The InEVitable

Jay Leno’s Garage Secrets: Tesla Semi, Corvette ZR1X & American Cars Dominating

Jay Leno returns to The InEVitable Podcast for an epic deep dive into the future of cars, EVs, and American performance. From driving the Tesla Semi to breaking down the Corvette ZR1X, Mustang GTD, and Rolls-Royce Specter, Jay shares unmatched insight from decades of experience as a collector, historian, and true car enthusiast.
We also dive into:
Leno’s Law 2.0 and the fight to preserve classic cars
Why American automakers are leading again
The rise of EVs, hydrogen, and new tech Tesla, Cybertruck, and the future of trucking
The insane engineering behind the Czinger hypercar
His latest acquisitions (and why he bought them)
Thoughts on Chinese EVs and global competition
Plus, classic Jay Leno stories you won’t hear anywhere else. If you love cars—past, present, or future—this is a must-watch.

Porsche GT Boss on the Future of NA Engines, GT Cars & the New GT3 Cabriolet

What does the future of Porsche GT cars really look like?
 
In this special episode of The Inevitable, we sit down with Andreas Preuninger, the man behind Porsche’s legendary GT lineup—GT3, GT3 RS, GT2 RS, and more. With over 20 years at Porsche and 26 GT cars to his name, he breaks down everything from naturally aspirated engines to Nürburgring rivalries and the controversial new 911 GT3 Cabriolet (SC).
 
We dive deep into:
 
Why Porsche is fighting to keep naturally aspirated engines alive
The real reason GT cars keep getting better without more horsepower
How the GT3 RS beats 1000+ hp rivals with just ~500 hp
Nürburgring lap time wars vs Mustang GTD & Corvette ZR1
The truth behind Porsche’s convertible GT3
Why EV GT cars aren’t happening (yet)
Whether a new GT2 RS is coming 👀
 
If you’re a Porsche fan, track enthusiast, or just love high-performance engineering, this is one of the most in-depth GT car conversations you’ll hear anywhere.

The Truth About Chinese EVs: BYD, NIO, XPeng vs Tesla | Wheelsboy Interview

China’s auto industry is evolving faster than anyone expected—and it might already be ahead of the West. In this episode of The InEVitable, MotorTrend's Ed Loh sits down with Ethan Robertson of Wheelsboy to break down what’s really happening inside the Chinese EV market.
From BYD and NIO to XPeng and Xiaomi, we dive into the companies reshaping the future of cars—and why Tesla may no longer be the benchmark. Ethan shares firsthand insights after driving hundreds of Chinese vehicles, revealing how quality, technology, and value have skyrocketed in just a few years. We also explore the brutal price wars, why legacy automakers are struggling, and whether Chinese EVs are coming to the U.S. sooner than expected.
If you want to understand the future of the global auto industry, this is a must-watch.

Rivian Built an E-Bike?! 100-Mile Range & No Chain (Also TM-B First Ride)

MotorTrend’s The InEVitable goes hands-on with one of the most interesting e-bikes ever built — the ALSO. TM-B (Transcendent Mobility Bicycle), born from Rivian’s skunkworks. We talk with ALSO's Director of Product Line, Saul Leiken about what makes this bike unique. This isn’t your typical e-bike. With pedal-by-wire tech, no chain, regenerative braking, and automotive-grade battery tech, the TMB blurs the line between bicycle and EV.

Tesla FSD vs REAL LA Streets | Insane Edge Case Torture Test (Mount Washington + 110 Freeway)

We put Tesla’s latest Full Self-Driving (FSD v14) to the ultimate real-world test—no easy suburban routes, no perfect conditions. Instead, we dropped it straight into old Los Angeles chaos: ⚠️ Blind corners ⚠️ One-lane mountain roads ⚠️ Garbage trucks, pedestrians, and zero lane markings ⚠️ The infamous 110 freeway on-ramp (with basically NO acceleration lane) This is a true edge-case torture test—and the results are wild.

EV Charging Still Sucks. This Guy Is Making It Better

What does it take to compete with Tesla’s Supercharger network? In this episode of The Inevitable by MotorTrend, we sit down with Seth Cutler, CEO of IONNA, the fast-growing EV charging network backed by BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. IONNA has gone from zero to 100+ charging sites in just two years, with plans to scale to 30,000 high-powered chargers by 2030. But they’re not just building chargers — they’re rethinking the entire charging experience.

How QNX + Vector Are Recruiting the Engineers Who Will Build Software-Defined Vehicles

From Ottawa’s QNX Garage, we sit down with Karen Xiong (Vector) and Andy Gryc (QNX) to talk about the talent behind software-defined vehicles. We cover career paths into automotive software, what companies actually look for in engineers today (CI/CD, systems thinking, reliability), and why “vibe coding” isn’t replacing safety-critical development anytime soon. Plus: practical tools and skills students can start learning now—from QNX Everywhere to ROS and in-vehicle Ethernet.

How Hyundai Became a Design Powerhouse | Bradley Arnold, Head of Design

In this episode of The InEVitable Podcast by MotorTrend, the hosts sit down with Bradley Arnold, Head of Design at Hyundai Design North America. Bradley shares his journey from growing up around motorcycles to becoming one of the key designers shaping Hyundai’s bold new design language. The conversation dives into Hyundai’s rapid rise in the automotive world, how the brand approaches design and innovation, and what it takes to create vehicles that stand out in today’s competitive market. They also explore the growing importance of off-road vehicles, lifestyle design, EV platforms, and Hyundai’s future strategy, including how designers balance brand identity, engineering constraints, and customer expectations. If you're interested in automotive design, the future of Hyundai, EVs, or how modern cars are created, this episode offers a fascinating look inside the process. Topics include:
Bradley Arnold’s career and design background
Hyundai’s evolution and brand transformation
The rise of off-road vehicles and lifestyle design
EV platforms and future vehicle architecture
How car design teams actually work
What’s next for Hyundai and the automotive industry

Tesla Veteran Building Ford’s Next EV Platform | The $30K Electric Truck Explained

Alan Clarke spent over a decade at Tesla — working on Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck, and even Tesla’s battery swap program. Now he’s Ford’s Executive Director of Advanced EV Development — leading the Ford Universal EV Platform and the upcoming affordable midsize electric pickup targeting ~$30,000 and 300 miles of range.

Inside 38 Years of Honda Car Design with Dave Marek

After 38.5 years at Honda and Acura, legendary designer Dave Marek finally retires — and joins us to reflect on one of the most influential careers in modern automotive history.
From the golden era of Japanese performance to the birth of Acura… from the original NSX to the Element and Ridgeline… from the HondaJet to EV collaborations with GM — Dave was there for all of it.
This is a masterclass in automotive design, leadership, and the “Honda Way.”
If you love car design history, Japanese performance, or behind-the-scenes industry stories — this episode is for you.