Unlikely Tow Vehicle; Kona Review; McLaren's Money Problems

Matt Farah and Zack Klapman review the 2026 Hyundai Kona; is a used Bentley a good tow vehicle; McLaren is offering a crazy deal on its hybrids; the Taycan is FINALLY back from its extensive repairs.
Patreon questions include:
• Which car brands should come back?
• How to handle a friend that drives like an a******
• Is 5-60MPH better than 0-60MPH?
• Car brands and "special oil": brand deal or real science?
• Vin Anatra's dealer problem
• GM's new GIANT DIESEL ENGINE
• Favorite weird car quirk
• Mid-market watches going away?
• Spice blends your kitchen needs
• And more!
Recorded October 6, 2026

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