Drive Thru News #53 - It's Cheaper to Keep'er! episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 28, 2025 · 1H 57M

Drive Thru News #53 - It's Cheaper to Keep'er!

from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host Gran Touring Motorsports

The Drive Thru Episode 53, provides a mix of automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news segments. Hosts discuss various topics, including NASCAR's 2023 season, a Jeep Model Year Showcase, and a behind-the-scenes look at Kirt Webster Racing. Other highlights include Electric Vehicles, the latest from Tesla, the emerging trend of hybrid technology, and a deep dive into Dodge's surprising zombie car sales statistics. Additionally, the show examines the financial struggles and mergers across the auto industry, Toyota's complex stance on EVs, and the significance of the legendary VR6 engine's final production. Personal reflections on favorite imports like the Renault Clio V6, trends in sim racing, and reviews of pop culture car shows are also featured. The episode concludes with a tribute to Mary McGee, a motorsport pioneer, discussions on the F1 2025 season, including Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, and a crash report on Audis in the Dakar Rally and various F40 accidents. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Automotive News and Comeback Songs 00:01:27 Winter Recap and Car Repairs 00:03:58 Car Market Trends and Financial Insights 00:11:50 EV Market Challenges and Industry Predictions 00:24:48 Volkswagen's Struggles and Industry Overview 00:30:26 Data Privacy Concerns in the Automotive Industry 00:34:28 Tesla's Cybertruck and EV Market Realities 00:45:16 BMW's Badge Reversal and Dodge's Zombie Cars 00:47:51 Chevy's Quiet Recall and Pedestrian Safety Rant 00:49:51 Motorcycle Legend Mary McGee and VR6 Tombstones 00:50:48 Renault's Hot Hatch and other Quirky French Cars 00:53:48 Grey Market Classics: Top Picks and Debates 01:02:14 Grandma's Burnout and Senna's Porsche Adventure 01:11:03 Tesla's Recalls and Cybertruck Controversies 01:20:25 F40 Carnage: A Tale of Two Wrecks 01:23:25 Rich People Problems: Hypercars vs. Classic Cars 01:28:44 Motorsports News: Hamilton, Ferrari, WRC, Sim Racing and More 01:48:34 Final Thoughts and Announcements ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Jan 28, 2025

Embed this episode

The Drive Thru Episode 53, provides a mix of automotive, motorsport, and car-adjacent news segments. Hosts discuss various topics, including NASCAR’s 2023 season, a Jeep Model Year Showcase, and a behind-the-scenes look at Kirt Webster Racing. Other highlights include Electric Vehicles, the latest from Tesla, the emerging trend of hybrid technology, and a deep dive into Dodge’s surprising zombie car sales statistics. Additionally, the show examines the financial struggles and mergers across the auto industry, Toyota’s complex stance on EVs, and the significance of the legendary VR6 engine’s final production. Personal reflections on favorite imports like the Renault Clio V6, trends in sim racing, and reviews of pop culture car shows are also featured. The episode concludes with a tribute to Mary McGee, a motorsport pioneer, discussions on the F1 2025 season, including Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, and a crash report on Audis in the Dakar Rally and various F40 accidents.

Distinct summary based on available episode metadata or transcript content.

Ready to play

Drive Thru News #53 - It's Cheaper to Keep'er!

0:00 1:57:30

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show?

This episode is 1 hour and 57 minutes long.

When was this BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show episode published?

This episode was published on January 28, 2025.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!