No Driving Gloves
John Viviani
Last episode 7 months agoYour turbocharged podcast for all things collector cars! Join hosts Derek and John—restoration gurus with decades of industry know-how—as they rev up discussions on automotive history, restoration tips, and museum marvels. Buckle up for dynamic episodes with special guests, turning every listen into a thrilling ride through the world of collector cars. Unleash your passion with the ultimate gearhead resource, No Driving Gloves!"
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Episodes (415)
Catching Up and Looking Back 107
The guys are all back and try to catch up on what has been going on. Then we try and find a car of the 10-19 Decade,
Too Much Power? 106
Sean Yoder joins the show. The conversations cover everything from electric cars, start-stop technology, teen driving, do cars have too much HP, and few other quick topics.
Tesla Cybertruck Finally 105
We waited. Took in all the info. Now we talk Tesla Cybertruck.
Destroying Classics SHO-E 195
We jump right in the middle of a discussion on modifying and "destroying" cars, for the greater good. Then, of course, we discuss the Mustang Mach-E. Is it the right thing? Is it the right name? Do we need it?
The Return, the SEMA, Cross Country, the Cannonball 104
After an unexpected break, everyone returns and fills you in. #SEMA, Corvette donations, new ventures, travel, and somehow the Cannonball. (Of course, we recorded on Wednesday and on Thursday #Vinwiki and Ed post a video...) Join us and comment on the new editing style that will help keep us more regular.
Jerry Dixey Still Crusin 103
Jerry Dixey from Street Rodder magazine had dinner with Will. Then we grabbed him for an after-dinner conversation. We talk hot rod, street rods, vans, pedal cars and more. After Jerry we talk about giving away a dragstrip and making to much noise at a different strip.
What does Turbo mean? 102
Everyone had active weeks. LS Fest, Old Car Festival, John bought a Van (part 2). Then we touch on installing airbags on a minivan. Kevin Hart and safety in hot rods gets talked about. Then we wrap up discussing Porsche Electric Turbo models. (And how Porsche defines the word Turbo)
John's Reality Check 101
John is beginning to grow up and is dumping his new cars for something used. $5-6K. He asks Will and Derek for advice. John struggles.
Monterey Auctions 99
There might have been 70,000,000 things to talk about in Monterey, but we only get into 17,000,100 of them. See what the guys' comments are about what went on in Monterey on a hot August night.
Collecting Smalls 98
Don't have room for 6 cars? Don't have money for 3 cars? Derek and John discuss some of the smaller items they have in their collections. Where they find them. Why they have them. Even some financial advice.
Type 64 and Duesenberg Problems 100
Our guest, Adam Martin, was in the room when the "Porsche" Type 64 "bid to $70million. He gives us the 1st person account. Then we talk using our cars, roadside Duesenberg repairs, and old friends. The hosts are slightly different for the 100th episode of NDG, but the backgrounds are the same.
Wisconsin Highway Patrol 97
The Wisconsin Highway Patrol is back in the news for ticketing a 32 Ford for having modifications. This is a great example of how we as car hobbyists need to stay on top of what is happening to preserve our hobby. John and Will discuss the situation, why it is important, and what can be done. We released this early for anyone attending the Iola Car Show to maybe help the discussion on the topic. Links to the first two of three parts to this story- https://www.oldcarsweekly.com/blogs/wisconsin-vehicle-equipment-case-is-being-watched https://www.oldcarsweekly.com/blogs/senator-helps-hot-rodders-in-wisconsin-vehicle-equipment-case
Iaccoca and Icons 96
With the passing of Lee Iaccoca- Derek and John bump up their discussion of automotive icons. They cover the last 130 years of Icons to the American Automotive Manufacturing Industry. How they impacted the industry, design and our lives.
Flashback!
It is a holiday week at NDG, but we didn't want to leave you without an episode! We are going back in time to Episode 2 Electrifying Car Talk. We talk about electric cars and Tesla. We will be revisiting this topic within the next few weeks and a refresher is good for everyone. So enjoy and listen to the newbies in one of the earliest casts.
Museum Good? Collector Bad? 95
After a video was posted on the internet about how museums are bad, No Driving Gloves takes a look from the other side. Maybe the tables should be turned? Maybe not? You tell us.
The Hollywood Cars 94
We somehow missed our topic this week and strayed off on movie and TV cars. Who has the best history for TV cars? What was the most exciting must see car movie? Well we didn’t really answer those questions but provided food for thought.
The Dumbest Things 93
In 70+ year of collectors cars, we have heard some stupid things. While this isn't a complete list, we do bring up some of the dumbest and oddest things we have seen or heard in the industry. We also start our countdown to episode 100 with a special announcement in this episode!
We Try Wrap 92
Will's wrap up of McPherson Car Show, then we talk wrap and paint.
Today's Kids and Cars 91
Are today's children growing up to be "Car People"? Derek and John feel there is hope. Find out why they this way. Derek gets a new "toy".
Auto Shows 89
Having attended their respective local new car Auto Shows John and Derek discuss some the great things they provide. Of course, they also hit on a few complaints about the shows and maybe a few of the manufactures shortcomings.
McPherson College 90
McPherson College is talked about often on No Driving Gloves as it is John and Will's alma mater. The first weekend in May the school hosts a car show presented by the Restoration Students. They take this opportunity to discuss their time at the college and how McPherson has led them to the lives they enjoy today.
Diminished Value Collector Car? 88
A classic gets damaged, does it have an impact on value? Cash. Historic. John and Derek approach these topics. When does a salvage title matter, at what age do we lose concern? Again maybe providing more questions than answers. They close with a serious "sinkhole" of a question.
Undiscovered Classics 87
Geoff Hacker with Undiscovered CLassics and Forgotten Fiberglass joins John and Derek this week to discuss his passion for finding, locating, and saving the creations of automotive innovators from the past. Geoff keeps alive the one-two -or three offs that were created by hand filling someone's dream. Sometimes these cars made a small production run, sometimes not. There are a lot of twists and turns to the conversation in this 65 minutes of discussion.
He Da Bidder! 86
After tackling major shows last week, all 3 guys join forces to discuss auctions. Too many? Some insight on bidding? Good for the hobby? Can you go just to look and not buy? ALl this and more!
Are We Too Showy? 85
Are there too many national shows/Concours on the calendar? While Derek takes a week off Will and John take a look at this question. They also touch on the life of the self-employed.