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We've got a great show
for you tonight, folks.

My first guest is the incredibly
handsome star

of the Quick and the Dangerous
film franchise.

Please welcome Chase Wheeler!

Hi, Chase.

- It's so great to have you here.
- Thanks, Nikki,

but the pleasure's all mine.

Now, you're here to promote
the 11th installment

of the Quick and the Dangerous franchise,

Still Quick, Still Dangerous.
And I have to say,

I am a huge fan.

- Well, I'm a huge fan of yours.
- Really?

You're smart and funny,

and a role model to aspiring
female mechanics everywhere.

Not only are you one of the best
mechanics in the country,

you're also the most beautiful.

And as you know,
the Quick movies aren't just

about cars, they're about
finding your tribe.

And I want you to become
a part of mine.

What do you say?

Nikki?

Nikki?

Nikki? Nikki!

- Nikki!
- Oh!

Sorry, hey.

- Are we all set here?
- Yeah.

Looks like Mr. Holden wants
to pick up

his ride a little bit early.

- So, uh, what'd you do?
- Um, open up the air intake

to get more power from
the crank.

I also added a custom chrome
12-inch exhaust

to override the output.
Pretty cool, right?

Nice work. No one does
it like you, Sparks.

I'm gonna get started on
Mr. Montoya's Mercedes.

Uh, not so fast.

I think uh, maybe you should be
the one to hand this one over.

What? Me?

- Well, you did all the work.
- Yeah, I know but I...

But nothing. Look at him,

he's not a bad looking guy.
Plus, I hear he's a top TV exec.

So, he's probably taken.

Trust me, Sparks, no married
man drives a car like that.

- You do not give up, do you?
- Nope.

Now, look alive, kiddo,
here he comes.

Thank you, Larry.
Yeah. Um, excuse me?

Yep, uh, tires look good, too.

- Hi.
- Hey... there.

So, is she ready to go?

- Who?
- My car.

Oh, uh, yeah, yeah,
she's-she's ready.

Well, at least we know
the alarm still works.

Yeah.

Do you know if the mechanic
is still around?

He's done such a good
job on my car,

I'd like to thank him myself.

Oh, I guess um, I'm the he.

I mean, the he's me.

I'm not a he but it's...
it's me.

I'm the mechanic.

Wow, a female mechanic.
You are a rare breed.

Yeah, it's a pretty
small convention.

- I bet.
- Yeah, I actually think

it's a real shame there aren't
more women in the field.

I just read an article about
how the auto industry

needs more female
trailblazers to survive.

- Hmm.
- I can uh, show it to you

really quick, if you wanna
check it out. It's pretty cool.

Uh, sure.

Okay. Um... whoops.

Whoops, photo of my cat.
Whoops, photo of my cat.

Photo of my cat,
photo of my cat.

You know... yeah, I'll just
show it to you another time.

Sure. Again, thank you
very much for my car.

Yeah.

- Jeremy?
- Hmm?

Are you even listening?

Sorry, I'm...

You do know it's Saturday

and you're at your niece's 13th
birthday party?

Yeah, just Chase
is my biggest client

and there aren't really days off
in the PR world.

Oh, my little brother,
always the people pleaser.

You're aware
of the word no, right?

Mm-hmm, yeah, it's what
the uh, the partners are gonna

tell me if I don't
keep Chase happy.

Yeah, well, what about
what makes you happy?

I will be happy
when I make partner.

And then will you finally
have a social life?

What's that supposed to mean?

When was the last time
you went out on a date?

- Um...
- It's been two years

since Hannah.

It's not like I don't wanna
meet someone.

You know I wanna start a family.
It's just right now...

Shoot. Gotta run.

- Another Chase emergency?
- Yeah.

Thank you for
understanding. Mwah.

Uh, this is not
me understanding.

Give Charlie another
birthday hug for me.

- That was painful to watch.
- Yeah. Yeah, it was brutal.

Uh, come on guys,
it wasn't that bad.

Hmm, it was like watching
a tuna fish

try to do the macarena.

We're just messing
with you, Sparks.

- It's only 'cause we love you.
- Yeah, and 'cause watching

you flirt is like watching
a monster truck rally.

It's all fun at the beginning,
but afterwards,

you just feel bad
for everyone involved.

Uh, Carlos!

Seriously though,
when's the last time

you went on a real date, hmm?

When were the last Olympics?

Winter or Summer?

Yeah, that's uh,
that's not a good sign.

It's not that I don't
wanna meet someone,

it's just, I don't know,
I haven't met someone

- that makes me want to...
- Flirt like a human being?

- Take the risk.
- Hmm.

Well, you're certainly not
gonna meet someone

spending all your time
at the shop.

Exactly. There's a whole
big world out there for you.

All you need is a little spark.

Can't believe she tried
sticking a 3/4ths wrench

- into a 5/16ths socket.
- Okay, but I made it work.

Hey, she can make it work.
I know, she's good.

- She probably could.
- I do.

No... way.

Try it now.

What, you know that guy?

Know him?
That's Chase Wheeler.

Come on, come on, come on.

Nothing.

- The movie guy?
- Yeah, hey,

Nikki has a bit
of a crush on him.

Looks like he could use
a little help.

What? No, no, I...
I can't. I can't.

Come on, you know
you wanna get your hands

on that sweet ride.

Plus, working on the car
would be nice, too.

That's not funny.

Hey look, tell ya what,

you do it and I'll let you take
out Tilly for the afternoon.

The SS Matti?

But you don't let
anyone drive that. Ugh.

Come on.

Okay.

- Got any popcorn?
- Watch this.

Car troubles?

How'd you guess?

I'm psychic.

And a mechanic.
Do you want a hand?

Oh, please.

Chase, we lucked out. Uh...

Listen, now is not a great time.

- Hi.
- My PR guy can give you

- a signed headshot.
- Uh...

Jamie, get another
one out of the box.

That's not actually what I...

Uh, thanks Jamie, but that's...

Uh, it's uh, it's Jeremy.

- But he called you...
- Yeah, I know,

it's um, it's a thing.

Okay.

I was actually wondering
if I could give you a hand?

Thanks, but I think I know
my way around this car.

I've driven it in 11 movies.

Try it now.

Right.

Still nothing.

Hi.

You know, I've seen those
movies a lot

and I wouldn't exactly call
them scientifically accurate.

And you think you can do better?

I mean, these overalls
aren't just to keep

ketchup off my shirt.

Three things you need
to think about

when trying to work out
why your car won't start.

One, fuel. Two, battery.
Three, everything else.

When was the last
time you filled up?

- I am not out of gas.
- Great.

And I'm guessing by
the jumper cables down there

that it's not
the battery either?

Perfect, so that leaves
a few other things.

I saw you messing around
with the alternator.

It's not that.
And even if it was,

you're not fixing that here.

Starter looks pretty new,
same with the air filter.

So, if I had to guess...

Yep, it's the spark plug.

The wire's bad.
Shouldn't be too hard to fix.

Pliers?

We just need to open up
the crimp connection.

Screwdriver.

And replace the old broken wire

with the part that is intact.

Close it all up.

And give it a shot.

Okay.

Hey, it worked!

- It worked.
- There it is.

Okay, great.
Let's get outta here

- before this day gets any worse.
- Sure. Yeah, all right. Um,

just gimme one second.

Move it or lose it, buddy.

All right. Let's uh...

- What were you trying to...
- Let's go.

I'm still surprised
you did that, kid.

You were pretty
amazing out there.

Yeah, I don't think Chance
is gonna forget

- meeting you anytime soon.
- Too bad you left

before he could
give you his number.

Okay, first of all, it's Chase.

And second, can we please
just drop it?

I don't think I've ever been
so embarrassed in my life.

Why? You were great.

I've never seen you
more confident.

Yeah. I mean, you've been
letting that handsome barista

call you Vikki
for the past five years now.

