BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show

The DeLorean Legacy Project: Angel Guerra

Penned by renowned car, motorcycle, camera, and firearm designer, Giorgetto Giugiaro, the DeLorean DMC-12 is an American sports car that debuted in 1981 and despite a brief production run, it became a bonafide automotive icon when it was thrust into the cultural mainstream. Upon the DeLorean’s 40th anniversary, Spain’s Ángel Guerra (a designer for both Rimac and Bugatti) was determined to bring the steel-bodied, gull wing-doored DMC-12 squarely into the 21st century with a Next Generation concept. Co-hosting for this episode is Kat Delorean along with Angel Guerra dialing in from his home in Seville, Spain to tell us all about this revolutionary new car.
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00:00:00 The DeLorean DMC 12: A Cultural Icon
00:00:58 Meet the Guests: Kat DeLorean and Angel Guerra
00:01:16 Angel Guerra's Journey to Becoming a Car Designer
00:04:22 Challenges and Triumphs in Car Design
00:12:22 The Vision for the New DeLorean
00:13:08 Inspiration from Giorgetto Giugiaro and John DeLorean
00:16:37 The Future of Car Design and Education
00:27:15 The Stainless Steel Debate
00:35:05 Engineering and Design Considerations for the New DeLorean
00:37:39 Debating the Ideal Sports Car Configuration
00:39:07 The Importance of Driving Experience
00:41:11 Design Evolution and Challenges
00:44:50 Timeless Design Philosophy
00:49:09 Innovative Features and Technology
00:52:10 Weight and Powertrain Considerations
00:58:35 Involvement in the Build Process
01:07:06 Reflections and Future Aspirations
01:10:21 Closing Remarks and Gratitude
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3rd Generation SCCA Club Racer: Taylor Hyatt

Our guest tonight is a female road racer, instructor, and event coordinator with the Washington DC Region (WDCR) of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). She has several years of competitive experience, two years of road racing experience, and finished 2nd place in the 2021 WDCR H-Production championship, with two wins under her belt. Taylor Hyatt was the 2021 rookie of the year and she’s here to share her motorsports journey with YOU! 
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00:00 Meet Taylor Hyatt: Road Racer and Instructor
01:09 Taylor's Racing Origins
01:19 Early Involvement in Racing
02:43 From Volunteering to Racing
03:06 Favorite Cars and Early Experiences
04:03 Transition to Club Racing
05:23 HPDE vs. Club Racing
11:25 Becoming an Instructor
15:39 Choosing and Maintaining the Race Car
17:25 Classing and Racing Experiences
18:59 Learning Moments and Racing Schedule
25:10 Future Racing Plans and Goals
27:32 Preparing for the Racing Season
28:58 Mental Preparation and Superstitions
30:50 Role as Charity Coordinator
32:35 Finding a Place in Motorsports
38:28 Inclusivity and Challenges for Women in Racing
45:19 Sponsorship and Financial Challenges
51:23 Goals and Future Aspirations
52:49 Shoutouts and Final Thoughts
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Yamaha's Curse and Snake Shopping with a Pornstar

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.
Jon shares humorous and cautionary tales about his experiences with various motorcycles alongside his co-hosts Mark and John Garcia. They recount memorable bike rides, including the struggles with a cursed navy blue Yamaha XS650 and other motorcycles faced during their journeys and interactions. The dialogue touches on themes of technical issues, the thrill of riding, memorable accidents, and personal connections to bikes. They discuss their favorite motorcycles, both past and present, and reflect on the differences in riding conditions across regions like California, England, and the Philippines. Further topics cover electric bikes, road racing, and the impact of insurance on the sport. The script is a blend of nostalgic stories, technical discussions, and the shared passion for motorcycling.
The Cursed ‘78 Yamaha XS650
Fleet week 2005 (?)
MotoGP Laguna Seca 2006 (?)
Guest John rides a homemade electric bike
Buying a custom Yamaha DR125 (yes, dirt bike to race bike)
Memories of Nicky Hayden
Joey Dunlop
Is this the end of real road racing in Ireland? Does this have implications for the Isle of Man TT?
The TT in the future
The “End of Roadracing” article J refers to
Riding in England vs California vs Philippines 
Skaggs Springs Road
De Havilland Beaver
Some LA stories - 
Snake Shopping in the San Fernando Valley
Riding: Topanga Canyon (Highway 27), Angeles Crest, Mulholland,
J’s CBR race bike on the Pacific Coast Highway
A ZX10 in a Canyon
The Upside Down Harley
The Fireblade in the Tree
John - Honda CB or BMW?
First bike
Last one you bought
The “one that got away”
Best bike 
Worst bike
If l could ride like anyone, it would be…
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Drive Thru News #32 - Static struggles ain’t real #staticlife

We kick off Season-4 of Break/Fix with Episode #32 of the Drive Thru our monthly news episode containing automotive, motorsports and random car-adjacent news. We’re showcasing "Static struggles ain't real #staticlifestyle" with VW, Porsche + Audi.
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00:00:00 Welcome to Episode 3200:00:53 Season 4 Excitement00:01:55 Porsche and Scout News00:03:25 Volkswagen's EV Factory Plans00:06:25 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Tribute00:09:07 Porsche's E-Fuel Initiative00:15:25 Volkswagen ID.2 All Retro Gauges00:20:12 Volkswagen and Ford Partnership00:22:14 Controversial GPS Subscription00:25:55 Stance Life and Static Struggles00:31:56 Fastest Van at Pike's Peak00:34:10 GMC Cyclone 202300:35:38 Debating Car Aesthetics and Performance00:36:42 Chevy's Record-Breaking Z0600:37:55 GMC Cyclone and GM's New V800:38:37 Copo Camaro and Power Struggles00:41:11 The Future of the Camaro00:42:52 Ford's Self-Repossessing Car Technology00:46:07 Toyota's Stance on EVs00:53:18 Insurance Woes for EV Owners00:58:17 Radar Detectors and Self-Driving Cars01:01:00 Lost and Found: Rare Car Deals01:02:15 Teslagate: Steering Wheel Fiasco01:07:30 Nude Car Show in Wisconsin01:09:56 Predatory Car Loans01:11:24 Florida Man and Alligator Season01:12:37 Unexpected Cargo: The Mosaic Tesla01:13:59 Maryland Man's Drum Set Traffic Jam01:15:28 American Man's Ferrari Adventure in Italy01:16:52 Florida Man: The Netflix Series01:18:32 Motorsports News: NASCAR and Formula One01:27:34 Rally Drama: WRC Mexico Highlights01:33:44 IMSA and WEC: LeMans and Sebring Recap01:37:39 Cardboard Classic: Creative Racing01:40:06 Upcoming Events and Local News01:46:56 Thank You and Wrap Up
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Samantha Zimmermann’s Fine Art

Like most enthusiasts, her love for cars and motorsports began at a young age. Formula 1 was a must on Sunday mornings. Raised in a family of NASA and Lockheed Martin engineers and technical drawers, our guest's interest in the technicalities and precise nature of mechanical ingenuity came easily. Her childhood sweetheart Michael took her to her first 24 Hours of Daytona in 2012, and her passion for all things motorsports has only continued to flourish from then through today.
Samantha Zimmermann is a fine artist specializing in realism, with the breadth of her work consisting of automotive and motorsports subjects. She joins us from her home studio in San Antonio, Florida, to tell us how she blended her passion for art and motorsports into a blossoming career.
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00:00 Samantha Zimmermann's Early Life and Passion for Cars
02:20 Journey into Art and Motorsports
04:13 University Experience and Artistic Development
06:21 Challenges and Techniques in Automotive Art
14:43 The Influence of Racing on Art
26:52 Future Projects and Inspirations
29:59 Dream Tracks to Paint
31:17 Racing Experiences and Bet Fulfillment
33:48 Pit Stop Questions: Childhood Posters and Favorite Liveries
35:11 Most Beautiful and Ugliest Cars
36:18 Favorite Color Combinations and Design Houses
37:49 Thoughts on Modern F1 and the Greatest of All Time
41:37 Artistic Process and Advice for Aspiring Artists
43:44 Inspiration and Mentorship in Art
45:10 Women in Automotive and Motorsports Art
48:17 How to Acquire Samantha Zimmermann's Artwork
49:16 Future Projects and Final Thoughts
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The following episode has been brought to you by The Exotic Car Marketplace. With over 20 years in the collector car market, they can source the specific vehicle you desire. As well as the Rock'n'Revs Automotive Festival, Cleveland, OH. 
 

