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#167 Steve Saleen: Bringing Race-Proven Performance to the Street Aug 25, 2019

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The Business of Super Cars With an incredible race history with the performance design and build of the Saleen Mustang to one of the world's most renowned super cars, the Saleen S7, CEO & Founder Steve Saleen has carved out a reputation that truly ranks with the most celebrated performance vehicle designers in history. Mr. Saleen’s entrepreneurial business plan laid the groundwork for an entire new industry of design, engineering, manufacturing, and sales of high-performance vehicles that were race-proven and marketed for sales through showrooms nationwide. His impeccable attention to detail while observing a business acumen is like no other. Additional Builds and Hollywood Other significant accomplishments include the paint and sub-assembly of the Dodge Viper, supercharged Harley Davidson Ford F150 and the construction of the first “running’ Camaro for its introduction in the movie “Transformer”. Numerous Hollywood films have featured Saleen vehicles, including “Fast and Furious”, “Bruce Almighty”, “Transformers” (as the Decepticon “Barricade”) and “Ironman.” Mr. Saleen has recently upped the game in the automotive world with the introduction of the Saleen 1, the mid-engine sports car with super car credentials. As the “History Channel” program pointed out, Steve Saleen is part of a trio of “legendary” performance car builders alongside Enzo Ferrari and Ferdinand Porsche.

#166 Auto Parts Experts Talk Rotating Electric: Tips for Under Hood Success Aug 18, 2019

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Under Hood Rotating Electric While technology is certainly blazing away, there have been some changes to these age old components of your vehicle, the starter and alternator. As the alternator has made advancements in certain vehicle platforms by incorporating the on board computer in circuit as well as clutch style pulley systems, these parts can often be misdiagnosed, creating an in bay comeback or a frustrating weekend at home working on your ride making multiple trips to the parts house. Back to Basics On this special technical edition of the show, we are going to uncover some of the common areas of alternator and starter misdiagnosis and review some of those technical service bulletins that can help us before we head down the wrong path. With special guests, Jim Crosson of Parts Authority https://bit.ly/PartsAuthorityLocations and Jeff Johnson of Motor Car Parts of America https://bit.ly/MotorcarPartsAmerica come join us for some insight and education on one of the most common automotive repairs going down in the service bay or at home in your garage

Luxury Car Condos Meets Racetrack Aug 11, 2019

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The Ultimate Vehicular Hangout There is a quiet movement among car enthusiasts across the country regarding the storage of their prized possessions. Add to that, the serious demand for a club like environment with high end amenities from luxury lounges and service facilities, to an actual racetrack to rev your wheels and vehicular soul. From earthquake proof storage facilities in Los Angeles, to the sprawling acreage to lay out your horsepower inner beast of McLaren, Ferrari or Mustang, welcome the Apex Motor Club in Arizona https://bit.ly/ApexMotorClub, where car condos meet racetrack. One of a Kind. From Rest to Race. The ability to open up the throttle and get to the inner depths of the soul and spirit of a well-crafted rolling machine. The freedom to express all aspects of performance, and your race skill set through your investment, is a release of pride and joy. Teaming up as co-founders of Apex Motor Club are Jason Plotke, a 20-year automotive industry veteran, and Matt Williams, a 14-year automotive entertainment industry veteran, who brilliantly put together one of the premier world class racetracks complete with luxury car condos, country club amenities and exclusive racing events https://bit.ly/ApexMotorClub. Join us as we discuss behind the scenes of the build out of a race track combined with a concept for one of the most exclusive car condos in the country!

