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Drive Thru News #28 - Annual Holiday Shopping Guide, 2022

The Drive Thru is our monthly recap where we’ve put together a menu of automotive, motorsport and random car-adjacent news. 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*
Tune in to Episode #28 for our ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE. Pick up some great ideas for gifts for yourself or your favorite hobbyist, enthusiast or petrol-head in your life. For a list of all the gifts and promotions mentioned on this episode check out the show notes on gtmotorsports.org
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Non-Petroleum based EVOLVE LUBRICANTS

Dedicated to using advanced technology and scientific breakthroughs to bring high performance finished lubricant solutions to market that provide a positive impact on the environment. Unheard of within the oil and lubricants industry, they were able to take the leap and produce products that are composed of primarily sustainable and renewable plant-based base oils while outperforming other petroleum-based products. Utilizing new technology, they created a ground-breaking, unique hydrocarbon molecule entirely based on plant-based feedstocks.
EVOLVE LUBRICANTS, Inc. is a green technology company that develops and manufactures high-performance non-petroleum based, sustainable lubricant solutions for the consumer, commercial, industrial and transportation sectors. And joining us tonight is Rick Lee, CEO and President for EVOLVE LUBRICANTS to explain how this all works.
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00:00 Meet Rick Lee of Evolve Lubricants
01:34 The Origins of Evolve Lubricants
02:37 Innovations in Sustainable Lubricants
07:29 Evolve Lubricants' Product Line
13:53 Performance and Testing of Evolve Products
19:21 Oil Analysis and Real-World Applications
26:12 Expanding Refinery Operations
26:30 Motor Oil Performance and ESG Concerns
27:46 Oil Change Intervals and Recommendations
28:50 Compatibility with Various Vehicles
32:06 Environmental Benefits and Biodegradability
35:22 High-Performance and Racing Applications
40:22 Availability and Pricing
44:26 Future of Internal Combustion Engines
46:18 Final Thoughts and Promotions
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Pebble Prattling: BMW M2 Adventures in the Pyrenees

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.
In this episode Jon & Mark, discuss various topics including the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Mark shares his experiences at Pebble Beach, highlighting moments like mingling with car enthusiasts and a memorable encounter with Derek Hill. They also discuss a drive along the Laguna Seca road where Mark keeps pace with a Rimac Nivera in his E55. The conversation touches upon the rise of modern supercars and the emerging subcultures at Pebble Beach, as well as various classic and modern cars they find intriguing. The episode concludes with Jon and Mark sharing their favorite YouTube channels, cars, and motorcycles, and discussing the quirks and challenges of car ownership including automatic stop-start systems and emission regulations.
J sees the start of the Tour d’elegance
Phil Hill, Formula 1 World Champion
J meets Derek Hill, his son
A late night dice
Exotics at Pebble and a convoy of McLarens
The ex-Shelby Ferrari 410
Gooding at Pebble Beach ‘22
Lamborghini 400 GT, Ruf Porsches, Collecting Indy cars vs. Gullwing Mercedes
J’s Collecting Philosophy
Suzuki GSX-Rs and the Democratization of Performance
Musings on car design
Audi in Formula 1?
Lucid design revisited from #1
Electric car headlights as brand identity
Maserati 3200 and boomerang lights
M reviews his BMW M2 after 2000 miles in the Pyranees
In praise of the Fiesta ST
2002 AMG E55 vs. 2022 AMG GT53
Kawasaki H2; Bimotore Tesi
Countach attains classic status
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Who is William Ross? (Exotic Car Marketplace)

With over 20 years of experience in the automotive market our guest can source and sell that specific exotic collector car that you desire. Some of you might know or have bought from William Ross, the founder of the Exotic Car Marketplace (formerly: Porsche and Ferrari Marketplaces) and he’s here to talk to us about how you can purchase your first (or maybe your next) collector car. 
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00:00 Meet William Ross: From Motorcycles to Supercars
02:44 Passion for Porsche and Ferrari
06:31 The Collector Car Market
17:57 Rocks and Revs: Combining Cars and Music
23:16 Führerbach Porsche: A New Era of Customization
30:00 Visiting the RUF Factory in Germany
30:17 The Future of Fuerbach
31:41 Synthetic Fuels and the Future of Combustion Engines
32:47 The Exclusivity of Fuerbach Cars
36:46 Collector Cars as Investments
45:34 Navigating the Used Car Market
45:59 The Future of Car Sales and EVs
52:57 Tips for Buying Collector Cars
55:53 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Growth, on and off the Track! (Randy Lanier)

