Ep 4. Brains, Brains, and Automobiles

Stan is back with his wacky hijinks in the fifth season of American Dad and in this episode, Brains, Brains, and Automobiles, he takes on the world of car racing. It all starts when Stan takes his family out to dinner at a fancy restaurant. While there, he runs into an old friend who is now a successful race car driver. Stan is immediately jealous and decides that he too needs to race cars if he wants to be successful.

Stan's opportunity to race comes when his friend invites him to participate in a cross-country car race. Stan eagerly accepts the invitation and decides to enter the race with his son Steve as his co-driver. The race will be tough, with participants traveling across the country in modified cars that can run on anything from gasoline to vegetable oil.

As soon as the race starts, Stan realizes just how much he underestimated the competition. The other racers are all experienced and skilled, and Stan struggles to keep up. He tries to gain an advantage by cheating, but his efforts are foiled by his son Steve.

Throughout the race, Stan and Steve face countless obstacles, from getting lost in the desert to encountering a biker gang. They also meet some interesting characters along the way, including a hippie couple who tries to convince them to drop out of the race and join their commune.

Meanwhile, Francine, Hayley, and Roger track Stan's progress from home. Francine is worried about Stan's safety, Hayley is cheering him on, and Roger is mostly just interested in using the high-tech race tracking equipment to bet on the outcome of the race.

As the race comes to an end, Stan realizes that he has learned an important lesson about what it takes to succeed. He discovers that it's not just about winning, but about the journey itself. Although he doesn't win the race, he realizes that his relationships with his family are more important than anything else.

Overall, Brains, Brains, and Automobiles is a fun and action-packed episode of American Dad that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a great showcase of the show's unique brand of humor and the zany adventures that the Smith family is known for. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the show or just looking for a good laugh, this episode is not to be missed.