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Drive Thru News #40 - Would you like cheese on that?

This special episode of GTM's monthly news segment 'The Drive Thru' covers a range of bizarre, funny, and engaging stories, sponsored by various automotive-related brands. From Michigan men riding cows across roads to crazy Florida man antics involving alligators, beers, and strange vehicle modifications, the hosts discuss a variety of offbeat news from across the United States. They highlight hilarious incidents like a man trying to cross the Atlantic in a hamster wheel, a drunk driver calling the police on the police, and a thief stealing a Rolls-Royce Phantom. The segment also includes reviews and recommendations, such as the Netflix series 'Florida Man,' and touches on topics like the dangers of drugs while driving, the intricacies of HOA rules, and the problematic nature of stolen cars sold online. Throughout, the hosts provide humorous commentary and public service announcements aimed at entertaining and informing their audience.
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00:00:00 Florida Man Stories Begin
00:01:28 Michigan Man and His Cow
00:02:36 Nebraska's Moving Violation
00:04:56 DUI Dog Driver in Colorado
00:06:26 Florida Man's Cemetery Crash
00:08:08 Pennsylvania's Flying Car
00:09:18 Netflix's Florida Man Review
00:12:28 Tesla Uber Experience
00:14:48 Tesla's Full Self-Driving Fails
00:19:47 Ohio's Buffalo Wild Wings Incident
00:21:13 Indiana Pikachu on a Lawnmower
00:22:30 Florida Man Google Search Fun
00:23:44 Oregon Man Makes it Rain
00:24:51 Florida's Pickup Truck Parking Ban
00:29:16 Carvana Sells Another Stolen Car
00:35:03 Charity License Plates and Their Purpose
00:35:53 Florida Man's Cardboard License Plate
00:36:54 Wooden 2CV: A Carpenter's Masterpiece
00:39:19 Public Urination in France
00:43:30 Jet Ski Motorcycle: Florida Man's Ingenious Ride
00:45:39 Hamster Wheel Across the Atlantic
00:48:27 Convertible Crown Victoria: A Gambler 500 Special
00:50:35 Naked Man in a Swamp: Florida Man's Escape Plan
00:53:51 High-Speed Chase in a Rolls Royce Phantom
00:55:03 Tesla Crash Caught on Camera
00:56:53 Drunk Driver Calls 911 on Police
00:59:26 Meth and Power Wheels: A Dangerous Combination
01:00:29 Excavator Crashes into Walmart
01:01:04 Dodge Challenger Launched into Canal
01:03:08 Bird Poop or Vandalism?
01:04:45 Michigan Man's Drunken Owl Watching
01:09:15 Conclusion and Farewell
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The battle for Land Speed Records (George Webster)

This episode of The Logbook recounts the history and evolution of land speed records from post-WWII through the 1960s. Presented by George Webster, a retired teacher and motoring journalist, the talk highlights key figures and milestones in land speed racing. Notably, it delves into the pursuits and achievements of drivers like Donald Campbell, Craig Breedlove, and the Arfons brothers (Art and Walt), exploring their quests to set and break speed records on surfaces like the Bonneville Salt Flats. The script outlines the vehicles and engineering innovations involved, such as turbine and jet engines, as well as the official and unofficial records and the challenges faced by the drivers. Personal anecdotes and historical contexts are included, emphasizing the ongoing rivalry and dramatic milestones that shaped the era of land speed racing.
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00:00 Introduction and Speaker Background 00:52 George Webster's Journey into Land Speed Records 02:59 The Evolution of Land Speed Records 03:56 Glen Curtis and Early Speed Records 05:18 Post-War Speed Records and Bonneville Salt Flats 06:51 Official Land Speed Records and FIA Rules 10:50 The Quest for 400 MPH 11:54 The Rivalries and Innovations of the 60s 18:52 Challenges and Setbacks in the Pursuit of Speed 24:28 The Role of Jet Engines in Land Speed Records 26:23 Challenges at Lake Eyre 27:10 Breedlove's Early Runs 27:42 The FIA and FIM Records 28:16 Campbell's Struggles and Breedlove's Success 31:01 The Rise of Walt Arfons 31:52 Breedlove's Record-Breaking Season 39:42 The End of an Era 40:37 Reflections and Future Prospects
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From Top Fuel Dreams to Monster Jam Glory: The Bryce Kenny Story

