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• Life at Speed: Hurley Haywood (Pitstop Mini-sode)

  In this Pitstop Mini-sode host Rick Hughey from the International Motor Racing Research Center interviews legendary racing driver Hurley Haywood. Hurley details his early family background and upbringing in Illinois, where he developed a passion for driving. His formal education took him to Boston, Vermont, and Florida, where he met Peter Gregg, sparking his racing career.  After transitioning from motorcycles to AutoCrossing with a Corvette, Hurley impressed Gregg and joined his racing crew. With support from his father, Hurley pursued professional racing, leading to significant accomplishments such as winning multiple IMSA Championships. He shares experiences including his time during the Can-Am series, racing a Porsche 917 and highlights the transition to driving for other teams and the disciplined environments they provided. He reflects on notable races, including his three Le Mans victories and his involvement in the International Race of Champions (IROC). Hurley emphasizes the evolution of racing into a marketing tool and provides insight into the strategic planning behind modern racing series. This episode was originally recorded in August 2004 at Watkins Glen International and has been remastered for this podcast. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Early Life and Racing Beginnings 01:58 Meeting Peter Gregg and Early Racing Career 03:37 First Major Wins and Military Service 04:23 IMSA Championships and Can Am Series 05:19 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing 05:54 The Can Am Experience 07:50 Racing with Brumos and Prototype Cars 15:56 Marketing and Evolution of Racing 20:01 Le Mans and Daytona Comparisons 22:14 International Race of Champions 23:55 Conclusion and Credits ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family. 

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• Evening With A Legend: Hurley Haywood

  Tonight, we have an opportunity to bring a piece of Le Mans to you, sharing in the Legend of Le Mans with guests from different eras of over 100 years of racing.  Hurley Haywood, a name synonymous with endurance racing excellence! Over the course of 13 attempts at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, Hurley cemented his legacy as one of the greatest sports car drivers of all time. From his debut in 1977 to his final start in 1994, Hurley was more than just a driver—he was a force to be reckoned with. Whether battling through the night or sharing the cockpit with icons like Jacky Ickx and Al Holbert, his impact on endurance racing is undeniable. With three overall victories, and five podium finishes, all behind the wheel of a Porsche… his story is one of relentless determination, precision, and an uncanny ability to push both man and machine to their limits. We’ll break down his Le Mans career, the highs and lows, and what made Hurley Haywood a legend in the world of Le Mans and beyond.  ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Hurley Haywood's Early Racing Days 02:14 First Impressions and Challenges at Le Mans 05:27 Comparing Daytona and Le Mans 07:25 The Rubber Band Rolex Story 08:59 Winning with Porsche 14:26 Racing with Silk Cut Jaguars 17:19 Transition to Audi and Trans Am 19:11 Return to Le Mans with Porsche 20:19 1994 Le Mans Victory 23:44 Challenges & Changes at Le Mans 26:07 Endurance Racing Evolution 27:12 Advice for Aspiring Drivers 31:37 Reflections on Racing and Hurley's Legacy 35:22 Closing Thoughts and Acknowledgements ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ To learn more about or to become a member of the ACO USA, look no further than www.lemans.org, Click on English in the upper right corner and then click on the ACO members tab for Club Offers. Once you become a Member you can follow all the action on the Facebook group ACOUSAMembersClub; and become part of the Legend with future Evening With A Legend meet ups.

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• Screen to Speed No.50: Phoebe Nongrum

