V8 Radio Podcast

Join hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike “Cue Ball” Clark for another fun, no-fluff episode of V8 Radio! Kevin recaps his spring shakedown of the 1962 Ford Galaxie with a full tune-up, clever fixes, and real-world lessons learned the hard way. Kevin shares the inside scoop from the SEMA Hot Rod Industry Alliance long-range planning meeting in Florida, plus stories from the Edison & Ford winter estates. The guys also drop two fresh automotive trivia questions to keep you guessing until the very end. On This Episode: Links: https://www.sema.org/hriahttps://v8speedshop.com/https://www.facebook.com/V8RadioShow/ Like, subscribe, and share and don't forget to comment on our socials. Thanks for tuning in!

We’re excited to share the newest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast is live! Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke are back delivering another fun, insightful ride through classic car culture, hot rod builds, and shop life at V8 Speed and Resto. From automotive trivia, real-world lessons on making modified classics more enjoyable to drive, to crew shenanigans and plenty of laughs, this one’s packed with the kind of garage talk every gearhead needs. Key topics covered: Funny moment: The dramatic band sting when Mike’s wildly off-base guess on an automotive trivia question gets revealed – pure comedy gold. 😂 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts or head to v8radio.com. Smash that subscribe button and keep the shiny side up! #V8RadioPodcast #ClassicCars #MuscleCars #HotRods #CarBuilding #AutomotiveLife #CarCulture #ProTouring V8 Speed and Resto Shop Playlist Challenge Songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/73wnZlJW9rAFpPRQY3GuxD?si=fd470a43f31e46c5 https://www.v8radio.com

Hang on for another episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, where hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke crank up the fun from the heart of V8 Speed & Resto Shop . This episode dives into automotive trivia that'll test your tire knowledge, shares heartwarming tales of loyal customers and multi-car builds, and geeks out on how AI is revolutionizing shop ops and engine tuning. From winter garage gratitude to dream car hunts and EGR valve epiphanies, it's another fun ride packed with laughs, tips, and that unmistakable V8 vibe. Whether you're wrenching on your own project or just daydreaming about spring cruises, this one's got the spark to keep your cylinders firing! Topics Covered: Automotive Trivia ShowdownWinter Shop VibesCustomer ConnectionsDream Car HuntingIndustry Insider ScoopAI Revolution in the GaragePersonal Project Pit StopsEngine Shop SpotlightsShop Growth & Team Wins Companies Mentioned: V8 Speed & Resto Shophttps://www.v8speedshop.comSEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association)sema.orgHot Rod Industry Alliance (HRA)hotrodindustryalliance.orgDream Car Connectiondreamcarconnection.comEdelbrockedelbrock.comBorgesonborgeson.comMSD Performanceholley.com/brands/msdGrok (xAI)grok.x.ai

When 1910 Meets 2026: Racing Internals in Brass Era Beasts! 🏁📜 The latest V8 Radio Podcast is LIVE! Kevin and Q-Ball are joined by the master of the "unobtainium," Mike Pestello from Coachcraft and Precision Services. If you think restoring a muscle car is tough, try building parts for a 1907 Packard from a single photograph! 🤯 Mike takes us deep into the world of Brass Era restoration, where 100-year-old engines get treated to modern 4340 billet cranks, racing pistons, and serious compression bumps. We’re talking about pre-WWI cars completing 4,000-mile endurance runs without a support vehicle! In this episode, we cover: Reverse Engineering History:The "Sleeper" Century:The Zinc Pest Nightmare:Dyno-ing the Ancients:PRI Show Recap: 😂 Funny Moment: Don't miss the trivia segment where Kevin and Mike Pestello accidentally share a brain cell! They both gave the exact same answer to two completely different trivia questions. Great minds think alike... or maybe they've just been around too many exhaust fumes? 💨🤔 Listen now and subscribe! #V8Radio #ClassicCars #BrassEra #Restoration #Fabrication #Machining #PRI2024 #CarTrivia #AutomotiveHistory #MuscleCars #Podcast Featured Companies & Links Coachcraft and Precision Services:cpsrestorations.comV8 Speed and Resto Shop:v8speedshop.comPerformance Racing Industry (PRI):performanceracing.comSEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association):sema.orgCOMP Cams:compcams.comDriven Racing Oil:drivenracingoil.comEdelbrock:edelbrockgroup.comHammer Down Podcast:v8speedshop.com/tag/hria-podcast/

Dig the latest V8 Radio Podcast – Kevin and Mike recap the muscle car magic from the 2025 Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, share trivia triumphs, and geek out over rare rides like that drool-worthy Starlight Black GTO! 🔥 Topics we revved through: MCACN 😂 Funny moment: Mike's epic drool over the Starlight Black GTO leads to Kevin joking about installing a "Cue Ball's Drool Pond" with gondola rides at the convention center! 💦🚣‍♂️ Companies Mentioned: https://www.mcacn.comhttps://v8speedshop.com #V8Radio #MCACN #MuscleCars V8 Radio Podcast: https://www.v8radio.com

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 ShowSmokey Yunick Camaro, SEMA Cruise1969 Corvette 😂 And: Kevin apologizes on-mic for blocking media cams at the SEMA Cruise: "Sorry, I was the guy with the big bucket of brains!" 🤯 V8 Radio Podcast: https://www.v8radio.com

Tune in to the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast with hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clark – 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: 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 https://www.v8radio.com

