The BEST episodes of Shifting Gears season 2

Every episode of Shifting Gears season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Shifting Gears season 2!

Matt, a headstrong widower, is the owner of a classic car workshop. When his separated daughter and teenage children arrive at his house, the real restoration begins.

Last Updated: 12/5/2025Network: ABC (US)Status: Continuing
Date
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7.48
176 votes

#1 - Date

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/8/2025

Matt and Eve go on their first date but have different ideas of what it should entail. Riley befriends the mom of Georgia’s new friend while Carter mediates a tiff between Gabe and Stitch.

Directors: Victor Gonzalez
Writer: Lesley Wake
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Loyalty
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7.46
153 votes

#2 - Loyalty

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/5/2025

Matt’s dream build turns into a nightmare when controversy between Stitch and the client threatens to derail everything. Meanwhile, Riley hires Carter at her coffee business and quickly learns that working with family brews more tension than drinks.

Directors: John Pasquin
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Danger
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7.46
170 votes

#3 - Danger

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/22/2025

When a raccoon appears in the Parkers’ yard, Matt sees a chance to teach Carter a lesson about facing his fears. Meanwhile, Riley struggles to navigate the world of dating apps and goes on her first post-divorce date.

Directors: Victor Gonzalez
Writer: Dan Levy
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Passion
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7.45
177 votes

#4 - Passion

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/15/2025

When Riley discovers Carter's job pays more than hers, she decides to find her forever career and clashes with Matt over her future. A familiar face drops by Parker Customs, Georgia gets a big surprise, and Matt debates letting go of a piece of the past.

Directors: John Pasquin
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Secret
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7.39
193 votes

#5 - Secret

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/1/2025

Matt wrestles with his feelings for Eve, and Charlotte convinces him to go to a grief group. Meanwhile, Riley struggles with her own "will she or won't she" about her feelings for Gabe.

Directors: John Pasquin
Writer: Bob Daily
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Scary
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7.38
162 votes

#6 - Scary

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/29/2025

Matt plans to spend Halloween with Eve, but the real terror begins when she wants to sleep over. With Carter and Georgia out for the night, Riley invites Gabe and Stitch to a party, hoping to relive the crazy, epic Halloweens of her past.

Directors: Victor Gonzalez
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License
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7.23
61 votes

#7 - License

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/3/2025

When he finds out Carter’s getting driving lessons, Matt’s plan to prove he’s the better teacher hits a snag when he learns his license is expired. Meanwhile, Riley’s two worlds collide as she struggles to keep both her business and family afloat.

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