Wide Open Throttle
Season 1
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WIDE OPEN THROTTLE (WOT) is Motor Trend's roundup of automotive news and events from around the world. WOT offers in-depth interviews with designers and industry "movers-and-shakers", while highlighting trends and offering exclusive access to premier events.
Where to Watch Season 1
12 Episodes
- Cadillac Puts Hold on ATS CoupeE1
Cadillac Puts Hold on ATS CoupeOn the premiere episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang brings you the latest on Cadillac's decision to suspend ATS Coupe development, the cutting-edge turbo technology destined for Porsche's next-generation 911 Turbo, and all the major automotive players in this year's Super Bowl commercial blitz. Plus Carlos Lago heads to Honda headquarters to tour the secret automotive museum kept hidden from the general public. And Motor Trend's Edward Loh and Angus MacKenzie stop by the WOT studio to debate the potential fallout from Cadillac's surprising ATS reversal. - Hyundai Small Car SurgeE2
Hyundai Small Car SurgeOn this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang brings you the latest on Hyundai's small car surge, Ford's Eco-Boost double-down, and Chrysler's potential Challenger replacement. From England, Paul Horrell gives you an exclusive look at Aston Martin's all new V12 supercar - the Zagato. And Motor Trend's Edward Loh and Angus MacKenzie stop by the WOT studio to share their thoughts on the real world potential of Chevy's startling new concepts, the Code 130R and the Tru 130S. - C7 Corvette Breaks Cover!E4
C7 Corvette Breaks Cover!On this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang brings you the latest on AMG's aggressive rollout schedule, BMW's upcoming green machines and the recently spied Chevrolet C7 Corvette. Kim Reynolds is on location at the press debut of Tesla's all new electric prototype - the Model X. And Motor Trend's Angus MacKenzie stops by to discuss the promise and challenges facing Acura's hotly anticipated 2015 NSX. - 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Revealed!E5
2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Revealed!On this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang brings you the latest on the new 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and 2013 SRT Viper, future ultra-luxury SUVs from Lamborghini & Bentley, and the potential benefits and complications from the announced GM - PSA Peugeot Citroen alliance. Plus Jessi stops by the set of Ignition to talk with Carlos Lago, who gives us a behind-the-scenes look at Motor Trend's weekly first drive program, including a sneak peek at an upcoming episode on the 2013 BMW M5. - Ferrari, Lamborghini & Bugatti Headline Geneva Auto ShowE6
Ferrari, Lamborghini & Bugatti Headline Geneva Auto ShowOn this special episode of Wide Open Throttle, Angus MacKenzie heads to Switzerland to bring you the hottest cars of the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, including the 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, the Lamborghini Aventador J Concept, and the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. - Camaro ZL1 & Jeep Liberty Face SetbacksE7
Camaro ZL1 & Jeep Liberty Face SetbacksOn this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang brings you the latest on Chrysler's new innovative warranty program, GM's Camaro ZL1 delay, Jeep's Liberty recall, and President Obama's proposed electric vehicle credit. Plus Jessi hits the road to test out Polestar's new performance tuning software for Volvo. - Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse: Exclusive Development Drive!E8
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse: Exclusive Development Drive!On this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Motor Trend's John Carey heads to South Africa to ride shotgun in the world's fastest roadster - the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. Plus Jessi Lang reports from the prestigious Mullin Automotive Museum, home to one-of-a-kind treasures like the 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic, valued at an astonishing 40 million dollars! - 12 Hours of Sebring with Audi's R18 TDI!E9
12 Hours of Sebring with Audi's R18 TDI!On this special episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang heads to Sebring, Florida to experience one of the most challenging races on earth: The 12 Hours of Sebring. After race day we take a look in to the future of Audi Motorsport with the team's upcoming electric-powered e-tron quattro race car that the team will be campaigning next year. Plus we get an exclusive interview with Wolfgang Ullrich, Head of Audi Motorsport. - 2013 SRT Viper Revealed!E10
2013 SRT Viper Revealed!On this special episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang heads to Sebring, Florida to experience one of the most challenging races on earth: The 12 Hours of Sebring. After race day we take a look in to the future of Audi Motorsport with the team's upcoming electric-powered e-tron quattro race car that the team will be campaigning next year. Plus we get an exclusive interview with Wolfgang Ullrich, Head of Audi Motorsport. - Porsche 918 Spyder: The Most Technically Ambitious Supercar Ever?E12
Porsche 918 Spyder: The Most Technically Ambitious Supercar Ever?On this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Motor Trend's Paul Horrell heads to Italy's Nardo test track to get under the skin of Porsche's very first rolling chassis 918 Spyder prototype. Plus Motor Trend's Nate Martinez scores an exclusive walkaround with BMW's open-top performance hybrid concept, the i8 Concept Spyder.