This Break/Fix episode features Bryce Kenny, a professional Monster Jam driver who pilots the Great Clips Mohawk Warrior. Host and co-host discuss Bryce's journey, starting from his early days in professional drag racing, his transition into Monster Jam, overcoming challenges, and earning accolades like the Guinness World Record for the fastest speed in a monster truck. Bryce reflects on his career shifts, personal growth, and the importance of making a positive impact, exemplified by his involvement in motivational speaking and his new book, 'Geared for Life.' He emphasizes the necessity of evolving, seeking discomfort for growth, and finding gears in life to achieve one's full potential. Bryce also highlights his initiatives like the 'Live Like Warriors' foundation supporting pediatric cancer patients, his strategies for involving the younger generation in motorsports, and the significance of female representation in the field.
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00:00:00 Meet Bryce Kenny: Monster Jam Driver
00:01:45 Bryce's Early Life in Drag Racing
00:03:59 Transition to Monster Jam
00:07:09 Learning the Ropes of Monster Jam
00:15:01 The Influence of Gravedigger
00:18:37 Bryce's Passion for Motorsports
00:27:01 Writing 'Geared for Life'
00:33:57 Embracing Inconvenience for Growth
00:34:50 Defining Your Best Self
00:36:23 The Power of Pushing Beyond Comfort
00:40:17 Imposter Syndrome: Believe Until You Become
00:44:34 Learning from Failure
00:54:37 The Role of Communication in Motorsport
01:00:24 Bryce Kenny's Future Plans
01:05:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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From Toy Cars to Timeless Stories: Patrick Strong’s Journey with Model Citizen Diecast

This episode of the Break/Fix focuses on the living history of the autosphere through diecast model cars, featuring a special guest, Patrick Strong, a collector and dealer of fine scale model cars for over 30 years, and owner of Model Citizen Diecast. The conversation touches on the importance of scale models as storytelling devices, differences in scale and quality among various diecast brands, and the economics and intricacies of the model car market. Patrick discusses his inspiration from Garage Style Magazine, the evolution and market trends of diecast models, and provides valuable advice for new and seasoned collectors. They explore topics such as the advent of resin 118 scale models, the modding community in diecast, and practical tips for assessing and insuring a collection. The episode wraps up with insights into curating a model car collection and a preview of upcoming events and expansions for Model Citizen Diecast.
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00:00:00 The Importance of Scale Models
00:01:01 Introducing Patrick Strong
00:01:38 Inspiration from Garage Style Magazine
00:03:41 Patrick's Early Passion for Model Cars
00:05:26 Childhood Memories and Collecting
00:07:20 The Evolution of Model Car Collecting
00:09:15 The Shift to 1:18 Scale Models
00:17:57 The Impact of Hot Wheels and Matchbox
00:21:39 The Rise of Premium Diecast Models
00:29:23 Regional Differences in Model Availability
00:31:26 Franklin Mint and Collector Trends
00:37:13 The Shift to 1:43 Scale Models
00:39:20 Economic Factors in Model Production
00:40:50 Advice for New Collectors
00:42:38 Investment vs. Passion in Collecting
00:45:57 Determining Model Car Value
00:48:42 Curating and Selling Model Cars
01:05:10 The Modded Diecast Market
01:09:24 Future of Model Citizen Diecast
01:11:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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This episode is sponsored in part by Garage Style Magazine. Since 2007, GSM has been the definitive source for car collectors, continually delivering information about Automobilia, Petroliana, Events and more... because after all, what doesn't belong in your garage?

Tales from the Garage: Rodney Kemerer’s Journey of Timeless Stories

This Break/Fix episode features an interview with Rodney Kemerer, author of 'Tales from the Garage.' The podcast highlights Rodney’s passion for cars and his journey from car enthusiast to author. Rodney discusses his book, which is a collection of heartfelt car stories that serve both as a memoir and tales of others, written in a conversational style. He talks about his lifelong love for cars, his first new car, and the importance of the garage as a sanctuary. Rodney also delves into the process of self-publishing through Amazon, the challenges he faced, and his belief in the future of print-on-demand publishing. Co-host Don Weberg of Garage Style Magazine, who played a pivotal role in encouraging Rodney to write, also reflects on their collaboration. The episode culminates in Rodney teasing potential future projects and sharing the positive reception of his book.
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00:00 Meet Rodney Kemmerer
01:16 Rodney's Early Car Memories
02:34 The Evolution of Car Enthusiasm
03:28 Rodney's Writing Journey
04:53 The Birth of Tales from the Garage
11:54 The Honda Accord Story
17:59 The Mercedes Benz Project
20:12 The Sanctuary of the Garage
20:33 The Emotional Connection with Cars
21:08 The Sanctuary of the Garage
21:36 The Art of Detailing
22:19 The Luxury of Garage Design
23:13 Conversational Writing Style
24:21 Self-Publishing Journey
26:12 Challenges and Rewards of Self-Publishing
35:13 Future Projects and Reflections
36:18 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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The Business of Speed: Inside the Sim Racing Revolution

