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Drive Thru News #17 - We Would Be Remiss!

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 #17 where we look back over the year and the EVolution of TESLA! - with special guest hosts: Mark Shank and Donovan Lara returning from GarageRiot.
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00:00:00 We Would Be Remiss: Tesla's Latest Gimmick
00:03:55 Tesla's New Door Handles: Swipe or Swipe Not?
00:08:02 Tesla Autopilot Accident: A Tragic Mystery
00:13:23 Tesla's Financial Puzzle: Carbon Credits and Profits
00:16:02 Tesla's Competition: Mercedes and More
00:19:16 Plaid Edition Model S: The Fastest Production Car?
00:24:45 The Boring Company: A Not-So-Hyperloop
00:28:47 Electrify America: Expanding the Charging Network
00:31:03 Tesla's Truck Delays and Supply Chain Issues
00:31:56 Cybertruck and Model Y Production Challenges
00:33:28 Autonomous Driving and Safety Concerns
00:35:22 Tesla's Camera-Only Approach to Autonomy
00:36:22 Tesla's Public Perception and Media Coverage
00:36:50 Tesla's Autopilot Incidents and Investigations
00:39:32 Debate on Autonomous Driving and Human Attention
00:49:55 Tesla's Move to Austin and Future Plans
00:51:05 Tesla's Drag Race Dominance
00:54:20 Tesla's New Beta Testing and Safety Tracking
01:00:43 Final Thoughts and GTM Information
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What's it like living in a Junk Yard? (Patreon Special Re-release)

We had a great time talking with Nate & Emily about their Volvo 480 but we felt like there was more to unpack, especially about "the Compound" a junk yard they lived in for a couple of years. So as an encore to the original episode, we’ve put together this PITSTOP mini-sode based on our post-session happy hour. 
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00:00 The Compound: A Gearhead's Paradise
01:45 Living Amongst the Cars
07:34 The Mercedes Saga Begins
12:36 The Snake Incident
19:41 Rebuilding the Mercedes
22:06 Transmission Troubles and DIY Fixes
23:36 Unexpected Muffler Issues
23:42 Alternator Adventures on the Road
25:04 New Garage and Future Plans
27:37 Favorite Cars of All Time
32:52 Dream Cars and Million Dollar Choices
37:26 Ugliest Cars and Modern Design Critiques
40:43 Electric Vehicles and Future Trends
42:55 Conclusion and How to Support Us
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Safety & Style: Project Motoring (PMX)

A veteran owned company born from a passion for fire safety, Project Motoring, sells it’s own line of American designed racing safety equipment and apparel (PMX), as well as other well known name brands.  We offer a variety of quality products to include helmets, helmet shields, intercoms, custom tailored racing suits, racing gloves, racing shoes, seat belts, racing seats, and many more items.
Joining us tonight is long time car nut - John R. Caffese, Esq - Founder & CEO of Project Motoring - whose passion for being on track has evolved into trying to make it safe and accessible for everyone. An Attorney, Army Officer, and Volunteer Firefighter off the track, he is a safety steward and MSF level 2 certified instructor with several organizations on the track. This passion for fire safety has expanded to all types of racing equipment, resulting in the formation of Project Motoring.
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00:00:00 Welcoming Back John Caffese (PMX)
00:00:50 The Origin of 'The Project'
00:02:52 Project Motoring: Safety Apparel Company
00:06:35 John's Background and Passion for Cars
00:11:26 Evolution to Project Motoring
00:15:03 Introducing PMX
00:23:38 Safety and Design Innovations
00:31:58 Comfortable and Versatile Clothing
00:32:25 Custom Tailoring and Flexibility
00:33:06 Comparing Racing Gear
00:34:36 Innovative Custom Designs
00:36:19 Advanced Manufacturing Techniques
00:41:40 Importance of Proper Gear Maintenance
00:52:57 SFI vs. FIA Certifications
00:58:23 Future of Racing Safety Gear
01:02:47 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Car Culture Delivered: PetrolBox (Jon Sahr)

Each box contains hand-picked items including: Tools, Wearables, Garage gear, Detailing supplies, Magazines, Collectibles, and Coupons... woah! who are we talking about, you ask? Tonight we’re joined by Jon Sahr from PetrolBox to discuss why this petrol-head curated monthly box is something you’ll be anxiously anticipating! 
This episode is part of our ROAD TO SUCCESS SERIES - inspiring stories that help shape the future of the autosphere.
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To get the best in automotive schwag and goodies, you definitely have to check out petrol box! Hop over to www.mypetrolbox.com and see previous month’s collections, and sign-up today, or follow them on social @petrol.box 
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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 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! 
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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! 
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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 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 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. 
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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. 
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00:00:00 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 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 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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