Future Motoring

This week's guests are Craig Ranson and Rob Harvey of Bridge Classic Cars. 

In this episode of Future Motoring, And enters  the world of Bridge Classic Cars, where classic car restoration meets innovative sustainable practices meets community and authenticity. Craig Ranson and Rob Harvey discuss their passionate work on classic cars, the integration of synthetic fuels, and their engaging media presence. They share their mission to bridge the gap between the past and future of motoring, highlighting their initiatives, including a delightful children's book 'Riley' that educates about classic cars and sustainability. They also emphasize the importance of community, authenticity, and evolving practices in the world of classic car restoration.

00:00 Welcome to Future Motoring
00:23 Introducing Bridge Classic Cars
01:20 Sustainable Fuel and Classic Cars
04:25 The Bridge Classic Cars Team
08:27 The Journey of Bridge Classic Cars
11:11 The Passion for Classic Cars
16:16 Building a Community Around Cars
20:21 Challenges and Successes
40:32 Technicians' Passion and Authenticity
41:36 The Rilee Restoration Journey
45:43 The Radiator Discovery
51:31 Introducing the Children's Book
55:33 Future of Classic Cars and Sustainability
01:00:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Bridge Classic Cars

Synthetic Fuel Workshop
Rilee's Story
Classic Car YouTube
ClassicCarKids

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Filmmaker lori lozinski on Motorcycling, Nature, and Self-Discovery

Award-winning producer and filmmaker lori lozinski, renowned for her poignant short films 'The Pilgrimage' and 'A Motorcycle Saved My Life,' opens up about navigating personal loss, challenging societal norms, and achieving balance between masculine and feminine energies through the liberating experience of motorcycling. Touching on transformative events like Babes Ride Out and discovering the deep connections between humans and nature, Andrea and lori explore themes of belonging, reconciliation, and self-acceptance. A powerful dialogue on freedom, identity, and the importance of embracing one's true self. PHOTO@Eline Mets

lori's website and films
The Pilgrimage
A Motorcycle Saved My Life
The episode of This Motorcycle Life

00:00 Finding Purpose in Everyday Life
00:26 The Motorcycle Connection
00:54 Living in the Present Moment
01:34 Embracing Identity and Safety
02:41 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies
04:41 Introduction to lori lozinski
08:54 lori's Childhood and Family Dynamics
11:31 Journey to Filmmaking
15:36 Mother's Influence and Family Challenges
20:49 Sports and Personal Struggles
33:48 Facing the Fear of Failure
33:57 Supportive Parents and Childhood Memories
36:25 The Impact of Sports and Parental Support
37:14 The Pilgrimage Ride Experience
38:35 Coping with Parental Loss
40:46 Embracing Motorcycles and Personal Freedom
43:20 Navigating Family Dynamics and Personal Growth
01:01:34 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies
01:06:55 Creating the Pilgrimage Documentary
01:10:09 Returning to Vancouver: A Filmmaker's Journey
01:10:29 The Ride: A Unique Motorcycle Experience
01:12:01 The Mystery and Trust of the Ride
01:12:59 The Bonding Experience
01:15:23 Capturing the Journey: Filming the Ride
01:15:57 Reflections on Motorcycling and Masculinity
01:19:30 Nature, Belonging, and Safety
01:20:49 A Motorcycle Saved My Life: Exploring Family and Land
01:31:35 Healing the Mother Wound
01:45:13 Reconciliation and Future Projects
01:48:54 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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Could we have planned relevance instead of planned obsolescence in auto design? Will sustainable transportation come through a Trojan Horse? What does speed look like in design? Does the human spirit push the boundaries of propulsion?

Join philosopher Andrea Hiott as she delves into a captivating conversation with Luke Mack, a visionary designer, and artist. Luke helped design the R1T for Rivian and now works for Arc Boats. Discover Luke's journey from Michigan to Seoul, Korea, influenced by his father's automotive design career at General Motors. Unveil the philosophy behind 'forever motoring' as embracing discomfort and positioning "Trojan Horses" in art and design so as to awaken new perspective. From car design at Rivian and Chrysler to electric boats at Arc, Luke discusses the balance of freedom and constraints in design, and how new electric technologies are reshaping traditional industries. Also, get a glimpse into Luke's artistic ventures and how they reflect his thought process and vision for the future of movement. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on the intersection of art, design, and sustainable motoring. #ecologicalmotoring #electricvehicles #rivian #arc
Luke Mack's Art: https://www.lukejmack.com/
Luke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-mack...

