Throttle House Car of the Year 2023 (+ Channel Announcement)
Join Throttle Club House now at www.thethrottlehouse.com
The Throttle House Car of the Year (THCOTY) is back for 2023 and this year the guys have some pretty amazing new car releases to pick from. From a Lamborghini Revuelto to a Rolls-Royce Spectre, 2023 was filled with some truly terrific new cars. Get cozy and sit down with Thomas and James as they discuss their 2023 car of the year, some runner ups and how they came to their decision. We hope you enjoy the episode. And then subscribe, silly.
Editor: Karston Chong
Sound: Harrison Dickson and Karston Chong
Magical Genius Logistics Planners: James Engelsman and Joey Alford
EXTRA THROTTLE HOUSE!
/ extrathrottlehouse
Throttle House Merch!
www.thethrottlehouse.com/merc...
Instagram!
/ thethrottlehouse
#2023 #CaroftheYear #ThrottleHouse
If my girl finds out I'm paying $99 a year, I'm going to be in the throttle dog house.
Hahahahahahahaahhaahahahah
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
LMAO!!!!!!!!!
😂😂😂😂
I’d just get the throttle
You guys should do a car of the year but within certain price ranges, loved the video!
So carS of the year?
8 minutes into the video lol
No
That’s kind of what those mentions are for… The issue with price ranges are, that if a car starts $2k under $50k, but with some options (based solely on preference) it will go over $50k, then does that qualify it or disqualifies it? For example, in 2018, I would have said that best car overall under $40k was the Camaro SS It had some things that complicated it so I bought a Mustang GT instead. But the Camaro was better as a sports car. And I love the Miata. Basically what I’m saying is that money defined cars don’t make them the best. Some may be best for you, but not the best car generally. Oh and in 2018 if you wanted to get a Camaro 2SS and some add on’s then it would have gone above $40k…. So then that’s a problem. So if for you the best Camaro SS is over $40k, is that the best car in the $40-50k?
@@maverickphantom005 that is really easy calculus. If the car requires options to be good, it isnt car of the year in its base price. So it doesnt belong in the 40k band...
Man it feels like just last year I watched the Throttle House Car of the Year 2022. Time flies
It was just last year.
@@ruk2023-- 😉
You tube to much your on
@@catonehereok Yoda
Here I am remembering Evo COTY 2012. Time does fly.
Before I watch this video I gottta say, It would be kinda cool for y’all to do a few more couch vids throughout the year. Just a chill discussion about cars kinda like the TG boys used to do would be nice occasionally. Great content this year guys👍🏼
More are on the way! On ETH
@@jamesengelsman9369but not on KZhead.
@JackedUpOnMTDew who are the TG boys? I know as soon as you say I'm gonna be like DUH but I'm drawing a blank at the moment
@@UnorthodoxMasterOfGames Top Gear ( Clarkson, James, & May). Throttle house is what Top gear should be today.
Second this
I love these videos when the boys just sit and talk about the cars they like
fr
You need more categories. Would like to hear what you think is best in class.
As I was watching them discuss the desireliability of the Emira I visited the Lotus website and attempted to use the configurator so I could see it in deep red. "Failed to load image. Click to reload". Never change Lotus, never change.
Throttle House is the only channel on KZhead worth having an ad blocker and not using it. You guys never disappoint.
Uhhhh no, use it no matter what. Everyone should have one and use it, it’s the greatest invention, right up there with the GMA T50 Cosworth engine. It’s just a dream come true.
@@tropicthndrnah. It's good to let the people you like make money.
by watching their videos you are already helping them ........
Prius prime podium finish?! A car someone can actually afford? Nice!
I'm convinced most people feel nothing through their steering wheel. I'm always the only one to notice glaring faults felt through it that no one else feels, which leads to diagnoses of steering, alignment, tire, shocks, or suspension issues. I agree steering is extremely important.
Agreed. If it’s not communicating anything, life becomes much harder especially as you push it.
Electric steering just doesn't work. It just doesn't. You want either unassisted steering, presuming the car is fairly light, or hydraulic assisted steering. Yes, I know, nobody does this anymore, everything is electronic steering...which sucks across the board.
@@LanguagesWithAndrew Electric steering has many different forms as well. Porsche does it quite well, funnily enough I thought my Camry had hydraulic steering but I checked and it's electric. So really it depends on how it's tuned.
And that's the reason most cars have such a numb steering - most people just don't care. If it is comfortable for a daily, which most means easy to position the car, then it is OK.
