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Drive Thru News #16 - Holiday Shopping Guide, 2021!

It's that time of year again ... to answer the age old question "what do you want for the holidays?" - Most of the time we've already bought what we needed throughout the season, but your loved ones really want to get you *something* - So what do you get for the enthusiast that already has all their toys?  -
The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we’ve put together a menu of local, racing and random car-adjacent news. Join us for this special Drive Thru episode all about HOLIDAY SHOPPING! Learn about offers, discounts and promotions and great gift ideas for you or your favorite petrol-head!
That’s right, this month, we’re taking our traditional holiday shopping article and bringing it to you in podcast form! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship
00:00:41 Holiday Shopping Guide
00:02:08 Rich People Doing Rich People Things
00:04:42 Outrunning the Cops
00:12:02 Luxury Motorhomes and Garage Gear
00:27:27 Model Cars and Collectibles
00:34:23 Petrolhead Subscription Boxes
00:37:00 Petrobox Holiday Deal
00:37:32 Upgrading Your Safety Gear
00:38:40 Car-Themed Board Games
00:40:50 Lamborghini Board Game
00:42:44 Ford Mach E Fragrance
00:45:18 Holiday Shopping Guide
00:56:08 Florida Man Holiday Stories
01:03:57 Track Day Announcements
01:08:25 Thank You and Farewell
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Socks are the new Tie: Heel Tread (Gonçalo Henrique)

I don’t know how many times I’ve been getting ready for a presentation, and someone has leaned over to me in a conference room and said, ”isn’t that the GTI plaid?” or “where did you get those socks?” because let’s face it, socks… are the new tie! 
**EXCLUSIVE PROMO CODE WHEN YOU LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!**
Portugal based Heel Tread is a unique brand of socks that draws its inspiration from Motorsports (and Aircraft). Their collection pays tribute to some of the world's most renowned automotive icons. And with us is Gonçalo Henriques “head of Sock Affairs” at Heel Tread to talk to us about one of our favorite fashionista accessories, socks! 
This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.
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The Mint 400 (Matt Martelli)

The Mint 400 is the oldest and most prestigious off-road race in America, held each year in the treacherous foothills of Sin City. The multi-day event features a massive vehicle parade down the world famous Las Vegas Strip, a two day festival on historic Fremont Street, and two days of grueling off-road racing on a desolate and punishing 400-mile race course. Off-road and recreational enthusiasts come to watch 500 race teams in 50+ classes from 25 different states and 15 different countries go door-to-door! 
Co-host tonight is GTM’er and Veteran Offroader David ‘Drew’ Andrews who you might recall from our “All the Torquems” and “Jesus Take the Wheel” episodes -- and joining us is Matt Martelli - Marketing Director for the Mint 400 to tell us about “The Great American Off-Road Race”!
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00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
00:27 The History of the Mint 400
01:05 Meet the Guests: Drew and Matt
01:31 Origins of Off-Road Racing
02:50 The Mint 400's Rise to Fame
03:44 The Mint 400's Dormant Years and Revival
05:22 Celebrity Involvement in the Mint 400
07:55 Modern Day Mint 400 and Inclusivity
11:23 Diverse Driver Talent at the Mint 400
13:02 Technological Innovations in Off-Road Racing
24:16 Youth Racing and UTV Explosion
26:14 Vintage Vehicles and Builder Culture
28:22 The Spirit of Off-Road Racing
31:39 Race Format and Circuit Details
32:42 Qualifying and Class Structure
33:34 Race Dynamics and Challenges
38:00 Spectating and Live Coverage
40:05 Getting Involved: Registration and Volunteering
50:07 Military Involvement and Charity
52:04 Comparing the Mint 400 to Other Races
54:23 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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Robb Holland: Former Pro Cyclist to BTCC Champion

