Behind the Wheels: Exploring the Shelby Automotive Program, and the Grand Wagoneer!
About this episode
Ron Lou Ellen, director of the Shelby Automotive Program, shares insights into the unique educational opportunities offered at Northeast Texas Community College, including a partnership with the Shelby Foundation. The program focuses on automotive repair and customization, preparing students for various roles in the industry. The episode also features a review of the 2023 Grand Wagoneer, highlighting its luxury features, performance, and pricing, along with discussions on the automotive industry's technician shortage and the importance of training new talent.
Join us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk as we take a road trip over to Northeast Texas Community College, where we dig into the Shelby Automotive Program. Currently the only automotive program created and endorsed by the late Carroll Shelby, and now supported by the Shelby Foundation. We are going to talk with Ron Luellen, Director of the Shelby Automotive Program about the start and ongoing work that the foundation is doing. We did not know that Carroll Shelby was born in Pittsburg, Texas, and always had wanted to start something educational in that region. Up stepped Northeast Texas!
Join us as we uncover the story behind a unique program that unlocks the world of automotive repair for enthusiasts of all ages. A conversation with Ron Llewellyn, the director of the Shelby Automotive Program based in Pittsburgh, Texas, provides valuable insights into the industry and the opportunities it presents. Ron introduces us to the Shelby brand, but also emphasizes how his program extends beyond it, giving students a solid foundation in all aspects of automotive repair.
We have our events feature about upcoming car shows, the race card, and we take a look at the 2023 Grand Wagoneer, a full-size luxury SUV with some Jeep off-road credentials.
All this and more on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk!
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