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“How much is it worth?” sounds like a simple question until you need an answer you can defend. We sit down with Greg Riley of Riley Plays Cars to get brutally clear on how car appraisals actually work, what an appraisal can and cannot prove, and why a real valuation is more than a number pulled from a price guide. If you’ve got a classic car, a collector vehicle, or even a newer luxury car you’re trying to insure properly, this conversation will save you time, money, and regret.  We walk through the biggest reasons people request an automobile appraisal: personal curiosity, insurance coverage, estate and probate situations, and vehicle donations tied to tax deductions. Greg explains why donation appraisals can involve additional IRS paperwork and why you should never assume any appraisal will “stand up” if credentials and documentation are weak. We also talk about a reality most owners hate hearing: condition grading is strict, true “#1 cars” are rare, and driving your pride and joy usually means it isn’t a top-tier showpiece valuation.  Then we zoom out to the collector car market trends Greg is seeing right now. Demand is changing as generations shift, some pre-1970 vehicles are softening, and certain restomods with modern engines and comfort features are holding stronger than older garage-built combinations. We close with practical advice on how to hire the right appraiser, why no honest pro will price your car without inspecting it, and how to plan ahead so your heirs aren’t forced to sort out values during a stressful time.  If you found this helpful, subscribe for more automotive talk, share the episode with a fellow car owner, and leave a review so more people 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]

Six-dollar gas and a dashboard that makes you dig through menus just to change the volume are two different problems with the same result: driving starts to feel harder than it should. We sit down with award-winning automotive journalist and author Jack Nerad to talk about what he’s seeing right now, from the real-world spread in fuel prices between California and Texas to the bigger cost pressures drivers feel even when fuel is only one line in the budget. Jack also takes us inside North American Car of the Year (NACTOY) testing, where jurors drive contenders back to back in Ann Arbor to spot the differences that matter in everyday ownership. We break down how the NACTOY process works, why strict ethics and independence are central to the award, and what “all-new” really means when vehicles evolve through powertrain changes, tech updates, and major redesigns. If you care about car reviews you can trust, this is the behind-the-curtain view of how those decisions get made. Then we dig into the EV market shift. Automakers committed to electric vehicle programs years ago, but demand is uneven, and the charging infrastructure experience still shapes everything. Jack shares what EV life can look like beyond local commuting, including long charging stops on road trips and why that friction hits families and rural drivers the hardest. We also talk hybrids as a practical middle path, plus the ongoing tension between sleek touchscreen-first interiors and safer, faster physical controls. Subscribe for more straight talk on cars, share this with a friend who’s shopping for their next vehicle, and leave a review to help more drivers find us. What’s your pick right now: EV, hybrid, or gas? 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]

You can trace today’s driving experience back to a handful of deceptively simple questions: How long does it really take a vehicle to stop? What happens when a nation finally commits to connected roads? And who solves the everyday problems drivers barely notice until something goes wrong? We take you through a tight, story-driven week of automotive history, starting with 1949 braking tests run on U.S. Highway 40 in Maryland, where researchers used cars and trucks pulled from regular traffic to measure real-world braking performance. That early safety research becomes a stepping stone toward the vehicle safety standards we now take for granted. From there, we zoom back to the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1921 and how focused federal funding helps build a coordinated highway network long before the interstates, changing how people, freight, and commerce move across the country. Then we spotlight inventions and industry moves that quietly define modern motoring: Mary Anderson’s 1903 windshield wiper patent that tackles the life-or-death problem of visibility, General Motors’ 1908 acquisition of Oldsmobile that helps establish the multi-brand strategy of 20th-century Detroit, and the 1940 Willys-Overland four-wheel-drive prototype that evolves into the Willys MB Jeep and an instantly recognizable automotive design. If you love automotive history, car safety, American highways, and the origins of iconic vehicles, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a fellow car nerd, and leave a review with the one moment you think changed driving the 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]