Where'd you get
all that spice from?

I don't know.

I saw this little girl
in the crowd and...

the way that she was
looking up at me, I just...

I wanted to show her
that we can do all the things

that men can do.

Well, I think you
showed everybody that.

Yeah, and set a new land speed
record when you were done.

Yeah. I've never seen
someone move so fast.

Okay, well, I'm glad
that you guys were entertained,

but I can promise you
that I will never be doing

anything like that ever again.

All right, speedy.

Three things
you need to think about

when trying to work out
why your car won't start.

One, fuel. Two, battery.
And three, everything else.

The video is sure
to make the fiery star see red

as his handy heroine
looks more like a character

from the Quick franchise
than Chase himself.

I'm guessing
by the jumper cable...

Not exactly an ideal way
to start the week now, is it?

Okay, it's bad,
but I can turn this around.

- I know exactly how to.
- Yeah, well, great.

Be sure to tell it
to Chase's new PR agency.

What?

He fired us this morning.

Because of one video?

Well, the video got
over five million views.

And Chase feels that it
hurt his brand irreparably.

Let me talk to him.
I can straighten this out.

We already tried. Trust me,

you do not wanna
talk to him right now.

He is one of his moods.

You know, for an actor,
the man knows surprisingly

few words.
And unlike his movies,

most of them aren't PG-13.

Trust me, I can fix this.

The damage is done.

It's time to focus
on moving forward.

And as you know,
Chase is up to be the next host

on American Wheels.
Now, it is the biggest talk show

in the world for car enthusiasts
and we need a new frontrunner.

Okay, right.
Uh, I will start combing through

the roster and see
who could be a good fit.

We have already been
through the list.

We don't have anybody else
that appeals

- to that demographic.
- Don't worry, I will,

- I will figure this out.
- Good.

Because we need
this to work, Jeremy.

- Right.
- And you wouldn't be sitting

here if we didn't think
you could do it.

Thank you.
I won't let you down.

Oh, and word to the wise?

You're gonna have to think
outside the box on this one.

So?

Okay, one, it's ridiculous.

Two, it doesn't make any sense.
And three, I hate you both.

Come on, Sparks,
you're famous now!

We have to capitalize on this.

Yeah, you know, he's not wrong.

This could boost business.

No, it's either me
or the sign, guys. You choose.

Well, we did just spend
100 bucks on the sign, so...

Okay, very, very funny.

Can we please just drop it?
It was one video

and a few people saw it.

It was actually more like
five million.

And that was just
the original video.

Counting reposts
and clipped views,

it's probably closer to 10.

Larry, isn't that your phone
ringing in your office?

- No, I didn't hear anything.
- Larry, your phone

is ringing in your office.

- Hi.
- Hi.

You left so quickly yesterday,

forgot your signed
Chase Wheeler headshot.

- Right.
- But something tells me

- you don't need it anymore.
- Oh, that's not mine.

That... I'm holding it
for a friend.

Oh, no judgment.

I think the cutout's
an improvement.

At least this one can't fire me.

- Wait, he fired you?
- Mm-hmm.

Was it because of me?

With an ego as fragile
as Chase's,

it was bound to happen
at some point.

Okay, well, whatever you need
done on your car, it's on me.

Well, thanks, but that's not
why I'm here, actually.

Uh, okay.
Well, if you don't need a repair

and you're not
out for revenge...

No. I actually am here
'cause I have an opportunity

and I think you're gonna
really like it.

My PR agency lost Chase

and now we need
someone to pitch.

Pitch for what?

The next host
of American Wheels.

Did Carlos put you up to this?

- Okay, I know, it sounds crazy.
- Yeah.

I actually think
you would be perfect for it.

Okay? There's never been
a female host

or someone that knows as much
about cars as you do.

But I'm a nobody.
Why would they want me?

- I'm not famous.
- Ten million people online

- know who you are.
- Okay, yeah,

but it was one video.

We can make more.

In fact, that's part of my plan.

Okay, people only watched
that video because of Chase.

If it was just me, they'd laugh.

No one's gonna laugh at you.

I watched that video 100 times.

You were amazing.

Thanks, but I'm a mechanic,

not some celebrity
talk show host.

Why can't you be both?

Look, I... I wish I could,

really, but Larry needs me
at the shop.

This is where I belong.

Will you think
about it at least?

I'm sorry,
I'm really not that person.

Okay, sorry I wasted your time.

Hey, Nikki, you got a sec?

Sure.

What's up?

Sit.

You know, if you're gonna
be a chicken,

I'd rather you not
use me as an excuse.

- What are you talking about?
- I overheard what that guy

offered you.
I think you should do it.

It sounds like a pretty
incredible opportunity.

But what about the shop?

You guys need me here.
I'm not gonna abandon you.

You're a great mechanic, Sparks,

but in case you haven't
noticed, we've got a few

other people that work here.
I think we could manage.

Something tells me
that's not the only reason

you don't wanna do it.

I mean, I'm a mechanic.

I belong in a garage,
not in front of a camera.

You're more than a mechanic.

You're a role model.

My daughters grew up thinking
that only boys

could be mechanics.

Now I've got three lawyers.

And don't get me wrong,
I love 'em dearly,

I'm not complaining,

but I've also got nobody
to take over the shop for me

when I'm gone.

You know, I wish they'd
had someone like you

to look up to, to show them

that they could be
whatever they want to be.

You really think
people will look up to me?

Why wouldn't they?

I already do.

So, how exactly would this work?

Excuse me?

Oh, hi um, sorry, it's Nikki...

Nikki Turner.
The mechanic from...

Nikki!

I am so glad you called.

Yeah, um,
I've been thinking about it

and it's actually pretty crazy
there's never

been a female host.

So, does that mean you're in?

I'm in.

Great. I am so happy
to hear that.

But I do have one condition.

Yeah, okay, go ahead.

I know this was your idea

and I'm sure you're very good
at what you do,

but before we go any further,
I just wanna know

that I can walk away at any time

and I will always
have the final say.

Of course, yeah.

We're gonna be a team,
but you're the captain.

- Great.
- Great.

Okay, so American Wheels,
here we come.

We've got a lot to do
so I hope you're ready

- to kick it in high gear.
- So, where do we start?

So, step one of your genius
plan is scrapbooking?

Okay, it's not a scrapbook,
it's a mood board,

and this is how we start
to develop your brand.

By cutting out pictures
of other people?

By finding inspiration
for your vibe, okay?

We're looking for examples
of what we want to present

- to the public.
- Okay, but none of these

people look scared or nervous.

That's because they figured
out their branding,

which is what we're here to do.
Okay?

So, check this out.
I'm thinking strong,

powerful, confident, okay?

You're a trailblazer.
Like Joan of Arc.

Wasn't she burned at the stake?

That's because she didn't
have a publicist like me.

Okay, look,

I'm here to help you show off
the best parts of yourself.

I'll work with you.
We'll create content

and build an audience.
But I'm not here to change you,

okay, 'cause at
the end of the day,

it's you out there, not me.

Is that what you did with Chase?

No. No, with Chase,

I had to make him appear much
nicer than he actually is.

Let's see what you got.

Okay.

Okay...

It's not exactly
what I was thinking.

But you said examples
of what we want to present

to the public. Trust me,
this is what people wanna see.

- Yeah...
- And you did say

that I get the final say.
Remember?

Don't make me fire you,
Jamie. Grrr.

Really?

Hey, guys, I'm Nikki.

Nikki with an I, not a Y.
Sometimes people

- spell it wrong but...
- Cut.

- I think we got it.
- Definitely didn't get it.

But let's... let's go again.

I'm just gonna mess
it up, again.

No, you're not.
Don't think about it.

Just do it, okay? Ready? Go.

- Hello, there.
- Cut.

- Sorry, I panicked.
- And went full British?

I've been watching a lot
of British baking shows.

