Airdate: October 14, 2026

Stewart welcomes Miles Collier, former racing driver and Founder of the Revs Institute in Naples, Florida, for a fascinating discussion about the preservation of automotive history and the philosophy behind one of the world's notable automotive collections.

Collier discusses the passion that inspired the creation of the museum and its commitment to preserving, restoring, and studying historically significant automobiles. He explains what distinguishes Revs from traditional automobile museums, exploring the relationship between automobiles as physical objects and as machines designed for motion. The conversation also examines the sometimes-conflicting priorities of collecting: preservation, restoration and authenticity, including the differences between original vehicles and replicas.

The discussion turns to the Institute's transition to public charity status owned and operated by a fiduciary Board of Trustees structure and the challenges of balancing financial resources, charitable support, and the responsibilities of maintaining an important automotive collection. Collier also discusses the value of historical archives, digitizing materials for remote access and research and the evolving role of technology, including artificial intelligence, in preserving automotive knowledge for future generations.

Throughout the program, Stewart and Collier touch on vintage racing, automotive patina, pre-World War II collecting, and celebrated marques and vehicles that help define the history of the automobile.

Later in the program, Keith Martin of "Sports Car Market" magazine joins Stewart to explain why he considers the Lotus Elise an "Alfa alternative" plus Stewart, Steve, and J. R. offer their usual look at inbound and outbound classics at Classic Auto Mall, along with assorted observations and occasionally unrelated topics.

Featured Personalities

• Miles Collier — former racing driver; founder, Revs Institute
• Keith Martin — "Sports Car Market" magazine

Museums, Events & Organizations

• Goodwood
• Revs Institute — Naples, Florida

Vehicles, Manufacturers & Marques

• Abarth
• Auto Union / Audi
• Duesenberg
• Ferrari
• Jaguar XK120
• Lotus Elise
• Mercedes-Benz
• Mini Cooper (JCW)
• Shelby Cobra
• Simca Abarth

Additional Topics

• Artificial intelligence and digital archives
• Automotive authenticity, originality, and replicas
• Automotive patina
• Charitable giving and nonprofit stewardship
• Collection management and preservation
• Historic vehicle restoration
• Matter versus motion
• Pre-World War II automobiles
• Vintage racing

Revs Institute: www.revsinstitute.org

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Recorded in our Showcase Studio just inside the entrance of the Classic Auto Mall in Morgantown, PA, Host Stewart Howden, Classic Auto Mall President and Classic Car Specialist Steve Saffier talk about this unique and amazing place often with amazing guests.

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Airdate: October 7, 2026

Stewart welcomes Ford Heacock, Chairman of the Automotive Racing Club of Florida, for a fascinating look at the history of one of America's most celebrated sports car racing venues, Sebring International Raceway.

With decades of involvement at Sebring, Heacock recalls the early days of sports car racing in Central Florida and the ambitious idea of transforming an abandoned World War II military training base, Hendricks Army Airfield, into a permanent road racing circuit comparable to Watkins Glen or Road America. He pays tribute to Alec and Mary Ullman, whose pioneering efforts helped establish Sebring as an international motorsports destination.

Often called "Little Le Mans," Sebring developed its own remarkable racing heritage. Heacock recounts early conflicts with the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), the creation of the legendary 12 Hours of Sebring, and the influence of European FIA regulations. He shares the unlikely tortoise-and-hare story of a Crosley Hotshot victory, illustrating how endurance racing could reward reliability over outright speed.

The conversation also explores the darker side of motorsports history, including the devastating 1955 Le Mans disaster that threatened the future of automobile racing. On a lighter note, Heacock recalls an entertaining story involving legendary driver Stirling Moss and his desire for a Coca-Cola in the middle of a race.

Later in the program, Keith Martin of "Sports Car Market" joins Stewart to recount his 2,000-mile adventure in an Alfa Romeo Spider. He also discusses driver awareness, highway safety, and his appreciation and respect for AAA.

Notable Personalities

• Peter Brock
• Sam Collier
• Briggs Cunningham
• Stirling Moss
• Alec and Mary Ullman

Notable Places, Events & Organizations

• 12 Hours of Sebring
• Automotive Racing Club of Florida (ARCF)
• Hendricks Army Airfield — Sebring, Florida
• International Motor Sports Association (IMSA)
• Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA)
• Lakeland, Florida
• Le Mans / 24 Hours of Le Mans
• Penske Racing
• