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Celebrating the Matriarch of the Ferrari legacy (Laura Ferrari)

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.
In this episode William delves into the overlooked life and contributions of Laura Ferrari, Enzo Ferrari's wife, in celebration of Women's History Month. He covers various aspects of her life including her role in Enzo life, their complex relationship, her unseen influence on Ferrari's financial stability, and the challenges she faced in a male-dominated era. William highlights Laura's crucial involvement in maintaining and managing Ferrari's finances, which arguably saved the company from financial ruin. He also touches upon personal anecdotes, the impact of their son Dino's illness, and the controversial dynamics involving Enzo's mistress, Lina Lardi. He also emphasizes the need for more recognition of Laura Ferrari's significant, yet underappreciated contributions to the legendary car brand.
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00:00 Celebrating Women's History Month 02:11 The Enigmatic Laura Ferrari 03:35 Early Relationship with Enzo 05:18 Marriage and Early Challenges 07:29 Laura's Increasing Involvement in Ferrari 11:23 The Palace Revolt and Aftermath 15:07 Laura's Legacy in Ferrari 17:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Decades Make a Difference (Lyn St. James)

We’re all on a path to somewhere, and then something comes along that brings clarity into our life, and often takes us in an unexpected direction. We ask, “did we manifest that” or did it “just happen?”
Lyn St. James believe it’s likely a combination of things, but she believes things don’t just happen. The more difficult the challenge, the more difficult the climb, and the more important we need to pay attention to the things that influence our choices. It’s often upon reflection where we can see and learn how those influences impacted our lives. And depending on what decade we’re living in, and what decade of our life we’re reflecting on those choices, it can help shape our lives and the lives of those around us. An important piece of advice - pay attention to your influences and how they impact your decisions. And always think about the bigger picture, because everything we invite to enter our sphere of awareness impacts what we do, and what we do has an impact on others.
This presentation is a recap of how my five decades in the motorsports industry has taken me down the path of racing around the world and provided me with incredible opportunities to be someone I would never have dreamed I could be. An incredible journey!
Lyn St. James, Co-Founder/President of Women in Motorsports North America, is a legendary race car driver, author, mentor, and motivational speaker. Named one of the "Top 100 Female Athletes of the 20th Century" by Sports Illustrated, Lyn has set 21 national and international speed records and was a seven-time competitor in the world’s largest sporting event - the Indianapolis 500 - earning Rookie of the Year honors in 1992. She has competed all over the world, including twice at the 24 Hours of LeMans (1989, 91) with victories at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, 12 Hours of Sebring, Watkins Glen, Road America, and Nurburgring.
Most recently Lyn was announced as an inductee into the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame, and has been inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, the Sebring Hall of Fame, the Florida Sports Hall of Fame, was the 2022 Amelia Island Concours Honoree, is the recipient of the prestigious “Spirit of Ford” award, the "Guiding Woman in Sports Award", the "Office Depot Visionary Sportswoman of the Year" and was named on Automotive News list of the Top 100 Women in the Automotive Industry. She is in demand as a speaker on women’s issues, gender equality, and diversity.
She serves on the board of ACCUS (Automobile Competition Committee of the United States) and on their Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. She has authored two books: Lyn St. James, An Incredible Journey and Oh By the Way, and is a former President of the Women’s Sports Foundation. Lyn is passionate about mentoring drivers in the sport of auto racing as well as women in the automotive and motorsports fields.
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00:00 Lyn St. James: A Legendary Career03:51 Early Inspirations and Challenges05:42 Finding Passion in Racing09:09 Breaking Barriers in Motorsports13:52 The Importance of Teamwork and Persistence18:52 Creating Partnerships and Achieving Success25:53 Reflecting on History and Legacy27:35 Reflecting on Women in Motorsports29:24 The Evolution of Female Representation32:20 The Birth of Women in Motorsports North America35:35 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing40:07 The Future of Women in Racing43:04 Social Media and Safety Concerns44:51 Memorable Cars and Racing Experiences50:51 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
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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.

Trailblazers on the Track: Celebrating Women in Short Track Racing!

It’s International Women’s Month, and we couldn’t think of a better way to honor it than by bringing together three phenomenal female drivers who are tearing up the track and rewriting the rules. From late models to sprint cars, these women have proven that racing isn’t just a man’s game - it’s anyone’s game if you’ve got the grit, the guts, and the drive to win!
We’ll talk with Erin (Crocker) Evernham, Alison Sload and Taylor Ferns about their journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and how the sport is evolving for the next generation of female racers. So buckle up, because this conversation is going to be fast, fierce, and full of insight from the best in the business!
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00:00 Meet the Phenomenal Female Drivers: Erin, Taylor and Alison!01:29 Alison's Journey into Racing 02:11 Taylor's Racing Background 02:54 Erin's Early Racing Days 03:24 Growing Up at the Track; Challenges and Motivation in Racing 10:29 The Winning Mindset 12:19 Memorable On-Track Battles 16:27 Opportunities and the Future of Women in Racing 24:29 Discussing the Financial Aspects of Racing; Sponsorship Challenges in Sprint Car Racing 31:13 What are the commitments and ROI for Sponsors?36:27 Women in Motorsport North America (WMNA) 39:30 Encouraging Young Women in Racing 45:35 Future Plans and Reflections; Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
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This episode was sponsored by The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians, The ACO USA, Women In Motorsports North America in partnership with The Motoring Podcast Network.

Screen to Speed No.44: Emma chats with Todd Moonbounce!

In this episode of 'Screen to Speed' host Emma Galasso talks with Todd Moonbounce about their sim racing journeys. Todd shares his entrance into sim racing, starting from racing video games like Mario Kart to his current involvement in the SBR league and iRacing. They discuss the value of having a strong racing community, tools for improvement such as coaching and lap reviews, and how administrative roles contribute to a league's success. Additionally, they touch upon using sim racing for language learning and provide advice for newcomers to the sport. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Emma's Big Announcement 02:38 Todd's Journey into Sim Racing 04:50 Challenges and Triumphs in Sim Racing 07:25 Community and Camaraderie in Sim Racing 10:24 Upcoming International Women's Day Event 16:53 Sim Racing Techniques and Improvements 28:40 The Importance of Replay Analysis 29:26 Team Dynamics and Rivalries 30:52 Learning from Past Laps 32:18 Finding and Joining Leagues 34:32 Sim Racing and Language Learning 39:53 Goals and Continuous Improvement 45:03 The Role of Administration in Leagues 53:46 Future of Sim Racing and Advice for Beginners
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Celebrating the first 50 Years of TransAM Racing

In celebration of 60 years of TransAM racing, and the inaugural class of Hall of Famers at Sebring in 2025; we wanted to take you back to 2015 when the IMRRC hosted a panel of notable figures in TransAm’s history.
Folks like Chuck Cantwell, Lee Dykstra, Don Cox, John 'Woody' Woodard, Tommy Kendall, Butch Leitzinger were hosted by Judy Stropus - recapping the first 50 years of the series.
This panel covers the history and development of Trans Am racing, their personal experiences, stories of innovation and trickery in racing, and the evolution of race car technology. They also reflect on memorable races, provide insights into their careers, and discuss the competitive spirit and changes in this unique variant of Road Racing. Featuring a live audience Q&A, they also touch upon the current state of Trans Am compared to its earlier days.
This episode was originally recorded in 2016 at Watkins Glen International and has been remastered for this podcast.
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00:00:00 Celebrating 60 Years of Trans Am Racing00:01:07 Panel Introduction; Judy Stropas Takes the Stage00:07:35 Chuck Cantwell's Early Trans Am Days00:11:14 Lee Dykstra's Contributions to Trans Am00:14:03 Don Cox's Chevrolet Insights00:20:04 John Woodard's Penske Racing Journey00:25:33 Butch Leitzinger's Trans Am Experience00:27:39 Tommy Kendall's Racing Legacy00:35:55 Stories of Innovation and Trickery00:47:49 The Controversy of Traction Control00:53:55 Balance of Performance00:56:01 Roger Penske's Winning Strategy00:58:35 Historic Trans Am Cars and Their Legacy01:05:51 Conclusion and Audience Q&A01:20:27 The Future of Racing: Innovation vs. Regulation
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Pit Stop: A look back at Amy Ruman's Championship Season

In this Pit Stop minisode we revisits the 2016 season with TransAm Series driver Amy Ruman, conducted by the Josh Ashby of the International Motor Racing Research Center. The episode highlights Amy Ruman's achievements, including becoming the first female TransAm champion and her journey through the series with her family-run team. The interview delves into the significance of the TransAm Series, the evolution of the cars, Amy's favorite tracks, and memorable races. 
This episode was originally recorded in 2016 at Watkins Glen International and has been remastered for this podcast.
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00:00 Amy Ruman's Championship Journey
01:13 Amy Ruman's Racing Background
01:54 Trans Am Series: Historical Significance and Personal Impact
03:25 Changes in Trans Am Series Over the Years
04:42 Favorite Tracks and Racing Experiences
06:00 The Legacy and Future of Trans Am
07:00 Memorable Racing Moments
07:45 Favorite Trans Am Car
08:25 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
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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. 

The Trailblazers of Trans Am Racing! (Honoring 60 Years of T/A)

Get ready for an electrifying discussion as we bring together four of the most accomplished women in TransAm and Road racing! Cindi Lux, Michele Abbate, Amy Ruman, and special guest Erin Vogel take the stage for an exclusive panel diving into the highs, the challenges, and the evolution of women in motorsports. From the adrenaline filled battles to the precision of road racing, they’ll share their first-hand experiences and their insights on what it takes to compete at the highest levels. Whether you're a die-hard racing fan or just love hearing inspiring stories from trailblazers, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
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00:00 Meet the Panelists 03:25 Why Trans Am? 06:51 Family Influence and Personal Stories 08:25 Challenges and Opportunities in Racing 11:15 Trans Am Series Structure 16:50 The Importance of Seat Time 19:54 Balance of Performance in Racing 29:53 The Business of Racing 30:27 Inspirations and Role Models; Encouraging the Next Generation 37:11 Women in Motorsports: Opportunities and Challenges 50:34 The Future of Trans Am and Personal Goals 56:58 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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This episode was sponsored by The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians, The ACO USA, Women In Motorsports North America in partnership with The Motoring Podcast Network.

Evening With A Legend: Margie Smith-Haas

Tonight, we have an opportunity to bring a piece of Le Mans to you, sharing in the Legend of Le Mans with guests from different eras of over 100 years of racing. 
Margie Smith-Haas is a trailblazer in motorsports, renowned for her remarkable contributions to endurance racing, particularly at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans. As the first American Woman to compete in this grueling event in 1984 (and 1985), she broke barriers while demonstrating exceptional skill, determination, and composure behind the wheel. Margie’s Le Mans career showcases her ability to tackle the demanding Circuit de la Sarthe, navigating its high-speed straights and challenging turns with precision. Her racing performances outside of Le Mans have earned her widespread respect within the racing community, highlighting her as a role model for aspiring drivers. Balancing technical expertise with endurance, Margie Smith-Haas’s legacy at Le Mans is one of perseverance, professionalism, and passion for the sport.
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00:00 Meet Margie Smith-Haas: A Trailblazer in Motorsports
01:49 Margie's Early Racing Days
02:42 Racing with Wayne Baker and Meeting Paul
04:23 Paul's Influence and Margie's Path to Le Mans
06:41 Challenges and Triumphs at Monza and Brands Hatch
15:19 Preparing for Le Mans: Lessons from Daytona
20:21 First Impressions of Le Mans 1984
23:21 Qualifying Struggles and Overheating Issues
25:29 A Night of Challenges and Tragedy
26:52 Reflecting on the 1984 Le Mans Experience
29:29 The 1985 Le Mans Attempt
32:44 Transition to ACRL and Championship
38:43 Legacy and Impact on Women in Racing
42:45 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
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To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.

Screen to Speed No.43: Luca Munro, Hangin' with Sim Racing Stars!

In today's episode, Luca Munro talks about his journey into sim racing from his humble beginnings on the Playstation to taking the plunge into pc racing and rubbing shoulders with the greatest drivers in sim racing. Luca also explains how he got into writing articles for Overtake (a subsidiary of Porsche) and where his love of writing came from. From the highs of winning championships and podium finishes to the lows of unlucky special events, Luca explains all from his point of view. A true advocate of inclusive racing Luca prides himself on being a Screen To Speed Ally and champions charity races such as Race For Mental Health. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00:00 Meet Luca Munro
00:01:08 Luca's Journey into Sim Racing
00:02:01 Joining OvertakeGG
00:03:55 Early Racing Experiences
00:07:34 Transition from Console to PC
00:11:02 United Sim Team and Competitive Racing
00:15:33 Versatility in Sim Racing
00:22:36 Favorite Cars and Tracks
00:26:42 Winning the Motorsport UK eSport Prototype Challenge
00:31:30 Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
00:33:14 Reflecting on Racing Emotions
00:34:40 Overcoming Setbacks in Racing
00:39:11 Team Dynamics and Support
00:40:21 Inclusivity in Sim Racing
00:49:29 Challenges and Improvements in iRacing
01:03:21 Future Plans and Advice for New Sim Racers
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INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch.
Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

Brand Image & Customization

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.
In this episode of the Ferrari Marketplace Podcast, host William Ross discusses Ferrari's recent tightening of their car personalization program, limiting what owners can do in terms of customization. He explores the impact of these restrictions on resale value and the buyer’s pool. He criticizes manufacturers like Ferrari and Porsche for enforcing strict post-sale modification guidelines, even for subsequent owners. Through various examples, he highlights the tension between manufacturers wanting to maintain brand integrity and the rights of owners to modify their cars. He also references legal cases, such as Ford’s failed lawsuit against John Cena, to illustrate the complexities of these issues. The episode ends with a call for listener interaction and potential guest appearances to discuss related topics.
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00:00 Introduction to the Show
01:12 Ferrari's Customization Crackdown
03:02 Impact on Resale Value
04:05 Rich People and Their Spending Habits
04:59 YouTubers and Ferrari's Brand Image
05:51 Liberty Walk and Customization
07:32 Legal Battles and Manufacturer Rights
09:45 Ownership and Customization Rights
20:30 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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Best of the Bay (Part 3): Three Genesisisises. They’re Good.

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.
In this episode, Jon reviews three Genesis vehicles during a road test in Santa Cruz. Exploring the Genesis GV80 Coupe, GV80, and G80 sedan, he compares them to other luxury brands like Bentley and Lexus. He discusses his initial skepticism about SUV coupes, his experiences with the vehicles' infotainment systems, and the pros and cons of their design and performance. He finds the GV80 Coupe particularly impressive for its luxury feel and lessens the sting of its high price point. Jon also mentions how the Genesis brand is evolving its own design language, distinct from other luxury brands. The episode ends with a nod to his favorite, the G80 sedan.
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Judas Priest - Riding On the Wind
A digression on speed dating
Genesis GV80 Coupe - The Car Least Likely To Make You Regret Your Car Payment, “a driver focused design”, mesh design theme J loves
Lexus vs. Toyota, leather heated seats worth the extra $
No creep in the transmission
Hyundai Equus Kia K900
New cars having different methods of starting / putting in gear. Unlike the cars we grew up with. Usually buttons “30 secs on the microwave, please”
Testament - Electric Crown
Genesis GV80 - “the Range Rovery one”. 17mpg instead of 13mpg for the GV80 Coupe
Genesis G80 sedan. J’s favourite. The blobby wheels. Red leather interior. Terrific at high speed. Compares favourably with J’s old AMG Benz, a RWDV8 vs this, a AWD turbo V6. Old fashioned big fast sedan, it is a one size fits all, track day or airport limo.
Genesis Sport vs. Sport+ settings
Judas Priest - Riding On The Wind
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John Bond and the rise of Road & Track Magazine

Part 1: Luke Chennel - John Bond (1912-1989) and his wife Elaine bought the faltering magazine Road & Track in 1949. Over the course of his ownership and editorship, Bond built the magazine into a major cultural force. This presentation examines the dimensions that Bond engaged with his editorial viewpoint from a wholistic cultural lens. Bond built a durable version of car culture, the practices and values of which remain in many forms today, though under challenge from old and new trends in the automotive industry. 
Bond’s version of car enthusiasm stemmed directly from two sources: his education at the General Motors Institute and his enthusiasm for European racing. Road & Track’s coverage of the foreign motorsports scene for some time was the only widely available source material for an American audience.
Luke argues that Bond’s two decade editorship (1951-1972) of Road & Track created the foundational dimensions of traditional “car guy” culture, with its familiar and clubby atmosphere familiar to those “in the know,” but also acted in an exclusionary way to women, casual automobile and racing enthusiasts, and those who might have appreciated automobiles from other dimensions than their mechanical design or performance on certain tests.Finally, the presentation examines Bond’s version of car culture in a contemporary light, considering the roles of the changing nature of racing and its relationship to road vehicles, the renaissance in electric vehicles, and debates about mobility in the contemporary climate.
Part 2: Kristie Sojka - will explore the progression of gender representation within the time that John Bond owned and edited Road & Track magazine. It will examine all aspects of the publication between the years of 1951-1972, including cover art, article content, photographs, and advertising. The presentation will compare and contrast the first ten years of Bond’s editorship with the last ten years to identify any potential changes in female representation. With the historical perspective of developing gender politics of the time period, the presentation will consider whether these societal shifts had any impact on women’s representation within the pages of the publication.
Part 3: Ken Yohn - will explore car culture from an anthropological perspective, as a complex whole combining both behavior and the material objects integral to the behavior. This formulation of culture thus includes material artifacts, rituals, customs, language, beliefs, institutions, and techniques, among other elements. This presentation will address two main questions. As presented in Road & Track, what are the essential elements (behavior and artifacts) of car culture? Second, can we learn anything, or draw non-obvious conclusions about car culture by adopting this type of anthropological perspective?
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00:00 John Bond and the Rise of Road & Track
02:24 Luke Chennel's Personal Journey
03:51 John Bond's Influence on Car Culture
07:13 Bond's Vision for American Sports Cars
10:19 The Role of Racing in Car Development
15:07 Kristie Sojka on Gender Representation
23:56 Advertising and Gender in Road & Track
31:56 Disappointment in Female Representation
32:41 Dedication to John and Elaine
33:01 Ken Yon's Anthropological Perspective on Car Culture
34:12 Exploring Car Culture Through Different Lenses
37:01 Defining and Undefining Car Culture
43:11 Intergenerational Transfer in Car Culture
50:58 Q&A Session and Final Thoughts
57:34 Sponsors and Closing Remarks
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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.