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Episodes
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.
Jon narrates his unexpected journey of purchasing a 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited. Despite his longstanding preference for Rams with high performance engines, he opted for a Tundra for its practicality, reliability, and suitability for California's lifestyle. Jon recounts his experiences with various trucks, emphasizing the appeal of the Tundra's build quality and its suitability for both daily driving and towing. He also shares anecdotes from his visits to dealerships and the Toyota factory, highlighting cultural and historical aspects of Toyota's manufacturing. His detailed and personal account underscores the pragmatic choice of a vehicle that blends durability with everyday convenience.
Trevor Something - Into Your Heart
Toyota: respect, not love
Dually Rams and buying vehicles to the nth degree
No MoT, the Land of the Free
The Hot Rod, with no mudguards or windshield
A 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited
Towed my Mercedes home
Thanks, Toyota of Clovis
Dodge Ram SRT10
The 1000lb/ft Ram Dually…
…as the 3 car hauler
68RFE vs Aisin
Route 66 Road Trip Pod
Lemonsquad
Dodging two white Rams
Escalades as the pinnacle tow vehicle
Bought with 198k. One owner, Clean Carfax
Toyota more school run friendly than ex-ranch Dually Ram with bullbar
Truck needs to double as a luxury car
Tundra as Land Cruise with bed and bigger motor
Two sizes of crew cab - 3 Series or 7 Series size rear seats
Tundra 1794
Ford King Ranch
The value of the back up camera
The black Tundra with Arthur Daley in Sacramento
CarUk Lee
A word on 200k trucks
Toyotas - “only when you beat on them - REALLY beat on them - do you understand” M. Newton
Too hot for a road test
Rabbit Pitts’ “Paw Paw” Truck
The long life of Toyota trucks
Pulling to the right, “they all do that, Sir”
Towing the Mercedes home, in 116 degree heat
A super capable tow vehicle
Planning well to choose and look at truck, but not how to pay and get home
Earlier experience with Toyotas as hot air balloon ground crew
Other pod guests, Newton and Garcia love and always own Toyota trucks
Domestic pick up size, V8, allied with Toyotas reliability
Even if the reliability is a myth the perceived reliability drives value
Ford truck motors highly stressed vs Chevy, Toyota
Interior looks lke 40k, not 200k
A visit to the Toyota factory
Toyoda and Toyota
Soichiro Honda as personification of the brand, and in motorsport
Toyota isn’t racing, it’s rebuild the nation
W210 Mercedes copied by Lexus GS300
Toyota - cheap feeling materials like Ford but screwed together like and 80s Mercedes
Experiments with High 4
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
In the old days, film stuntman Colt Seavers moonlit as a bounty hunter when movie work is slow. He chased after bad guys and returned them to the Los Angeles area. Now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What could possibly go right?
Steve & Izzy from Everything I Learned from Movies Podcast invite us to review the 2024 Film "The Fall Guy" starring Ryan Gosling & Emily Blunt.
THIS EPISODE IS INTENDED FOR MATURE LISTENERS; DISCRETION IS ADVISED.
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00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:52 Meet the Hosts: Steve and Izzy
01:19 Special Guests from Brake Fix Podcast
01:38 Discussing 'The Fall Guy' Movie
02:39 Beer Tasting and Fun Banter
05:02 Director David Leach's Filmography
06:31 The Origin of 'The Fall Guy' TV Series
09:13 Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt's Performances
11:37 Analyzing the Movie's Stunts and Action Scenes
29:51 Detective Colt's Investigation
35:32 The Fruit Plate Key Card
35:37 The Dead Guy in the Bathtub
36:05 The Truck Stunt Setup
36:51 Karaoke Night
36:59 Gail's Warning
37:16 Jean Claude the Dog
38:43 Dumpster Ballroom Dancing
41:48 The Apartment Fight
42:57 The Boat Scene
47:40 The Canyon Chase
49:54 The Final Showdown
53:39 Movie Review and Recommendations
58:55 Fun Facts and Trivia
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
For our guest, there has always been a joy to drawing and painting. His conscious ego fades into almost selfless relaxed concentration. Time dissolves and the decisions become intuitive and not reasoned. Kurt Vonnegut put it like this “To practice any art, how well or how badly, is a way to make your soul grow, so do it.”
Bob Gillespie considers himself very fortunate to have witnessed more than his fair share of history at a racetrack, and has been fascinated, and at times maybe obsessed with. He never thought his childhood heroes would someday have his art hanging on their walls. And he’s here to share his story and how he got the chance to honor them while exploring ways to capture their sport in paint.
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00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
01:07 Meet Bob Gillespie: The Artist and Petrolhead
01:35 Early Inspirations and Career Beginnings
02:45 Transition to Art and Photography
04:11 Capturing Racing History in Paint
04:56 The Excitement of Watkins Glen
06:16 Choosing Artistic Mediums
09:13 Creating Large-Scale Murals
10:37 The Story Behind the Chamber of Commerce Mural
13:44 Techniques and Challenges in Mural Painting
18:21 The Most Beautiful Car: A Personal Opinion
20:15 The Ugliest Car of All Time
20:59 Switching Gears: One Track Mind
21:42 The Inspiration Behind the Book
24:09 The Excitement of Motorsport Art
26:08 Favorite Spots at Watkins Glen
29:12 Photorealism and AI in Art
34:45 Acquiring Bob Gillespie's Art
36:41 Shoutouts and Final Thoughts
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Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
In Episode 34 of Init Talks, host Yvonne Houffelaar (@Yvonne_Houffelaar) takes the seat to interview a very special guest: Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix). From her beginnings in official karting championships to competing in events like Formula Masters and working with Astana Motorsports, Lyubov shares her incredible journey through the world of motorsport. She reflects on her achievements in karting, the challenges of competing at high levels, and her experience at the W Series selection event, offering insights into the determination and resilience needed to succeed.
Lyubov’s passion for motorsport eventually extended to the virtual world. In 2019, she began streaming, encouraged by her husband, and has since built a vibrant community of fans and racers. As a member of the Thrustmaster Rockets team and a proud ambassador for Next Level Racing, she has become a prominent figure in the sim racing community. Lyubov discusses how her real-world racing background has influenced her sim racing skills and the opportunities it has brought her, including competing in prestigious events like the Virtual Le Mans.
Adding to her list of accomplishments, Lyubov has also competed in the Porsche eSports Supercup All-Star Series, showcasing her talent on a global stage. Join Yvonne and Lyubov for a deep dive into her journey from real-world racing to becoming a sim racing ambassador, as well as her thoughts on inspiring the next generation of drivers and gamers. This is an episode filled with stories of ambition, perseverance, and passion for motorsport in all its forms. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Introduction to Screen to Speed
00:49 Meet the Guest: Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya
01:48 Lyubov's Early Karting Days
07:13 Transition to Formula Racing
09:50 Challenges and Achievements in Formula Racing
13:27 W Series Selection Event
24:01 Sim Racing and Streaming Journey
30:59 Technical Challenges in Virtual Le Mans
32:51 Experiences with Air Factor 2
35:07 Joining the Virtual Le Mans with Graf by TRS Sports
37:52 Porsche eSports Super Cup All Star Series
41:17 Favorite Tracks and Cars in iRacing
45:46 Olympus Esports Journey
52:27 Sim4STEM Program and Scholastic Esports Awards
54:54 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Friday Dec 13, 2024
Friday Dec 13, 2024
Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.
In this episode Jon provides an in-depth review of the new Lucid Gravity after attending a launch event at the Lucid plant in Newark, East Bay, San Francisco. Summers discusses his initial impressions of the vehicle's design, likening the rear to a stylish shooting brake and the front to a Chrysler minivan. Despite his reservations about electric vehicles lacking the 'grit' of traditional cars, he praises Lucid for their California-inspired luxury and advanced technology, including a 900-volt electrical system and an augmented reality heads-up display. He also touches on the practical aspects of the SUV, such as its interior space and off-road capabilities. Summers humorously notes the challenges of balancing family practicality with a modern, high-tech car, concluding with an appreciation for Lucid's commitment to design excellence.
Samuel Sonder ft. Luke Coulson - I Can Feel You
Lucid Gravity
Western Automotive Journalists
The 500 hp motor which fits in a suitcase
The rolling chassis
Parallels with Duesenberg
Gravity Front
Scandroid - Neo Tokyo
Moving Motorcycles in Minivans. But not this one. Trunk aperture too small.
EV driving experience lacks marque-specific character. Except perhaps Lucid
Car buying is about image, not capability
Can an SUV be “sporty”?
“Compromise Nothing”, a doubtful tagline
Minivan/Flex shape better than Bentayga/Rangey shape
Range Anxiety removing 400+mile range
The Wunderbox To power your house in an outage
200 miles range on a 15 min charge
Gateway Drugs - Give me your Love
The California Bear Logo and California design
The Importance of the Interior. Which is very nice.
Moonroof feels like T-tops
Safety sh1t
.24 drag coefficient
Apple-copy design elements eww
Augmented Reality Heads Up Display. Which seemed subtle and useful
Relaxation mode. With Meditopia
The car as living room
900 volts, and the Tesla Cybertruck crash
Starcadian - Heart
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Tonight, we delve into the extraordinary life of a man who wasn’t just a racing legend but an icon of human spirit and determination.
Through the lens of Netflix's highly anticipated miniseries, we’ll explore the meteoric rise, relentless drive, and untamed passion of Ayrton Senna—one of Formula 1's greatest champions.
Born in Brazil, a land of contrasts and dreams, Senna’s journey was nothing short of a cinematic masterpiece. From his humble beginnings on the karting tracks of São Paulo to his three world championships and the unforgettable rivalries that defined an era, Ayrton's story is as exhilarating as the circuits he conquered.
But beyond the roar of the engines, the glitz of podiums, and the iconic yellow helmet, there was a man. A man who carried the weight of a nation, who raced with his heart as much as his skill, and whose life ended too soon, leaving a legacy that transcends sport.
This is more than a story about speed and victory; it’s a tale of resilience, faith, and a relentless pursuit of perfection.
And joining us tonight to help break down the miniseries episode by episode and dissect its most pivotal moments is our most-returnest guest co-host William “Big Money” Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace, along with Professor Jon Summers, the Motoring Historian.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:00:22 Ayrton Senna: The Racing Legend
00:01:19 Exploring Netflix's Senna Miniseries
00:01:46 The Anticipation and Production of the Series
00:02:20 Analyzing the Miniseries: Style and Substance
00:03:48 Senna's Story: From Brazil to Formula One
00:04:05 The Miniseries' Portrayal of Senna
00:05:38 Entertainment vs. Historical Accuracy
00:06:40 Senna's Early Racing Career
00:07:53 The Fast-Paced Storytelling of the Miniseries
00:11:33 Senna's Personal Life and Relationships
00:16:17 Senna's Rivalries and Racing Tactics
00:20:17 The Role of Media and Public Perception
00:23:33 Senna's Impact on Formula One
00:25:02 The Prost-Senna Rivalry
00:35:08 The Legacy of Ayrton Senna
00:41:37 Senna's Infamous Lap of the Gods
00:42:02 Senna's Out of Body Experience
00:43:30 The Real Senna: Authenticity and Reactions
00:45:22 Monaco 1990: Redemption
00:45:30 Action Sequences and Real Footage
00:48:35 Senna's Relationship with Honda
00:54:14 Senna's Personal Life and Relationships
00:57:17 The Tragic Weekend at Imola
01:06:39 Senna's Legacy and Final Thoughts
01:14:52 Conclusion and Recommendations
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Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tonight’s guest founded the Slot Mods brand in 2007 and serves in the dual role of designer and lead artist for each commissioned project. Every Slot Mods track bears David Beattie’s signature passion, artistry, and meticulous attention to detail.
David grew up in a suburb of Detroit with ten siblings, one who worked for McLaren Racing’s Can Am team. His love of auto racing began when Peter Revson’s Can Am car appeared on a car hauler in the family’s driveway. He is a fan of all things motorsports, including Formula 1, NASCAR, and sports car racing and he’s here tonight to chat with us about how he turned his passion Slot Car Racing into a second career.
David’s creations have been featured in publications across the globe including Car and Driver, Sports Illustrated, and CNBC, and he has made appearances on Jay Leno's Garage, The Today Show, Discovery Channel, the BBC, Galileo, and multiple enthusiasts' podcasts, including this one!
Inspired by legendary circuits from around the world, Slot Mods creates wooden 1:32 scale MegaTracks. Every inch of these raceways, from the corkscrews to the chicanes, from the paddocks to the pits, right down to the mounting bolts on the aluminum guardrails, is handmade with incredible precision and built to withstand years of intense racing action.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
00:00:27 Meet David Beattie: Founder of Slot Mods
00:00:45 David's Early Life and Motorsports Passion
00:00:57 The Influence of McLaren and Family
00:01:26 From Childhood to Slot Car Enthusiast
00:04:47 Reconnecting with Slot Car Racing
00:06:15 The Birth of Slot Mods
00:09:30 Building the First Custom Tracks
00:13:43 Expanding the Business and Early Success
00:16:01 Meeting Celebrities and Gaining Recognition
00:22:16 Designing and Building Custom Tracks
00:27:28 Collaborations with Pro Drivers
00:29:12 Zak Brown and Bobby Rahal Stories
00:32:11 Building Tracks for Racing Legends
00:37:20 DIY Slot Car Track Tips
00:43:35 Choosing the Right Slot Car Scale
00:52:31 Custom Slot Cars and 3D Printing
00:57:55 Future Projects and Personal Passions
01:02:28 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
In Episode 33 of Init Talks, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) welcomes the Dutch Meike Ploeg, a rising star in the racing world. The number 33 isn’t just the episode number; it’s also Meike’s racing number, a meaningful symbol of her journey and ambitions. Meike shares the story behind her choice of number and how it represents her determination as she navigates the thrilling world of motorsport.