Okay. Uh, how about
we try one a little more you?

Trust me, that's not what
people wanna see.

People wanna see
someone like Gia.

Gia's the world's
biggest pop star.

And she has like,
a gazillion followers.

That's not your brand.

But she's on my mood board.

I know. And I'm thinking
that that might be

what's not working.
So, let's try again,

and this time, don't worry about
how anyone else would do it.

Okay?

Three, two, one.

Hey, there, guys.
You might have seen me

helping Chase Wheeler
in that video,

but I just wanted
to introduce myself. I'm Sparks.

I mean uh, I'm Nikki,
but you can call me Sparks.

Follow me and I'll
show you everything.

Oh um, that I've learned
being one of Chicago's

top mechanics.

So, let's jump on in and um...

Ahem...

Sometimes these doors
are a little tricky. Ugh!

Oh, okay. Nikki?

Oh.

Did we get it?

Not quite.

Is the food always
gonna be this good?

That's the best part of the job.

You mean, besides
the millions of adoring fans?

See, now you're getting it.

I don't know how Chase does it.

Having tons of people
watch you do things all the time

sounds like a nightmare.

Funny story.
I had Chase related nightmares

for six months after
I became his publicist.

Well, I hope in your
nightmares he at least

gets your name right.

I'm telling you, I'm pretty sure

he only called me Jamie
because he hated the fact

that I don't drive.

Wait, what, you don't drive?

- A car, no.
- What else would you drive?

- A bike.
- Like a motorbike?

Like a bi... cycle.

No, this is not gonna work!

What? I don't need to know

about cars to show
people that you do.

Uh, I'm gonna have to teach you.

Why, so I can be
Quick and the Dangerous?

No, so you can understand
why people love cars.

Why do people love cars so much?

For me,

driving is when I feel
most free.

You know, I can go
anywhere I want.

Be anyone I want.

Just me and the road.

That's why I love
being a mechanic because...

I get to help people.

- Are you filming me?
- Yes, this is great content.

- Me talking about myself?
- Yes.

No, that's not what
people wanna see.

What do people wanna see?

They wanna see something
like this, okay?

This is real talent.

If only your brand

was a hungry seagull.

You're just jealous
of my skills.

Hmm, it's actually
not that hard.

Okay, how 'bout this?

If you can catch this fry
in your mouth then,

I'll try it your way.
I'll be more myself.

But if you can't,
driving lessons start tomorrow.

- You've got a deal.
- Okay.

Okay. Hold on,
let me... let me get ready.

- Okay, ready?
- Ready.

Come on, no!

You said it.

Ah, okay.
Fine, you're off the hook.

Okay, I'll tell you what,
to be fair,

when you hit 50,000 followers,
I'll let you teach me.

Really?

Yeah.

Okay, so just 49,999 more to go.

98. I convinced my niece
to start following you.

- Yeah.
- So, now all we gotta do

is appeal to people outside
of my family and we're golden.

Sure. Any ideas?

You know, I actually
have the perfect idea.

All right, Nikki,
here's what's gonna happen.

They're gonna show the video,
cut to us.

I'll ask you a few things,
then we'll wrap it up.

- Any questions?
- Uh, yeah,

what do I do with my hands?

Whatever you normally
do with them.

Okay.

Don't worry, you'll be fine.

The video went viral
for a reason.

- You're great on camera.
- Yeah, I just didn't know

- that I was being filmed.
- Right,

you just thought you were
showing up one of the biggest

celebrities on the planet.
Just do what you did there.

- Okay.
- Just don't show me up

or I'll have to kill you.

I'm just kidding.
Us girls need to stick together.

I think that's why your video
is so popular.

You are the face
of girl power right now.

- Thank you.
- Of course.

And don't worry,
it's not like millions of people

are gonna be watching
this interview.

- Okay, thank goodness.
- Just 20,000

proud Channel 5 news fans
in your local Chicago area.

All right, I gotta go chat
to my cameraman real quick

- and then I'll be right back.
- Okay, um, can we...

Okay, excited for your first
big television interview?

Why did you think
this was a good idea?

It's gonna get you out
in front of people.

Which is a good thing, remember?

But I thought that we would
start small,

you know, build up to this?

I know you're scared.

But sometimes you just
gotta jump into the deep end.

All right? The quicker you rip
off that band aid,

- the less it'll hurt.
- But I take my band aids

off slowly. And in the shower.

Way more information
than I needed to know.

See? I say things
that I shouldn't.

I'm not ready to go on TV yet.

Can we just try
another video, please?

Believe me, we're gonna do
plenty of videos,

but my bosses set this up

and I'm in enough hot water with
them already as it is, so...

Great. At least
they'll be happy.

- Thanks.
- I was being sarcastic.

Okay, don't worry.
Naomi, she's a professional.

You could actually
learn a lot from her.

Great, maybe she should
host American Wheels.

- Believe me, I tried.
- What?

Relax, I'm kidding.
I'm kidding.

You're the auto expert, Nikki.

It has to be you.
I am betting it all on you.

Great, no pressure.
What if I say the wrong thing

or what if I fall down again?

20,000 people
are gonna watch me fall down.

Well, if that happens,

we'll get another
viral moment out of it.

Haha, so funny.

Yeah, thanks for that.
Any um, last words of advice?

Don't fall.

So helpful.

Okay,

here's what I tell
my niece when she has to give

a report to her class,

close your eyes.

Take a deep breath.

And now, just pretend you're
talking to a close friend.

All right, ready to roll?

Hey, hey, you've got this.

Thank you.

All right, we're rolling
in three...

And now, here with me
at Larry's Somernites Cruise

is mechanic and viral video
sensation, Nikki Turner.

Thanks, Larry, great to be here.

Sparks, you in here?

No.

Okay.

But if you were, I'd tell you
you have no reason to be.

The interview went great.

I called Naomi Mamona,
Larry on live TV.

Yeah, yeah you did do that,
but you didn't fall down.

And according to Jeremy,
that's a huge improvement.

Do you think,
do you think he's mad at me?

Why would he be mad at you?

Because I just keep
letting him down.

I mean, he really thinks
that I can be the next host

of American Wheels, but...

I just keep making
a fool of myself.

Everybody makes mistakes.

Were you the world's
greatest mechanic

your first day on the job?

- Well, no, but...
- Exactly.

Cut yourself some slack.

You were great in that video
and you're great now.

But that's the thing,
people keep wanting me

to be the Nikki in that video

and I've been that Nikki
my entire life.

And trust me, she's not
what people wanna see.

Jeremy seems to think she is.

Yeah, but Jeremy
doesn't even know me.

Then show him who you are.

I think he'll be
pleasantly surprised.

I'm not so sure.

Well, there's only
one way to find out.

I guess.

Hey guys, I'm Nikki.

Nikki with an I not a Y. Sometimes...

sometimes people spell it wrong.

Knock, knock.

Did you forget something?

Oh, shoot.

Were we supposed
to have dinner tonight?

Yeah, it's fine.

I thought you'd be stuck at work

so I brought dinner to you.

You're the best.

Just remember
to people please your sister

- once in a while, okay?
- Yeah, I know, I know,

I'm just, it's...
the partners are just...

I get it. You gotta
keep the partners happy.

Yeah, especially with Chase.

Oh, I still can't
believe that he did that.

I know. But that's Chase.

You know what?
Enough Chase talk,

because I've got some big news

and I feel like we didn't
properly catch up last time.

So, you know Charlie's
best friend Erin?

Jeremy?

Hello?

I'm-I'm sorry,
I just gotta upload some content

but I don't know, it's just,
it's not working.

Ooh, she's cute. New client?

Yeah, her name's Nikki Turner

and if I, if I can just
get some decent content,

she will be the next host
of American Wheels.

Why does she look so familiar?

She's from the viral video
that made Chase fire me.

- Wait, she's your new client?
- Yeah.