  In this episode of 'Screen to Speed,' powered by INIT eSports, host Lyubov Ozeretskovskaya talks to Phoebe Nongrum, the only female racing professional from Meghalaya, India. Racing in the Formula 4 series for Ahura Racing until 2020, then rallying in the Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) for AMMYFIED Team in 2023.  Then rallying for Snap Racing in 2024, clinching the title of Vice Champion in the Women's Category. She's been a winner in multiple disciplines of motorsport across India since 2017. So buckle up – Screen to Speed starts now! ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Meet Our Guest: Phoebe Nongrum 01:10 Overcoming Challenges in Racing, taking those first steps 06:47 Breaking into Formula Racing 13:38 Inspiring the Next Generation 17:21 Facing Stereotypes in Motorsport; Overcoming Doubts and Challenges 23:11 Living in the Present and Future Aspirations 24:42 The Importance of Sponsorship in Motorsport 34:44 Encouraging Younger Racers  41:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ INIT eSports focuses on sim racing events and digital tournaments. They bring eSports content to fans and sponsorship opportunities to brands, while maximizing audience reach across multiple sports, industries, and platforms. INIT eSports is a woman-led company where Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility is in their DNA, and their platform aims to combat bullying and cheating to help make the eSports world as safe and fair as possible. To learn more, be sure to logon to www.initesports.gg today or follow them on social media @initesports, join their discord, check out their YouTube Channel, or follow their live content via Twitch. Copyright INIT eSports. This content originally aired on the INIT Talks livestreams via Twitch. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

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• Drive Thru News #58 - The Le Mans 3-peat!

  This episode of the drive-through provides an extensive recap of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, celebrating Ferrari's 3-peat victory and discussing key moments like Robert Kubica's comeback win and technical issues faced by various teams. Additionally, the episode touches on Formula 1 frustrations, specifically Ferrari's ongoing struggles, and their inability to capitalize on improvements. The conversation also includes news on various automotive innovations, such as Volvo's advanced seatbelt technology, to Nissan's new budget sedan, and Ford's exit from the hot hatch market. Finally, unique car discoveries and humorous incidents, like a deer attack story and a sob towing mishap, round out the episode. So be sure to tune in for Episode #58 of The Drive Thru! our monthly news episode containing automotive, motorsports and entertaining random car-adjacent news. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00:00 Kicking Off the Episode #58 00:01:39 Ferrari's Victory at Le Mans 00:02:10 Robert Kubica's Comeback Story 00:04:39 Porsche vs. Ferrari: Engineering Giants 00:07:21 The Future of Hypercar Racing 00:22:24 The Disqualification Drama 00:25:07 Simeone Foundation Event Recap 00:31:22 Ferrari's F1 Struggles 00:34:59 Monaco, Catalunya & Montreal 00:41:53 Adrian Newey and the Struggles of Fernando Alonso 00:43:28 F1 Movie Discussion 00:44:50 Proposed Wing Changes and Ferrari's Performance 00:46:27 Kyle Larson's Double Fail 00:48:35 Ferrari's EV Dilemma and Ram's Affordable Truck Controversy 00:54:59 Volvo's New Seatbelt Technology 00:58:31 Ford's Exit from Hot Hatches 01:00:57 Nissan's New Budget Sedan and Toyota's EV Math 01:03:56 Mazda's Airbag Recall 01:06:36 Lost and Found: Eleanor Mustang Replicas Legalized 01:08:32 Pioneer's Retro Head Unit 01:11:10 The Uncool Wall and R33 Bread Van 01:24:57 GTM Trackside Report and Upcoming Events 01:28:54 Conclusion and Thank Yous ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/

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• Understanding the stakes involved in Ferrari Concours Judging

  On Ferrari Friday's, William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace will be discussing all things Ferrari and interviewing people that live and breathe the Ferrari brand. Topics range from road cars to racing; drivers to owners, as well as auctions, private sales and trends in the collector market. In this episode William introduces a new video format for the podcast, and then dives into the intricacies of judging at prestigious car events, particularly Ferraris, highlighting the influence of judges' expertise, or lack thereof, on the value and recognition of collector cars. He also expresses concerns over the impact of inexperienced judges on passionate car owners and emphasizes the importance of fairness in the judging process. He also recommends attending live judging sessions and outlines future plans and ways the audience can support and expand the podcast. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Introduction to the Show 02:30 Judging at Concours Events 04:57 The Importance of Accurate Judging 10:40 Challenges and Solutions in Judging 16:10 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright William Ross, Exotic Car Marketplace a division of Sixty5 Motorsports. This episode is part of our Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

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