Meike recently celebrated a significant milestone by earning her European racing license, a key achievement that allows her to compete across Europe. She speaks passionately about her goal to participate in the Fun Cup, a unique and exciting racing series that bridges the gap between novice and experienced drivers. With a clear vision and unwavering drive, Meike is chasing the dream of her life—making a mark in motorsport both on and off the track.
Alongside her real-world racing endeavors, Meike is an avid sim racer, dedicating countless hours to platforms like RaceRoom Racing Experience and iRacing. She explains how sim racing has been instrumental in developing her skills and fostering her love for the sport. Tune in to hear Meike’s inspiring journey, her thoughts on balancing sim and real-world racing, and her plans for the future as she races toward her dreams. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Introduction to Screen to Speed00:49 Meet Meike Ploeg 01:29 Meike's Early Racing Days07:03 Transition to Sim Racing12:02 Challenges and Community in Sim Racing29:04 Equipment Upgrades and Experiences32:36 From Basic Equipment to Advanced Sim Racing33:47 Building a Custom Sim Rig35:48 Choosing the Right Monitor Setup38:43 VR and Sim Racing Preferences39:36 Favorite Car and Track Combos42:44 Future Plans in Real and Sim Racing47:06 Consistency in Racing49:18 Streaming and Community Engagement54:55 Encouraging Women in Sim Racing58:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Involved in the car hobby since his childhood, our guest founded a vintage restoration business after completing his graduate degree in 1988, and by 1991 his career had evolved into being an automotive photographer, journalist, and author.
Richard Prince has photographed for brands like Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, Cadillac, Ferrari, Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, and many others, at some of the most interesting locations and race tracks around the world. He’s published numerous books as well as authoring and illustrating thousands of magazine articles. There’s no doubt you’ve seen his photography in dozens of books and over 400 publications in more than 80 countries worldwide, and he’s here to tell us all about his exciting journey filled with twists and turns that he never thought his career would take him on.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
00:00:28 Meet Richard Prince: From Restoration to Photography
00:01:36 Early Influences and Passion for Cars
00:03:11 The Journey into Photography
00:04:11 Starting a Restoration Business: "Real Cars"
00:06:42 Transition to Professional Photography
00:13:38 Discovering a Legendary Corvette
00:21:38 The Birth of Corvette Racing
00:24:49 The Iconic Jake Logo
00:29:52 Life After "Real Cars"
00:32:22 Travels and Favorite Racetracks
00:34:21 The Thrill of Returning to Familiar Tracks
00:35:33 A Life-Changing Crash at VIR
00:36:43 The Immediate Aftermath and Medical Response
00:45:44 The Hospital Experience and Realizations
00:56:36 Reflections on Safety and Career Wisdom
00:59:44 What's Next for Richard Prince?
01:00:51 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tuesday Dec 03, 2024
Tonight, we have an opportunity to bring a piece of Le Mans to you, sharing in the Legend of Le Mans with guests from different eras of over 100 years of racing.
Andy Pilgrim, whose resume includes wins at the 12 hours of Sebring, Petit Le Mans, the Rolex 24, GT races on 5 continents, the Pikes Peak Hill-climb, NASCAR and 6 finishes (with 5 podiums) at the 24 hours of Le Mans. He is best known for his days racing with Team Cadillac and Corvette Racing and we’re honored to have him with us tonight to share his stories about racing at Le Mans.
