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The Exhaust Notes Podcast is a show for fans of Formula 1 both new to the sport and lifelong followers. Whether you're trying to keep up on who drives for which team, understand the technicalities of the sport, or like us, find yourself wanting to talk about F1 between races, Exhaust Notes is for you. With two longtime fans bringing perspectives from the racing side, the marketing side, and a relative newcomer to the sport thanks to Drive To Survive, the conversations are equal parts entertaining, educational, and sometimes just ridiculous.

Hosted by:

Nick Engvall - Nick Engvall is a writer, creator, and consultant who has helped brands like StockX, Finish Line, and Complex find their brand voice and niche in the content business. He’s an aspiring van-lifer with Honda's Power of Dreams running through his veins.

Rohit Malhotra - Rohit Malhotra is a relapsing sneakerhead who enjoys podcasts, sports, and podcasts about sports. He’s relatively new to the automotive scene, but like the F1 cars he’s come to admire, he’s loud, flashy, and full of hot air.

Todd Yates - Todd Yates is a gearhead, racing fan, and sneaker enthusiast. Todd has started and built up aftermarket parts companies and car communities. Knower of obscure facts and most importantly long-time Honey Badger fan boy.

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The Exhaust Notes Podcast is a show for fans of Formula 1 both new to the sport and lifelong followers. Whether you're trying to keep up on who drives for which team, understand the technicalities of the sport, or like us, find yourself wanting to talk about F1 between races, Exhaust Notes is for you. With two longtime fans bringing perspectives from the racing side, the marketing side, and a relative newcomer to the sport thanks to Drive To Survive, the conversations are equal parts entertaining, educational, and sometimes just ridiculous.

Hosted by:

Nick Engvall - Nick Engvall is a writer, creator, and consultant who has helped brands like StockX, Finish Line, and Complex find their brand voice and niche in the content business. He’s an aspiring van-lifer with Honda's Power of Dreams running through his veins.

Rohit Malhotra - Rohit Malhotra is a relapsing sneakerhead who enjoys podcasts, sports, and podcasts about sports. He’s relatively new to the automotive scene, but like the F1 cars he’s come to admire, he’s loud, flashy, and full of hot air.

Todd Yates - Todd Yates is a gearhead, racing fan, and sneaker enthusiast. Todd has started and built up aftermarket parts companies and car communities. Knower of obscure facts and most importantly long-time Honey Badger fan boy.

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    Is This As Good As It Gets For Ferrari?

    Is This As Good As It Gets For Ferrari?

    On this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, Nick, Todd, and Rohit, discuss Carlos Sainz, his success, and his performance compared to other drivers. They also talk about Max Verstappen's dominance and the track-specific performance of McLaren. The conversation covers Sergio Perez's performance, Williams' lack of a spare chassis, and the reaction to Alex Albon's replacement. The hosts also mention the impressive performance of Alpine and express their desire to see a new driver take the throne in Formula 1. The conversation covers various topics in Formula 1, including cost-saving measures, the performance and potential of drivers, rumors about Daniel Ricciardo's performance, and the incident between Fernando Alonso and George Russell. The chapters provide a comprehensive overview of these themes, highlighting the key points discussed. Overall, the conversation provides insights into the current state of Formula One and the challenges faced by teams and drivers.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Congratulating Carlos Sainz
    00:55 Apology to Charles Leclerc
    03:09 Discussion on Checo and Lance Stroll
    04:05 Speculation on Max Verstappen's Future
    05:06 Impressive Performances by Carlos Sainz and Checo
    06:04 Best Performances in a Car Before Leaving
    07:16 Disappointing Performances by Ferrari Drivers
    08:20 Discussion on McLaren's Performance
    09:36 Max Verstappen's Retirement and McLaren's Battle with Ferrari
    12:14 Max Verstappen's Dominance and McLaren's Track-Specific Performance
    13:54 Desire to See a New Driver Take the Throne
    15:05 Turning Point for Carlos Sainz and McLaren
    18:13 Williams' Lack of Spare Chassis and Albon's Replacement
    27:30 Albon's Crash and Reaction to His Replacement
    32:18 Impressive Performance by Williams
    32:19 Discussion about the cost-saving measures in Formula One
    33:14 The development time for a chassis and the impact of crashes
    34:14 The number of chassis teams usually have
    36:02 The performance and potential of drivers in Formula One
    38:51 The legacy and future of drivers in Formula One
    42:14 Rumors about Daniel Ricciardo's performance and potential replacement
    44:14 Comparison between Nick DeVries and Daniel Ricciardo's performance
    49:26 The potential future of Carlos Sainz and other drivers
    53:30 The incident between Fernando Alonso and George Russell
    01:00:38 The post-race interviews with Gunther Steiner
    01:03:17 The dangerous incident involving George Russell
    01:09:58 The penalty given to Fernando Alonso
    01:11:31 The lack of a red flag during the incident
    01:13:24 Closing remarks and upcoming races