On this episode of V8 Radio, hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike Clarke talk about their experiences at the Triple Crown of Rodding event, including a charity concert by the Lieutenant Dan Band and the display of the COMP Cams Camaro. They also dive into their personal car projects, from Mike's GTO engine woes to Kevin's ongoing work on his Ford Galaxie. Of course, there's the Automotive Trivia questions and a bunch of laughs along the way on the latest episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! Tune In To Hear: V8 Radio Introduction & Trivia QuestionTriple Crown of Rodding Event RecapQ-Ball's new nickname!COMP Cams CamaroV8 Speed and Resto ShopPersonal Car Project UpdatesTrivia Answers Click To Listen and Subscribe! https://www.v8radio.com #V8Radio #ClassicCars #MuscleCars #HotRods #CarRestoration #AutoRepair #CarShow #AutomotivePodcast #DodgeLaFemme #PontiacGTO #FordGalaxie #TripleCrownOfRodding #V8SpeedandRestoShop

Mike's Award Winning GTO, Automotive Trivia, V8 Speed and Resto Shop Wins, and Much More on the V8 Radio Podcast! Join hosts Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke for an award-winning episode of the V8 Radio Podcast, recorded live from Kevin’s personal garage! This episode is packed with automotive enthusiasm, car show triumphs, shop updates, and intriguing trivia that will keep gearheads glued to their speakers. Mike shares the thrill of winning a trophy for his 1967 GTO at the Chicagoland Motor Expo, while the duo dives into the nuances of car show judging, the evolution of tire technology, and the V8 Speed & Resto Shop’s latest projects. From a heartwarming Buick Regal surprise to a rare 1969 Charger restoration, this episode celebrates the passion and stories behind classic cars. Plus, stick around for the reveal of their automotive trivia answers that spark lively debates! Our Fearless Hosts Cover: https://www.v8speedshop.com https://www.v8radio.com #V8Radio #ClassicCars #MuscleCars #CarShow #GTO #BuickRegal #DodgeCharger #CarRestoration #V8SpeedShop #AutomotivePodcast #CarTrivia #ClassicCarCommunity #Gearhead #AutoEnthusiast Subscribe today and never miss an episode of the V8 Radio Podcast!

Ziggy Joins The V8 Team Join us as we welcome Hot Rod and Custom Car legend Ziggy Sadler to the V8 Speed and Resto Shop Team! Ziggy lived the enthusiast car culture in Australia for decades and recently came to the USA to join Team V8. We met at the SEMA Show as a judge for the Mother's Shine Award and have been friends for nearly 20 years. We learn about Ziggy's experience and chat about the importance of design, plus Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke's 2 year V8 anniversary, the 9 year anniversary of the V8 Radio Podcast, Automotive Trivia, and much more on this Gonzo episode! Please subscribe, and check out the V8 Speed and Resto Shop: https://www.v8speedshop.com https://www.v8radio.com

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! https://www.v8radio.com https://www.v8speedshop.com #V8RadioPodcast #StreetMachineNationals #CarTalk #AutomotiveTrivia

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 https://www.v8radio.com https://www.v8speedshop.com

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: https://v8speedshop.com/73Duster https://www.v8radio.com

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! https://www.v8speedshop.com/concepts https://www.v8speedshop.com #v8speedshop #customcars #carpodcast Be sure to like and subscribe to the V8 Radio Podcast for more episodes!

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 https://www.v8radio.com https://www.prishow.com

Join Mike "Q-Ball" Clark and Kevin Oeste for a trip to the 2020 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 V8 Radio Podcast: https://www.v8radio.com #triplecrownofrodding #hotrodshow #v8radio #podcast

The V8 Radio Team is On The Air! This time, Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke cover stories from the recent 2024 Bonneville SpeedWeek, and not the same stuff others are sharing! Mike made some upgrades to the dashboard of his 1967 Pontiac GTO, and Kevin goes off on a car audio tangent including inviting listeners to create some technology so he can play with it. There's a tease of some new V8TV Videos, new Bonneville Up To Speed Podcasts, Automotive Trivia, and much more, so we hope you have your mental garage cleaned out, because this episode of the V8 Radio Podcast is going to fill it! Links From The Episode: V8 Speed and Resto Shop: https://www.v8speedshop.com Bonneville Up To Speed Podcast: https://www.bonnevillepodcast.com V8TV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@V8TV #carpodcast #v8radio #speedweek #v8tv #v8speedandresto #v8speedshop #podcast #musclecars

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: https://v8speedshop.com/62Buick #v8radio #podcast #carpodcast

V8 Speed and Resto Shop Owner Kelle Oeste is on the ballot for the 2024 SEMA Board Of Directors, and she joins Kevin Oeste and Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke on the latest V8 Radio Podcast to share the news and to talk about what she's prepared to contribute should she be elected. Kelle has loads of valuable of experience in the Automotive Aftermarket industry and in SEMA committees like the Hot Rod Industry Alliance and the SEMA Show, so it's a great opportunity for her to increase her volunteer capacity to help even more business like ours. And we didn't leave out the Automotive Trivia and a few laughs, so it's another inimitable episode of V8 Radio! #v8radio #kelle4sema #v8radiopodcast https://www.kelle4sema.com https://www.v8radio.com https://www.v8speedshop.com

V8 Speed and Resto Shop Parts Manager Brian Wibbenmeyer joins Mike "Q-Ball" Clarke and Kevin Oeste on the latest V8 Radio Podcast! Brian and Q are the parts-finding powerhouse that keeps the V8 Speed and Resto Shop rolling, and although we've mentioned him on the show before, it was high time to have him as a guest. Brian has lots of great stories from car events, the G-Body life, and even brought some great Automotive Trivia! Get it all in this special episode of the V8 Radio Podcast! http://www.v8radio.com https://www.v8speedshop.com #v8radio #v8speedshop