Jeremy, that's genius.

Thank you. I thought so too.
But now I'm not so sure.

Why?

I want the videos
to feel like you stepped

into the world of someone real,

that no matter who you are,

you could be a rock star
mechanic. This is how.

Yeah, like how it felt

when you saw her
in that Chase video.

- Exactly.
- Then why is she dressed

like she's in a music video?

Because she thinks
they'll do better

- if she looks like Gia.
- A world famous pop star?

Right, and it's not working.

Well, I guess you can't
really blame her

for wanting to create something

that she thinks
people will like.

Okay, except, it's not
what people wanna see.

She's just scared, Jeremy.

I mean, not everybody deals with
rejection the way that you do.

And what's that
supposed to mean?

Well, for some people,

it's easier to pretend
to be somebody else.

While others become
an incessant people pleaser.

Ouch.

Look, my point is,

you've got to meet her
where she's at

and not where you
want her to be.

Okay, and then what?

You show her that she's enough.

And maybe you become
a little vulnerable yourself,

a little bit, hmm?

How'd you figure all this out?

Eh, years of practice.

Now eat something,

because you're not gonna create
the next host

of American Wheels
on an empty stomach.

Sweet ride.

I thought you might
like to see how I get around.

You ride everywhere on that?
That sounds exhausting.

Well, my doctor says
I'm in excellent

cardiovascular health.

I like the new look.

Oh, um, it's actually
my old look.

I thought I'd show a little bit
more of myself today.

That's funny
'cause I actually wanted

to show you a little bit
more of me today, too.

- What do you mean?
- My sister's car won't start

and I thought
we could help her out.

Will I get to hear about
what a huge dork you were

- in high school?
- It's her favorite subject.

- Okay, then we have a deal.
- Lead the way.

Oh my gosh,
why was he dressed like that?

I know.
It wasn't even Halloween.

I hope that you
posted these online.

Oh, I've been saving them
just in case

I ever need a kidney.

If you think that one's bad,
you should see this one.

All right, all right, all right.

I think we've seen enough.

What do you say we do
what we actually came here for?

Oh, I definitely came
for the embarrassing photos.

- Uncle Jeremy!
- Charlie!

- Uncle Jeremy.
- Charlie! What's goin'... on?

Wait. I know you.

You're the mechanic
who gave Chase Wheeler

a lesson in girl power.

- Good to see you too, Charlie.
- Oh, my God.

- Nice to meet you.
- What are you two doing here?

Nikki's gonna help us
with the car.

Oh, cool. Do you think
it's the starter motor?

Maybe the timing belt?
Or the ignition coil?

She's really into cars.

Wow, you really know
your stuff. I'm impressed.

I researched all about it
after I saw your video.

I wanted to try and fix
the car myself

but my mom said I couldn't
'til I'm older.

Well, I'd have to agree
with her on that.

But I could use an assistant.

Can I, Mom? Please, please,
please, please, please.

- Oh come on, please?
- Okay, just be sure

to do your homework
when you finish.

Okay. Thank you. Oh my gosh!
I... my name's Charlie,

by the way. I'm a huge fan.
You're just like so cool.

Thank you.

So, I see you took my advice?

Shut up.

Oh wait, come look!

- I've seen it.
- Look at this,

- my little baby brother.
- Oh, got it.

Okay, do you see it down there?

- Oh yeah.
- Okay, so now we're gonna

take it out. Socket wrench.

- There you go.
- Thank you.

And we're gonna remove
all of the bolts and then,

disconnect those wires.

Do you remember
what the wires do?

Connect to the battery
so it has a charge?

Exactly.

Okay. And voila!

Okay, so that's a starter motor.

- Correct.
- Okay.

So, this is a starter motor,

and just like the name
suggests, it's responsible

for getting the engine going.

Do you remember how we figured
out the problem was the starter?

We listened to the engine
and there was no sound

when we tried to start it.
Checked the battery

- and then the alternator.
- Exactly.

Okay, I also checked the wires

that connect the battery
to the starter motor

to make sure they
aren't the problem.

So, now, all we have to do
is insert the new starter,

reconnect the wiring,
and the car should start.

Good as new.

I'm Nikki Turner,
and like this bad boy,

I'm just getting started.

Sweet, okay. Wait,
am I gonna be famous now?

- Yes.
- Not if you don't finish

your homework, young lady.

Ugh, okay, fine.

I'm coming, okay. Bye, Nikki.

- Bye.
- Bye, Uncle Jamie.

- Uh-huh.
- Yeah-huh.

You told her to say that,

- didn't you?
- Sorry, I had to.

You were great. In the video.

Thanks. That felt really
good to just be me.

Well, if you can drop me back
at the office,

I can edit and we'll post it tomorrow.

I still have to finish the car.

It takes a little more time
than that

to attach a new starter motor.

- Right, duh.
- But I did just

lose my assistant.

Care to lend a hand?

I know you don't
actually need my help.

True. But if we really

wanna show Charlie that anyone
can be a mechanic,

who better than her uncle,

who rides the same
bike she does?

Ah! Very funny.

You should use some of that
humor in the next video.

- Okay, I will.
- All right.

I'm gonna let you finish
this actually.

Okay, so this is, is this...

- This is the starter motor?
- No, no.

What am I looking at here?
This is...

- I don't know what this is.
- Okay, okay.

Yo, yo, I'm Nikki Turner.

No, that was stupid.

Hey guys, what's up,
it's Nikki Turner,

and today, I'm gonna
show you the V8 engine

on this vintage Chevy C10
Square Body.

Strap yourself in because this
could be a wild ride.

Today, I'll be teaching
you about radiator maintenance.

Today, we'll be changing a tire.

Now, I'm gonna spin!

What are you doing?

Today, I'll be showing you
how to use a socket wrench.

Reviewing the 2023
Dodge Challenger.

We're gonna jack this baby
all the way up.

So now, we're just gonna loosen
up this bolt here.

As you can see,
the radiator is located

at the front of the engine.

Lift very carefully
and then place it like so.

Hey, what's up,
I'm Nikki Turner.

Thanks for watching.
I'm Nikki Turner.

Thanks for watching.
I'm Nikki Turner.

Thanks for watching.
I'm Nikki Turner.

Nikki Turner. Nikki Turner.

Nikki Turner. Nikki Turner.

Nikki Turner.

And today's the day
I teach you how to drive.

Do you really think
this is a good idea?

About as good as making me
an online sensation.

- Hmm.
- Besides, you promised.

I know, but I really do have
a lot of work to do tonight.

And I really do need
you to get in the car.

- Hmm.
- Come on! Let's go.

You're really not gonna
let me get outta this, are you?

No. But I will let you
pick the music,

which, in my car,
is kind of a big deal.

All right, golden oldies, it is.

I regret it already.

Okay. So, where are we goin'?

Driver's choice.

Is there anywhere
you've ever wanted to drive?

Hmm. Um...

Well, I always wondered
what it would be like

to go to a drive-thru window
of a fast-food restaurant.

I'm kidding. I'm kidding.

Um, maybe somewhere
that's too hard to bike to.

I think I know
the perfect place.

Okay, come on,
let's get this show on the road.

I don't have all day, you know?

Relax, okay.
Just close your eyes,

take a deep breath.
Don't fall down!

Cute. All right.

Ready.

Quick and Dangerous,
here we come.

You were right.

My legs would've died
getting up here.

The way you drive,
it might've been quicker

if we walked.

But then you wouldn't have
gotten to experience

the wonders
of drive-thru fast food.

Mm-hmm. Guess I can finally
tick that off the bucket list.

To stepping out
of our comfort zones.

I still can't believe
we're doing this.

I know. Kate's been trying
to get me to drive for years.

You guys are still
pretty close, huh?

She's my best friend.

Growing up, our parents
worked a ton

so it was pretty much
just the two of us.

That's how it was
with me and my dad.

