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Top Gear PH Podcast S2 Episode 7: What is a ‘sports car,’ really?

Ah, the age-old question
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ILLUSTRATION: Echo Antonio

What exactly is a sports car? Before we all start typing up a storm, let us all agree that there is no one right answer. While there are technical definitions, those are still subject to a car brand’s heritage, its place in different automotive markets, and personal experiences with motorists. This debate is as subjective as it is historical.

On this episode, Anton, Dinzo, and Carlo give their personal definitions based on their experience as automotive journalists. These three car guys have been behind the wheel of several debatable and undisputed sports cars, but—another spoiler alert—that doesn’t help them circle back to one true definition.

Top Gear PH Podcast S2E7 on Spotify

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If anything, this discussion goes to show that this debate does not have to be fought with knives and jabs. Attempting to define such a broad term opens up the doors to personal and vulnerable conversation. It gives car guys a chance to share stories from their upbringing as gearheads, while appreciating the ever-developing history of four-wheeled vehicles that go impressively fast.

This episode was definitely a fun one. The Spotify link is embedded above, while the YouTube link can be found below. We’ve also listed some of our previous episodes for your viewing and listening pleasure.

Top Gear PH Podcast S2E7 on YouTube

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ILLUSTRATION: Echo Antonio
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