Horsepower Heritage

It's arguably the greatest event in motorsport- The 24 Hours of LeMans. A grueling trial of men and machines, and for many drivers, the race they most want to win.

Its roots are as deep as the history of the automobile. This is the story of how it all began.

DOLCE è VELOCE AT THE PETERSEN MUSEUM:

https://www.petersen.org/events/dolce-e-veloce-2025

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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After World War II, the American auto industry became obsessed with power and performance, and Chrysler Corporation's Hemi engines became legendary. 

This is the story of the Hemi like you've never heard it before.

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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Veteran writer Tony Thacker has spent decades covering the world of hot rods and motorcycles for multiple magazines in the U.S. and UK, and is the author of over thirty books. His latest work is "Hot Rod Mavericks", which profiles the key builders, engineers and racers in the history of the hot rod movement.

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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Gasoline, Diesel and even jet fuel made out of thin air- it sounds like science fiction, but it's now a reality. 

Rob McGinnis and his team at Prometheus Fuels in Santa Cruz, California have developed a way to extract the elemental building blocks from the atmosphere and turn it into synthetic hydrocarbons that can then be formulated into just about any fuel you want. 

They say they'll beat the current price you see at the pump, and the process is carbon neutral, relying on what's already swirling around us. This could be the future of fuel!

Learn more:

https://prometheusfuels.com

Maurice Merrick on the Bring a Trailer Podcast:https://bringatrailer.com/2025/04/10/one-make-one-decade-with-maurice-merrick-of-horsepower-heritage/

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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One of the biggest trends in the upper echelon of car culture is the development of private racing circuits... where members can really take their machines into "the zone" and exploit the performance of today's most sophisticated supercars.

The Concours Club is one such facility, a state-of-the art "motorsport country club" with all the amenities- a highly versatile circuit, professional driving coaches, a fleet of BMW M2 Club Sports, and gourmet food and beverage service in an elegant trackside restaurant- all just minutes from the heart of Miami, Florida.

It's also a venue for many signature motorsport-themed events each year, including the Flat Six Fest featuring historic competition Porsches.

Aaron Weiss is president of The Concours Club, and he's built a remarkable career on the business side of the track. In this episode, you'll learn what it takes to manage this world-class motorsport playground.

Learn more:

https://theconcoursclub.com

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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Let's be honest: we all spend way too much time online looking at cars for sale, right? It's irresistible. It's almost as if we're building a "virtual" car collection. 

And that's the whole idea behind this episode- pick some cars to suit a few different needs and see what it might cost to put them all in your garage. 

But an unlimited budget would make this easy- so keep it reasonable. You don't have to be rich to have fun with cars.

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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This is the fascinating true story of the most mysterious car collections ever assembled, a tale of international intrigue and relentless pursuit on a scale so grand that it sent shockwaves through the classic car world for decades. 

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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From the monster TV hit "Overhaulin'" to the Mecum Auctions and more, Chris Jacobs has been able to combine his car passions with a long and successful career in front of the camera. 

He's a die-hard MoPar guy and loves high performance, but also a family man and a true media professional. In this episode Chris and Maurice talk American muscle, career, and car culture. Enjoy!

Watch  Dream Collections with Chris Jacobs:

https://www.hagerty.com/media/series/dream-collections/

Check out MAVTV:

https://mavtv.com/

Mecum Auctions:

https://www.mecum.com/

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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Ahh, Paris! Every February, the classic and collector car world converges on the City of Lights for Rétromobile- a massive assemblage of the best offerings in every category of automobilia. 

It's also the site of Bonhams Cars Grand Palais auction, which has something for every taste, from the horseless carriages of the 19th Century to the supercars of today. 

In this episode, Eric Minoff of Bonhams Cars joins us with a bevy of selections from this year's catalogue. Some of the picks may surprise you, from vintage racers to turbo titans. You're sure to find a favorite, so listen and bid accordingly.

VISIT BONHAMS CARS and follow along:

https://cars.bonhams.com/auction/30406/les-grandes-marques-du-monde-and-224-paris/

BONUS LISTEN! Maurice Merrick and Michael Emery on the SLOW BAJA Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slow-baja/id1511808843?i=1000678950029

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HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
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From its beginning as a simple email newsletter to becoming the new paradigm of classic and collector car buying, Bring a Trailer has always had community at the heart of its success. 

Alex Porter was such a fan of the website that he joined the team. He's seen it all as Bring a Trailer has grown, and in this episode, Alex shares his insights on the dynamics of buying and selling, trends in the marketplace, and how to craft a successful listing. 

Alex and Maurice also discuss the phenomenon of "Power Sellers", the most popular era of cars seen on Bring a Trailer, and much more.

VISIT Bring a Trailer:
https://bringatrailer.com/

BECOME A PATRON:
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SUBSCRIBE to Horsepower Heritage on YouTube:
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FIND US ON THE WEB:
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INSTAGRAM: @horsepowerheritage

HORSEPOWER HERITAGE is created, produced and hosted by Maurice Merrick.
Get in touch with Maurice:

https://horsepowerheritage.com/contact

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