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A car show trophy looks simple on the table, but the decision behind it can be brutally complicated. We’re out at the Back to the Past car show talking with Ed Thurien, part of the judging crew and a lifelong car guy who has restored more than 50 vehicles. He walks us through what judges actually look for up close, how judging criteria changes from show to show, and why a fair comparison sometimes comes down to one thing: quality of build, from paint and body fit to interior details and overall execution. Then the conversation takes a sharp turn into a story every classic car owner should hear. Ed explains how aging wiring and old-school electrical layouts can create real fire risk, and how one beloved Mopar burned when corrosion and current load turned a gauge circuit into a failure point. The rebuild becomes a year-long classic car restoration and repair marathon: drivetrain work, suspension upgrades, disc brakes, returning underhood components to original, and the constant fight with replacement parts that don’t last or arrive defective. We also zoom out to the factory side of the automotive world. From Chrysler quality work and proving grounds to supplier coordination, vehicle option complexity, and the moment a tiny vendor part can trigger a stop-sell, Ed shares what most drivers never see about how cars are built and why real-world customer use can expose problems testing never catches. If you’re into car shows, Mopar history, restoration projects, or automotive engineering, this one connects it all. Subscribe for more interviews from the show field and beyond, share this with a fellow gearhead, and leave a review with your take: what should matter most when a judge picks a winner? Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A $10,700 car parked in 1922 next to a $319 Ford tells you everything about who it was built for, and today we’re standing beside that kind of rolling history. At the Back to the Past car show in Houston, we talk with Bob about his newly purchased 1922 Brewster Town Brougham, a coachbuilt luxury car from New York City that once catered to the ultra wealthy and is now rare enough that only about two dozen are believed to survive.  We dig into what made Brewster special, from its roots as an elite coach builder to its relationship with Rolls-Royce, and why the brand leaned into the Knight sleeve valve engine for a quieter ride. Then we get into the design choices that telegraphed status in the early 1900s: an open chauffeur compartment, a windshield that can change the whole look, and period details like leather wings and chauffeur doors. If you love classic car history, vintage luxury cars, and the craftsmanship behind prewar automobiles, this is the kind of nerdy deep dive that still feels like a front-row seat at the show.  From there, the conversation turns practical and personal: finding and buying rare cars, trailering them safely, what we actually drive day to day, and how collectors chase provenance across decades and even across borders. Bob also shares the story of his Packard LeBaron town car and a memorable attempt to track down an earlier owner, plus a Scotland license plate mystery that sends the research in unexpected directions. Subscribe for more car show interviews, share this with a friend who loves antique cars, and leave us a review telling us what rare vehicle you’d most want to see in person. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A Houston car show can feel like a parking lot full of chrome, until you hear the stories behind the cars and the community that gathers around them. We’re broadcasting from the Back To The Past car show at Cornerstone Academy in Spring Branch, where the SBISD Alumni Association turns a beautiful day into real support for local history, local schools, and the museum they operate on site. Between the rows of classics, muscle cars, and truly rare builds, you can feel how nostalgia becomes a living thing when people show up and share it together. We also dig into what makes Spring Branch unique, from deep neighborhood roots to the pride that comes with big anniversary years for the area’s schools and institutions. If you’re the kind of listener who loves automotive history, Houston community events, or just discovering places with real character, the museum side of this show is a surprise bonus. It’s not just cars outside, it’s stories inside, and the combination makes the whole event feel bigger than a typical weekend meetup. Then retired HPD officer and “recovering politician” Mike Knox joins us to talk about Vintage HPD, a nonprofit inspired by his son Jason’s dream of preserving the visual history of Houston Police Department vehicles. We get specific about the restored 80s and 90s cruisers, what “patrol quality” restoration looks like, and the real-world tech quirks that shaped police work, from radio experiments to early MDT computers. The best part is seeing how these vehicles now serve the public at parades and community events, giving kids a friendly way to connect with the people behind the badge. If you enjoy classic cars, vintage police cruisers, Houston history, and stories that actually go somewhere, you’ll want this one in your queue. