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Did Bonnie and Clyde really write to Henry Ford to thank him for his fast, reliable getaway cars? Do you ever wonder what happens at the DirtFish Rally School? What's a tether car? The CarStuff show has explored these and literally hundreds of other fascinating topics to explain how some of the most amazing machines on land, sea and air actually work. So whether you want to know more about hearses or circus trains, salt flat racers or the popemobile, Scott Benjamin has you covered.
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What’s the deal with Formula 1 racing? Is it just a bunch of European adrenaline junkies with a death wish? And how does it differ from something like the American-based NASCAR or IndyCar series? In reality, there’s way more to it. F1 combines some of the world’s great engineering feats, drivers with the athleticism of Olympians, and a captivating …
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On this episode Paul and Charles talk about performance brakes on your car, and what is worth upgrading to. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carswithcocktails/ email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com…
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Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carswithcocktails/ email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com…
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Today Paul and Charles are joined by Ben from Unplugged Performance. Ben and his team are known for modifying Teslas. Ben also has a cool history in the car world, including Fast and Furious. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles ak…
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Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Jamie's Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsPwNcZlxDAxtacYv-wpUvg Jamie's Shop https://www.youtube.com/chan…
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Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carswithcocktails/ email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com…
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Everyone has a bad mechanic story. Today Charles and Paul dive into customers getting screwed by mechanics and auto repair shops. While people do get screwed some times, there is really more to it. The hosts Charles aka (The Humble Mechanic) and Paul Barrett, have a few drinks and talk about cars, the car scene and the industry in an unfiltered way…
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Today Charles and Paul jump on Instagram and take your questions. No specific topic, but some really great questions from you viewers Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotiv…
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We talk about the best suspensions mods you can do to your car. We a nuanced perspective that hopefully will help you make the right decision when upgrading your suspension. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mecha…
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Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carswithcocktails/ email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com…
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Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carswithcocktails/ email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com…
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Today Paul and Charles are joined by Honda Pro Jason. We get insights into how he got started and that awesome Yellow Civic Type R. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive …
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Car ads have become pretty boring over time. We talk about the interesting, fun and memorable car ads for us. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Co…
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What are the WORST mods you can do to a car? Well today Paul and Charles talk all about the worst mods they have seen on cars. What may surprise you is, some of those mods were their own personal cars! Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and …
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We talk about service advisors, why they sucks and how to make the relationship work as a customer or a tech. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Co…
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Today Paul and Charles talk about the truth of warranties being voided. What is TD1, how it happens, can TD1 be avoided? Will modding your car void the warranty for good? Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic…
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Hanging with Rich Rebuilds......No particular direction just good times. If you are not familiar Rich is widely known as the Tesla guy. He original started by buying a salvage Tesla and fixing it. His YouTube channel documents his path of all the road blocks he has run into along the way. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails eve…
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Paul and I chat today with Jalopnik Magazine editor Jason about his time bomb Tiguan. Paul and I teamed up to fix it ~ https://youtu.be/hRAcxGdkcZU But it's awesome to get the owners point of view. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Char…
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VW Dieselgate is a well known scandal. Get the 2020 perspective from 2 people very close to the VW industry, with some of the more current news relating to the emissions cheating that has gone on. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charl…
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Paul and Charles cover the best and worst VW models. Going back in history to talk about some of the past of being a VW mechanic over time. Check out this episode with lots of inside baseball on the VW world. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barre…
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Today we are joined by the amazing Faye Hadley. You know her from All Girls Garage, YouTube and Instagram as Pistons and Pixie Dust! Faye Hadley Youtube ~ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc0508DmRG72ILIkc4Vr8yg https://www.instagram.com/pistonsandpixiedust/ Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a vari…
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Do DIY videos for car repair help or hurt the industry? How do you know if a DIY job is something you should tackle, or leave to the pros? Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the auto…
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Get real explanations as to why car salesmen suck, from 2 people with many years of dealer experience. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails…
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APR, one of the biggest tuners in the VW/Audi world just dropped their stage 2 tune, and some related hard parts. Today Charles and Paul talk about why they might have done that, and what it means for the future of tuning cars. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The h…