@@LanguagesWithAndrewexactly. Cars are becoming more and more artificial feeling, and it sucks.
seriously love you guys
Bandito
Thanks for the videos this year! Happy holidays TH
a great and wonderful year from you guys and the team, with each video bringing consistent high-level production and elevated commentary; been watching for a couple of years and y’alls reviews helped me purchase my first car as a recent college grad 🫡 much love and can’t wait to see what y’all do next year!
bladee
real recognize real @@arian9729
Thanks for a great 2023! Please do another special next year.
You guys should do an extra throttle house video stating the best and worst car of each class that you have tested
Awesome video, gents! One suggestion for the future might be to do two versions of this: one for cars regular folks can afford, and then a podium and flat tire awards set for hyper/super/fantasy cars.
It was kinda weird to see prius prime sandwiched between rolls royce and mclaren 😂
Glad to see the expansion and well worth the money gents! You deserve the added support so, at the expense of speaking out of turn, don't be shy about offering the added content! Many other creators are charging (and being paid) far more, for far less quality! Even the merch is a huge example of why you all are so great and so worthy of the support. I can't count the others asking for direct subs and far higher costs that provide absolutely nothing tangible and just do what they would be doing anyway. And in addition to the merch that is already worth the fee to sign up, the kicker discount codes. I will be signing up for sure!
2 random thoughts about the cars mentioned: 1. Revuelto is as close to the LaFerrari as we have gotten 2. BMW lowkey making great EVs (just enter and exit the car blindfolded)
I5 is a good looking car, especially in oxide gray.
@@Bimmer_Bill LOL
Just a Bac Mono heavier than LaFerrari is not exactly "close"
Having driven the Lotus Emira twice. All I can say is it's absolutely phenomenal.,,, I was so close to buying a older Mclaren mp4 12c and if not a 2nd gen r8... But both those cars were missing something, and that was a nice analog involved driving experience. The Emira is in a different category of speed and car, but I don't care it checks all the boxes.
The first gen R8s are more analog than the 2nd gen model. The 1st gens had Hydro steering and a manual, whereas the 2nd gen got way more soft and GT-like...
@rahulmandala4930 Yes I definitely wanted a 1st gen v10 manual R8 but the cost has been pumped up too high imo for 1 car... for my circumstances at least I'd rather have the Emira and something else for v10 manual money. 😖🤨... yeah yeah I know I'm crazy 🤣
There is not a car channel that I enjoy watching more than these 2 guys! By far, the most entertaining and informative, just so well done! Keep it going for 2024!
I work for a Lotus dealer (EU) and you're bang on. Our car park is usually full of broken ones and both our demonstrators are broken, but godamn when they work... it's so worth it. Absolutely fantastic car and even though i see the behind the scenes, I'd still have one in a heartbeat.
That to me is a great indicator if a car is worth it. I've worked for Subaru and now Mercedes professionally. There are not many Subarus I would buy but I would recommend most Benz to anyone who has the money.
@@robertbarksdale3728Except the 4-banger disappointment of the C63S, let them eat crow on the dealership lots for making that stupid decision
@EmetYAHU oh yeah even the c43 is sitting on our lot. Terrible choice.
So thankful for you both, and excited to be a part! 🙂 God Bless & Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays! 🎄
Tom and James are already acting like Lotus owner! "I agree Porsche is a better car but...." and talks about why Lotus is a better car. Basically me everytime at car meet and trackday
As a lotus owner, we learn to love the imperfections.
...or accept them as the cost for the one glorious perfection
That’s so funny
We Porsche owners will be thinking of you EVERY WEEKEND while at the track turning laps. I wouldn't trade my GT4 RS for anything except a GT3 RS. The reliability is absurd. I drive the doors off my Cayman in a way that would melt most cars.
@@michael-masi-2021 great, just watch out with the strut failure 😊
286 units of North American spec Emira are now physically in the United States and many have already been transported to dealers. They are on a stop sale hold nationwide until CARB gives them their papers. Arrivals so far: 2023-12-01 | Baltimore, MD | HOEGH LONDON | Qty 150 | 223,950KG | Lotus Cars USA | LOTUS EMIRA 2023-12-10 | Baltimore, MD | ATLANTIC SEA | Qty 136 | 203,048KG | Lotus Cars USA | LOTUS EMIRA
Been here since around 100k subs. My favorite car channel, and channel in general! Keep it up guys!
Methinks the Prius team need to strut around inside Toyota for having listened to the potential customer feedback on "If you could make it look better, I'd buy." Honorable mention to the Corolla Hybrid, I rode in an Uber driven and it was solid.
Yay Throttle house car year is back
I agree with the Lotus Emira 100% Happy Holidays guys. Looking forward to next year.