00:00 Introduction to Forever Motoring
00:59 Guest Introduction and Early Life
01:31 Experiences in South Korea
01:56 Influence of Father's Career
04:55 Artistic Approach to Car Design
11:01 Balancing Art and Design
15:51 Career Path and Education
20:44 Early Career and Internships
22:30 Joining Rivian and Electric Vehicles
29:34 Discovering the Future of Electric Vehicles
29:53 Design Freedom with Electric Vehicles
30:33 The Design Process at Rivian
33:32 Transition to California and Its Impact

Rivian
Arc Boats

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In this episode of Forever Motoring, host and philosopher Andrea Hiott welcomes Peter De Lorenzo, famously known as the Auto Extremist. Peter is recognized for his influential and candid blog, running since 1999, which has significantly impacted automotive journalism. They discuss Peter's upbringing in Detroit during the golden age of the automobile industry, his deep-rooted love for cars, his experiences with the notable figures of GM, and his insightful column on what its like to live in Detroit and the recent restoration of Michigan Central Station. Peter shares his thoughts on the evolution of the automobile industry, the challenges it faces, and his belief in the enduring spirit of true believers in the automotive world. Tune in for a compelling conversation about the intersection of passion, technology, and the future of motoring. Peter describes the future as needing a kaleidoscope of power for our vehicles.

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00:00 Introduction to Peter DeLorenzo

01:21 Peter's Early Life and Love for Cars

04:11 The Golden Age of Detroit

09:06 Planned Obsolescence and Detroit's Contradictions

16:32 The Resilience of Detroit

18:04 The True Believers of the Auto Industry

19:59 The Impact of World War II on Detroit

23:39 The Evolution of Auto Extremist

25:44 The Inertia of Social Media and Information Overload

26:40 The True Believers and the Love for Automobiles

27:49 The Freedom and Experience of Driving

29:46 The Impact of Technology on Travel and Presence

35:32 Environmental Challenges and the Future of Mobility

40:45 The Role of True Believers in Driving Change

43:27 The Birth and Impact of Auto Extremist

48:40 Reflections on a Career and Legacy

53:55 Forever Motoring: A Vision for the Future

#detroit #autoindustry #driving

The Autoextemist

On Detroit, the column we discuss.

"We’re a state of mind that’s filled with countless contradictions, and our great history is offset by some lurid realities.

We’ve contributed much to the American fabric, yet we have a historical propensity to make things brutally tough on our day-to-day well-being.

We’ve brought this country a sound like no other and a gritty, gutty context that’s second to none, yet we’ve created countless problems for ourselves, most all of them self-inflicted.

We created the “Arsenal of Democracy” when our country needed it most, yet we allowed a movement based on fairness to become a disease based on entitlement and rancor.

We’ve contributed much to this nation's progress and standing, yet we can’t seem to get out of our own way at times, which is infuriating and debilitating.

But thankfully, the story never really ends for Detroit. At least not yet anyway. We’re still standing, warts and glaring faults and all. And you can forget the recent glory stories about our renaissance because we don’t really need ‘em to validate us.

We know who we are. And we know that the perception isn’t often favorable. And we get that. But still there’s an exuberance and spirit here that no interloper of a CEO can ever capture.

It’s a Detroit thing, or if you must, a Dee-troit thing, as Bob Seger so aptly put it. And we’re proud of what that means.

And that’s the High-Octane Truth for this week."

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Craig is Tata Chancellor's Professor of Philosophy and a Founding Faculty and Co-Director of the Institute for Practical Ethics at the University of California San Diego. He is also part of the Campus Climate Change Committee, which has seen some historic enactment relative to the university and environmental policies. Here he and Andrea discuss disinformation and ethical responsibility within the realms of academia and corporations, particularly as related to the automotive industry, exploring the broader implications for environmental sustainability and change.

Even as both speakers talk of the importance of vehicles in their own lives and the cars they have loved over the years, the conversation takes a long look at the automotive sector, from its ethical quandaries to the potential of its innovations like electric vehicles, highlighting the delicate balance between economic objectives, environmental stewardship, and the drive towards 'ecological motoring.' Through these discussions, the script paints a multidimensional picture of the quest for integrity and sustainability in an age fraught with challenges.