We were inseparable.

He would take me to the garage

and show me how
everything worked.

It's where my love of cars
came from.

He actually used to bring me
up here sometimes

after working in the shop.

Well, I think he'd be really
proud of what you're doing.

Making content for social media?

Sharing your passion
with the world.

The same way
he shared his with you.

He was an amazing mechanic.

The kind who would teach you
something every time

you brought your car in.

Well, I guess
it runs in the family.

I just... I wish
I had his confidence.

You do, you just don't always
know where to find it.

Luckily, that's why I'm here.

To push me to do scary things?

To remind you
what you're capable of.

Oh, hold.

Luckily, I'm here to remind you

that there are more important
things to do on a Saturday

than work. You know what?

You're coming with me
to Larry's anniversary party.

Work can wait.

- Okay. One condition.
- Hmm.

- You drive.
- Of course.

I wanted to make it there before

their next anniversary
anyways, so...

Funny.

- After you.
- Such a gentleman.

Look at this,
they really did it up.

Yeah.

Hey, Sparks! I didn't know
if you were gonna make it.

Sorry we're late.

Thought maybe you were
getting too famous for us.

What? Me, no, no way.

- Soon.
- I see you, uh, brought a date.

Uh, no, I was just
giving Jeremy a driving lesson

and we lost track of time.

So, I'm just tagging along.
Hope that's okay.

Ah, you kidding?
The more, the merrier.

Carlos! Hey!

He's got quite the moves.

At least he's a better
dancer than he is driver.

I wasn't talking
about his dancing.

What's that supposed to mean?

Ah, nothing.

So, how's the journey
to superstardom coming along?

Honestly, pretty good.

I never thought I could have
so much fun making these videos

but it's been such a blast.

You wanna know something crazy?
I have 50,000 followers now.

Wow.

I still don't really
understand social media

but that sounds like a lot.

Feels like a pretty big deal.

I knew once everybody
saw the Sparks that I knew,

they'd love you as much as I do.

- Old softie.
- I guess that's what

being married 40 years
will do to ya.

I can't imagine
being married for 40 years.

Goes by in a flash
if you're with the right person.

How do you know if you've
found the right person?

- Asking for a friend.
- Oh.

When they accept you
for who you are.

And you bring out
the best in each other.

And you can't imagine
going through life without them.

No matter how challenging
things get,

you still want them
by your side.

That's really great
that you found that.

You will too, Nikki.

You'll see.

Might even be closer
than you think.

If you're insinuating
that there's something

between me and Jeremy,
let me assure you

that it is strictly business.

Whatever you say, kiddo.

I'm just glad you're both here.

You know, I haven't seen you
this happy in a long time.

You're missing the speeches.

Shoot. Give me one second
and I'll be back.

- I just got some...
- Work stuff to finish?

Yeah. But go on ahead.

I don't what you missing it
on my account.

Uh, believe me,
I've had a lifetime's worth

of Larry's speeches. Right now,
he's telling the one

about their first date
and he's at the...

gazpacho incident.

Yep.

That's... well,

since you're here,
I actually have some big news.

- Okay.
- What?

I was gonna wait until
after the party to tell you

but I heard from the producers
of American Wheels.

They love what we've been doing

and they wanna bring you
in for a meeting.

- Wait, what? Are you serious?
- Yes, it's really happening.

I can't believe it!

Are you sure that I'm ready?

Well, 50,000 people
certainly think so.

I know but what do you think?

I think that I have never,

ever been interested
in watching a show

about cars until now.

Wait, you've never
seen American Wheels?

I mean, I've watched clips
online for research.

But I'm more
of a Shark Week guy.

Well, I've seen
every episode. Twice.

Wow, you really love the show.

Yeah, I grew up watching it.

I didn't exactly fit in with
the other girls in my school

'cause I was more into motors
than makeup.

And the boys didn't like
that I knew more

about cars than they did, so...

watching American Wheels
made me feel less alone.

Growing up is hard.

Says you.

I bet even though
you were a huge dork,

you were probably still
prom king.

No. Although, I did help

run a very successful campaign
for Billy Stevenson.

So, you've always
been working in PR.

Pretty much, yeah.

I guess I thought...

my ticket to popularity
was helping the cool kids

- out with stuff.
- Looks like it worked.

You hang out with
movie stars now.

Oh, and let's not forget

the very first female host
of American Wheels.

If I don't mess up
the interview.

Well, from one outsider
to another,

I think you are going
to nail it.

Thank you.

Pew!

All right, let's get
back to the party.

Okay.

I think I'm gonna throw up.

Are you listening to me?
I don't think I can do this.

Hey, relax, all right?
This is not even an audition.

They just wanna meet you
to get to know you.

I know, but they've
seen my videos.

Which is why
they wanna meet you.

But who am I?
I mean, really.

You are Nikki "Sparks" Turner

and you were born to do this,

so you get in there
and you show them that.

Hey, Larry's Luxury Auto, right?

How's your cat doing?

Oh boy.

We love your videos, Nikki.

We think you're doing
really great stuff.

Thanks, Mr. Holden.

Please, call me Brad.

I had no idea when I met you
at the shop

that you were interested
in this industry.

Neither did I.
I mean, I wasn't really,

but I've always been
a big fan of the show.

And now, we're really big
fans of yours.

Plus, we're excited to be
working with Jeremy again.

He's all right.

Trust me, a good PR agent's
a dime a dozen.

Guys like Jeremy,
they're a rare find.

We're just happy you agreed
to see us so late in the game.

It was Nikki that actually
made us rethink

our whole casting process.

Really?

Yes. I read that article
you recommended,

and you're absolutely right.

We need to push American Wheels
into the 21st century.

And having an inspiring
female host

is something that we should
definitely consider.

I just want people to see me

and think if I can do it,
they can too.

And that's exactly
what we're looking for.

Plus, female car enthusiasts

are currently an untapped market

that could really boost
your ratings.

What? I listen when you
tell me things. Sometimes.

You're absolutely right.
Like I said, we love the videos

and all the work that
you've been putting in.

Your whole social media presence.

We feel like we already know you

and that is exactly how
we want our audience to feel.

Well, with me, what you see
is what you get, so...

And we think that's great.

So, if it's all right with you,

we want you to come in
for a screen test.

How's Monday at 3:00 PM?

With everything
moving so quickly,

it's the only time
we can see you.

- We'll be there.
- Sounds good.

- Keep up the good work.
- Thank you.

- I told you, you'd nail it.
- I did, didn't I?

You were great!

Uh...

- I gotta go.
- What? We should go celebrate.

This is what
we've been working for.

We will, I promise,
but the partners

wanna talk to me
about something.

You know you're allowed
to say no sometimes.

Not to me, but to other people?

- I will see you tomorrow.
- Okay, bye.

You'll get used to it.

I remember the first time
I saw my face on a billboard.

Couldn't take my eyes off of it.

I caused a three-car pileup
and totaled my Corolla.

My face isn't on anything yet.

But it sure is nice to look at.

What?

Sorry, I'm not really good
at apologies. Can I start over?

Sure.

I feel like I was being
kind of a jerk

when you were just
trying to help me.

You clearly know your stuff
and I never properly thanked you

for fixing my car.

Yeah, anytime.

I didn't realize you
were a celebrity mechanic

or I would have had you look
at the rest of my collection.

Oh, um, I'm not.

I mean, I wasn't until
the video went viral.

Well, I guess it worked out
for us both.

Now you're up to be the next
host of American Wheels

and I met the most beautiful
mechanic in the city.

I'm running late for my meeting
with Brad, but...

what do you say we have
dinner tomorrow night?

I'd like to get to know
my competition.

Great. I'll send a car
to pick you up at 8:00.

Text me your address.

Thanks for watching.
I'm Nikki Turner.

Thanks for watching.
I'm Nikki Turner.

Jeremy, congrats on
the American Wheels meeting!

