Torque n Power Podcast

On this episode we catch up with Ross Tapper who was recently awarded the Order of Australia. We chat with Ross and what this accolade means to him. We also catch up with David Smith and get a preview of Targa Albany Sprint. Todd and Nick then discuss the up coming Formula 1, MotoGP and Supercar season for 2021.

It is not often we have three guests on the Podcast, all of whom represent a second generation of Drag Racing. On this episode we have Andrew Katavatis along with his wife Michelle (Adamos) and Andrew's Crew Chief James Rowland. Collectively they are an amazing second generation of drag racers representing over 100 years in the sport collectively. Andrew tells us of his journey from Modified into...

In this Podcast we look back at some of our content over the 100 Episodes. In particular we relive the following interviews – John Zappia - 6 minutes, 6 seconds Luke Nieuwhof - 11 minutes, 12 seconds Jamie Paolucci - 16 minutes, 45 seconds Harry and Meghans Wedding - 21 minutes, 48 seconds Kelly Bettes - 25 minutes Our first outside broadcast (Benzene Detailing Cancer Council Fundraiser) - 29 minu...

This is the second part to the 2 part 100th Episode at the Shannons Gone but not forgotten Holden Show. • Claude Dalese - 2 minutes, 24 seconds • Marco D’Úlisse – 10 minutes, 48 seconds • Athena Burton – 15 minutes, 37 seconds • Bob Walton – 20 minutes, 21 seconds • Julian Scaffidi – 27 minutes, 37 seconds • Darren O’Neill – 31 minutes, 30 seconds • Josh Gilroy – 34 minutes, 08 seconds • Perth Cit...

It's that time of the year where we get together and celebrate the year that was with our special Christmas Episode. We chat live from Tassels Place Bar and Bistro with Nick Dicembre, Simon Travaglini, Todd Brinkworth, Pixelculture's David Turk and #Becauseracecar Brendan Franklin.

Well Episode 100 is here and what an honour it is to be part of the Gone But Not Forgotten Holden on through time car show held by Shannons. There was a collection of just about every Holden on display at City Motors in Leederville. Here is Part 1 of our 2 part 100th Episode - • Intro • Mike Safet - 14 minutes, 42 seconds • John Nolan and Robert Bailey – 18 minutes, 58 seconds • Craig Wall – 31 mi...

On this episode we have Andy and Mick Kahle in the studio along with Warren Sander on Zoom. Andy tells of her battle with breast cancer and the inspiration she drew to build her second car drag car Mamas Toy – a Blown Hemi powered Mercedes CLK320 built by our co-host Simon Travaglini. Warren Sander’s late wife Terri was Super Street Australian Champion in 2010 and battled cancer from the early 200...

On this episode we are joined by James McDonald of Shannons Insurance who gives us a preview to the "Gone But Not Forgotten" Holden on Through Time Car Show which will be held At City Motors in Newcastle St Leederville on the 13th of December 2020. While in the studio James also talks us through Shannons Club Website and the current online Auction they are running. We also cover off on Shannons Cl...

We discuss the SSC Tuatara claimed Top Speed record run of 331MPH and how the internet generated enough doubt over this record. We also discuss the immediate future of Supercars with the departure of Roger Penske and the demise of the Adelaide 500. We also discuss in detail the new IHRA Real Street Class - a must for all of our drag racing fans. We also discuss some movie replica cars on the marke...

On this Episode we catch up with Targa West entrants, Paul Pernechele, Will White, Chris Caruso, Mark Cates, Brendan Anesbury and event winner Mark Greenham.

On this Bathurst 1000 Special Episode we cover the entire running of the 2020 Great Race. We give our lens on the entire weekend and our thoughts on some of the incidents and commentary over the 1000kms. Our favourite Drag Racing event was on the weekend as well - Sweet 16 and No Mercy 11 - we run through the finals from both events. While we are at it we cover MotorGP and how would Nicks XW go wi...

