GT: Garage Talk

On this week's episode, Cory catches up with Team Brute Squad from the Rebelle Rally. Jill Ciminillo and Kristen Shaw are two very accomplished automotive journalists we have had on this podcast before, but it was great having both on to talk about their rookie campaign in the all-women Rebelle Rally, the first women's off-road navigation rally raid in the United States. Follow Kristen: Twitter: @...

On this week's episode, Cory reminisces on the origins of the GT: Garage Talk's Unlikely Heroes Car Show as we gear up for the THIRD annual gathering of the most unique car show in East Texas. This year promises to be another good showing, but it won't be without your help. Head on over to GTGarageTalk.com/carshow to register YOUR daily driver and be entered into the show and have a chance at that...

On this week's episode Cory reaches out to a former guest, Bill Taylor the Vehicle Nanny, for his thoughts on the the most recent North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the state of the industry, and a few personal opinions along the way.. Check out Bill's work as the Vehicle Nanny here: vehiclenanny.com Listen to our previous interviews with Bill here: Episode 109: Pothole Season Epis...

On this week's episode, Cory gives you a peak behind the curtain of what it has been like over the past couple of weeks here at GT: Garage Talk. We have traveled to and from events to give you some details on the latest and greatest the automotive world has to offer. From getting to drive the new Toyota Sequoia and event the JUST ANNOUNCED Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel, we have had a fun time capturin...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal to catch up with them after their 5,000 mile, 10-day time-speed-distance rally through the Pacific Northwest up into the Arctic. If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Mercedes supplied us with their bios down below: Keep up with them: Website: CrankshaftCulture.com Twitter: @crankshaftcult Mer...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with a fellow automotive journalist and published author in Jimmy Dinsmore. Jimmy is the Automotive Editor for TheWeekendDrive.com   and his Driver’s Side car review column is nationally syndicated. He is also the author of Mustang by Design and (soon to be released) A History of America’s Most Popular Pickup Truck Ford F-Series. Jimmy spent the w...

On this week's episode, Cory shares his history of looking forward to media coverage of National and International Auto Shows, his experiences covering them now as media for GT: Garage Talk, the latest news from the 2022 North American International Auto Show in Detroit Michigan, as well as some of the surprises of the show.  Check out our favorite car care gear: GT: Garage Talk Gear Subscrib...

On this week's episode Cory reaches out to fellow automotive journalist and current VP of Events for the Texas Auto Writers Association, Bryan Raupe. Cory and Bryan discuss the difficulties of testing the Ford F-150 Lightning on a rolling dyno, internet comments, and the future of both channels with the annual Texas Truck Rodeo on the horizon. Bryan also co-hosts the Texas Truck Channel with his b...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with to a fellow automotive journalist Scotty Reiss. Scotty is the mastermind behind A Girls Guide to Cars. Scotty likes to say she didn't pursue the automotive industry, it found her. Recognizing the opportunity to give voice to powerful female consumers and create a voice to match their spending power, her mission became to empower women as car buyers and...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with to a fellow automotive journalist and content creator Sean Tajipour. Sean founded a little car club called West Houston Muscle back in 2009 and it has become quite the gathering over the years. Sean also runs Nerdtropolis which is a pop culture site and it is always awesome when those two worlds collide: pop culture and automotive. Be sure to go find S...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with to a fellow author, travel writer, and automotive reporter in Alexandra Cheney. Alexandra writes for Elite Traveler, the New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal to name a few. Her adventures have taken her all over the world and she has experienced some of the best vehicles the automotive world has created. Be sure to go find Alexandra online throu...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with a fellow automotive journalist Jake Thiewes. Jake got his start in the automotive world while in college with involvement in various car clubs. That love and passion turned into amateur racing and eventually his own motorsport company, Out Motorsports. Cory and Jake discuss Jake's career, his favorite vehicles, and more. Be sure to go find Jake online...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with a fellow automotive journalist Anthony Fongaro. Anthony writes for a former guest of the show, Mike Satterfield aka The Gentleman Racer , as well as for himself at Anthony on Autos . In this episode, Anthony shares his views on cars, car reviews, and the automotive industry. Instagram: @thefongo and @anthonyonautos Subscribe to our YouTube Channel so y...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with a fellow automotive journalist and experienced podcaster Nicole Wakelin. Nicole has been in the automotive journalism field for over a decade and has been podcasting even longer. You can catch her on the Wheel Bearings Podcast as well as the Fast Women Podcast by Newsweek . She is a freelance writer for many automotive publications and her work ha...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out with a fellow automotive journalist and published author in Jimmy Dinsmore. Jimmy is the Automotive Editor for TheWeekendDrive.com   and his Driver’s Side car review column is nationally syndicated. He is also the author of Mustang by Design and (soon to be released) A History of America’s Most Popular Pickup Truck Ford F-Series. Check out Jimmy's...