Break/Fix hosts a conversation with Trevor Marks, founder of K53, a consulting firm specializing in the convergence of sim racing, esports, and motorsports. The discussion explores Trevor's journey from managing logistics at DreamHack to establishing his own firm. Trevor emphasizes the importance of sim racing in modern motorsports and details his involvement with Torque Atlanta, one of the leading sim racing facilities in the world. He also discusses the evolution of sim racing, various sim racing titles, and the challenges of gaining broader acceptance for sim racing in the esports community. Trevor highlights the need for more diversity and accessibility in sim racing and offers insights on how to get started with building a sim racing setup. The episode concludes with Trevor's upcoming plans, including attending major industry events and continuing to bridge gaps within the sim racing community.
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00:00:00 Meet Trevor Marks: Founder of K53
00:01:36 Trevor's Journey into Esports
00:05:50 Rediscovering Sim Racing
00:10:29 Impact of the Pandemic on Sim Racing
00:14:15 Challenges and Opportunities in Sim Racing
00:19:55 Bridging the Gap: Sim Racing and Real Motorsports
00:35:08 Calibrating Motion Simulators
00:36:03 Forza Motorsport vs. Gran Turismo
00:38:21 The Best Racing Simulators
00:42:27 Rally Racing and Personal Goals
00:46:45 Sim Racing Community and eSports
00:53:09 Torque Motorsports and Sim Racing Facilities
00:56:19 Building Your Sim Racing Setup
01:01:21 Encouraging Diversity in Motorsports
01:05:54 What's Next for Trevor?
01:06:30 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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From Pure Stock to TCX Champion: Colin Garrett’s Unconventional Racing Journey

On this episode of the Break/Fix we're focusing on Colin Garrett, a successful racer with a unique journey in motorsports and a strong mission of advocacy. Colin started with NASCAR at a young age and transitioned to road racing, becoming the TCX Class Champion in the SRO World Challenge. Besides racing, Colin co-founded the 11/11 Veteran Project, which helps veterans and their families access various services and resources. The episode delves into Colin's career progression, the role of iRacing in his preparation, the impact of Balance of Performance (BOP) in racing, and his future ambitions in motorsports. The conversation also highlights Colin's commitment to giving back to the community through his advocacy work while actively racing.
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00:00 Meet Colin Garrett: From NASCAR to TCX Champion
01:37 Colin's Early Racing Journey
02:30 Progression Through the Ranks
03:47 Challenges and Triumphs in NASCAR
06:54 Transition to Road Racing
12:34 Coaching and iRacing Insights
21:21 Sim Racing Realism
21:46 2023 Season Highlights
22:07 Road to America Redemption
23:08 Rivalries and Incidents
23:50 The Honda Tension
24:07 Mental Coaching and Focus
25:02 1111 Veterans Project
32:03 Braille Paint Scheme
34:16 Future Aspirations
37:04 Bucket List Tracks and Cars
38:53 Garage 56 Experience
40:05 Shoutouts and Promotions
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This episode is brought to you by SRO Motorsports America and their partners at AWS, Crowdstrike, Fanatec, Pirelli, and the Skip Barber Racing School. 

