2025 SEMA Show Recap, Q’s GTO Updates, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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On the latest V8 Radio Podcast – Kevin’s hopped up on cold meds so he’s a bit goofy, but the mellifluous vibes are STRONG! We dive deep into SEMA Show 2025, automotive trivia, Q-Ball’s GTO block resurrection, and a LOT more! Listen and subscribe! #V8Radio #SEMAShow #MuscleCars

🔥 Topics & Tangents:

SEMA Show recap: New dealers, 2334 display vehicles, the Smokey Yunick Camaro, thousands of new products & the epic SEMA Cruise chaos!
1969 Corvette build spotlight with Coker Tire’s hot new redline/raised white letter Pro-Trac radials
GTO 400 block teardown: Cracked, but not dead! Dyno dreams ahead!

😂 And: Kevin apologizes on-mic for blocking media cams at the SEMA Cruise: “Sorry, I was the guy with the big bucket of brains!” 🤯

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2025 SEMA Show Recap, Q's GTO Updates, Automotive Trivia, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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From Illegal Nash Ambassadors to SEMA Prep, it’s V8 Radio’s Latest Automotive Adventure!

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Tune in to the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast with hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke – it’s an “illuminating” ride full of classic car chat, trivia, and shop stories. Whether you’re wrenching on your ride or just dreaming about it, this one’s a must-listen!

In This V8 Radio Podcast Episode:

Automotive trivia bombs: Why was the 1957 Nash Ambassador illegal in 11 states? And what’s unique about 1968-1970 Firebird window stickers?
Behind-the-scenes at V8 Speed & Resto Shop: From building a stunning ’66 Chevelle SS (aka “Tropical Freeze”) to the latest engine carnage update on Q’s GTO.
Fun shop tales: Impromptu car club tours, student success stories, and prepping for the 2025 SEMA show.

Funny moment:

Kevin’s deadpan rage-baiting about “LS-swapping” everything – even though he secretly knows it’s sometimes the smart move. 😂 Don’t miss Q’s reaction!

Listen now on your favorite podcast app, subscribe for more, and share with your car buddies. What’s your wildest engine fail story? Drop it in the comments! #V8Radio #ClassicCars #MuscleCars #Podcast

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V8 Radio Podcast

From Illegal Nash Ambassadors to SEMA Prep, it's V8 Radio's Latest Automotive Adventure!

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Springtime Events, Fantasy 4 Wheelers, Your Car Legacy, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast

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Let’s get summer on the road!

Join hosts Kevin Oeste and guest Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke on this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast as they dive into the excitement of the upcoming Street Machine Nationals event, chat about your car’s legacy, design a fantasy desert cruiser, share riveting automotive trivia, and have a few laughs along the way. Tune in for an engaging mix of car talk and fun—don’t forget to listen and subscribe today!

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#V8RadioPodcast #StreetMachineNationals #CarTalk #AutomotiveTrivia

V8 Radio Podcast

Springtime Events, Fantasy 4 Wheelers, Your Car Legacy, Automotive Trivia and More on the V8 Radio Podcast

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Playing Fetch With Your Inner Labrador, LED Headlights, Simple Fixes, & Car Trivia on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke and Kevin Oeste chat about how you can find far more enjoyment and success when working on your car – or any other part of life – by channeling your “inner labrador” and keeping a positive frame of mind and focusing on the outcome. You control your thoughts, thoughts control feelings. We’ll explain. Also, hang around for Q’s LED headlight upgrade on the ’67 Pontiac GTO and Kevin’s triumph over silent horns on the ’62 Ford Galaxie, Automotive Trivia, and much more on the V8 Radio Podcast!

#carpodcast #v8radio #postiveoutlook

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V8 Radio Podcast

Playing Fetch With Your Inner Labrador, LED Headlights, Simple Fixes, & Car Trivia on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Muscle Car Restoration Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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The V8 Radio Podcast is your perfect garage or road trip companion!

