3 Pedals Podcast

This week on 3 Pedals Podcast, Mike and Al covers everything from Al's latest 3D printing adventures and a neighborhood Halloween booze trail to Formula 1 drama and the challenges of keeping a podcast rolling. Along the way, they debate the best and worst modern car safety features, share dealership horror stories involving some truly disgusting trade-ins, and break down the first modifications th...

Ben Duncan - Duncan's European Automotive This week, Al and Dan sit down with Ben Duncan of Duncan's European Automotive for a deep dive into the automotive industry from an owners perspective. Ben shares his journey from dirt bikes and early Mercedes projects to navigating dealership politics, flat-rate pay, and eventually helping grow a successful European repair shop. The conversation covers ad...

Al, Dan, and Mike kick off the episode with a Mini Cooper battery disaster and a treacherous Mount Washington drive before diving into tattoos, Squareback chaos, and Klassiker prep. The crew breaks down the ongoing EOS convertible‑top saga, garage expansion plans, winter plow setups, and even basement flooring projects. From there, things shift into tech and design: Tesla’s kickflip stunt, Cybertr...

Al and Dan sit down with Mike Palumbo for a deep dive into his automotive life, dealership career, and the cars that shaped his passion. The episode opens with Dan and the wild story behind his 1973 Audi Fox, followed by early plans for its future build. From Volkswagen training to shifting market trends, the guys explore how the industry has changed for enthusiasts. Al shares hybrid‑car headaches...

Al and Mike sit down with Jon Holso. The episode kicks off with current car projects and early memories before diving into the Ford Focus days—first mods, sneaking past dad, and the moment European styling and deep‑cut modifications took over, complete with the infamous sticker. They move into the Mazda 6 era with manual‑trans fun, air‑ride experiments, and the car’s eventual send‑off. From there,...

Al and Mike welcome guest Dan Sawyer for a wild ride through car culture, personal chaos, and decades of automotive stories. The episode kicks off with softball championship drama and hybrid‑car headaches before shifting into AWE Touring exhaust impressions, and Mike’s escape from a brutal Honda Civic crash. Dan breaks down his journey through 26 different cars, from spray‑painted wheels and a roo...

Al, Dan, Mike and Ethan kick off the episode with fresh car updates and a warm welcome to guest Ethan McCammon. Things start with Al's attempted Mk3 import and the hard‑learned lessons in due diligence, followed by stories of learning mechanics the old‑school way with Mk2s and junkyard treasure hunting. Ethan walks through his career path, school experience, and time at EFI Motorsport before the c...

Al, Dan, Mike Richie and Dylan kick off the episode with recent car sales and the realities of flipping, followed by a mechanic’s guide to selling used cars the right way. The crew dives into the hunt for a rust‑free ’84 GTI, dream builds from the Allroad to the B5 RS4, and the frustrations of FedEx delays and work‑life balance. They explore Dylan’s journey from dirt bikes to Audis, the addiction...

Al , Dan, Mike and Marc kick off a packed episode with early‑week repair chaos, unexpected visitors in customer cars, and a look at Taycan performance tuning. The conversation quickly shifts into Marc Swanson’s journey toward owning EFI Motorsport, touching on warranty battles, European market trends, and the realities of keeping modern performance cars alive. The guys dig into sourcing rare parts...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with listener appreciation before diving straight into a week packed with Marketplace madness, new‑car hunts, and unexpected adventures. Ben’s new bullnose Ford sets the tone, followed by the search for a reliable daily driver that leads to picking up a Honda CR‑V. From there, things escalate quickly: Dan’s wild Marketplace trade i...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off welcoming guests and talking through Mike’s first missed episode before diving into a mix of pop‑culture car talk — from Joe Rogan and Blink‑182 to Matt Farah and Jason Camisa’s legendary V8 manual comparisons. The conversation shifts into the realities of modern car ownership and service: lifetime fluids, valve adjustments, hidden...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with Corvette debates and Marketplace finds before diving into Adam’s origin story — from early MMI days to joining Golen Engine and helping shape some of the most respected LS, V8, and Jeep 4.0 stroker builds in the industry. The conversation explores Golen’s role in powering Formula Drift, the trust and precision behind high‑perf...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew digs into one of the most dramatic chapters in automotive history: Dieselgate. From corporate deception to the long-term fallout, they unpack how the scandal reshaped Volkswagen and the entire industry. The conversation then shifts into the darker side of chemical giants with a look at the blood‑stained legacy behind DuPont. Timmy’s Jazz Blue Mk3 t...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew takes a deep dive into the heart of Volkswagen culture — from legendary forums to unforgettable shows and the people who shaped an entire generation of enthusiasts. The conversation kicks off with the rise and fall of VW Vortex, the online home that defined early‑2000s car communities, before moving into cup kits, BBS wheels, and the New England VW...

