Jay Leno's Garage
Comedian and former Tonight Show host Jay Leno shares his passion for motor vehicles. Jay and guests drive cars, motorbikes and anything that moves all while meeting new people and exploring the rich motoring history of America and beyond.
Genre: Documentary
Cast:Jay Leno , Donald Osborne , Tim Allen , Jeff Dunham , Alonzo Bodden , Gabriel Iglesias , Ben Collins , Brad Garrett , Adam Carolla , Jack Gill , Leslie Kendall , Gene Winfield , Beau Boeckmann , Alan Stulberg , Billy Gardell , Steve Hofmann , George Swift , Rod Emory
S1.E1 ∙ American Muscle
In this high-octane premiere, Jay revisits the American muscle car golden era. He explores what started the trend, why they're so valuable today, and if there's a rebirth on the horizon. He visits pal and muscle car aficionado Tim Allen.
S1.E2 ∙ California Cruisin'
A tour of California features a ride with a legendary motorcycle club; a visit with east Los Angeles hot-rodders; an exploration of the Ridge Route; and a look inside a secret vault at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.
S1.E3 ∙ The Driving Force
Baseball player C.J. Wilson, automaker John Hennessey and actor Laurence Fishburne discuss their passion for cars.
S1.E4 ∙ Off the Beaten Path
Jay explores rough terrain with off-road racer Amy Lerner and races ventriloquist Jeff Dunham in an amphibious car. Also: a look at designer Baron Margo' creations.
S1.E5 ∙ Beasts of Burden
Jay drives a fire truck through the winding streets of San Francisco; races an Abrams tank at Fort Irwin in California; travels at high speeds with the Secret Service; and examines an alternative to the postal truck.
S1.E6 ∙ Competitive Nature
A look at famous rivalries in the automotive industry. Also: Jay races a driverless car from Audi; and discusses the spirit of competition with racing legend Mario Andretti.
S1.E7 ∙ Design of the Times
A look at vehicle design includes a visit to Keanu Reeves' motorcycle studio; and a study of aerodynamics at a racetrack. Also: Jay learns the process of making-and wrecking-movie cars; and designs his own car.
S1.E8 ∙ The Cars of Tomorrow
Francis Ford Coppola is interviewed. Also: Jay drives a 3-D printed car; and observes vehicles that can go over 3000 miles per gallon.
S2.E1 ∙ Supercars
Jay Leno explores the wild designs and cutting-edge technology behind the world's most coveted vehicles: supercars. With guests Robert Herjavec, Nick Cannon and Alonzo Bodden.
S2.E2 ∙ Crime Fighters
Jay Leno explores the cars behind the world's most powerful crime-fighters. He practices high-speed maneuvers with the LAPD, plays superhero for the day in a Batmobile, and talks Ghostbusters and Blues Brothers with gearhead Dan Aykroyd.
S2.E3 ∙ Anything But Four Wheels
Two-wheel stunt driving; the three-wheel iRoad vehicle. Also: A ride in the Hemi Under Glass; snowmobiling with X Games medalist Doug Henry.
S2.E4 ∙ Anarchy on Wheels
Jay joins a Mad-Max inspired car culture, dives head first into the risky world of motorcycle sidecar roadracing, and entertains crowds in a massive monster truck.
S2.E5 ∙ Essence of Cool
Jay takes a motorcycle road trip with rock legend Anthony Kiedis, learns how to drive like James Bond with stuntman Ben Collins, and cruises through the Hollywood Hills with his own personal icon, jazzman Herbie Hancock.
S2.E6 ∙ Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
Jay faces off against his old friend and rival, Tim Allen, in a Camry with 800 horsepower; meets a man who turns rust-buckets into race-worthy works of art; cruises with David Spade and goes head-to-head against a jet-powered ex-Mennonite.
S2.E7 ∙ Love Stories
Jay explores the deep emotional bond people have with cars. He meets one of Joe Biden's great loves, a '67 Corvette; sets up a race between the Vice President and Colin Powell; rides with Bill Goldberg; and goes camping Gabriel Iglesias.
S2.E8 ∙ Original and Unrestored
Jay dives deep into the world of unrestored classic cars and the passionate collectors who pay big bucks for them including Jerry Seinfeld's Porsches, a vintage racecar with Patrick Dempsey, and a Las Vegas man who owns 33 1941 Cadillacs.