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves cars, and leave us a review with the most memorable vehicle you’ve ever seen in person. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A 4,200-pound Dodge Demon shouldn’t be flirting with 180+ mph seven-second passes, but that’s exactly where Chris Bailey takes the conversation. We head northwest of Fort Worth to learn what Bailey’s Hyperformance Services actually does day to day, how a drag racing upbringing shaped his approach, and why late-model Mopar performance has become its own high-tech world of fuel injection, data, and repeatable combinations. We talk through the shop’s bread and butter builds for street-driven Dodge Challenger and Charger platforms, plus Durangos, Jeeps, and TRXs that need real-world reliability with real power. Chris also breaks down their 2018 Demon build, why it still matters to keep the factory-style eight-speed for certain overdrive transmission classes, and what “heavyweight” racing looks like when you’re required to scale at roughly factory weight. Along the way, we get into the wild reality of modern Hellcat power adders, from superchargers and nitrous to twin turbos and boost levels that put these cars deep into the 1,800 to 2,100+ horsepower range. Then we pivot into grudge racing, where the rules aren’t casual at all. Chris explains no-time racing, negotiated “stips” that function like contracts, car searches to enforce power-adder limits, and the “punk out” money that keeps everyone honest. We also close with a quick hit of automotive history from the week and what to watch for next. If you like drag racing, Dodge SRT engineering, and the behind-the-scenes reality of fast street cars, hit subscribe, share this with a Mopar friend, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A closed high school doesn’t have to mean a closed book. We sit down with Frank Clam, president of the Spring Branch Alumni Foundation, to trace how a rescue mission for Spring Branch High School memorabilia turned into a living Spring Branch ISD museum inside the old library at Cornerstone Academy. With Houston growing outward and neighborhoods changing fast, we dig into why preserving school district history matters and how stories can disappear when the original buildings and the people who remember them start to fade.  We get specific about what you can actually see and do: curated displays from decades of Spring Branch life, a growing oral history project you can play on museum terminals or pull up via QR code, and standout artifacts like Roger Clemens’ donated high school letter jacket. Frank also connects the dots between enrollment booms, campus closures, and the reality of gentrification, showing how a district can go from rural “boondocks” to fully surrounded by the city in a single lifetime.  Then we shift gears into pure car culture with the SBISD Alumni Association’s Back To The Past car show at 9016 Westview Drive in Houston. Think classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, trophies, BBQ, and a free museum visit all in one stop. We also run through regional automotive events and wrap with a road-trip-style guide to Texas drag strips, from community eighth-mile tracks to the Texas Motorplex, spotlighting grassroots drag racing and the places where automotive history is still loud, local, and real.  If you care about Houston history, classic cars, and Texas motorsports, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find us. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A great car show is more than chrome and trophies, it’s a well-run day that makes you feel welcome and leaves your town better than it found it. We head to Friendswood with AJ Loupe from the Space City Corvette Club to talk about Good Grub and Gears, a Houston-area charity car show that’s open to all makes and models, packed with vendors and food, and set in the shade and walkways of Stevenson Park. We also go deeper than the flyer. AJ explains how the club grew to hundreds of members, why their mission is where “passion and purpose meet,” and how they’ve focused their fundraising on Texas EquuSearch, a search and rescue organization that responds to missing-person cases and survives on donations. We talk about what it means to match cash gifts so supporters can double their impact, and why local charity support can hit harder than sending dollars far away. Then we pivot into the pure car-nerd joy: AJ’s National Corvette Museum delivery story, what makes the spring Corvette-only show different, and the kind of rare early Corvettes and personal history that make you slow down and stare. We close with quick hits from automotive history and a calendar-style roundup of racing events and local shows. Subscribe for more Texas automotive talk, share this with a friend who loves car shows for a cause, and leave a review so more people can find the stories behind the cars. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

