Ferrari’s FAKE Manual, Can a Can-Am Conquer Pikes Peak, & Wildfire Prep with 8 Project Cars?

Ferrari’s FAKE Manual, Can a Can-Am Conquer Pikes Peak, & Wildfire Prep with 8 Project Cars?

Author: Matt West July 6, 2026 Duration: 51:10
Ferrari says the 12Cilindri Manuale brings back the manual experience, but is a Manuale By-Wire gated shifter connected to an 8-speed DCT really a manual transmission or just a very expensive fake? Matt also talks Pikes Peak Hill Climb race cars with Stryker Motorsports, including a Can-Am Maverick R-based hill climb build, plus what happens when a Colorado wildfire gets close enough that you have to plan how to evacuate eight project cars?

Ever find yourself staring at a project car in the driveway, wondering how you got there? That's the spirit of Automotive ADHD, a space where the love of machines overrides common sense. Host Matt West doesn't just talk about cars; he dives headfirst into the obsession, celebrating the impulsive buy and the endless modification. The conversation roams freely across brands, from classic American muscle to underdog imports, because genuine passion isn't limited to a single badge. This syndicated talk radio show brings that chaotic energy to the airwaves, but as a podcast, it captures all the unfiltered discussions for whenever you need a fix. You'll hear from a rotating garage of guests, including professional racecar drivers, people who work behind the scenes in the industry, and personalities who live and breathe car culture. The tone is less of a formal interview and more like a chat over the engine bay, covering everything from technical deep-dives to the simple joy of a loud exhaust. Consider any mechanical tips offered as highly entertaining, but proceed at your own risk. Tune in for a blend of sports, technology, and pure leisure, all filtered through a lens of automotive madness. It's a reminder that the best stories often start with a questionable decision and a set of tools.
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