Hang out with Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke with Muscle Car project updates from the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, insights on overthinking your project, muscle car videos, automotive trivia, and much more on the latest V8 Radio Podcast! #carpodcast #automotivepodcast #v8radio #musclecarpodcast

1973 Duster Photos and Video:

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V8 Radio Podcast

Muscle Car Restoration Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Catching Up and New Cool Car Builds at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke cover the 2024 SEMA Show and Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, and preview some cool new Black Label concept cars from the V8 Speed and Resto Shop! They pack a ton into this episode, including some new Automotive Trivia contest questions, so clear some space between your ears for the latest V8 Radio Podcast!

2024 SEMA Show Recap
2024 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals
New Projects In The V8 Speed and Resto Shop
Automotive Trivia

https://www.v8speedshop.com/concepts

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#v8speedshop #customcars #carpodcast

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V8 Radio Podcast

Catching Up and New Cool Car Builds at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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PRI President Mike Good, Automotive Trivia, and Much More at the 2024 PRI Show V8 Radio Podcast

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Performance Racing Industry (PRI) President Mike Good joins Kevin Oeste, Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke, and Brian Wibbenmeyer in this on-location episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Although not new to the industry, 2024 marked Mike Good’s first PRI Show as President, and the racing business trade show was a huge success. Hear a bit about what makes Good tick, automotive trivia, and the usual V8 Radio Banter on this episode! Recorded at the 2024 PRI Show Podcast Paddock. #prishow #v8radio #podcast #v8radiopodcast #carpodcast

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V8 Radio Podcast

PRI President Mike Good, Automotive Trivia, and Much More at the 2024 PRI Show V8 Radio Podcast

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Triple Crown Of Rodding on the V8 Radio Podcast

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Join Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke and Kevin Oeste for a trip to the 2024 Triple Crown of Rodding hot rod show in Nashville Tennessee! Q and Kevin had the pleasure of running the stage, video, and conducting interviews, but also had time to record a mini V8 podcast right from the stage. There’s that plus Automotive trivia and other shenanigans on the latest V8 Radio Podcast!

Links From The Episode:

Triple Crown Of Rodding Event: https://www.triplecrownofrodding.com

V8 Speed and Resto Shop: https://www.v8speedshop.com

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#triplecrownofrodding #hotrodshow #v8radio #podcast

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Triple Crown Of Rodding on the V8 Radio Podcast

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1962 Buick Electra Convertible Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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On this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, Kevin Oeste and Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke are joined by Kevin’s childhood friend Paul as they chat about recent progress Paul has made to his yellow 1962 Buick Electra convertible. This is the car that David Freiburger and Rob Kinnan once owned back in the Car Craft Magazine days. Also, you’ll hear a dip into Kevin’s radio history, and of course there is Automotive trivia and a bunch of other laughs. Check out the latest at https://www.v8radio.com!

Paul’s Buick Pics:

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V8 Radio Podcast

1962 Buick Electra Convertible Updates, Automotive Trivia, and More on the V8 Radio Podcast!

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Car Guy Confessions Invites Kevin Oeste as Guest

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Recorded at the 2024 Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, CA

V8’s own Kevin Oeste is honored and excited to join Jeff Smith and Cam Benty on the Car Guy Confessions podcast presented by ARP! Jeff and Cam both have long careers writing Oeste’s favorite car magazines like Hot Rod, Car Craft, Motor Trend, and others. This Podcast shares the story of how Oeste was able to join the ranks at Petersen Publishing and work at Hot Rod along side these two car culture icons. The episode also covers how Oeste met Kelle and they eventually launched V8TV and the V8 Speed and Resto Shop. Thanks to all at Car Guy Confessions for the opportunity for Oeste to join the show! Be sure to like and subscribe for more from our friends at Auto Revolution!

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🔥 Topics & Tangents:

V8 Radio Podcast: https://www.v8radio.com

In This V8 Radio Podcast Episode:

Funny moment:

Let’s get summer on the road!

The V8 Radio Podcast is your perfect garage or road trip companion!

Links From The Episode:

Recorded at the 2024 Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona, CA