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00:00 Introduction to the Legend of Le Mans
00:46 Meet Andy Pilgrim: Racing Resume and Early Career
01:40 Starting in Endurance Racing
02:20 The Firestone Firehawk Series
03:59 Building Endurance and Racing Skills
07:18 First Experience at Le Mans
10:19 Challenges and Learning at Le Mans
17:32 Transition to GM and Corvette Racing
24:09 Rivalries and Racing Dynamics
24:57 Racing Rivalries and Challenges
25:25 Corvette's Journey to Success
26:56 Technical Evolution and Engineering Insights
31:52 Le Mans: The Mental and Physical Challenge
35:46 Racing in the Dark and Rain
38:21 Reflections on a Racing Career
40:04 The Future of Sports Cars and Team Corvette
43:10 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
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Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
In this episode of Init Talks, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) welcomes the inspiring and accomplished Yvonne Houffelaar (@Yvonne_Houffelaar). Yvonne is a dynamic force in sim racing and motorsport, wearing multiple hats as the Community Manager of Init Esports, Team Manager for the Screen to Speed Dream Team, and Co-founder of United Sim Team. With a passion for inclusivity and diversity, Yvonne has dedicated her career to creating opportunities for women and underrepresented groups in the racing community.
As a disabled sim racer and racing driver, Yvonne is a shining example of resilience and determination. Her journey in motorsport demonstrates how barriers can be overcome with hard work, innovation, and a strong support network. From managing successful teams to empowering others in the racing world, Yvonne’s story is one of courage and leadership.
Join us for a deep dive into Yvonne’s remarkable career, her advocacy for inclusivity, and her vision for the future of sim racing and motorsport. This conversation is sure to leave you inspired and motivated to embrace challenges and pursue your passions.
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Introduction to Screen to Speed
01:12 Meet Yvonne Houffelaar: A Journey in Racing
02:49 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing
03:44 Discovering Sim Racing
04:38 Highlights and Memorable Moments
05:23 Driving with Hand Controls
08:26 Switching to ACC and Endurance Racing
15:54 Building a Sim Racing Community
20:03 Women in Sim Racing
22:57 Streaming and Content Creation
25:07 Sim Racing Community Insights
27:18 Sim Racing Expo Experience
30:03 Behind the Scenes of Content Creation
30:19 Memorable Moments and Fun Times
31:31 The Thrill of SimRacing
35:50 Endurance Racing Preparation
39:56 Advice for Aspiring SimRacers
49:06 Upcoming Events and Future Plans
58:19 Concluding Remarks and Farewell
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.
Jon explores various car events including the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and the Laguna Seca races. In this episode, he passionately discusses the significance of preservation versus restoration in the world of classic cars, referencing historic vehicles like the Mercedes 770 and the Ferrari 340 Mexico. Summers also shares his personal experiences and insights as a Pebble Beach docent, highlights noteworthy cars and auctions, and takes listeners on a scenic road trip through California. His narrative intertwines historical anecdotes, personal reflections on the automotive hobby, and practical tips for enjoying car shows and road trips.
WASP - Shoot From The Hip
The Most Evil Nazi and how to restore a Mercedes 770
The Place Where Eva Braun’s Bum Was
What makes an Elegant Car?
Paul Russell Restorations
The Authenticity of the Unrestored Car
The “bad” $35m GTO
J’s enthusiasm for a Preservation car winning
Bullitt - Stay Wild
The Ex-Mullin Talbot which shoulda won (according to many other Pebble docents)
A Tribute to Peter Mullin
Accept - Too High To Get It Right
Mercedes vs Bugatti: The Unnofficial Score of Most Winning Marque at Pebble
A Eulogy on the Winning Bugatti Type 59
Sublime to the Ridiculous. Or the Ridiculous to the Sub Lime - a long digression on the green 2005 Kawasaki ZX10R, which I paid $775 for from a Copart Salvage Auction, and brought back from the dead
Windward Art District in Miami and a hand painted Kawasaki ZZR600
An Avant-Garde Collecting Manifesto
The comi-tragic opera of transporting a ZX10 from Minnesota to California on an open trailer in January
After 8 years sitting, the ZX10 Gets Its Turn
Harlequin Plastic Pattern Doesnt Work
Down, repaired (well it would seem) but downed again
Peak Analog. How that is defined by Jon
A digression on the value of ABS brakes on a motorcycle
Twenty years ago and the annual arms race by the big 4
On its test ride, ZX10 races a Kawasaki H2, the Top Gun: Maverick bike
Kreator - Grinder (Judas Priest cover)
ZX10 tied to the Elegance, Pebble Beach and Concours Judging
Hillsborough Concours and the Hagerty Junior Judges
The Pebble winning Bugatti and J’s Ninja - are they the same?
Manowar - And The Gods Made Heavy Metal
How I Became a Pebble Beach Docent
Ironstone Concours
What is a Pebble Beach Docent and What Does He Do?
