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HOT ROD Pod: Where It All Began

HOT ROD Pod: Where It All Began

Written by: Hearst Autos LLC / Hot Rod
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 The HOT ROD Pod: Where It All Began brings 75 years of journalism and storytelling to the audio waves as hosts Brian Lohnes and John McGann sit down with the automotive aftermarket's latest trendsetters, motorsport mavens, and mechanical wizards on where they've been and where the hobby and sport are headed.© Copyright Hearst Communications Inc. All rights reserved.
Episodes
  • From a $350 Toolbox to a 7-Year Waitlist: How Tim Palazzolo Built GAP Industries

    From a $350 Toolbox to a 7-Year Waitlist: How Tim Palazzolo Built GAP Industries
    Apr 11 2026

    What started as a leap of faith in a home garage grew into one of the most sought-after muscle car shops, built on craftsmanship, persistence, and the right team. Tim Palazzolo joins the HOT ROD Pod to tell the story of how GAP Industries became a destination for some of the most incredible muscle car builds in the country. Read the full article here ➡️: https://www.hotrod.com/features/tim-palazzolo-gap-industries-custom-car-shop-origin
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    52 mins
  • What Are Car Condos? Inside the Rise of Garage Ultimate’s Car Community

    What Are Car Condos? Inside the Rise of Garage Ultimate’s Car Community
    Apr 2 2026

    A lawyer-turned-developer creates a thriving car condo community where enthusiasts store cars, connect, and expand a fast-growing trend.
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    52 mins
  • An Oil Engineer Tells All! The HOT ROD Podcast visits the Shell and Pennzoil Tech Center

    An Oil Engineer Tells All! The HOT ROD Podcast visits the Shell and Pennzoil Tech Center
    Mar 26 2026

    Go inside the Shell & Pennzoil Technology Center as Pennzoil Technical Scientist Sean Nguyen breaks down the real science behind modern motor oil. From advanced chemistry and thermodynamics to cutting‑edge manufacturing techniques, Sean reveals how today’s oils help engines run cleaner, cooler, and longer than ever before.

    Drag Week racer Alex Taylor joins as guest host, bringing her 200‑mph perspective on pushing lubricants to the limit. If you’ve ever wondered how engine oil is developed—or what makes top‑tier oil essential for high‑performance builds—this episode is a must‑watch.
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    57 mins
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