Robb Holland, a former pro cyclist who became the revelation of the SPEED World Challenge in the early 2000s. In 2012 Robb rebounded from the late demise of the Volvo factory C30 Touring Car program by becoming the first American in almost 40 years to race in the British Touring Car Championships (BTCC).
When he isn’t racing, he spends his time at tracks around the world, working as a personal driving instructor as well as for groups like Lamborghini, Audi Club of America, and 3Zero3 Motorsports. Robb is the managing partner of ROTEK RACING which is based at the legendary Nürburgring.
Robb is also known for his “Grocery Getter” series on Jalopnik, technical writing in Grassroots Motorsports, and race reporting on SPEEDtv.com. Currently you can find him racing SRO World Challenge powered by AWS in the GT America series driving the Ford Mustang GT4, as the only American car in the paddock.
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00:00:00 Introduction to BreakFix Podcast
00:00:30 Meet Robb Holland: From Cycling to Racing
00:02:00 Robb's Transition from Cycling to Motorsports
00:03:31 Early Racing Experiences and Challenges
00:04:26 Parental Influence and Childhood Inspirations
00:07:09 Mental Preparation and Racecraft Development
00:10:13 Navigating the World of Professional Racing
00:26:30 Cultural Challenges and Experiences in Europe
00:29:15 Favorite and Least Favorite Tracks
00:39:57 Racing Memories at Lime Rock and Knock Hill
00:41:54 Bucket List Races and NASCAR Aspirations
00:43:05 Pikes Peak Hill Climb Experience
00:48:31 Diversity in Motorsports
00:59:14 Future Plans and Team Ownership
01:00:14 The Story Behind Rotec Racing
01:01:59 Reflections on Diversity and Motorsports
01:16:12 Favorite Brands and Tracks
01:19:06 Encouraging the Next Generation of Motorsports Enthusiasts
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BimmerWorld! (James Clay)

Bavarian Motor Works (or in the native tongue: Bayerische Motoren Werke AG) commonly referred to as BMW is a German multinational corporation which produces luxury vehicles and motorcycles. Founded in 1916 as a manufacturer of aircraft engines - BMW is now one of the most common “track cars” you’ll see on any given weekend. But how did we get to this point? 
We’ve hinted on so many previous Break/Fix episodes that we were going to have a proper BMW chat, and this is that episode! Joining us for a low-key fireside chat on BMWs, is Donovan Lara CEO of GarageRiot and BMW aficionado, as well as returning guest James Clay President of BIMMERWORLD to unpack the world of BMWs for us. 
This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.
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Drive Thru News #15 - Yes! But what does it smell like?

The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we've put together a menu of local, racing, electric-vehicle and random car-adjacent news. Tune in for Episode #15 covering October of 2021 with special guest host Donovan Lara from GarageRiot. 
Just some of the topics we covered this month:
Showcase Brand: JAPANESE & JDMs
Wait? Wasn't the CIVIC discontinued? + the Integra! 
Porsche’s latest “air cooled model”
Veyron vs Chiron for the Hypercar Crown!
Back to the Future: Ken Block + Stig Blomqvist Audi Tribute Videos
Driving a 700hp Dodge TRX around the Ring - WTFN!
Yes, you can buy Pablo Escobar’s IROC 911 RSR
McLaren vs Tesla Plaid
California banning gas powered lawn equipment after 2024
Motorsports News: Connecting the dots on Team Andretti, Races scheduled for '22 but not gonna happen, Michael Fassbender "road to Le Mans" 
Florida Man stories!
HPDEjunkie.com Track Day Report
and much, much more! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsorships
00:00:33 Welcome to Episode 15
00:01:06 Japanese Car Spotlight: Civic Type R
00:07:38 Honda's EV Sub-Brand
00:10:20 Mitsubishi's Market Presence
00:12:14 Toyota and Stellantis Battery Factories
00:13:55 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles
00:18:12 Toyota's Quiet Hybrid Expansion
00:19:46 Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche Updates
00:25:56 Ken Block's Audi Adventures
00:34:37 Heritage Meets the Future: Stig Blomqvist and Lucas Di Grassi
00:36:03 Ken Block and Rally Legends: A Nostalgic Challenge
00:36:28 Jari-Matti Latvala's Toyota Celica: A Modern-Day Rally Comparison
00:37:51 BMW's Innovative Painting Process
00:39:20 Daimler AG's Truck Division Spin-Off
00:41:02 Stellantis and the Dodge TRX Nürburgring Lap
00:44:34 Ford's Massive EV Investment
00:50:51 Chevy's Z06 Reveal and Corvette Community
00:55:26 Ford Maverick: The Real Ranger
01:00:10 Lost and Found: AMC AMX 3 and More
01:08:12 Restomods and EV Conversions: Aston Martin DBs
01:10:04 Aston Martin's Million Dollar EV Conversion
01:11:36 Volvo's Sustainable Interior Revolution
01:15:16 Gordon Murray's T50 and T33 Supercars
01:19:00 The Swiss-Made Piëch GT Cruiser
01:23:09 Solar-Powered Camper Van by Students
01:28:21 Tesla's Move to Austin and EV DeLorean Dream
01:29:58 Tesla's Drag Race Dominance
01:32:51 Tesla's Autonomous Driving Beta Test
01:39:59 Ford's 84-Month Loan Controversy
01:44:59 The Bizarre United Nude Low Res Car
01:46:22 Auction Madness: The Ridiculous Car
01:47:10 California's New Emission Laws
01:49:14 Florida Man Stories: Tragic and Bizarre
01:56:37 Naked Hero: Defending Exotic Cars
02:04:34 Motorsports News: F1 and NASCAR
02:11:28 Wrapping Up: Local News and Announcements
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Jesus Take the Wheel (Patreon Special Re-release)

