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Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
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.
Jon recounts his recent trip to Mexico where he observed the proliferation of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and motorcycles. During his visit, he noted the dominance of Chinese brands like BYD, MG, and Vento, and their competitive pricing compared to traditional manufacturers like Nissan and Toyota. He discusses the implications of this market shift, citing specific experiences with BYD's durability and Vento's market presence. Jon also reflects on the broader impact of these emerging brands on established automakers and their potential future in global markets.
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00:00 Trip to Mexico: Unexpected Automotive Discoveries
00:56 Chinese EVs in Mexico
02:16 BYD: The New Player in Town
03:37 Nissan vs. Chinese Automakers
06:48 MG and Other Chinese Brands
12:21 Motorcycles in Mexico
14:56 Vento: The Surprising Leader
19:17 The Future of the Automotive Industry
25:12 Conclusion and Sponsorship
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Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
The Break/Fix Team returns from winter break, recounting Christmas gifts and updates on their personal cars. They talk about the automotive market, mentioning that EVs are becoming less popular, Nissan is facing severe financial issues, and Volkswagen is also experiencing leadership changes and data leaks. Acknowledging that we're halfway through the 2025 vehicle sales season, what is the state of the industry? Is there any truth to an "alleged collapse" on the horizon? Tune in to find out! ... In Episode #53 of The Drive Thru! our monthly news episode containing automotive, motorsports and entertaining random car-adjacent news.
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00:00:00 Automotive News and Comeback Songs00:01:27 Winter Recap and Car Repairs00:03:58 Car Market Trends and Financial Insights00:11:50 EV Market Challenges and Industry Predictions00:24:48 Volkswagen's Struggles and Industry Overview00:30:26 Data Privacy Concerns in the Automotive Industry00:34:28 Tesla's Cybertruck and EV Market Realities00:45:16 BMW's Badge Reversal and Dodge's Zombie Cars00:47:51 Chevy's Quiet Recall and Pedestrian Safety Rant00:49:51 Motorcycle Legend Mary McGee and VR6 Tombstones00:50:48 Renault's Hot Hatch and other Quirky French Cars00:53:48 Grey Market Classics: Top Picks and Debates01:02:14 Grandma's Burnout and Senna's Porsche Adventure01:11:03 Tesla's Recalls and Cybertruck Controversies01:20:25 F40 Carnage: A Tale of Two Wrecks01:23:25 Rich People Problems: Hypercars vs. Classic Cars01:28:44 Motorsports News: Hamilton, Ferrari, WRC, Sim Racing and More01:48:34 Final Thoughts and Announcements
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Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
The Screen to Speed Dream Team: Nina Hahn (@downforce_girl) and Esmeralda Beemsterboer (@esmeraldabeemsterboer) return to INIT Talks, to chat with Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) about their experiences at the Daytona 24-hour endurance race. The conversation details their challenges and strategies during the race, including incidents with pit entries and driving in mixed weather conditions. Nina & Esmeralda share their setups and preparations for the race, the dynamics of managing traffic on the track, and their personal experiences in sim racing versus real-world racing. They also discuss upcoming events and their thoughts on various racing simulators, including iRacing and Assetto Corsa Competizione; along with some thoughts on the new AC EVO. They also discuss their plans and aspirations for the Dream Team and Nina and Esmeralda's individual goals within the realm of sim racing. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00:00 Daytona 24 Race Recap: Nina's Experience
00:02:47 Daytona 24 Race Recap: Esmeralda's Experience
00:04:05 Challenges and Incidents During the Race
00:12:38 Managing Traffic and Race Strategy
00:17:15 Team Dynamics and Learning Experiences
00:20:11 Pit Lane Dramas and Funny Moments
00:26:49 Preparation and Setup for the Race
00:29:28 Adjusting to the New Tire Update
00:30:11 Setup Preferences and Team Dynamics
00:31:44 Future Plans with Dream Team
00:33:38 Discussing Sebring and Spa Events
00:35:00 Exploring Car Preferences and Driving Styles
00:35:37 GTP vs. LMP2: Pros and Cons
00:38:44 Endurance Racing Strategies
00:42:31 First Impressions of AC Evo
00:53:57 Plans for 2025 and Beyond
01:02:35 Closing Remarks and Thank You
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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.
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Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
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's focus is on the Ferrari F80, its market dynamics, allocation process, and the challenges faced by customers in securing these exclusive models. He also touches on other exotic cars and their market trends, emphasizing the significant value and investment required to own such elite vehicles.
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00:00 Introduction to Ferrari Fridays
00:33 Shoutouts and Sponsors
01:46 New Year Resolutions and Personal Updates
03:04 Deep Dive into the Ferrari F80
08:13 Market Trends and Allocation Challenges
13:02 Comparisons with Other Hypercars
22:52 Concluding Thoughts and Future Episodes
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Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
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 reflects on his experiences and the evolving landscape of automotive safety. He delves into the presentation by the airbag manufacturer Autoliv, exploring the company's innovations and their impact on global car safety. Jon also shares his thoughts on the tension between safety measures and the freedom of driving, recounting personal anecdotes and observations on motorcycle riding, driver behavior, and regulatory environments. The episode covers the history and future trends in automotive technology, the role of organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers, and the broader implications of vehicle autonomy and electrification.
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2001: A Space Odyssey
Autoliv have half of the global airbag market
The venue - Nordic Innovation House
Similar event to the Hawkwind and Lidar pod
Sven Beiker and SAE Mobilus
Know Thine Enemy ?
Safety Fast, not Safety Fast
The Motorcycle Helmet law debate - personal choice, or the state’s right to dictate what you do
Harley Davidson Roadglide digression
Smoking while riding
Barry Sheene’s smoking helmet
Ned Ludd
Saving 35,000 lives a year, targeting 100,000
Safety is a Sherman Tank for the School Run
Freedom and Freedumb are a trade off
Waymo now (Q4 ‘24) functional in San Francisco, despite the odd phantom driver
The Roi de Belge opera seating position and Leopold of Belgium
Becker Limos
Vis a Vis seating
The cliche’d image of the Car of The Future
Freedumb makes you happy - exposing yourself to irrational danger makes you fullfilled
Exposure to risk makes it an adventure
Parrallels between dogs and bikes
Honda CBR Racebike lives again
An embarrassing fall
Bikini chicks and celebrities
Forgetting to switch on the CBR fuel tap
A eulogy on doing hard things because they are hard
Analysis and Statistics suck the Joy out of motoring
Running Wild - Free Wind Rider
SAE and Standards
Hanna Karlssen
Bunac Student Exchange program
Active Safety vs. Passive Safety
$5 milliseconds to get an airbag inflated
Only 10ms for side impact airbags
The Door Hit; Keith Odor, Mike Hawthorn, JD McDuffie
Airbags for big rigs, safely rolling 18 wheelers
Airbags in bikes (!!!)
Pedestrian airbags in the cowl
Run over by a grey Citroen BX
“We Must Design For Free Flying Objects in the Cabin”
Steering Wheel Cover design
Zoox Fireside Seating (new words for Vis A Vis)
Safety Focus on Low Speed Prangs
Blocking and Tackling of safety - seat belt positions, design of cars noses
Saxon - Forever Free
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Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Established in 2017, Operation Motorsport promotes the physical, emotional, psychological, and educational life skills necessary for recovery and reintegration of our veterans into civilian life through Motorsports.
Operation Motorsport has three distinct roles: to provide motorsport as a recovery activity, to provide training and qualifications to return beneficiaries to work, and as relationship managers to the motorsports industry for vocational opportunities for ill and injured service members and disabled veterans.
And with us tonight is COO & Treasurer for Operation Motorsport Jason Leach to tell us all about their rehabilitation and outreach program.
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00:00 Operation Motorsport: Mission and Roles
00:57 Meet Jason Leach: COO and Treasurer
01:40 The Genesis of Operation Motorsport
03:46 Jason's Journey into Motorsports
05:53 Operation Motorsport's Footprint and Partnerships
10:34 Motorsports Immersion Program
13:08 Diversionary Therapy: eMotorsports and iRacing
19:12 Challenges and Support for Veterans in Motorsports
26:50 The Importance of Teamwork in Motorsport
28:26 Challenges and Opportunities in NASCAR
30:03 Joining Operation Motorsport
33:06 Supporting Veterans Through Motorsport
35:36 Volunteer Opportunities and Corporate Sponsorship
41:15 Future Plans and Events
47:58 Fundraising and Community Engagement
49:09 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Beitske Visser is a professional racing driver from the Netherlands. She is best known for her versatility across multiple racing disciplines, including single-seaters, touring cars, and endurance racing. Visser began her motorsport career in karting before transitioning to open-wheel racing, where she competed in the Formula BMW Talent Cup and ADAC Formel Masters, achieving multiple race wins and podiums.
In 2019, Visser gained international recognition as a front-runner in the W Series, a single-seater championship exclusively for women. She finished as the championship runner-up in its inaugural season, solidifying her status as one of the top female racers in the world. Her consistency and speed in the series earned her a reputation for being a tough competitor.
Beyond the W Series, Visser has also competed in endurance racing, including the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) and the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. She has driven for renowned teams such as BMW Motorsport, competing in GT and endurance categories.
Visser is highly regarded for her technical understanding of racing and her ability to adapt to different car types, from single-seaters to GT and endurance machinery. She continues to build on her successful racing career, competing at a high level in multiple international championships. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00 Meet Beitske Visser: A Racing Prodigy
01:19 Karting Beginnings and Early Success
02:46 Transition to Formula Racing
04:34 Challenges and Triumphs with Red Bull
06:35 From Formula Renault to GT Racing
09:38 Endurance Racing and the W Series
15:45 Sim Racing and the Impact of COVID-19
27:40 Future Aspirations and Advice for Aspiring Racers
36:38 Conclusion and Acknowledgements
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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.
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
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.
This episode covers reflections on the evolving nature of historical storytelling and its importance, and how society currently undervalues historians as Jon delves into the intersection of history and modern automotive technology. He discusses his recent experience at the Automobility User Interfaces 2024 conference held at Stanford. He also elaborates on different themes from the conference, including vehicle user interfaces, autonomous driving and its interaction with humans, the role of dynamic lighting in vehicles, and the intriguing functionalities of future car designs. Special mention is given to his keynote participation alongside Dr. Barbara Karanian, where they encapsulated elements from their Stanford teaching course, 'ME236 - Tales to Design Cars By.' The show encapsulates the forward-thinking discussions at the conference on the future of personal mobility, user interface developments, and maintaining the essence of traditional automobiles amidst rapid technological changes.
00:00:00 Conference Overview: Automobility User Interfaces 2024
00:00:56 The Role of Historians in Modern Contexts
00:01:47 Reflections on the Value of Storytellers and Historians
00:02:39 Stanford Conference Experience
00:03:47 Keynote Speech with Barbara Karanian
00:07:28 The Importance of Storytelling in Academia
00:08:36 Generational Shifts in Car Enthusiasm
00:11:23 The Evolution of Autonomous Vehicle Research
00:43:14 Challenges in Autonomous Driving
00:48:06 Sustainability and Future Mobility Solutions
00:52:40 Pedestrian Safety Measures
00:55:19 Eco Driving and Autonomous Vehicles
00:56:45 Urban Mobility and Infrastructure
00:59:07 Personal Reflections on Driving Changes
01:02:08 Autonomous Vehicle Research Highlights
01:22:04 Pro Social Behavior in Micro Mobility
01:37:40 Bystander Effect in Autonomous Buses
01:41:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
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.
David Murry whose career began in Formula Fords, leading to the Sports Renault series. While driving everything he could get his hands on from 1981 to 1991, he won numerous races and the 1985 Sports Renault Championship. 1991 saw the beginning of David’s long term relationship with manufacturers like Lotus, Porsche and BMW contracting him to drive the infamous BMW M3-GTR. And in 1998 he began his journey to win at LeMans with 4 attempts from 1998 through 2011.
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00:00 David Murry's Early Racing Career
02:45 Journey to Le Mans
04:00 First IMSA Race and Sponsorship Struggles
05:11 Breakthrough with Porsche
06:27 Testing and Qualifying for Le Mans
08:09 First Le Mans Experience
09:52 Challenges and Lessons at Le Mans
22:19 Return to Le Mans in 2000
25:55 The Art of Racing: GT vs LMP Drivers
27:31 The Rise of Audi at Le Mans
30:43 Challenges and Triumphs: Racing in the Rain
31:50 Reflections on Racing with Andy Pilgrim
33:48 The Evolution of Racing Technology
36:49 A Decade Later: Returning to Le Mans
45:09 The Future of Racing and Personal Endeavors
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Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
In Episode 36, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya (@LoveFortySix) welcomes Lena Bee (Lalena Bee) to INIT Talks. Lena is a sim-racer with Team Beehive and has been passionate about racing since childhood. Her love for racing began when her father introduced her to sim racing, and they spent countless hours playing classic titles like IndyCar by Papyrus, Gran Turismo, and GP2. Currently, she is focused primarily on iRacing, where she continues chasing new goals on the virtual track. She is also a sound engineer, singer, songwriter, and producer, which has led to some interesting opportunities within the Sim Racing world.
Lena talks about her other passions—fashion and cosplay are a big part of her personality. Heavily influenced by Japanese Pop Culture, she definitely stands out in a crowd. She showcases a lot of her work on Instagram. Whether behind the wheel or in the studio, She is always creating and pushing herself to new limits. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now!
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00:00:00 Meet Lena Bee: Sim Racer, Cosplayer, and Sound Designer00:01:11 Exploring Thailand's Car Culture00:07:36 Lena's BMW Project Car00:13:32 From Real Racing to Sim Racing00:15:00 Journey into Sim Racing and Streaming00:23:49 Favorite Cars and Racing Series00:28:54 The World of Gaming Sound Design00:32:56 Gaining Confidence in Streaming and Racing00:33:27 Balancing Multiple Roles: Streamer, Cosplayer, and Game Sound Designer00:33:50 Challenges of Streaming and Racing Simultaneously00:35:04 The Importance of Dynamic Hobbies00:35:49 Returning to Twitch and Overcoming Technical Issues00:37:30 Experiences with iRacing and New Features00:41:44 Discussing Car Preferences and Racing Strategies00:52:07 Future Plans for Social Media and Content Creation00:59:41 Travel Experiences and Aspirations01:01:25 Advice for Women in Car Culture and Sim Racing01:03:13 Conclusion and Social Media Links
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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.
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
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.
Sometimes we can go a bit off the rails in an episode, here's some additional content from the Group B Rally discussion that didn't quite fit in the main episode. Enjoy this Pit Stop minisode.
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00:00 Technical Challenges and Overcoming Them
00:50 Origins and Evolution of Rallying
02:25 Favorite Rally Events and Stages
05:39 Classic Car Stories and Group B
08:45 Audi's Legacy in Motorsports
10:15 Building the Ultimate Rally Team
10:55 The Risk of Rally Drivers
11:16 Consistency vs. Speed
11:49 Choosing the Best Drivers
12:11 The Versatility of Rally Drivers
13:28 The Legacy of Group B
16:15 Modern Rally Legends
19:04 The Complexity of Rally Scoring
19:35 Best of the Bay Event
20:33 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
Tuesday Jan 07, 2025
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.
On this episode Jon Summers invites Crew Chief Eric from Break/Fix Podcast to debate "Who Was Best" in the 1980s Group B Rally. Was it: Audi, Lancia or Peugeot?
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00:00:00 Group B Rallying: A Technological Revolution
00:02:07 The Golden Era of Rally: Group B
00:03:01 The Role of Producers in Reality TV and Motorsport
00:03:56 Setting the Scene: Group B Rally Cars
00:06:19 The Evolution of Group B Rally Cars
00:11:06 The Impact of Group B on Motorsport
00:35:04 The Rise of Lancia and the Delta S4
00:43:29 Ford's Struggle and the RS200
00:47:21 The Legacy of Group B and Its Cars
00:49:33 Group B Disbandment and Nostalgia
00:50:15 The Influence of Virtual World on Group B
00:50:47 Personal Connection to Rallying
00:51:36 The Evolution of Rally Cars in Games
00:52:35 Analyzing Group B Cars' Performance
00:54:20 Best Car of the Group B Era
00:56:30 Legendary Drivers of Group B
00:57:13 Hannu Mikkola: The Comeback King
01:05:33 Michele Mouton: Breaking Barriers
01:12:33 Ari Vatanen: The Artistry of Drift
01:19:42 The Tragic End of Group B
01:32:22 Legacy and Modern Rallying
01:36:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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