Your next great fall drive might be closer than you think. We’re scanning the calendar and calling out the most tempting October weekend destinations across Texas, plus a couple of easy hops into Lake Charles, so you can point the car toward something fun instead of staring at another “what should we do” group text. We start with early October favorites and smart day-trip picks, including Fredericksburg Oktoberfest, Round Top’s Wine and Whiskey Weekend, and Eastland’s Ripfest, where a Texas legend shares the weekend with an annual car show. If you like mixing travel with a bit of local history, we also flag Hogtoberfest at the Varner Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, then round out the first-Saturday energy with Huntsville’s Fair on the Square and Denison’s downtown fall festival. Next, we look ahead to the following weekends so you can plan with intention. Oktoberfest Beaumont brings free admission, live music, food, beer, a wine garden, and plenty for kids at Rogers Park. Lake Charles adds a Fall Fest and Car Show with a fall market, vintage cars, vendors, and that perfect Saturday-morning coffee-and-stroll vibe. Mid October gets especially stacked with Galveston’s Arktoberfest juried fine art festival and the Galveston Railroad Museum’s Caboose Fest, plus Chuck Fest in Lake Charles and the Houston Filipino Street Festival for anyone craving culture and unforgettable street food. If you want practical road trip ideas, festival dates, and can’t-miss highlights all in one place, hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with a friend who loves a weekend drive, and leave us a review. Where are you headed first? Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

Your car key has been the same basic idea for decades, and then suddenly it isn’t. We sit down with Ian Televik, Senior Marketing Director at the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC), to unpack the fast-moving shift toward connected cars and digital car keys and what it means for everyday drivers who just want things to work. We break down what a connected car really is: a vehicle that can communicate wirelessly with other cars, smartphones, wearables, EV chargers, and more. From there, we get specific about CCC’s role as a global standards body bringing together automakers, Tier 1 suppliers, and tech leaders like Apple, Google, and Samsung to solve interoperability. If your household mixes phone brands and vehicle brands, you’ll understand why a shared technology standard is the difference between seamless access and constant setup headaches. Then we dig into CCC Digital Key, the standard designed to let your smart device act as a secure digital vehicle key inside Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet. We talk through the “why” behind it: reducing key fob costs and hassle, addressing security risks like relay attacks, and planning for real-world edge cases like a lost phone or a dead battery. We also explore new use cases including rental cars and fleet management, where keys can be provisioned with permissions and time limits instead of handed over at a counter. If you’re curious about connected car technology, digital car key security, and where mobility is headed next, this conversation will sharpen your thinking. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend who loves car tech, and leave a review with your take: would you trust your phone as your only car key? Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

The first cool front can’t get here fast enough and we’re already planning the drives. We’re putting together a list of Southeast Texas weekend road trips that feel like a real getaway without draining your wallet at the pump, including festivals, fairs, and car events that give you a reason to point the hood toward somewhere new. We start with classic Texas fall energy: the Texas Rice Festival in Winnie, the Austin County Fair and Rodeo in Belleville, and the Katy Rice Harvest Festival in historic downtown Katy. Expect practical details you can actually use, like what you’ll find when you arrive, which days matter most, and why these towns are perfect for easy day trips from Houston, Beaumont, Port Arthur, and nearby Louisiana. Then we shift into destination mode. Ghostly Galveston turns the island into an after-dark adventure with ghost tours and historic sites, while the East Texas Yamboree in Gilmer brings big tradition with sweet potato pride and the famous Tater Trot. We also spotlight the Bayou City Art Festival in Memorial Park for anyone who wants a fall Saturday that is less rodeo and more outdoor gallery. Finally, we run a fast, packed weekend auto scene update, from close-to-home meets to major draws like Hot Import Nights at NRG and Goodguys at Texas Motor Speedway, plus community shows, BBQ-fueled fundraisers, and a few longer road-trip options. If you’ve got an event we should share, send it our way and help keep the calendar full. Subscribe, share the show with your favorite driving buddy, and leave a review so more Texans can find their next great weekend drive. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A single photo can hit harder than a trophy list, and that’s the heart of our conversation with motorsports author George Levy. George joins us to talk about Motorsports Mavericks, a big, beautiful coffee table book built from the late Pete Biro’s astonishing body of work. Pete didn’t just shoot “cars on track.” He captured the humor, the danger, the exhaustion, and the moments you only get when you’re allowed far closer than today’s rules would ever permit. We dig into what it takes to curate a lifetime archive, including the reality that Biro left behind more than 250,000 images spanning Formula One, IndyCar and the Indy 500, NASCAR, drag racing, endurance racing, off-road, and land speed record history. George shares how interviews and firsthand voices turn iconic images into real scenes, from hard-working crews to the stars who lived for racing. Yes, we talk about the era of celebrity racers too, including Paul Newman’s legit skill and Steve McQueen’s relentless competitiveness. Then we pivot from the glory days to right now with a fast weekend update: car shows, cruises, and regional events, plus a quick race calendar so you can plan your next drive. If you love racing history, vintage motorsports photography, and the people behind the machines, you’ll want this one in your queue. Subscribe to the podcast, share this with a car friend, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

400 cars in the middle of downtown. Streets closed to traffic. A Friday night cruise-in that feels like a rolling reunion. Then Saturday brings judging, awards, and a Veterans March that puts the mission front and center. We sit down with Bill Szelag and Neil Jones from the Bastrop Area Cruisers to get the real story behind Heroes and Hot Rods, one of the biggest car show weekends around Bastrop, Texas. We get personal first, because every car story starts somewhere. Neil traces his love of hot rods and classics back to his grandfather’s collection and the car he always wanted, a 1957 Chevy Bel Air. Bill walks us through a 31-year career at General Motors and what “car life after retirement” looks like, from restored Oldsmobiles to a Corvette Grand Sport and an ultra-low-mileage Chevy SSR. Then we dig into the details that make this Veterans Day weekend car show work: how Friday’s cruise sets the tone, what happens during Saturday’s main event, and why the veterans ceremony matters as much as any trophy. Bill and Neil explain the fundraising model, the sponsor support that powers it, and where the proceeds go, including veteran organizations, local charities, and high school automotive scholarships. We also hit the practical stuff you want before you travel: registration limits, judging by class, parking logistics, plus downtown extras like the museum, silent auction, raffle, shopping, and restaurants. After that, we pivot to quick road trip ideas and fast automotive headlines, including the VW ID Buzz delay and what the used car affordability crunch is doing to everyday buyers. If you like classic cars, community events, and real talk about the car market, you’ll want this one. Subscribe, share the episode with a fellow car friend, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

Pontiacs are getting rarer, brand-specific car clubs are under pressure, and yet one Houston-area group is doing the opposite of shrinking. We sit down with Karl Wick from the American Pontiac Association to unpack how a nonprofit Pontiac club founded in 1982 rebuilt momentum after COVID, doubled membership in just a few years, and kept its identity without shutting the door on enthusiasts who do not currently own a Pontiac. If you care about the future of car culture, this conversation is a playbook on consistency, welcoming energy, and showing up in public with purpose.  We also get specific about two standout Texas waterfront car shows. Karl shares what makes the Galveston Pier 21 setting so special for spectators and owners alike, plus how to find details through AmericanPontiac.org. Then we dig into Woody’s Waterfront Car Show in San Leon at Topwater Grill, including how APA stepped in to keep the event growing, what turnout looks like, and the key rules and logistics that make the day run smoothly. Expect clear details like registration timing, the $30 entry fee, and the pre-2009 cutoff that keeps the field vintage-focused while still welcoming all makes and models.  To round out the hour, we jump into automotive history for the week ahead and deliver a Texas-friendly race card and weekend events calendar covering dirt oval racing, short track asphalt, and regional meets. Subscribe for more car shows, motorsports schedules, and real-world stories from the people keeping the hobby alive, and if you enjoyed it, share the episode and leave a review where you listen. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A car can be ahead of its time and still get remembered for the loudest headline. That’s exactly why we brought on Greg “Riley” Riley, Corvair author, lifelong enthusiast, and engine builder, to walk with us through what the Chevrolet Corvair actually was and what really happened to its reputation. We start with the 1950s roots of the project under GM engineering legend Ed Cole and why Chevrolet aimed the Corvair directly at Volkswagen. Then we follow the market twist that turned a plain economy idea into the sporty Monza phenomenon, plus the sales numbers that don’t match the “failure” narrative. From there, Riley breaks down the core of the controversy: Ralph Nader, Unsafe at Any Speed, the early swing axle rear suspension, and how tires and media coverage shaped