We get even deeper in the mud with Drew in the post-session PITSTOP happy hour! Be sure to check out Drew's Youtube channel! - Remember to check out "All the Torquems" (Part 1 of this episode)!
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00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:26 Pit Stop: Getting to Know Drew
00:54 The Jeep Stuck on a Mountain Biking Trail
04:02 Discussion on the New Bronco
07:49 The Hummer EV and Other New Vehicles
11:00 Driving Experiences and Vehicle Reviews
14:39 Evaluating the $80,000 Police Car
15:41 The Million Dollar Man Question
17:07 Dream Car Garage
20:09 The Future of Off-Roading with EVs
22:24 Sexiest and Ugliest Cars
25:06 A Beer with Clarkson, Hammond, or May?
25:56 GTM: Evolution and Community
29:02 Closing Remarks and How to Get Involved
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Porsche-Diesel, Tractors? (Sal Fanelli)

When you hear the phrases “porsche” and “diesel” in the same sentence, for some of you out there, you might be thinking “Cayenne Diesel” or maybe your mind jumps right to Dieselgate from recent years. And for most of us, our imaginations most likely move right to the sports cars, but! --- what if I told you Porsche actually produced Diesel Tractors? … yep, I had no clue either!  - On this episode of Break/Fix we speak with Sal Fanelli, President of Porsche-Diesel USA to talk to us about the lesser known history of such a famous motorsports-icon and brand: Porsche ... and their Tractors!
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00:00:00 Introduction to Break Fix Podcast
00:00:27 Porsche's Diesel Tractor History
00:01:40 Dr. Porsche's Early Tractor Development
00:02:28 Post-War Production and Collaborations
00:04:05 The Evolution of Porsche Diesel Tractors
00:07:15 Porsche Diesel Tractors in the US
00:10:01 Technical Specifications and Models
00:12:05 Color Schemes and Export Details
00:17:31 Competition and Market Challenges
00:25:30 Technological Innovations and Legacy
00:37:44 Hydraulic Systems and Attachments
00:40:29 PTO Configurations and Gauges
00:46:38 Parts Availability and Restoration
00:53:09 Special Tractor Models
01:02:34 Business Origins and Expansion
01:10:26 Rare Porsche Tractor Colors
01:10:55 Porsche Tractor Market and Restoration Costs
01:11:37 Popular Models and Their Prices
01:13:46 Restoration Levels and Repurposing
01:17:02 Collector's Market and Authenticity
01:20:43 Porsche Tractors in Use Today
01:24:16 Challenges in Restoration
01:33:01 Porsche Tractors at Shows
01:38:16 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Eastern Motor Racing Association (EMRA)

A little over 50 years ago, a few local car clubs joined together with the vision of building a better place to race in the Northeast. Since then, Eastern Motor Racing Association, better known as EMRA,  has grown to become one of the premier sanctioning bodies on the East Coast. EMRA’s wheel to wheel racing series is designed to deliver close, competitive racing for cars of all makes and models.  And their goal is to provide top competition without sacrificing any of the enjoyment – EMRA members race hard and always have FUN! With us tonight is Cory Canzone (Chairman and CI) along with Jon Katz the (CIO/CTO) to tell us all about the new and improved EMRA! 
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00:00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:00:22 History of EMRA
00:00:52 Welcome Cory Canzone and John Katz
00:01:09 Origins of EMRA
00:02:23 EMRA's Unique Club Culture
00:06:05 Embracing New Drivers and Clubs
00:07:11 Challenges and Rebuilding Efforts
00:08:30 Time Trials and Competitive Racing
00:18:48 High Performance Driver's Education (HPDE)
00:25:03 Progression and Safety in EMRA
00:33:57 Transponders and Track Insurance
00:34:28 Transitioning to Time Trials
00:34:59 Understanding Car Classifications
00:37:31 The Importance of Safety in Racing
00:38:14 The Role of Transponders in Time Trials
00:42:48 Coaching and Instructor Credentials
00:50:58 Registering for EMRA Events
00:54:55 Tech Inspection and Safety Requirements
00:59:56 Classing and Power-to-Weight Ratio
01:01:45 Awards and Special Events
01:03:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Drive Thru News #14 - #becausechips

