S3 Magazine Podcast

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Welcome to the S3 Magazine Podcast! Join us as we talk about all things automotive!

  1. Mar 5

    The EMOTION behind cars | Guest: James from Jzilla Track Days

    S3 MAG recently featured Jzilla's new team cars - a MK7 GTI and a VW Beetle. So James Marcellana & I got no to discuss that, and ended up getting into 'the emotion' behind cars/driving, and how that's a driving force (no pun intended) in what draws us to certain cars. Connection > perfection.

  2. 04/02/2025

    Chris LaCouture - Toyota Fanatic & E3 Spark Plugs Engineer

    So in this podcast, we talk with Chris from E3 Spark Plugs. Chris is a huge Toyota fan, so we discuss the current 'energy' in the Toyota lineup (GR & TRD models), plus their courage to speak-out against all the recent misinformation surrounding the EV push. We also discuss Chris's role in E3 Spark Plugs.... and spark plug 'myths & truths' in general.

  3. 12/10/2024

    Jzilla Track Days

    We FINALLY get with James from Jzilla Track Days. Topics of discussion: 1) Breaking down those 'walls of intimidation' that come with signing-up for your first track day. Jzilla 'gets it'. And they've created a welcoming & affordable atmosphere where drivers can progress and have fun (at any level). 2) The car industry & car culture in general. Ya know? What's it gonna take for the modern auto industry to start prioritizing 'sensations & soul & engagement' in new cars again. Or - has the modern car industry applianced & priced itself to the point of no return? •Get the free S3 Magazine app• // s3mag.com

  4. 11/01/2024

    EP 116 - Getting a car into The Sema Show

    Jeepin' Bubba from Black Bear Off-Road (and also a contributor w/ S3) talks about their first SEMA build... and what it took to get a vehicle to The SEMA Show. You can also check out the feature & photos of this Jeep at S3 Mag.

  5. 10/29/2024

    EP 115 - The New Scout Motors

    Here’s a quick breakdown of the new VW-owned Scout Motors brand. The SUV is the Traveler, and the pickup is the Terra. VW is bringing Scout back as EV-only. The new Scout has no lineage-connection to its past other than name, design, & nostalgia. But off-roaders should appreciate VW’s effort of body-on-frame construction, mechanical front & rear lockers, and a solid rear axle. Additionally, the Traveler & Terra will support large 35” tires from the factory & come with 1-foot of ground clearance. And – they’re intended to be able to wade through 3-feet of water. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but there’s little argument that Scout & Volkswagen nailed the design. But alas… (This is an excerpt from our article on S3mag.com. Please get the FREE S3 Magazine app for our voice on car culture.)

  6. 10/16/2024

    EP 114 - Make Motorsports Great Again

    We talk about the greatness of motorsports, and why there's kinda become a disconnect between motorsports and the masses. Then again - when we consider how overall 'disconnected' most new cars have become... it kinda tracks.

  7. 10/08/2024

    EP 113 - Slammedenuff Sevierville / GAT

    It's kinda turned into an annual tradition, but Ben Battles (Battles Digital) and I talk about this year's Slammedenuff event in Sevierville (Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg) Tennessee. See I wrestle with a love/hate thing with stance... as in I love the people & energy, but hate the way they're willing to castrate their cars for an Instagram follower. And every year, Ben Battles makes me try to understand... because he just loves everything all the time lol. I envy that.

  8. 08/27/2024

    EP 112 - Reusing Iconic Car Names of the Past - Hit or Miss?

    Certain vehicle names carry weight. Whether it was performance, prestige, and/or durability… they earned their stripes in automotive history. For example, you’d have to go to some pretty remote corners of the earth to find someone who’s unfamiliar with iconic names like the Corvette, Mustang, Camaro, Jeep, or 911. Today however, the automotive industry is in a thick trend, where they’re resurrecting nostalgic vehicle names of the past. But are they doing it authentically… with respect to the heritage & fanbase? In short – are the modern carmakers doing these names justice? Let’s look at a few examples.

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Welcome to the S3 Magazine Podcast! Join us as we talk about all things automotive!

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  • Creator
    S3 Magazine
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    112
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © S3 Magazine

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