On this episode we get a preview of Targa West from Ross Tapper and David Smith. They give away of few gems in this podcast so you don't want to miss this one. While we are at it we also catch up with Brendan Franklin of #Becauseracecar who attended Powercruise and gives us an update from there as well. https://www.targawest.com.au/ https://www.becauseracecarshop.com.au/

On this special episode of the Podcast we chat with Brand Content Director of Street Machines Bauer Media Simon Telford and Deputy Editor Scott Taylor. The brand name Street Machine is synonymous in the car culture of Australia since the very early 80’s. A true survivor in todays digital world, the printed medium of Street Machine Magazine is still a mainstay for car enthusiasts across Australia....

This is a special episode recorded live from Benzene Detailing for Australias Biggest Morning Tea. This Car SHow is a charity event for the Cancer Council of Australia where funds are raised for one of Australia's longest standing foundation. A number of sponsors assist in making this event happen - Benzenes Detailing Swissvax Australia & New Zealand Barbaro Brothers Quality Butchers Woolworths Si...

On this episode we discuss the true meaning of what constitutes a street car. We also discuss the state of Formula 1, with the departure of the last family involved in the sport what will the field look like now that Williams family has sold their interest in their team. We also review the MotoGP season so far, followed by Simon and Todd giving us an update on some of their projects they have been...

On Episode 093 we discuss the Supercars latest moves in 2020 amid calendar changes late in the session. We also discuss cars that became famous for the wrong reasons, NHRA's decision to ban all political advertising on competitors cars and Perths famous Zig Zag closure. Todd talks us through his Nurburgring driving experience from a few years ago and the inbuilt child carrying capabilities of the...

On this weeks weekly wrap we cover off on Formula 1 from Spa, Supercars from Townsville and resale values of Supercars.

We wrap up this motorsport news and results - MotoGP from Red Bull ring, Supercars from Darwin and Formula 1 from Spain. https://www.autoone.com.au/

This is a huge episode where we catch up with Drag Racing sensation Emma Begley. Second generation racer Emma, pilots the 4000Hp Nitro Funny Car "Lets Boogie" for the Cowin Family. From starting out in Junior Dragster to one the top tiers of Drag Racing in the Cowin Family Dynasty, Emma has forged her way to become a mentor for young Australian fans and is a leading contender in the Aeroflow Outla...

Catch Nick and Todd at Targa South West 2020 as they catch up with some of the drivers from this event that takes place in Pemberton, Northcliffe and surrounding areas.

We wrap up this weeks Formula 1 from Silverstone and MotoGP from Andalucia Jerez Spain. For your chance to win an Auto One $50.00 Gift Card you must tune into Episode 091 -->> https://bit.ly/31pVX5I https://www.autoone.com.au/

On this episode of the Podcast we have a sit down with Stan Khose and James McDonald of the Australian Street Machine Federation (WA). We discuss the work the ASMF(WA) are doing with the Department of Transport WA and some of the issues they have identified in terms of vehicle modification applications. The ASMF(WA) have done significant work and research in terms of Modified Vehicles and their ac...

Something a little different - we wrap up all the weekends Motorsport news separate from our main Podcast this week in our TNP - Weekly Motorsport Wrap 21st of July 2020. We chat MotoGP, Supercars and Drag Racing Rumours

On this episode of the Podcast we catch up with former Super Sedan Drag Racer and 02/03 WA Championship Winner Greg Carter. Greg has a unique perspective of Drag Racing given his background in one of WA’s largest building companies and how he has applied his business world experience to not only Drag Racing but his business - Pro Auto Service Centre. We also discuss our memories of the 2011 Wester...

We catch up with Street Machine Hot Rod Editor and Street Machine Journalist Boris Viskovic. Boris is a well renown photographer and journo and has operated on a full-time basis since 2004. He tells us of his journey from IT industry to working for Australia’s premier Modified Motoring Magazine. We cover off on Formula 1’s first race in 2020 and how Ferrari and Renault already look to be strugglin...