Porsche Club Insider

In this episode, we sit down with Igor Soykher, co-founder of GT Performance, Inc., a legendary shop that has been servicing Porsches in the greater Baltimore area for 30 years.  Igor gives us a frank, honest, and unfiltered look at the reality of the auto repair industry today.  We dive deep into the modern challenges shop owners face that didn't even exist five or ten years ago—from the struggle to recruit and retain qualified technicians to the massive hurdle of keeping up with Porsche’s rapidly evolving technology.  If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the garage doors of a top-tier independent specialist, you won't want to miss this insider perspective!

Donald Osborne joins the crew to discuss the massive news surrounding the launch of Friends of FIVA USA. Supported by Mark Gessler, this highly anticipated expansion brings FIVA’s (Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens, or international federation of historic vehicles) global historic vehicle preservation mission straight to America. Expect an incredible mix of deep automotive history, insider industry knowledge, and Donald's signature sharp wit and humor.

Ever wondered how someone accumulates a multi-million-dollar secret car collection — and why they’d ever decide to sell it? In this behind-the-scenes podcast, we sit down with Dr. Karl Hens (from our video, "Incredible Porsche collection worth millions just discovered - Some of it's for sale!") alongside Ramsey Potts from Broad Arrow Auctions, and the Insider crew, Vu, Manny, and Damon. Dr. Karl and Ramsey open up about the massive logistical feat of building this legendary collection and reveal the exact moment they decided it was time to start parting ways with these rare cars and parts. Plus, Dr. Karl shares his exclusive plans for the vehicles that aren't going to auction — and what his next chapter looks like. If you've ever wanted an inside look into the mind of an elite collector, you can't miss this episode!

Want to make your daily driver or prized Porsche look like a Pebble Beach winner? In this episode, we sit down with Tim McNair, a master detailer who prepares ultra-rare, high-end cars for world-class concours events like the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.  Tim shares incredible stories from his career working on automotive legends, alongside practical detailing secrets you can use at home.  Vu and Manny grill Tim with their most pressing questions, uncovering his favorite newly discovered products (that you can easily buy online) and pro tips for cleaning those hard-to-reach areas of your Porsche.

We are currently facing a critical shortage of qualified and trained technicians—a systemic problem that has been building for decades. As modern vehicles become more complicated, the automotive community is feeling the squeeze more than ever.

In this episode, we welcome Jen Maher, CEO of the TechForce Foundation. Jen is leading a massive national movement to solve this crisis by providing scholarships and resources to people who want to work with their hands. Tune in to discover the incredible work they are doing, and find out how you can connect a friend or family member with these life-changing career opportunities.