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    Is F1 Just A Season Of Real Housewives Now?

    Is F1 Just A Season Of Real Housewives Now?

    On this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we discuss the drama that has become the sport of Formula 1, from the clickbait to the insanely proposed new track and the shady business dealings that seem to accompany the sport endlessly.
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    Ranking The 2024 Formula 1 Liveries and More Red Bull Drama

    Ranking The 2024 Formula 1 Liveries and More Red Bull Drama

    On this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we rank the liveries of the 2024 race cars and discuss the allegations against Christian Horner and the implications they have for the team, and the sport overall.
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    Formula 1 Is Making Some Weird Decisions Right Now - More 2024 F1 Rumors, Liveries, and Troubles For Christian Horner

    Formula 1 Is Making Some Weird Decisions Right Now - More 2024 F1 Rumors, Liveries, and Troubles For Christian Horner

    In this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we discuss the liveries that have been unveiled for the 2024 season, Christian Horner rumors, F1 denying Andretti, and more.
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    • 50 min
    "Everyone Is A Ferrari Fan. Even If They Say They're Not, They Are Ferrari Fans." -Sebastian Vettel -Lewis Hamilton -Us

    "Everyone Is A Ferrari Fan. Even If They Say They're Not, They Are Ferrari Fans." -Sebastian Vettel -Lewis Hamilton -Us

    In this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we discuss Lewis Hamilton's shocking choice to leave Mercedes and Join the Ferrari Team in 2025.
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    When F1 Sponsorships Go Too Far - AlphaTauri's New Name, Leclerc's New Contract, and Audi Rumors

    When F1 Sponsorships Go Too Far - AlphaTauri's New Name, Leclerc's New Contract, and Audi Rumors

    In this episode of the Exhaust Notes F1 Podcast, we discuss recent events related to Formula One, including Charles Leclerc's contract extension with Ferrari, the potential for Audi's entry into the sport, and the name change of the AlphaTauri team to Visa Cash App RB. The conversation covers various topics, including the terrible naming of the Red Bull F1 team, college radio show names, stuck-in-their-ways college professors, the lack of long-term branding, the identity of Force India, creating new acronyms for RB, Nike's potential entry into F1, Alonso's unique relationship with Stroll, and the move of the Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid.
    Takeaways
    Charles Leclerc's contract extension with Ferrari raises questions about his future and potential moves to other teams.
    Audi's rumored entry into Formula One could bring significant changes to the grid and create new opportunities for drivers.
    The name change of the AlphaTauri team to Visa Cash App RB has generated mixed reactions and confusion among fans and commentators.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Formula One Contracts
    11:00 Charles Leclerc's Future and Influence on Ferrari
    18:37 Speculations on Audi's Entry into Formula One
    28:15 AlphaTauri's Name Change to Visa Cash App RB
    35:27 The Terrible Naming of the Red Bull F1 Team
    36:42 College Radio Show Names
    37:15 Stuck-in-their-Ways College Professors
    39:10 The Lack of Long-Term Branding
    40:14 The Identity of Force India
    41:31 Creating New Acronyms for RB
    43:08 Nike's Potential Entry into F1
    45:28 Alonso's Unique Relationship with Stroll
    47:44 The Move of the Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid

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    • 1 hr 5 min

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