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The return of the Factory 6-speed Manual

On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market.
This week William discusses the growing trend for 6-speed manuals returning as an available option on  high-end sports, exotic, and hyper-cars. Learn why your next Ferrari should be a Factory Manual.
Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
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00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:57 Exploring the Manual Transmission Debate
01:50 Market Trends and Modifications
04:34 Koenigsegg's Innovative Gearbox
06:13 Pagani's Utopia and Manual Gearbox Popularity
07:44 Ferrari's Potential Manual Gearbox
11:07 Market Analysis and Sales Trends
11:49 Case Study: Ferrari F430 Sales
15:09 Exploring Scuderia Conversions and Prices
15:42 Ryan's Car and Inventory Insights
17:11 Ferrari Market Trends and Pricing
17:45 Comparing Ferrari 360 and 430
18:25 The Case for Factory Manual Ferraris
20:09 Engineering Challenges and Emission Standards
22:34 The Vision for a Basic, Analog Ferrari
25:30 Engaging the Community and Final Thoughts
26:28 Closing Remarks and Sponsorship Information

TL:DR - Retro Test Drive, DeLorean DMC-12

For this particular Retro Test Drive, I found myself in the great state of Texas on business with some extra time to visit with friends. With a lot of hand-wringing on the part of Don Weberg from Garage Style Magazine, he relented and was willing to let me spend a few hours with his prized, all-original 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 VIN#3900. Don reminded me often that I was “one of the few folks that has driven this car in its entire 42 years of being on the road. Be careful with it.” I got this.
This episode has been brought to you in-part by Garage Style Magazine and the DeLorean Legacy Project. Articles from the TL:DR mini-series can be found on gtmotorsports.org; and if you'd like early access to these minisodes, be sure to check out our Patreon.
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00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:32 The Unique Culture of Car Naming
01:10 Retro Test Drive: The DeLorean DMC 12
01:49 Understanding Hero Cars
03:14 Driving Experience and Observations
04:07 Exploring the DeLorean's Design
06:42 Behind the Wheel: First Impressions
07:33 Engine and Driving Dynamics
08:24 Interior Comfort and Ergonomics
08:44 Ergonomics and Driving Challenges
09:48 Exploring Blair Witch Road
10:19 Handling and Performance Insights
11:45 Comparing the DMC 12 to Other Cars
12:43 Is the DMC 12 a Sports Car?
13:54 The Legacy of the DeLorean DMC 12
15:11 Final Thoughts and Appreciation
16:54 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

The Greatest Corvette Story Ever Told (Camoradi #4)

The following episode focuses on the amazing history of the Camoradi #4 Corvette that finished 10th in the 1960 24 Hours of Le Mans. The panel consisted of Richard Prince, author and official photographer for the GM Corvette Race Team; Dominic Testa, owner of the car; Chuck Schroedel, who was a member of the Camoradi team at Le Mans in 1960; and a special guest appearance by Laura Klauser, the GM Sports Car Racing Program Manager.
Each member of the panel gave their insight into the history of the car, while Chuck’s commentary from actually “being there” in ’60 was especially memorable. Ms. Klauser ended the presentation by taking us from Corvette racing in 1960 to the 2024 Corvette Racing programs competing not only in the United States, but in race series around the world.
This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:00:16 Panel Introduction and Event Overview
00:01:35 The Camoradi Corvette's Journey Begins
00:03:15 Lucky Kastner's Racing Ambitions
00:06:52 The Camoradi Corvette's Racing Adventures
00:14:29 The Search for the Lost Corvette
00:17:43 Loren Lundberg's Determined Quest
00:25:11 Dominic Testa's Connection to the Corvette
00:34:57 Chuck Schroedel's Le Mans Experience
00:40:50 Driving the Corvette at Le Mans
00:41:48 Reconnecting with the Past
00:43:09 Corvette Shows and Reunions
00:44:10 Racing Adventures and Career Highlights
00:48:06 The Corvette Racing Program
00:50:35 Q&A Session with Chuck and Laura
01:16:41 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
 

Screen to Speed No.27: Esmeralda Beemsterboer: From Screen to Speed to Dream Team Driver

In Episode 27 of INIT Talks, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@lovefourtysix) welcomes Esmeralda Beemsterboer (@esmeraldabeemsterboer), a talented sim racer who has made waves in the competitive racing world. Esmeralda shares her exciting journey, from competing in the Screen to Speed Las Vegas event to achieving a podium finish—third place—at the Screen to Speed competition at the ADAC SimRacing Expo.
This episode highlights Esmeralda’s incredible accomplishments and her dream of becoming a Screen to Speed Dream Team driver. A month after expressing her wish, Esmeralda’s hard work and dedication paid off as she officially joined the Dream Team! She reflects on her racing experiences, the challenges she faced, and her aspirations for the future as a member of this prestigious team.
Whether you’re a fan of sim racing, inspired by stories of ambition and perseverance, or curious about what it takes to reach the top in virtual motorsport, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Don’t miss this exciting conversation with Esmeralda Beemsterboer as she celebrates her journey from racer to Dream Team driver!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Introduction to Screen to Speed00:48 Guest Introduction: Esmeralda Beemsterboer01:11 Sim Racing Expo Experience02:09 Racing Highlights and Challenges03:15 Diving into iRacing06:16 Community and Equipment16:10 Future Goals and Aspirations24:06 Women in Sim Racing and Motorsport28:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts29:39 Sponsor Messages and Closing
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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.