S2.E9 ∙ Music and Cars
Jay Leno rides in rock legend Sammy Hagar's "I Can't Drive 55" Ferrari; visits Brad Paisley's tour bus; dresses up in the iconic Liberace Zimmer; and chauffeurs car lover and pop legend Kelly Rowland in a million dollar vintage Bentley.
S2.E10 ∙ Old School vs. New School
Jay Leno puts Joey Logano into a 1960s race car; talks Corvettes with Caitlyn Jenner and Kendall Jenner; explores autonomous driving in a Tesla and 1956 Firebird; and meets a high school teen that designs a new type of solar race car.
S2.E11 ∙ Just Add Water
Jay and comedian pal Jeff Dunham race the fastest amphibious cars on the market, then Jay hits the high seas in a massive Navy hovercraft, fights fire with a vintage steam truck and drives a wet race course wearing a drunk-simulation suit.
S2.E12 ∙ Space Age
Jay explores the influence of outer space on car design, technology and culture. He visit Edwards Air Force Base with astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson and discusses space's influence on design with pop culture historian Charles Phoenix.
S3.E1 ∙ Made in America
Jay heads to George W. Bush's ranch to ask all about his famous Ford pickup, challenges Wanda Sykes to a race in a minivan, takes a ride with Billy Gardell, and gets his feathers ruffled by Gabriel Iglesias' Smokey and the Bandit Trans-Am.
S3.E2 ∙ Larger Than Life
Jay heads to Las Vegas to cruise around with Brad Garrett, goes on an adventure in J.B. Smoove's boat-sized Lincoln, works up an appetite in a giant hot dog car, heads out on a training mission with Marines, and drives an upsized VW Bug.
S3.E3 ∙ Losing Control
Jay competes in a drifting race against his nemesis Tim Allen, learns the finer points of "mudding" in Georgia, slides over snowy slopes in a race against Katherine Legge, and participates in his first demolition derby.
S3.E4 ∙ Victory Lane
Jay challenges fellow comedian Alonzo Bodden to a semi-friendly dirt bike race, gets pointers from IndyCar champion Scott Dixon, and hears the inspiring story of a champion racer who became the first quadriplegic with a driver's license.
S3.E5 ∙ Outside the Box
Inspired by vehicular rule-breakers, Jay cruises in a Pink Panthermobile, chats with legendary customizer Ed Newton, sees inside Jeff Dunham's wacky garage, rides in a giant art car made for Burning Man, and splashes in a hot-tub Cadillac.
S3.E6 ∙ Child at Heart
Car lovers who never want to grow up; Michael Strahan and Josh Duhamel surprise a special kid; a four-story, motorized fire-breathing dinosaur; Jay tours the 85-acre playground of Pixar's John Lasseter; and grumpy comedian Jeremy Hotz.
S3.E7 ∙ Hand Made
Jay takes a vintage belly tank racer out onto a dry lake bed, talks hand-crafted Bentleys with comedian Russell Peters, surprises an iconic Porsche customizer, and spends the day with a reformed bad boy who helps troubled youth.
S3.E8 ∙ Keys to Happiness
Jay meets actor Dax Shepard's true love, a '94 Buick Roadmaster, learns to rally with adrenaline-junkie Bucky Lasek, delivers pizzas with Papa John, donates a custom car to a disabled veteran and learns how to manage road rage with a yogi.
S3.E9 ∙ The Car My Father Drove
Jay hangs out with Richard and Kyle Petty, heads to the Riverside County Fair to learn the art of tractor pulling, meets a girl who restored a Mustang and an airplane with her dad, and gets invited to a Shelby family reunion.
S3.E10 ∙ The Next Generation
Jay becomes the first customer to receive Ford's new GT, goes sidecar off-roading with comedian Alonzo Bodden, checks out a vehicle that can become anything you want on the big screen, and meets up with legendary newsman Ted Koppel.
S3.E11 ∙ In Harm's Way
Jay hangs out with Travis Pastrana, meets famous stunt driver Debbie Evans who faces her fears for money, teaches Gilbert Gottfried to drive a new Ferrari, and talks saving lives and specialized vehicles with airport firefighters.
