CarQuicks

Cameron Biggs

A journey through my love of all things automotive. From new car reviews, first drives, ownership updates, road trips, car builds, automotive news, and industry analysis, CarQuicks explores car culture from an enthusiast's perspective. Whether it's a GR Corolla build, the latest performance car, an EV launch, or a discussion on where the automotive industry is headed, you'll find honest opinions and real-world experiences here. I'm Cameron Biggs, host of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast and Board Member of the Texas Auto Writers Association. Welcome to CarQuicks.

  1. Sep 15

    AMG REMEMBERED How to Build a Car | CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung & MORE | CarQuicks Automotive Podcast

    Mercedes-AMG just reminded us that it STILL knows how to build something special. Episode 130 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast leads with the Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung - a 637-HP, twin-turbo V8, rear-wheel-drive widebody CLE with a flat-plane crank, carbon ceramics, Akrapovic exhaust, and none of AMG's plug-in hybrid hardware. Only 30 exist, but could this show where AMG performance cars are heading? We also dig into the mysterious four-door Camaro images and whether a sedan can carry the Camaro name, the Honda Civic Type R HRC nearing production and how it could stack up against the GRMN Corolla, plus Hyundai's plans for gesture and voice-controlled interiors. Finally, we break down the cars most likely to survive beyond 250,000 miles, including a Toyota-dominated top five - and ask why the Sienna is missing. V8s, hot hatches, Camaro controversy, and reliability - all on Episode 130 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast. #CarQuicksAutomotivePodcast #MercedesAMG #AMGCLE #HondaCivicTypeR #Camaro - 00:00 Intro | Episode 13000:53 Mercedes-Benz AMG reveals the CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung 10:49 Camaro 4-Door | AI or Real Life?14:32 Honda is making a FASTER Civic Type-R19:18 Hyundai wants you to gesture and speak to control Your Car23:29 The TOP 10 Cars to last 250,000 Miles30:27 Texas Truck Rodeo Event is Here! | Vehicle Lineup and Content Plan40:09 GR Corolla UPDATES! | Channel Updates45:44 Outro

  2. Sep 2

    McLaren Did the Manual RIGHT! | Revuelto SV, Genesis GV90 & MORE | CarQuicks Automotive Podcast

    Episode 129 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast is packed with new performance cars and big reveals. Lamborghini turns up the Revuelto with the 1,050-HP SV, McLaren goes back to basics with the manual MCL 6GT, and Gordon Murray Automotive delivers another 12,100-RPM V12 manual supercar with the GMA S1.We also dive into the Genesis GV90 and its wild Neolun-inspired interior, Acura’s Nexerar Vision concept and the future of its design, plus the return of Days of Thunder with a sequel planned for 2028.Plus, GR Corolla updates and a preview of the upcoming Texas Truck Rodeo.Supercars, manuals, new technology, and car culture - all on Episode 129 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast.-00:00 Intro | Days of Thunder Returns!?02:46 Acura Reveals the Nexera Concept07:38 Koenigsegg releases a NEW Hypercar11:16 Aston Martin turns the Vanquish Angrier15:04 Spyker is BACK from the Dead19:38 Lamborghini makes a FASTER Revuelto24:43 Brabus turns a Mercedes-Benz into $1.2 Million27:23 Gordon Murray Does it AGAIN... the S130:41 McLaren Proves you can STILL make a PROPER Manual Supercar33:49 Real quick... WHY do we have Louis Vuitton Singers... for what?35:01 Genesis enters the high-end Luxury SUV Market | Genesis GV9043:42 GR Corolla Updates | Channel Updates | New Events52:56 Outro-#automotiveindustry #automotivepodcast #carculture #carquicks #carnews ___More CarQuicks Reviews:✔️ First Drives✔️ Long-Term Ownership Reviews✔️ Performance Cars✔️ SUVs & Trucks✔️ Automotive News & PodcastsSubscribe for weekly automotive reviews, first drives, ownership updates, and industry news.

  3. Jul 31

    Toyota's NEW MR2 Was Caught Testing! | $64K GRMN Corolla | Audi Q9 | CarQuicks Automotive Podcast

