Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast

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Revamping a Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z , on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast! Sep 20, 2022

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Back in the mid-1980s, classic muscle cars weren't that cool, there were just old. Cars like Bandit Trans Am's, Chargers, AMXs… sure, they had a following, but they weren't sought after like today. Carburetors gave way to fuel-injection, and it seemed like every new car sold had air conditioning and power windows.

And while late 1980s tech was cool 35-years ago, today, it could use an upgrade. That's why we here at Hemmings have decided to revamp a 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z with a new EFI crate engine, a slick new 5-speed transmission, along with a host of other goodies. On this episode of the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, host Mike Musto and Hemmings Terry McGean tell you why we chose this iconic Camaro and give you a little insight into the 6-part video series that you'll soon see on the Hemmings YouTube channel.

Automotive Content Creator, Omar Rana on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Sep 13, 2022

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Being a digital content creator in the automotive world isn't easy. For starters, there's an enormous amount of competition throughout what seems like and endless number of platforms. Then there are the ever-changing algorithms and content constraints that hold you back. And don't even get us started on the process of procuring vehicles and personalities, and then crafting stories around each in the hopes that your audience enjoys them.

Omar Rana of Omar Drives is no stranger to tackling these obstacles, and as such, he's created some of the best automotive content out there. On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ, Omar sits down with us to talk about content creation, along with some newly announced vehicles like the Dodge Charger EV, and Toyota's new hot-hatch, the Corolla GR!

Road Trips and Cadillacs with the Head of Special Projects for the ID Agency, Vinny Russo Sep 06, 2022

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What are you waiting for? I mean, what is the point of spending all that time, money, and energy on a vehicle if you don't use it? I've had this conversation countless times over the years with enthusiasts and collectors who, for some reason, refuse to drive their vehicles in the manner for which they were designed, and quite honestly it drives me nuts. My buddy Vinny Russo, however, is not that guy. In fact, he's the opposite, which is why we're such good friends. His forever car is his white over teal, 1965 Cadillac Calais, and trust me when I tell you, if this man could be transformed into a car, this would be it. Vinny has also worked with some of the biggest names in the automotive world. Companies like Lamborghini, Maserati, Spyker, and Hennessey, have all employed his services so when he speaks, you should listen.

On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ, we sit down with Vinny to talk about the beauty of road-tripping vintage vehicles, along with classic motorcycles and his love for the Toyota Land Cruiser.

Elana Scherr, Senior Features Editor at Car & Driver on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Aug 30, 2022

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It's always a treat when our friend and Senior Features Editor at Car & Driver, Elana Scherr joins us on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ, and on this week's episode we cover a lot of topics. From our experiences at this year's car week at Pebble Beach down in Monterey, California, to the new Dodge Charger Daytona EV, to the new Nissan Z Performance and Ford Mustang Mach 1. Folks, this week's show is packed full of stuff.

So, grab a beverage or sit back in your favorite easy chair, 'cause the BBQ is about to begin!

Classic Trucks and SUV Values on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Aug 23, 2022

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Big, rugged, and reliable, classic American trucks and early SUVs are some of the most sought-after vehicles in the collector car market. And while most were used as either work vehicles or family haulers, there were a few that escaped the rigors of everyday life and instead, were driven sparingly for future generations and collectors to enjoy. On this episode of the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, host Mike Musto sits down with Hemmings own, Terry McGean to talk about values, models, features, and how these classic trucks slot into the collector vehicle marketplace.

Lyle Brummer, SpeedKore's Director of Design, on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast. Aug 16, 2022

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When it comes to engineering and crafting carbon fiber bodied resto-mods, it goes without saying that the SpeedKore Performance Group is at the forefront. Their latest creation, a 1968 Dodge Charger, dubbed Hellucination was constructed for none other than Ralph Gilles, the Head of Design for Stellantis. On the outside, its full carbon-fiber body is nothing short of breathtaking, and when it comes to the interior, that's a work of art as well. Then there's the engine, a 1,000-horsepower 6.2L supercharged Hellephant HEMI V8 from Dodge that propels it forward. In short, this Charger is one of the most beautiful and well-built one-offs that we've ever seen.

To give everyone a deep dive into not only SpeedKore and their technology, but the Hellucination Charger as well, we welcome Lyle Brummer, SpeedKore's Director of Design to this week episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast.

Living the MOPAR Life with Historian David Hakim, on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Aug 09, 2022

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When it comes to Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler, there are few individuals out there more knowledgeable than David Hakim. You could say that he was destined to be tied to the brands growing up, as his uncle owned a Chrysler / Plymouth dealership in Detroit in the early 1970s. Icons like Sox and Martin, and cars like the Mopar and Motown Missile, were commonplace to David. To add, he then cut his teeth on his first car, a 1971 383 powered, Plymouth Roadrunner.

On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, we sit down with David, a lifelong Motor City resident, as he takes us through the history of Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth in their heyday. We also talk about the history of Direct Connection, Dodge's newly relaunched and iconic parts initiative, a hear a few amazing Detroit stories from back when muscle cars ruled the streets.

Driving Sports TV, Ryan Douthit, Talks 2022 Ford Lightning on the Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Aug 02, 2022

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With 320-miles of range, on-board bed scales, AND the fact that it can be used to power your home or job site, the new 2022 Ford Lightning pickup truck is set to redefine what the world thinks an EV truck can be. With that said, we were left wondering how the new Lightning would perform under real world conditions, and not those that came from a brochure. To find out we called our friend Ryan Douthit of Driving Sports TV on YouTube, as he recently conducted one of the most comprehensive and thorough video reviews (*Click here to watch) we've seen to date. That said, sit back, relax and take a listen as Ryan Douthit answers all of Mike Musto's questions and more on the new 2022 Ford Lightning pickup truck.

Restoration Doesn't Have to Be Scary, on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast Jul 26, 2022

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For many, restoration is a scary word. It evokes thoughts of high cost, ill-fitting parts, and anxiety that can drive any automotive enthusiast to the brink of madness. There are also those questions that one must ask themselves regarding what kind of restoration they're going to undertake. For instance, is the vehicle in question going to be a driver, a hot rod, or a performance car? Do you have the skill set or do you know of qualified technicians that help you achieve your goal? And then there's the money, oh man… the money. This week on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast, host Mike Musto sits down with podcast producer and enthusiast Nick Cappetto to discuss the dos and don'ts and automobile restoration as it pertains to both seasoned enthusiasts and first timers alike.

Road Tripping the Right Way, on the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ Podcast! Jul 19, 2022

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Is there anything better than cramming your entire family into 140 square feet of space, and then taking them on a cross country jaunt? If you grew up between 1950, and well, now, the odds of you embarking on a road trip with your loved ones was pretty good. These trips used to take place in station wagons (remember those?), but nowadays, families have evolved, and in place of the wagon now, sits all manner of high-end SUV or better still, the minivan.

Believe it or not, but this is a good thing as todays vehicles not only coddle families and passengers in pure comfort, but they make our open road excursions easier and more fun for just about everyone due to advanced technology, fuel economy and yes, even safety. On this episode of the Hemmings Hot Rod BBQ podcast, host Mike Musto sits down with colleague Mike Austin to discuss the art of doing the road trip right!

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