S3.E12 ∙ Any Which Way but Gas
Jay explores the most exciting alternatives to standard fuel, meets up with Arnold Schwarzenegger to check out the Governator's G-Wagon, and goes deep into rural California to revisit a time when burning wood could run cars.
S3.E13 ∙ Closed Roads
Jay meets famed driver Ben "The Stig" Collins to drive a 2018 Hyundai Kona, explores tanks and robots, climbs intense inclines in a Jeep Wrangler prototype, and competes against race car driver Bryce Menzies in a soapbox race.
S3.E14 ∙ More Power
Jay hits the drag strip with Dee Snider in the new Dodge Demon, heads to the largest borax mine in North America to drive a huge truck, gets an early look at the Bugatti Chiron with Jessi Combs and explores a brand-new electric sports car.
S3.E15 ∙ Living the Dream
Jay meets up with Bill Burr in a 65 Buick Riviera, checks out Adam Carolla's collection of Paul Newman race cars, drives a Stanley Steamer up Mt. Washington, and learns about Nissan GT Academy where video gamers become professional racers.
S3.E16 ∙ Getting Away
From high-speed movie chases, to relaxing family vacations, Jay looks at every possible type of getaway, including criminal escapes, averting traffic tickets, avoiding discrimination, and getting away with your life.
S4.E1 ∙ Movie Cars
BABY DRIVER star Jamie Foxx reveals his driving skills; stunt driver Ben Collins re-creates the chase scene from THE SPY WHO LOVED ME; the original BULLITT Mustang; musician James Taylor reunites with the car from TWO LANE BLACKTOP.
S4.E2 ∙ Over the Top
Jay enlists Terry Crews as guest announcer; sees Guy Fieri's muscle cars and grocery getter; meets a man and cat with a modified Jaguar and Learjet trailer; pilots a MegaBot; and drives an inverted Camaro, two-way Civic and Nudie's wagon.
S4.E3 ∙ The Motor City
Jay explores the past, present and future of Detroit; he takes actor Tim Allen down memory lane; he tests the newest Corvette; R&B singer Martha Reeves schools Jay on the history of Motown; and he takes a ride in a "mutant vehicle."
S4.E4 ∙ Down and Dirty
Jay learns desert orienteering with skateboarder Bucky Lasek; puts a blue-collar twist on a luxury car race with Jeff Foxworthy; goes on a training exercise with Montrose Search and Rescue; and tries a prototype electric off-road vehicle.
S4.E5 ∙ Rebels
TV's Craig Ferguson teaches Jay how to be a rebel in a British mail delivery car; Jay talks about bootlegging with NASCAR team owner Ray Evernham; and he checks out a radical hot rod Rolls Royce and a Dodge Hellcat trapped in a Prius body.
S4.E6 ∙ Cars of the Sports Stars
Jay goes head-to-head on the drag strip against former NFL quarterback Terry Bradshaw; takes comic Billy Crystal for a drive in Muhammad Ali's old Alfa Romeo; and surprises golfer Bubba Watson with the KITT car from "Knight Rider."
S4.E7 ∙ One of a Kind
Jay takes a trip with comic Chris Hardwick in the DeLorean from "Back to the Future"; he drives one of the most dangerous cars ever made with Jalopnik writer Jason Torchinsky; and is treated to a ride in comic Jeff Dunham's "Hard Hat" car.
S4.E8 ∙ Size Matters
Jay explores tiny cars and big machines; crushes things in a tank with Arnold Schwarzenegger; drives a dwarf replica car with Brad Garrett; tours Lane Motor Museum's wackiest micro cars; and looks at a Hennessey truck named for a dinosaur.
S4.E9 ∙ Rolling Sculpture
Jay explores cars that are rolling works of art. He and TV host Trevor Noah take a ride in an outrageous Lamborghini Aventador; he meets Chris Runge, a designer who crafts works of moving art; and he talks to custom car designer Rick Dore.
S4.E10 ∙ Hard Work Pays Off
In this episode, Jay meets up with some of the hardest working car people he knows and sees the fruits of their labor. First up is actor, writer, director, and now studio head Tyler Perry-a fan of both luxury cars and airplanes! Then, music legend Richard Carpenter gives Jay a tour of his impressive classic car collection, which he's been working on for over 50 years. Jay learns how Roger Penske, race team owner and businessman, became one of the driving forces behind the rebirth of Detroit and rides in one of the most coveted resto-mods in the world - Rod Emory's meticulously crafted "Outlaw" Porsche. Watch as Jay proves that through hard work, anything can be achieved.