The Ferrari experience at Amelia Island 2023

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.
William shares his recent travels to Amelia Island, describing the concourse, auctions, and the Ferrari and Porsche scenes. Ross provides insights into emerging trends like garage condos and private racetracks. He highlights the impact of Hagerty taking over the concourse and the significant market adjustments observed at the auctions. The episode also includes details on other car events and dealerships he visited, particularly in Atlanta. Finally, Ross mentions exciting future plans for content creation, events, and collaborations aimed at supporting Make A Wish and animal shelters.
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00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:37 Recap of Recent Travels
00:50 Exploring Amelia Island Auctions
01:57 Garage Condos and Private Racetracks
03:08 Porsche Experience Center Visit
10:23 Boutique Car Dealers in Atlanta
15:57 Road Trip to Jacksonville
20:01 Gooding Auction Highlights
24:58 Auction Deals at Amelia Island
26:20 Dream Cars and Rare Finds
27:23 Growing the YouTube Channel
28:21 The Auction Experience
33:46 Concours Events and Highlights
42:28 The Brumos Collection
43:31 Future Plans and Goals
46:05 Closing Remarks and Thanks
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Real Racers Turn in Both Directions: AutoCross, Life Skills, and the Woman Driver

After a career in advertising - some of it spent writing car commercials - Dr. Chris Lezotte earned a master's degree at Eastern Michigan University and a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University. Now working as an independent scholar, she investigates the relationship between women and cars in a variety of contexts, including women's participation in traditionally masculine car cultures (including motorsports) as well as representations of women, and cars in popular culture. Dr. Lezotte's current project focuses on women's growing involvement in AutoCross - the reason's for women's participation; the methods by which women negotiate entry into a historically masculine environment; and how the AutoCross experience contributes to women's identity, self-knowledge, and empowerment.
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This episode 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.

Lucy O’Reilly Schell: Innovator of French Motorsports

Lauren Goodman received her MFA in screenwriting from the College of Motion Pictures Arts at Florida State University. While volunteering at the Revs Institute in Naples, Florida, she encountered one of two Maseratis entered by Lucy Schell in the 1940 Indy 500. Ms. Goodman's research into Lucy's time in France as a team owner and principal has been presented at Revs Institute. Her writing draws heavily on history and the lives of women whose achievements have been overlooked. Presently, she is developing Lucy's story into a feature-length project. Ms. Goodman's presentation will highlight Lucy's role in motor racing history and her contributions to the sport.
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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.

Blue Thunder & Black Widows: Freightliner's Avant-Garde Journey with a Runaway Cavalier

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.
The conversation begins with Jon and his old friend, Mark, discussing show dynamics, the Tristram Shandy style, and the blurred nature of historical facts. They talk about personal anecdotes including fines at the airport, breakdowns while riding motorbikes, and experiences involving racing sponsors such as Boothy. The discussion also touches on various vehicles Jon has acquired or ridden, like a Yamaha Zuma, and concludes with musings on avant-garde collecting and thoughts on corporate influence in the classic car world. The segment is rich with detailed stories, car movie references, and reflections on the broader culture of motoring.
J pretentiously compares himself to Tristram Shandy
44 teeth’s Boothy fined
Fun with Mopeds
Runaway vehicle anecdotes
“Gate Building” in Mendocino and a 428 Thunderbird
J’s Gasser vision - The Hound Dog
Other Mark’s E350 and Thunderbird
Thunderbird gets frisky on the Grapevine
Moving Other John’s bikes
The Avant Garde and a Freightliner Highway Hauler
The Avant Garde and smog regulations
Where Miami Vice meets motor racing: the “Blue Thunder” March 83G
Old Man Ferrari and the end of Crocket’s Daytona Spider replica
The Whittington brothers and the Porsche 935 Kremer K3
Mario Rossi and Gary Balough and cigarette boats
Hagerty buying every classic car show - is that a Good Thing?
Favourite car movie. Or best. Or both (Taxi, Ronin, Bad Boys 2, Le Mans, Senna, Two Lane Blacktop)
Best car chase (Roma Violenta)
Two-car Monaco garage, money no object
Most impressive rental car
I didn’t answer the worst car I ever owned: between the blue Cortina, the Capri and the E150 van
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Watt Should I Buy? - Ladies charged up!