On this week's episode, Cory shares how his love for hand washing his vehicles, specifically his 2007 Chevrolet Silverado, helped save his life at the age of 21. Check out our favorite car care gear: GT: Garage Talk Gear Learn more about melanoma from the American Cancer Society, here: Melanoma Skin Cancer Resources Subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you never miss a Car Review Be sure to join th...

On this week's episode, Cory gives you a peak behind the curtain of what it has been like during the midst of the two busiest months here at GT: Garage Talk. From double deliveries of vehicles, special vehicles, events and a full-time work schedule to dance around and schedule time to film, June and July have proven to be very busy here at the channel. Our YouTube channel is reaping the rewards wi...

On this week's episode, Cory catches back up with Chris Hall, founder of Jeep 4xe Fans on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and THE FIRST owner of a 4xe Jeep Wrangler in the nation. We discuss the joys of owning a Jeep Wrangler (his first in over two decades) and what it has been like as an early adopter of the Jeep 4xe technology. Check out the Wrangler 4xe Group and pages here Facebook: Jeep 4xe...

On this week's episode, Cory has a very special guest in studio with him in his wife Holli! This week Cory & Holli update you on some of the vehicles that have come and gone through the GT: Garage as well as some behind the scenes info that may not have made it into our family reviews of cars on YouTube. Holli also announced her newest venture in the review world, Female Consumer on Instagram...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal as they prepare for their running of the summer 2022 Alcan 5000 Rally in the Pacific Northwest in a brand new Subaru Outback Wilderness. Along the way some sound life and marriage advice was also shared, as well as tips for handling a rally yourself. If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Merce...

On this week's episode, Cory gives some behind the scenes to life with an electric vehicle; diving in to the details that may not have made it into the YouTube reviews of vehicles like the Mustang Mach E, Tesla Model Y Performance, or the 2022 World Car of the Year Hyundai IONIQ5. Together let's examine the true cost of driving an electric vehicle vs. the 2 vehicles that currently reside in the GT...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to the Chief Engineer of the Silverado EV Nichole Kraatz. Cory and Nichole discuss the details of the newest member of the GM Ultium Family, what it took to design the pickup in the midst of a global pandemic, the changing culture within the halls of General Motors, and what the future of the brand is shaping up to look like.  Reserve your Silverado EV...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to the executive director of Tread Lightly!, Matt Caldwell. Tread Lightly!  is a non-profit with the goal of protecting and enhancing recreation access and opportunities by promoting outdoor ethics to heighten individuals’ sense of good stewardship.. In this episode, Matt and Cory discuss ways you can do your part as well as ways you can get involved w...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to a professional race driver, instructor, and mechanical engineer in Sabré Cook. Cory met Sabré a couple of weeks back at the Texas Auto Writers Association's annual track event at Texas Motor Speedway. Sabré was brought in by the Dodge team to be one of the driving coaches in their cars for when journalists took them around the track.  As you can tel...

On this week's episode, Cory reaches out to fellow automotive journalist Matt Degen from Kelley Blue Book. Matt has worn many hats in his journalism career, from automotive, to culinary, to audiophile, Matt has done a little of all of it. We are thankful that he took time from his busy schedule to discuss his life and career, as well as his recent trip (for work!) to Vietnam!  Read more from...