Club vs club drag racing sounds simple until you hear how the Texas Muscle Car Club Challenge actually runs it. We sit down with Scott Stregel, president of TMCCC, to break down the full format: bracket racing where every driver is chasing personal results while also earning points for their team. With clubs spread across Texas and Oklahoma and divisions built around club size, the series keeps competition fair and gives racers a reason to show up, travel, and stay consistent all season long.  Scott walks us through what race weekends look like in the real world, including out-of-town events with 80 plus cars, bigger “home” races that can push 150 entries, and the occasional back-to-back weekend where you race Saturday and do it all again on Sunday. We also get into the tech and class structure, from true street brackets on street tires to race-focused categories like pro and super pro, plus the rules that keep the playing field aligned, including why you will not see rail dragsters or motorcycles in this program.  The most surprising parts are the human ones: the pit culture where racers help competitors from other clubs troubleshoot problems, and the hard-earned tuning lessons that keep newcomers from wasting money on mismatched parts. Scott also explains what happened when TMCCC tried an EV class, why EV participation fell off, and how that impacts future rules.  If you care about Texas drag racing, bracket racing strategy, grassroots motorsports, and the community that keeps local tracks alive, hit play. Subscribe for more, share this with a racer you know, and leave a review with your take: should racing be more about winning or belonging? 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]

Fredericksburg gets all the glory, but Texas wine country is closer than you think. We’re taking you on a quick, practical tour of six wineries that make an easy day trip or weekend getaway from Southeast Texas to the Brazos Valley, with stops that feel relaxed, scenic, and refreshingly unhurried. If you’ve been searching for wineries near Houston, a low-key vineyard weekend, or a fresh Texas road trip idea, this route is built for you.  We start near the bayous at Free State Cellar in Orange, where you can unwind with patio views, handcrafted pours, and even fruit wines and frozen sangrias just minutes off I-10. Then we head toward Galveston County to Hawk Vineyards and Winery in Santa Fe, a great fit if you want a true vineyard atmosphere and a Saturday that can end with dinner along the Gulf Coast.  From there, we spotlight Bernhardt Winery near Plantersville for countryside scenery, guided tastings, tours, music events, and the option to stay overnight. We also share a more intimate pick near Brenham at 36th North Vineyard, where Texas wines meet a welcoming country feel and a standout twist: pairings with homemade desserts. To round out the list, we talk about Messina Hoff State Winery in Bryan for a full weekend experience, and West Sandy Creek Winery near Huntsville in Richards for the kind of scenic drive and quiet tasting that helps you truly slow down.  If you love travel planning, local food and drink, and finding hidden gems in Texas, hit subscribe, share this with your favorite weekend-trip friend, and leave a review with the winery you want us to visit next. 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]

Four hundred cars in one downtown square sounds wild, until you hear how Bastrop pulls it off and why it matters. We sit down with Bill Z. and Neil Jones from the Bastrop Area Cruisers to map out Heroes and Hot Rods Veterans Weekend, a Veterans Day weekend car show that blends classic cars, hot rods, community pride, and real support for the people who served. We walk through what to expect across the weekend, from the Friday night cruise-in on historic Main Street to Saturday’s packed show day with free spectator admission. If you’re bringing family or friends who aren’t there just for chrome and horsepower, Bastrop delivers: local restaurants, boutiques, record shops, distilleries, food trucks, and can’t-miss stops like the Bastrop County Museum. We also spotlight the kids area and the small-town touches that make the day feel like a festival, not just a lineup of parked cars. The heart of the conversation is the veteran tribute and the fundraising mission. We talk about the Veterans Tribute March led by a bagpiper, the flyover timed with the march, and how proceeds from the raffle and silent auction help veteran support organizations, local charities, and automotive scholarships. Then we get practical with it: how judging works across dozens of classes, why opening your hood and trunk matters, and how the club keeps its own cars out of the main competition to keep things fair. If you care about the Texas car show scene, Veterans Day tributes, and the kind of community event that’s built to welcome everyone, this one’s for you. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend planning a weekend drive, and leave a review telling us your favorite kind of car show award category. 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 calendar week can tell you a lot about how the car became more than a machine. We’re looking at November 1 through November 7 and pulling out the moments that helped shape automotive history in the United States, from the first organized communities of drivers to the legal rules that decided who could build what and how freely the American automobile industry could compete.  We start in 1895, when the American Motor League forms in Chicago while cars are still experimental and roads are built for horses and wagons. That early push for legitimacy and better conditions for motorists sets the stage for the world we take for granted today. Then we get into one of the most important themes in early auto innovation: patents. George Selden’s gasoline-powered road vehicle patent becomes a tool for demanding royalties, and Henry Ford’s refusal to accept the arrangement kicks off a battle that ends with the patent’s scope narrowed, a decision that helps keep competition alive.  From there, we jump to a design icon: the 1935 Cord 810. Front-wheel drive, independent front suspension, concealed headlights, and that unforgettable coffin nose make it feel like the future landing in a showroom, even if reliability problems keep it from mass success. We also highlight a breakthrough for women in motorsports with Paula Murphy’s historic laps at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1963, and we close with a reminder that racing results can change after the fact, as shown by the 1978 NASCAR scoring reversal that moved a win from Richard Petty to Donnie Allison.  If you like forgotten firsts, automotive legal history, classic car engineering, and legendary racing moments, hit play. Subscribe for more, share this with a fellow car nut, and leave a review telling us which story you want us to dig into next. 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 mouse doesn’t need much time to turn a “stored safely” car into a repair nightmare, and the bill can be shocking. We sit down with Ken Huening, a lifelong car guy, to unpack how rodents get into parked vehicles, why they chew wiring and nearby materials, and why the usual garage tricks like soap bars, mothballs, dryer sheets, sprays, and pepper tape often fail when it matters most. His breaking point came after multiple invasions, including damage that hit about $25,000 on one car, and it pushed him to build something that works as a true physical barrier.  Ken walks us through the thinking behind a weighted, ground-sealing car cover designed to keep rodents from nosing underneath in the first place. We dig into the details that car owners actually care about: vents to reduce trapped moisture and mold, ripstop fabric for longer life, reflective material to cut heat, and why “waterproof” isn’t always your friend when humidity gets trapped. We also talk real usability, like how the cover goes on without the usual strap-and-mirror-pocket struggle and how charging cables can route under the edge for hybrids and battery tenders.  Then we shift gears to fun: Texas fall road trip ideas and a weekend update packed with car events worth putting on your calendar, from seasonal gatherings to Veterans Weekend highlights. Subscribe for more conversations with the people who build, protect, drive, and live the automotive lifestyle, and if you enjoyed the show, share it with a car friend and leave a quick review. 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]