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Electric cars are a polarizing topic. The discussion around electric cars often becomes and ideological one. Sit down with Paul and Charles as they talk about electric cars and the future. Will electric cars eat up the market? Are we seeing the end of ICE (internal combustion engines)? How many years will it be before EV's see significant market sh…
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Paul is joined by close friend the Humble Mechanic, and possible new co host of the show. Today they talk about the future of car shows in the US, and what it takes to make an amazing car show. Drink of the episode is a "Choose Your Own Adventure". Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Aut…
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Paul is joined by close friend the Humble Mechanic, and possible new co host of the show. Today they talk about first cars and enjoy a few gin and tonics. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Charles aka The Humble Mechanic who have many y…
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Race cars often take on some outlandish designs and rule-bending technology in their never-ending quest to go fast. Meet some of the more notable characters in the ragtag gang of unlikely speed demons. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Imagine a mile of open pavement in front of you, and no fear of a speeding ticket or jail time. Seems like a dream, but it’s a reality for drivers at The Texas Mile. Listen in as Scott and Kurt describe why the Texas Mile is such a unique test of speed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/list…
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It’s 12.9 miles of test-track that the auto manufacturers love to use as a standard for performance. But why there? Scott and Kurt explore some of the more colorful characteristics of The 'Ring, and fill you in on some tips that you can employ to stay safe if you wish to test your mettle on "The Green Hell". Learn more about your ad-choices at http…
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Paul and Max try out some outstanding malt beverage cocktails in a can, and talk about over and underrated cars. Among the vehicles discussed are the Miata, Range Rovers, Maseratis, 7 Series BMWs, MK4 Supras, Focus RS, Fiesta ST, BRZ/FRS, MK5 GTIs, B8.5 Audi S4 and more. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while disc…
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We’ve all seen the million-dollar garages that include vehicle turntables, elevators, museum-quality lighting and other fancy, expensive luxuries. Well, since none of us here at CarStuff can afford those extravagances, we’d like to share some inexpensive tips-and-tricks we’ve found to make your garage a more comfortable, and more functional, place …
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Ben has returned from his most-recent West Coast trip with plenty of stories from the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, Calif. Learn all about the founders, Robert and Margie Petersen, the history of the building itself, the $100-million renovation, and, of course, the incredible collection of vehicles that spans over 120 years of automoti…
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Join Scott, Kurt and Ben as they recap their recent visit to the Atlanta Motor Speedway – a 1.54-mile, quad-oval track that has remained on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule since 1960. After a couple laps around the banked turns, the guys were able to get out and examine the track’s well-aged surface and learn from track president, Ed Clark, how it’s…
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The allure of an ultralight aircraft is undeniable. Flying a small, hand-built aircraft off into the Wild Blue Yonder is a dream that many hobbyists have realized. Join Scott, Ben and Kurt as they talk about the good, the bad and the unusual aspects of ultralight flight. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See o…
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Max and Paul talk about their favorite cars from the 90s. This was a long list of car ranging across almost all manufacturers. To name a few of the cars mentioned, the MR2, Supras, Vipers, Neon ACR, Subaru SVX, FD RX7, 3000gt, 300ZX, E36 M3, E30 M3, Lotus Esprit Turbo, Mercedes 190e EVO, Mekur XR14, DSM Eclipse, Eagle Talon, Plymouth Prowler, GMC T…
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Dashboard-mounted cameras, also known as dash cams, are relatively inexpensive to buy, easy to install and practical to own. Join Scott, Ben and Kurt as they discuss some of the more rational reasons to own a dash cam, like saving you from insurance scammers, hit-and-run drivers and parking lot vandals. And, as you might expect, they also have a bi…
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- EV Hummers - The Future of Tuning - The Toyota Yaris GR - Putting Ad Blue in Cooling System - Borgwarner eTurbos - Aston Martin Cygnet (Scion Collab) Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Max Wobbles who have many years in the automotive …
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We all know about Jay Leno’s amazing car collection – he’s a well-known gearhead; but what about some of the other celebrities who are also into cars? They often have the time and money to amass impressive collections, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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City governments know them as sharable, dockless mobility devices. The rest of us call them electric scooters. Whether you’re a fan of the micromobility movement or not, you have to admit they’ve made us all think differently about our urban transport options. Join Scott and Kurt as they examine the electric scooter craze, and consider making some …
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We talk about the Honda e not coming to the US, Vermont Emoji license plates, and our general thoughts on Tesla. Cars with Cocktails is a show where we try new cocktails every week while discussing a variety of Automotive topics. The hosts are Paul Barrett and Max Wobbles who have many years in the automotive industry. Cars with Cocktails on Instag…
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A trip to the junkyard can be a lot of fun, but it can also end in frustration. Scattered parts, missing hardware and needlessly broken components can quickly turn your treasure hunt into a waste of time. Is there a proper way to conduct yourself in a junkyard? Are there tactics you can use that are courteous to other salvage-yard-seekers as they c…
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Are stunts perceived as even more dangerous and spectacular if they’re well-promoted and built-up ahead of time? Join Scott, Ben and Kurt as they ask: What happened to the attention-seekers; the daredevil showmen of the past? Is there a modern stunt performer with the flair and audacity of Evel Knievel? And, has anyone seen The Human Fly? Learn mor…
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2 car guys sit down to shoot the sh*t about the latest going on in the automotive world, while trying a new cocktail every week. We talk about - Porsche Taycan Range Issues - Dumb Automotive Trends (Challenger Lip Guards) - Self Driving Bars - Midget Car Racing email : carswithcocktails@gmail.com Instagram : @carswithcocktails…
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