July 29, 2025

Drive Thru News #59 - All roads lead to Le Mans Classic!

2 hours 11 minutes

In this monthly news episode of 'The Drive-Thru,' sponsored by various automotive organizations, the hosts take listeners on an extensive journey through their recent adventures in France and Italy. The trip includes attending the Le Mans Classic, exploring renowned automotive museums like Ferrari and Dallara, and recounting the driving experiences with rental cars through the mountainous terrains of Europe. There are discussions about legendary motorsports icons like Ayrton Senna, thrilling hot laps around the Le Mans circuit, and a sneak peek into private car collections in Miami, Florida. The hosts wrap up with insights on the current and future state of Formula 1 racing, including a review of the latest F1-themed movie and Apple's potential venture into F1 broadcasting. The episode commemorates the 5th anniversary of the Break Fix podcast and reflects on the growth and milestones of their motoring network.

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00:00:00 Kicking Off Episode 59 with Studio Banter & Silly Hats

00:02:23 San Francisco Car Adventures

00:03:07 Exploring the Riley Restoration Shop

00:05:50 Sonoma Raceway

00:09:25 Jon Summers' Motorcycle Collection

00:10:59 Hillsborough Concours d'Elegance

00:21:19 Travel Troubles and The Journey to Le Mans Classic

00:32:27 First Day at the Track: Museum Visit and Impressions

00:34:33 Shopping Adventures, Paddock Tour and Car Clubs

00:40:35 VIP Experiences: Hot Laps, Grid Walk & Racing Highlights

01:00:13 Hot Car Picks from France

01:09:07 Driving in Italy & Rental Car Woes

01:38:49 Visiting the Ferrari Museum at Maranello

01:40:56 Exploring Imola and the Senna Memorial

01:46:30 Miami Car Collection Adventures

01:58:24 Formula One Movie Review

02:03:52 Future Motorsports Adventures

02:08:02 Shoutouts, Anniversaries and Wrap-Up!

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