Shirley Muldowney, Cindy Cisson, Stahl's Musem and more!
Talking Classic Cars with Wayne Carini and Jay Ward
Talking Classic Cars with Wayne Carini and Jay Ward Mar 26, 2024
Shirley Muldowney, Cindy Cisson, Stahl's Musem and more!

Shirley Muldowney, Cindy Cisson, Stahl's Musem and more!

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Shirley Muldowney, Cindy Cisson, Stahl's Musem and more!
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Women's History Month

It's a special month where people celebrate what women have done in history, including in car racing and car building.

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drag racing

Drag racing is a kind of car race where drivers try to go as fast as possible in a straight line over a short distance.

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motorsport

Motorsport means racing cars or motorcycles in competitions. People race to see who is the fastest or best at driving.

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fuel pump

A fuel pump is a part that moves gas from the car's tank to the engine so it can run. Some race cars have two pumps to send more fuel.

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PSI

PSI is how we measure pressure, like how hard the fuel is pushed to the engine. Higher PSI means more pressure.

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eliminations

Eliminations mean that if you lose a race against someone else, you're out and can't keep racing.

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qualifying

Qualifying is like a time trial where drivers try to go as fast as possible to earn a good spot at the start of the race.

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one and done

One and done means you get only one try, and if you lose, you're out for good.

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NHRA

NHRA is a big group that runs drag races, which are very fast car races in a straight line. They organize many races for people who like fast cars.

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hot rod

A hot rod is an old car that someone has fixed up and made faster and cooler, usually by changing the engine and other parts.

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nitro methane

Nitro methane is a special kind of fuel that drag racers use to make their cars go really fast. It helps the engine burn more fuel and makes the car super powerful.

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horsepower

Horsepower tells you how strong a car's engine is. More horsepower means the car can go faster and accelerate quicker.

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fuel dragster

A fuel dragster is a very fast race car that uses special fuel to go super quick in a straight line for a short race.

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oil pressure gauge

This gauge shows how much pressure the engine oil has inside the car's engine. Good oil pressure means the engine is getting enough oil to keep it running smoothly.

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fuel pressure gauge

This gauge shows how hard the fuel is being pushed to the engine. The right pressure helps the car run well, especially when doing things like burnouts or racing.

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burnout

A burnout is when a car's wheels spin really fast but the car doesn't move forward, making the tires smoke. Drivers do this to get better grip before a race.

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throttle stop

A throttle stop is something that stops the gas pedal from going all the way down, so the car doesn't go too fast or get out of control.

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funny car

A funny car is a special kind of race car used in drag racing. It looks different from regular cars and is built to go very fast in short races.

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Rookie of the Year

Rookie of the Year means the best new driver in a racing season.

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Documentary

A documentary is a movie that tells a true story or explains something real to help people learn about it.

Morgan Organ Plus
Car

Morgan Organ Plus

The Morgan Plus 4 is a small, old-fashioned sports car made in Britain that looks like cars from a long time ago. It is made by hand and is very light, so it is fun to drive. People talk about it because it mixes old styles with some newer parts.

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movie cars

Movie cars are special cars that you see in movies. They sometimes become famous because of the movies they are in.

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Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach is a famous car event where people show off very special and old cars. The best car there wins a big prize called 'Best in Show'.

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Leslie Special

The Leslie Special is a special car that was owned or used by famous actors Tony Curtis and Natalie Wood, making it well known to movie and car fans.

Shelby GT500
Car

Shelby GT500

The Shelby GT500 is a special, very fast version of the Ford Mustang made to be even stronger and better to drive. It has a big engine and looks tough, so many people who like muscle cars really like it. It's one of the best Mustangs you can get.

Ford Mustang
Car

Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang is a famous sporty car from America that lots of people like because it looks cool and goes fast. The GT350 and GT500 are special versions that are even faster and better to drive. People talk about them because they mix old-style muscle car looks with new technology.

Chrysler Imperial
Car

Chrysler Imperial

The Chrysler Imperial is a very fancy and expensive car made a long time ago. The 1931 model is special because it was built with a lot of care and was very comfortable to drive. People like to talk about it because it shows how cars used to be made for rich people.

Porsche 911
Car

Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 is a famous fast car that has a unique shape and a special engine placed at the back. The 1976 911 S is an older model that many people love because it drives really well and looks great. It's popular because it has been made for a long time and still looks cool.

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catalytic converters

Catalytic converters help clean the car's exhaust so it doesn't pollute the air as much. They change bad gases into safer ones before they leave the car.

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daily driver

A daily driver is the car you use every day to get around, like going to work or running errands.

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car auction

A car auction is like a sale where people bid money to buy cars, sometimes special or rare ones.

Ford Torino
Car

Ford Torino

Pontiac was a car company that made strong and fast cars. The Talladega Torino is one of their famous muscle cars that was good for racing and had a big engine. People talk about it because it is a cool old car that many collectors like.

Chevrolet Corvette
Car

Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevrolet Corvette is a well-known fast car from America that many people like because it looks sharp and is very powerful. It has been made in many versions over the years and is often seen at car shows and races. People enjoy it because it gives a lot of speed for the money.

Cadillac Eldorado
Car

Cadillac Eldorado

The Cadillac Eldorado is a big, fancy car that was very popular in the 1960s. The 1967 model looks stylish and has a strong engine, making it a nice car to drive and show off. People like it because it represents luxury and cool design from that time.

Buick Grand National
Car

Buick Grand National

The Buick Grand National is a fast car from the 1980s that looks mostly black and can go very quickly. It was special because it had a turbo engine that made it strong. People like it because it was a powerful car that didn't look too flashy.

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retooling

Retooling means changing the machines and tools that make cars so they can build a new or different version of the car.

Buick Skylark
Car

Buick Skylark

The 1953 Buick Skylark is a fancy and rare car from the early 1950s that looks very nice and was made to be comfortable. It was Buick's way of making a special car for people who wanted something elegant. People talk about it because it shows old-style American car design.

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Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Motor Speedway is a big race track where car races happen, especially NASCAR races. People also gather there for car shows and events.

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car clubs

Car clubs are groups of people who like cars and meet up to show their cars and have fun together.

Company

Bertone

Bertone is a company from Italy that designs cars. They helped make some famous and beautiful cars in the 1960s and 1970s.

Lamborghini Miura
Car

Lamborghini Miura

The Lamborghini Miura is a very fast and beautiful car made in the 1960s. It was one of the first cars to put the engine in the middle, which helped it go faster and handle better. People talk about it because it changed how sports cars were made and looks amazing.

Lancia Stratos
Car

Lancia Stratos

The Lancia Stratos is a small, very fast car made for racing on rough roads in the 1970s. It won many important races because it was built to be quick and easy to handle. People like to talk about it because it was one of the best rally cars ever.

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