Big Jim's Garage podcast with Jim O'Brien

In this conversation, Chris Myers discusses his journey of writing a book that captures his experiences in sports reporting, including significant events like the passing of Dale Earnhardt. He emphasizes […] The post Fox Sports Chris Myers – Daytona, Earnhardt, New Book appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Taking some time to talk about a couple of amazing cars from Lexus – including the LC 500 convertible and the Lexus TX 500h…then we talk Mazda and the wonderful […] The post Three Reviews – Three Different Reasons To Love Them appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

This episode we catch up with Roger Penske and Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden – then I spent a week driving the 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 4wd Denali Ultimate The post Roger Penske / Joseph Newgarden / 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 4WD Denali appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Art Garner has written a wonderful book about racing legend AJ Foyt (AJ's 90th birthday this week – 1/16). We talked about a couple of things with Art, including the […] The post Did AJ Foyt almost race for Ferrari at Indy? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Did you know Alice Cooper owns a KGB spy car (okay, it was once owned by a KGB spy). He told us about it and shared an amazing story about […] The post Alice Cooper and his spy car appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

The Detroit Auto Show is back and better than ever – the evolution of the show mirroring that of the auto industry, creating a new and vibrant show with more […] The post Sam Klemet / Co-Executive Director Detroit Auto Show appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Busy episode – spent a week with the stunning #Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Then we talk about the AMAZING Ford Mustang GTD and the record setting run on the Nurburgring with […] The post Jeep Grand Wagoneer – Ford Mustang GTD – Toto Wolff appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

It's happening: #Cadillac F1 is a reality in 2026. We talk with racing legend Mario Andretti about his role with the team and what to expect as they quickly ramp […] The post Mario Andretti talks about the new Cadillac F1 Team appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Spent some seat time in the 2024 GMC Acadia Elevation – high marks and we get into GM's Super Cruise tech (I get it). Plus Steve Letarte talks about fixing […] The post GMC Acadia & Super Cruise IS REALLY Super – Plus NASCAR fixes and Auto Shows appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

AJ Foyt is one of the most compelling characters in the history of auto racing. We chat with Art Garner about his amazing new book “AJ Foyt: Survivor, Champion, Legend” […] The post AJ Foyt, Kia EV6 review and where will Max Wind Up? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Spent some seat time with the 2025 Nissan Kicks and wanted to share initial impressions and why I think the folks at #Nissan have a hit on their hands.  And […] The post 2025 Nissan Kicks Is A Game Changer appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

F1 Expert Chris Medland (Sirius/XM – Racer Mag and much more) checks in about how #RedBull handled the dismissal of Daniel Riccardo – then we talk automotive lasagna (it'll make […] The post Red Bull Blew It With Danny Ric – Plus Lasagna Cars appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Caught up with @nascar driver Ross Chastain to preview the upcoming race at MIS, plus we get into the use of simulators for NASCAR drivers (how do you deal with […] The post Ross Chastain – NASCAR, IROC and turn two at MIS appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

After three consecutive weeks of F1 – culminating in a compelling #BritishGP, we catch up with Chris Medland (Racer mag, Sirius/XM F1 coverage and much more). Couple of topics: Is […] The post Chris Medland talking F1 and the dramatic British Grand Prix appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

It's become one of the premier destinations for auto fans from all over the country – M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. We sat with CEO Tim McGrane to talk about […] The post Tim McGrane – CEO of M1 Concourse appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

This episode we talk about the new “Super Cruise” feature on the #Chevy Suburban High Country edition – is it the best new tech feature in recent history? Also, some […] The post Jackie Stewart / Super Cruise on Suburban appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He's one of the fastest young drivers in @indycar today – Santino Ferrucci checks in before the #Indy500 – we ask the question: if you could win the Indy 500 […] The post IndyCar Driver Santino Ferrucci and NASCAR fights appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Start off with a review of the 2024 Nissan Ariya EV – couple of reasons it's one of my favorite EV's (including the reaction of my wife). Then we talk […] The post Nissan Ariya EV and IndyNXT Driver Myles Rowe appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Eric Bana checks in to talk about his new movie “Force of Nature: The Dry 2” – and we discuss one of my favorite car films “Love The Beast”…plus he […] The post Eric Bana Talking Cars (and his new movie) appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

