Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel.

Jon opens the show with an anecdote about his son Ollie's go-karting experiences at both gas and electric karting events. He recounts the ups and downs of Ollie's races and emphasizes the sportsmanship displayed. The discussion then shifts to broader topics: Jon and his co-host Mark Gammie reminisce about memorable driving experiences and classic cars. They debate the concept of 'peak car,' particularly valuing models from the early 2000s for their balance of technology and driving experience. The conversation also meanders through various automotive histories, discussing the evolution of driving aids like traction control, and touching on specific car models such as the Toyota 2000 and Mazda Cosmo. They end by considering auto imports and the market for classic European cars in the U.S.

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00:00 Introduction & Welcome

00:43 Anecdote: Ollie's Karting Adventure

05:11 Discussing Racecraft and Techniques

08:57 Exploring California Roads

11:44 Debating Peak Cars

21:42 Debating Traction Control

24:24 Motorbike Traction Control and Safety Aids

25:43 Exciting New Cars and Tech

27:08 Hot Hatches and European Imports

33:11 Classic Japanese Cars and Their Appeal

37:26 Toyota's Iconic Models

39:10 Conclusion and Credits

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