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January 21, 2019 On Location Podcasts

FCCS -That Dude in Blue -Dave Patterson

Enjoy our third episode highlighting the Future Classic Cars show held every year in Scottsdale Arizona produced by ClassicCars.com. We spent some time with David Patterson, That Dude in Blue, YouTube https://www.youtube com/channel/UCvLaRcvwQq4RCX-ER_zEG5w and how he got inspired to dive deep into car culture. Also sharing his thoughts about the future of car enthusiasts and the buzz that is going on today within younger generations and their unique ability to be creative within the automotive space. Head over to our page and check out our weekly shows! http://www.wrenchnation.tv/
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January 19, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Radio Show

#138 Land Speed Record

The fascinating thrill of dominating the world’s land speed record in the 60’s. Craig Breedlove & the Spirit of America – Sonic Arrow, challenged many who were chasing the coveted speed record. We are honored to have Samuel Hawley – Author of Ultimate Speed: The Fast Life and Extreme Cars of Racing Legend Craig Breedlove. He will share the next move for Craig Breedlove!
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January 17, 2019 On Location Podcasts

2019 Future Classics Car Show -Alan Taylor & Roger Falcione

When you think about most car show events that happen all over the country, you think of the old school classic hot rods or muscle cars. With our third part of the Future Classic Cars Show series we meet up with the visionary of the FCCS, President/CEO of @ClassicCars.com Roger Falcione, along with Alan Taylor of the popular podcast @The Drive. Roger shares his passion about why it was so important to create a car show that combines all demographics (old school meets new school ) and the […]
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January 17, 2019 On Location Podcasts

2019 Future Classics Car Show -Nick Calderone

As we continue highlighting the awesome 2019 Future Classic Cars Show, we spend some time with Nick Calderone of the national hit TV show Right this Minute, and contributor for the DRIVEN series at ClassicCars.com. Check out his review of the gorgeous 57 Cadillac Eldorado http://bit.ly/2DeuwRC. Nick discusses his passion for early 80’s vehicles like the not so popular maybe, Mitsubishi Starion and all years everything Toyota Supra, while offering his take on the explosive car culture appeal amongst millennial generations. Make sure to connect with the new DRIVEN series offered […]
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January 16, 2019 On Location Podcasts

Future Classic Cars ClassicCars.com

The 2019 Future Classic Car Show provided by the talented folks at ClassicCars.com was an incredible success highlighting a variety of awesome rides! From the Toyota Supra to the Buick Riviera with over 150 cars showcased representing generations from across the board. Check out these cars http://bit.ly/2FyDKd8 ! Car culture is alive and kicking despite some of the news we may have read or heard about regarding the lack of enthusiasm from younger generations. Join us for part one of our series covering the […]
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January 13, 2019 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#137 Barrett -Jackson Collector Car Auction

With over 47 years of car enthusiast tradition and thousands of collectible vehicles sold, we spend some time with CEO & Chairman, Craig Jackson, of the world-renowned Barrett-Jackson collector car auction. From humble beginnings working every aspect of the car auction, Craig Jackson reveals his passion for cars and why he always gravitated to technology and the ever constant change of the marketplace, while keeping the auction connected to a wide audience. From mid-90’s TV deals that everyone in the collector industry at the time […]
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January 6, 2019 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#136 The Shortage of Mechanics

We figured for the start of the New Year we would tackle our very first show of 2019 opening up a very serious topic that many of you can relate to -The critical shortage of automotive technicians and the future of the automotive industry. We were honored to have C.E.O of TechForce Foundation http://bit.ly/2LUh2wW Jennifer Maher and A.S.E. Master Technician and Automotive Instructor Cody Metcalf of one of the premier High School Trade schools in the country East Valley Institute of Technology […]
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December 23, 2018 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#135 Year In Review

Year in Review 2018 Over the past year we have spent some incredible time with you and an array of guests on the show. From Doug Kalitta of Kalitta Motorsports and Robert Hight 2017 Funny Car Champ, to an inspirational group of folks like Larry Witherspoon of the Atlanta Training Center, who providing automotive skills to break the cycle of incarceration. Lee and Kelli Weatherby of Accurate Automotive in Mesa, AZ, sponsors of our 2nd Annual $4,000 student scholarship for […]
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December 14, 2018 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#134 The History Of Ferrari

Enzo Ferrari The Legendary History of the Ferrari Brand Come journey the fascinating Ferrari history with us this week as we are privileged to have guest Luca Dal Monte, author of the comprehensive biography, Enzo Ferrari: Power, Politics and the Making of an Automobile Empire. From the early days of racing and developing Scuderia Ferrari through the years and painstakingly building one of the most recognized brands in the world, we explore the fascinating account of Enzo Ferrari. -The Ford strongarm takeover offer […]
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December 8, 2018 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#133 Cuban Car Culture

American cars have been imported for many years prior to the Castro government take over and U.S. embargo and Cuba has become a living museum of car culture stuck in time. These rolling works of art have been morphed into beautiful works of vehicular style with minimal technology and reliable sources for parts. A culture of a vibrant people with a zest for life and style blends into vehicle design and in most occasions, a knack for keeping it simple […]
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December 2, 2018 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#132 Road Trip Tips

There are approximately 4,000,000,000 miles of vast roadways in the U.S. and many vehicles will be set to travel across these arteries of freeways and highways during a record breaking holiday travel season. The ability to stride worry free through a small road trip of 300 miles or a long distance 1000 miles plus road trip is truly dependent on how reliable your vehicle is and what shape it is in. How will you know beforehand that mechanically all systems […]
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November 24, 2018 Interviews, On Location, Podcasts, Product Reviews, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#131 The World’s Most Important Concept Car Collection

History Preserved. The World’s Most Important Concept Car Collection. Cars saved from a metal scrap graveyard DOOMED for death. The revival of the most incredible concept cars representing Americana history with special guests Joe Bortz of the Bortz Auto Collection and Ken Vela of WIKD Kustoms. We ask Joe how the Bortz Auto Collection was acquired and painstakingly restored to perfection. From Amelia Island to the Petersen Museum, you’ll hear about this world renowned auto collection that preserves a magical time of dream […]
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