Oh the dreaded car buying experience... No matter who you are, it’s probably a safe bet this isn’t your ideal way to spend your weekend. In and out of dealerships, the hassle, haggling, the decision making.
When confronted with car buying in today’s modern world, there are just so many more choices besides make/model & “what color do I want?” Now it’s, "which power source do I want? To what level does it drive itself? Which creature comforts & gizmos are available for subscription? Am I Apple or Android?"
Even before so many choices, men and women have traditionally approached this experience differently for a multitude of reasons, some spanning use cases - from “the mom van,”  to car enthusiast.
Today we will be diving deeper into What Should I Buy? from a ladies point of view, focusing on the new car buyer versus car collector demographic, and even more specifically EV buyers. Our group of extraordinary petrol-head panelists range from veteran car reviewers, to prospective buyers, as well as ladies already living with EV’s. We’re here to explore what to look for in today’s EV car market.
Joining us tonight we have some returning Break/Fix guests… please welcome: Sara Lacey from A Girls Guide to Cars, Carolyn Ford from the Tech Transforms Podcast, Gran Touring Motorsports club members Emily Fox and Chrissy Crutchfield as well as special guest Kat DeLorean from DNG Motors!  
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00:00:00 The Car Buying Experience
00:00:55 Diverse Perspectives on Car Ownership
00:02:59 Challenges of EV Ownership
00:06:30 Environmental Impact and Future of EVs
00:13:53 Technological Innovations and Maintenance Issues
00:25:23 Exploring EV Brands and Options
00:39:58 EV Tires and Efficiency
00:40:33 Volkswagen ID4 Experience
00:41:05 Adaptive Cruise Control Debate
00:43:00 Volvo EV Insights
00:43:51 Considering Plug-in Hybrids
00:45:27 Navigating Car Dealerships
00:49:58 Evaluating Classic Car EV Conversions
00:58:10 Charging Infrastructure Challenges
01:02:57 New Car Features and Tech
01:11:21 Final Thoughts on EV Purchases
01:14:04 Dream EVs and Closing Remarks
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Drive Thru News #31 - Season-3 FINALE! (Showcase: ROLEX-24 HOURS)

The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we’ve put together a menu of automotive, motorsport and random car-adjacent news. Tune in for Episode #31 where we celebrate our Season-3 FINALE!
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:01:21 Rolex 24 Hour Race Experience
00:06:25 IMSA Racing Insights
00:15:55 DC and Richmond Auto Shows
00:18:54 Super Bowl Automotive Commercials
00:29:41 Season 3 Highlights and Reflections
00:38:07 Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche News
00:44:36 Mercedes' Latest Tech Innovations
00:46:30 BMW's 2024 Models and Hybrid Expansion
00:48:16 Domestic Car Market Insights
00:50:54 The Future of EVs and Hybrids
00:56:31 Honda's Ongoing Airbag Recall Issues
00:58:10 Hyundai's N74 Concept: In or Out?
01:00:55 Polestar's New Model and Dealership Trends
01:06:15 Amazon's Driverless Taxis: The Future of Transportation?
01:09:29 Lost and Found: Rare Car Finds and Auctions
01:16:22 Tesla and Elon Musk: The Latest Updates
01:24:18 Post Top Gear Era
01:24:34 Clarkson's Farm Controversy
01:26:01 Dealerships and Human Verification
01:27:26 Catalytic Converter Theft
01:30:22 Florida Man Chronicles
01:37:14 Motorsports News
01:45:26 Rally Recap and Insights
01:59:58 Upcoming Events and Announcements
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Charlotte’s Glory: The NASCAR Hall of Fame in the Queen City

Hannah Thompson is a cultural historian of the Carolina Piedmont and is new in the museum field with her current position with the Gaston County Museum of Art & History. Ms. Thompson also helps restore Coca-Cola "ghost signs" throughout the Southeast in her spare time. She examines the history of the NASCAR Hall of Fame from its inception in 2001 through the global pandemic, bringing into consideration why Charlotte was selected as the seat for the Hall and how the Hall has affected NASCAR and its fans. Charlotte is often overlooked in motorsports history despite its lasting impact on the auto racing world.
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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.