    Welcome back to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast! On Episode 127, we're discussing one of the biggest Toyota stories of the year. A mysterious mid-engine Toyota prototype has been spotted testing near Fuji Speedway, fueling speculation that the legendary MR2 is getting closer to production. We break down what we know so far, what the prototype could become, and what other cars Gazoo Racing has up its sleeves. We also discuss the official reveal of the all-new Audi Q9, Audi's new flagship SUV designed to compete with the BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, and Range Rover. Is Audi finally entering the full-size luxury SUV market at the right time? Also in this episode: • Toyota TRD's new Honeycomb special editions • The $64,360 Toyota GRMN Corolla and whether it's worth the price • Ram announces pricing for the new Rumble Bee lineup, including the 777-horsepower Hellcat-powered SRT • Honda reportedly explored bringing back an Accord-based SUV • Vaughn Gittin Jr. and RTR Vehicles celebrate their history with a new book • Dodge Durango sales continue to surprise • Genesis GV60 Magma pricing and how it compares to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N • GR Corolla ownership updates, interior modifications, and upcoming projects - 00:00 Intro | Welcome to Episode 127! 02:15 Toyota Testing the NEW MR2? Or is it a Celica? 05:28 NEW Toyota Special Color Edition Trucks and SUVs | Honeycomb 07:12 GRMN Corolla Price is Released, and it's PRICEY 13:36 Ready to Rock Book | Vaughn Gittin Jr. 16:54 My future mancave/podcast space idea 18:29 RAM Rumble Bee Price is Announced 23:50 Audi Q9 Officially Revealed and Pricing 28:26 My Critique on Houston's Auto Show and why it doesn't make sense 30:48 GR Corolla Updates! New part install! Future plans 33:47 Upcoming car reviews and Events 36:28 Dodge Durango has its BEST sales in 20 Years & Why 37:20 Funny Story: Helping my Mother-in-Law buy a New Toyota SUV 41:31 Why Dodge Should Pay Attention to the OLD Durango 45:51 Planning my review on our 160,000-mile 2022 Toyota Sienna 47:37 Plans for introducing my 2000 Land Cruiser to the channel 49:20 Honda Planning an Accord SUV? 52:19 Genesis GV60 Magma will Cost Over $10K MORE than the Ioniq 5N 55:13 Outro | Thanks for watching and listening - If you enjoy automotive news, Toyota performance cars, luxury SUVs, EVs, muscle cars, truck news, and honest enthusiast discussions, subscribe to the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast for weekly conversations covering the biggest stories in the automotive world. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Sit back and enjoy. This is the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast. - #carquicksautomotivepodcast #mr2 #grmncorolla #audiq9 #rumblebee #automotivenews - More CarQuicks Reviews:✔️ First Drives✔️ Long-Term Ownership Reviews✔️ Performance Cars✔️ SUVs & Trucks✔️ Automotive News & PodcastsSubscribe for weekly automotive reviews, first drives, ownership updates, and industry news.

  4. Jul 23

    Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale: Is This a FAKE Manual? | CarQuicks Podcast Ep. 126

    Ferrari calls it the 12Cilindri Manuale, but the gated shifter and clutch pedal actually control an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission by wire. Is Ferrari’s newest “manual” a genuine evolution of the manual transmission, or an expensive simulation? On Episode 126 of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast, we discuss our thoughts on the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale works and compare it with the Koenigsegg CC850’s Engaged Shift System. Both recreate the experience of driving a manual, but they accomplish it in very different ways. Then there is the Hennessey Venom F5-M. It sends 2,031 bhp through a true six-speed gated manual transmission, challenging the idea that modern performance and a mechanical manual cannot coexist. We discuss: - How Ferrari created its manual-by-wire system - What the shifter and clutch pedal are actually connected to - Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale versus Koenigsegg CC850 ESS - Whether either car should be considered a real manual - The 2,031-bhp Hennessey Venom F5-M - Why simulated driving experiences are becoming more accepted - The GoodWood Festival of Speed - RUF’s 1,000-hp flat-eight development car - Lamborghini’s position on bringing back manuals - The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N price cut - My review of the Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance - GR Corolla Updates - The Dangers of the FLOCK Surveillance System Can a simulated manual deliver an authentic experience, or does the physical connection define what makes a manual transmission special? Sit back and enjoy. This is the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast. #Ferrari12Cilindri #FerrariManuale #FlockCamera #GoodWoodFestival #CarQuicks - 00:00 Intro | Where have YOU been!?01:56 Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale | Is this a FAKE or REAL Manual Ferrari?17:26 RUF's 1000HP Flat V818:30 Lamborghini HINTS at a Possible Manual Supercar20:13 Goodwood Festival of Speed | Personal Highlights23:50 Hyundai CHOPS over $6000 off the Ioniq 5N Price26:26 Channel Updates | Lexus RX500h F Sport Review 32:25 GR Corolla Updates | Car Reviews | New Content Ideas41:51 FLOCK Camera System | How dangerous is this for a car reviewer?52:49 Outro ___ More CarQuicks Reviews: ✔️ First Drives ✔️ Long-Term Ownership Reviews ✔️ Performance Cars ✔️ SUVs & Trucks ✔️ Automotive News & Podcasts Subscribe for weekly automotive reviews, first drives, ownership updates, and industry news.

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A journey through my love of all things automotive. From new car reviews, first drives, ownership updates, road trips, car builds, automotive news, and industry analysis, CarQuicks explores car culture from an enthusiast's perspective. Whether it's a GR Corolla build, the latest performance car, an EV launch, or a discussion on where the automotive industry is headed, you'll find honest opinions and real-world experiences here. I'm Cameron Biggs, host of the CarQuicks Automotive Podcast and Board Member of the Texas Auto Writers Association. Welcome to CarQuicks.