IAG Thursday Thing EP.102: Subaru Concepts and BRZ's to the Tail of the Dragon!!
IAG Performance Thursday Thing!Show Notes
Episode 102 of IAG Thursday Thing brings the heat! Dewey and Warranty dive into Subaru’s shocking reveal of two STI concepts — the electric STI E and the gas-powered STI B — and debate whether the brand can still deliver that raw, driver-focused magic.From horsepower speculation to pricing predictions, they unpack everything enthusiasts are buzzing about and what this could mean for Subaru’s future.Then, the guys switch gears to relive their Tale of the Dragon trip — a winding mountain adventure full of high-speed turns, mechanical insights, and emotional moments behind the wheel. Dewey’s BRZ, a Porsche Cayman, and a few suspension tweaks later, they rediscover what makes driving feel alive.Topics include: Subaru STI B & STI E concept breakdown Engine + drivetrain predictions Real talk on performance car pricing Tail of the Dragon trip stories & car setup lessons The emotional connection that makes a car more than just metalBuckle up — this one’s part car talk, part therapy session for Subaru nuts.
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