Auto Buyers Guide Podcast
Hosted by Auto Buyers Guide
Automotive journalists Alex Dykes and Travis Grady dissect car news, market trends, and the practical realities of vehicle ownership.
A weekly, in-depth discussion between two highly knowledgeable automotive journalists analyzing the latest news, vehicle releases, and market shifts. The hosts connect disparate trends, debunk misleading manufacturer specs (like SAE legroom standards), and explain the 'why' behind industry decisions, such as how mainstream models fund niche enthusiast cars.
“The show's strength is its focus on second-order effects and practical consequences. Instead of just reviewing a car, the hosts will explain how its hybrid powertrain was sourced from a competitor's affiliate or why its cargo measurements are functionally misleading.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by veteran automotive journalists Alex Dykes and Travis Grady, the Auto Buyers Guide Podcast offers a weekly deep dive into the car world. The show moves beyond basic reviews to analyze industry news, the economics of car buying, and the engineering trade-offs that affect real-world owners. Episodes often spring from a single topic—like the disappearance of spare tires or the resurgence of sedans—and expand into wide-ranging, data-driven conversations.
Credentials & credits
- Automotive Journalist
- Founder of Alex on Autos
- Member, Texas Auto Writers Association
- Runs a materials engineering and failure analysis company
Other ventures
- Alex on Autos (YouTube Channel)
- EV Buyers Guide (YouTube Channel)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Spare Tires & the 2027 SilveradoJun 18, 2026 · 1h 03m
- 02Sedans Are Back, Dodge Is Confused & Should Acura Just Die?Jun 4, 2026 · 1h 24m
- 03Jeep's Toyota Secret, MSRP Is a Lie & Why Your Car's Legroom Numbers Are WrongJun 1, 2026 · 1h 15m
- 04
- 05
- 06Why Chinese Cars Are So Cheap, Rivian R2 v BMW iX3 v Volvo EX60, GMC Sierra EVMay 5, 2026 · 1h 02m
- 07Pickup Trucks, EV Lease Headaches & the Montana LoopholeApr 20, 2026 · 1h 27m
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01Jeep's Toyota Secret, MSRP Is a Lie & Why Your Car's Legroom Numbers Are Wrong
A prime example of the show's deep-dive analysis, revealing the Toyota-sourced hybrid powertrain in a new Jeep and debunking official manufacturer specs.
- 02Sedans Are Back, Dodge Is Confused & Should Acura Just Die?
Showcases the unscripted 'No Plans Edition' format, where a simple observation about the Toyota Camry spirals into a compelling market analysis.
- 03Spare Tires & the 2027 Silverado
Demonstrates how the hosts turn a practical, personal problem (a flat tire on a road trip) into a broader discussion about industry cost-cutting and design compromises.
- 04Pickup Trucks, EV Lease Headaches & the Montana Loophole
Highlights the show's breadth, covering vehicle trends, complex owner issues like EV lease buyouts, and even the legal tax loopholes used by wealthy buyers.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is not a traditional interview format; it is a co-host discussion. When a guest like journalist Jared Levenson joins, the format becomes a panel of experts. The conversation is collaborative, with hosts and guests building on each other's points and contributing their own expertise, rather than a standard Q&A.
This is a co-host conversational podcast, not a scripted news report. Hosts Alex Dykes and Travis Grady use personal anecdotes and listener voicemails to launch detailed discussions. Some episodes are explicitly unscripted, labeled the 'No Plans Edition', allowing for organic, wide-ranging conversations.
Questions Auto Buyers Guide keeps coming back to
4 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Auto Buyers Guide reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Can you explain your recent post/video about [X topic]?”
This is a common opening when a guest is on, using their public work as a starting point for a deeper dive.
money
1- Q.01
“Ponder this: if [Car A] is cheaper and performs better than [Car B], what's the deal?”
The hosts often frame discussions around a direct value comparison between two competing vehicles.
future
1- Q.01
“At what point does a consumer say 'I won't do this anymore'?”
Used to speculate on the tipping point for consumer behavior, such as switching to an EV due to high gas prices.
process
1- Q.01
“Are you the kind of person that does [specific maintenance habit]?”
This question connects a technical topic to the real-world habits and choices of average car owners.
Signature segments
- · The No Plans Edition
- · Listener Voicemail Segments
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
When guests appear, they are typically fellow automotive journalists or industry experts who can contribute to a panel-style technical discussion, rather than being the sole focus of an interview.
- Jared Levensonon Jeep's Toyota Secret, MSRP Is a Lie & Why Your Car's Legroom Numbers Are Wrong
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The episodes analyzed did not contain any sponsorships or advertisements.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of the Auto Buyers Guide Podcast?
- The main hosts are veteran automotive journalists Alex Dykes and Travis Grady.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a weekly conversational show where the hosts discuss car news, market trends, and vehicle reviews in depth. It is not a scripted show.
- Is this an interview show?
- No, it is primarily a co-host discussion. It occasionally features guest experts in a panel-style conversation.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The video version is on the Auto Buyers Guide Podcast YouTube channel, and audio versions are available on platforms like iHeart and Podbean.
- How often are new episodes released?
- New episodes are released on a weekly basis.
- What is 'Alex on Autos'?
- Alex on Autos is the original YouTube channel and brand created by host Alex Dykes in 2011, which focuses on detailed car reviews for real-world shoppers. It has since evolved into Auto Buyers Guide.
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- [03]Alex L. Dykes Profile | The Truth About Carsthetruthaboutcars.com
- [04]Alex Dykes's Profile | Muck Rackmuckrack.com
- [05]Alex on Autos - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [06]Alex Dykes - Texas Auto Writers Association, Inc. - Member public profiletexasautowriters.org
- [07]Interview with Alex Dykes | Laura Stewardlaurasteward.com
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