We told you to think
outside the box.

And you reinvented the wheel.

Mixed metaphors aside,

we have some excellent news.

Are you familiar
with the pop star Gia?

She's one of the world's
biggest celebrities.

Well, she's looking to rebrand.

Wants to go in
a different direction.

Create a more
down-to-earth image.

And she specifically
requested to meet with you.

Really? The...

This could be huge for us.

And for you.
You bring in our biggest client,

you'll be our top publicist.

And we'd even consider
making you partner.

That's how important
landing Gia is to us.

- Thank you.
- You're welcome.

Thank you.

Obviously her schedule
is incredibly tight,

but she has a small window
on Monday at 3:00.

So, that's when you'll meet.

- This Monday at 3:00?
- Yes.

I-I can't. Um, is there
any other day that works?

Well, she leaves to start
her European tour later that day

and she wants to make a decision
before she flies out.

Well, I have Nikki's big
screen test for American Wheels.

I promised her I'd be there.

American Wheels is small fish
compared to Gia.

Jeremy, this is everything
you have worked so hard for.

This is a career-making move, Jeremy.

This is not something
you say no to.

Right, uh... you're right.
I'll be there.

- All right. Okay.
- Good.

Okay, and then,
we're just gonna move this here

- and what do you think?
- It looks great.

Right? Okay, and now I know
what a carburetor is.

You mean, they don't
have them on bicycles?

The only thing I need
to make Xena here run

are these two legs
and a need for speed.

Hold up.
You named your bicycle Xena,

as in the warrior princess?

What? Car people
do it all the time.

Yeah, because cars
have personality.

And Xena here, doesn't?

Eh, I'd say she's more
of like, a Dorothy or a Martha.

Okay, okay, Martha,
Warrior Princess.

My grandma would be so proud.

- Okay.
- I can't.

- Just posted.
- Sweet.

Think we're good to go.

Uh, before I forget,

I wanted to uh, to ask you,
what are you doing tonight?

- Um...
- Kate's letting Charlie

cook dinner and she wanted me
to invite you.

Okay, this is gonna
sound crazy but I...

Oh, hold on.

Hold that thought. One second.

You gotta be kidding me.

Chase is still in the running
for the American Wheels gig.

I can actually feel my anxiety
nightmares coming back.

Okay, I'm sorry.
You were saying.

Oh uh, nothing. I-I actually
have to work tonight but...

- Oh.
- Tell Kate I said thanks.

Okay. Uh, wait, you're working
on a Friday night?

Yeah, with you know,
everything going on,

I haven't spent much time
in the shop, so...

- Right.
- Gotta make up for it.

- Yeah. Okay.
- Sorry.

Well, you're gonna miss out
on Charlie's famous

spaghetti mac and cheese.

That does sound delicious.

Can we raincheck?

If my stomach survives.

I'm sure Charlie
would love that.

So would I.

- See ya.
- Bye.

And you've got to diversify
your portfolio.

And I love steak.
So I just bought the place.

Wow. Cool.

Who's your business manager?
I've got a great guy.

And he just got acquitted
so he can take on new clients.

Oh, I don't think I need
a business manager just yet.

But who handles the cashflow
for all your sponsorship deals?

Oh, well, right now
I'm mainly just getting paid

in free swag.

So, if you need
a mattress protector

I can give you my code
for 20% off at checkout.

Just you wait.

The big bucks are comin' soon.

I have laundry powder in Japan,

bidets in Dubai,
and good, old-fashioned,

homegrown American corn,
right here in the States.

Nice. I love corn.

Corn sales went up three
percent when I posted about it.

I'll tell you something,
if you find yourself

a good publicist, you'll be set.

I just hired a new PR agency.

I can give you their info
if you want it.

Uh, thanks, but I actually
have someone.

All right, so now
you're gonna wanna take a couple

- noodles of spaghetti.
- Mm-hmm.

And...

throw them against the wall
and see if they're done.

No!

Charlie Ruth,

you'd better lower that
ladle right now, young lady.

Stop encouraging her.

Come on, this is great content.

- Yeah, Mom.
- For what?

You're 13
and your entire audience

is standing right here
in this kitchen.

Now hurry up and strain
that pasta 'cause I'm starving.

Buzzkill.

I still can't believe Jeremy
Mitchell is your publicist.

And I can't believe you
finally learned his name.

What do you mean?

It was just an ongoing joke
we had.

Did Jeremy know that?

He never said anything.

Kinda what I liked about him.

And he seems to be doing great
with you.

Maybe I was a little
hasty to let him go.

Well, stay back.
He's mine now.

- Oh, are you two...
- No, no, no, we're just...

working together. That's all.

Okay, good.

That was surprisingly good.

Clearly Charlie didn't get
her culinary skills from you.

I know, right? She obviously
gets those from her dad.

I'm just sorry Nikki
couldn't make it tonight.

I think Charlie was really
looking forward to seeing her.

Have you told her yet
that you're not gonna

make it to the screen test?

I was gonna.

But you chickened out?

She just gets
this look on her face

when she's disappointed

and I hate to be the one
that's causing it.

Well, you know, you could
always still go with her.

No, I can't. The partners need
me at this meeting with Gia.

This could make my career.

I thought getting Nikki
on American Wheels

- was gonna make your career?
- It w...

Okay, with Nikki,
it's still a gamble.

Gia's a mega star.
It's a sure thing.

Well, Jeremy,

maybe this is about more
than just your career.

Okay, you don't know
what you're talking about.

Well, you're gonna
have to tell her at some point.

The meeting's on Monday.
And the sooner the better.

You said she was working
tonight, right?

Yeah.

Well, bring her some leftovers
and break the bad news.

- You think?
- Alternatively,

you could go and confess
your undying love for her.

I'm kidding.

- Yeah.
- But Charlie isn't.

She's already planning
the wedding.

Is she now?

Well, we don't wanna disappoint Charlie.

Okay, all right.

Leftovers are in
the fridge. Go.

All right, I'll do it.

Carlos?

J-Jeremy?

What are you doing here?

Oh, I was just uh...

I'm sorry, I gotta ask,
why are you dressed

like you're in
a Guns 'n' Roses music video?

This? Uh, a couple of boys
and I are in an 80s band.

We practice here every Friday.
They'll be here soon.

Cool. Well, I just came
to see Nikki.

Nikki? I haven't seen
her all day.

Well, that's uh...
that's weird.

- Hmm.
- I uh...

- must've got my wires crossed.
- Hmm.

Um...

if you see her,
could you give this to her?

What's this?

Spaghetti mac and cheese!

That's actually
exactly what it is.

I think you should
give it to her yourself.

She'd prefer that.

- Thanks.
- Anytime.

Take it easy, Carlos.

- I had a really great time.
- Me too.

Great. We should
do this again sometime.

Yeah, that'd be nice.

Yeah?

- Yeah.
- How's Sunday?

As in two days from now?

Oh, I um should really prep

for my screen test
on Monday, so...

That's perfect.
We'll have dinner

- and I'll help you prep.
- Oh, that's not what I was...

I've done a million
of these things.

You'll thank me for it later.
One for the fans.

Oh.

And coming up after the break,
I sit down

with celebrity talk show host
and avid car collector,

Jay Leno, to talk all things
driving and denim.

That was great.
You're nailing it.

You're gonna kill it tomorrow.
You don't even need me.

Wait, is Jay Leno
gonna be there?

I don't think so.

- Are you sure?
- I'm pretty sure.

That would've been cool, though.

Yeah.

Um...

hey, I actually
need to tell you...

Oh, hang on, one second.

Were you with Chase last night?

What do you mean?

Charlie just texted me
a photo of the two of you.

What?

Did you lie to me?

Uh... no. I mean... kinda.

Okay, only because I didn't

want you to get upset.

Why, because you're hanging out

with the guy who fired me?

Exactly.