The best shifters I’ve ever tried was on a 1990 Honda accord 4 door and 1992 accord. You feel that you’re in control. But remember you have to get a good one of them.
Lifted diesel Gladiator on 37.... Flat tire of the year award for sure for me 😂 I've driven it spiritedly on the hairpin you guys drive and it's sketchy AF lol Have a great Christmas guys. Looking forward to next year's shenanigans 😜
Same truck and 37's. I concur... although... not exactly... what it was intended for lol. Mud -> All-terrains helped a ton. Sketchy AF on the wet. Traction control for the win though! Side note: took it out to CO and did mountain passes at 13k ft and THAT is where it shined... Side note 2: I feel like I need a Miata to continue watching this channel lol. Maybe I can convince the wife... 🤔
I put off #ThrottleHouse for so long, and I am so glad I started watching this year. You guys are really great! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you both, and the team.
Happy New Year to you both
Always look forward to this video. Would be even more fun if it was categorized by car type and class (price range). Keep rolling!
Seems like yesterday that James was sleeping rough on the mean streets of Mayfair. Well done, chaps.
Thank you so much for doing what you do! absolutely my favorite youtube channel period.
No, watch mojo is better.
Always entertaining (and informative). Thank you for a great 2023 and I look forward to this year's videos. One suggestion; get some Lotus's on your Leaderboard. As soon as your Emira arrives and is broken in and please get an Elise/Exige back again for a twirl around your track. I and other Lotus owners would love to see the comparative times. Happy 2024 and keep your revs up!
When i saw your video of the Lotus Emira. I KNEW this car was special. The mesh to see the shifts, the sound, the power and the simply beautiful looks. GOD DAMN I want this car so bad. Never in my life have I wanted to save up for a car until I looked at it. Im so happy to see you guys give it your car of the year!! Hopefully you get it soon!
Somehow that doo doo green looks amazing on the rolls
There should be a Clubhouse tier where we get to drive some of your cars. Like James's Miata? Hmmmmm? I am a safe driver. Signed: Billy.
My girlfriend bought an elantra N 2023 and i bought an Maverick lariat 2023 with the help of ur videos , thanks for all the infos we both love our new cars!
I really enjoy your channel. I don't own any of these, so no emotional scars. Good choices, with good reasoning for each one. From your reviews of the 911 GT3 and the Cayman GT4 I had a strong feeling one of them would get close to THCOTY. Keep up the good work in 2024! Cheers!
Lotus Evora 400 owner here. I never tire of driving it. Always exciting. I do most of my own work. Excellent video.
And it didn’t break down yet?
My dentist has a Lotus and swears by the fun per mile. Can't wait to see the new one on the road near me.
I've been in love with the Emira ever since I first saw it in your review.
You guys are the best, my favourite channel. Keep up the amazing work and videos. In club house maybe a spot that followers can recommend good trustworthy shops where they buy parts or get work done on their cars. Would be super handy.
Love to see the Prius on this list. Car of the year award are usually populated by six figure vehicles.
Throttle House and the quest for more money!
Or you could look at it another way. They have a very high quality genuine platform that affords them the ability and credibility to do this and have acceptance/buy-in. They deserve this continued success because they earned and they are awesome. Not something that could be said for some of the other KZheadrs.
YAY I love when these guys post
Thank You for for giving the integra Type S is flowers it deserves!
100% agree about the top pick. As soon as I saw it, I was at their website designing my own. Unfortunately, I'm not made out of money, so it's still about 80% more than I can afford, so I got the M-sport 2 series instead. I'm happy with my choice, I tell myself. Happy. happy. Don't need an Emira anyway.
The Emira has all kinds of annoying problems anyway. Bullet dodged.
I know what you've done here. Now you are definitely on top of the Emira wait list ;)
love you guys amazing content and funny😃
my Lotus Emira is supposed to arrive around September, yeah its been a long wait and still a painful amount left. super cool my car got 1st! cant wait!
I've been waiting on some of my favorites to do a best of the year!
I thought I wanted the Lotus, but once my local dealer said they'd have mostly the $100k plus models and my corvette wait list got to me... $60,000 corvette was wife-approved and very very nice first/only/last sporty car before I die.
Grats man!
Wish Ford had some road-going model/version of the Ford GT in the same price range. Wouldn't even have to have the extravagant body styling. Supercharged Shelby GT500 engine, RWD, and some kind of sports car definition outside the Mustang lineup. Also wish Ford would take that 2.3L Ecoboost and make a Toyota GR86 competition.
