In the Garage Automotive Podcast by Carparts.com

In this episode of the In the Garage Automotive Podcast, Richard Jiang talks about his passion for cars and experiences with car subcultures inspired by the Fast & Furious movie franchise. They discuss Richard's progression from owning his first car at age 15 to now having owned over 30 vehicles. Richard talks about getting into drifting, street racing, desert racing trucks, motorcycles and more. He also discusses how the Fast & Furious movies glorified car culture and inspired younger generations despite having some cringey dialogue and unrealistic scenes.

TOPICS: 
- Getting an Eclipse GSX and getting into drifting & fixing cars
- Influence of Fast & Furious movie franchise on car culture
- Richard's adventures with built Evo making 500-700HP
- Pros and cons of various Subarus Richard owned
- Going to track days and race events instead of illegal street racing
- Richard's favorite types of racing: desert racing trucks and motorcycles
- His current favorite vehicle - Ford Raptor truck
- Dream 2-car garage: Raptor + Porsche 992 Turbo S

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In this episode of the "In the Garage" podcast with Carparts.com, guest Ivan Zerpa discusses Mini Coopers. Ivan shares his personal experiences with Mini Coopers, focusing on their compact size, fuel efficiency, and unique driving experience. The conversation touches on various aspects of Mini Coopers, including their surprising interior space, the feel of driving a small car, and some interesting design quirks.

TOPICS: 
- Ivan discusses his reasons for choosing a Mini Cooper.
- The conversation covers the tactile driving experience in a Mini Cooper, feeling every bump on the road, and the illusion of speed due to the car's low height.
- Contrasting the Mini's size with a Fiat, highlighting the Mini's surprisingly spacious interior despite its small exterior.
-  Ivan mentions owning a 2013 Mini Cooper since 2015 and talks about his approach to maintenance and repairs, learning as he goes.

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In this episode of the In the Garage Automative Podcast, long-time industry professional Robin Delgado recounts his favorite builds and the sentimental value of his past cars. Robin reminisces about his father's Toyota Corona Deluxe Mark II and a second-generation Dodge Ram 1500 he owned, sold, and later tried to repurchase. He also discusses his current project, a third-generation Toyota 4Runner, and his experience with overlanding. The conversation touches on different aspects of car ownership, including mechanical work, car culture, and the evolution of personal vehicle preferences over time.

TOPICS: 
- Reminiscing about memorable cars like the Toyota Corona Deluxe Mark II and a Dodge Ram 1500.
- Discussion about current projects, including a Toyota 4Runner and a BMW 80 series.
- Experiences with different types of vehicles, including 4Runners, FJs, and BMWs.
- Insights into the car culture, including overlanding and car restoration.
- The journey of learning about car maintenance, repairs, and customization.
- The emotional attachment to certain vehicles and the regret of selling them.

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In this episode of the "In the Garage" Automotive Podcast, Alex Tuch explains how to get started with car repairs and modifications. Alex discusses common misconceptions about mechanics, the basic tools and repairs beginners can start with, building confidence as you gain experience, involving friends and community, and advice for continuing to advance your skills.

TOPICS: 
- Dispelling misconceptions that you need to be "born" a mechanic or have expensive specialized tool sets
- Start with basic tune-ups like oil changes, air filters, spark plugs
- Invest in quality socket sets, screwdrivers, pry bars as your core starter tools
- Use caution but don't be afraid to try repairs, especially on older vehicles
- Get a torque wrench and use proper specs for major components
- Involve friends who can teach; offer to help even if just handing tools
- Start building your toolkit as you take on new repairs

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WeatherTech®'s Rick Herman joins the In the Garage Automotive Podcast during SEMA 2023 to discuss new truck bed liners and storage solutions designed to protect truck owners' investments, including a custom-fit bed mat to grip cargo and a modular storage system to customize cargo areas. Rick explains how WeatherTech® uses patented injection molding and American manufacturing to create innovative accessories that solve common truck owner problems better than competing products.

