Episodes

Jan. 24, 2024

Guest: Sam Mahdavi, Sam's Garage (Part 1)

On this week's show: Rolls Royce is having a sale; the Michigan Tweel is on the highways; cold weather car tips; which is better for your next truck, gas or diesel? Plus part 1 of our interview with Motor Trend's Sam Mahdavi from Sam's Garage. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One, the muscle car experts!
Jan. 18, 2024

Guest: Andrew Davis (Part 2)

On today's show: The Edison Electric hybrid semi-tractor; Ford news and rumors with Aaron Hughes, plus part 2 of our visit with sports car champion Andrew Davis. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud, Tim and guest co-host Brad Ocock of the North Georgia Swap Meet.
Jan. 11, 2024

Guest: Andrew Davis (Part 1)

On today's show: President Biden's EV mandates take a tumble; Ford rethinks the F150 Lightning and part one of a conversation with championship winning race car driver Andrew Davis. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One, the muscle car experts.
Jan. 1, 2024

Guest: Bill Nealis (Part 2)

On today's show: Roger Penske looks at the future of racing; synthetic oil changes; part two of our review of the new products from the SEMA show with Street Toys' Bill Nealis and DJ Bill Wilson. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One, the muscle car experts.
Dec. 22, 2023

Guest: Bill Nealis (Part 1)

On today's show: Guest co-host Bill Nealis from Street Toys and Bud discuss Tesla auto-pilot failures; inside your dirty windshield, plus a review of new products from the Las Vegas SEMA show. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Year One and Concept One Pulley Systems.
Dec. 12, 2023

Guest: Chris Kessler (Part 2)

On today's show: Britain's roads are going to pot; Motor Trend's SUV of the year; and do-it-yourself engine cleaning. Plus part two of our interview with restoration expert Chris Kessler. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One, the muscle car experts.
Dec. 2, 2023

Guest: Paint and Restoration expert Chris Kessler (Part 1)

On today's show: remembering Burmashave road signs; who should buy an EV, and a visit from paint and restoration expert Chris Kessler. Informative automotive buffoonery from Bud and Tim sponsored by Year One, Concept One Pulley Systems and Lanier Technical College.
Nov. 13, 2023

Guest: Larry McReynolds (Part 2)

On today's show: Ford news and rumors; 10 ways to destroy your car, and what the heck is fuel stabilizer? Plus Part 2 of our interview with America's crew chief, Larry McReynolds. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud, Tim and NASCAR historian Cody Dinsmore, sponsored by Year One, Concept One Pulley Systems and Lanier Technical College.
Nov. 2, 2023

Guest: Larry McReynolds (Part 1)

On today's show: road testing the new Corvette E-Ray, fake EV plugs and part 1 of our visit with America's crew chief Larry McReynolds. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and guest host, NASCAR historian Cody Dinsmore, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One.
Oct. 28, 2023

Guest: Woodrow Gaines

On today's show: the correct mileage for a new vehicle; solar vs. diesel engines; teen driving safety with Woodrow Gaines. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Bill, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One pulley systems and Year One.
Oct. 13, 2023

Guest: Rick Humphrey, president of MRRA (Part 2)

On today's show: Super speeders everywhere; a big wiener story; training for a career as a first responder and Part 2 of our visit with Rick Humphrey, president of Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud & Tim, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One.
Sept. 29, 2023

Guest: Rick Humphrey, president of MRRA (Part 1)

On today's show: NASCAR's first EV; battery tenders versus battery chargers and the Carolina Squat; plus part 1 of a visit with Rick Humphrey, president of Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta talking baseball, NASCAR, IMSA and the upcoming Petit LeMans. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Year One, Concept One Pulley Systems and Lanier Technical College.
Sept. 21, 2023

Guest: Kevin King (Part 2)

On today's show, Rocket Man is reducing his car prices, we revisit Evel Knievel's most famous stunt, Joe's Magic Bus and Part 2 of our interview with Kevin King, president of Year One. All that and a whole bunch more informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Year One, Concept One and Lanier Technical College!
Sept. 12, 2023

Guest: Kevin King (Part 1)

On today's show: best cars for dog lovers, Petit LeMans is coming to our town; Rocket Man is cutting prices; and special guest Kevin King, president of Year One Classic Muscle Car Restoration Parts. Sponsored by Year One, Lanier Technical College and Concept One Pulley Systems.
Sept. 4, 2023

Guest: Sean Mathis (Part 2)

On today's show: Ford news and rumors; a 12 rotor Chevy big block; EV tire wear and Gran Tourismo the Movie. Plus, part 2 of our interview with Sean Mathis, founder of Miles Through Time Museum. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Year One, Concept One Pulley Systems and Lanier Technical College.
Aug. 25, 2023

Guest: Sean Mathis (Part 1)

On today's show: the 2025 Mustang GTD, roadside survival tips with Walt Brinker, electric combines, hydrogen powered hot rods and special guest Sean Mathis, founder of Miles Through Time Museum. Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One.
Aug. 20, 2023

Guest: Lauren Fix (Part 2)

On today's show: lessons from Smokey Bear, more cars worth waiting for, round pegs in square holes, and part 2 of our latest interview with Lauren Fix, the Car Coach. Informative automotive buffoonery from Bud and Tim, sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Year One and Lanier Technical College.
Aug. 12, 2023

Guest: Lauren Fix (Part 1)

On today's show: the Chevy Volt is back; Ford news and rumors; and electric school buses revisited. Special guest, Lauren Fix, the Car Coach! Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Lanier Technical College, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One!
Aug. 4, 2023

Guest: Tim Phillips

This week: General Motors invests heavily into internal combustion engines; independent shops and OEMs reach a nationwide agreement; how to train to be an automotive technician; more state snacks; plus special guest, character actor Tim Phillips as the Bandit! Informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems; Year One and Lanier Technical College.
July 30, 2023

Guest: Johnny O'Connell

On today's show: The 2024 Ford Escape redesign; Iron Man is building cars to give away; a deep dive into rotary valve engines, and special guest, champion road racing driver Johnny O'Connell. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Year One, Lanier Technical College and Concept One Pulley Systems!
July 13, 2023

Guest: Joe Steimetz

On today's show: More snacks across the U.S.A.; Toyota takes on Tesla and Carlos Ghosn is in the news again. Plus special guest, Joe Steimetz, keeper of the nationally known Milton Robson car collection!
July 9, 2023

Guest: Doug Turnbull

On today's show: two pickles and a very large potato; more snacks across the U.S.A.; special guest NASCAR pit reporter Doug Turnbull and more informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Tech, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One.
June 23, 2023

Guest: Frank James

On today's show: favorite snacks from across the USA; How car color affects depreciation; pickup trucks, SUVs and increased pedestrian deaths; and guest former NHRA Championship team member Frank James. Sponsored by Year One, Concept One Pulley Systems and Lanier Technical College.
June 20, 2023

Guest: Cody Dinsmore

On today's show: EV charging chess games, pickles and diesel locomotives and special guest, stock car racing historian Cody Dinsmore. All that and a whole bunch more informative automotive buffoonery with Bud and Tim, sponsored by Lanier Tech, Concept One Pulley Systems and Year One.