BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show

In this episode of the Break/Fix podcast, we delve into the world of classic and collector car auctions with Johnny Ransom, General Manager of GAA Classic Car Auctions. Johnny shares his journey from the furniture industry to becoming a key figure in the automotive auction scene. He discusses the unique aspects of GAA's auctions, such as their climate-controlled facility and memorandum sales. The...

In this episode of the Gran Touring Motorsports Podcast 'The Drive Thru News', hosts discuss a range of topics including automotive news, Halloween-themed car decorations, and motorsport updates. The show begins with sponsorship acknowledgments and delves into a light-hearted discussion on Halloween costumes for cars. It then transitions to motorsport news, where Formula One updates, including pre...

In Cars Yeah episode 2174, host Mark Greene interviews Crew Chief Brad, co-host of the Break/Fix podcast. Brad discusses his multifaceted career, combining finance and a lifelong passion for automobiles. He shares stories about his early interest in cars, his diverse automotive experiences from autocross to drag racing, and his time as a musician. Brad also talks about the origins and future aspir...

This episode of the Break/Fix podcast features an in-depth interview with Mark Greene, the founder, producer, and host of the Cars Yeah! podcast. Mark discusses his extensive career in the automotive world, starting from his early passion for cars influenced by his father, detailing his significant role at Griot's Garage, and eventually launching Cars Yeah!, a five-day-a-week podcast dedicated to...

In this episode of Cars Yeah!, Mark Greene interviews Crew Chief Eric owner of Gran Touring Motorsports and co-host of the Break/Fix Podcast. Eric discusses his dual life as an IT expert and a passionate car enthusiast, sharing his family's deep automotive roots stemming from his grandfather's time as a chauffeur for the Belgian ambassador. The conversation delves into Eric's journey from web deve...

This Break/Fix episode features a live interview with Todd Brown and Johan Schwartz of Rooster Hall Racing. The podcast spans their origins in motorsports, significant experiences, and insights into their journey. Johan shares his entry from rallying in Denmark to racing in the U.S., and discusses his notable records including the longest drift and the fastest lap in a Tesla at VIR. Todd recounts...

In this episode of Ferrari Fridays, host William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace delves into the controversial topic of Ferrari's new SUV, the Purosangue. William discusses the mixed reactions from Ferrari purists who see it as a deviation from Ferrari's core principles, but also highlights the business imperatives driving Ferrari's decision. He compares the Purosangue to other luxury SUVs, e...

This episode comprises a live tour of the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing (EMMR), given by Lynn Paxton, a Dirt Track Hall of Famer and former museum curator. Highlights include the museum's history, its vast collections such as the Chris Enomaki Collection, and notable photographic archives. Lynn shares personal stories about his racing career which began in 1961, his passion for historic cars, and...

The Break/Fix team takes viewers on an entertaining critique of the 2019 film 'Trading Paint' starring John Travolta and Shania Twain. The episode dives into the film's portrayal of dirt track racing, character inconsistencies, and numerous cinematic tropes. Steve and Izzy from 'Everything I Learned from Movies' join the hosts to dissect the movie's poor plot, lackluster acting, and illogical raci...

This episode covers the evolution of 'Late Model Mafia,' co-founded by Mike Gallagher and Koby Timms, focusing on late model racing on both asphalt and dirt tracks across the U.S. Mike and Koby share their experiences and insights into the unique aspects of late model stock cars, highlighting their purpose-built chassis and custom components. They discuss the challenges and thrills of racing, incl...

This episode of the Break/Fix features Sara Lacey, the Managing Editor of A Girl's Guide to Cars. The podcast explores the origin story and mission of the platform, which aims to empower and inform women about car purchases, experiences, and maintenance from a female perspective. The discussion covers how A Girl's Guide to Cars offers content through their digital magazine, YouTube, and social med...

In this episode of the Gran Touring Motorsports Podcast 'The Drive Thru News', hosts bring the latest monthly automotive and motorsports news segment. The show opens with sponsorship shout-outs and a special guest introduction: Sara Lacey, Managing Editor from 'A Girl's Guide to Cars,' filling in for regular host Brad. Topics discussed include the Detroit Auto Show's schedule change and its focus...