#164 Police and Automotive Pros Team Up for Youth Outreach Aug 04, 2019

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An Age Old Problem Youth involvement in gangs is a serious problem across the country, whether you’re in a big city or the land of suburbia. You see gang graffiti firsthand, and usually glance over it, becoming numb to the blight and crime. MS-13, the mark of an international criminal gang organization, seems to be in the headlines just about every week as the federal government, and a multitude of states across the country, work to eliminate their presence. From Gang Graffiti to Automotive Repair and Car Customization Police departments are stretched thin for resources, yet officers all across our country create or volunteer to help their community. We are excited to share with you, Dragg Racing Against Gangs & Graffiti (DRAGG) https://bit.ly/DRAGGTeam. It's not a big ‘ole horsepower run down a street called Broadway in the middle of the night, in all actuality, DRAGG is an incredible after school program for teens. Currently in the cities of Oxnard, CA and Phoenix, AZ, and coming soon to Los Angeles, police officers and folks from the automotive industry mentor at-risk high school students, giving them a viable alternative to a life of gangs and graffiti. Guests DRAGG Executive Director Sargeant Woodruff, with the Oxnard Police Department, and Officer Teerink with the Phoenix Police Department, talk about the successes and impact the DRAGG program are having on young people. Follow them on Instagram or Twitter.

#163 Those Ridiculous Driving Habits That Drive You Crazy Jul 28, 2019

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Please and Thank You Mom always said from our early years say "Thank You" and "Please," a staple of the basics towards being neighborly and thoughtful of the people around us. Over time, many of us have lost that principle of life to certain degree and in some cases all together, especially when driving our vehicles. Can we blame the time constraints of our crazy schedules that have us running around without taking time out to remember to slow our thought processes down and focus on this important activity, particularly when we are behind the wheel of what could turn into a maniacal road rage incident or worse yet, a disastrous collision with the loss of precious life? You’re Not Alone The fact is we are all culprits of distracted driving to some degree or another and the multitude of things that we can perform behind the wheel that can create an annoying or selfish act towards our fellow road warriors has unfortunately gotten worse. Is this attributed to technology, that is actually designed to help us, or that attention span, since we are so focused on other things that seem to be more important to us, and not being “present” to this moment that could go bad in a NY minute? We take a look at some of the most annoying driving behaviors and talk with our guest who knows first hand the tragedy of distracted driving. Barbara Hoffman, Executive Director of Red Means Stop Traffic Safety Alliance, stops by to share her story of losing her son Michael from a tragic red light runner and how she has campaigned diligently for safer driving habits and roadways.

#162 Bruce Canepa : Race History & Collector Car Restoration Jul 21, 2019

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The Need for Design & Speed When we think of speed and the movement of horsepower and race vehicle designs on the track, history has proven that many can truly compete and dominate. From the early years of 1867, races were organized to prove time trials among man and machine, and ultimately progressed to competition with manufacturers, as specialist cars were designed for maximum speed. Throughout race history, from Sprint Cars to NASCAR, to IMSA, and the famed Monaco Grand Prix, this common mantra runs through the racing bloodline across the globe. Porsche Life: The Racing Intensity & History of Bruce Canepa Among the storied history of race legends and designs, there exists a common pursuit of attention to detail and the drive for an impeccable approach to win. From the 2001 Truck Hill Climb of Pikes Peak record breaking run, to pairing up with motorsports icons Rick Mears and Monte Shelton at the 24 Hours of Daytona, then co-driving with Gianpiero Moretti in the famous MOMO team Porsche 935 at Daytona, Mid Ohio, and Riverside in 1980-81, Bruce closed out the 1980's successfully competing in his own Porsche 962 at West Coast IMSA events. In 1988, he purchased his first Porsche 959 and began development of the U.S. legal version. We are honored to have Bruce Canepa, CEO of Canepa Group Inc., https://bit.ly/BruceCanepa, as this week’s special guest to explore his life of racing, design, restoration and the Canepa Museum, a section of the 70,000 sq.ft. Canepa facility.

#161 The Soaring Growth of Electric Vehicles in China Jul 14, 2019

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A Multitude of Car Brands & Chinese Electric Vehicle Growth. As the behemoth of the automotive marketplace, China has an impressive amount of vehicles on the road, as well as vehicles sold on a yearly output basis. The population and middle class boom of recent years has set an unprecedented rate of growth and development of infrastructure to keep up with demand. The vehicle marketplace, specifically in the electric vehicle space, has exploded and China has taken the world stage with how it decides to provide a more efficient way moving forward for the future of transportation, pollution and global commerce. The Vehicular Streets of Beijing. At one point in time, the Chinese elite and wealthy were the privileged few to actually own any major mode of vehicle transportation. With the advent of China's years past economic boom and growth, it is more common place for the average person to own a vehicle, which ,like many cities across the world, has contributed to heavy traffic, congestion and pollution. The need for a more reliable future, independent from crude oil relationships and a more environmentally responsible leap in to the future, China has developed and currently dominates the electric vehicle market. With special guest Hong Kong based journalist & reporter, Echo Huang , https://bit.ly/EchoHuang we explore the fascinating electric vehicle market of China.