That “reasonable” monthly car payment can hide a brutal truth: the loan structure matters more than the sticker price once interest rates spike. We sit down with Chip Lupo from WalletHub to talk about what today’s auto loan interest rates mean for real drivers, including why borrowers with marginal credit get hit the hardest and why a fixed car note can feel even worse than fluctuating prices at the pump or the grocery store. We use Texas as a real-world snapshot, where the average car loan rate can run shockingly high, then zoom out to the choices that actually move the needle. We talk pre-approval, why credit unions often beat traditional banks, and how dealership financing can quietly pad the rate for convenience. We also get into used car loan realities, including why older vehicles can be harder to finance and why “no credit check” lots often come with sky-high APR. The biggest takeaway is simple: stop shopping only by the monthly payment. We explain why 72 and 84 month terms raise your total interest and increase the risk of going underwater, and why checking an amortization schedule can change your decision fast. We also cover down payments, the “20% rule,” and when refinancing makes sense if your credit score improves or your debt load drops. If you want practical car buying tips, smarter car financing strategies, and tools like auto loan calculators to run the numbers before you sign, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for more straight talk on cars and money, share this with a friend who’s shopping for a vehicle, and leave a review so more drivers 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 bright yellow 1939 truck named Tweety Bird rolls into the Back to the Past car show and instantly proves a point we love: classics aren’t meant to be “look but don’t touch.” We sit down with Debbie Millar and Andrew Millar to hear how this vintage truck went from dream purchase to true daily driver, handling everything from errands to multi-state road trips without a trailer and without the fear that keeps so many classics stuck in the garage. We talk about what makes an old truck actually usable today, including comfort features, smart safety choices like a tracker, and the philosophy behind building for reliability. Debbie doesn’t apologize for what’s under the hood either: a Chevy 350 small block that’s easy to service and ready to run, plus the confidence to surprise people who assume an old farm-style pickup can’t move. If you’ve been searching for real-world advice on restomods, classic truck reliability, and how to enjoy a vintage vehicle without babying it, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways. Then we get into the details that turn a build into a story, like keeping wide whitewall tires clean, dialing in the look, and adding an antique trunk in the bed for car show gear with Route 66 personality. Along the way, we hit the best part of car culture: the memories strangers share when they see a truck like this, and why you truly can’t buy that feeling no matter what offer gets thrown your way. If you like automotive stories, classic cars, road trips, and the people behind the builds, subscribe to In Wheel Time, share this with a fellow gearhead, and leave us a review. Would you drive your classic every day, or would you keep it parked? 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 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]