The Ferrari F80: A Racecar for the Road

On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market.
This week William discusses the launch of the new Ferrari F80. There are 35 color options, nine carbon fiber choices, two wheel designs, but can you afford any of them? Tune in to learn more. 
Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
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00:00 Welcome to Ferrari Fridays
00:25 Introduction and Apologies
01:16 Shoutouts and Acknowledgements
01:38 Discussing the Ferrari F80
02:32 First Impressions of the F80
03:15 Design Influences and Features
05:30 Active Aerodynamics and Comparisons
10:58 Mechanical Details of the F80
12:39 Exclusive Ownership and Community
14:51 Discussing the F80's Powertrain
15:43 Ferrari's Impressive Warranty
16:31 Electric Motors and Torque Vectoring
17:11 No Full EV Mode: A Bold Choice
17:49 A Funny Lamborghini Story
18:36 Exploring the F80's Cockpit
19:57 Diving into the F80 Configurator
23:42 Final Thoughts on the F80
25:24 Outro and Additional Content
 

Things Change: 1908 and its significance on American Motorsport

Join us for PART 2 of "Cup Races that lead to American Road Racing!"
Automotive Historian Don Capps is currently engaged in research surrounding the sport and contests sanctioned by the AAA from its beginning, including the American national auto racing championships, until the Contest Board ceased operations at the end of the 1955 season.
Don has been a member of the SAH Board of Directors since 2014 and is now the immediate past president of the Society. He is a member of the Historians Council of the IMRRC and is the co-chair of the Symposium. Capps began following motor sports at an early age while attending races with his father at Lakewood Speedway in Atlanta. In addition to motor racing, military and civil aviation and military history have also been lifelong interests that formed early on. Capps holds graduate degrees from the University of South Carolina and George Mason University and has taught history at both the high school and college levels, the latter being The Citadel. He was a faculty member of the Defense Model & Simulation University and spent over three years in Southwest Asia with the Program Executive Office for Simulation Training and Instrumentation.
This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:16 About Don Capps
01:17 Discovering American Motorsport
02:34 The Significance of 1908
03:45 Key Events in 1908
05:12 Road Racing in America
07:28 The ACA vs. AAA Conflict
13:01 Season Reviews and Racing Champions
16:18 IndyCar Controversies
18:30 Conclusion and Acknowledgements
23:03 Closing Remarks and Credits
 

The Gordon Bennett Cup: 1900-1905 (Dr. Pál Négyesi)

Join us for PART 1 of "Cup Races that lead to American Road Racing!"
The Gordon Bennett Cup, held for cars between 1900 and 1905 was the first international racing series. Stemming from an idea by American newspaper magnate, James Gordon Bennett Jr., the Gordon Bennett Cup was set to champion the international auto industry – by allowing national automobile clubs representing France, Germany, Great Britain, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, the United States and Italy to nominate three entries each. Naturally with the growth of the industry, it became more and more difficult  to find the most suitable candidates. By 1905 the industry became so diverse that it was impossible to hold onto the rules of the Cup, so from 1906 the era of the Grand Prix started. This presentation will provide a short overview of each race, a look at the most important racers and their cars.
Dr. Pál Négyesi is an award-winning automotive historian, publisher, editor and museum professional. He is currently the editor of Rare & Unique Vehicles magazine, which won the 2022 Richard Brigham Award from the Society of Automotive Historians, a consultant to the Institute for Digital Culture at the University of Leicester and a lecturer at the Óbuda University in Hungary. Over the years he authored many different books on the history of the Hungarian motoring industry. He’s also been the publisher of such books as Thomas Ulrich’s 1902 DeDietrich & The Paris-Vienna Race and Alles Mit Motor – Die Standard/Gutbrod Story, which won the 2023 Cugnot Award for books in language other than English from the SAH. He’s also an advisor to private collectors and museums in Hungary, Germany and The Netherlands.
This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:16 Meet Dr. Pal Nagyesi
01:05 Overview of the Gordon Bennett Cup
01:59 The Significance of the Gordon Bennett Cup
06:24 Historical Context and Early Races
12:14 Technological Innovations and Challenges
17:07 Notable Racers and Cars
18:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
19:25 Credits and Acknowledgements

Screen to Speed No.26: Jana Schiffer: Sim Racer and Advocate for Women in Motorsport

In Episode 26 of INIT Talks, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) is joined by the talented Jana Schiffer (@SchifferJana), a sim racer who is not only skilled on the virtual track but also a dedicated advocate for women in motorsport. Jana shares her journey in sim racing and her impactful work with the team at the ADAC SimRacing Expo, where she played a key role in the Screen to Speed Women’s Arena.
This episode explores Jana’s experiences both as a competitor and as someone actively working to promote inclusivity and diversity in motorsport. She discusses the importance of initiatives like the Women’s Arena, the challenges faced by women in racing, and her vision for creating more opportunities for female racers in both sim and real-life motorsport.
Whether you’re a sim racing fan, an advocate for inclusivity in motorsport, or simply inspired by stories of passion and perseverance, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with Jana Schiffer and her inspiring work to elevate women in the racing world!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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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.

