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Horsepower Heritage

Maurice Merrick
NASA
Apollo Program
Mercury Program
Space Shuttle Program
Apollo 1
Speedkore
Cold War
General Motors
Porsche
Gemini Program
Skylab
Ed White
American Muscle Cars
Grand National Roadster Show
Electric Vehicles
Gooding & Company
Classic Cars
Mille Miglia
Vietnam War
Classic Car Restoration

Host Maurice Merrick takes deep dives into automotive history with great storytelling and fascinating guests from the car and motorcycle world. It's all about the people and the stories behind the machines.

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Author Peter Grimsdale returns to Horsepower Heritage to discuss his new book "Superveloce: How Italian Cars Conquered the World". It's a sweeping history of the Italian auto industry with a fascinating cast of characters and astonishing insights int... more

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Author Peter Grimsdale returns to Horsepower Heritage to discuss his new book "Superveloce: How Italian Cars Conquered the World". It's a sweeping history of the Italian auto industry with a fascinating cast of characters and astonishing insights int... more

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"The people of Lebanon love life", says Ahmad Fahs. And they love classic cars, too. 

Ahmad calls himself an "International Classic Car Ambassador", having built his own car collection at home, buying cars overseas, and traveling extensively in Euro... more

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From the moment he saw midget racers in Pasadena as a kid in the late 1940s, Jim Busby was hooked on cars. 

He became a hot rodder, a mechanic, a drag racer, and by the 1970s he was behind the wheel of Lolas and Porsches on road circuits in the US a... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Grimsdale
Author and automotive historian
Episode: SUPERVELOCE with Peter Grimsdale
Ahmad Fahs
Dentist and car enthusiast from Lebanon, sharing the classic car culture through social media.
Classics with Fahsoon
Episode: Classics of Lebanon with Ahmad Fahs
Elana Scherr
Automotive journalist for Car & Driver
Car & Driver
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Sal Fish
Baja legend and former owner of SCORE International
Episode: Adventures in Baja (With Sal Fish, Curt LeDuc and More)
Curt LeDuc
Off-road Motorsports Hall of Famer and racer
Episode: Adventures in Baja (With Sal Fish, Curt LeDuc and More)
Tom Gattuso
Vice President of Events for SEMA, automotive enthusiast
SEMA
Episode: The Spectacle of SEMA (With Tom Gattuso)
Max Minshull
A young vintage racing enthusiast immersed in historical research, focuses on Southern California sports cars from the 50s and 60s.
Episode: Vintage Sportscars: History, Lore and Revival- with Max Minshull
Ahmed Raza
Founder of the Manual Driving Academy
Manual Driving Academy
Episode: Manual Driving Academy (with Ahmed Raza)
Ben Bertucci
American filmmaker documenting the life of Naito Engineering.
Episode: ONE of ONE with Ben Bertucci and So Naito

Host

Maurice Merrick
Host Maurice Merrick takes deep dives into automotive history, featuring storytelling and insights from various guests in the car and motorcycle world.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Well done!

    This is an incredibly done Podcast, produced well, with so much data and experience behind the content. A relaxing, and well versed ride into vintage automobiles! Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @drussnetwork
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love the podcast I recommended every chance I get!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dormobile67
    United Statesa year ago
  • Top notch car talk

    No fluff, no gimmicks, just great guests and topics.

    I always look forward to this show because I never know what’s coming and I learn so much from every episode. The YouTube videos are great too. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MmmHmmBacon
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best auto based podcast, period!

    Maurice does a wonderful job, regardless of the guest or subject. He does his homework and never runs out of questions.

    Excellent production value with none of the annoying repetitious phrases or words, or very irritating unleveled sound volumes.

    A job well done………if you are into cars, this one is a MUST!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henry's Son
    United States2 years ago
  • The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel by Douglas Brunt

    That presentation of Douglas Brunt on Rudolf Diesel was fascinating and will leave you hungry for more. What a treat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lauffenzone
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners who are not typical car enthusiasts still find the podcast captivating and informative.
Listeners find the sound design and editing to be excellent, enhancing the overall experience.
Engaging content is recognized for its relatability and educational value for car enthusiasts.
High-quality production and expert storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the diverse quests and deep dives into automotive history.

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Talking Points

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The Spectacle of SEMA (With Tom Gattuso)
Q: What can we expect at SEMA 2025?
Expect a lot of new product innovations and exciting vehicle builds that will showcase the ongoing evolution of the automotive industry.
The Spectacle of SEMA (With Tom Gattuso)
Q: How have you seen the tariffs impact SEMA membership and the aftermarket at large?
Tariffs have created uncertainty and increased prices, which may affect buying decisions, but the passion for automotive innovation remains strong.
The Spectacle of SEMA (With Tom Gattuso)
Q: What are the roots of SEMA?
SEMA, originally the Speed Equipment Manufacturers Association, was formed to help combine automotive manufacturers for branding opportunities.
John Nikas: Racing, Writing and Rants
Q: What's your greatest motivation to write?
John aims to write the definitive account on subjects to ensure that history is preserved accurately.
John Nikas: Racing, Writing and Rants
Q: What made you finally decide to go racing yourself?
John mentions that he wanted to race old British sports cars and has been involved in the racing scene for about 30 years.

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What is Horsepower Heritage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the rich tapestry of automotive history, the content illustrates the remarkable stories and personalities that shape the car and motorcycle worlds. The discussions often feature engaging narratives surrounding iconic vehicles, revered automotive figures, and various cultural impacts, from classic car restorations to the evolving landscape of motorsports. Listeners can expect not just technical insights but also heartfelt anecdotes that celebrate the passion behind automobiles and how they resonate with owners and enthusiasts alike. This engaging mix is likely to captivate anyone from casual car lovers to dedicated collectors.

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Horsepower Heritage launched 5 years ago and published 174 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Horsepower Heritage include:

1. Peter Grimsdale
2. Ahmad Fahs
3. Elana Scherr
4. Sal Fish
5. Curt LeDuc
6. Tom Gattuso
7. Max Minshull
8. Ahmed Raza

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