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This Break/Fix episode features a conversation with Pete Lyons, a renowned motorsport journalist with a career spanning over five decades. Lyons shares his journey from a disinterested teenager to one of the most respected voices in motorsport journalism. He discusses key experiences, including following his father's footsteps, backpacking across Europe to attend races, and covering iconic moments in racing history. The episode delves into the golden era of Can-Am racing, the rise of Formula One, and the evolution of motorsport journalism. Lyons also discusses his latest book, 'My Travels on Racer Road: Can-Am and Formula One in the Golden Age,' offering insights into his career and the stories behind some of the most memorable races and personalities he has cove
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00:00 Welcoming Motorsport Journalist Pete Lyons
01:32 Pete Lyons’ Early Life and Passion for Cars
03:05 Backpacking and European Adventures
08:26 Transition to Motorsport Journalism
12:02 The Dangerous Era of Motorsport
15:31 Exploring the Can-Am Racing Series
31:12 Exploring Iconic Race Tracks
36:59 The Decline of Can-Am Racing
38:29 Covering Formula One in the ’70s
38:57 The Mystique of Lotus, the Reliability of McLaren and the Unique Story of Tyrell
49:49 Writing My Life Story and Advice for Aspiring Writers
59:13 Final Thoughts and Promotions
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
This episode is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) and the Society of Automotive Historians (SAH).
By Motoring Podcast Network5
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This Break/Fix episode features a conversation with Pete Lyons, a renowned motorsport journalist with a career spanning over five decades. Lyons shares his journey from a disinterested teenager to one of the most respected voices in motorsport journalism. He discusses key experiences, including following his father's footsteps, backpacking across Europe to attend races, and covering iconic moments in racing history. The episode delves into the golden era of Can-Am racing, the rise of Formula One, and the evolution of motorsport journalism. Lyons also discusses his latest book, 'My Travels on Racer Road: Can-Am and Formula One in the Golden Age,' offering insights into his career and the stories behind some of the most memorable races and personalities he has cove
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00:00 Welcoming Motorsport Journalist Pete Lyons
01:32 Pete Lyons’ Early Life and Passion for Cars
03:05 Backpacking and European Adventures
08:26 Transition to Motorsport Journalism
12:02 The Dangerous Era of Motorsport
15:31 Exploring the Can-Am Racing Series
31:12 Exploring Iconic Race Tracks
36:59 The Decline of Can-Am Racing
38:29 Covering Formula One in the ’70s
38:57 The Mystique of Lotus, the Reliability of McLaren and the Unique Story of Tyrell
49:49 Writing My Life Story and Advice for Aspiring Writers
59:13 Final Thoughts and Promotions
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The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net
This episode is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) and the Society of Automotive Historians (SAH).

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