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: 10/30/2025Network: ABC (US)Status: Continuing
Scary
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7.77
13 votes

#1 - 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.

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Date
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7.44
151 votes

#2 - 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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Passion
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7.43
147 votes

#3 - 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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7.41
172 votes

#4 - 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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Danger
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7.38
126 votes

#5 - 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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