In this episode of Ferrari Fridays, host William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace discusses various Ferrari topics and addresses the delay in releasing new episodes. He then delves into the poignant story of the abandoned Ferrari 250 GTO chassis number 3589. Built in 1962, this car, after a series of owners, was left neglected in a field due to a tragic accident that claimed the life of a youn...

Our panel of car enthusiasts and experts reunite for another engaging What Should I Buy? debate, focusing on finding the ideal vehicle for first-time classic car buyers. The discussion revolves around various eras and genres of collector vehicles, ranging from pre-war classics to modern cars, examining key attributes that make a vehicle a classic or a collector car. The panel, featuring enthusiast...

Dr. Jacques Dallaire, a performance physiologist, discusses the psychological aspects of high-performance in motorsports and other fields. He explains his performance equation (A x B = Results), where A represents personal performance and B represents uncontrollable factors. Dallaire outlines seven 'rules of the mental road,' emphasizing the importance of controlling one's thoughts, focus, and per...

In this episode of Break/Fix, the focus is on OpenTrack, an insurance provider that caters to track day enthusiasts.  Crew Chief Eric, interviews Brett Larson, head of sales for OpenTrack, about the company's origins, their offerings, and the motivation behind their unique insurance products. Brett details OpenTrack's comprehensive and flexible insurance solutions tailored for high-performance tra...

This Break/Fix episode highlights the incredible journey of Lyn St. James in the world of motorsports. From her humble beginnings as a secretary and piano teacher to racing a Ford Pinto and eventually making a name for herself in prestigious races like the 24 Hours of Sebring and the Indy 500, where she earned the Rookie of the Year title. The discussion delves into her early influences, struggles...

In this episode of Break/Fix, we take a fun and educational spin by inviting an eight-year-old panelist, Clio, to ask automotive questions to their expert, Mountain Man Dan. The episode is inspired by Jeff Foxworthy's game show concept but tailored to make car-related topics understandable to a third grader. Topics covered include the necessity of motor oil, car parts that break easily, the workin...

In this episode of the Gran Touring Motorsports Podcast 'The Drive Thru News', hosts discuss various topics surrounding motorsports and automotive news. Sponsored by multiple organizations, this monthly news recap includes updates on General Motors, intriguing quotes from John DeLorean, and current challenges faced by GM, such as issues with EVs, hybrid attempts, and market responses. They also di...

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...

The episode features the hosts of the 'Garage Heroes in Training' podcast, Bill and Vicky, alongside their guests Crew Chief Eric and Brad from Break/Fix Podcast. They introduce the Garage Heroes in Training team and discuss their missions. They also delve into the Break/Fix Podcast's history, including its founding nearly 20 years ago, its evolution into Gran Touring Motorsports, and its various...

In this episode of Break/Fix, hosts Brad and Eric welcome Bill and Vicki Fisher, the hosts of 'Garage Heroes in Training.' The Fishers discuss their journey as an amateur endurance auto racing team, sharing insights and advice for aspiring racers. They recount their experiences with various racing series, emphasize the importance of organization and preparation, and offer tips on how to get starte...

This Break/Fix podcast delves into the remarkable 26,000-mile journey of SRO TC America driver Joey Jordan, who traveled from California to Patagonia in a Toyota Hiace van named Flacco. The podcast explores Joey's reasons for leaving GT racing, his decision to drive through South America, and the numerous adventures and misadventures he encountered along the way, including mechanical issues, deali...

In this episode of Break/Fix, Andy Pilgrim, a renowned British-born racing driver, shares his inspirational story. Andy discusses his early fascination with cars and motorcycles, his unexpected start in racing during his late 20s, and his rise through the ranks to become a celebrated driver in series like the IMSA and SRO Motorsports. He also shares insights on his driving experiences and techniqu...

This episode of Break/Fix, features a detailed conversation with Don Weberg, founder, and publisher of Garage Style Magazine, who shares his experiences and insights as a DeLorean owner. The discussion delves into John DeLorean's significant impact on the automotive industry, his dream of creating the DeLorean Motor Company, and the iconic DMC-12. Don recounts his personal journey of acquiring and...