Launch Control

Launch Control

Curious car guys talking car culture. Lance and Steve share what they know, and explore what they don’t. Message us on Facebook and Instagram: @launchcontrolcars And on Twitter: @launchctrlcars Lance's Insta: @insidetherim Steve's Insta: @gallo24gtr

Episodes

Episode 30: Doritos are Good - w/ Chris Ott @ Rotary Performance

January 13, 2020 • 76 mins
2020 starts of with a bang (rotary joke)! Lance sits down with Chris Ott, owner of Rotary Performance (RP) in Garland, TX. RP has worked on Lance’s FD for almost 10 years, and together they discuss RP’s story, which rotary perceptions are (and aren’t) true, which RXs are bulletproof, and how recent market trends have changed RX7 owner behaviors. ———————————————- www.rotaryperformance.com Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchco...
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S1E29: The Wheelman: Eric Foss

December 23, 2019 • 104 mins
Everyone wants to be a race car driver. This episode we get a peek into what the business of pro driving is like. Eric Foss, a two time winner of the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge, tells us how he became a pro driver (without the silver spoon), his journey in racing, what it’s like coaching other race car drivers, and how private coaching makes you drive differently than group events. ———————————————- Find Eric Foss on Fa...
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S1E28: Tune in: Tuning with Bailey's Hyperformance

December 16, 2019 • 88 mins
We get to sit down with the fine folks at Baily’s Hyperformance again! This time, we dive into tuning: Off roading: Rezvani (in the shop)and the War wagon (uh, not in the shop). Tuning - what is it really, and why you need it for those parts you bought? What are volumetric, thermal, and mechanical efficiency, and what parts are involved? How do you approach tuning in a way that is financially efficient? How does neur...
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S1E27: Fast cars, the Fastest Car, first year cars, and oh, pickup trucks.

November 18, 2019 • 56 mins
In this episode, we discuss: 1) Driving cars that are faster than your reflexes, and others that aren’t any faster than a Camry. 2) Netflix’s Fastest Car 3) Integra Type R - Worth NSX money? 4) How much pickup truck do you need? 5) First year model snags. 6) Should you worry buying modern used cars with turbos? Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchcontrolcars Want to hear anything in particular? Email us at launchcont...
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S1E26: Ensured That You’re Insured (with Susan Tableman)

November 10, 2019 • 111 mins
You may remember Susan from the service advisor episode, but she currently owns The Tableman Insurance Group, an insurance brokerage firm. So she’s back to talk car insurance for enthusiasts - agent vs. broker, the most important components of a policy, which companies are best-tuned for car people, among other insurance related things. Fair warning - since all three of us are car people, it takes us about 30 minutes to actually ge...
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S1E25 - Please Park Your Exotic in the Back

October 24, 2019 • 72 mins
Welcome to the Launch Control podcast! We talk about: 1) Monterey car week uh, you should go. 2) The GM strike 3) How to analyze a service quote Yes, the Supra makes an appearance. But you’re not surprised by that. Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchcontrolcars Want to hear anything in particular? Email us at launchcontrolcars@gmail.com or DM us!
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S1E24 - Live at Baily's Hyperformance

October 7, 2019 • 99 mins

In this episode Chris and Marlene Baily (along with their team) give us a primer on their shop history, how tuning a Dodge is different from tuning a GM car, why sticking parts on a car isn’t enough, and what the future might look like. After the episode, Lance got to drive a couple of their cars, and if those are any indication, modern musclecars have their place in this world for a reason. 

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S1E23: Reality Crisis

September 23, 2019 • 45 mins
In this episode, we got some hot takes! We take some stereotypes and common conceptions and pick them apart. 1. Why the G35 is a Japanese BMW 2. Why Nissans are Japanese, but not really (with a couple of exceptions) 3. Why Tesla should be scared of the Taycan (or maybe not) 4. Chiron breaks the 300+ mph, but does the record count, and is that the best thing about it? Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchcontrolcars  Want ...
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S1E22: Sights and (E)Sounds

September 22, 2019 • 51 mins
Lance and Steve discuss: 1) Where exotic cars park in the dirt 2) Giving EVs a voice - literally 3) A realistic approach to manuals 4) Steve’s garage: meeting the Alto, the future of his R35, and could he be coming around on the Supra? Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchcontrolcars Want to hear anything in particular? Email us at launchcontrolcars@gmail.com or DM us!
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S1E21: Off-grid: Dustin Sauer of Overland Van Project

September 2, 2019 • 46 mins
For enthusiasts, vehicles are a path to adventure. For some, the adventure is speed. For others, like Dustin Sauer, it’s more literal - being able to travel to fantastic locations and not need a hotel when you get there. Even veteran overlanders are going to like hearing about these vans with granite countertops, stand-up showers, heated floors, and hideaway toilets. You know you’re an adventure boss when you don't need Starbucks ...
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S1E20 - Keis, Pres, Corn, & Corvettes

