Driving While Awesome is an audio podcast starring Lane Skelton, Warren Madsen, Bryan McQueen and Art Cervantes. Experts in personal automotive opinion, long time friends discuss topics on cars of all type, heavy on fun and cheap sports cars from the 80's, from a podcast studio in Santa Cruz, Califo…
Lane Skelton, Warren Madsen, Bryan McQueen, Art Cervantes
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The Driving While Awesome podcast is a must-listen for car enthusiasts. I have been a loyal listener for over a year, drawn in by their great insights and information on car enthusiast culture and lifestyle. What makes this podcast truly special is the super fun humor that the hosts bring to every episode. Their conversations are relatable and engaging, making me feel like I am a part of their discussions or even just a fly on the wall. The hosts' dedication to the car community is evident, and it is incredibly enjoyable to both listen to and interact with them on social media.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its broad spectrum of topics. The hosts cover a wide range of automotive subjects, making it accessible and entertaining for enthusiasts of all stripes. They also bring in expert opinions on beef jerky and tacos, which adds an extra level of fun to the show. Additionally, I appreciate hearing about their project cars and the backstories behind them. It adds depth to their discussions and gives listeners insight into their personal experiences as car enthusiasts. Overall, the banter between the hosts is top-notch, making each episode enjoyable from start to finish.
However, there is one aspect that some listeners may find disappointing. One of the previous hosts, Brian, is no longer on the podcast. While this is a minor setback, it does detract from the dynamic that longtime listeners may have grown accustomed to. That being said, the remaining hosts continue to deliver quality content that keeps me coming back for more.
In conclusion, The Driving While Awesome podcast is an incredible listen for any car enthusiast. The hosts' passion for cars shines through in every episode, creating an upbeat and informative atmosphere that is hard to resist. Their relatable conversations make you feel like you are sitting among friends discussing cars over beers. Whether you are looking for entertainment during your commute or need something fun to listen to while working in the garage, this podcast is a guaranteed hit. I highly recommend giving it a listen and becoming a part of the DWA community.
In this episode, Lane talks about his trip to Japan to pre run the RoundCat Rally which is happening in October. Check our roundcat.jp for more info on the rally, and become a DWA! Patreon member to here a nearly 2 hour episode talking all about Lane's trip to Japan. Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/drivingwhileawesome
Lane is in Japan, and Art and Warren wish they were in Japan.
Art collects data on how loud his car is, Warren has a street light update, and Lane is going to Japan. All this and more, on this episode of the DWA! Podcast.
Lane goes to Air/Water with the Overcrest crew, Art goes to an electric car show, and we host Morning Motors at The Old Wrigley Building.
Art and Warren go to Waffle House, and RADwood at Auto Fair at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
We have a BMW K30 update, Warren stumbled accross a little cars and coffee, and we talk F1. All this and more on this episode of the DWA! Podcast.
The 2025 DWA! Rally Classic was one of the best yet, and Art's BMW E30 K-Swap made it!
The K-Swap E30 is running, and driving. What's your guess on how much HP it's making?
Warren is recording from New York City, Art is at home in Santa Barbara, and Lane is a Beeline Motor Club in Santa Cruz. We talk about RADwood at The Amelia, Formula 1, and much more. Enjoy!
Will the E30 make the rally? Project updates, and more.
Warren goes to Mexico, Lane goes on a drive, and Art is in Austin Texas.
Warren is gone, so Art and Lane go long, talking BMW E30 K Swap updates and electric cars.
In this Episode Warren battles the snow in his Tundra, Art makes a big mistake while repairing his car, and the countdown is on for the first start of Project K-Swap BMW E30.
Art, and Warren talk cars, while Lane is on sick leave.
Art Lowers his Z3, Warren has another trim mishap, and Lane handles the first DWA! Mid-Day Motors.
We held our first 3rd Thursdays event, Warren has clip problems, and Art is optimistic about having the Honda Powered E30 on the upcomming DWA! Classic Rally.
Art gets and new car, Lane sells a car, and we hold a sucessful Morning Motors, and a little kicker at Woodhouse Blending and Brewing.
Lane, Art, and Warren each pick 5 gifts to ask for this Holiday season.Lane's ListDisassemble Art by Funbox Design(Gameboy)Hoto Air Pump Pro, or Fanttik X8 Apex Tire InflatorThe Palmer(Utility Blade Knife) The Palmer EDC Utility Knife – The James Brand aluminum colorsPeak Design Everyday Phone Case Everyday Case, and the Peak Design Car Mount Car Phone MountIron & Resin Tool Roll Tool Roll – Iron & ResinWarren's ListStreamlight Stinger Switchblade lightFlip and Tumble foldable backpackPocket Snap-on screwdriverSwatch "Neon Party To The Max"RADWOOD Merch! (Pins)Art's ListSnack box subscriptionPower bankGoal ZeroEspresso machineGift cert for auto parts site: (Rockauto, ECS, FCP, Euro, Evasive Motorsports,etc.) Heel & Toe apparel
We are joined by our friend Kevin McCauley (@capturingthemachine on Instagram). Order his photo book 'Waiting for the sun to come down' here
Technology bites us in the ass, but we forge ahead.Happy Thanksgiving!
November rain spoils our fun. Check out the new New Balance skate video 'Intervals'
All three off us were at RADwood SoCal. We talk about how it's evolved from when we started RADwood back in 2017, and we go over some of the standout cars from the show.
Lane Visits the guys at Kooglewerks, Art has an E30 update, Warren goes silent, and we answer questions from the listeners.
We complain about technology, talk about F1, Warren has project car updates, and we answer questions from the listeners.
We talk about our adventures on the DWA! Rally XV, driving amazing roads in Northern California, crushing beers, and eating mediocre food. We'd like to thank our Rally sponsors:-Cars & Bids-Griot's Garage-Beeline Motor Club-Throttle Grotto-Cat & Cloud Coffee
Excuse the audio, we had some technical difficulties. Lane went to Luftgekuhlt 10 at Universal Studios Hollywood and he and Warren talk rally prep and answer some questions from the listeners.
Lane drives a BMW E60 M5 manual, is Danny Ric really out of Formula 1?, and trivia.
Warren and Art are on their own while Lane is on tour in Memphis and Ohio. They talk about Radwood Detroit and answer questions from our awesome listeners.
We talk about the passing of James Earl Jones, which gets us into movie talk, then we answer some questions from the listeners and we wrap the show up with some trivia.
Art and Warren return from RADwood PNW, and we are all preparing for the DWA! Rally #15 in Northern California. If you are interested in joining us on the DWA! Rally, learn more and register at www.drivingwhileawesome.com/dwarally
Art and Warren sat down with Forrest Davis of Griot's Motors to learn about growing up as a car guy in the PNW, owning the coolest VW Bug around, and how he became the shop foreman at their world-class restoration facility in Tacoma, WA.
We are joined by our good friend and DWA! Podcast regular Ali Javidan to talk about what we did during Monterey Car Week.
Clark Sopper of RoundCat Racing fame is back from Japan for Monterey Car Week. He sits down with Warren and Lane over Jerky to answer some listener questions, they talk about what they are going to do during Car Week, and Lane and Clark have a good ol' auction results battle...who is your money on?
Warren and Lane sit down with Giovanni Sgro, Head of Motorsport for Maserati at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering in beautiful Carmel California right after the debut of their new Maserati GT2 Stradale. We talk about the passion for the brand, Giovanni's relationship with Maserati and motorsport, and the new track-only MCXtrema.We hope you enjoy the show!
A few weeks ago, Warren sat down with Jay Ward, Creative Director at Pixar Animation Studios in Emeryville, California to discuss how his passion for cars shaped the Cars franchise, some history of Pixar, and more.
Art is on assignment in Alaska for his 40th birthday, Warren rides in a Waymo taxi, and Lane kills it at trivia. RIP Nicole Chabot Ryan.
Our friend John Greco is in town from Dallas Texas, and he has Jerky, and a list of questionable dream cars...let's podcast!
Art, Warren, and Dante talk inside baseball about RADwood NorCal while Lane is on special assignment in Maui (for the record, Lane wore shorts the entire trip, and never wore jeans while on the island of Maui, and only wore his New Balances to and from the airport).
Warren and Art prep for RADwood NorCal as Lane gets ready for Island life.
Ali joins the crew to talk about his luxury SUV buying/owning experience, selling the MK1 Escort and more.
It's Hot, but our little slivers of land by the coast are staying cool as ICE. We talk about weird food, F1, DWA! Morning Motors, and much more.Thanks to all our listeners and supporters over the past 10+ years. Don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen...we are told it helps something.
Warren drives to Yosemite with his family in their new Mazda CX-50 and Lane does a private track day at Sonoma Raceway in his Porsche 981 Boxster S. All this and more on this episode of the DWA! Podcast.
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