Tommy Kendall

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

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Episode Appearances

The Smoking Tire · May 7, 2026

Our Race Recap w/ Tommy Kendall and Mateo Siderman

“Legendary racing driver with 40 years of Road America experience; guest providing technical racing expertise and mentorship”

Endurance Racing Strategy and Pit ProceduresDriver Ergonomics and Seat SetupWastegate and Turbo Diagnostics

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The Smoking Tire · May 5, 2026

Replica or Recreation?; THAT New Car Law; GT500 Review

“Shared skip-shifting downshifting technique developed in 1990s that challenges conventional sequential downshift wisdom.”

Replica vs. Recreation vs. Continuation vehicles—legal and philosophical distinctionsAdvanced driver monitoring systems and impaired driving prevention technologySkip-shifting racing technique and unconventional downshifting strategies

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The Smoking Tire · Apr 30, 2026

Durango Hellcat Review; Waymo vs Taxi; Mercedes Update

“Upcoming guest for next episode to discuss Road America racing experience and lap time analysis”

Dodge Durango Hellcat track performance and limitationsBrake system engineering and thermal management in performance vehiclesAutonomous vehicle decision-making and traffic interaction

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The Smoking Tire · Apr 21, 2026

Driving School; Dodge Charger Review; 1981 Classifieds; Q&A

“Competed in Heritage Invitational; will race with Zach in upcoming events”

Competition racing license acquisition and track driving instruction methodologiesDodge Charger 6-pack twin-turbo performance and GT car positioningSkip Barber vs Spring Mountain racing schools comparison

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The Smoking Tire · Apr 16, 2026

Live Show: 10/10ths w/ Ed Bolian and Captain Crankshaft

“Professional racing driver participating in Heritage Invitational IROC racing event”

1980s Motorsport Drug Smuggling NetworksSupercar Market Valuation and FinancializationManual Transmission Collectibility Premium

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The Smoking Tire · Apr 14, 2026

Vaughn Gittin Jr - Full of Surprises

“Experienced road racing driver and teammate providing coaching and track knowledge”

RTR Mustang Spec Series Development and Production StrategyFord Collaboration Vehicles and Eco-Boost Performance TuningFormula Drift Evolution and Modern Competition Standards

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The Smoking Tire · Apr 7, 2026

Vantage S Review; that Ford GT Lap; the Peril of Selling a Project

“Will co-drive with Bill Kernan at Road America in Hellcat Durango; legendary motorsport figure”

Aston Martin Vantage S performance and handling refinementFord GT Mark IV Nürburgring lap record and gasoline hypercar competitivenessExotic car ownership and maintenance (service intervals, mileage vs. time-based servicing)

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The Smoking Tire · Mar 24, 2026

C8 Grand Sport revealed; Gas Prices; Odd Volvo; Racing!

“Racing at Road America event; mentioned receiving track limit penalty at COTA for aggressive driving”

C8 Corvette Grand Sport specifications and designTouchscreen vs physical button cost analysis in automotive manufacturingGas price impact on consumer vehicle purchasing behavior

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