Author: Mickey

The Mistyry Box

Published: 15 August 2023

On F1, Fuel Economy and Wafflehomes!

Misty gets a surprise shipment from the states! The panel digs deep into the global socio-political implications on the “girlificiation of F1.” Ben tees up a discussion on the closing of environmental loopholes for vehicles over 4,000 pounds. Ben teaches us how to hotwire a care through any exposed wire bus. And, Tim teases us with what standard piece of equipment may not be available in future cars for sale in America.

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Please Don't Drool On The Maserati

Published: 8 August 2023

Nobody here but us cheeckens with Micky away on the west coast. Misty is still moist, Dave drives the Grand Trivia Auto, and Ben pretends to know how to host a podcast. Tim staggers in late as we discuss how to get us all over to Paris for the big international hot-dang auto show next year. Those aren’t pillows! Which of us speaks the worst French? How much escargot can we eat in a Peugeot? Is it equipped with a steinschlagschutzhulle?

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Let's Blame Misty for the Moist Peanut-Cheese

Published: 1 August 2023

Misty sets a new record for getting to moist, our guest is a no-show, and Dave sheds some light on J.D. Power. We explore our peanut-fetish before moving on to some listener questions, but the peanut-cheese just won’t go away.

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It's a One-Butt Kitchen

Published: 25 July 2023

Mickey is going to send Misty a mystery-box and also announces that he’s purchased a house that will eventually have his dream-garage, and we’re all waiting for the garage-warming party! Yelotus makes its first car-show appearance. Dawn wants to know if a fuel-additive that promises to make a car with a bad catalytic converter pass an emissions test is legit, and F1 gets historic with three red flags.

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DHL Express and Club Athena Partner for “Girls at Track”

Published: 21 July 2023

Loxley Browne of Club Athena makes a quick visit to talk about a special event in partnership with DHL and Andretti Autosport. Seven dedicated “Athenians” will be chosen to spend two days trackside with Andretti and DHL Express team members as they learn from industry experts and have fun with hands-on experiences.  

Girls interested in joining the program can apply for membership at ClubAthena.org. The deadline for selection in the DHL – Andretti – Club Athena program is July 30. Members who are selected will be notified on July 31st. 

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