Shifting Gears : Episode 21

Widowed car restoration shop owner Matt is forced to confront his estranged daughter, when she and her children move in with him, creating a major upheaval in his life as he navigates the challenges or reconnecting with his family while restoring classic cars in his garage.

Matt joins Riley at Carter's high school open house, where he's unsettled to learn about the "accommodations" made for his grandson's anxiety. Meanwhile, Riley reconnects with Caitlin, a former classmate, and sets her up with Gabriel.

Riley, desperate for work, reluctantly takes a job at Matt's shop; Gabriel and Stitch secretly stray from Matt's vision on a high-stakes restomod project.

When Riley discovers a closet filled with her late mother’s clothes, she insists Matt hasn’t processed her death and urges him to see a grief counselor. Meanwhile, Gabriel faces a crisis of confidence when he’s put in charge of the shop for a day.

Riley’s estranged husband, Jimmy, shows up to win her back, much to Matt’s dismay. While Matt struggles to get through to him, Riley finds support in an unexpected place.

A Valentine's Day visit to his late wife's grave sparks an unexpected connection for Matt in an unlikely place; Riley is thrust into the spotlight for a promotional video at the dance studio.

The feud between Parker Customs and Premiere Dance Lab heats up when Matt confronts the owner over a picnic table placed in the shared alleyway; Carter's need for "me time" sparks a conversation with Matt.

Georgia invites Matt and Riley to speak at her school's Career Day, where playful competition turns tense when Riley learns Georgia is ashamed of her job; Gabriel mentors Carter's car project until a more urgent piece of business arises.

Riley is horrified when she finds weed gummies in Carter’s pocket, prompting surprising advice from Matt. Meanwhile, Eve inadvertently lands Gabriel and Stitch in hot water after asking them to donate to a charity auction.

Riley is torn between her past and her future.

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.

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; Carter mediates a tiff between Gabe and Stitch.

When Carter's job pays more than Riley's, she decides to find her forever career and clashes with Matt over her future; Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias drops by Parker Customs; Matt debates letting go of a piece of the past.

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.

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.

Matt's dream build turns into a nightmare when controversy threatens to derail everything.

Matt's plan to prove he's the better driving teacher hits a snag when he learns his license is expired; Riley's two worlds collide as she struggles to keep both her business and family afloat.

This holiday season, the Parkers discover that romance isn't always a smooth ride as Matt and Eve are on thin ice; Gabe enlists Riley to help Amelie impress his mum; Carter seeks help with his promposal.

When Matt refuses to let Carter bring a dog into “his” house, Riley starts to wonder if it’s time for her and the kids to find their own place. Meanwhile, Gabe seeks Riley’s advice amid second thoughts about moving in with Amelie.

Matt’s reunion with a high school friend stirs up more than nostalgia when he meets their equally opinionated spouse. Meanwhile, Riley spirals when Klatch gets a negative Yelp review.

Matt is thrilled to show off his military-hero son Sam, but a shift in Sam's career could finally give Riley a chance to be the golden child; Andy's singing hits all the wrong notes for Riley.

Matt revs his love life back up only to find the road rockier than expected. Meanwhile, a chance romantic moment has Riley and Gabe questioning the nature of their relationship.