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V8 Radio PodcastCatching Up and New Cool Car Builds at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke cover the 2024 SEMA Show and Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, and preview some cool new Black Label concept cars from the V8 Speed and Resto Shop! They pack a ton into this episode, including some new Automotive Trivia contest questions, so clear some space between your ears for the latest V8 Radio Podcast!
2024 SEMA Show Recap
2024 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals
New Projects In The V8 Speed and Resto Shop
Automotive Trivia
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#v8speedshop #customcars #carpodcast
2025-01-191h 21
V8 Radio PodcastPRI President Mike Good, Automotive Trivia, and Much More at the 2024 PRI Show V8 Radio PodcastPerformance Racing Industry (PRI) President Mike Good joins Kevin Oeste, Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke, and Brian Wibbenmeyer in this on-location episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Although not new to the industry, 2024 marked Mike Good's first PRI Show as President, and the racing business trade show was a huge success. Hear a bit about what makes Good tick, automotive trivia, and the usual V8 Radio Banter on this episode! Recorded at the 2024 PRI Show Podcast Paddock. #prishow #v8radio #podcast #v8radiopodcast #carpodcast
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https://www.prishow.com2024-12-2149 min
V8 Radio PodcastTriple Crown Of Rodding on the V8 Radio PodcastJoin Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste for a trip to the 2024 Triple Crown of Rodding hot rod show in Nashville Tennessee! Q and Kevin had the pleasure of running the stage, video, and conducting interviews, but also had time to record a mini V8 podcast right from the stage. There's that plus Automotive trivia and other shenanigans on the latest V8 Radio Podcast!
Links From The Episode:
Triple Crown Of Rodding Event: https://www.triplecrownofrodding.com
V8 Speed and Resto Shop: https://www.v8speedshop.com
V8 Radio Podcast: https://www.v8...2024-09-201h 05
V8 Radio PodcastSpeedWeek Highlights, GTO Upgrades, V8 Speed and Resto Shop Updates, Auto Trivia and Much More on V8 Radio!The V8 Radio Team is On The Air!
This time, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke cover stories from the recent 2024 Bonneville SpeedWeek, and not the same stuff others are sharing! Mike made some upgrades to the dashboard of his 1967 Pontiac GTO, and Kevin goes off on a car audio tangent including inviting listeners to create some technology so he can play with it. There's a tease of some new V8TV Videos, new Bonneville Up To Speed Podcasts, Automotive Trivia, and much more, so we hope you have your mental garage cleaned out, because this episode of t...2024-08-261h 21
V8 Radio Podcast1962 Buick Electra Convertible Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball" Clarke are joined by Kevin's childhood friend Paul as they chat about recent progress Paul has made to his yellow 1962 Buick Electra convertible. This is the car that David Freiburger and Rob Kinnan once owned back in the Car Craft Magazine days. Also, you'll hear a dip into Kevin's radio history, and of course there is Automotive trivia and a bunch of other laughs. Check out the latest at https://www.v8radio.com!
Paul's Buick Pics:
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Car Guy ConfessionsE85 Kevin Oeste of V8 Speed and Resto Shop, Power Tour Memories, TV HostingWith Jeff Smith, Steve Strope, and Cam Benty
Presented by ARP
Kevin Oeste takes over the podcast bringing up memories of his start at Hot Rod magazine after a last minute Power Tour run in the mid 1990s. That led to a career of TV and event hosting for SEMA, Speed Channel, and more!
Kevin, his wife and their team at their shop V8 Speed & Resto have crafted muscle cars and custom rides for enthusiasts and the automotive industry for decades.
See more of Kevin Oeste and, V8 Speed & Resto at...2024-06-0350 min
V8 Radio PodcastSpecial Guest Kelle Oeste and Her Run for SEMA Board Of Directors on V8 Radio PodcastV8 Speed and Resto Shop Owner Kelle Oeste is on the ballot for the 2024 SEMA Board Of Directors, and she joins Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke on the latest V8 Radio Podcast to share the news and to talk about what she's prepared to contribute should she be elected. Kelle has loads of valuable of experience in the Automotive Aftermarket industry and in SEMA committees like the Hot Rod Industry Alliance and the SEMA Show, so it's a great opportunity for her to increase her volunteer capacity to help even more business like ours. And we didn't leave out the Au...2024-05-111h 06
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Speed and Resto Shop Parts Guy Brian Wibbenmeyer Guest, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!V8 Speed and Resto Shop Parts Manager Brian Wibbenmeyer joins Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste on the latest V8 Radio Podcast! Brian and Q are the parts-finding powerhouse that keeps the V8 Speed and Resto Shop rolling, and although we've mentioned him on the show before, it was high time to have him as a guest. Brian has lots of great stories from car events, the G-Body life, and even brought some great Automotive Trivia! Get it all in this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
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https://www.v8spee...2024-04-061h 31
V8 Radio PodcastOlympic GTO, Detroit Autorama, The Power Of Nostalgia, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!V8 Radio Podcast Hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke are back with a new episode, this time chatting about a Pontiac GTO in the V8 Speed and Resto Shop owned by a true Olympian!
Hear all about it along with a fun excursion down nostalgia lane as Kevin tracked down a rare radio for his custom Dodge Van. The Automotive Trivia questions flow, as do a bunch of laughs and other nonsense on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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#nostalgia #classiccars #pontiacgto #carpo...2024-03-081h 00
V8 Radio PodcastFAST Muscle Cars, V8 Speed and Resto Shop Project Updates, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Just how fast are F.A.S.T. Muscle Cars? We'll find out about the Factory Appearing Stock Tire class of racing. V8 Radio Podcast hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke also share some project car updates, Automotive Trivia, and much more on V8 Radio!
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https://www.v8radio.com2024-02-291h 00
V8 Radio Podcast2024 Grand National Roadster Show, Lions Automobilia Foundation, SoCal Open House, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio PodcastPut on your shades and crank up the tunes, gearheads! This week's V8 Radio Podcast takes us on a sun-soaked California cruise through the epicenter of custom car culture. We buckle up for:
The legendary 2024 Grand National Roadster Show: It's all there - the glistening chrome and mind-blowing craftsmanship of America's premier indoor car show. We'll share our highlights, hidden gems, and maybe even some celebrity sightings!
Delving into automotive history at the Lions Automobilia Foundation: From vintage racers to Hollywood movie cars, the Lions Foundation has it all. The facility is just as cool as the cars!
Caffeine and...2024-02-0958 min
V8 Radio PodcastCruise into Nostalgia with the Latest V8 Radio Podcast: Unveiling a Cutlass Supreme & More!Tune in for a thrilling ride down memory lane with the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, hosted by the dynamic duo of Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke.
