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Elio Motors: An Update Sep 17, 2015

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As Elio pushes its production schedule back yet again, more and more former fans are turning into bitter skeptics. So what's the scoop? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the future of Elio Motors.

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Motorcycle Chariot Racing Sep 08, 2015

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True story: Sometime back in the 1920s, some guys got together and said "Let's race chariots, but, you know, with motorcycles instead of horses" -- and motorcycle chariot racing was born.

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Ben's Mystery Show #3 Sep 04, 2015

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When Ben asks Scott and Super Producer Noel whether they pick up hitchikers or other stranded pedestrians, the show touches upon some unexpectedly profound moral issues.

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Scott's Mystery Show #3 Sep 02, 2015

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In this episode, Scott brings a surprise topic to the table: What would your non-daily driver be? You know, a utility vehicle, a high-powered exotic, the classic garage darling ... what would you choose? Tune in to see what they pick.

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The Datsun Fairlady Aug 27, 2015

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The Datsun Sports - also known as the Fairlady - was produced from 1959 up until 1970. This series of roadsters is often considered the predecessor to the Z-car. Join Scott and Ben as the explore the history of Datsun Sports.

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What are Rolligon tires? Aug 25, 2015

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They've been described as gigantic watermelons attached to otherwise unremarkable vehicles, and you can even watch these tires roll over a person without harming them. But what exactly are Rolligons? Whatever happened to them?

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What the heck is auto polo? Aug 20, 2015

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You know, polo: the thing with the horses and the jumped-up croquet mallets. In the early 1900s some curious car enthusiasts said "Hey, why don't we give this a go with these newfangled carriages instead of horses?" And, with that, the brutal sport known as "auto polo" was born. So whatever happened to it? Can you play today?

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The Mickey Thompson Story Aug 18, 2015

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Marion Lee Thompson - better known as Mickey, was an off-road and racing legend, a mechanical genius and a gifted entrepreneur. Join Scott and Ben as they explore the innovations, failures and successes of Mickey Thompson.

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The Smokey Yunick Story Aug 13, 2015

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Mechanic, designer, visionary: it's tough to put a label on Smokey Yunick. Listen in as the guys explore his role in NASCAR, his history, and the legacy he's left to modern racing.

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Natural Gas Trucks - Coming To A Street Near You Aug 11, 2015

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It's true - liquefied and compressed natural gas may soon become a mainstream fuel source for everything from garbage trucks to the local city bus. But why? Tune in to learn more with Scott and Ben.

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