#160 The Spectacular Automotive Art of Princess Vidita Singh Jul 06, 2019

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From Sea to Global Shining Sea. A Worldwide Energy of Automotive Culture. Many feel that the center of the world for all things automotive and culture is right here in the good old United States. The abundance of automotive creativity and reinvention is never-ending and seems to continually progress from generation to generation, inspiring and invigorating all from coast to coast, and globally. A worldwide movement churning ideas and invention from creative builds and designs, to the color and vibrancy of renowned artists who painstakingly translate rolling pieces of art to wonderful works translated on canvas. Her Royal Highness and Automotive Artist Vidita Singh One of the first automotive artists to represent the beautiful, fascinating and diverse country of India, is Princess Vidita Singh of Barwani, India, https://bit.ly/ViditaAutomotiveArt, who represents stunning works of vehicle art that has been showcased across the globe. She was raised in a family of automotive enthusiasts. Her father H.H. Rana Manvendra Singh, is a pioneer in the field of automotive restoration, a published automotive historian, and the driving force behind the Cartier Concours d’Elegance. We are honored to have Princess Singh calling into the show for what will be a fascinating interview!

#159 Summer Road Trip Tips Jun 29, 2019

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The Timeless Family Classic, the Road Trip. We often think of road trips as a time to get away, visit relatives and friends and set off for the freedom of the road. Packing items that will keep the kiddos occupied and a few snacks while maybe having a mechanic glance at a few things like the basics of tires , oil level and condition, and a few safety items like brakes and all exterior lighting. But is this truly enough? The Deep Discovery of Mechanical Concerns. While receiving an oil service and basic inspection is a great start, is this enough? More importantly, what are you truly looking for from vehicle to vehicle during certain mileage intervals? The owner's manual does a pretty good job of laying out a road map of what items should be checked off at specific mileage points, but how many actually read it? Then there are the vital recall and service bulletins that may affect upcoming repairs, or that latest program to the onboard computer that could affect the operation of a multitude of systems, including how well mpg is produced? The Inspection Story You Need to Know from the Service Bays. There are hundreds of articles online regarding road trip tips and how to keep your vehicle safe and reliable. We get it. But how many of these truly bring in a perspective of what mechanics are seeing in the service bays that are true testimonials of what can go wrong and how to avoid it? We attempt to make sense of it all and provide a deeper look into some of the worst case scenarios that could play out during a road trip. You will hear real world experiences in the service bays while performing hundreds of road trip inspections. We are honored to have Bill Nalu, talented technician and garage owner of Interstate Auto Care in Madison Heights, MI https://bit.ly/InterstateAutoCare join us for highlights of specific mechanical disasters you can avoid that go above the basic routine of a quick check.

#158 Nick Sutton The DeLorean Story Jun 22, 2019

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Ambition and Greed The fascinating, and at times, poorly understood life of one of the most scandalous stories in automobile manufacturing history has John DeLorean sitting perched high atop the list of tragic outcomes. The story of the General Motors rising executive who would ultimately go on to pursue his dream of creating a cutting edge car company, DMC (DeLorean Motor Company), is riddled with accounts of both ambition and greed. Who was the man behind what generations of car enthusiasts have come to know as the mysterious "Back to the Future" car? DMC Factory Employee #16 Tells All Author Nick Sutton, The DeLorean Story - The Car, The People, The Scandal, https://amzn.to/2ML7nNv, worked for the Belfast plant of DeLorean from the start of the program in 1978 and finished two weeks before the DeLorean gates were locked for good in January 1983. His role was to coordinate design release and supplier selection from Lotus Cars who had agreed to develop the DeLorean under contract between John DeLorean and Colin Chapman, Chairman of Lotus Cars. Nick Sutton joins us from Chicago before he attends the Midwest Premiere of the documentary movie Framing John DeLorean. We chat about one of the most compelling accounts of automotive history.

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