This episode is packed with exciting content that will pique your interest, whether you're a seasoned restoration pro or a casual admirer of automotive history. Here's a sneak peek at what awaits you:
Kevin's Creative Hub Revealed: Dive into a tour of Kevin's brand new creative haven, a space brimming with inspiration and sure to spark your curiosity. What innovative projects are brewing within its...2024-02-061h 15
V8 Radio PodcastPreviewing the 20th Anniversary of V8TV on-location from the 2023 PRI Show in Indianapolis on the V8 Radio Podcast!2024 marks the 20th anniversary of V8TV Productions, Inc., and the start of the V8TV television show, which spawned the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, and this very podcast! On this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kelle Oeste, Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke, and Kevin Oeste preview the V8 20th anniversary recorded live at the PRI Paddock and Podcast Stage at the 2023 PRI Show in Indianapolis. There are lots of great things in store, and automotive trivia, all waiting inside the V8 Radio Podcast!
#PRIShow #v8tv #v8speedandresto #v8speedshop #v8radio
https://www.pri...2023-12-1555 min
V8 Radio Podcast2023 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals Recap, Automotive Trivia, on the V8 Radio PodcastKevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about their recent trip to Chicago for the 2023 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals Show! The 2023 MCACN show brought out hundreds of the most amazing Muscle Cars in the world, and Kevin was once again honored to help unveil some of the Featured Restorations and Emcee the event. Keep your eye on our V8TV YouTube and Muscle Car Of The Week channels for new videos from the event. Of course, there's automotive trivia and some other nonsense along the way, making it a legendary episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
#mcacn2023...2023-12-0348 min
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastChatting with Tony Thacker at Speed Week 2023 on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastTony Thacker is our guest on this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, in an interview recorded on a windy night in Wendover, Utah at the 2023 SCTA Bonneville Speed Week. Tony is living his hot rod dream, from driving hot rods flat-out to covering events and races all over the world for TorqTalk, Hot Rod Magazine, and others. He's been a friend to us and the sport for decades, and it was fun to catch up with him and chat for a few in the Nugget Casino parking lot car show.
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V8 Radio Podcast2023 SEMA Show Recap, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio PodcastKevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about their recent trip to Las Vegas for the 2023 SEMA Show, the week-long center of the automotive aftermarket universe. The SEMA Show is loaded with cars, new parts, and events, but Kevin feels this year was more about the personal connections than anything else. Of course, there's automotive trivia and some other nonsense along the way, making it another fun episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
#semashow #sema2023 #v8radio #podcast
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https://www.semas...2023-11-211h 12
V8 Radio Podcast2023 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals Preview Special Episode of V8 Radio PodcastMuscle Car fans from around the world are gearing up for the 2023 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show in Chicago, and we have MCACN Managing Partner Bob Ashton on the V8 Radio Podcast for an exclusive show preview! We are really looking forward to seeing legendary designer, engineer, and racer Peter Brock at the show, in addition to all the amazing cars! Bob, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke throw down automotive trivia questions, laughs are had, and much more on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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#carpod...2023-10-2756 min
V8 Radio PodcastSpecial Guest Ross Berlanga and the TMI Trim Awards on the V8 Radio PodcastOur hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke are joined by Ross Berlanga of TMI Products on this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! They cover the long friendship of Ross and Kevin and lots of hot rod stories along the way, all the way up to the upcoming 2023 TMI TRIM Award to be held at the 2023 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The TMI TRIM Award celebrates outstanding interiors of show cars and trucks, and provides great content and even market research for new TMI interior product ideas. Kevin acts as a judge and Emcee of the TRIM Award...2023-10-061h 15
V8 Radio PodcastTriple Crown of Rodding Recap, Billy Gibbons ZZTop Concert, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Or show starts off with Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke sharing the story of his Kevin's recent invite from Jimmy Shine and Billy Gibbons to be a guest at a recent ZZ Top concert! Kevin was super excited, and it only escalated when the topic shifts to recap the amazing new Hot Rod, Kustom, Street Machine, and Truck event called the Triple Crown of Rodding! Kevin, Kelle, and some of the V8 Speed & Resto Shop crew had an unbelievable time seeing some of the hottest cars in the country and hanging around with great friends and builders like Troy T...2023-09-121h 11
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastSpecial Guest Robyn Munro on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!New Zealander Burt Munro is a very famous motorcycle land speed racer, and was the subject of a film called the World's Fastest Indian. We recently had the pleasure of meeting Burt's granddaughter Robyn Munro at the 2023 SCTA Speed Week at the Bonneville salt flats. It was Robyn's first time to the salt, and you could tell how much the experience moved her. Her next stop was to accept the Sturgis Hall of Fame induction for her legendary late grandfather Burt. Recorded in the tech inspection lanes at the Wendover Airport.
#bonneville #burtmunro #landspeedracing #speedweek
https://ww...2023-08-2718 min
V8 Radio PodcastSEMA Gala, Donut Derelicts, Q-Ball’s Review, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about Q's first 3 months as a V8 Speed and Resto Shop official staffer, Kevin and Kelle's recent SoCal trip to the SEMA Leaders and Legends Gala, Ed Iskenderian, Gene Winfield, ocean fishing, Donut Derelicts, and much more! Of course, there are some 'nother level automotive trivia questions and much more on the V8 Radio Podcast!
https://www.v8radio.com2023-08-031h 12
V8 Radio PodcastMeeting New Friends, Summer Road Trips, Sharing Enthusiasm, Rick Beato, Nuno Bettencourt, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!It's really cool to hang around with people who are really passionate about what they like, and on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike Q-Ball Clarke chat about what it's like to get excited about what you like to do. Kevin references music producer Rick Beato and a recent interview with guitar virtuoso Nuno Bettencourt and how jazzed Nuno was to share his passion and stories, much in the way car enthusiasts do all the time. Later, we get an update from Mr. Q on working at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop and how t...2023-07-081h 08
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastThe Story of Craig Breedlove Setting The World Land Speed Record in Sprit Of America Straight From 1963 on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastBack in 1963, Craig Breedlove famously set the world land speed record in the Spirit Of America, returning the title to the United States from Englishman John Cobb. And although Breedlove went on to set more records and go much faster than the 428.37 speed he achieved that day, we thought it would be fun to tell the story straight from a first hand account written in the pages of a 1963 Sports Illustrated Magazine. This is a great story, with quotes from Breedlove, and a historic vantage point from a very exciting time in land speed racing history. We hope you dig it! ...2023-06-2917 min
V8 Radio PodcastIt’s The Great Spring Road Trip AdVANture! Plus Automotive Trivia and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!We shortened up the 1979 Dodge Maxivan first road trip story for this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about Mike's first month as a full-time V8 Speed and Resto Shop team member, some much appreciated listener shout-outs, and then the road trip that could have really sucked, but turned out to be a good time! Trivia and other nonsense are all included at the same price, so you've got no reason to skip this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
#v8speedshop.com
https://www.v8speedshop.com2023-06-151h 19
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastSpecial Guest Danny Thompson on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!Not many people can say they've set the record for piston-powered, wheel-driven streamliners, but not many people are Danny Thompson! Coming from a rich racing heritage started by his famous father Mickey Thompson, Danny had the remarkable opportunity to race in a variety of forms and bring his dad's vision to life... while setting records of his own. Kevin Oeste chats with Danny about these and many more stories on this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do!