3am; my uniform
Charity. And rich people showing off their cars
“I am going to try to knock it out of the park telling stories about cars on the lawn”
The Day In The Life of a Pebble Docent
The Great Pebble Accommodation Conundrum and Hollister
The absurd cost of accommodation on the peninsula Pebble weekend
Learning from other docents
Meeting the winner on the lawn
I love that the car was driven over the weekend
Working with Rolex and Jackie Stewart. And missing his stories
Meeting the CEO of Rolex
Rolex VIPs wives and elegance
The Mercedes EQS design team tour meets the Vanderbilt Cup 90hp
J goes behind the ropes, invited by owner
Frua trunk hinges and the nature of connoisseurship
The leveling of the car guy playing field
Cathedral - Hopkins, Witch Finder General
How to make the most of Pebble without breaking the bank
Bob Devlin and the History of Pebble Beach
The Pebble Beach Road Races, and the California road racing scene in the 40s/50s
Ken Miles and the Flying Shingle
Kimberly Clark and Bill Kimberly
Driving the course in Phil Hills winning Jaguar XK120
Junk car or Ferrari ?
Vain - Whisper
A Eulogy to Don Williams and the Blackhawk Collection
Nora Wagner, the Blackhawk Docent Program and interpreting old cars in museums
Collector cars in the 50’s? “A new 50 Ford or a 29 Duesenberg needing some work?’
The individuality of the prewar Olympian cars
JB Nethercutt and the Nethercutt Museum
The Blackhawk Museum Creation Myth; cars as jewellery
Roxx Gang - Scratch My Back
Gooding and Auction review; auctions as car shows
Legends of the Autobahn
Concorso Italiano
Concours de Lemons
Pebble increasingly a car event for rich guys
Mecum - so much to see because they sell so many cars
DAD - Point of View
Laguna Seca history and comments
Pebble increasingly a rich guy lifestyle event
Dokken - Standing On The Outside (Intro)
Practical Advice for Enjoying Pebble Beach week
Accommodation: Expensive in Monterey, Hollister and Soledad are distant but cheap
Leave the stick shift interesting car at home and take the air conditioned automatic modern
RM/Sotheby’s: The free car show in downtown Monterey at the Portola Hotel
Ian Kelleher
The Tony Paravanno Ferrari 410
Mercedes W196 Stromlinwagen
Valuing unique one of one cars vs. GTOs, Cobras (where there are plenty of comps)
Dokken - Standing On The Outside (chorus)
RM equalling Gooding nowadays
Drew Alcazar
J sits in a Ferrari 288 GTO
The Almighty - Thunderbird
RM compared with Bonhams
The Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance on Thursday Morning, arguably the best single event of Pebble week
Casey Maxon and collecting 90s sportbikes
Ollie sits in Gooding’s 1961 Lotus 18
Market analysis - pre 1980 stuff struggling, post 80’s stuff up, at least Testarossas are
Running Wild - Adventure Highway
The car park after the tour, and a white Cizetta Moroder V16
Running Wild - Freewind Rider
Monterey Historics Visit
Some anecdotes on the Quail; blagging entry with a John McGuiness shirt
Jenson Button sneers at J
Getting invited to show your Maserati at the Quail, but losing the keys
Watching three Martini Lancias loaded
Pushing an Indy Offy Roadster
Dining advice from J: the Baja Cantina
Judas Priest - Running Wild
Pod advice from a 9 year old
The best biscuits and gravy
OG Vanlife camping at Laguna Seca
The rhythm of Laguna
Spins at Turn 8
The appeal of the Jaguar E-Type
Stuck in traffic on the Saturday
The Inn at Spanish Bay - “the place to see the supercars and celebrities”
Josh Altman
The Almighty - Power
The Dawn Patrol
Twin Spark 50s Maseratis
Saxon - Midas Touch
2024 Tour Learnings
Pebble Beach deductive judging vs. Amelia Island
Lancia Stratos Zero
Vector W8
The Olympian Cars book
Black Label Society - Set You Free
Casa Ferrari
A eulogy on 50s and 60s Ferrari Superfasts
Chinetti’s Ferrari 340 Mexico
Black convertible 400 Superfast
The Superfasts together allow J to compare design details
Ferrari and Fake It Till You Make It People
J looks for his BOLUX wrist watch
Hawkwind - Moonglum
Mercedes E55 AMG Bravo! Dormant for a year but worked fine except disintegrating wheel bearing
Hot August Nights ‘24
Road trip recommendation: Highway 25 south from Hollister
Saxon - Forever Free
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