“One day in 2015, I got an email from a stranger named Mike Carr, who lived in Pennsylvania. He told me he raced a BMW and that he'd read about my story in a magazine. He wanted to know if I'd team up with him for an endurance race at Mid-Ohio coming up. I stared at the words on my computer screen for a long time, wondering how to respond. My prosecuting attorney's name was Michael Carr. So this stranger reaching out with the same name? I don't know what to make of it. Finally, I typed the words: Is this a joke?
Nope, not a Joke.” 
That’s a quote from the 2022 book “Survival of the Fastest” - Weed, speed and the 1980s Drug scandal that shocked the Sports world, by Randy Lanier. Join us in welcoming Mike Carr and Randy Lanier to Break/Fix, along with special guest co-host GTM’er Tom Newman to tell the rest of this incredible story… 
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00:00 A Mysterious Email from Mike Carr
01:07 Welcoming Mike Carr and Randy Lanier
02:13 Mike Carr's Background and Connection to Racing
04:25 Randy Lanier's Racing Comeback
07:00 Challenges and Triumphs at Mid-Ohio
14:12 Randy Lanier's Life After Prison
18:51 Randy's Racing Rivals and Blue Thunder
24:27 Life Lessons and New Beginnings
29:17 A Tugboat and a Painting
29:43 Marriage and Family Updates
30:36 Unexpected Twists of Fate
31:17 Hidden Money and Family Troubles
32:09 Reuniting with Old Friends
33:25 The Legalization of Marijuana
34:08 Freedom Grow and Giving Back
35:45 From Prison to Cultivation License
38:39 Racing Dreams and Challenges
44:55 Mindfulness and Racing
50:40 Gratitude and Future Plans
52:01 Final Thoughts and Farewells
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Short deck, long hood, low belt line. The Miata Story.

If you’re a fan of the Mazda Miata’s amazing balance and handling characteristics, then Tonight’s Break/Fix guest is to blame. He is best known as the Concept Engineer for the original Miata and he developed the original suspension as well as the packaging layout, achieving the group’s goal of the ultimate “Lightweight Sports car.”
Norman H. Garrett III  is an accomplished Automotive Engineer having worked for major companies such as Mazda, Subaru and Volvo. His corporate experiences span the global automotive development arena, with notable success in specific markets related to energy, emissions, and materials. He has supported Georgia Tech and Oak Ridge National Lab, and if that wasn’t enough, you might recognize him from some of his most recent articles on Hagerty like “A few things you should know before you steal my 914” and “Right seat confessions of an on track driving instructor” - and with that, we’d like to welcome Norman to break/fix to share some of his stories. 
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00:00:00 Meet Norman H. Garrett III
00:01:33 Norman's Early Passion for Cars
00:05:25 First Cars and Early Experiences
00:12:35 Journey into Automotive Engineering
00:20:04 The Birth of the Mazda Miata
00:30:18 The Evolution of the Mazda RX-7 and Miata
00:31:33 The Decision Behind Miata's Engine Choice
00:33:44 Driving Experience and Design Philosophy
00:36:38 Miata's Popularity and Customization
00:42:25 The Future of Miata and Its Legacy
00:44:27 Comparing Miata with Other Sports Cars
00:54:52 Restoring and Modifying Classic Cars
00:57:59 Carburetors vs. Fuel Injected Engines
00:58:24 The Decline of Aftermarket Performance
00:59:45 The Rise of Superchargers
01:00:35 Miata's Insurance Strategy
01:03:11 Porsche 959 vs. Ferrari F40
01:06:26 The Future of Autonomous Driving and EVs
01:09:23 The Evolution of Internal Combustion Engines
01:21:07 Closing Thoughts and Shout Outs
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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.

What’s Stopping You? (Porterfield Brakes)

When you first start out in Motorsports, the essentials are still the same: better Brake Pads, stickier Tires and Seat Time. For those of you who have had the pleasure of riding with GTM'er Mike 'Crutch' Crutchfield in one of his vehicles, you know that he has a reputation. It isn’t for how fast his cars are (because they aren’t) but he has a reputation for “dropping anchor.” He brakes hard, and late, because he has confidence in his equipment. He can only have such confidence because he has invested the time and research into upgrading his brakes. New brake pads alone aren’t the answer, as there are a few extras to consider when upgrading your braking system. With us tonight is Wendy Charlier, General Manager for Porterfield Brakes - an industry leader in performance brakes, joining us for a technical chat about “What’s Stopping You?”
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00:00 Meet Wendy Charlier from Porterfield Brakes
02:46 Understanding Brake Systems and ABS
04:57 Common Brake Issues: Fade, Warping, and Bedding
13:08 Advanced Brake Concepts: Boil Back and Knockback
19:56 The Role of Brake Fluid in Performance
25:20 Brake Lines and Big Brake Kits
33:01 The Debate on Rotor Quality
35:45 The Importance of Cooling Ducts
39:27 Choosing the Right Brake Pads
43:02 Understanding Race Pads
53:31 Custom Brake Solutions
57:56 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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Just Hands Racing Foundation (Torsten Gross)

Few (if any?) sports give people with disabilities the opportunity to compete with the rest of the world. Yes, we’ve seen skiers, marathoners, basketball players, and a myriad others. But unfortunately for these athletes they are held to a small group that they can compete against. And in our world of arrive-and-drive track days and racing schools the overwhelming majority is standard pedal cars. 
The Just Hands Racing Foundation was developed to give anyone who uses hand controls to drive (usually people in wheelchairs) the opportunity to get on to a track with an instructor!
Joining us tonight is Torsten Gross one of the founders of the Just Hands Racing Foundation who is a C6 Quadriplegic along with GTM’er Matteo Fontana, a C6/C7 Quadriplegic whom many of you have seen at the track racing his hand-controlled Audi TT 3.2 Quattro, and well as special guest Tim Horrell GT4 BMW drivers from Fast Track Racing part of the SRO GT America Series to discuss the world of racing from their unique seating positions.  
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00:00:00 Challenges Faced by Disabled Athletes
00:00:52 Just Hands Racing Foundation
00:01:03 Meet the Guests: Torsten, Mateo, and Tim
00:01:47 Tim's Accident and Recovery
00:03:15 Torsten's Accident and Recovery
00:04:25 Mateo's Accident and Recovery
00:07:18 Pursuing Hobbies and Sports Post-Accident
00:11:24 Getting into Motorsports
00:20:50 Hand Controls and Vehicle Modifications
00:41:54 Challenges of Hand Controls in Racing
00:42:32 Adapting to Hand Controls
00:42:58 Innovations and Assistance
00:43:18 Comparing Hand and Foot Controls
00:44:00 Training and Techniques
00:52:41 Pet Peeves and Misconceptions
01:01:17 Just Hands Racing Foundation
01:12:27 Future Plans and How to Help
01:17:48 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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GAA Classic Car Auctions (Johnny Ransom)

Classic car auctions are all the rage these days. The collector car market has been booming for the past decade or so, and auctions have been growing accordingly, both in grandiosity and media coverage. You’ve probably seen auctions taking place on TV or online, with the biggest events being Concours-like affairs, fetching record prices which make headlines for the weeks to follow. 
It’s a misconception that classic and collector car auctions are reserved for the ludicrously rich, buying cars for hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. Auctions offer enthusiasts the opportunity to network with like-minded people and are a great way to learn about special interest vehicles you might not be familiar with but find you have an interest in.
The team at GAA Classic Car Auctions offers a spectacular experience for both the first-timer or the seasoned auction goer. Devoted to producing the best classic and collector car auction experience possible, folks like Johnny Ransom, General Manager for GAA, are hands on and willing to help you with whatever needs might arise, and he’s here to explain how it all works.
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00:00 The Excitement of Classic Car Auctions
01:59 Meet Johnny Ransom from GAA Classic Car Auctions
02:10 Johnny's Journey into the Automotive World
05:13 The Birth of GAA Classic Car Auctions
08:15 GAA's Unique Auction Experience
11:28 Memorabilia Sales at GAA Auctions
13:27 Diverse Range of Vehicles at GAA
15:17 Auctioneer Dynamics and Attendee Experience
16:37 First-Time Auction Goer Tips
19:36 Bidding and Payment Process
24:27 Ensuring Title Transfers and Paperwork
28:00 State Tax Regulations for Car Purchases
28:29 Handling Titles and State Inspections
29:08 Auction Fees and Buying Process
29:56 Selling Your Car at GAA
31:44 Placing and Pricing Cars for Auction
35:08 Running and Driving Requirements
35:29 Handling Large Car Collections
37:21 Post-Auction Sales and Consignments
39:02 Auction vs. Private Sale
44:23 Future of GAA and Online Auctions
47:13 Upcoming Auctions and Notable Cars
49:36 Electric Vehicles in Auctions
51:19 Shoutouts and Closing Remarks
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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?

Drive Thru News #27 - Allegedly ”Air Quotes” sponsored by Money Gram! #endquote

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 #27 where we celebrate Halloween with some trunk-or-treating along with Open Wheel Racing & Formula One as our showcase!! 
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Showcase: OPEN WHEEL RACING & FORMULA 1
8 world champions who would've been rejected under F1's flawed superlicence rules
Audi and Porsche are still setting F1 goals!
Say it ain't so... Danny Ric is OUT!
The HAAS-y future of Mick Schumacher?
When does the Money Gram F1 book come out? #richenergy
New news on Cadillac, BMW and Lamborghini LeMans Prototypes for LMDh
Ford runs of out Blue Ovals and all Rivians recalled!
Elon Musk says "Cybertrucks can serve *briefly* as a boat"
Honda lawn mower sets Guinness World Record!
Bubba Wallace & Kyle Larson!
Corvette C8.R coming to SRO World Challenge, and 2023 schedule reveal.
Best of Bathurst 1000 crash videos
Community News, brought to us by CollectorCarGuide.net
HPDEjunkie.com Track Day Report
and much, much more! 
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GTM’s Crew Chief Brad on Cars Yeah! #2175 (Crossover)

Cars Yeah is a five-day-a-week podcast where Mark talks with Inspiring Automotive Enthusiasts™. People who have wrapped their passion for automobiles in to their careers and lives. You can enjoy over 2,000 interviews on the website and on every major mobile podcast app.
In episode #2175 of Cars Yeah! - Brad is the ‘Break’ in the Break Fix Podcast he produces and host with his business partner Crew Chief Eric, a past guest here on Cars Yeah. Every week Brad and Eric interview motorsports and automotive enthusiasts sharing their stories and enthusiasm. His career past includes 22 years of financial experience working with credit unions and financial institutions. He’s a lifelong automotive enthusiast who has been a drag racer, road racer, HPDE driving instructor, autocross, off-roading, and he’s a motorcycle rider. It’s safe to say if it rolls on rubber, Brad loves it!
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00:00 Introduction to Cars Yeah
00:35 Meet Crew Chief Brad
00:48 Brad's Musical Background
02:31 Brad's Automotive Journey
02:51 Sponsor Break
05:15 Brad's Early Car Experiences
13:32 The Break/Fix Podcast
17:07 Inspiration and Mentors
18:46 Challenges and Obstacles
21:39 Lessons from Life's Challenges
21:59 Career Struggles and New Beginnings
24:06 Financial Wisdom and Education
25:08 Future Plans for the Break Fix Podcast
27:35 Memorable Vehicles and Stories
35:02 Ultimate Drive and Personal Reflections
37:26 Inspirational Quotes and Final Thoughts
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Cars Yeah! with Mark Greene (Crossover, Part 2)

Our guest calls himself “an incurable automotive enthusiast” interviewing successful entrepreneurs who live a lifestyle around their passion for vehicles of all types: be it cars, motorcycles, trucks or something more. Guest interviews include industry leaders, celebrities, racers, artists, builders, and if it’s related to the automotive world you’ll more than likely find it in his huge catalog of episodes..
Our guest takes you on his journey, gets under the hood, and aims to provide his listeners with inspiration. With us tonight on Break/Fix is Mark Greene… the Founder, Producer, and Host of Cars Yeah! Cars Yeah is a five-day-a-week podcast where Mark talks with Inspiring Automotive Enthusiasts™. People who have wrapped their passion for automobiles into their careers and lives. And we’re delighted to be sharing his story with all of you, so as he puts it: sit down, buckle up and enjoy the ride!
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00:00:00 Meet Mark Greene: The Incurable Automotive Enthusiast
00:01:49 Mark Greene's Early Automotive Influences
00:09:20 The Sexiest Cars of All Time
00:12:28 The Ugliest Car Debate
00:15:19 Mark Greene's Journey to Griot's Garage
00:23:34 Mark Greene's Racing Adventures
00:29:55 Motorcycle Memories and Mishaps
00:33:07 Reflecting on Vintage Racing and Life Changes
00:33:47 Transition from Racing to Work and Family
00:35:20 Dream Car and Track Combos
00:36:36 Following Motorsports and Family Influence
00:41:30 The One That Got Away: Porsche 930 Story
00:53:18 Starting the Cars Yeah Podcast
01:01:31 Inspiring Automotive Enthusiasts
01:02:14 Lessons from COVID
01:02:38 Building Relationships in the Automotive Industry
01:03:13 The Power of a Clear Mantra
01:04:59 Favorite Guests and Moments
01:09:01 The Secret to Happiness
01:11:15 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters
01:15:30 Rapid-Fire Questions
01:23:41 The Ultimate Drive
01:26:28 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
 
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