Great lineup. So many good cars this year! Still waiting on my Emira. Slated for production in the late winter last I heard.... who knows :]
As a BMW tech i couldn’t agree more with the XM getting a flat tire…… I wholeheartedly agree it was just a test platform for the new M5 powertrain
I'm glad you chose Emira over GT3 RS. That Porsche undoubtedly is a peach, but it is more track focused. CotY needs to be great at least on roads. Track is a bonus. But that origami infested Porsche is a bit other way around.
It was fantastic meeting you guys in person. Have a wonderful holiday season. Excited to see what is coming next year. Especially reviews on hybrids.
Loved the video!
I've been waiting for this Can't wait
I love how these guys are paying becoming the next Top Gear / Grand Tour, but the actual car reviews with chemistry piece rather than outlandish challenges. Even the awards mirror the format of the old UK top gear awards
Love the new format for this! I feel like for pacing the Flat Tire awards should be earlier, maybe at the very start or before the CoTY itself? Not sure but ending on a high note with the winner + runners up (not runner ups) is a bit more ~feel good~ to me
The revuelto bit reminded me of Top Gear previewing the Reventon. Gets you a lot of baj!
Thank you for the years of entertainment!
Great to see the Emira getting the recognition it deserves. The UK motoring press seems to have forgotten that it exists.
The drawn out launch is part of it. First drives and deliveries were in 2022, so some addressed then. But then 2023 was first drive for many. But then kind of 2024 bc that's when it'll actually launch in many markets.
Reminds me of the drawn out Supra announcements. Or the drawn out Acura Integra announcements. Or the drawn out Nissan Z announcements. The hype was greater than the manifestation.
Thanks for another year of superb videos. Nobody does car content better than my favorite Canadians. Cheers! 🍸
Although I've never seen one, let alone drive, my pick would be the Caymen GT4 RS. For the engine noise alone, though from everything I've seen online, it's all around terrific. But being a working class stiff I hope to some day pick up a more modest entry level last gen 6 cyl. Love your channel guys...always a lot of fun.
Just signed up! Can’t wait to see what your team makes!
The moment I heard you talking about "Flat Tyre Award" I knew c63 is gonna get it.
Se excited for the Throttle House club!
At my work in Lotus Dallas we just delivered 5 new Emiras! With more coming in FINALLY 🙌🏽🤣
hell yeah!!!! totally agree Lotus!!!!!
As someone who is also awaiting an Emira, we learned last month the V6 First Editions will be delivered soon, but the AMG I4 First Editions are delayed until Q12025, so only 15ish months more to wait…
2025?!? That’s crazy
I'd suggest you guys take a look at what Chris and Jordan from the photography community with KZhead channel now Peta pixel have done for their year end wrapups. They have drinking games and its very exciting. Also maybe a collab among Canadian hosts would be cool one day.
Honestly discord access should be free
Happy Christmas. For 2024 please get James to do a comparison of his old Mazda Miata/Mx5 ND1 versus his new ND2, cheers.
*_Happy Holidays everybody!_* Stay classy (and humble) my friends.
Enjoyed car of the year! Would really like to have you do a daily driver of the year. One you could haul the family/friends, great to drive, and some what affordable… say $60000 or less. Prius, I guess would qualify. Enjoy the ride😊
The Acura Integra Type S. Honestly it's high praise to be honored as a runner up among other cars that are 2-5 times its $53k MSRP
Very good ending, the last 10 seconds are the best 😂
I am so excited about this one!
I wish they did it in categories, so we could see their best pick for each section
So I love the 2 tiers for Throttle Club House, but have you considered a 3rd membership level where James posts feet pics? Asking for a friend...
😮 I'm definitely watching this!!!
First shipment of Emira's are in Baltimore, have EPA cert and awaiting CARB. None CARB states are actually receiving their cars as we speak! Ex in CO. Keep your order and do a long term test on it. Will help to dispel some Lotus ownership myths I suspect.
Sad and a bit surprised to not see the Lucid Air get one of the runners up! Seconding other comments saying would love to see best/worst cars broken down by segment or price range! Thanks for a great year of reviews guys ☺️
I know you guys have at least 1 sim rig between you guys. I've seen that you guys run Assetto Corsa; do you guys run any other sims? RFactor 2 is by far my fave sim in terms of vehicle dynamics. I'd love to see you guys run a stream or something! Show off your driving chops against some fans!
I’ve only played Assetto Corsa and Assetto Corsa Competizione. How would you compare the vehicle dynamics in RFactor 2 vs iRacing? I know iRacing is more popular but also more expensive. Also what’s your rig/setup? I use the Thrustmaster T300 with the 599XX Evo steering wheel and T-LCM pedals on a Playseat Challenge fold up rig. I’d love to upgrade to direct drive, but I don’t know if I can justify switching architectures and spending more money since I’m in college right now and hardly have time to play it.