Chase is your competition

for the American Wheels gig, Nikki.

He is the last person you should
be spending time with.

He's not a good guy.

He's probably just trying
to mess with your head.

Oh, okay, I see. I guess
there's no other reason

for someone like Chase to wanna
spend time with someone like me.

- So, it was a date?
- No, he...

he just wants to help me.

Trust me.

The only person Chase
wants to help is himself.

So, I guess you're just
doing this

out of the kindness
of your own heart?

And what is that
supposed to mean?

It means that you're just
doing this

because it's good
for your career.

Is that what you really think?

Where are you going?

Spaghetti mac and cheese.

From Charlie.

I don't bring other clients

around to spend time
with my family.

But if that's who you think
I am, then you're right.

Good luck Monday.
You'll do great.

Wait, you're not coming?

No. I have a meeting
with a client

that could actually
help my career.

Great.

Great.

Now, if you'll excuse me,
I've got a lot of work to do

to get ready for the meeting
that actually

- means something to me.
- Yeah, of course,

I'd better get going anyway
'cause I don't wanna be late

for my second date. With Chase.

- I thought it wasn't a date?
- Well, it is now.

- Great.
- Great.

I knew I was right
to fire that guy.

Well, I shouldn't have
lied to him.

And now, I'm not even sure
if I have a publicist anymore.

Good. Who needs them?

Weren't you just saying
how good your new publicist is?

And they are. But it's nothing
I couldn't do myself.

I don't know. I don't think
I could've done

any of this without Jeremy.

Forget about Jeremy.
You know what?

Let me help you.

Oh wait, you're serious?

I've been in this game
awhile now,

so I do know a thing or two.

That would actually be amazing.

Great. My first piece
of advice to you

is don't do American Wheels.

- Wait, what?
- Just stick to your little

videos and posts.

You don't wanna go too big,
too quick. You're not ready.

- And that's okay.
- Well, I think I am

and clearly the producers
think I am too

or they wouldn't have invited me
to screen test.

Look, I just don't want
you to embarrass yourself.

American Wheels
is the big leagues.

You're still a small fry.

My thousands of followers
don't seem to think so.

Which you only have
because of me.

Look, let's not forget
how this whole thing started.

Listen, you and I both know
the only reason

why you're sitting across
from me right now

is because you can't
do this by yourself.

You're out of your depth, Nikki.
This is my territory.

I'm the biggest star
in the world

and you're just some
girl with a wrench.

We'll be right back
with more American Wheels.

All right, kiddo, time for bed.

Say goodnight
to your Uncle Jeremy.

Okay. All right.

- Night, Charlie.
- Good night, Uncle Jeremy.

- Love you.
- I love you, too.

- Sleep well.
- I will.

Hey, didn't expect
to see you here today.

Don't you have that
audition thingy?

Yeah, I just decided
the whole inspirational

host thing really isn't for me.

So, you're not going?

I just, I don't think
it's a good idea.

I mean, I'm going up against
Chase Wheeler.

I don't really stand a chance.

But you and Jeremy
did all that work.

You can't throw that away.

Yeah, Jeremy and I
aren't working together anymore

so it doesn't really matter.

Wait, what?

I really don't
wanna talk about it.

Okay. But um...
what should I tell Sophie?

Who?

The young lady who's just
dying to meet

her favorite internet
tube celebrity.

Hey, let her down easy,
all right?

She got kind of excited
when I told her

you might be the next host
of American Wheels.

Wait, Larry.

- Hey.
- Hi.

Hey. I can't believe
I'm meeting the @Sparks312!

Oh, you can just call me Nikki.

I love your videos.

Thank you.

I'm kind of obsessed.

I'm taking advanced auto shop
at school this year

and Larry said I could intern
here over the summer.

That's awesome.
The world could use

a few more female mechanics.
We are a rare breed.

I know. You know,
I didn't even think

it was an option 'til I started
following you, and now,

there's like, a ton of girls
who wanna learn more.

- Really?
- Yeah!

I found my squad
through your videos.

We call ourselves
The Garage Girls.

You're like, kind of our hero.

Uh...

Would you mind taking a photo?

They're like, they're gonna
freak when they hear

- that I met you.
- Yeah, for the next generation

of rock star mechanics, always.

- Thank you.
- Thank you. Bye.

Well,

looks like she took the bad
news surprisingly well.

You did that on purpose.

Hey, that's all you, my friend.

In case you haven't noticed,
you're kind of a big deal.

Well, the bigger they are,
the harder they fall.

- You told me that.
- I was talking about football.

And who said anything
about falling?

I mean, it's pretty obvious
I'm out of my league here.

I'd be setting myself
up to fail.

So what if you fail?

I'll make a fool of myself?

And?

What's the worst
that could happen?

Look, there's always
gonna be people

that don't like
what you're doing.

But you know what?
You're not doing it for them.

Be yourself and do it
for the people who love you

for who you are.

And by the way,
when you find those people,

never let 'em go.

But what if it's too late?

Well, trust me,
it's never too late.

You just gotta go out there
and let 'em know

you feel the same way.

We aren't talking about
American Wheels anymore, are we?

Eh, life, love,
it's one and the same.

I'm going to the
audition, aren't I?

The only way you truly fail
is by giving up on yourself.

And the people that think
you're amazing.

When did you get so wise?

Eh, I don't know.
I guess it's one of the perks

of being an old fart.

So, what are you waiting for?
Get outta here already.

Thank you.

Jeremy! I'll be right down.

- Hi!
- Hey.

Oh, Jeremy, thanks for coming!

Sorry to keep you waiting. Oh.

We're planning a charity
weekend when I come back

from tour and we had
to finalize the activities.

No worries. I'm just
so glad this all worked out.

Oh, me too. Let's take a seat.

- Oh, thank you very much.
- You're very welcome.

I am so excited
to meet with you.

I'm looking to do a big rebrand

and I love what you've been
doing with Nikki Turner.

Oh, well thank you.

I'm surprised she's even
on your radar.

Uh, my little sister loves cars

and is obsessed with her videos.

Um, I did some digging and after
talking with your agency,

found out that you're the one
who discovered her.

Well, I mean,
me and the 10 million

other people online
that saw the Chase video.

You're the one
who saw her potential.

Just part of the job.

All I do is help highlight
the best parts of people.

Sometimes it's the parts that
they don't even see themselves.

And if we're being honest,
in the case of Nikki,

it wasn't very hard.

Ugh, Jeremy, come on.
Pick up, please!

- Totally killed it.
- I appreciate it.

- Yeah, anytime.
- Yeah.

Hey, Nikki, you're here, great.

Listen, you'll be up next.

- Chase.
- Always a pleasure, buddy.

We'll be in touch.

Just so you know,

they practically offered
it to me in there.

You're wasting your time.

If I really wanted
to waste my time,

I'd ask you anything about cars.

There's more to this than
just being an expert on engines.

Clearly.

Look, you can act tough
all you want. It won't matter.

You're not cut out for this.
You know it, I know it,

and I'm guessing Jeremy
knows it, too.

Probably why he gave up on you.
Break a leg.

Go ahead, let's hear
about this rebranding

- you'd like to do.
- Yeah, absolutely.

I love all that
you're talking about.

Yeah, that's exactly
what I'm looking for,

to bring out more of my own,
authentic voice.

Um... And...

And that's why I wanna turn
into a big pineapple.

- Yeah, no, I totally agree.
- Hmm. Yeah, yeah.

Um... about the pineapple?

Hmm? Wait, what?

A little distracted?

I am so sorry. I... um...

please, you have
my full attention.

- Is...
- I... I promise. Let's...

Is everything all right?

Yeah, everything's great,
you know, it's just uh, it...

it's nothing. Where were we?

We were talking about
being authentic.

Care to share?

Okay um... ah.

Okay, so there's this,
this person I know.