https://www.thompsonlsr.com
#dannythompson #bonnevil...2023-06-041h 09
V8 Radio PodcastDUAL EPISODE – Combining the V8 Radio Podcast with the Stubborn German Brewing Podcast for a Whole New Level of Podcast Fun!Hang on to your headphones! We're bringing you a special 2 for 1 double-episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, incorporating the Stubborn German Podcast as well! Loyal listeners of both shows have heard us mention both podcasts, we thought it was time to put new voices with the names. Don't worry, you still get the Automotive Trivia Question, and of the Stubborn German listeners, the German Word Of The Day.. plus a whole lot more!
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Stubborn German Brewing Company2023-05-261h 21
V8 Radio PodcastSPECIAL 150TH EPISODE! Not 1, but 2 HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS on the V8 Radio Podcast!This is a HUGE episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! NOT ONLY do we celebrate the 150th episode of this fine automotive podcast, but we make 2 HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS on the show! And not little ones like "there's a new tee shirt available..." (because there's not.. ) but some great stuff that will positively impact the podcast, the V8 Speed and Resto Shop team, and customers alike. No foolin', folks. Kelle Oeste joins as a guest, and we still have time for trivia and much more on the latest V8 Radio Podcast!
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#podcast...2023-05-041h 16
V8 Radio PodcastCruisin’ Tradition with Guests Angella Sharpe and Jason LiCavoli and the Cruisin’ Lindbergh Event, Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke welcome two special guests to the V8 Radio Podcast, as Angella Sharpe and Jason LiCavoli join to spread the word about the upcoming Cruisin' Lindbergh event in St. Louis on April 29, 2023! Cruisin' Lindbergh is a fun, family-friendly car cruise that is a throwback to the days when South Lindbergh Boulevard was the place to be. Today, the Cruisin' Lindbergh event brings out hundreds of cars and trucks of all kinds, from classics and muscle cars to lifted trucks and exotic sports cars. Hear all about it, plus automotive trivia and much more, on the late...2023-04-121h 00
V8 Radio PodcastAloha Q-Ball, Playlist Challenge, Radio Shows, Personal Growth, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about Q's Hawaiian vacation, Personal Development, the V8 Speed Playlist Challenge, KO on the radio, Automotive Trivia, and much more!
This Week in Classic Cars Radio Show
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#v8radio #carpodcast #musclecars #v8speedandresto2023-03-311h 05
V8 Radio PodcastThe Latest in Hydrogen Powered Engine Performance with Mike Copeland at PRI Show on the V8 Radio PodcastIn this special V8 Radio episode, Kevin Oeste chats with Mike Copeland from Arrington Performance about the future of Hydrogen powered cars and performance. Copeland and the Arrington team have not built several Hydrogen gas powered hot rods, all using current production gasoline burning engines that have been carefully converted to burn Hydro rather than Petro. Find their latest at @TheArringtonPerformance on Facebook. Recorded at the 2022 PRI Show in Indianapolis, IN.
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#hydrogen #arringtonperformance #ice2023-03-1420 min
Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast2023 Speed Week Preview with Wayne Jesel on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastOn this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, Kevin Oeste chats with Wayne Jesel in the RacingJunk.com booth at the 2022 PRI Show! They talk about the 2023 Jesel land speed racing program, including running the Jesel-designed Equal 8 engine in their Ram pickup at the 2023 SCTA Speed Week event!
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https://www.racingjunk.com2023-03-1018 min
V8 Radio PodcastTriple Crown of Rodding, Spring Carb Tune, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball Clarke" chat about the a guys trip to Cleveland, and the upcoming Triple Crown of Rodding event in Nashville. They also chat about fixing some annoying carburetor and choke issues to help smoothly launch the upcoming cruising season. Learn all about it, along with automotive trivia, on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
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#v8radiopodcast #triplecrown #carpodcast 2023-02-2544 min
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastCatching Up With The Garage Shop and Aaron Brown at the 2022 PRI Show on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastAaron Brown and the Garage Shop team are constantly building and racing cool cars, and we spent a few minutes with Aaron at the 2022 PRI Show on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast to hear about their plans for 2023 and the latest from the shop. It's always great to chat with Aaron and see the cars! Recorded in the RacingJunk.com PRI booth.
#bonneville #landspeedracing #saltflats #garageshop #aaronbrown #bonnevillepodcast
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https://www.scta...2023-02-1417 min
V8 Radio PodcastTeamwork For The Win, 1967 GTO, Van Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastWe get a behind the scenes look at some of the happenings at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop and at V8TV Productions on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about the recent 1967 Pontiac GTO restoration and video, there's an update on Kevin's van, Automotive Trivia, and so much more on this loquacious episode of your favorite automotive podcast!
#carpodcast #v8radio #gto #v8speedandresto #musclecars
1967 Pontiac GTO Restoration Pics and Video: https://v8speedshop.com/pdml2023-02-091h 18
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastCatching Up With Jason Line at the 2022 PRI Show on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastJason Line lives a high-performance life, having experience as an NHRA Pro Stock racer, engine builder, and Bonneville racer. Today, he's working on the Jesel Equal 8 engine for the 2023 Bonneville Speed Week to be driven by his son in the Jesel Ram pickup. We caught up with Jason about land speed racing, where he also revealed information about casting his forthcoming brand-new line of premium engine blocks for big block Chevy and Hemi applications. Recorded at the 2022 PRI Show in Indianapolis, IN.
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https://www.facebook.com/JasonLinePS/
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V8 Radio PodcastHow The V8 Speed and Resto Shop Began, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastKelle and Kevin Oeste are often asked how the V8 Speed and Resto Shop came to be, and on this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, they recall some of the many twists, turns, risks, cars, media, people, and more that evolved into where they are today, 20 years later! Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke goes along for the ride, from the initial idea to present day, assembling a world-class team that builds awesome cars for great customers all over the globe. The mission is to connect people with the best time of their lives through things with wheels, and the V8 Tea...2023-01-111h 35
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastDriving the Speed Demon Streamliner with Chris Raschke at the 2022 PRI Show on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastWe spent some time chatting with Chris Raschke at the ARP display at the 2022 PRI Show in Indianapolis learning about what it's like working in an awesome engine shop like Duttweiler Performance, being part of the Speed Demon Streamliner team, earning a red hat on the salt, and eventually driving the Speed Demon!
