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April 14, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel

#150 Vehicle Donations Making a Difference

Owning a vehicle is a major economic advantage and without it, hardships can certainly ensue. Most of our public transportation is not as flexible and can turn an average 30-minute commute into two hours. Vehicle ownership for low income families costs them more. According to reports from the Federal Reserve, those individuals making $30,000 or less can pay up to 59% more in vehicle finance interest than those making $90,000 and above. With longer commutes and the inability to reach higher levels of individual economic growth, this […]
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April 8, 2019 Podcasts, Radio Show, Travel

#149 Under The Hood Technology

The 2018 Ford F-150 has over 100 million lines of code, and is a sophisticated work of technology. With many automotive service facilities and parts companies offering a “Free” Check Engine Light code pull…is this enough to actually get that vehicle repaired properly? With an ever popular option of “code pulling,” we certainly do not see this in the cards as modern day vehicles continue to develop in to rolling networks of sensitive data & information. The code gave me […]
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March 31, 2019 Podcasts, Radio Show, Travel, Uncategorized

#148 Street Outlaws

With one of the longest runs on the Discovery Channel, Street Outlaws has built up a cult following bringing excitement with some old school style track & street drag racing, one-on-one, driver-to-driver. From big block monster breathing turbo chargers, to nitrous injected horsepower animals, Street Outlaws has the ultimate in competition that has everyone racing for that Top 10 list, working to be America’s fastest street ride. BoostedGT has been quietly working it up in the garage and is ready for the 14th […]
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March 24, 2019 Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show, Travel

#147 Legends of Drag Racing History: The Early days of Speed

We are excited to have with us this week on the show, Bill Goosic, to share his passion with drag racing. Bill was raised in a family that birthed Arizona Drag Racing in the early ‘60’s and who is active in keeping the spirit alive and kicking today! We go back in time to the incredible history of pre NHRA sanctioned race tracks and the ingenuity of the racing community. As the founder and chairman of the Arizona Drag Racing […]
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March 17, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show, Uncategorized

#146 Hot Rod Builds & Skills -Radical Designs of Future Talent

Jonathan Goolsby of Goolsby Customs http://bit.ly/2Jiozbp stops by to discuss how he started his journey, 20 years in the making, as one of the premiere custom car builders in the country. We often talk about following your dreams and passion on the show, and Jonathan is an example of someone who transitioned from the service bays to starting his own operation slowly but surely to live out that dream. Check out the wicked Goolsby\Goodguys 79 Foxbody Mustang Pace Car build […]
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March 10, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show

#145 Resurrection To Bodacious Kustom Build

In the world of custom car build and designs there are an array of phenomenal works of rolling art and talented build teams that make it all come together. On this edition of Wrench Nation Car Talk, the world renowned custom creator John D’Agostino of Celebrity Kustoms stops by, and provides an incredible account of some of his gorgeous designs and signature custom builds that have been featured all across the world. Along with show regular Ken Vela of […]
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March 2, 2019 Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show

#144 Why You Hate Going to The Mechanic

Why You Hate Going to The Mechanic Tips for A Successful Experience You would rather clean a toilet or visit with a dentist before seeking out a mechanic to fix your ride. In fact, many of you delay service because of that “unknown” and anxiety. We break it down on the show, as Frank hits the local street corners to listen to what it is that truly gets you upset and big time frustrated. While we share what you had […]
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February 25, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show

#143 The Business of 330 MPH Blake Alexander

After years of racing both Funny Car and Top Fuel , Blake Alexander is back in the Funny Car, as one of the youngest NHRA’s race drivers of the circuit. The 2 time champion stops by the Wrench Nation show to discuss the tremendous off season decision to purchase his own team, a lifelong pursuit and passion, while remaining behind the wheel as a driven and focused driver with crew chief Daniel Wilkerson & team. With the support of wife […]
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February 17, 2019 On Location, On Location Podcasts

#2 Concours in the Hills -Lambo Culture

Concours in the Hills Lamborghini Culture We all have our unique stories of what tickles our cool car fancy, whether we acquired a classic Mustang or a sleek and dynamic performing Lamborghini Aventador. Tim Vallely of Vallely Marine http://bit.ly/2DKIt8O stops by to tell a pretty interesting story of how the youngest family member inspired a closer look and ultimate life long passion for all things Lamborgini. Frank works really hard here to find out from Tim which secret roadway gets the opportunity […]
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February 17, 2019 Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show

#142 Body Shop & Insurance Tips

Frank and Susie give their take on some not so breaking news about that awkward sleep situation and how automotive technology may come to the rescue? Ford recently announced a product that may have nothing to do with the act of driving, as it may just solely be on a mission here attempting to save your relationship. Tossing and turning like active squirrels while you sleep with your partner can be the cause of some serious sleep woes, and the big three […]
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February 9, 2019 Podcasts, Radio Show

#141 Aurora Straus-Breaking Barriers in MotorSports

“I was told I am not cut out for this. That I am not aggressive enough and I am a girl.” Starting out as young teenager with a basic driving school session of how to safely maneuver icy roads while learning to master a stick shift ride, race car driver Aurora Straus stumbled upon her path. Listen to her share her incredible story of courage and the willingness to champion through her young race career on the track, despite the haters and naysayers. A current Harvard student and accomplished musician, Aurora […]
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February 3, 2019 Interviews, Podcasts, Q&A, Radio Show

#140 Peter Volny Scuderia Southwest Concours in the Hills

As one of the most spectacular car shows held on the pristine greens of The Town of Fountain Hills Arizona next to the tallest fountain the country, Peter Volny of Scuderia Southwest pays a visit in the studio and describes the incredible movement of charitable paying it forward to Phoenix Children’s Hospital. In attendance are automotive clubs and enthusiasts from all over the southwest representing Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, Maserati, Jaguar, Corvette, Viper, Ford GT, Lotus, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Alfa Romeo, DeTomaso, DeLorean, Mustang, […]
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