Fans of the long-running series Overhaulin’ may recall that our very own Kevin Byrd appeared in some early episodes alongside Adrienne Janic, aka “AJ”. On this episode, AJ joins Kevin and Willie for a lively discussion about automotive television past and present, ranging from her initial trial by fire as a novice working alongside Chip Foose, to some of her most memorable and outrageous experiences on the show.
In this podcast, Power Stop’s Brand Manager, Motorsports and Events Coordinator Kris Miller gives the guys the lowdown on the company’s latest developments in brake technology, and Willie recalls running a set of his so hard they caught fire… literally!
As a critical engine part, pistons have always taken a brutal beating, but never more so than they do today. In this episode, Willie and Kevin go inside JE Pistons with Mark Gearhart and Evan Perkins of parent company Race Winning Brands, for some insights into state-of-the-art technology our granddads could never have even imagined.
Willie and Kevin are race guys to their core, and in this episode, they get their engines revving over the Ultimate Street Car Association’s [USCA] custom-built, run-hard racing series, the OPTIMA Search for the Ultimate Street Car. Cam Douglass and Jimi Day join the guys to talk about the road to SEMA and the grueling invitational finale at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Advances in suspension technology are happening faster than ever, including electronic coilovers with 8-position adjustment that can make modifications on the fly using just a mobile phone and an app. In this podcast, Kevin and Willie get the latest scoop from the man at the top of Hotchkis Sport Suspension, John Hotchkis.
8-track players, cassettes, compact discs, Bluetooth audio, digital streaming – the car audio industry has seen them all, and more. And with each new format comes advances in quality and convenience previously thought impossible. In this episode, Kevin and Willie are guided through the latest innovations and breakthroughs courtesy of John Myers, Sr. Global Trainer/ Media Custom Audio Analyst at Kicker. And are they in for an earful!
From its humble beginnings as a respected maker of carburetors, Holley has morphed over several generations into an automotive aftermarket powerhouse, now with 31 different brands under its corporate umbrella. “We’re dream makers,” says Director of Marketing Bill Tichenor, as in this podcast he recounts that evolution to the guys and makes his case for the true heyday of the muscle car being right now!
Considered by many to be music to their ears, there’s nothing quite so distinctive and stirring as the sound of a full-throated exhaust system to set pulses racing. In this episode, Willie and Kevin delve into the art, science and visceral effect of exhaust with Magnaflow’s Senior Manager/Spokesman, Richard Waitas.
Considered by many to be music to their ears, there’s nothing quite so distinctive and stirring as the sound of a full-throated exhaust system to set pulses racing. In this episode, Willie and Kevin delve into the art, science and visceral effect of exhaust with Magnaflow’s Senior Manager/Spokesman, Richard Waitas.
The holiday season is a time for giving back to the community, especially to those who are less fortunate. In this episode, Willie and Kevin discuss the charitable activities nearest and dearest to them, most notably Willie’s Cars for Christmas program dedicated to changing lives one car at a time.
It’s no secret that Willie’s mad about Mopar, and at SEMA he and Kevin spend quality time with two key execs. First, Joseph Dehner, Head of Ram and Mopar Design, gives the guys the lowdown on the Lowliner Concept vehicle. Next, Engineering Supervisor Mike Rossey digs deep into the 2020 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak.
Sergio Shipman of ProCharger Supercharger Systems joins the guys to discuss a favorite topic: making massive power. Like centrifugal superchargers in the NHRA Pro Mod division. With 3500 hp a reality, can 4000 hp be just around the corner? And what’s the impact of this on upgrade kits for late model street cars?