencing severe depreciation due to overproduction and brand perception issues

Montana License Plate Tax Evasion EnforcementLicense Plate Reader Technology and PrivacyState Vehicle Registration Laws and Reciprocity
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Nov 14, 2025

Hoovies Garage Joins! New McLaren SUV, Ford Lightning Canceled & CarMax Collapse?

DBX luxury SUV discussed as hard-to-sell competitor; suggested as potential acquirer for struggling Jaguar brand

Ford F-150 Lightning CancellationElectric Vehicle Cold Weather PerformanceLuxury SUV Market Saturation
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Oct 24, 2025

Ferrari Builds Modern F40! Porsche 18 Cylinder Coming? Car Dating Red Flags? THIS CAR POD! EP83

Vantage driven and reviewed; discussed as underrated performance car with strong handling and engine characteristics

Ferrari SC40 Design and F40 Homage StrategyPorsche CEO Transition and Hybrid Electrification StrategyTesla Executive Compensation and Shareholder Disputes
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THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends!

THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! · Oct 10, 2025

The Kia Soul is Dead. Cost to Insure My Cars? Jaguar Land Rover is Back!

Mentioned in context of exotic car market and Filippo's video production activities

Kia Soul discontinuation and market shift from compact cars to SUVsHyundai body-on-frame pickup truck development for US marketTesla Q3 profitability and EV subsidy cliff impact on Q4 sales
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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! · Sep 20, 2025

WWDTM: Chip Caray

Launched luxury baby stroller priced at $3,000 featuring plush leather from sports cars

Ben & Jerry's Founder Exit and Corporate ActivismSkinny Jeans Fashion Trend ReturnApple AirPods Real-Time Translation Technology
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We Fixed It. You're Welcome.

We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · Aug 19, 2025

Jaguar’s EV Rebrand — How to Fix a Luxury Icon

Traditional James Bond vehicle partner; discussed as potential collaboration opportunity for Jaguar's repositioning

Luxury Brand Repositioning StrategyElectric Vehicle Market DifferentiationBrand Heritage vs. Innovation Balance
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