S4.E11 ∙ Prodigies
Jay meets young car enthusiasts: a stunt driver who goes head to head with her father; pre-teen kart racers; a youngster who built an electric car; a teenager who restored a vintage tractor; and a female pro racer headed to Harvard.
S4.E12 ∙ Origins
In this episode, Jay Leno explores how a love of cars begins. Mitt Romney's passion started with his dad, who was president of American Motors, while Weird Al Yankovic has only ever loved one vehicle-his first family car! And he even wrote a song about it! Jay inherited Johnny Carson's ride and reminisces about his Tonight Show predecessor and fellow-car lover on a cruise around Johnny Carson Park. Then Jay talks with the Tesla chief designer about the company's origin and takes a very fast ride in their newest roadster!
S4.E13 ∙ Second Chances
Cars can have many different lives-they can start off as one thing and transform into something completely different. The same goes for the people who drive them. Chris "Captain America" Evans shows off his 1967 Camaro resto-mod-a car so powerful, it takes many tries to learn how to drive it! Jay meets up with famed builder Bodie Stroud, a man who made the most of his second chance by giving cars their second chance. Adam Carolla has been on Jay Leno's Garage a few times-and every time his car has failed! Now Jay's giving him another shot in a Porsche 935 racecar that was driven by Paul Newman and had many different identities. Finally, Jay heads to EV West where vintage cars are getting updated with electric engines.
S4.E14 ∙ Limited Funds Unlimited Fun!
Jay learns how to have fun on a budget with comic Billy Gardell in his vintage 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible; with the creators of the Gambler 500 rally; and with Donut Media's James Pumphrey, who shares his enthusiasm for the MR2.
S4.E15 ∙ General Badassery
What makes a car badass? Actor Josh Duhamel gets to answer that question while driving Jay's 1963 split-window Corvette-his all-time dream car-and then paces a race in the new ZR1. Then, Jay speeds up the pace in the fastest car in the world, the record-breaking Koenigsegg Agera RS. It's the definition of mind-blowing! Actor/bodyguard/Ex-Hell's Angel Chuck Zito then shows Jay how to be a badass in his heavily modified 57 Chevy called "The Beast from the East." What's more badass than redesigning your own car? Jay also gets to learn a few things on the track in the new 720 S McLaren, a car that does all of the work. And Jay meets one of the oldest badasses in town: an 81-year-old woman with an original Shelby 350!
S4.E16 ∙ Going the Distance
Some vehicles are meant to be driven long-distance, whether it's for racing or vacationing. Ken Block shows off his rally-racing chops at his Utah spread and takes Jay for a ride in his outrageous Group B car. Then Jay and blogger Matt Farah decide to learn a bit more about racing at Dirt Fish rally school in Seattle and a muddy competition ensues. Jay meets a group of motorcycle riders who take an annual road trip in honor of the first female African-American motorcyclist to have crossed the country, Bessie Stringfield. Then home designer Pierre Bogros teaches Jay about going the distance in style-in his custom designed, luxury Airstream trailer. And Jay learns about the venerable history of the Land Rover, while driving through Hungry Valley with Dana Williamson of the Petersen Automotive Museum.
S5.E1 ∙ Tough Enough
Showcasing the world's toughest vehicles, Jay tests meteorologist Reed Timmer's storm-proof SRV; meets injured veterans who use racing as rehabilitation; pushes an armored car to the limit; and does some crazy off-roading with Kevin Hart.
S5.E2 ∙ Cult Classics
Jay asks what makes a car a cult classic. Actor Charlie Sheen shows off The Wraith Turbo Interceptor; musician Billy Joel shares his vintage motorcycle collection; Jay attempts to drive the Landmaster; and the AMC Pacer vs. AMC Gremlin.
S5.E3 ∙ Truly Unconventional
Jay celebrates unconventional vehicles with comic Jeff Dunham in Seabreachers; driving The 24 Hours of Lemons; with actress Lea DeLaria in a Vicious Mustang; cruising in a DeLorean hovercraft; and attempting a speed record on a lawnmower.
