Car Trivia

I’ll admit it: I’m a sucker for audiobooks that demand my full attention, not just my passive listening. *Car Trivia* delivered that and more. Sam Rosenthal’s narration is the secret sauce—his timing is impeccable, whether he’s deadpanning a ridiculous fact (like the VW Beetle’s original nickname, the “Bug”) or building suspense before revealing a jaw-dropper, such as the car that inspired the term “hit and run.” The pacing is brisk, but not so fast that you’ll miss the punchline, and the production quality is top-tier, with no distracting background noise. That said, purists might cringe at the occasional pop-culture heist—like leaning hard into *Fast & Furious* references—but for most listeners, it’s a welcome layer of playfulness. My only real gripe? The book ends too soon. I wanted a post-credits scene, a bonus round of trivia, something to extend the fun. If you’re a family planning a road trip, a car club looking to settle debates, or just someone who loves nerding out on niche knowledge, *Car Trivia* is the audiobook equivalent of a 24-hour drive-thru for your intellect. Five stars, but only if you’re ready to geek out.