David finds himself in hot water after he promises to drive Sarah and her friends to a concert before he actually gets his driver's permit. Determined to make the concert, David bites the bullet and asks Joaquin for driving lessons, landing him in the driver's seas for the ride of his life.

When Elizabeth takes a job as a bank teller to earn extra money needed for Maria's college education, Joaquin predicts that the kids will suffer, then proceeds to make sure that they do. Meanwhile, Ernesto tries to avoid getting a promotion.

When David wants to buy a car, he enlists Maria's help to convince Joaquin. He later regrets the decision after Maria teams up with a car saleswoman and they convince Joaquin to buy a car - for Maria. David then sets out to prove to his dad once and for all that women are constantly manipulating him.