August 12, 2019 • 54 mins
It’s our 20th episode! This week Steve and Lance share their plans for what's next in their garages, having sold the Skyline and M3 recently. Then they talk ethanol 101, and then give a first blush impression of the new C8 Corvette.  In case you’re wondering, the Supra is discussed. And it is probably in trouble. Find Launch Control everywhere as @launchcontrolcars Want to hear anything in particular? Email us at launchcontrolcar...
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S1E19 - Live from Azle Cars & Coffee w/OEM Part Haus

July 15, 2019 • 47 mins
Recorded live at Cars & Coffee in Azle, TX! Husband and wife duo Tim and Rachel Bevan share their journey from full time car enthusiasts to full time automotive parts supplier, and in the process we manage to turn the phrase "Merkur XR4Ti" into a drinking game. What parts should you buy original, and what should you buy aftermarket? What was surprising about building a parts business? What’s next? It's a nice peek behind the curt...
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S1E18: Josh Kryzak - The Bentley that didn't destroy my life...yet.

July 8, 2019 • 63 mins
In this episode we welcome Josh Kryzak and his beautiful 2003 Bentley Arnage Mulliner T-24 to the show. Over the last three years, Josh's grand Bentley experiment has played out on YouTube for the world to see. Good news: you can get the Cliff's Notes version here in 60 minutes, then go watch his channel for the details you want. Find Josh on YouTube @JoshsWorld.com And find us on everywhere @launchcontrolcars (except on YouTube - ...
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S1E17: Ding Dong, the cars are gone. What now?

July 2, 2019 • 40 mins
In this episode, both of us celebrate selling our cars, and talk about how we did. You know what’s next - car shopping! We talk about what might be next - an import, bucket list car, a local deal, etc. Steve talks about using launch control in the GT-R for the first time, and Lance reviews the Charger Hemi he rented. Want to hear about anything in particular? Email us at launchcontrolcars@gmail.com or find us on social media @launc...
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S1E16: First-timers: Student Cars & Tesla Trucks

June 17, 2019 • 50 mins
In this episode, we talk about car companies collaborating vs. merging, cars you should get for your high school student/graduate, and Tesla’s plans for an electric pickup truck, and its place in the industry. Email us at launchcontrolcars@gmail.com or catch us on Insta @launchcontrolcars. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to catch the next scheduled live stream of our recording sessions! (@launchcontrolcars on both platforms).
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S1E15: The hardest decision ever: what car is next?

May 28, 2019 • 60 mins
It's the most fun yet the most harrowing decision a car guy can make...what car do you go for next? Lance goes toe to toe with every car guy's dream/nightmare scenario. But first we take another stab at the future of motoring. This time in response to some pretty bold claims by Elon Musk. Is he crazy or a genius? We have our thoughts, but would love to hear what you guys think too. Email us at launchcontrolcars@gmail.com l or catch...
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S1E14 - After hours @ Texas Track Works

May 20, 2019 • 79 mins
In this episode, we hang out with the guys at Texas Track Works. They are a full-service shop including track prep, on-track support, race car build, and all other kinds of shenanigans. In this episode, you get to meet the crew, hear the story of how they came together, and a little peek into where they’re going. Their skill is only surpassed by their sense of family, and we love them for it. Think you have what it takes to work on...
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S1E13: Selling your car is no game. But we talk games too.

May 13, 2019 • 56 mins
As we crash Steve's Man Cave, we talk Gran Turismo vs. Forza vs real-deal simulators. We then move on to the landscape of selling your car: how should you decide where to put your car for sale? What should you know about selling on BaT? What is BaT? Why is Lance still rockin’ a PS3? This recording wasn't broadcast on Facebook Live, but they usually are. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to catch the next scheduled live event. (@l...
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S1E12: Service Advisors - what you should know, with Susan Tableman

May 6, 2019 • 56 mins
In this episode, Lance and Steve welcome special guest Susan Tableman - a long-time friend, auto insurance expert, NSX enthusiast, and former dealer Service Advisor For Acura, Mercedes, BMW, and Jaguar. Susan gives insight to things you may not know about what goes on at a dealer. How do you know you’re dealing with a good advisor? How do the advisor and mechanic work together? How does the dealer look at service vs. sales? How do ...
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S1E11: Bikes, bacon grease and the Dallas Auto Show. Oh my!

April 8, 2019 • 44 mins
In this episode, Lance and Steve talk about some interesting internet finds. Plus, an in-depth recap of the Dallas Auto Show and what we think about the direction some of the automakers are taking. This recording wasn't broadcast on Facebook Live, but they usually are. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to catch the next scheduled live event. (@launchcontrolcars on both platforms).
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