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Just Track It! (Nabil Abusharr)

Just Track It! was founded in 2013 to bring affordable track days to car enthusiasts around the Southeastern US. Their mission is to get you on track in your car for the lowest possible price allowing you to safely enjoy your car at its performance limits!
Just Track It’s open track events feature extensive track time for all driver levels from first timers to seasoned racers. They provide instruction to novice drivers in the form of in car coaching and classroom chalk talk sessions....and on this episode we interview Nabil Abusharr, President of Just Track It! to explain how their HPDE program works. 
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00:00 Introduction to Break Fix Podcast
00:28 Founding of Just Track It
01:07 Nabil Abusharr's Journey
01:54 The Evolution of Just Track It
03:43 Nabil's Current Track Car
06:31 Expansion and Home Tracks
10:39 Just Track It's Unique Approach
11:44 Driver Education Program
18:29 Advanced Coaching and Progression
21:37 Instructor and Student Dynamics
23:44 Instructor Certification Programs
24:49 Experience and Qualities of a Good Coach
26:26 Just Track It Instructor Training Program
27:37 MSF Certification and Expansion
29:54 Event Registration and Track Time
33:45 Safety Measures and Track Insurance
36:56 Electric Cars on the Track
38:26 Advice for First-Timers
41:54 Community and Inclusivity at Just Track It
43:45 Sponsors and Support
46:45 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Episode 50...Take Too? (Crossover)

Lights-Camera-Action! … That’s right folks, we’re super excited to have Brian Stever from Take Too Podcast on Break/Fix for our first ever Crossover episode! And if you haven’t guessed it … we’re going to talk about movies! and cars!!! So hit pause and go grab some microwave popcorn, then join us for the show! And with over 200 episodes, Take Too Podcast is your source for news and reviews of movies, TV, and a little bit of everything else.
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How I got my ’63 Split Window Corvette (Patreon Special Re-release)

We had a great time talking with Donovan about GarageRiot, but we felt like the listeners didn’t get to know him as a Motorsports and Car enthusiast, so as an encore to the original episode, we’ve put together this mini-sode based on our post-session happy hour. 
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I gotta guy for that ... Paul Wilamoski

The Sand! The Surf! The Beaches! on a special profile episode of Break/Fix we talk cars, movies, and more with Special Guest Paul Wilamoski; some of you might remember him from his days coaching at HookedonDriving events in the Northeast before he moved to sunny California, but did you know that he’s an avid motorsports enthusiast?, amateur photographer? and all around-petrol head? Tune in to find out more!
This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.
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Gingerman Raceway

2.14 miles… 11 Corners… 36 feet wide… 350 acres… if you haven’t guessed it yet, we’re talking about a racetrack! Founded in 1995, GingerMan Raceway is a road course located east of South Haven, Michigan, where many sports car and motorcycle enthusiasts call home during the weekend.
Gingerman is celebrating it's 25th anniversary this year (2021), and we talk with Zachary Schnitta, General Manager of Gingerman Raceway along with Maribeth Jordan - the Customer Service manager and JR Marchand, Track Operations Director and Maintenance Director to talk with us about the history of the track, it’s evolution and it’s future.
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Drive Thru News #10 - May ’21

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 #10 covering May of 2021.
Just some of the topics we covered this month:
Red vs Blue - the BRZ and the FRS
Ford F-150 Lightning Name Will Return for Electric Pickup
Final ICE Lotus (EMIRA) revealed, due in July ‘21
Opel Manta - EV
Lamborghini announces upcoming all-electric
Taking Your $400K Ferrari 812 GTS For a Swim Probably Voids the Warranty
Top Speed Record-Holding SSC Tuatara Wrecked in Car Carrier Crash
A Kentucky man …
Motorsports News
HPDEjunkie.com Track Day Report
and much, much more! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:01:10 Automotive News: Subaru and Toyota
00:04:58 Subaru Impreza Auction Shock
00:06:54 Ford's Production Woes and EV Plans
00:10:10 Stellantis Emission Fraud Scandal
00:13:24 Lost and Found: New Old Vehicles
00:16:27 Honda's Electric Future
00:17:28 Hydrogen vs. Electric Debate
00:20:36 Fuel Shortage Madness
00:27:10 Lamborghini's EV Entry
00:28:30 British EV Restomods
00:31:33 Lotus Emira: The Last ICE Car
00:33:11 Tesla's Financial Puzzle
00:35:57 Mercedes EQS: A Tesla Fighter?
00:37:44 Retrofit Revolution: EVs in Classic Cars
00:38:06 Tesla's Competition: Audi and Porsche
00:39:05 GM's Mini EV: A Modern K Car
00:41:58 Newegg Sells Car Parts?
00:43:03 Off-Road Adventures and Jeep Rescues
00:45:21 Ferrari in the Lake: A Costly Mistake
00:46:37 Tuatara Transport Tragedy
00:48:20 Florida's Flying Turtle Incident
00:50:21 Speeding Stories: Mustang and More
00:53:05 Red Mist: Porsche vs. Mustang
00:54:16 Tesla's Self-Driving Failures
00:56:18 Formula One Updates and Cancellations
01:01:08 NHRA Adds EV Class
01:01:46 Australian Drag Racing: Lamborghini Countach
01:02:56 Downhill Power Wheels Racing
01:04:12 GTM Events and Announcements
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Machine Learning for Race Data with Apex Pro (Andrew Rains)

Everyone always says that the number 1 mod for any driver is “seat time” - but you do reach a point where seat time alone isn’t enough, coaches can only get you so far, so what is an aspiring driver supposed to do? 
That’s where software, machine learning and data driven intelligence in the form of “digital driving coaches” come into play. Apex Pro was born out of the desire to simplify and improve the way data is displayed and communicated to the driver, helping folks improve and achieve better lap times. Joining Break/Fix is Special Guest Host Phil Ingalls from MaxSpeed Track Days along with Andrew Rains business lead for Apex Pro to explain how it all works.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Break/Fix Podcast
00:01:12 The Birth of Apex Pro
00:02:40 Developing Apex Pro: From Concept to Market
00:05:33 Apex Pro vs. Competitors
00:08:35 User Experience and Benefits
00:15:09 Understanding Apex Pro's Technology
00:37:17 GPS and Data Accuracy in Motorsports
00:43:42 Bluetooth Connectivity and OBD2 Integration
00:43:55 Minimum Phone Specifications for Apex Pro
00:44:06 Why Apex Pro Focuses on iOS
00:45:15 Challenges with Android Development
00:46:43 Cooling Concerns for Apple Devices
00:49:39 Apex Pro's Real-Time Feedback Without a Phone
00:51:57 Data Analysis and Software Options
00:57:15 Educational Resources and Webinars
01:00:31 Community Engagement and Data Sharing
01:06:17 Multi-Discipline Use and Compatibility
01:09:41 Pricing and Subscription Options
01:13:23 Expected Results and Driving Improvement
01:16:58 Future of Apex Pro: Gen 2
01:24:42 Final Thoughts and Shout Outs
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Y’all be Yippin’!

This episode is dedicated to long-time GTM member Matthew Yip. Matthew had been struggling and striving through his battle with Kidney failure for many years. On 11/15/2021, we were informed that he was found at home, on the couch, in a state of eternal rest. We are all very shocked and saddened by this sudden news. This full-length Pit Stop was remastered from segments along with never before heard extras from the following episodes: What Should I Buy? Ugly Cars Parts 1 & 2, The British Owners Club, WSIB: Wagons Edition, The Silver Monster, Regrets & The Desert Island and many other episodes where Matt was a guest host. He was a legend in our community, and an important role-model and helped get GTM started back in 2014. Everyone has a story... and Matt's live on here on Break/Fix. 
This episode originally aired as a 55th birthday gift for Matthew. Until we race again. MGY 1966-2021. Sit back and enjoy some these classic Matt stories.
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Experience the MAXSPEED difference!

Smaller Run Groups, Less Traffic, More Quality Track Time! - “Experience the MaxSpeed Difference.” MaxSpeed Track Days delivers on those elements with great Southeastern venues, stellar customer service, as well as the curriculum and coaching to enhance anyone's high speed driving skills...with us is Phil Ingalls, President and CEO of MaxSpeed Track Days along with Co-Founder Brendon Blake to explain how their HPDE program works. 
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00:00 Introduction to Gran Touring Motorsports
00:52 MaxSpeed Track Days Overview
01:10 Meet Phil Engels and Brendan Blake
01:28 Phil's Journey to MaxSpeed
04:33 Brendon's Perspective
05:04 Launching MaxSpeed Track Days
08:09 The MaxSpeed Difference
11:16 Home Tracks and Expansion Plans
16:29 MaxSpeed DE Program
23:26 Track Capacity and Configuration
23:50 Coaching and Instructor Guidelines
24:13 Post-COVID Event Protocols
26:33 Becoming a Max Speed Coach
29:00 Registering for Max Speed Track Days
29:58 Event Costs and Track Time
32:19 Safety and Tech Inspections
34:01 Track Insurance and Safety
38:47 Max Speed's Additional Services
40:54 Max Rewards Program and Garage Club
44:54 Shoutouts and Future Plans
47:44 Conclusion and Listener Information
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Drive Thru News #9 - April ’21

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 #9 covering April of 2021.
Just some of the topics we covered this month:
California Senators Push Biden to Set End Date for Gasoline-Car Sales
Jeep Is Launching a Charging Network to Facilitate EV Off-Roading
Lost & Found: 2016 Dodge Dart, sold in 2021
CONFIRMED: VW Name-Change to Voltswagen Is Real
Everything We Know About The Corvette Stingray SUV
1970’s Hyundai Pony - redone as an EV
“Open butthole” TESLA command
New “ugliest car” has to be added to our list!
Motorsports News
HPDEjunkie.com Track Day Report
and much, much more! 
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00:00:00 Introduction and Sponsors
00:00:50 California's Push to End Gasoline Car Sales
00:02:49 Challenges of Electric Vehicle Adoption
00:05:58 Innovations in Fuel and Battery Technology
00:11:33 Jeep's Move into Electric Vehicles
00:14:27 Stellantis' Undead Cars
00:19:34 Volkswagen's Electric Future
00:34:07 Rediscovering Classic Cars as EVs
00:34:57 Hyundai's Retro EV Transformation
00:35:53 MG's Electric Revival
00:38:34 Mazda's Rotary Hybrid SUV
00:43:02 Tiny Electric Vehicles: The Future of Urban Transport?
00:49:35 Tesla's Quirky Features and Controversies
01:02:06 Driving Safety and Public Service Announcements
01:07:59 Highway Stunts and Reckless Driving
01:09:33 Reckless Driving on the Beltway
01:10:15 The Consequences of Dangerous Driving
01:13:31 Lost and Found: Big Red Turbine Truck
01:15:29 The Ugliest Car: 1973 Moe's Safari
01:18:47 Rare Supercars and CarMax Unicorns
01:21:25 Motorsports and GTM News
01:32:47 Electric Vehicles in Drag Racing
01:38:47 Upcoming GTM Events
01:43:24 Closing Remarks and Thank You
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Cruisin’ at the Speed of Sound

Anyone that knows Brad knows he has two passions in life, cars and music, and often he finds that these two passions overlap or have an indirect relationship with each other. He feels that there is a deep-seated connection as both worlds can ignite feelings and emotions unlike anything else on the planet. Today on the show our panel of petrol-heads and audiophiles: Peter Cline (VETMotorsports), Donovan Lara (GarageRiot) and GTM members Rob Luhrs and Mountain Man Dan talk about that connection, as well as other car-and-music adjacent musings and topics.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Grand Touring Motorsports
00:00:22 Exploring the Car and Music Connection
00:00:42 Meet the Hosts and Guests
00:01:10 Rob's Musical Journey
00:03:53 Donovan's Musical Background
00:07:01 Pete's Musical Evolution
00:10:12 Mountain Man Dan's Musical Roots
00:12:37 Eric's Musical Heritage
00:14:17 Brad's Musical Experience
00:15:40 The Universal Language of Music
00:19:08 Driving Anthems and Car Soundtracks
00:30:34 Nighttime Driving Soundtracks
00:31:12 Classic Albums for Road Trips
00:34:13 The Evolution of Car Audio
00:36:44 Band Life and Road Stories
00:42:33 First Cars and Embarrassing Songs
00:49:27 Best Factory Car Stereos
01:00:17 Nostalgic Songs That Drive Us Crazy
01:01:04 The Album Experience vs. Modern Playlists
01:02:25 Driving and Music: A Journey of Escapism
01:04:23 Freedom and the Joy of Driving
01:11:54 Music Video Cars: The Perfect Match
01:16:11 Best Car and Music Decades
01:22:14 The Connection Between Cars and Music
01:26:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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The Black Nasty (Bobby Parks)

At GTM we pride ourselves on being ambassadors for all types of Motorsports, but we haven’t really talked about drag racing much on Break/Fix, until now! Our guest has been a staple in the DMV drag racing scene for the better part of two decades. Some of you in the area may remember an all-black 4th Gen Camaro roaming around Upper Montgomery County MD on huge slicks and skinnies. That car was the Genesis for what is now widely known as, the Black Nasty.    
Some of you might also know him from Street Outlaws and Pinks, welcome Robert (Bobby) Parks, the man behind the Black Nasty persona to the show. 
This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Break Fix Podcast
00:00:35 Meet Robert Parks: The Man Behind Black Nasty
00:01:45 Early Days and Inspiration
00:02:35 The Rise of the LS Engine
00:03:33 Building and Tuning Drag Cars
00:04:59 The Origin of Black Nasty
00:06:19 From Camaro to Mustang
00:11:01 No Prep Racing Explained
00:16:36 Challenges and Triumphs in No Prep Racing
00:25:29 Favorite Tracks and Memorable Races
00:28:50 Advice for Aspiring Drag Racers
00:36:00 Electric Vehicles and Modern Drag Racing
00:39:41 The Racer's Perspective on Car Brands
00:40:04 Tesla's Potential in Drag Racing
00:42:30 Safety Concerns in No Prep Racing
00:43:43 The Reality of No Prep Racing Events
00:49:11 Personal Experiences and TV Appearances
01:03:56 Advice for Aspiring Racers
01:08:20 Future of Drag Racing and Electric Cars
01:10:09 Sponsors and Upcoming Races
01:13:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts