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The Fuji XF 16-55mm f2.8, is it still good? It was made on 2014. Let me tell you my experience and a product analysis of this lens. Sources: Product Reviews and Technical Information https://www.snapsbyfox.com/blog/fujifilm-16-55-f28-long-term-review https://dustinabbott.net/2025/01/fujinon-xf-16-55mm-f2-8-r-lm-wr-ii-review/ https://www.reddit.com/r/FujifilmX/comments/1h513qu/early_verdict_on_the_...

If you have wondered about the Porsche nomenclature, you are not alone. But we start here, with the 911S. Sources: Porsche –  A brief history of the Porsche 911 https://www.porsche.com/stories/innovation/a-brief-history-of-the-porsche-911/ ​ Porsche Newsroom –  Porsche Historical Background: 1948–2025 https://newsroom.porsche.com/en_US/company/porsche-cars-north-america-historical-background-18072...

Welcome, I would like to take this time to reflect and review on 10 things that I have learned and can be taken from the first year of the podcast. I hope you enjoy it.

The revival of the VW microbus, a car that hopefully was going to be VW's resurgence... What happened? Why did it fail so bad? Sources: https://www.thedrive.com/news/vw-calls-off-2026-id-buzz-in-us-and-it-may-never-come-back  ()​ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIROMJsamug  ()​ https://www.reddit.com/r/electricvehicles/comments/1kxnmxk/vw_id_buzz_why_is_it_not_working_out_in_the_us  ()​ https:...

What was a good example of the Japanese manufacturing revolution but in cars? We spoke about watches, cameras and now cars. The Datsun 510 came to kick butt. Sources: Datsun 510 model overview, specs, variants, and production years: Wikipedia “Datsun 510”.​ Narrative history, development story, positioning vs BMW/VW, and enthusiast impact: Silodrome, “A Brief History of the Datsun 510 – Everything...

Is the Watch Industry moral and ethical? What is the difference between Morality and ethics? let's discuss. Sources: Human Rights Watch – “The Hidden Cost of Jewelry: Human Rights in Supply Chains and the Responsibility of Jewelry Companies.”​ Human Rights Watch – “Sparkling Jewels, Opaque Supply Chains: Jewelry Companies, Changing Sourcing Practices, and Human Rights Due Diligence.”​ New York...

Near Field Communication and Digital Product Passports in the watch industry. Top 10 Sources: ** Breitling Official Digital Passport Page** -  https://www.breitling.com/us-en/about/digital-passport/  - Primary source detailing Breitling's blockchain implementation, the first luxury watch brand to extend the technology to all watches (October 2020).​ ** Panerai Digital Product Passport Case Stu...

Some questions about the last episode triggered the creation of this one. Yes, homologation is still a thing but different than before.

The 911R a statement in 1967 and 2016. Two different cars, similar purpose but different approach. Sources for this episode: Porsche Newsroom (official brand history, product specs, strategy, limited production details, promotional narratives)​ Classic Driver (detailed model history, original development context, Ferdinand Piëch’s influence)​ Revs Institute (historical archives, homologation, raci...

What are discoveries or technology advancements that the watch industry has contributed to the world? Also what are some advancements that the watch industry has adopted from other industries? Sources: Seiko/Epson: Technology developed for the world’s first quartz watch and subsequent diffusion into ICs, crystal devices, and broader electronics applications.​ Seiko/Epson: World’s first six‑digit f...

Did you hear about the Michelin Pilot Sport Endurance tires? Let me tell you more about these racing tires. Key sources include: Environmental research on tire pollution from Yale Environment 360, Nature journals, EPA assessments, and European regulatory bodies Michelin corporate announcements on the Pilot Sport Endurance (June 2025 reveal, technical specifications, sustainability data) Financial...

The Hyundai Excel has a special palce in my heart. It was my first car. Rest In Peace flat red.

I said I was going to buy the lens... so I did. I have used it for a while, and because of its recognition in the photography world, I thought it deserved its own episode.

In this episode we analyze Fujifilm, but specifically the X-T series. What are challenges, advantages, what has been good for the brand and how it performs?

Join me today and eplore Grand Seiko as a brand. We touched on Seiko in the past, but Grand Seiko cannot be left behind. Grand Seiko Website: https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/

Do you know about the Pebble Beach Concourse d'Elegance? Well do you know what gave birth to it and the whole Car Week stuff? Let me tell you...

In this episode we do a brief market analysis of the Porsche 912. Was it successful or was it a bust?

Hello! thank you for stopping by. In this episode we find out why and how the color filters for B&W photography were created. Find out if they still have a use in the current photography landscape.

Greetings!!! This episode is all about Citizen. How did it come to be? Who came first, Seiko or Citizen? Who is bigger, Seiko or Citizen? Find out here.

Today we look at the Dodge Challenger. A brief marketing review of it and what will happen to the name?

This time we will talk about Japanese watch making. How did it get there? Who triggered it? Who saw the opportunity? This episode was inspired by an episode of Openwork, by Collective Horology. They were discussing about the Industry's most important watches to date, and briefly touched on Japanese watch making. You can catch that episode on the link below: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Lg...

Car Week? What is it? Why is it here? Why is it a staple for the car community in California and around the world? Let's check it out.

Greetings! Join me on this episode and explore minivas!!! Why are they here? Who brought them to life? Are they more popular now or a dying breed?

Greetings! Today we look at the BMW 2002. Why is it relevant in automotive history? What does it represent for BMW? BMW 2002 Homage: https://www.carscoops.com/2016/05/bmw-2002-hommage-concept-reshapes-legend/ Oh Shift Video: https://youtu.be/0hQye9Zn_xo?si=JoVJSbqi3_u-lLa7

Greetings!!!! Join me on this episode and see the differences between luxury brands pricing and smaller/ independent brands. This one is focused on independent brands, to learn about the luxury brands, go back to the last two episodes.