Not Just a Ride: The Sedanz Standard of Chauffeur Excellence

This episode of Break/Fix features Ron Gil, founder of Sedanz, who shares his journey from working in retail to establishing a successful black car service. Starting with a Lincoln Town Car in 2007, Ron navigated the challenges of the 2008 financial crisis and the pandemic by focusing on marketing, customer service, and leveraging digital tools. Ron's dedication to providing high-quality, personalized chauffeur services for high-end clients has allowed his company to thrive beyond the tri-state area and expand internationally. The episode covers insights into the black car industry, customer service excellence, and the importance of adaptability and innovation in overcoming industry challenges.
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00:00 Ron Gill's Early Career and First Black Car
03:30 Challenges and Growth in the Black Car Business
05:42 Impact of the Pandemic on the Business
10:22 Navigating the Competitive Car Service Industry
15:04 Luxury Vehicles and Client Preferences
19:57 Modern Limo Conversions and Smooth Driving Techniques
22:12 Smooth Rides and Vehicle Maintenance
22:59 The Art of the Limo Stop
24:03 Chauffeur Expertise and City Knowledge
26:21 Customer Service and Chauffeur Training
28:38 Vehicle Maintenance and EV Considerations
31:52 Detailing and Keeping Cars Pristine
36:43 Balancing Work and Personal Life
40:56 Future of the Black Car Industry
42:11 Family Business and Final Thoughts
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Van Fire, Slayer, and an Alfa 33: A California Street Burnout Saga

Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing, technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. Hailing from California, he collects cars and bikes built with plenty of cheap and fast, and not much reliable. On his show, he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, and motoring travel.
John, along with his school friends Mark and Dinsmore Greep, discuss their experiences driving various vehicles, mainly focusing on van stories from their past. They cover topics such as driving long-wheelbase Mercedes Sprinters, the challenges of navigating narrow streets, unexpected mechanical failures, and humorous incidents involving vans catching fire or navigating tight spaces. The conversation also touches on their favorite and least favorite vans, electric vehicles, and other intriguing automotive memories.
Special Guest Dinsmore Greep!
c.2010 Mercedes Sprinter 2.2 litre turbo diesel, 5 speed manual
In praise of Mercedes cruise control - stalk
C.2015 Mercedes Sprinter Supermarket refrigerated delivery van, automatic
M beats the governor with a neutral drop
Sprinter vs. VW Crafter 
A fiery Sprinter and a ten mile tail back on the A38
A fiery Ford Orion
A Fiat Ducato, a lost crabstick and a Cornish dry stone wall 
Slayer - Die By The Sword
Dukes of Hazzard in a Citroen C35
Driving 7.5 ton trucks on a car license in England; U-haul rentals in the US
Mercedes 308
The white/work van “get out of the way” effect
2010 Fiat Ducato
2010 Renault Master
VW Crafter, “shat nav”, and narrow Devon lanes
“Floor it and get throught, that’ll be the answer”
“At Dagenham and Dartford”
A can of beer in a Ford Transit
J’s brown ‘93 Ford Econoline
An unintentional burnout on California Street, San Francisco
Judas Priest and Steel Panther in San Jose
J’s bespoke fitting of a velour driver seat from the Econoline Chateaux
A bachelor party LDV duallie taking up 8 parking places
A Ginster’s pasty
Early noughties Ford Transits - fast!
Gated communities of Cornwall
Slayer - Spirit In Black
Turning in Driveways
Memories of a Rental House in Reading; an Alfa 33 on the lawn; strimming the lawn  
Greep’s Corsa VXR
125mph Mitsubishi
M’s BMW M2, Nissan 350Z and Honda CBR600RR: fettling required
A sidebar on Slayer
Vauxhall Cavalier SRi
Peugeot 309
Gixxer and potholes
M’s Fiesta ST Broken Throttle body
Dio at the Hammersmith Odeon and Pee in the Radiator of a Ford Sierra
Fixing Overheating by running the Heater
Mad Max Falcon
Ronin Audi S8
Sux 6000 (Robocop) 
Toyota Yaris and Corolla GR
Greep experiences a Tesla
BMW CE04 electric moped
Revel (who have since left San Francisco)
J needs 50mph, not 30mph from his e moped
Music sampled on this episode: 
Slayer - Altar of Sacrifice
Slayer - The AntiChrist
Slayer - Behind the Crooked Cross
Slayer - South of Heaven
Slayer - I Don’t Want To Hear It
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Drive Thru News #39 - Annual Holiday Shopping Guide, 2023

