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Resident Electric Vehicle Expert, John Voelcker, Talks the Best and Worst EV's of 2022 Dec 06, 2022

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John Voelcker, our resident EV expert, joins us on this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast for a 2022 year end update on what's happening in the world of electric vehicles. We talk about favorites like the Lucid Air and Hyundai G80 Electrified, along with some of his not-so-favorites, which we'll let him tell you about.

He then recounts a hilarious ride along experience in the Porsche Cayman GT4 E-performance race car, and even touches on that new Toyota Prius that everyone seems to be talking about!

Zack Klapman, Automotive Content Creator and Co-Host of The Smoking Tire, on the Hot Rod BBQ! Nov 29, 2022

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Zack Klapman has been in the automotive world for quite some time. From co-hosting on The Smoking Tire for both podcasts and video, to producing content for NBCSN, to being one hell of an automotive writer and storyteller, Zack has seemingly done it all. His non-traditional take on reviewing automobiles has allowed him to carve out a unique niche as he relates to both the vehicles and their owners in a fashion that everyone can relate to. On this week's Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Zack sits down with us to talk about his career, the industry, and the love hate relationship he has with his BMW e46 M3.

Old School or New School Four Wheel Drive System - Which is Better? Nov 22, 2022

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Over the years off-road capable SUVs and trucks have become complex machines. From electronic differentials and transfer cases to full-time all-wheel drives systems that are easy to operate but difficult to understand, these new 4x4s are supposed to be better in every way, but are they?

On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Mike Musto sits down with Ryan Douthit and Nick Cappetto of Drivings Sports TV, two guys who make a living reviewing OEM off-roaders, to see if newer is actually better, or if the older analog systems from yesteryear are the way to go!

Founder, Steve Sasaki, talks Power Tank, the Portable C02 On-board Air System on the HR BBQ! Nov 08, 2022

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If you're a follower of Hemmings media, then you'll no doubt know about our recently launched Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat build series, "Project RAMPART". The series follows our team as they convert a 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat into the ultimate track-side support vehicle. As a bonus, a benefit of doing a series like this are the amazing partners and products you're introduced to along the way. Case in point, the Power Tank portable C02 on-board air system. This is a product that we never knew we needed until it was introduced to us during our Durango build. In short, it takes the place of those plug-in air compressors by providing users with enough compressed air to operate small air tools, inflate tires and use power blow guns in off-road and track settings. On this week's Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ podcast, Power Tank founder Steve Sasaki, along with Media Manager Tyler Sasaki, sit down with us to explain how this amazing product was created, and what their plans are for the future.

Kevin Wesley, of Wesley Motorsports talks about MOPARS and the World of SEMA on the HR BBQ Podcast! Nov 01, 2022

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With more than 160,000 attendees, 5,600 displaying vendors, 1,000 display vehicles, and big-name OEMs in attendance, it's no wonder that the SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada, has been described by some, as the Super Bowl of car shows. However, while it may look glossy and glitzy on the outside, we will tell you from experience, that all that glitters, is not gold. You see, SEMA is not about running and driving vehicles in as much as it's about the "what if's" of the automotive world. On this week's Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Kevin Wesley of Wesley Motorsports joins us to talk about SEMA trends, both past and present, along with what it takes to bring a SEMA car to fruition in today's world of back ordered and ill-fitting parts.

Talking Tires and All-Wheel-Drive Systems on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ! Oct 25, 2022

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All-wheel-drive, four-wheel-drive, front-wheel-drive, or rear-wheel-drive. While most people think they know the differences between their cars drive systems, the truth is, they only touch the surface. The same goes for tires. There are all-seasons, snows, all weather, off-road, mud, high performance, truck, CUVs and SUVs. In short, before buying the perfect set of skins for your vehicle, there is actually quite a bit of research to do.

On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Ryan Douthit of Driving Sports TV sits down with host Mike Musto to discuss the differences between the drive systems as well as the tires that they deliver their power to.

Mike Musto and Neil Tjin on "Project RAMPART" | Hellcat Powered Race Support Vehicle Oct 18, 2022

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On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Host Mike Musto, and car designer Neil Tjin of Tjin Edition, talk about how Hemmings took a stock Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and transformed it into a full-on race support rig. From concept renderings to the fabrication of one-off tailor-made components, we dive headfirst into how Hemmings (with the help of Dodge and others) created one of the coolest Hellcats in existence.

Eddie Alterman, Chief Brand Officer for Hearst Autos on the Hot Rod BBQ! Oct 11, 2022

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There are so many different things to consider before purchasing a collector vehicle. First, you must decide on what you want. Second, you must make damn sure you can afford it. And third, you need to do as much research as you can to determine the hidden costs behind the emotional purchase you're about to make. On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, Eddie Alterman, Chief Brand Officer for Hearst Auto's talks with Mike Musto about how owning a collector vehicle can be one of the greatest experiences of your life, but only if it's done the right way. They touch on genre, technology, price point, and then ask the ultimate question – You gotta' a guy for that?

The Truth On Updating an Older Car on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ! Oct 04, 2022

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A few weeks ago, we did a podcast highlighting an upcoming Camaro build that we here at Hemmings were going to undertake. It was for a worn out 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z that we had purchased that was simply tired. It had an old rod-knocking 350 small-black, a worn-out suspension system, and although the transmission was good, it was an automatic which simply didn't flow with our idea of what a performance car should be. So, with the help of some great partners (Edelbrock, American Powertrain, Summit Racing, U.S. Radiator and more) we tore into it and rebuilt the sucker in the span of two weeks at our very own Sibley Garage up in Bennington, VT. We also filmed a killer YouTube series that's currently being edited together for your enjoyment, but that's going to take a minute. However, while you're waiting, we felt that y'all should be privy to what it takes to build a car in two weeks, as opposed to what the media will have you believe. On this week's Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ, we sit down with Producer Ryan Douthit, and Hemmings own Terry McGean to lend a little insight into the ups and downs of updating an older car in such a short period of time.

Jeff O'Neill, Founder of the Velocity Invitational at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca Sep 27, 2022

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For most of us, viewing vintage race cars from manufacturers like Maserati, McLaren, and Ferrari (along with others) happens only online. We see them on automotive websites, in magazines and of course in the occasional YouTube video. But now, thanks to Jeff O'Neil, Founder of the Velocity Invitational at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca, everyone with a ticket and a love for automobiles, can view these cars up close and in person.

But how does an event like this come together, and how on earth does one come to gather some of the rarest and most expensive vehicles in history in one place? On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ, Velocity Invitational founder Jeff O'Neil sits down with us to tell us how it's done!

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