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Duttweiler Performance2022-12-2233 min
V8 Radio PodcastSEMA CEO Mike Spagnola at the 2022 PRI Show on the V8 Radio PodcastSEMA CEO Mike Spagnola joins Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, recorded in the ARP display at the 2022 Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis! Topics include the SEMA Show news, the SEMA Garage, and cool projects of his own like his new Nissan Z. Spagnola breaks down the SEMA Individual Membership and how joining helps protect the interests of all automotive enthusiasts and professionals. And he did pretty well on the Automotive Trivia contest! Click to listen and be sure to subscribe!
Sign the Right To Repair Act with 1 Click...2022-12-1553 min
V8 Radio Podcast2022 SEMA Moments, MCACN Preview, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste recap the 2022 SEMA Show and look forward to the new developments to come next year. A highlight for Kevin was hosting the SEMA Central Stage and interviewing people from all aspects of the automotive world, but perhaps the most memorable was surprising SEMA CEO Mike Spagnola with a Mikey Thompson streamliner model kit... just like the one Mike built as a kid that got him enthused about cars! Tears were shed, for sure. Other notables included Top Fuel racer Antron Brown, Hoonigan rally driver Ken Block, and more. Of course, you'll find Automotive Trivi...2022-11-231h 19
V8 Radio Podcast2022 SEMA Preview, Van Update, Car Shows, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat discuss vanity license plates and other updates on Kevin's Dodge Maxivan. Later, it's a 2022 SEMA show preview, which leads to a discussion about automotive events from a car builder standpoint. Sprinkle in some great automotive trivia and few laughs, and you've got another action-packed episode of your favorite automotive podcast, V8 Radio!2022-10-261h 17
V8 Radio PodcastThe Return Of The Van, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Nostalgia gets the best of our host Kevin Oeste as he stumbles across a car he's been seeking for 32 years... and it's a van! A custom 1979 Dodge Maxivan, to be specific, very similar to the one his family bought back in 1984. On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke is super excited to hear the whole story on this magic bus, and hopefully you'll dig it, too. What's Kevin going to do with it? We'll find out! There's always some laughs and a couple good Automotive Trivia questions on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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V8 Radio PodcastCool Cars at the 2022 V8TV Drive In Cruise, Road Tripping the Buick and GTO, Automotive Trivia V8 Radio PodcastThe 2022 V8TV Drive In Cruise was a success, although a bit wet at times. We were happy to finally fulfill the destiny of having Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke's 1967 Pontiac GTO, Pauls Wieshuber's 1962 Buick Electra, and Kevin Oeste's 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL all at the Drive In event! There were hundreds of cool cars at the show, and it turned out to be a great night. (The ride home was a bit wet!) Paul and Mike had a few minor fixes, but overall the trip went smoothly. Hear all about it, plus some riveting Automotive Trivia questions and much more on the V8 Rad...2022-08-241h 09
Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast2022 Speed Week – or Speed Weekend? Views from New Zealand on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastThe 2022 S.C.T.A. Bonneville Speed Week was unfortunately washed out from some big rains, but that didn't mean land speed racers and enthusiasts didn't get a chance to hang out. We met Grant Potter and Dave Kelley, two gentlemen who came all the way from New Zealand for the event, and got their perspective on the sport, hot rodding, and the great people who make it all happen. Recorded in the parking lot of the Copper Kettle restaurant in Wendover, Utah, shortly after 2022 Speed Week was cancelled.
#speedweek #scta #bonneville
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V8 Radio PodcastSEMA Hall Of Fame, Bonneville Speed Week, Hanging in SoCal, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about the SEMA Awards Gala and the 2022 SEMA Hall Of Fame as Kevin and Kelle recently returned from their trip hosting the induction ceremony in Anaheim, CA featuring Gene Winfield, Walker Evans, and Jack Roush. Kevin and Kelle also enjoyed spending some time visiting Pete Santini, Chip Foose, Mick's Paint and Tony Thacker, and some other great Hot Rod Industry friends on the trip. We also get a quick recap of the rained-out 2022 Bonneville Speed Week, and Mike shares the latest "chilling" updates on the GTO! And there's much more, including Automotive Trivi...2022-08-121h 12
V8 Radio PodcastGTO Fixes, Street Machine Summer Nationals, Automotive Trivia, Drive In Cruise, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!It's a hot summer in V8 Radio Podcast land, and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste over some great summer events like the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, MN, and the upcoming V8TV Drive In Cruise on this episode. They also touch on how mike restored his wheels and FINALLY replaced his decades-old tires, and how he came up with an interesting trick to save his GTO's smoked harmonic damper. We'll see how that one works out! Automotive Trivia is in the house as well, making for a full-tilt summertime special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast...2022-07-221h 10
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastTenths From 200: New To The Salt with Zach Straits on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastOn this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, automotive super-enthusiast Zach Straits shares how a building material salesman ends up behind the wheel of one of the most recognizable land speed racers at Bonneville, hammer down and pushing for 200 MPH. Zach was fortunate enough for the opportunity to be a crew member on the Team Jesel Land Speed Racing effort, but also to eventually drive the bright yellow truck at the 2021 World Finals for his very first land speed racing experience. Hear how it all happened , plus some great insights on important things to know about safety and ho...2022-07-151h 04
V8 Radio PodcastLessons from Gene Winfield, Walker Evans, and Jack Roush SEMA Hall Of Fame Members plus the Street Machine Nationals on the V8 Radio PodcastThe 2022 SEMA Awards Gala is the public induction of some amazing automotive legends into the SEMA Hall Of Fame, and on this episode fo the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste shares stories from his whirlwind week spend interviewing the SEMA HOF class of 2022. The inductees include legendary racer and custom car builder Gene Winfield, 9-time Baja 1000 champ and successful off road parts manufacturer Walked Evans, and American racing and manufacturing giant Jack Roush. Kevin and Mike Q-Ball Clarke also chat about the Street Machine Nationals in DuQuoin, IL, Automotive Trivia, and much more on this fully loaded episode of the...2022-07-021h 14
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastFrom NASCAR to the Salt – Aaron Brown and the Garage Shop on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!Aaron Brown has enjoyed a great career working as a builder for some of the best names in NASCAR, but once he contracted Salt Fever, he was compelled to bring his experiences to the salt. From the Bobby Isaac Dodge Daytona to custom roadsters and more, Aaron Brown and the Garage Shop have a LOT going on.. and have fun doing it! Tune in to hear it all right from Aaron on this episode of the Bonneville Up to Speed Podcast!
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Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastFlying Blind With Dan Parker, the World’s Fastest Blind Man on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastDan Parker is not the kind of guy who sits around waiting for cool stuff to happen to him. A lifelong racer and machinist, Dan's racing days could have been cut short after a tragic drag racing crash deprived him of his sight. But that's not the story Dan wanted to write, so he devised a way to continue racing - on both motorcycles and in cars - and is now the fastest blind man alive. Hear the whole story on this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!
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V8 Radio PodcastQ-Ball’s GTO Engine Out Again? Off-Shore Parts, Air Show Therapy and Automotive Trivia on the V8 Radio PodcastIt's true that Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke recently rebuilt and reinstalled the engine in his 1967 Pontiac GTO, but after some miles, he spied some dreaded drips on the garage floor. What to do? He shares the tale in this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast. Kevin Oeste also shares some thoughts on "off-shore" parts, just before the episode takes a left turn into a therapy session about a recent air show, the F35 fighter jets, and B-17 Bombers. You'll have to listen to get it all. And of course, there's Automotive Trivia and much more, all on a specially-priced V8 Radio Podc...2022-06-171h 20
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastHome Built For Speed – Brad Bosworth and the Valley Fever Streamliner on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastBrad Bosworth is a guy who caught the land speed racing bug and took the plunge, building a 260+ MPH, 30-foot long streamliner in his garage! If you've recently been to Speed Week, you've no doubt seen the bright red Valley Fever streamliner in action. On this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, Brad shares the story on how he built it in his home garage, the evolution from a Hayabusa engine to the current 2JZ powerplant, now twin turbocharged for 2022. We also learn about the car's name, strategies to respectfully break speed records, and more.2022-06-1647 min
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastThe Trackside View with “Seldom Seen Slim” a.k.a Jon Wennerberg on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!If you've tuned into a live audio stream of an SCTA race, you've probably heard the coverage and insights of Seldom Seen Slim, also known as Jon Wennerberg. But did you know he's also a motorcycle record holder? Tune in to hear the stories from the salt on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!2022-06-1050 min
V8 Radio PodcastSpecial Guest Tim Strange, Automotive Trivia, and More on The V8 Radio Podcast!Tim Strange is a busy guy, and between building hot rods and customs at Strange Motion, Tim can be found at great automotive events all over the country! On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Tim joins Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste to share some of his story and perspective on the hot rod world, SEMA HRIA, Goodguys Autocross announcing, and more. A bit of automotive trivia bookends the meat of the show, plus a bunch more on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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https://www.strangemotion.com2022-05-311h 03
Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastLife Under Pressure with Gale Banks on the Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastGale Banks is no stranger to speeding across the dust of El Mirage and the Bonneville Salt Flats. He's been pushing the limits on land speed cars since the late 1950s, campaigning at least 13 land speed cars and trucks and racking up dozens of records in the process. In this special episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, Banks shares time and stories with Kevin Oeste about how land speed racing, and turbocharging, have changed his life.
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Speed School Podcast with Gale BanksKevin Oeste of V8TV, Bonneville Podcast, Hot Rod MagazineGale Banks is joined by Kevin Oeste, host of Bonneville Up to Speed Podcast, V8TV, and owner of V8 Speed & Resto. Oeste is also a former writer at Hot Rod Magazine and is currently the voice of the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Everything he does is for the love of cars. The two discuss Banks' dry lake bed speed records as well as what it took to get there. 2022-05-171h 18
V8 Radio PodcastTwin Turbo Buick Tuskegee Airmen Tribute with Guest Michael Joseph, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!So what does a race-inspired, twin turbo, fully-caged 1969 Buick Electra have to do with the Tuskegee Airmen? And did you say a twin turbo Electra? Find out all about it with special guest Michael Joseph, Chapter Historian at Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., and his "Faithful Persuit" tribute car to the legendary WWII flyers. Of course, Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste also load up an Automotive Trivia question or two, along with lots of other stories on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!
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Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastRacing with Wayne Jesel on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!Wayne and Dan Jesel not only run one of the most successful and innovative valve train and engine parts businesses, but they also put their parts to the test on the salt at Bonneville. On this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, Kevin Oeste chats with Wayne Jesel about running the new Jesel-designed Equal 8 engine in their Ram pickup at the 2022 SCTA Speed Week event. Perhaps equally as impressive is the generosity of the Jesel team, who routinely welcome other land speed enthusiasts to drive, get licensed, and even set records in the Jesel pickup. To date, 10...2022-05-1259 min
V8 Radio PodcastRiviera Road Trip, Are Kids Into Cars? Automotive Trivia, and More on The V8 Radio PodcastKevin Oeste takes his 1970 Buick Riviera on the first road trip in 6 years, and lives to tell about it! Later, he shares his experiences with Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke about presenting at a local middle school career day and the interest of students in the automotive industry. His findings might surprise you! Of course, there's some stimulating Automotive Trivia, and the whole show starts off with an over-selling adjective. What more could you want? It's all on the V8 Radio Podcast!
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Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastScott Clark on tuning the Team Vesco Turbine Powered Streamliner on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!Scott Clark has been tuning electronic fuel injection vehicles since the tools were first made available to enthusiasts. Today, he applies his experience, understanding, and tuning knowledge to some of the fastest cars in the world. He's currently working with Team Vesco and the Turbinator, the turbine powered streamliner, one of several streamliners going after the 500 mph wheel-driven record at Bonneville this year! Scott joined Kevin Oeste to talk about that program as well as other facets of engine tuning and performance on this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!
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V8 Radio PodcastCarrying On The Cruisin’ Tradition with Guest Jason LiCavoli and the Cruisin’ Lindbergh Event, Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Many of us spent lots of time cruising up and down a local stretch of road, hanging out with friends, showing off our cars, and trying to be cool. Today, many of these cruising events have been legislated away or have fallen to the wayside of digital entertainment. Jason LiCavoli is out to change all that, bringing back cruising for all kinds of cars, trucks, and bikes to an iconic stretch in St, Louis called Cruisin' Lindbergh. We learn all about it, along with automotive trivia and more on the latest V8 Radio Podcast!
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V8 Radio Podcast2022 Drive In Cruise Preview, Racing Stories, and the Undie Grundy of Automobiles on the V8 Radio PodcastMike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste chat about the upcoming V8 Speed and Resto Shop Drive In Cruise event and the possible film to be shown. And then they switch over to Kevin's early days of racing, and writing about motorsports. And we mean early days! You'll find all this, plus Automotive Trivia and a whole lot more on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!2022-04-221h 05
V8 Radio PodcastBanning Exhaust Systems, the 2025 Zora Corvette, Bonneville Podcast, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Performance automotive enthusiasts are always concerned about new legislation designed to restrict the freedoms of car owners, and in this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke take a look at a recent New York law affecting exhaust modifications. Thanks to SEMA for the info. They also chat about the 2025 "Zora" Corvette, a 1000HP, 1000 ft. lbs. gasoline / electric hybrid that might be the swan's song of the C8. There is also an update on the new Bonneville Up To Speed podcast! The Automotive Trivia is present as always, along with a few laughs and other b...2022-04-141h 01
V8 Radio PodcastNew Astronaut Corvettes, Street Machine Nationals, a NASA Pontiac, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke space out on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, as they preview the next NASA Moon launch - while Kevin schemes up a way to paint some Astronaut Corvettes for the occasion! There are some great listener shout-outs, including our friends at the Playing In Traffic Podcast, a bit on a NASA 1963 Pontiac tow car, some projects, and even a (bad) JFK impersonation. All this plus Automotive Trivia and much more on this V8 Radio Podcast!