Craig outlines the historical challenges of academic freedom versus corporate influence, exemplified by the similarity in various scandals such as those involving the tobacco industry and Volkswagen’s Dieselgate, to discuss the intricate dance between personal accountability and the necessity for structural evolution. The narrative underscores the importance of transparency, the impact of social norms, and the proactive role of education in fostering a sustainable future.

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Craig’s website

Craig's Google Scholar

More great talks and interviews with Craig 

Fossil Fuel Money Article

When is it okay to ban research funding?

More resources:

https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2023-11-07/medicine-rules-conflict-of-interest-climate-change 

https://www.amazon.com/Doubt-Their-Product-Industrys-Threatens/dp/019530067X 

00:00 Tackling Disinformation in Academic Research
01:41 A Personal Journey Through Motoring Memories
03:11 The Environmental Awakening of a Late Adopter
06:50 Exploring the Philosophy of Motoring and Movement
20:10 The Impact of Fossil Fuel Funding on University Research
24:57 The Complex Web of Industry Influence and Climate Change
28:57 Navigating the Ethical Landscape of Academic Funding
39:17 Reflecting on Personal Responsibility in the Climate Crisis
40:50 Reflecting on Social Norms and Tobacco Strategy
42:01 The Shift in Academic Funding and Social Acceptance
43:04 Exploring the Impact of Fossil Fuel Funding on Academia
43:52 The Power of Social Norms in Changing Behaviors
44:28 Government's Role vs. Social Movements in Public Health
48:44 The Complex Relationship Between Individual and Collective Responsibility
51:23 The Challenge of Structural Changes for Environmental Ethics
56:56 The Role of Transparency and Ethics in Environmental Change
01:03:17 Academic Freedom and the Infl

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Shaping the Future of Mobility: Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Transportation

A conversation with Riversimple's CEO Hugo Spowers and philosopher Andrea Hiott which presents a holistic view on transforming mobility and car usage, centered around sustainable and innovative approaches. Featuring insights from Hugo Spowers leadership in creating hydrogen cars, it delves into the company's groundbreaking hydrogen fuel cell car technology and the Future Guardians business model, which seeks to realign the car industry's focus toward sustainability, reducing environmental impact, and community wellness by selling mobility as a service. Additionally, it addresses the broader challenges of urban mobility, highlighting the issues of car overpopulation and issues of weight, and advocating for reduced vehicle numbers through improved mass transport and shared car systems in cities. The discussion is framed around the need for a shift in societal attitudes, politics, and overcoming system inertia to truly reinvent how we think about and use cars, aiming for a future where transportation is efficient, sustainable, less congested, and still human.

00:00 Embracing the Aikido Approach in Business and Engineering
00:40 Introducing Forever Motoring and Riversimple's Unique Business Model
01:01 Rethinking Business Goals: Profit vs. Ecological Health
01:33 The Future Guardian Model: A New Paradigm for Business
03:02 The Service Model: A Revolutionary Approach to Car Ownership
05:04 The Journey from Racing to Sustainable Transport
21:05 The Philosophical Shift: From Reductionism to Systems Thinking
24:52 Aligning Business with Ecosystem Laws for Sustainable Success
38:28 Rethinking Profit and Capitalism in Business
38:47 Designing for Financial, Environmental, and Social Returns
40:52 The Three Levels of Design: Product, System, and Purpose
44:19 Resilience and Profitability: Aligning Interests for a Sustainable Future
47:04 The Future Guardian Governance Model: A Multi-Stakeholder Approach
01:01:53 The Role of Hydrogen and Electric Vehicles in Sustainable Transportation
01:10:41 Corporate Governance & Infrastructure: Paving Sustainable Ways
01:15:19 Envisioning the Future of Motoring: Fewer Cars, Better Systems

Riversimple

Building Tomorrow by Paddy LeFlufy

Riversimple's 'Future Guardian' business model could change the world

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In this episode, Andrea Hiott has a conversation with Tino Belli, a renowned race car engineer who has a storied career in the industry, which includes over 14 years at Andretti, work at March Engineering, and being the director of aerodynamic development at Indy Car. The conversation touches on the challenges and triumphs Belli experienced in his career, the importance of balance and perspective in the high-stress world of racing, and his work to create some of the best cars in racing history. They also discuss Belli's innovative contributions to sustainability in racing through his design of a micro tube heat exchanger and Indy Car's use of 100% renewable ethanol fuel.

