Welcome to In The Shop with Atomic Autoworks Garage, where we celebrate the builders, collectors, enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and communities that keep automotive culture thriving.

In this episode, Eddie Barrett welcomes Miguel, founder of The Rad Stallion Car Club, to discuss the growing popularity of 1980s and 1990s automotive culture, iconic imports, retro styling, and one of New England's most unique automotive communities.

From legendary Japanese imports and European classics to vintage motorcycles, retro fashion, toys, music, and pop culture, the Rad Stallion community celebrates an era that continues to inspire a new generation of enthusiasts.

In this episode we discuss:

• The Rad Stallion Car Club
• 1980s and 1990s automotive culture
• JDM legends including Toyota Supra, Corolla, Nissan Maxima, and more
• European classics and vintage imports
• The Rad Stallion Car Show at Priam Vineyards
• The growing popularity of 80s and 90s motorcycles
• Initial D and its influence on car culture
• Car clubs and building automotive communities
• Automotive nostalgia, collectibles, and pop culture
• The future of enthusiast events and grassroots car culture

Whether you're passionate about Japanese imports, European classics, retro vehicles, custom motorcycles, or simply enjoy the stories behind automotive communities, this episode celebrates an unforgettable era of car culture that continues to influence enthusiasts around the world.

About Atomic Autoworks Garage

Atomic Autoworks Garage is dedicated to preserving the skilled trades while celebrating every aspect of automotive culture through restoration, fabrication, custom interiors, paint and body repair, detailing, reconditioning, and conversations with the people who continue to shape the industry.

Our mission is simple:

Teach. Build. Restore. Inspire.

Visit us at:

🌐 https://www.AtomicAutoworks.com

Support the channel by shopping the same tools, materials, and products we use in our shop.

Subscribe for weekly restoration projects, automotive education, industry interviews, business insights, fabrication techniques, and conversations with builders, racers, collectors, and enthusiasts from every corner of the automotive world.

Thank you for listening and supporting our mission to Bring Back the Trades.

Welcome to In The Shop with Atomic Autoworks Garage, where we bring together the builders, innovators, entrepreneurs, racers, and industry professionals shaping the future of the automotive world.

In this episode, Eddie Barrett sits down with Alex Batory, founder of Builds.Company, to discuss how technology is transforming car culture through innovative QR code vehicle profiles that help enthusiasts connect, share their builds, and tell the stories behind their vehicles.

From classic car shows and local cruise nights to track events and motorsports, Alex explains how digital technology is changing the way enthusiasts interact with each other and experience the automotive community.

In this episode we discuss:

• The future of car culture
• Builds.Company and QR code vehicle profiles
• Automotive technology and innovation
• Car shows, cruise nights, and automotive events
• Building stronger automotive communities
• Drifting, road racing, and track day experiences
• Racing simulators, esports, and driving simulators
• Performance driving and motorsports
• Automotive entrepreneurship and launching a new business
• Funny stories from the shop, the track, and car meets

Whether you're a builder, racer, restoration enthusiast, content creator, or someone who simply loves cars and the automotive lifestyle, this episode offers a fresh perspective on where the hobby is headed and how technology can bring enthusiasts together.

About Atomic Autoworks Garage

Atomic Autoworks Garage is dedicated to preserving the skilled trades through real-world education, automotive restoration, custom interiors, fabrication, paint and body repair, detailing, reconditioning, and conversations with the people driving innovation throughout the automotive industry.

Our mission is simple:

Teach. Build. Restore. Inspire.

Visit us at:

🌐 https://www.AtomicAutoworks.com

Support the channel by shopping the same tools, supplies, and products we use in our shop.

Subscribe for weekly restoration projects, automotive education, business insights, fabrication techniques, product spotlights, and conversations with some of the most innovative people in the automotive industry.

Thank you for listening and supporting our mission to Bring Back the Trades.

Welcome to In The Shop with Atomic Autoworks Garage, where we bring you conversations with the builders, tuners, racers, entrepreneurs, and automotive professionals shaping today's performance industry.

In this episode, Eddie Barrett sits down with Derek Burton, better known as Bootleg Derek from Bootleg Tuning Solutions, for an entertaining conversation about performance tuning, drag racing, business ownership, and the passion that drives the automotive community.

With years of experience in engine tuning and high-performance vehicles, Derek shares what it takes to build reliable horsepower, grow a successful tuning business, and stay ahead in an industry that's constantly evolving.

In this episode we discuss:

• Performance tuning and engine calibration
• Drag racing and motorsports
• Building high-performance street and race vehicles
• Running a successful automotive tuning business
• Behind-the-scenes stories from the performance industry
• Shop ownership and entrepreneurship
• The evolution of modern engine management
• Cars, trucks, motorcycles, and automotive culture
• Lessons learned from years in the automotive industry
• The future of performance tuning and motorsports

Whether you're a performance enthusiast, drag racer, tuner, shop owner, technician, or simply passionate about horsepower and automotive innovation, this episode offers real-world insight from someone who has built a career around making vehicles perform at their best.

About Atomic Autoworks Garage

Atomic Autoworks Garage is dedicated to preserving the skilled trades through real-world education, automotive restoration, fabrication, custom interiors, paint and body repair, detailing, reconditioning, and conversations with the professionals driving the automotive industry forward.

Our mission is simple:

Teach. Build. Restore. Inspire.

Visit us at:

🌐 https://www.AtomicAutoworks.com

Support the channel by shopping the same tools, supplies, and products we use in our shop.

Subscribe for weekly restoration projects, performance builds, fabrication, shop business insights, and interviews with leaders from across the automotive industry.

Thank you for listening and supporting our mission to Bring Back the Trades.