EPISODE · Nov 7, 2023 · 57 MIN
From PACCAR to Pikes Peak: Keri Weishaar’s race to the sky in a Semi!
from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host Gran Touring Motorsports
In this episode of Break/Fix, we interview Keri Weishaar, a seasoned truck driver and mechanical engineer with a Class A CDL. Keri shares her journey from growing up aspiring to be a truck driver in a small community to achieving her goals. She discusses her experiences driving across the country, including challenging routes like Montana's snow-covered passes, and her role at Bosch Automotive proving grounds and the PACCAR Technical Center. Keri also details her thrilling co-drive with Hollywood stunt driver Mike Ryan at the 2010 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Beyond trucking, Keri's passion for motorsports led her to various forms of racing, including desert racing with Best in the Desert series, short course racing, and even a tryout with Monster Jam. She also founded Trophy Girl Designs, creating custom safety equipment and other products. Throughout her story, Keri emphasizes the importance of perseverance, community support, and pursuing one's passions, inspiring a new generation of petrol heads. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Meet Keri: A Journey in Trucking 02:57 Life on the Road: Challenges and Experiences 06:29 Training and Endorsements 15:14 Best and Worst Moments in Trucking 22:46 Women in Trucking 24:16 Favorite Trucks and Driving Experiences 28:07 The Popularity of Volvo Haulers 28:42 Manual vs. Automatic Transmissions in Semis 29:11 Fuel Efficiency Innovations 30:55 Safety Features in Modern Trucks 32:25 The Rise of EV Semis 34:05 Keri's Journey into Truck Racing 37:04 The Pikes Peak Experience 46:50 Desert Racing Adventures 50:10 Founding Trophy Girl Designs 52:40 Advice for Aspiring Female Engineers 54:18 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements ==================== 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: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram
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In this episode of Break/Fix, we interview Keri Weishaar, a seasoned truck driver and mechanical engineer with a Class A CDL. Keri shares her journey from growing up aspiring to be a truck driver in a small community to achieving her goals. She discusses her experiences driving across the country, including challenging routes like Montana’s snow-covered passes, and her role at Bosch Automotive proving grounds and the PACCAR Technical Center. Keri also details her thrilling co-drive with Hollywood stunt driver Mike Ryan at the 2010 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Beyond trucking, Keri’s passion for motorsports led her to various forms of racing, including desert racing with Best in the Desert series, short course racing, and even a tryout with Monster Jam. She also founded Trophy Girl Designs, creating custom safety equipment and other products. Throughout her story, Keri emphasizes the importance of perseverance, community support, and pursuing one’s passions, inspiring a new generation of petrol heads.
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