Two Guys Garage Podcast

The pocket knife is the "universal tool" in just about every car guy's life. Michael Janich discusses the three design innovations that established Spyderco as the industry leader, and delves into how they prioritize the mechanical properties of their blades. Find out why the predictable composition of a leaf spring is the bladesmith's favorite automotive-based raw material, and hear Mike's answer to the challenge, "If somebody gave you a leaf spring, how fast could you make a knife out of it?"

SEMA extends far beyond its iconic Las Vegas trade show by delivering year-round advocacy, discounts, and business resources.
In this episode, VP of OEM and Product Development Jim Moore joins the podcast to break down how the SEMA Garage operates as a high-tech engineering hub—featuring dedicated labs for OEM and aftermarket technology, ADAS testing, EV development, vehicle measuring
sessions, and EPA-recognized emissions certification to take products from concept to compliant market reality.

Tired of leaving horsepower on the table? Brian Tooley of BTR returns to the podcast to explain how his company consistently outperforms the competition. He breaks down some of his proprietary engineering — from using GT Power to harness wave dynamics and air inertia — to designing his new multi-million dollar, canted-valve cylinder head built to withstand and maximize power from the highest levels of boost.

From rare Meyers Manx kit cars to an all-wheel-drive electric ’68 Firebird, legendary designer Murray Pfaff of Pfaff Designs joins the podcast once again to break down how AI is reshaping ideation, where EV hot-rodding is headed, and whether tech can ever replace true human creativity. Tune in to hear what the future holds for automotive design’s next tech leap.

Willie heads to Jeff Lutz's race shop to join Lutz, NHRA Top Fuel Champion Clay Millican, and Raquel Wenger of CRC Industries to preview the latest CRC SEMA Build. This year, they’ve built the ultimate blend of muscle and mission – a monstrous, 904 horsepower, 1977 big-block Pro Street Chevy truck. The team discusses why this simpler, rowdy build was chosen after last year's highly complex hydrogen-powered '57 Chevy, and stresses how the “CRC Build for the Future” program in partnership with TechForce Foundation supports and creates scholarships for the next generation of skilled tradespeople.