Hot August Nights 2024; BLS

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.
Black Label Society - Funeral Bell
Pebble Beach parallels
The Pleasure of a Road Trip with car guys
Our route, over the Eberts Pass and Sonora Pass
Black Label Society - Set You Free
The Donner-Reed Party 
A word on Reno
The Grand Sierra Resort
The Peppermill
An imperfect Air BnB
Black Label Society - Set You Free
Black Label Society and Zakk Wylde
Black Label Society - The Blessed Hellride
Mercedes AMG E55 Barn Find
The “Withnail and I” Jaguar
You need an auto for Pebble, Hot August Nights
E55 wheelbearing letting go?
Hot August Nights like the Ford scene in Britain - its not whether you have a Cortina/Escort, it’s how you have built yours
Forgiato wheels
Forgiato steering wheel
Cars of the Grand Sierra Resort
‘68 Mustang GT with and option pack to make it faster than a GT350
A lovely ‘50 Buick custom
‘66 Fairlane with Coyote swap
‘69 Mustang 351 - J and O’s favourite car of the weekend
Black Label Society - Stillborn
‘69 Pontiac GTO Judge
‘69 Camaro Yenko replica, green with side pipes
Drag racing at the Nuggett
Black Label Society - Stoned and Drunk
Sonora Pass drive home
Cliched car mods
Comparing Pebble and Hot August Nights once more
Freiberger spec Duster
Black Label Society - Set You Free

MOTUL Mobile Racing Laboratory (Patreon Special Re-release)

Are you headed to Road Atlanta this weekend for the Petit LeMans? Be sure to check out the MOTUL Mobile Racing Oil Laboratory in the Fan Zone. But if you don't have that chance, join us on this virtual tour of the Lab. This episode was recorded on-site courtesy of the MOTUL team.
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00:00 Introduction to BreakFix Podcast
00:27 Live from Road Atlanta with Nico de Maria
01:03 Motul Racing Lab: Origins and Purpose
02:47 Oil Analysis Process Explained
04:29 Understanding Motul's 300V Motorsport Oil
08:56 Detailed Breakdown of Oil Testing Equipment
18:38 Real-World Applications and Insights
21:34 Conclusion and Future Episodes

Screen to Speed No.25: Ingrid Cirstea (@Riftblondie): Sim Racing, Streaming, and Screen to Speed

In Episode 25 of INIT Talks, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) is joined by the dynamic Ingrid Cirstea (@Riftblondie), a talented sim racer, streamer, and content creator. Ingrid shares her journey into the world of sim racing, discussing her passion for the sport and the dedication that drives her to compete at the highest level.
This episode explores Ingrid’s exciting experience participating in the Screen to Speed event at the ADAC SimRacing Expo, where she showcased her skills on the virtual track. She also talks about her love for streaming and creating content, connecting with a growing community of fans while inspiring others to get involved in sim racing.
Whether you’re a sim racing enthusiast, a fellow content creator, or curious about what it takes to compete in elite sim racing events, this episode offers valuable insights and plenty of inspiration. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with Ingrid Cirstea, aka Riftblondie!
So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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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.

Evening With A Legend: Rob Dyson

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. And as your host, I’m delighted to introduce 
Rob Dyson, who started his racing career in 1974 at Watkins Glen International,  In 1981 he won the Sports Car Club of America’s GT2 national championship, and began racing professionally in IMSA GTO and the SCCA Trans-Am in 1982. The following year, to support his professional racing efforts, he founded the Dyson Racing Team, which over the next few years grew to be one of America’s premier sports car racing teams. From their base in Poughkeepsie, New York over the course of nearly four decades the team won 19 championships, 72 race victories, started 72 times from the pole and achieved 224 podium finishes. Among the team’s notable accomplishments is a pair of overall victories in America’s premier endurance race, the Rolex 24, at Daytona International Speedway. And In 1986 Rob found himself behind the wheel of a Porsche 956 at the famed Circuit de la Sarthe: Le Mans.
To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.
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00:00 Introduction to the Legend of Le Mans
00:43 Meet Rob Dyson: Racing Career Highlights
02:17 Journey to Le Mans: The 1986 Experience
05:17 First Impressions and Challenges at Le Mans
09:59 Racing Strategies and Insights
20:34 Endurance Racing: Then and Now
22:55 Reflections on Le Mans and Future Involvement
27:16 Returning to Le Mans as a Team Principal
34:57 Closing Thoughts and Acknowledgements