CarStuff
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Last episode almost 4 years agoDid 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? The CarStuff show explores fascinating topics in automotive history and culture.
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Automotive Firsts
Where was the first traffic light? What about the first car accidents? Tune in as Scott and Ben explore some of the greatest and strangest firsts in the world of autos. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 (Unlikely) Cars That Changed Everything
It's tricky to point to absolute "firsts" in the world of cars. Often two independent inventors or companies can come up with shockingly similar ideas without any direct contact. And then, every so often, there's a car with an innovation that changes everything. Join Scott and Ben as they explore this list of groundbreaking auto innovations from otherwise unassuming vehicles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The GMC Syclone
Although it was only produced in limited numbers and for a short time, the GMC Syclone remains one of the most memorable trucks in recent history. So where did it come from? What happened to it -- and can you still buy one? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
GT Cars
What are Grand Touring cars? The term derives from the Italian phrase 'gran turismo,' a tribute to the tradition of the grand tour, used to represent automobiles regarded as grand tourers -- but there's a lot more to the story. Tune in and learn more about GT cars with Scott and Ben. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Amazon build a drone army?
Imagine ordering something from Amazon and having it arrive at your home just 30 minutes later. But this wouldn't be carried by a stressed-out, human-run delivery service -- instead, Amazon would use a fleet of drones to deliver goods all around your city. Will this actually happen? Would you want Amazon's drone fleet in your neighborhood? Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo: Part 2
Join Scott and Ben as they continue the story of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo in the second part of this series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo: Part 1
For years Ben and Scott have talked about their own cars on air, and finally the time has come to tackle one of Ben's favorite subjects: the past, present and future of the Monte Carlo. Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Automotive Interior Design
What's the key to a good car interior? What techniques do lead designers use when they're crafting the interior of vehicles like the Bugatti Veyron? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the past, present and future of automotive interior design. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jetsprint: Sprint Boat Racing
Whether it's on the track, in the air or on the water, Scott and Ben love racing -- and it's high time the guys covered sprint boat racing. Tune in to learn more about this sport, from how it works to how it started and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nuts and Bolts: The Listener Mail Edition
Have you written to Scott and Ben? If so, tune in, because the guys are continuing the legendary Nuts and Bolts series. This week, it's a listener mail extravaganza. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Could you really drive a 3D-printed car across the country?
Imagine if you could print a car and then drive it across the U.S. on an epic road trip. Sure, it sounds crazy ... but perhaps not as crazy as you might think. Join Scott and Ben as they explore the strange story of the Urbee 2. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cool Car Gadgets
It's no secret: The automotive world is filled with add-on gadgets, ranging from the incredibly useful to the outer limits of the bizarre. But which ones are the best (or just the weirdest)? Join Scott and Ben as they catch you up on some of the coolest and strangest car gadgets. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kurtis Kraft and Midget Racing
No doubt about it: Frank Kurtis, Jr., was a racing genius. But how did he get started, and how did he become so instrumental to the world of midget racing? Tune in to learn more about Frank Kurtis and Kurtis Kraft. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Car Explosions: Film vs. Reality
Cars are deathtraps in action films. The slightest collision produces a fiery explosion that obliterates everything nearby. But how likely is it that a car could explode in real life? Tune in to learn more with Scott and Ben. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brass Era Cars
It's true: Once upon a time, cars were made with brass fittings. But which kinds of cars - and how did they work? Tune in to learn more about Brass Era cars with Scott and Ben. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is a tracking and recovery system for your car worth the cost?
If money is no object, then an onboard tracking system is one of the best ways to ensure that your car can't be stolen (at least, not for very long). But how much do these systems cost? Is this cost over time worth the service it provides? Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anki Drive
They're being called the 21st century version of the slot car - yet, without the slots. The cars are controlled with an iPhone, an app and Bluetooth connectivity. Tune in to learn more about these neat vehicles - including the AI that runs the opposing cars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All About Vans
Where do vans come from? What makes a vehicle a van? Join Scott and Ben as they explore everything about vans, from vintage custom vehicles to modern vans, selling statistics and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where did the school bus come from?
If you grew up in the United States, then you're probably familiar with the bright yellow busses that take children to and from school every week day. But where do they come from? Who makes them, and what happens to them when their school days are over? Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Renting an Exotic Sports Car
It's true: you can rent exotic sports cars. For less than the price of actually buying a million-dollar car, you can tool around town in some of the world's most exclusive high-performance rides. Is it a good idea? How much does it cost? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Worst Cars of the 20th Century
It's a sad truth of the auto industry: not every car will be a hit. But which ones were the absolute worst? Join Scott and Ben as they explore some of the worst lemons in the modern age. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Electronic Updatable License Plates
Will your next license plate update itself? The idea seems fairly simple: an electrophoretic display that can display messages like "stolen" or "uninsured." But how does it work - and how could it change the road? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Black Beauty: The Green Hornet's Car
From the early days of 1930's radio plays to the world of modern film, the vigilante team Green Hornet and Kato have plagued evildoers for almost a century. But there's another member to their crime-fighting team - the mysterious car called Black Beauty. Join Scott and Ben as they look at Black Beauty's origin, its gadgets and a few more surprises along the way. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is the world's oldest (running) car?
With back-to-back seating, a steam-powered engine and no steering wheel, the 1884 De Dion Bouton Et Trapardoux Dos-A-Dos Steam Runabout doesn't look like it has much in common with the modern automobile. Yet after its discovery and restoration, the world's oldest (running) car has become a piece of living automotive history. Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Honda Story
How did a small bicycle customizer grow to become one of the world's most well-known engine manufacturers? Join Scott and Ben as they take a closer look at the origin of Honda in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.