@@Toolace I think iRacing is good, while they feel different, overall it's about on Par with ACC in terms of handling (but the FFB on iRacing is the worst). But I find RFactor 2 to be LEAGUES ahead of iRacing in terms of vehicle dynamics, physics and Force Feedback. There are certain cars in RF2 that no other sim comes close to; like the Historics, open wheelers etc. Way more dynamic and connected than other sims. Drive Rf2 then iRacing back to back, and iRacing feels totally numb. I use a Moza R9 and Sim Jack Pro pedals, but I just very recently moved from a Thustmaster T500Rs and modded TLCMs. Definitely a very worthwhile upgrade, but the T300/TLCMs are enough to have fun and be competitive in all sims so don't feel like you NEED to upgrade. I enjoy sims much more since getting a DD/better pedals, but I am only marginally faster, and I was happy with my Thrustmaster setup for YEARS. If you are gonna stay with TLCMs for awhile, definitely do upgrade to polyurethane brake bushings though. Do you use single screen, Ultrawide, triples or VR? I currently race in VR with a Reverb G2 and can never go back to screens. I'd personally recommend moving to triples or VR before I upgraded my wheel/pedals from what you have. And definitely try Rfactor 2, there is NO sim that gives me the level of connection to the car that RF2 does. This was true even on my Thrustmaster setup, but how good it feels is only more pronounced since I upgraded. I post some RFactor 2 videos on my channel, nobody watches em for the most part, but if you want to see how the sim looks in VR, feel free to check it out lol
I have wanted a Lotus since I was a kid in High School and Bond drove one!
I agree with a couple other folks, you need car of the year in different price ranges. Here's my suggestion ... $50k and below $50k-100k $100k and above. I think this matches what ... many Americans can afford, some Americans can afford and only rich people can attain. (granted most Americans can only afford a used car in the $20k range) -- Communicating that a 3rd place car which starts at $28k and a 2nd place car that's $250k+ is wonky at best. Forget the honorable mentions and 4th - 7th place ... 3 podium spots in 3 pricing categories. -- Love you guys, but please make this change for next year and going forward.
Solid choice guys! The Emira is a great car. I ended up cancelling my order, but will be first in line for an upgraded future version (as long as I can still get one with 3 pedals)! 👽
3 pedals is so yawn. What we need is dual clutch with paddles.
@@michael-masi-2021 Flappy-paddle gearbox is so yawn. What we need is a vehicle that invites engagement and control, not takes it away, replacing growth of skill and talent with computer chips.
Love the video! Little sad the new RS3 didn’t get an honorable mention especially since the new M2 did
Agreed
RS3 is fantastic! But its a car that we filmed last year so doesn't quite make it to this year's discussion
30-24 Go Blue!
Love these car talks. As a Gay Car nut, love the combo with cars and socked feet❤.
Thank you for the Flat Tire Awards. Some manufacturers need to be called out. Love the channel!
Having spent an awful lot of time in an Emira, I'll never understand it winning any awards. It's very pretty, unique, and one of the more raw experiences you can get these days, but there are just so many flaws and drawbacks that push it away from an 'of the year' award. That said, this is a fantastic video and I'm glad Throttle House continues to churn out such quality content. Thanks for 2023, TH gang, looking forward to '24!
They kinda said it themselves, they didn't want to give it to the Porsche again lol
What are the most significant flaws and drawbacks in your experience?
As a multi-Lotus owner... I get it. The Throttle House guys and I are on the same page. I actually cheered out loud when they announced the Emira as the winner.
Do you own one? I seriously would like your take as I have one on order
@@sc705 Exige and Evora S. But the Emira is next. If it's basically a heavily updated Evora S, then I know I will love it.
man the emira looks so damn pretty ❤ top of my list of favourite cars
My friend's buddy is getting T50, being built now. They already had test drive and custom fit/tailoring. Can't wait to see/hear it in person. May be one of the first in California. I'll post pics when I can.
Jealous
Damn i love throttle house and watch them for over 3+ years and i never thought their financial situation will ever go to such a level that they need to make a subscription for something they provide. Although i will still support them because they make awesome videos and they're dope and i respect them.
Would love to see you all do an endurance race like 24hr of lemons.
Is that like... a 24-hour race with only lemon cars or... ?
Artura came with an option called 'stop touching my screen, just drive'
I worked at bmw when the xm came out and when they brought it to us it looked funky, had problems on delivery and was significantly slower than an older x5m
You guys do more than car reviews 🎉🎉