public perception. We also talk about the other earthquake that hit the segment, the 1964 and a half Ford Mustang, and why a conventional layout stole attention from a truly unconventional American car. Along the way we nerd out on the Corvair’s innovations: a rear-engine air-cooled flat-six years early, turbocharging in 1962, the original “frunk” before EVs made them cool again, and model details like the Lakewood wagon’s unique glass. Riley also clears up the fan belt myth with practical advice about correct belt design and proper tension. Then we shift gears with Texas road trip inspiration featuring cabooses, ranch stays, and dogtrot-style lodging, and we close with automotive news you can use: IRS auto loan deduction rules, gap coverage, negative equity, Federal Reserve rate increases, and dealership growth in the Sunbelt. If you like smart car history, real-world ownership tips, and a little road trip fuel, hit subscribe, share the show with a car friend, and leave us a review. What’s your hottest Corvair take? Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

Texas doesn’t always cool off when the sun goes down, so if you’re staring at the same four walls and thinking there’s “nothing to do,” we’ve got a better plan: point the car toward a drive-in movie and let the night do the rest. We talk about why drive-in theaters still feel special, from the simple fun of loading up a car with friends to that moment when the sky gets dark and the first feature finally starts.  We put five Texas drive-in theaters on our road trip list, starting with the Galaxy Drive-In in Ennis, a multi-screen spot just south of Dallas that mixes current movies with the occasional classic. From there we head to Stars and Stripes Drive-In in New Braunfels, which leans into a retro 1950s movie-night vibe and makes it easy to turn a showtime into an overnight getaway. We also share a personal story from a Hot Rod Tour stop where one screen was reserved, Smokey and the Bandit played, costumes showed up, and the lot filled up with cars and lawn chairs.  Then we go west to Big Sky Drive-In near Midland, where the wide-open West Texas scenery and radio-transmitted audio make the sunset feel like part of the program. To round it out, we highlight smaller, older single-screen gems like the Graham Drive-In, recognized as the oldest continually operating drive-in in Texas, and the Brazos Drive-In in Granbury, a classic double-feature stop that pairs perfectly with a historic downtown and lake-country weekend. We also share a key planning tip: check the schedule, because not every Texas drive-in runs seven nights a week. If you love Texas travel, movie history, and easy summer road trip ideas, hit play, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a quick review letting us know your favorite drive-in. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]

A single week on the calendar can hold the whole arc of car culture: obsession, innovation, shortcuts, and consequences. We start in 1948 with what sounds like a normal used-car buy, when Al Moss picks up an MG TC in Southern California. That small British sports car lights a fuse. Racing, driving around Los Angeles, and frustration with weak dealer support eventually push Moss to open his own shop, which grows into Moss Motors, one of the best-known sources for MG and British sports car parts in America. Then we jump to speed and controversy at Talladega. The inaugural Talladega 500 in 1969 brings the Dodge Charger Daytona to NASCAR, complete with the dramatic nose and massive rear wing that defined an era of homologation specials. We talk about the driver boycott over tire failure fears, why the Daytona still wins, and how the Plymouth Superbird fits into the same aero story, right down to the practical vinyl-top detail that helps you tell them apart. From there it’s rapid product evolution with the first major 1966 Ford Mustang update and what those changes say about the Pony Wars and manufacturing pressure. We also highlight Road Atlanta’s opening day with Can-Am and how it becomes a landmark American road course. Finally, the mood shifts hard with Dieselgate: the 2015 EPA announcement that Volkswagen and Audi diesels allegedly used software to recognize emissions testing, turning a technical issue into one of the biggest corporate scandals in modern American history. If you love automotive history, classic cars, NASCAR legends, the Ford Mustang story, and the real-world impact of emissions regulation, hit play. Subscribe, share with a car friend, and leave us a review with the moment that surprised you most. Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk! ----  -----  Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time?       Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 9aCT simulcasting on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com. In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device. Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates! Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/ https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltime https://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTime For more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at  [email protected]