IndyCar driver Scott McLaughlin in studio talking Detroit Grand Prix and Indy 500 (great insight into the race), then Al Unser Jr shares the tale of the 200mph pit stops […] The post Scott McLaughlin, 200mph pit stop and Senna appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Today (5/1) is the 30th anniversary of the passing of #f1 legend Ayrton Senna at Imola. One of the most compelling figures in any sport, and beloved worldwide – we […] The post McLaren CEO Zak Brown On Ayrton Senna appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Did you know #Nike reached out to #Ford for inspiration in creating the new #Detroit Lions uniforms? Ford historian Ted Ryan joins us to talk about it – plus we […] The post Ford Mustang and Bronco Influenced The Lions Uniforms? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He's one of the most successful crew chiefs in #NASCAR history – Ray Evernham joins us to talk about his new book, working with Jeff Gordon and what ONE driver […] The post Ray Evernham – Honda Trailsports and What’s Wrong With F1 appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He's one of the biggest names in Indy Car for McLaren racing – Pato O'Ward stops by the studio to promote the Detroit Grand Prix (detroitgp.com) We talk IndyCar – […] The post Indy Car Driver Pato O’Ward appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Spent some quality seat time in the 2024 Kia Seltos (under 30k!) and the Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro AWD. Had time to test both in the snow, rain and sun […] The post 2024 Kia Seltos and Telluride – Both Keepers appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Shocking news in the world of Formula One as Lewis Hamilton announces he's leaving Mercedes at the end of 2024 to move to Ferrari. We caught up with F1 inside […] The post Lewis Hamilton Goes To Ferrari appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

It's a startling statistic…the Ford F-series has been the #1 best-selling truck in America for FORTY SEVEN consecutive years. Think about that. What product in ANY area has had this […] The post Ford F-150…The American Icon appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Our friend Chris Medland checks in from Las Vegas before inaugural Las Vegas F1 race – we talk future plans for F1 (including Andretti, GM's motor program) and take a […] The post Chris Medland – Vegas Grand Prix Baby! appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

I've been pleasantly surprised by Hyundai over the past couple of years, but what they're doing in the EV market is setting the standard. We discuss the Ioniq 5 & […] The post Hyundai EV’s Are Setting The Standard appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

It's been awhile since we just talked cars and reviews. So lets discuss the underappreciated mini-van…and the amazing Toyota Sienna Hyrbrid. Then we turn our attention to the CUV's (Compact […] The post Mini Vans and CUVs..Oh My! appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Back in 2016 I reached out to Bob's management and asked if he'd like to an interview just about cars. They said YES and this is the half hour conversation […] The post Bob Seger – His First Car And Love Of Classics appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Always a pleasure to have F1 expert Chris Medland on to talk about the sport as we hit the summer break. Insight into Red Bull's dominance (will F1 consider changing […] The post F1 at the Halfway point – Red Bull, Lewis, Alex Palou and more with Chris Medland appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Are Americans really ready for EV's? I've been driving a couple of them and have thoughts about the “push/pull” economy and mindset of our country.  The post Can You Force Americans To Buy EV’s? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

What's it like being a rookie trying to race your way into the Indy 500? We talk with Sting Ray Robb about it – and he explains what it's like going 230mph with a great Mario comparison. He'll also be here in Detroit for the Detroit Grand Prix (click here for tickets)  The post Sting Ray Robb Previews Indy 500 & Detroit GP appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He's a friend of the show and one of the best sports announcers in the world – NBC's Leigh Diffey joins us to preview the Indy 500 (and talk about the Detroit GP of course)  The post Indy 500 Preview with NBC’s Leigh Diffey appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