TOPICS:
- Reasons why truck owners buy accessories like bed liners - to protect, clean, and organize their valuable truck investment
- Evolution of truck bed liners over time, from basic rubber mats to drop-in liners to newer thermoform and injection molded options
- WeatherTech® recently developed a new digitally measured injection molded bed mat for F-150 trucks that precisely fits the truck bed, has a special texture to grip cargo, and buckles to stay in place
- WeatherTech® has patented injection molding equipment and process to make these bed mats that no other company offers
- Issues with other bed liners like letting humidity/moisture build up and cargo sliding around
- WeatherTech's commitment to quality manufacturing and innovation in America
- Overview of WeatherTech®'s new modular truck storage system called the CargoTech that works with wood boards to make customizable cargo boxes

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In this episode of the In the Garage Podcast "On the Road" Edition, interviews Jeremy from MAHLE at the AAPEX trade show, discussing the importance of cabin air filters. Join us as we discuss air quality, allergen control, and simple DIY replacement, highlighting how these filters contribute to better health and a fresh cabin environment. They also touch on the impact of particulate matter on health and explore the different types of cabin air filters available. 

TOPICS:
- Importance of cabin air filters in vehicles
- Explanation of cabin air filter function in cleaning air inside the vehicle
- Benefits of clean cabin air filters
- Discussion of the impact of particulate matter on health
- Different types of cabin air filters available
- Encouragement for DIY cabin air filter replacement and its simplicity
- Tips on finding the cabin air filter location in a vehicle
- How MAHLE has expertise in filtration and produces high-quality cabin air filters

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In this episode of the In the Garage Podcast, Hunter Brabham, a car enthusiast and category manager at CarParts.com, discusses his experience building and racing a track car, starting with an engine swap on a BMW 325is. Hunter talks about how he got into go-kart racing as a kid, which led to autocross events and eventually building a dedicated track car. He provides an overview of the different types of amateur and professional racing classes, explaining how they group similar cars to compete.

TOPICS:
- Hunter's experience building and racing a track car
- Overview of amateur and professional racing classes
- Getting started tracking your own production car
- Basic modifications for tracking like wheels, tires, brakes
- Importance of safety upgrades - seats, harnesses, roll cage
- Improving car handling and reducing lap times
- Costs involved in tracking and amateur racing
- Physical demands of high performance driving

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In this episode of the In the Garage Podcast, Scott Johnson, a guest with experience in off-roading,  discusses how he first got into off-roading through work in the automotive industry, provides tips for beginner off-road drivers, and recommends upgrades like lift kits and rugged tires to make vehicles more capable for exciting trails.

TOPICS:
- Hear how the guest fell into off-roading through his work in the auto industry
- Get the backstory on the guest's first off-road project vehicle - a 1989 Jeep YJ
- Learn about epic destinations like the renowned Rubicon Trail
- Get pro tips to upgrade your rig and drive trails safely as a beginner
- Find out how the off-road community helps each other out on the trails
- Discover the first mods you should make for more off-road capability
- Learn where you can score the best parts for your next off-road build

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In this episode of the In the Garage Podcast, Ryan Henderson to share his beginner's journey into car culture and auto mechanics. Ryan explains how family influences sparked his interest in cars starting with going under his own vehicle to stare at parts. He provides tips for new enthusiasts like beginning with easy repairs like air filters, using online tutorials, and joining supportive car communities. He stresses proper tool use, reading instructions, and practicing repairs to gain confidence working on your own vehicle.

TOPICS:
- Getting inspired by family to work on cars
- Staring at your own parts to overcome intimidation
- Beginning with easy repairs like air filters
- Using online tutorials and communities for guidance
- Affordable starter cars like old Toyotas
- Recording repairs to remember reassembly
- Proper tool use and repair techniques
- Gaining confidence working on your own vehicle

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In this episode of the In the Garage Podcast our friendly car enthusiast, Jeff, shares his incredible journey through 20 daily drivers. From classic American muscle to sleek European imports, Jeff's stories are both entertaining and educational. Plus, he'll provide expert tips on how to find your perfect ride.

TOPICS: 
- Buying used vehicles on Craigslist
- Modifying a daily driver vehicle
- What to look for when buying a used car
- Starting with an older, simple car to learn mechanics
- Having a reliable daily driver separate from your project car
- Picking a project car you're excited about

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