The DeLorean Legacy: Kat DeLorean on Family, Innovation & the Untold Story Behind an Icon

This Break/Fix podcast episode features Kat DeLorean, daughter of the iconic automotive engineer John DeLorean. The conversation covers the DeLorean Legacy Project, her father's revolutionary contributions to the automotive industry, and the development of the iconic DMC 12. Kat shares personal anecdotes about her father's life, his unyielding spirit, and his influence. The episode also delves into Kat's current efforts to honor her father's legacy through educational initiatives and the engineering program aimed at inspiring future generations. Discussion touches on the impact of Back to the Future on the DeLorean brand, the DeLorean Legacy Foundation's mission, and the upcoming new car model JZD. Kat emphasizes the importance of fostering innovation and the spirit of ingenuity that her father championed.

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00:00 Meet Kat DeLorean

01:42 The DeLorean Family Legacy

02:50 John DeLorean's Innovations

04:21 The DeLorean Name and Heritage

07:18 Growing Up DeLorean

16:55 The DeLorean Legacy Project

21:18 John DeLorean's Continued Work

23:58 Reflections on John DeLorean's Vision

30:53 Break/Fix Pit Stop Questions

32:11 Naming the DeLoreans

32:56 Sexiest and Ugliest Cars

34:09 The Aztek Debate

35:36 DeLorean Legacy and Racing

37:19 Building the JZD

41:57 STEM and the DeLorean Foundation

52:37 Back to the Future Impact

58:08 Kat DeLorean's Future Plans

59:25 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts

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