- Mm-hmm.
- And today was a...

it is a very important
day for them.

And I feel like I should be
there for them.

Do you have feelings
for this person?

Come on, this is,
this is juicy stuff.

Yeah, um...

it doesn't even matter.
I'm pretty sure I blew it.

Then un-blow it.

- Wh... what do you mean?
- Well, you said

today's a super important day
for her, right?

Then go show her
how important she is.

But um... what about this?

Honestly, this was a formality.

You can stay
and keep selling yourself

but how disappointed
will you be if you stay?

Now, go on.

- Thank you.
- Mm-hmm.

- Where is he?
- Nikki, we're ready for you.

All right, Jenny here
is gonna cue you in.

The copy has already been loaded
into the teleprompter.

Do you have any questions?

Mm-mm.

All right,
whenever you're ready.

Hi, I'm...

Nikki.

Um, sorry, I think
that's still Chase's script.

- What?
- Yeah, it's uh...

Oh. Sorry, uh, just pretend
it says your name, okay?

Right, my name. Of course.

I thought that she was
gonna do the cue thing?

It's okay, we're still rolling,

- so just say your name. Yeah.
- Say my name, yeah.

Thanks.

Hi, I'm Chase Wheeler.
Shoot, sorry.

Uh, let's cut.

Hey, do you need a minute?

What? No, no, no,
I'll... I'll get it this time.

Are you sure?

Because my wife once called me
by my brother's...

I'm sure. Let's just
get this over with.

I mean, um, I'm really excited
to be here. Let's do this.

All right. You heard her,
everyone. Let's roll camera.

Hi, I'm um, Nikki Turner.

Welcome to American Wheels.

We've got a great show
for you today.

I mean tonight.

You know what?
I should take that again.

Would that be okay?
I'll get it this time.

Are you sure you don't
wanna take five?

Hi, I'm Nikki Turner
and welcome to American Wheels.

We've got a great show
for you tonight.

I'll be test driving
one of the hottest

new electric cars on the market.

Then we go for an off-roading
adventure to Dubai.

And finally, our guest,
Jay Leno,

gives us an exclusive look
at his personal collection.

So, buckle up as we put
the pedal to the metal

and kick this thing
into high gear.

I'm Nikki Turner
and this is American Wheels.

And cut. That was great.

Let's take five

and we're gonna set up
for the interview. All right?

- Okay.
- All right.

Hi.

Hi.

That was great.

Thanks.

I wanted to...

Sorry, you go first.

Mm-hmm. Um...

I should have told you
about Chase.

I should have told you
about my meeting.

I just thought
that you might get upset.

I didn't want you
to think I didn't care.

Wait, you didn't go?

I left early.

What about the partners
and your promotion?

There are some things

that are more important
than just a career.

And worrying about
what other people think.

So, are you still my publicist?

Does a spark plug
use a hex head?

What?

What, you thought
I wasn't paying attention?

I just didn't think that you
cared about that stuff.

You make it really easy to care.

Can I...

can I ask you something?

Sure.

All right, we're ready
to move on to B Block.

Let's get into
positions, everyone.

Right, the interview portion
of the screen test.

Remember what we practiced.

Don't call him Mr. Leno

and remember that
I deserve to be here

just as much as he does.

Exactly.

Pew! You got this!

Wait, and it's still not
the real Jay Leno today?

Still not.

Dang it!

Welcome back to American Wheels.

I am now joined by
the illustrious and illuminating

star of standup and late night.

He's also one of my close
and personal friends, Mr. Jay!

And one of her close,
personal friends.

I think she's actually
having fun up there.

- Thanks, Nikki.
- Thanks.

I just can't believe
this is her first TV gig.

You've done great work with her, Jeremy.

Thanks, but...

I didn't do anything other
than bring out

what was already there.

And what was there...

was pretty incredible.

Yeah, behind every great star

is a publicist
that knows their best angle.

Well, thanks
for stopping by, Jay.

Give my regards to Camille.
And remember,

a little baking soda
and elbow grease

will get those Levis
looking brand new.

Coming up after the break,
we take a trip down memory lane

as I go for a spin
in a custom 1969 El Camino.

Don't go away.
We'll be right back.

All right, and cut.
Let's get it. Good job.

I think that went really well.

You do?

Absolutely. Naomi Mamona
would be so proud of you.

Thanks.

So, about that thing
that I wanted to ask you.

Ugh.

Oh, my God,
what is he still doing here?

Is it normal for my competition

- to watch my screen test?
- Is anything Chase does normal?

Hey, hey, hey.

Don't worry about him, okay?

This is about you.

You inspired thousands of women
to be themselves

and show the world
there's no job a woman can't do

just as well as a man.

You're the person people
wanna see on their TV, not him.

I'm still not sure
if I believe that.

Well, you don't have to,
because I do.

Hey, Nikki, we're ready
for you whenever you are.

You've got this.

- Pew!
- Pew!

Roll camera.

Welcome back.

Ever since I was a kid,
one of my favorite cars

- has always been a 1972 GTO.
- Jamie.

Chance.

How's life in the B league?

Oh, I spend a lot less time

watching you pretend
to know about cars,

so I'd say, pretty good.

Tell me that hard
work makes dreams come true.

Funny. But we all know,
if the partners asked,

you'd be back working for me
in a heartbeat.

I think I'll be fine
without you. And the partners.

Actually decided
to open my own PR agency.

With a local mechanic
as your only client? Ha.

I think you mean the next
host of American Wheels.

Oh, and I've got Gia,
so there's that.

It took six months
to fully repair the Roadster,

but when it was done,
it was a beauty to behold.

And that's why...

Ladies and gentlemen,
we actually have

a special surprise
for you today,

the star of highly accurate
Quick and Dangerous films,

Chase Wheeler has been
gracious enough

to grace us with his presence.

Come on up here!

Don't be shy.

- Come on, don't be shy.
- I'm good.

Well, that's a first.

You see, Chase and I
help each other out

from time to time.
I helped Chase fix the engine

on his new car,
and Chase watched me

fix the engine on his new car.

Guess you weren't so
Quick and Dangerous that day,

were you, Chase?

Hey, but if I need help
deciding which soda to drink

while my stunt double
does my action scene,

I'll be sure to give you a call.

There you are!

I've been looking
all over for you.

Nikki, that was amazing!

I have never seen anyone
stand up to Chase like that.

Thanks. I'm kind of
on a roll today, aren't I?

Nailed the screen test,
stood up to Chase.

Got the guy?

What are you talking about?

Jeremy, you believed in me
before I even did.

You saw something in me
from the start and gave me

the courage to share it
with the world.

I mean, if that's not
what love is, then,

I don't know what is.

And no matter what happens,

this has been the best
experience of my life.

Because it led me to you.

I'm gonna kiss you now, okay?

- Okay.
- Yeah, okay.

That's our show.

I'm Chase Wheeler
and this is American Wheels.

Keep rollin' and don't forget
to enjoy the ride.

Wow.

I still can't believe
they gave it to him.

Well, technically,
they gave it to both of them.

Apparently, the studio
loved their chemistry.

But there was no way

I was gonna co-host with him.

- Yeah, Chase sucks.
- Charlie!

I think it all worked
out okay, though.

Me too.

Is that work?

Ooh, tell Gia I say hi.

- How's her tour going?
- Good. Good.

I'll check in with her later.

Okay.

One of the perks
of being my own boss.

Who are you and what have
you done with my brother?

Oh, Mom.

Oh, guys, guys, it's starting.

Ooh, ooh, ooh.

Welcome to Sparx TV,
I'm Nikki Turner.

Each week we will dive
into different aspects

of auto maintenance, repair,
and modification.

We will also have interviews
with celebrity guests

and car enthusiasts
from all over the globe.

- Yay!
- Oh, my God, that was so good!

That was great!

That was so good!

Okay! Ooh, Uncle Jamie
has a girlfriend.

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