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Bonneville Up To Speed PodcastPushing 500 with Steve Watt of Maxwell Industries on the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast!Land speed racing on the Bonneville Salt Flats is a unique sport with its own set of challenges. On this episode of the Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast, Kevin Oeste chats with Steve Watt of Maxwell Industries about what it’s like to build and campaign record holding race cars. Watt and Maxwell Industries are the fabrication and engineering team behind George Poteet’s Speed Demon streamliner, also known as the world’s fastest piston engine driven vehicle! Watt credits his rich history in racing and strong relationships with top racers, fabricators, engine builders, technicians, and a great car owner to...2022-03-2957 min
V8 Radio PodcastWho are the V8 Speed and Resto Shop Team members? You’ll find out, with automotive trivia and much more on the V8 Radio Podcast.It's no secret that it's the people that make it all happen, and on this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke express their gratitude for the talented team at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. Without the dedicated individuals sharing their passion and talents, these high-quality cars and experiences they bring wouldn't happen. And it's not just the technicians, as there are others who help facilitate the process to make things go as smoothly as possible. All 24 members of the V8 Speed and Resto Shop team are introduced in this episode. Even with all...2022-03-241h 19
V8 Radio PodcastCar Enthusiasts Helping Each Other, Drive In Cruise Returns, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio PodcastCar enthusiasts are some of the most generous and helpful people you'll ever meet, as it's not just the cars, but the people that make this such a great hobby. On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke dive into this topic as suggested by friend and Official V8 Radio Statistician "Yardley". And they are also excited to announce the return of the V8 Drive In Cruise event coming this August, featuring a cool car show at the drive in! Don't worry, they didn't leave out the Automotive Trivia, - this time with a whole...2022-03-181h 06
V8 Radio PodcastFirebird Fest, A New Podcast, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about a video shoot from the 2022 Firebird Fest pre-run. Later, the upside of classic cars with drum brakes, because disc brakes are better, but in all cases? This is the first V8 Radio Podcast featuring the new "Cruising Tune" of the show, where we share a classic song, or a new favorite, that lends itself to providing a soundtrack to your next road trip. This first song is "The Heart That Never Waits" by Blues master Joe Bonamassa. After a short walk down Chicago and AM Radio history, we announce the launch o...2022-03-111h 05
V8 Radio PodcastLive Streaming Car Shows, Hundreds Of Thousands of Car Photos, Automotive Trivia, and More on The V8 Radio PodcastTechnology is making it easier to stay in touch, and even to attend events in far away lands. Mike "Q Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste chat about live streaming the Ferrari Meet Up at the Petersen Automotive Museum, as well as what it takes to photograph all the cars in process at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. The Trivia is flat-out awesome, and Kevin teases some new V8TV Television distribution in the works. You'll find all this and more on the latest V8 Radio Podcast!
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V8 Radio PodcastDialing-In The Tune, Coyote Thunderbird Follow Up, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastDon't you love it when all the pieces come together and the car runs awesome and feels great? Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about this with regards to the recently completed 1957 Ford Thunderbird with the 5.0 Coyote V8, 6-speed automatic, and custom performance chassis built at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. And Kevin's 1970 Buick Riviera is also tuned up and running strong thanks to the recent upgrades. The Automotive Trivia questions are stumpers once again, and the early glimpse of spring weather makes for a fun episode.
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V8 Radio PodcastPaint Booth Secrets on the Silver Trans Am, Firebird Fest, Broken Bolts, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke chat about a sweet 1977 Pontiac Trans Am coming together in the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, and some of the steps the paint team take to make these cars stand tall. They also preview the 2022 Firebird Fest! Later, Kevin shares some tips on extracting a bolt he broke on his 1970 Buick, and of course, there's automotive trivia and more on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Subscribe so you don't miss the next riveting show!2022-02-181h 01
V8 Radio PodcastThe 2 Million Dollar Merc, Grand National Roadster Show, SCTA Banquet, Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastThe January auctions broke all kinds of records this year, with Mecum and Barrett-Jackson grossing over $420 Million in just two events! Couple this with the amazing amount of super high-end hot rods and customs at the Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, CA, and it's easy to see that enthusiasm for classic cars is at an all-time high! Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste cover all this plus Automotive Trivia, and some sneak peeks into some new projects Kevin is working on with the SCTA and his encounter with Billy Gibbons and the CadZZilla project. There's even a cameo from K...2022-02-041h 06
V8 Radio PodcastWorking In The Garage, Achieving a State of Flow, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke dive into achieving a state of "Flow" while wrenching, or doing anything, really, on the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Kevin was wrenching on his 1970 Buick when time whizzed by, listening to inspirational interviews, having the right tools, and the work going smoothly all contributed to the zen-like state. Have you been there? Of course, you'll find automotive trivia and a whole lot more, and if you dig it, leave us some kind words or stars! Thanks, and enjoy the show!
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V8 Radio Podcast2021 PRI Show, Building a 775 Hp LT5 10-Speed 1969 Camaro, Modernizing a Trans Am, Tools, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!The Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show is a hot topic on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, and our hosts Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste review the racing trade show and scheme up a plan for next year. Next up is a chat about a Pro-Touring 1969 Chevrolet Camaro coming together at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, complete with a 775 HP LT5 engine hooked to a 10 speed automatic transmission. This one is going to be a handful! They also cover a modernized 1978 Pontiac Trans Am and a whole new way to look after the car, and wrap it all u...2021-12-201h 15
V8 Radio PodcastLive From The 2021 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastMike "Q Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste bring you the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast right from the 2021 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show floor! They are overwhelmed with all the amazing muscle cars on display at MCACN, and also to see so many great friends over the weekend. They were also shooting video coverage for the Muscle Car of The Week and V8TV video channels, and Kevin was unveiling Premiere Restorations as the Official Emcee of the event. The cars were amazing, and the legendary Hirohata Mercury even made a surprise appearance. Even so, the guys wer...2021-11-2751 min
V8 Radio PodcastThe 2021 SEMA Show On-Location in Las Vegas on the V8 Radio Podcast!The V8 Radio Podcast are coming to you directly from the 2021 SEMA Show floor in Las Vegas! Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste bring you a mid-SEMA week update, including thoughts on the show, new products, the electrified Project X, and much more. Even a cameo from our buddy Chip! But even on-location, they still toss out some cool Automotive Trivia questions and they usual antics you've come to expect from the V8 Radio Podcast!
