In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew covers a lot of 'news headlines' and some of the upcoming events where we will be. First event up is April 15, 2023 - Tailpipes & Tacos, at the Lupe' Tortilla location in Katy, Texas.  God's Garage will also be there, so along with the cruise in trophies, all the proceeds from food and beverage sales during our broadcast w...

Richard Tomlin is the owner/operator of Apex Auto Works, located in Alvin, Texas.   Sometimes. Richard is one of these guys that is so busy, we have to wonder how he has time to do anything.  In addition to being the Regional Executive for the SCCA, he is involved with the Pike's Peak Hill Climb organization, he builds/supports cars for a road race in Mexico, and he was just at COTA for the G...

The popularity of oval racing seems to come and go...or not.   In this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we talk with track announcer Rodney Rodriguez, about the upcoming season and his take on oval racing.  We ask which part of the country has the most interest in oval racing, what size of tracks seem to be the most popular, and we talk classes at the races. We even talk about some of the Nostal...

Car clubs are a great way to hang with other automotive enthusiast doing automotive enthusiast things.  It is always a social gathering, whether it is a competitive event or just a 'cruise'.  We like to look at what other car people have come up with, sometimes steal their ideas and then make them our own.  We like to show others what we have built...which is about a lot of things we hum...

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we are speaking with Bryan Sims, President of the Champions Hot Rod Car Club. Along with monthly meetings, this club will host several car shows each year, with the Spring event being 3/26/2023, this year. The show is an open show, but they do things a little different.  The members of the club that are 'working' the show are not allowed to comp...

Born on the beach of California, the small fiberglass dune buggy was great for open air beach going or other off-roading.  The original was a simple VW Beetle cut down to fit and it was so popular, seems everyone copied the original. The original, the Manx, was created by Bruce Manx and it can be seen with Steve McQueen behind the wheel and Elvis also drove one in a movie...both men kept it after...

The term 'gasser' seems to have some variations on definition - what is a gasser?  Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, Quinn Stott joins us to help define what a gasser is - where the name comes from. Quinn is running a 1948 Anglia with a straight front axle, a 388 small block, 4-speed manual tranny running on gas, as in gasoline.  With a history of IHRA Championships,...

Ever want to just get out and see how fast your ride will go?  No speed limits in a safe, or as safe as possible scenario? Twice a year, you can almost do that at an event called the Texas Mile.  A top speed event where you can run what you brung ... if it meets safety requirements.  Don't need anyone hurt, so some basic safety rules have to be in place. Shannon Matus joins us with more on th...

 Dodge has been building muscle cars for over 60 years, and ever so often, it looks like it is over with.  Again.   As part of this going away party, Dodge has teamed with the Gas Monkey Garage to give away a brand new Dodge Challenger Jailbreak edition.   Owner/TV star, Richard Rawlings joins us for details on how one of us could actually get the allotment.  This means that the winner gets to sit...

Electric Vehicles continue to secure the headlines of the automotive world, yet, even with sales trending up, it is not as much as one might expect. Joining us today is market analyst,   Divya Sangam | LendingTree LLC Insurance Spokesperson - ValuePenguin.com joins us to talk about some of the things that impact EV buying decisions.  We also look at that buyer segment and how more EV education is...

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we learn about the Texas Nostalgia Modified Production - where the small block is king with manual 4-speed launches.  No electronic help other than maybe a rev limiter set at 10K RPM!  We are talking scream'n meanies on the rear wheels! Kevin Hall is here with more, including where these racers can be found running in Texas.  Their schedule is availa...

Wrapping up our coverage of the 10th Anniversary  Celebration of the HEMI Hideout, we are joined by Don McCoy, a long time friend.    As one of the 'go to ' master of ceremonies for events at the HEMI Hideout, he as a lot of stories.  In addition, he is President of the area Chamber of Commerce, meaning he has more stories.  Add in his past work with radio and TV, this guy is a great way...

While we are all about the cars, the signs, the automobile memorabilia and the sheer amount of unusual material in the HEMI Hideout, it is the building that makes it.  The building makes it possible for all of this 'stuff' to be in one place where it can be enjoyed by so many people. Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk is the man behind the design, Michael Ratclif.  Not...

What brings an Okie down to the Houston Area for the weekend?  The 10th Anniversary of the HEMI Hideout of course. Otto Dorris is known as a 'sign expert' - someone that knows a lot about how the old signs were made and what it takes to restore one.   While not his main business, selling 500-1,000 signs a year means plenty of wheel'n and deal'n as sales send them out, got to re...

We continue our episodes from the the 10th Anniversary of the HEMI Hideout with Rodney Maris.  Long time hot rodder, who now drives a 1955 Chevy Pro Street with a 383 stroker topped off with a pair of 4 barrels. In our Feature segment, Don Armstrong takes a look at the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?...

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we continue with our broadcast from the HEMI Hideout 10th Anniversary celebration. We try out some new gear and talk a walk around checking out the cars, the signs, and some of the others collections! Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy...

For over ten years, John Hovis has been collecting...all sorts of stuff.  He started with some of the vehicles that he wanted in high school, but never could reach.   Then about ten years ago, he decided to build an event center that would house his collection.   Like John's world, it would be unique, yet classic in design.  Then one thing led to another....like some automotive related signs....

In another episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we introduced a successful auto shop program in Napperville, Illinois, led by Greg Ditch.  Greg has had a lifelong passion with the automotive world, and is sharing that with any young person that is interested.  He has been successful in growing a struggling high school program into a full enrolment program with after school sessions to help fill the...

For years we have talked about the automotive tech shortage in the work place.  Dealerships have taken to providing incentives and some have even gone into the training business so they can develop their own. We think one of the issues starts very early, like in high school.  Many of us grew up with auto shop classes being available in the high schools.  We could learn some of the basics, or even...

Now in it's second year, it is the Hot Rod Tour of Texas!  A ride across Texas with 300 fellow auto enthusiasts for the love of 'cruzing'. Bobby and Jeremy join us with an update that includes ALL the stops along the way.  Each one different with plenty to do and keep the tour rolling to the next stop. Starting Thursday evening with the kick-off event in Victoria that includes music...

The Pamona Fair Grounds is home of the NHRA Museum and  fabled drag racing events.  There is also an event that brings in some of the best of the best in automotive custom builds - The Grand National Roadster Show. This year, friend of the show, Randy Borcerding of Painthouse fame, made the trip with some 'friends' that include the beautiful Ranchero recently seen in the shop, alson tiwt...

We hate to keep talking about COVID, but it has made such an impact on the automotive market that is still trying to level out. While car sales and supplies have been the headlines, the lease segment has been mostly ignored.  Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk is Scott Kunes, the COO of Kunes Auto & RV Group.  With 26 years in the auto business, the family has also expanded i...

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, the crew takes a look at some of the recent car sales on Hemmings.  Some deals, some steals, and some 'damn!' prices.  In our Feature segment, Michael Marrs has been in the New Car Showroom with the 2023 Ford Maverick.  A compact pickup that is trying to revive the real small truck segment. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! -...

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For sometime now, we have been visiting with God's Garage, located in the Conroe, Texas, area.    Sometimes it is hard to imagine the hardships of other people, such as not having a vehicle.  No car means walking to the grocery store with children in tow.  Maybe a walk to the daycare isn't so bad unless it is miles away with no public transportation.  Work?   This is a group of volunteer...