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Bud's Garage Overdrive

by Bud Hughes

A weekly magazine showcasing current automotive, racing and custom news and trends. Weekly guests include veteran automotive professionals in a variety of disciplines ... from car builders to professional drivers, racing team members, marketing experts, authors, custom painters, teachers, track managers and entrepreneurs. Informative automotive buffoonery.

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Latest Episodes

May 30, 2026 · 59 min
On today's show, part 2 of a 3-part interview with Dan Elliott, Gary Grimes, and Warren Johnson. Sponsored by Tim's Auto Upholstery, and Brad's Vintage Bars.
May 11, 2026 · 48 min
On today's show, part 1 of a 3-part interview with Dan Elliott, Gary Grimes, and Warren Johnson. Sponsored by Tim's Auto Upholstery, and Brad's Vintage Bars.
Mar 7, 2026 · 58 min
On today's show: Chevy news and rumors, shark fins and dashboard marbles, plus part 2 of our visit with IMSA team owner Casey Carden.
Feb 28, 2026 · 1h 7m
On today's show: The ultimate 2-post lift; IHRA and NHRA racing, plus part 1 of a visit with IMSA team owner Casey Carden.
Feb 28, 2026 · 1h 5m
On today's show: rising insurance costs; Bollinger Motors bites the dust and showing up for work ... what a concept! Plus, part 2 of our visit with Bob Varsha.
Jan 29, 2026 · 58 min
On today's show: catching up with veteran automotive and sports broadcaster Bob Varsha. We'll also discuss torque wrenches, cold starts and custom services for your new or classic car. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Automotive Upholstery and Brad's…
Jan 17, 2026 · 1h 11m
On today's show: Ford news and rumors, great deals on EVs, winter motor oil choices and part 2 of our interview with champion driver Madison Snow from Paul Miller racing. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Auto Upholstery and Brad's Bars.
Jan 10, 2026 · 53 min
On today's show: defogging 101; garage heaters and part 1 of our interview with champion driver Madison Snow. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Brad's Bars, Tim's Auto Upholstery and Concept One Pulley Systems.
Dec 9, 2025 · 1h 10m
On today's show: repossession and right-to-repair laws, the future of evs and hybrids and part 3 of our discussion about starting your own automotive specialty shop. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Complete Auto Parts.
Nov 23, 2025 · 1h 6m
On today's show: Billboards messing up our views; Ford news and rumors; holiday travel with your pets; part 2 of opening an automotive specialty shop with A.J. Zurzollo from North Atlanta Customs. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Brad's Vintage Bars and Tim'…
Nov 8, 2025 · 1h 10m
On today's show: Petit Le Mans recap; Ford news and rumors and the Dawsonville Moonshine Festival. Plus Ryan Clay on opening your own car restoration business. Informative automotive buffonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems.
Sep 14, 2025 · 1h 5m
On today's show: trucking industry news; an LED experience, diesel #1 or diesel #2, plus part 2 of our conversation with Eddie Cebreco from Auto Metal Direct. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Auto Upholstery and Brad's Vintage Bars.
Sep 6, 2025 · 1h 8m
On today's show: Semis are center stage; your car-buying homework assignment with Greene Ford's Jeff Agnew; and a fire could be brewing in your water bottle. Plus part 1 of our conversation with Eddie Cebreco from Auto Metal Direct. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley S…
Aug 30, 2025 · 1h 0m
On today's show: where's the fuel filler on your car; three amigos conquer the Nurberg Ring; and can engine oil go bad by just sitting? Plus part 2 of our interview with superbike champ Nick Kern and Andy Duff. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Auto Uph…
Aug 23, 2025 · 58 min
On today's show: Are TVs ruining our roads; car-buying blues, rolling billboards and part 1 of our interview with Superbike champ Nick Kern. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Auto Upholstery and Brad's Vintage Bars.
Aug 13, 2025 · 1h 4m
On today's show: boat fuel system safety, electric fans and our interview with Miles Through Time Museum founder Sean Mathis. Informative automotive buffonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Brad's Vintage Bars and Tim's Auto Upholstery.
Aug 4, 2025 · 56 min
On today's show: driving submerged; hot weather cooling tips; Ford news and rumors, and part 3 of our chat with Jeremy Santana of Redemptive Motorsports! Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Tim's Auto Upholstery and Brad's Vintage Bars!
Jul 22, 2025 · 1h 0m
On today's show: Chevy news and rumors; used Ford trucks; boating mishaps and part two of our interview with Jeremy Santana, Redemptive Motorsports. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Brad's Vintage Bars and Tim's Auto Upholstery.
Jul 2, 2025 · 1h 23m
On today's show: Big news from Echo Park Speedway and part 1 of our visit with Jeremy Santana, former Corvette Racing Team member. Informative automotive buffoonery sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Brad's Custom Bars and Tim's Auto Upholstery.
Jun 18, 2025 · 1h 17m
On today's show: Ford news and rumors plus part 2 of a visit with Brian Moody from Kelly Blue Book and AutoTrader.com. Sponsored by Concept One Pulley Systems, Brad's Vintage Bars and Tim's Auto Upholstery.