AAIA bio of Tino Belli

Andretti Motorsports

Robin Herd and March Engineering

Dan Wheldon

Microtube Heat Exchanger Mezzo

EMI: the Ecological Motoring Initiative

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What it Takes: How to become an Astronaut with legendary motorcycle designer Ola Stenegärd. The dialogue explores Ola's journey from a young child growing up in the Swedish countryside to becoming a renowned figure in the motorcycle industry. Key topics include the thrill of creating and riding motorcycles, the importance of design in creating vehicles, Ola's journey to becoming a designer, and the future of motorcycles in a world that has to rethink the sustainability of motoring. The interview emphasizes the role of passion and determination in achieving one's dreams, using Ola's career as a testament.

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Ola Stenegärd on Instagram

Indian Motorcycles

Forever Motoring

Featuring:

brothers and the Easy Rider scene in Sweden

Skateboard disasters

Truck engines in tractors

How being a farmer mean being creative

Why a farm is like a workshop

Riding horses and riding bikes

The liviing machine

„breathing life into the engine is like breathing soul into it“
"...especially when it is an engine you built yourself..."

Hard to find something as exciting as figuring out a paticular bike and what makes its engine tick

Ola’s first Chopper which he created when he was about 14 years old

that first moment of flow, realizing the power of drawing before building

Winning first in his class at this show where all the people and bikes he had been seeing in magazines were suddenly there in real life--what other dream can be so rich?

The importance of teachers and their encouragement

How one sentence or even just a couple of words can change a life

ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena…seeing all these famous people in magazines who had built cars and bikes and who had gone there, it felt impossible to ever get there himself, like going to the moon or becoming an astronaut…

How others help us by seeing the best of us, often what we cannot see in ourselves

Though he has experienced a lot of good luck and grace, he also has a lot of passion and dedicated himself to this hard work and obsession…

Selling all his motorcycles to pay his way through art school

Greg Brew

Polaris industries

Church of Choppers

Forever Two Wheels

Remember who you are designing for (the rider, the customer, the person living day to day life with this bike)

“you pour a lot into that vehicle because you know its going to mean a lot to the person who buys it”

Syd Mead

A different take on what it will mean to create ecological motoring…

How far can you throw the ball? The balance of innovation and finding better ways to motor.

Electric should not be an excuse for being weird.

Ola’s ICE test.

He offers a different view than previous guests because he points out that a lot of things like the fuel tank might seem redundant (now that it is not alays used for fuel for example) but have actually evolved to have different purposes and should not be done away with just because we are doing away with other conventions.

Bringing it back to the basics—to the rider and the bike and their intimate relationship, that is the real pivot and always will be in ecological motoring.

Business advice

Living and breath

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Philosopher Andrea Hiott talks with Maximilian Funk, a key figure in the motoring world who is the brains behind several significant events and places like the first electric motorcycle festival in Berlin, the Reload Land Festival, and the community garage and co-working space, Craftwerk. The interview touches upon Max's life, influences, his interest in cars and motorcycles, entrepreneurship with Craftwerk, his passion for motoring, and involvement with e-fuels
 
Instagram for Max

Chrome and Flames

Moto Raver

Craftwerk

Espresso GT Cars & Coffee

Craftwerk Instagram

Vice Magazine Berlin

Classic Remise Berlin

gestalten

The Ride

Fly Fishing Book

Reload Land Festival

Flat Track Racing

superplus Media

Craftwerk Berlin

E Fuel Today

Super Plus Media

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Saorise Fitzpatrick is a delightful human being and the 2023 winner of Screen to Speed and we are posting this conversation with her on the eve of the Screen to Speed Holiday Invitational, a very special event where star real life racecar drivers compete with sim racers.

Saorise won the Sim Racing competition first,  then got to race for real at the Las Vegas speedway in a Porsche with Sabre Cook of Kelly Moss there for support.  Before driving the Porsche, she had only ever driver her mom's car in the parking garage.  Saorise describes it all here for us and for those not yet familiar with sim racing, she gives a good overview of what it is, and how it feels to be a virtual racer and then become a real racer on a real track.

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Watch the conversation @moveusforward https://www.youtube.com/@moveusforward

Watch the documentary of the first event.

This Episode goes along with a post on Forever Motoring called Simulated Motoring.

And it is broadcast in honor of the Screen to Speed Holidays Invitational, a special event that pits real female race care drivers racing against female sim racers. 

More at www.screentospeed.com. 

The Screen to Speed Holiday Invitational: https://www.screentospeed.com/

iracing: https://www.iracing.com/

Init Esports

Formula 1 Sim Racing Championship

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