BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, features Randy Cannon discussing his book, 'Caesar's Palace Grand Prix,' which investigates the intersection of motorsports and organized crime in Las Vegas. Cannon details the research approach, historical events, and key figures involved in the Formula One events held at Caesar's Palace during the early 1980s. The presentation cover...

On this episode of the Break/Fix, we engage in a stimulating conversation with Henry Grabar, a writer from Slate Magazine and author of 'Paved Paradise'. The discussion revolves around the influence of parking on daily life and urban planning. Grabar explains his motivation behind writing the book, stemming from his observations of excessive parking lots in American cities and his work as a journa...

This Break/Fix episode explores the intersection of the American automobile industry and culinary culture with guest David Page, a two-time Emmy Award winner and creator of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. The discussion highlights how post-WWII car culture influenced fast food and drive-thrus, the rise of convenience stores like Sheetz and Wawa as food destinations, and the potential impact of elect...

This Pit Stop mini-sode offers a detailed conversation with John Kraman discussing the behind-the-scenes aspects of Mecum Auctions, the strategies involved in planning and hosting auctions, and the unique characteristics of various auction events. It highlights key auctions such as the massive Kissimmee auction and the more exclusive Monterey event, illustrating how each auction has its own distin...

This episode of the Break/Fix features John Kraman, the voice of Mecum Auctions, who shares his fascinating journey in the world of classic cars and broadcasting. Raised in Los Angeles during the 1960s and 70s, Kraman’s early exposure to automobiles at his father’s dealership cultivated a lifelong passion for cars. He discusses his career evolution from a car sales manager to an aircraft mechanic...

In this episode of Break/Fix, we interview Keri Weishaar, a seasoned truck driver and mechanical engineer with a Class A CDL. Keri shares her journey from growing up aspiring to be a truck driver in a small community to achieving her goals. She discusses her experiences driving across the country, including challenging routes like Montana's snow-covered passes, and her role at Bosch Automotive pro...

This episode of GTM's Drive Thru, Episode 38, features a wide range of automotive news and discussions. The episode is sponsored by various automotive-related organizations such as HPDEjunkie.com, AmericanMuscle.com, and others. Highlights include a detailed discussion on Ferrari's vintage and modern cars, including the upcoming auction of a rare Ferrari 250 GTO and trends in Ferrari auction sales...

This crossover episode between the 'Tech Transforms' and Break/Fix podcasts, focusing on the crucial issue of cybersecurity in modern vehicles. Hosts Carolyn Ford, Tracy Bannon, and Crew Chief Eric, delve into the alarming vulnerabilities in today's cars, especially with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and interconnected systems. They discuss various cyber threats, from malicious hackers turni...

"He's nice. He likes cars, and he's mad about you. I rest my case." - says Tom Branson to Lady Mary about Henry Talbot. Initially, I figured… meh! -  Downton Abbey is going to be some stuffy pre-war British soap drama, it’ll be just OK, I’ll give it an episode or two. But I found myself rather enamored by all aspects of it. The show has its moments of exaggerated drama and bits of upstairs/downsta...

In this episode of the Break/Fix, we interview Brian Crider, co-founder of Boulder Camper Vans, an expert custom camper van conversion company based in Boulder, Colorado. The discussion covers Brian's journey from a childhood fascination with modifying vehicles to founding Boulder Camper Vans. Brian emphasizes the importance of creativity, innovation, and the use of cutting-edge technology in thei...

On this episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, we present a lecture by Elton 'Skip' McGoun, a finance professor and automotive historian, who explores the term 'sports car' and its evolution from the early 20th century. McGoun discusses how sports cars were initially considered 'sporting cars' capable of both racing and everyday use before World War I. Throughout the 1920s, the...

In this Pit Stop mini-sode the hosts take a deep dive into the world of sim racing, comparing iRacing with other popular simulation platforms like Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC). The discussion covers the pros and cons of each platform, including graphics, menu systems, and the user experience. The hosts also talk about the history and evolution of racing sims, the economics of gear and subscrip...

