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3 Pedals Podcast

3 Pedals Podcast
Volkswagen
Audi
Car Audio
Air-Cooled Volkswagen
Porsche
Car Culture
Mike Palumbo
Automotive
MINI
Jeep
Beast Coast
Mark IV
Volkswagen Golf
Saab Viggen
Manual Transmission
Monaco Grand Prix
Volkswagen Group
Car Market Trends
Drift New England
Automotive Industry

3 Pedals Podcast is where real car culture lives. This show dives deep into the world of enthusiasts, German engineering, and the stories behind the builds, the drivers, and the communities that keep car culture alive. From Mk2s to M3s, BBS wheels to backroad pulls, and garage talk to industry insights, every episode brings raw conversations with builders, drivers, creators, and the people who sha... more

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Latest Episodes

Al, Dan, and Mike kick off the episode with a Mini Cooper battery disaster and a treacherous Mount Washington drive before diving into tattoos, Squareback chaos, and Klassiker prep. The crew breaks down the ongoing EOS convertible‑top saga, garage ex... more

Al and Dan sit down with Mike Palumbo for a deep dive into his automotive life, dealership career, and the cars that shaped his passion. The episode opens with Dan and the wild story behind his 1973 Audi Fox, followed by early plans for its future bu... more

Al and Mike sit down with Jon Holso. The episode kicks off with current car projects and early memories before diving into the Ford Focus days—first mods, sneaking past dad, and the moment European styling and deep‑cut modifications took over, comple... more

Al and Mike welcome guest Dan Sawyer for a wild ride through car culture, personal chaos, and decades of automotive stories. The episode kicks off with softball championship drama and hybrid‑car headaches before shifting into AWE Touring exhaust impr... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Palumbo
Automotive enthusiast with dealership sales experience and a career in fleet management
Episode: EP #035 Who We Are - Mike Palumbo
Jon Holso
Guest with Ford-to-Volkswagen focus background
Ford kid; Volkswagen enthusiast
Episode: EP #034 I Hate Jon Holso
Dan Sawyer
Guest, autoculture enthusiast and longtime car builder
Episode: EP #033 Dan Sawyer 180 KM/H
Ethan McCammon
Guest on episode, Mk2 enthusiast and builder
Episode: EP #032 Ethan McCammon MK2 - Uhh I Love My Automatic 2 Liter
Dylan Bergeron
Owner/operator, Eurostar
Eurostar
Episode: EP #031 Dylan Bergeron and Richie Morrissette Rings of Death
Richie Morrissette
HVAC professional, Richie's Customs
Richie's Customs
Episode: EP #031 Dylan Bergeron and Richie Morrissette Rings of Death
Marc Swanson
Owner of EFI Motorsport, tuner specializing in Audi/VW five-cylinders
EFI Motorsport
Episode: EP #030 Marc Swanson of EFI Motorsport
Tyler Wallace
Works at a Volkswagen dealership with Dan
Volkswagen dealership (Concord)
Episode: EP #028 Tyler Wallace Industry Things
Adam Golen
Owner/engine builder at Golen Engine
Golen Engine
Episode: EP #027 Adam Golen of Golen Engine

Hosts

Al Richards
Host with multiple mentions across The 3 Pedals Podcast; tied to CarHouse segments and general show hosting.
Mike Palumbo
Co-host and on-air lead; frequent host with deep involvement in car culture discussions and shop life.
Ben Jensen
Guest and occasional host; contributor on car shows and etiquette topics.
Dan Pendleton
Co-host and contributor; appears across many episodes, providing technical and shop-owner perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • For the incontinent

    Best podcast to listen to if you want to learn about old men’s bladders. Not much insight if you want to hear about cars though.

    Fortunately I hate cars ever since I sold my Saab 9-5 Aero 14 years ago and instead took an interest in Depend Adult Undergarments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RossMcLaughlin
    United States7 months ago

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Guests add practical, real-world context to builds and repairs.
Listeners appreciate the deep-dish automotive knowledge and shop-life anecdotes.
The show blends technical detail with personable banter, which keeps car-nerd topics approachable.
Some listeners note the humor and casual vibe keeps topics engaging even when discussing complex mods.

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Apple Podcasts
#239
Denmark/Leisure/Automotive

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EP #035 Who We Are - Mike Palumbo
Q: Can you break it down just for the listeners? Like, what do you actually do?
As a Client Development Manager, Palumbo works with fleet clients on vehicle funding and selection, maintenance, fuel, telematics, tolls, registration, sourcing, and replacement planning.
EP #035 Who We Are - Mike Palumbo
Q: How did you transition from retail sales to fleet management?
After leaving dealership work, Palumbo briefly trained field staff for AT&T, then joined a fleet-management company. His dealership experience explaining financing and leases helped him secure the role.
EP #004 Who We Are - Ben Jensen - This Ain't Grampa's truck
Q: How does sprint qualifying differ from regular qualifying on a race weekend?
Sprint qualifying is shortened and determines the starting order for the sprint race, which in turn affects the grid for the main race; the format includes the same basic structure (Q1, Q2, Q3) but with shorter session times.
EP #002 Shane O’Rourke… wait, you can’t drift a Volkswagen!?
Q: How did you get into drifting and what was your first build?
I started with VW basics, moved through a Mark III Jetta and other VWs, and progressively moved into drift setups, starting with mild angle kits and gradually adding everything needed to compete, driven by a mix of curiosity and community around the hobby.
EP #002 Shane O’Rourke… wait, you can’t drift a Volkswagen!?
Q: What is Drift New England?
It's a drifting-focused track project in New Hampshire with plans for a multi-track road course, aimed at giving the local community a dedicated place to drive and practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 3 Pedals Podcast

What is 3 Pedals Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-energy, hands-on car culture show that leans into practical builds, shop life, and enthusiast communities. Episodes circle around VW and European platforms, classic and modern swaps, repair realities, and the social side of car shows, events, and online communities. The banter is playful, often tech-forward, and rooted in real-world shop experience, with guests ranging from builders and dealers to shop owners who share hard-earned lessons. Listeners get candid perspectives on sourcing parts, project economics, and the changing dynamics of car culture, from grassroots meets to professional builds. A standout element is the mix of deep mechanical discussion with genuine camaraderie and a Massachusetts/New England automotive vibe that s... more

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Recent guests on 3 Pedals Podcast include:

1. Mike Palumbo
2. Jon Holso
3. Dan Sawyer
4. Ethan McCammon
5. Dylan Bergeron
6. Richie Morrissette
7. Marc Swanson
8. Tyler Wallace

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