The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we've put together a menu of local, racing, electric-vehicle and random car-adjacent news. Tune in for Episode #14 covering September of 2021. #becausechips with special guest host Mark Shank from the WSIB: 90's Cars episode. 
Just some of the topics we covered this month:
Showcase Brand: MERCEDES + BMW
Ken Block signs with Audi to develop EVs
Porsche Mission-R
Forget the HP wars, it’s Kilowatt Wars!
The INTEGRA! is revealed… and what about the WRX?
Rust Valley Restorers - Big Auction?
5 Obsolete Features and The Last Cars To Have Them
The Lucid Air is almost here and apparently amazing
Tesla patent for laser beam windshield debris removal - LOL!
Ever Wonder If You Could Outrun a Police Pursuit? + EV Police Cars!
Motorsports News: Verstappen vs Hamilton!, again? 
Ridiculous Florida Man stories! 
HPDEjunkie.com Track Day Report
and much, much more! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship
00:00:47 Special Guest Host Introduction
00:01:13 Mercedes G Wagon Electric Concept
00:04:53 Mercedes Maybach Discussion
00:09:05 BMW's Electric Innovations
00:14:11 Volkswagen's Electric Future
00:21:26 Audi's Grand Sphere Concept
00:28:12 Porsche's Mission R and 718
00:35:38 Audi's Heritage Video
00:37:03 Heartwarming Audi Legacy
00:38:30 Stellantis Drama and Supercar Exemptions
00:41:40 Chrysler's New CEO and Brand Future
00:47:21 Ford's EV Crate Engine and Production Challenges
00:53:52 JDM Vehicles and the New Acura Integra
01:00:12 Subaru WRX Controversy
01:04:11 Hyundai and Kia's Bold Designs
01:09:22 Lost and Found: Geo Metro and Barn Finds
01:14:07 Hidden Car Collections in London
01:14:57 Rust Valley Restorers Auction
01:17:21 Obsolete Car Features
01:22:50 Saab Heritage Museum
01:25:01 World Record Holding Volvo
01:30:52 EV Market Updates
01:45:25 Tesla's Autopilot Issues
01:49:04 The Challenges of Autonomous Driving
01:49:34 The Debate on Self-Driving Safety
01:51:47 Driving as a Form of Freedom
01:53:35 Electric Cars in Law Enforcement
01:55:43 Tesla's Laser Windshield Wipers
01:58:38 Magnus Walker's Car Renderings
02:01:44 Outrunning the Police in the UK
02:04:22 Luxurious Motorhomes for the Wealthy
02:05:46 Florida Man Stories
02:17:38 Motorsports News and Updates
02:22:38 Upcoming Events and Announcements
02:27:00 Closing Remarks and Thank Yous
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Tech Transforms ... Racing! (Crossover)

It’s not uncommon to see IT branding plastered across the side of race cars in many motorsports disciplines, names like AWS, Crowdstrike, Sailpoint and others immediately come to mind. But for Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Artificial Intelligence the relationship between technology and racing goes far beyond stickers and sponsorship dollars. As a crossover between the Break/Fix and Tech Transforms Podcasts, we want to thank Mark and Carolyn for having us on their show to explore this idea. 
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00:00 Introduction to Gran Touring Motorsports
00:22 Meet the Hosts and Guest
00:50 The Intersection of IT and Racing
01:28 Eric's Journey into Motorsports
03:51 Evolution of Technology in Racing
05:40 Modern Racing Data and Telemetry
07:57 Racing and Government Technology
14:27 Driver Performance and Training
18:49 Bridging Mechanics and Data
19:23 APM and Racing: A Cross-Reference
20:09 The Importance of Data Fidelity
21:44 Government Applications and Racing
22:25 The Allure of Racing and IT
25:17 Tech Talk: Future Innovations
26:36 The Evolution of Motorsports
31:47 Pit Stop Questions
35:03 Closing Remarks and Thank You
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Tech Transforms: More Than Meets the Eye. Global technology is changing the way we live. Critical government decisions affect the intersection of technology advancement and human needs. This podcast talks to some of the most prominent influencers shaping the landscape to understand how they are leveraging technology to solve complex challenges while also meeting the needs of today's modern world.

Sequels Showdown! - Everything I Learned From Movies (EILFM Crossover)

Tonight! Tonight! Tonight! In one of the ultimate no-prep showdowns of the year, we attempt to pit Original versus Remake in a best-of “car adjacent” movies drag race! The movie buffs (Steve & Izzy) from “Everything I Learned from Movies” versus the car nerds of Break/Fix!
Just like in the movie world, in the car world we often debate: is the newest version “better than the original?” - and in some cases yes, others absolutely not. And for the purposes of this episode, we’re going to focus on both! Car movies that have been remade, reimagined or sequeled. Are they better? And what about the cars they feature?
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