In this episode of GTM's 'The Drive Thru,' the team presents their monthly news update and special holiday shopping guide, exploring a mix of general automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news. This episode is sponsored by a suite of organizations, including HPDEjunkie.com, AmericanMuscle.com, and Garage Style Magazine. The team reviews holiday gift ideas for petrol heads, including a whimsical discussion on racing liveries for robotic vacuums and lawnmowers, fashion accessories from Pilate Shoe Company, unique coffee blends, and even candles that smell like motor oil. They also delve into fun and practical gifts for car enthusiasts, ranging from motorsport-themed tumblers to collector's items like model cars and books from various renowned authors. Notable mentions include works by Larry Jorgensen, Jeff Willis, and Randy Lanier. The episode also features insights into acquiring authentic automotive art, drawing attention to vintage automotive posters and renowned artists like Kelly Telfer. Sponsors and promotions from HPDE organizations and track day events are highlighted, along with recommendations for staying engaged in the motorsport community. As always, the team brings some laughs with their 'Florida Man' holiday stories and a focus on rich people's unusual gifts, like extravagant Bugatti sunglasses and exo cars. The episode wraps up by encouraging listeners to get involved in motorsport and support various charitable organizations.
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00:00:00 Holiday Shopping Guide
00:02:47 Piloti Shoes and Accessories
00:05:11 Motul 300V Candles
00:07:58 Creative Drinking Tumblers
00:09:23 Lydia Fenet's Gavel Charm Necklace
00:10:13 Mecham On Time Auctions
00:11:03 Lego Car Models
00:13:47 Model Car Collecting
00:17:40 Books for Car Enthusiasts
00:29:43 Lance Lambert's Storytelling Mastery
00:30:06 Phil Berg and the Ultimate Garages
00:30:47 Bargain Find: Enzo Ferrari Biography
00:31:39 Vintage Motor Books: A Treasure Trove
00:32:25 Brock Yates and the Cannonball Run
00:33:22 Monaco Motor Racing by Edward Quinn
00:33:54 Bryce Kenney's Geared for Life
00:35:56 Rodney Kemmerer's Tales from the Garage
00:39:11 Supporting the Arts: UntidyVenus and Bob Gillespie
00:41:34 Vintage Auto Posters and Kelly Telfer
00:48:17 Exploring Motorsport Watches
01:00:26 Luxury Gadgets and Exo Cars
01:03:14 Exploring Iconic Cars
01:03:42 Luxury Go-Karts and Their Prices
01:04:50 Garage Essentials and Holiday Gifts
01:10:23 Charity and Holiday Spirit
01:12:47 Hilarious Holiday Stories from Florida
01:18:50 Motorsports Gifts and Forza Motorsport 8
01:20:39 Exclusive Car Club Memberships
01:25:28 Supporting Motorsports Research and History
01:28:51 Upcoming Events and Discounts
01:33:55 Holiday Wishes and Final Thoughts
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The $52 Million GTO and the Mystique of Racing Provenance

In this episode of Ferrari Fridays, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace discusses the Ferrari 250 GTO that was recently auctioned by Sotheby's for nearly $52 million. He delves into the history and unique features of the 250 GTO, comparing it to the rare 330 LM variant. Ross explains the Ferrari 250 GTO's significance in the collector market and talks about the complexities of purchasing such high-value classic cars. He also touches on Ferrari's recent win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and their creation of a customer track-only car modeled after the winning vehicle. Furthermore, Ross provides insights into the private track facilities and the evolving landscape of exclusive automotive experiences.
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00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:36 Host's Personal Updates
01:31 Ferrari 250 GTO Auction Highlights
02:09 History and Evolution of the Ferrari 250 GTO
06:50 Market Value and Buyer Preferences
16:50 The Process of Acquiring a Ferrari 250 GTO
24:48 Ferrari's Recent Innovations and Track Cars
29:11 Conclusion and Future Plans
30:38 Sponsorship and Closing Remarks
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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. 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.

Fuel, Frames, and the Future: A Roundtable on Media, Motorsports, and Sustainability

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, features a hybrid roundtable discussion on media treatments of motor racing topics, supported by the International Motor Racing Research Center, the Society of Automotive Historians, and other organizations. The discussion involves three scholars: Mike Stocz from the University of New Hampshire, Dr. Timothy Robeers from Belgium, and Professor Kate Sullivan from Scotland. Stokes discusses the media portrayal of the first two African American NASCAR drivers, Wendell Scott and Bubba Wallace, highlighting the differences in their representations. Robeers examines the role of sustainability in motorsports, particularly focusing on Formula E and broader ecological concerns. Sullivan delves into the history and resurgence of alternative power vehicles in motorsports, illustrating how technology and public opinion shape the present and future of racing. The session concludes with information about the Journal of Motorsports Culture and History, encouraging submissions on cultural and historical aspects of motorsports.
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