Busy episode - spent a week with the stunning #Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Then we talk about the AMAZING Ford Mustang GTD and the record setting run on the Nurburgring with Jim Owens from #Ford. Finally I look back at the 2024 F1 season and set the table for the drama to come in 2025 (oh, it's going to be a soap opera). 

Busy episode - spent a week with the stunning #Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Then we talk about the AMAZING Ford Mustang GTD and the record setting run on the Nurburgring with Jim Owens from #Ford. Finally I look back at the 2024 F1 season and set the table for the drama to come in 2025 (oh, it's going to be a soap opera).&nbsp;

Jeep Grand Wagoneer Review - Ford GTD on the track and F1 Review 

Jeep Grand Wagoneer - Ford Mustang GTD - Toto Wolff

It's happening: #Cadillac F1 is a reality in 2026. We talk with racing legend Mario Andretti about his role with the team and what to expect as they quickly ramp up to be ready. 

It's happening: #Cadillac F1 is a reality in 2026. We talk with racing legend Mario Andretti about his role with the team and what to expect as they quickly ramp up to be ready.

Mario Andretti talks about the new Cadillac F1 Team 

Spent some seat time in the 2024 GMC Acadia Elevation - high marks and we get into GM's Super Cruise tech (I get it). Plus Steve Letarte talks about fixing the NASCAR playoff system - see if you agree. And finally, the importance of Auto Shows as we get ready for the Detroit Auto Show. 

Spent some seat time in the 2024 GMC Acadia Elevation - high marks and we get into GM's Super Cruise tech (I get it). Plus Steve Letarte talks about fixing the NASCAR playoff system - see if you agree. And finally, the importance of Auto Shows as we get ready for the Detroit Auto Show.

GMC Acadia Elevation and Super Cruise...Oh It's a Game Changer

GMC Acadia & Super Cruise IS REALLY Super - Plus NASCAR fixes and Auto Shows

AJ Foyt is one of the most compelling characters in the history of auto racing. We chat with Art Garner about his amazing new book "AJ Foyt: Survivor, Champion, Legend" (one of the best racing bios I've read). Then we discuss the #Kia EV6 (it's a mental game changer for me in the EV market). Finally what's going on with Max Verstappen...and I predict where he'll be in the next 5 years. 

AJ Foyt is one of the most compelling characters in the history of auto racing. We chat with Art Garner about his amazing new book "AJ Foyt: Survivor, Champion, Legend" (one of the best racing bios I've read). Then we discuss the #Kia EV6 (it's a mental game changer for me in the EV market). Finally what's going on with Max Verstappen...and I predict where he'll be in the next 5 years.

AJ Foyt new bio, driving a Kia EV6 is a game changer and where is Verstappen going?

AJ Foyt, Kia EV6 review and where will Max Wind Up?

Spent some seat time with the 2025 Nissan Kicks and wanted to share initial impressions and why I think the folks at #Nissan have a hit on their hands. 

And of course with F1 here in states, I had to rant about NASCAR and IndyCar 

Spent some seat time with the 2025 <a href="https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/crossovers-suvs/kicks.html?dcp=psn.58700008603670823&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwjsi4BhB5EiwAFAL0YJ1mLCRI7VuglpQJwATRR9KHgKmswsnHaq-U932SYQDjYdxeRzAjPxoCuOQQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds">Nissan</a> Kicks and wanted to share initial impressions and why I think the folks at #Nissan have a hit on their hands. 
And of course with F1 here in states, I had to rant about NASCAR and IndyCar

2025 Nissan Kicks Is A Game Changer

F1 Expert Chris Medland (Sirius/XM - Racer Mag and much more) checks in about how #RedBull handled the dismissal of Daniel Riccardo - then we talk automotive lasagna (it'll make sense) as I review the #Chevy Trax and the #Kia Forte GT 

F1 Expert Chris Medland (Sirius/XM - Racer Mag and much more) checks in about how #RedBull handled the dismissal of Daniel Riccardo - then we talk automotive lasagna (it'll make sense) as I review the #Chevy Trax and the #Kia Forte GT

Did Red Bull Do Daniel Riccardo dirty? Plus the Chevy Trax and Kia Forte reviews

Red Bull Blew It With Danny Ric - Plus Lasagna Cars

Caught up with @nascar driver Ross Chastain to preview the upcoming race at MIS, plus we get into the use of simulators for NASCAR drivers (how do you deal with a repave?)...and I asked him for his "Fantasy Five" - five NASCAR drivers past or present he'd love to have on the track for an IROC style race. 

Caught up with @nascar driver Ross Chastain to preview the upcoming race at MIS, plus we get into the use of simulators for NASCAR drivers (how do you deal with a repave?)...and I asked him for his "Fantasy Five" - five NASCAR drivers past or present he'd love to have on the track for an IROC style race.

NASCAR Ross Chastain talks MIS, IROC and turn two

Ross Chastain - NASCAR, IROC and turn two at MIS

After three consecutive weeks of F1 - culminating in a compelling #BritishGP, we catch up with Chris Medland (Racer mag, Sirius/XM F1 coverage and much more). Couple of topics:
Is Red Bull in trouble?
How important was the win for Lewis Hamilton
What happened with McLaren (no double stack) and Lando's starts 
Where will some big names land next year (and what about Checo?) 

After three consecutive weeks of F1 - culminating in a compelling #BritishGP, we catch up with Chris Medland (Racer mag, Sirius/XM F1 coverage and much more). Couple of topics:
<ul>
<li>Is Red Bull in trouble?</li>
<li>How important was the win for Lewis Hamilton</li>
<li>What happened with McLaren (no double stack) and Lando's starts </li>
<li>Where will some big names land next year (and what about Checo?) </li>
</ul>

Chris Medland Talking F1 and Dramatic British Grand Prix

Chris Medland talking F1 and the dramatic British Grand Prix

It's become one of the premier destinations for auto fans from all over the country - M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. We sat with CEO Tim McGrane to talk about the 2024 Festival schedule (including a celebration of Richard Petty) 

It's become one of the premier destinations for auto fans from all over the country - M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. We sat with CEO Tim McGrane to talk about the 2024 Festival schedule (including a celebration of Richard Petty)

M1 Concourse CEO Tim McGrane talks festivals and cars

Tim McGrane - CEO of M1 Concourse

This episode we talk about the new "Super Cruise" feature on the #Chevy Suburban High Country edition - is it the best new tech feature in recent history? Also, some friendly suggestions for IndyCar to increase the audience, then we finish with a conversation with Sir Jackie Stewart on the week of his 85th birthday. 

This episode we talk about the new "Super Cruise" feature on the #Chevy Suburban High Country edition - is it the best new tech feature in recent history? Also, some friendly suggestions for IndyCar to increase the audience, then we finish with a conversation with Sir Jackie Stewart on the week of his 85th birthday.

Super Cruise on the Chevy Suburban and Sir Jackie Stewart

Jackie Stewart / Super Cruise on Suburban

You know that guy who loves to talk with you about cars and racing? That's Big Jim O'Brien - and you're always welcome to stop by his garage as he hats with some of the biggest names in racing:  Mario Andretti, Alexander Rossi, Roger Penske, Bob Seger, Kurt Busch and many more...

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