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V8 Radio PodcastCoverage of the 2021 SEMA Show, Hydrogen Powered Hot Rods, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!The V8 Radio team was in full-force at the 2021 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, and this is just one of several episodes covering the event. You'll find a general overview of the show, and also an interview with Mike Copeland of Arrington Performance about their supercharged LS-powered 1948 Chevy pickup that they reconfigured to run on Hydrogen! It got tons of attention at the show, because it makes around 500 horsepower with nearly zero emissions! Is this the future of hot rodding? Throw in some trivia and other nonsense and you have another engaging episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!2021-11-111h 13
V8 Radio PodcastThere’s Always Something New to Learn, Kevin’s 25th SEMA Show and Plans, Automotive Trivia, and More!Mike "Q" Ball Clarke and Kevin Oeste gear up for the 2021 SEMA Show and make some plans to record a V8 Radio Podcast from the show floor right in the middle of SEMA Week. Kevin realizes this is his 25th SEMA Show, and reflects on how there is still so much to learn, see, and do for car enthusiasts. There are a couple cool trivia questions, a few laughs, and more on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!2021-10-291h 11
V8 Radio PodcastPlanning a Frame Off Restoration, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio PodcastIf you have been a loyal listener to the V8 Radio Podcast, you know that our Esteemed Co-Host Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke only recently got his 1967 Pontiac GTO back together after a 7-year hiatus. Well, guess what... he's thinking about blowing it apart again! And, some great new Automotive Trivia questions are shared, and Kevin tells Mike he sucks and his car is slow. You really have to listen to the V8 Radio Podcast for the details!2021-10-151h 15
V8 Radio PodcastAuto Enthusiasts Unite, 2021 SEMA Thoughts Pt. 2, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastWe all need to stick together!
Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste share their frustrations about feuding within the hobby. It's no secret that there are those who are working to make the automotive enthusiast hobby and industry go away, so we all need to stick together, not attack each other. They also chat a bit more about the 2021 SEMA Show, answering the question of weather or not the OEM automakers should have displays at this aftermarket trade show. Throw in a few tangents and Automotive Trivia questions, and you've another jam-packed episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! 2021-09-301h 14
V8 Radio PodcastSEMA 2021 Preview, 40th 4 Wheel Jamboree, Cruising Route 66, Auto Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastClosing out the summer car events and racing into the fall!
Kevin Oeste and Mike Clarke have been wringing out the summer car event season as much as possible, and on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, they chat about the Off Road Expo, the 40th Annual O'Rielly Auto Parts Fall 4 Wheel Jamboree, the GTOAA car show in Pontiac, IL, and preview the 2021 SEMA Show in Las Vegas! And if that's not enough, more trivia questions are shared along the way. It's a big episode!2021-09-241h 19
V8 Radio PodcastWhat the heck is taking so long? Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastWe're all in this slow boat (from China) together…
It's no secret that the whole world has been affected by the pandemic, and it has certainly crept into the world of restoration and custom car building. In this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke dive deep into the root of the delays, and how it has domino-effected our industry. There's also some new Automotive Trivia questions, some fun stories, and all the rest of the nonsense you've come to expect from the V8 Radio Podcast! 2021-09-091h 17
V8 Radio PodcastSalt Fever! 2021 Bonneville Speed Week Recap, Automotive Trivia, and more on the V8 Radio Podcast!We recap our trip to the 2021 Bonneville Speed Week on the salt flats outside of Wendover, Utah. The SCTA put on another great event, the salt condition was great for racing, and we're already planning the return trip in 2022. Who knows, maybe even with a race car? Land Speed Racing is surely addictive. Hear all the stories from the trip, along with the Overselling Adjective, Automotive Trivia, and more on this speedy episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!2021-08-241h 24
V8 Radio PodcastSummer Car Shows, Keeping It Cool, Street Machine Summer Nationals, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastSummertime is here, and the V8 Radio Podcast team of Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q Ball" Clarke are taking advantage of car shows and events everywhere possible. Mike is wheeling his GTO to local cruise nights, and Kevin just got back from the 4 Wheel Jamboree Nationals in Bloomsburg, PA, and the Street Machine Summer Nationals in St. Paul, MN. Events like these are full of great stories, cool cars, and great people. There's also Automotive Trivia, some listener shout-outs, a few laughs, and much more on the V8 Radio Podcast! Thanks to The Automotive Enthusiast Network for the lead...2021-07-231h 05
V8 Radio PodcastTuning the GTO, Electrical Surprises, Shout Outs, Veteran Rides, Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio PodcastOn this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste chat about Mike's first drives of his 1967 Pontiac GTO after a lengthy engine rebuild! A little electrical glitch had Mike scratching his head, but he soldiered on and figured it out. Other topics include some listener shout-outs, especially to our friends in Australia. Of course, there's automotive trivia and some other silly stories, and you have another jam-packed episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!2021-07-111h 05
The Aftermarket InsiderThe Aftermarket Insider S1E5 Kevin Oeste, Gary Case, Tom GattusoThe Aftermarket Insider S1E5 Kevin Oeste, Gary Case, Tom Gattuso Presented by Pioneer Car Audio In this episode of The Aftermarket Insider. It's Joe's birthday and coming by the podcast is owner of V8 Speed and Resto as well as V8TV, Kevin Oeste and car builder extraordinaire, Gary Case. Tom Gattuso gives an update on the upcoming SEMA show. And The Barnes Report with Clarence Barnes returns with updates on events around the nation. Host: Joe Sebergandio The Barnes Report: Clarence Barnes Special Guests: Kevin Oeste - www.V8TV.com Gary Case...2020-05-141h 07
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Special Guest Kelle Oeste on All Things V8, Automotive Trivia, and More!In this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Mike “Q Ball” ball Clarke and Kevin Oeste are joined by very special guest Kelle Oeste! Kelle is the Operations Manager of the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, and has been instrumental in building the great crew at V8 Speed and V8TV Productions, as well as the business itself. It was fun to hear some of her stories and perspectives on the shop and team. Of course, you’ll also find automotive trivia, a few laughs, and more on V8 Radio! Subscribe today on your favorite Podcast provider so you don’t...2020-03-131h 09
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: 2019 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals and the V8 CrewThis time, Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke shares his experiences at the 2019 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals (MCACN) show in Chicago. Mike stepped up to host some of the premiere unveilings and to help produce Muscle Car Of The Week videos with the V8TV team. He also shares the hard work and amazing high score of the 1967 Pontiac GTO restored by the V8 Speed and Resto Shop team, which made it’s public debut at the MCACN show as well. It was a jam-packed weekend, making for a jam-packed episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Oh yeah, there’s trivia, too!2019-12-111h 10
