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Robin Shute is an engineer and 4x Pikes Peak Champion. He competes in the top class with his Wolf based racer. Robin joins me at home for a chat about Pikes Peak, racing, his engineering background and his upcoming car designed to smash records. A great chat with some real depth. Enjoy,Samhttps://www.instagram.com/robin.shute/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/@thesendyclubShow Notes:Chapters00:00 The Basics of Engineering and Racing00:46 Robin Shute: A Racing Journey04:00 Early Influences and Career Path07:48 Tesla: The Early Days of Innovation11:57 The Evolution of Electric Vehicles16:11 The Importance of Team Size in Racing18:06 The Birth of the Wolf Racing Team21:54 Pikes Peak: The Challenge of the Mountain26:10 The Technical Aspects of Racing Cars30:02 The Development of the Wolf Car33:52 Pushing the Limits of Speed39:12 Engineering Innovations and Challenges43:03 The Decision to Build a New Car49:27 The Case Against Electric Vehicles55:07 Exploring the Future of Race Cars01:08:01 The Future of Autonomous Driving01:10:27 Nitro Rallycross and the Evolution of Racing01:12:52 Electric Vehicles in Motorsports01:14:14 Innovations in Car Design and Engineering01:19:02 The Simplicity of Effective Engineering01:22:51 Driving Experience and Car Weight Dynamics01:29:31 The Unlimited Class and Record-Breaking Aspirations01:35:04 Memorable Journeys and Dream Cars Get Ad Free Listening + Questions For Guests Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