In Part 2 of this Break/Fix podcast, this episode features an in-depth interview with Malcolm Bricklin, a pioneering figure in the automotive industry. The conversation covers Bricklin's career from importing small cars in the 1960s, founding Subaru of America, to creating the Bricklin SV-1 sports car. The discussion delves into his venture with Visionary Vehicles, detailing his experiences with f...

Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing, technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. Hailing from California, he collects cars and bikes built with plenty of cheap and fast, and not much reliable. On his show, he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, and motoring travel. In th...

In Part 1 of this two part Break/Fix podcast, we interview Malcolm Bricklin, a pioneering figure in the automotive industry. Bricklin discusses his journey from importing small cars from Europe and Japan in the 1960s to founding Subaru of America in 1968 and introducing the Subaru 360 to the American market. He also recounts his effort to create his own sports car, the Bricklin SV-1, renowned for...

This episode features Matt Stone, an automotive journalist and photographer since 1990. Stone's career evolved from managing editor of MotorTrend Magazine to becoming a freelance journalist, author, and broadcaster. In the discussion, Matt shares his early influences, his Petrol head origin story, and his professional journey. He discusses various cars he owned and reviews his experiences in Calif...

In the 37th episode of GTM's monthly news series 'The Drive Thru,' the team, alongside guest host Danny P , recaps various automotive and motorsport news. Sponsored by organizations like HPDEjunkie.com, Hooked on Driving, and AmericanMuscle.com, the episode begins by welcoming listeners and noting Brad's absence due to paternity leave. Danny P fills in, introducing British cars in this month's spo...

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, introduces the 'Lessons Learned' series, a pedagogical approach to teaching motorsports history at Belmont Abbey College, presented by Quinn Beekwilder and Trey Cunningham. Quinn, a Belmont Abbey alum and motorsport management program coordinator, and Trey, the department chair, discuss their unique approach to incorporating motorspor...

In this episode Break/Fix, Pete Vicari, an influential figure in the auto auction industry, shares his captivating journey from a car-loving youth to the founder of Vicari Auction Company. Pete’s passion for classic cars began with the purchase of a 1940 Ford Coupe and was further ignited by his experience with a 1966 Corvette convertible. He recounts his personal history, including his extensive...

This Break/Fix episode captures the adventurous journey of Larry Debenedictis who, after facing personal and business crises, embarked on a motorcycle trip across the United States. With a custom-built teardrop trailer attached to his 1989 Harley Fxr, Larry traversed over 15,000 miles, encountering numerous challenges and engaging with various people along the way. His route took him from New Engl...

Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing, technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. Hailing from California, he collects cars and bikes built with plenty of cheap and fast, and not much reliable. On his show, he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, and motoring travel. Jon s...

This episode of Break/Fix captures the life journey of Ruben Sanchez, the Head of Marketing and Social Media for ACO USA, through the world of motorsports, from his early childhood in Cuba to his extensive experiences at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The episode traverses Ruben's early love for cars, his family's escape from Cuba, and his first experiences at Le Mans supporting his family's Porsche rac...

In this episode of Break/Fix, Brockton Packard shares his journey from a young NASCAR fan to leading the iRacing team for Niner eSports. Coming from a military family with no motorsports background, Brockton's love for racing was sparked as a child watching NASCAR races on TV. He reflects on early mechanical experiences with his dad, attending racing events, and volunteer work, which solidified hi...

In this episode, the Break/Fix panel dives deep into the world of 1980s cars, engaging in a lively debate about the best vehicles for a first-time collector. The goal is to find a unique car that will either make friends exclaim, 'Where did you get that?' or question, 'What the hell is wrong with you?'. The 80s, a decade known for its greed-is-good mentality, big hair, and revolutionary music and...

Jon Summers is The Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing, technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. Hailing from California, he collects cars and bikes built with plenty of cheap and fast, and not much reliable. On his show, he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, and motoring travel. The c...