We spent some time driving EV's like the F150 Lightning, Genesis GV60 and Kia EV6 GT. All three are amazing platforms – but there's a bigger issue with EV's…and it involves McDonalds.  The post EV’s are like a Big Mac appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Chris Medland (@ChrisMedlandf1) joins us to talk about Andretti/Cadillac trying to join #f1 – will it happen? Who else is trying to get it? What can we expect for the upcoming season. Great insight from Chris into the world of F1 (and the politics).  The post Will Andretti/Cadillac Make It Into F1? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

We asked Al Unser Jr about pit stops at Indy before speed limits – how fast do you think he was going? It'll startle you  The post 200mph Pit Stops at Indy appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Al Unser Jr is a two time Indy 500 Champion and part of the royal family of Indy Car. We talk about entering pit lane at 200mph (really) and of course all the amazing cars coming to the American Speed Festival at M1 Concourse CLICK HERE for tickets  The post Al Unser Jr appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He designed the Corvette Sting Ray when he was 19…then went to work for Caroll Shelby and built the Shelby Cobra Daytona – one of the most iconic cars in history. He's here this weekend (9/30 – 10/2) at the American Speed Festival (tickets click here)   The post Shelby Daytona – Pete Brock appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

The fastest growing sport in the United States in F1 – over a million people routinely watch via ESPN…and Chris Medland does an amazing job covering the sport. We talk F1, Max's dominance, the future of American drivers in the sport, Lewis Hamilton's struggles this year and much more.  The post F1 with Chris Medland appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Jeff Gale is the Chief Interior Designer for Dodge – and his influence on the Dodge Charger SRT is amazing. A revolutionary car with the interior to match. We talk design, motivation and the future with one of the most creative people in the auto world.  The post Dodge Charger Daytona SRT – The Future of Dodge appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Dave Sherman from M1 Concourse checked in about one of the coolest events going on in Detroit – it's the Woodward Dream Show at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.  The post Woodward Dream Show – M1 Concourse appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Gearing up (get it?) for the Indy 500 with a preview of the race from Leigh Diffey (who's calling the race for NBC) and IndyCar driver Graham Rahal. Of course we talk about the upcoming Detroit Grand Prix (tickets at detroitgp.com)  The post Indy Preview with Leigh Diffey and Graham Rahal appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

He's the greatest living driving in the world – F1, IndyCar and NASCAR champion Mario Andretti. Great insight into the world of racing from the one of the best EVER.  The post Mario Andretti appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Larry McReynolds is one of the sharpest minds in NASCAR – we break down the beginning of the season (including the new car, bumpdrafting and Kyle Larson). Plus I spent some seat time in the RAM TRX (702hp monster)…good lord.  The post Driving the TRX – and Larry Mac checks in appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Couple of vehicle reviews…the new 4Runner TRD Pro from Toyota, Mazda CX-9 Carbon and the Little Lexus that I love (even if the title is too long)  The post Is the TRD Pro a beast? What’s the best Lexus? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

A company here in Novi, Michigan (suburb of Detroit) has created a new battery system that gives you OVER 700 miles on a single charge – how do we know this? They just did a proof of concept test by driving a modified Tesla over 750 miles here in Michigan. We caught up with the […] The post OVER 700 Miles on one charge? It’s happened appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

What the heck happened at the end of the F1 finale? We talk rulings, race directors and what's next with David Hobbs. PLUS couple of Toyota reviews (the Sequoia Nightshade and Corolla XSE) .  The post David Hobbs discusses the crazy end to the F1 season appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Catching up with our friends at GMC about a couple of new truck editions – including a stunning Denali upgrade and the AT4-X…then we talk Hyundai N mode in the new Veloster – and I confess my love for the Toyota Sienna mini-van The post What’s the AT4X? Stick shifts and mini-vans appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.

Imagine driving 13,000 miles on ELECTRIC Harley-Davidsons? Charley Boorman and Ewan McGregor have done it – check out the AppleTV series “The Long Way Up”. We talk about the trip, connecting with people worldwide and much more.  The post The Long Way Up – Charley Boorman appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.