S5.E4 ∙ Modern Icons
Jay and actor Tim Allen debate which vehicles are the most iconic; singer Keith Urban shows off his Pagani, while actor Brad Garrett shows off his Aston Martin; and race car driver Willy T. Ribbs tells stories about his Cadillac.
S5.E5 ∙ Innovations and Breakthroughs
Jay explores the latest developments and newest vehicles: he drives the Phantom car; puts a coin in a vending machine to dispense an electric drift car; drives a souped-up minivan; and comic Jim Jeffries shows off an electric Corvette.
S5.E6 ∙ Sky's the Limit
Jay pays homage to vehicles influenced by the science of flight and he goes in the air with actor John Travolta to discuss his fascination with airplanes and airplane influenced cars.
S5.E7 ∙ Unsung Heroes
Jay explores dangerous and under-appreciated automotive jobs: he celebrates pit crews and stuntmen; he and Martha Stewart take a ride in her pristine Edsel wagon; and he joins a NASCAR pit crew to assist driver Joey Logano during a race.
S5.E8 ∙ Built for Speed
Jay has the need for speed as he talks race rivalries with Matt Damon, who stars as Carroll Shelby in the upcoming film Ford v Ferrari (2019), and tries an all-American GT500. Avril Lavigne becomes the newest student at Jay's Driving School.
S5.E9 ∙ Dare to Dream
Jay hits the to road to meet people who've had the courage to throw caution to the wind and go for it. Guests include Blake Shelton, Adam Carolla, and Norm Macdonald.
S5.E10 ∙ Risk vs. Reward
Jay learns the automotive world is not for the risk-averse. First, he meets up with maverick tech entrepreneur Elon Musk to test drive his Cybertruck prototype.
S5.E11 ∙ Dare to Be Different
Jay meets people who seek out new and different-and often ridiculous-automotive experiences. With guests Brad Garrett, Bill Burr and Tim Allen.
S5.E12 ∙ Even Tougher
In this dirt-spraying, rubber-burning, water-splashing episode, Jay and his friends push purpose-built vehicles to their limits.
S5.E13 ∙ In Pursuit of Perfection
We are all striving to be perfect. While it eludes many of us, these cars and the people who drive them come pretty damn close.
S5.E14 ∙ Road Trip
Jay hits the open road with Kelly Clarkson, Billy Gardell, Craig Ferguson and more to discover what makes the perfect road trip.
S5.E15 ∙ You Are What You Drive
Does the person make the car or does the car make the person? Find out.
S5.E16 ∙ All Play and No Work
Some cars are only meant for fun; former "Dirty Jobs" host Mike Rowe drives the actual 1978 Pontiac Firebird from the 1978/1979 season of the "Rockford Files"; Jay and off-road bad ass Jolene Van Vugt go to the desert to test out Polaris' Razor; NASCAR legend Kurt Busch plays stump the racer legend in 3 cars including a 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300SE 6.3; competition with comedian Alonzo Bodden; and appraiser Donald Osborne accesses a 2010 Tesla Roadster.
S6.E1 ∙ Big Dreams
Jay Leno kicks Drew Carey's soccer dreams into high gear; James Corden tries to steal Jay's Jag; Jay and Gary Sinise salute a decorated veteran who's helping other vets achieve their dreams; Tammy Pescatelli may be the first to crash car.
S6.E2 ∙ Don't Blink
Jay and Tim Allen go helmet to helmet in an otherworldly shuttle-van Space Race. Brad Garrett learns how to pedal his way across the finish line. Brad Paisley trades his donkey for an all-new 2021 Corvette C8.
S6.E3 ∙ Versatility
Mark Cuban sinks his shark teeth into a classic Cadillac El Dorado convertible. Jay puts only one degree of separation between Kevin Bacon and the all-new Ford Bronco.
S6.E4 ∙ The Great Outdoors
Jay off-road races American Idol Kelly Clarkson in the mother of all minivans; Jay gets an exclusive first look at the ultimate eco-friendly off-roader: the all-new, all-electric Hummer.
S6.E5 ∙ True Grit
Jay will take the hilarious Tiffany Haddish on the ride of her automotive life. Jay lets big time funnyman Bert Kresicher out of his truck. Ford CEO Jim Farley doesn't follow in the footsteps of some other famous Farley family funnymen.
