A podcast where two young and opinionated (but ultimately naive) petrolheads talk cars, among other things. Feel free to disagree with our bad takes… of which there are plenty.
Hosts Alvin and Joshua discuss the ideal vehicle for a date, unexpectedly analyzing the economic factors of a high-end Myvi.
25 Jun 2023
#10. The Future Is Grim For Petrolheads, Or Is It?
Hosts discuss the potential impact of electric and autonomous vehicles on car enthusiasts and the future of personal mobility, while also examining the shortcomings of public transportation in an interview episode.
22 May 2023
#9. The Ideal First Car
The hosts discuss the qualities of an ideal first car and reminisce about their own initial vehicles, offering insights into the pros and cons of different choices.
1 May 2023
#8. Supercars Don't Excite Us Anymore
The hosts explore their waning enthusiasm for supercars, dissect Ferrari's design choices, and contemplate the allure of Porsche's 911 lineup in this episode.
16 Apr 2023
#7. Two Car Garage Banter
The hosts of Backseat Banter analyze two-car garage setups from Two Car Solution's Instagram, consider the Volkswagen Tiguan R's versatility, and explore obscure JDM cars like the first-generation Honda City.
2 Apr 2023
#6. Should We Be Mad That Geely Owns Proton?
The hosts discuss Geely's acquisition of Proton, debating the pros and cons of the deal and comparing Perodua Myvi to Toyota Yaris, while also considering Proton's near demise.
19 Mar 2023
#5.5: Why Do We Still Watch Formula 1?
Two hosts discuss their waning interest in Formula 1, recall attending a live race, and share expectations for the 2023 season in this episode.
11 Mar 2023
#5. Is Miata Always The Answer?
The hosts discuss whether the Mazda MX-5/Miata truly solves all of life's problems, potentially offending owners in this humorous exploration.
18 Dec 2022
#4. How We Would Reform Road Tax
The hosts discuss potential improvements to Malaysia's road tax system, addressing fairness and the implications for restomodding, in this episode.
6 Dec 2022
#3. Carlist Cruisin’: Japan For RM 40k
The hosts casually browse classifieds for affordable Japanese cars, diverting into discussions about imposing vehicles and realizing gaps in their automotive knowledge in this episode.
8 Nov 2022
#2. A Cayenne For Civic Money. It Actually Makes Sense!
The hosts of Backseat Banter humorously debate whether a used Porsche Cayenne is a wiser purchase than a new Honda Civic, exploring the nuances of luxury and the impact of technology on car depreciation.
22 Oct 2022
#1. Manual? Not For Me Thanks
Two young car enthusiasts discuss their limited experience with manual transmissions, review a Toyota Aygo road trip, and share a controversial opinion about CVTs in this debut episode.
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