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We get nostalgic on the evolution of car maintenance, from oil changes in the driveway to the painstaking preservation of automotive antiquity, and we shed light on the spectrum of opportunities for aficionados, including the high-octane thrills of vintage car racing.Strap in for a candid conversation about the thrills and spills of vintage car racing, an affair where the roar of a '65 Volvo Amazon 122S isn't just background noise—it's a siren song for the soul. Together with Jeff, we recount experiences on the winding roads of the Carrera Panamericana and the storied straights of the Mille Miglia. From the nuts and bolts of managing a vintage rally car to the eyebrow-raising explanations we try on our bemused loved ones, this is a tale of passion, pistons, and the unspoken language of lifelong motorheads.Finally, we shift from the classics to the contemporary marvel that is the latest Toyota Tundra, a behemoth that blends brute strength with a touch of elegance. Michael Marrs shares the details of its luxurious trimmings and the beastly purr of its hybrid V6 engine, all while taking you on a virtual test drive that's as immersive as the Tundra's JBL sound system. And if the paint job doesn't dazzle you, a stopover at Gulf Coast Auto Shield for the expert touch might just seal the deal, as we reveal how a little care can go a long way in keeping your ride in showroom condition. Join us for an episode where every tale is a gear in the grand machine of car culture.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, 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/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":24.505,"endTime":34.771,"type":"car","title":"Toyota Tundra","url":"/cars/toyota/tundra","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/dc/2022_Toyota_Tundra_Limited_CrewMax_Short_Bed_4x4_with_TRD_Off-Road_Package%2C_front_left%2C_11-01-2022.jpg","quote":"...s will have an in depth review of the 2024 Toyota Tundra Capstone edition. 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