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/30oveFNMf97xiKMRU6lOcL?si=quwT_w2pR3ajm5ORp2mOSQ&utm_source=copy-link&pt=749c8ce8fcfe988d73a959e413aaf12fπ=BJNYhDQGRVmMA In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with host updates before diving straight into a week full of car hunting, shop stories, and enthusiast chaos. From chasing deals on air compressors and parts to tracking...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew dives into the world of modern car remakes and why manufacturers keep missing the magic that made the originals iconic. From dream remakes to performance SUVs, the conversation blends nostalgia with real‑world automotive insight. The guys break down the current landscape of supercars and SUVs, smart used‑car buys, and how Volkswagen’s presence in t...

This week on the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with some classic car chat before diving head‑first into the wild world of Facebook Marketplace. From hunting down rare finds to navigating sketchy deals and unpredictable buyers, the guys break down the highs, lows, and hilarious moments that come with chasing unique cars online. The conversation shifts into the journey from VW enthusia...

This week on the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with the Disney trip, home‑project updates, and a laid‑back episode warm‑up before diving straight into the heart of New England car culture. From Cape Cod car shows to the behind‑the‑scenes reality of organizing events, the guys share stories that blend nostalgia, chaos, and genuine automotive passion. The conversation shifts into invit...

This week on the 3 Pedals Podcast, the crew kicks things off with Mike’s new‑house adventures before diving into Al’s upcoming Disney and Dominican Republic plans — plus a clutch softball victory that sets the tone for the episode. Dan jumps in with Touareg repairs, side‑work chaos, and a few concert stories that keep things moving. From there, the conversation shifts into the balancing act of gar...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, we sit down for a conversation that spans flat‑rate shop life, custom audio builds, and some of the wildest Volkswagen projects you’ll ever hear about. Things kick off with a look at warranties, labor structures, and the realities of running a modern custom car audio shop — the stuff nobody talks about but every tech feels. From there, the guys dive into a...

In this episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast, we sit down for a deep dive into the world of car audio, custom fabrication, and the realities of modern shop life. Things kick off with a candid look at communication challenges between customers and service writers — the daily friction that every tech, tuner, and shop owner knows too well. From there, the conversation moves into the early days of Boomers,...

This episode of the 3 Pedals Podcast kicks off with a long‑week energy that every car enthusiast and overworked human can relate to. Al and Mike dive straight into a wild mix of personal chaos, automotive headaches, and the kind of stories that only happen when you spend too much time around cars and not enough time resting. From being stranded on the side of the road to surviving a brutal heatwav...

This week on the 3 Pedals Podcast, Al and Mike dive into a fast‑moving mix of personal chaos, car culture, and the latest automotive news. Al kicks things off with the story behind buying his new BMW X3, while Mike shares his dream VW, moving headaches, and some truly unhinged vanity plates spotted along the way. From a surprisingly electric Monaco Grand Prix to Volkswagen shifting Golf production...

Al, Dan, Mike and Shawn kick off a packed episode with fresh car updates, extended‑warranty debates, and the ongoing saga of Arteon mods. From Al’s search for an X3 to the Taos vs. “Toas” pronunciation battle, the crew sets the tone early with equal parts chaos and comedy. Shawn dives into his 22‑year career as an electrician, breaking down the real cost of electrical work, garage wiring essential...

Al, Dan, and Mike dive into a wide‑open conversation about career growth, and the ever‑evolving world of car culture. The episode kicks off with the realities of juggling work, vacation, and daily exhaustion before shifting into a nostalgic look at racing games—from Forza Horizon to the classics that shaped an entire generation. The guys explore career paths in the automotive industry, the art and...