Episodes

  • Lada Niva: The Meme Car That Refuses to Die

    Lada Niva: The Meme Car That Refuses to Die
    Jun 16 2025
    This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/PASTGAS and get on your way to being your best self. Join us this week as we uncover the story of the Lada Niva—a Soviet-built box on wheels that could out-climb a tank. Created to serve everyone from farmers to border guards, the Niva tackled Everest base camp, conquered Africa’s deserts, and even borrowed a few tricks from Porsche. How did this Cold War clunker become a global legend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    56 mins
  • How Caterpillar Built America

    How Caterpillar Built America
    Jun 9 2025
    Join us this week as we jump into the history of Caterpillar, one of the most ubiquitous names in construction. How did they start? What impact did their "caterpillar tracks" have on the construction industry and how were they so instrumental in both world wars?Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here [https://bit.ly/4jUftyv] to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    59 mins
  • Ivan Stewart Won Every Race He Entered

    Ivan Stewart Won Every Race He Entered
    Jun 2 2025
    Join us as we dive into the history of Ivan ‘Ironman’ Stewart, one of the most successful off-road racers to ever do it. How did he go from making iron fences to racing the Baja 1000 by himself to getting his name on an arcade racing game? With grit, tenacity and determination. Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s video! Click here [https://bit.ly/3H6i0qw] to pay a rate based on you. Also thanks to Chubbies for sponsoring this episode. Your new wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code GAS at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/GAS #chubbiespod #sponsored This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/PASTGAS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    48 mins
  • What The Hell Happened To Lancia?

    What The Hell Happened To Lancia?
    May 26 2025
    Join us as we take a deep dive into the more than 100 year old history of Lancia. From the first unibody construction to the first V4 engine to their championship-winning rally tech, Lancia has been on the forefront of automotive innovation since their inception. So how did they go from making some of the most beautiful, awe-inspiring machines to offering only one blobby uninspired hatchback? What the hell happened? This episode is brought to you by Underdog Fantasy! Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE (www.underdogfantasy.com) with promo code GAS to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick or download the app! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at www.betterhelp.com/PASTGAS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    50 mins
  • The Tamiya Story: Small Cars, Big Legacy

    The Tamiya Story: Small Cars, Big Legacy
    May 19 2025
    This week, the guys take a closer look at Tamiya — the model kit company that shaped generations of gearheads. How did a small woodworking shop in postwar Japan become a global powerhouse in RC and scale modeling? And how did one family’s relentless pursuit of perfection leave its mark on everything from toy stores to Formula One? Thanks to Allstate for sponsoring today’s episode! Click here https://bit.ly/4ddVqs3 to check Allstate first and see how much you could save on car insurance. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PASTGAS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    51 mins
  • How Edelbrock Started The Aftermarket Revolution

    How Edelbrock Started The Aftermarket Revolution
    May 12 2025
    Join us as we take a deep dive into the history of one of the most recognizable aftermarket companies in car history: Edelbrock. How did a young guy from the midwest move out to Southern California and start a hot rodding revolution? And how did the company evolve to capitalize on multiple perfect moments? Thanks to Underdog for sponsoring this podcast. Sign up and deposit for Underdog at underdogfantasy.com with promo code GAS or download the app to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The Toughest S.O.B. in F1

    The Toughest S.O.B. in F1
    May 5 2025
    This week, the guys talk about one of racing’s most unlikely heroes. How did Nigel Mansell take on Aryton Senna, survive multiple near-death experiences, and manage to claim the F1 and Indy Car titles at the same time? Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PASTGAS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Max Orido: From Farm Boy to Japanese Racing Legend

    Max Orido: From Farm Boy to Japanese Racing Legend
    Apr 28 2025
    This week, we're exploring one of Japan's most legendary drivers, Max Orido. From his humble beginnings on his family farm to drifting the touges to endurance racing all the way to NASCAR, Orido refuses to be pigeonholed into one type of racing. But how did he get his start in racing? And where is he now? Help us plan the Donut Podcast Tour by filling out this quick survey at https://tinyurl.com/mvdny6jc and you'll get a code for 10% off at our online store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 5 mins
adbl_web_global_use_to_activate_webcro805_stickypopup