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Recap From The Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaOn this episode of the world-renowned V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke chat about the recent Global Auto Salon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. V8TV’s Kevin and Kelle Oeste were both in attendance along with their friend and customer Grady, along with the 1969 Camaro “ZR9” brought in by it’s owner from Dubai. It was an amazing experience, one which broke down stereotypes, shared insights to a huge new market for automotive enthusiasts, and created wonderful new friendships. And don’t worry, Mike and Kevin didn’t forget the trivia question or nonsense, either. 2019-12-061h 17
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Live.. Well, Recorded Live, Anyway, From The 2018 PRI Show in Indianapolis!On this episode of V8 Radio, Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste are joined by fellow V8 Speed and Resto Shop team member Rod Euchner on-stage at the 2018 PRI Show in Indianapolis. They cover many cool moments from the PRI Show, including some of the V8TV panel discussions like the Bonneville session, the Legends of NMCA, Engine Builders, and more. The JE Pistons Masters of Motors competition and Drag Week were also discussed, along with the Featured Products Showcase and what it means to have a “PRI Moment!” It was a great event, and we hope you dig the V8 R...2018-12-2056 min
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals Recap, PRI Preview, Trivia, and More!On this episode of V8 Radio, we recap our experiences at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals and all the cool cars and people in attendance. We also preview our V8TV PRI Stage at the 2018 PRI Show in Indianapolis and the 7 round tables and seminars we’re hosting. It’s going to be a busy event! Mike and Kevin take a sight detour discussing the GM plants closing, and of course, there’s automotive trivia, so you’re bound to find something interesting in this episode of V8 Radio!2018-12-051h 00
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: New Parts Can Fail, PRI 2018 Preview, Legalities of Tuning, Trivia, and More!On this episode of V8 Radio, Mike Clarke spends time behind the wheel of his ’67 GTO! It still has no engine installed, but you can’t blame a guy for getting behind the wheel in the garage in anticipation of the new engine. Mike and Kevin Oeste chat about how even brand-new parts can fail, and you have to be alert all the time when working on engines. And during the V8TV PRI Live Stage preview, they cover the ever-present challenge faced by modern electronic tuner companies and the legalities of modifying new cars. This, automotive trivia questions, and...2018-10-201h 01
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Solving Problems When There Is No Manual, Trivia, And More!On this episode of V8 Radio, Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste dive into a behind-the-scenes scenario regarding an unusual error faced by the V8 Speed and Resto Shop Crew on a project that’s nearly complete, but not quite yet. The car is the sweet 1969 Camaro heavily modified with a Detroit Speed suspension system, Baer Brakes, Forgeline Wheels, Vintage Air, C and R Radiator, Currie rear axle, Hydratech brake booster, sticky Toyo tires, and more. The big recent upgrade comes in the form of a 700+ horsepower GM LT-4 supercharged V8, and so far, it’s been a heck of a ri...2018-10-061h 10
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Mike’s GTO Engine Update, SEMA, V8TV Drive In Cruise Event, Behind The Scenes at V8TVshow.com, MORE!On this episode of V8 Radio, get ready for an update on Mike’s 1967 Pontiac GTO engine build! We know, right? It’s coming together piece by piece. Mike is also going to be attending the SEMA show for his first time this year! Then, Mike and Kevin recap the 4th annual V8TV Drive In Cruise event, where a huge car show meets the Drive In! This year, the featured film was Cannonball Run, and nearly 400 cars were in attendance. Too cool. Mike and Kevin also chat about some of the inner workings of the V8TVshow.com phot...2018-08-301h 03
The Round Six PodcastWhat's Kuchen with Kevin OesteKEVIN OESTE HOPS ABOARD THE MIGHTY ROUND SIX FREIGHT TRAIN
Episode twenty-two of the podcast that shouldn't have brings it all next-level with the always awesome, always friendly and super-prolific Kevin Oeste of V8 Speed & Resto Shop, V8TV, and Muscle Car of the Week. And his team just broke 50,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel. If that doesn't make you feel lazy by comparison, he's also the face on many promo videos for aftermarket companies and the host of SEMA Central at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
...and he likes Buicks...2018-08-1000 minThe Round Six PodcastWhat's Kuchen with Kevin OesteKEVIN OESTE HOPS ABOARD THE MIGHTY ROUND SIX FREIGHT TRAIN Episode twenty-two of the podcast that shouldn't have brings it all next-level with the always awesome, always friendly and super-prolific Kevin Oeste of V8 Speed & Resto Shop, V8TV,2018-08-1000 min
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: 2017 Drive In Cruise, Machine Shop Updates, Trivia, and MoreOn this episode of V8 Radio, Kevin Oeste and Mike Clarke cover the 2017 V8TV Drive In Cruise event where nearly 400 cool and classic cars came out to see American Graffiti on the big screen! They also chat about Mike's challenges with his engine machine shop and share some suggestions on how to get projects done. There's also the trivia questions and a few laughs, all for the same low price!2017-09-091h 00
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: 2017 Hot Rod Power Tour and Street Machine NationalsThis time, Mike and Kevin swap stories about two of the hottest summer automotive events, the Hot Rod Power Tour and the Street Machine Nationals in DuQuoin, IL! Mike and his buddy Robert cruised on several legs of the Power Tour, and Kevin and the V8TV crew were on hand at the Street Machine Nationals showing cars from the V8 Speed and Resto Shop and shooting V8TV Television coverage. This episode kicks off with another tricky set of trivia questions, and doesn't let off the gas 'till the end!2017-07-021h 13
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: How It All Began, Car Trivia, a V8 Track Day, and More!On this episode of V8 Radio, Mike Clarke and Kevin Oeste go back in time as Mike made the mistake of asking Kevin how he got started in this business. It started back in 1996 when Kevin and his buddy Paul Wieshuber embarked on the Hot Rod Power Tour in a car worthy of a junkyard, and it all went downhill from there. Who’d have thought he would have landed a job with Hot Rod and eventually start V8TV and the V8 Speed and Resto Shop? They also chat about the 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL 427 R-Code featured on Muscle Ca...2017-02-261h 04
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Summer Recap, Building Models, Nostalgia, and More!Mike and Kevin chat about the summer car events like the V8TV Drive-In Cruise, building models, Mike’s GTO, and weather nostalgia is good or bad. 2016-09-221h 05
V8 Radio PodcastV8 Radio Podcast: Hanging Out With V8 Superfan Mike Clarke and his 1967 Pontiac GTOV8TV Host Kevin Oeste interviews Mike Clarke about his 1967 Pontiac GTO project, events, and more. 2016-05-2737 min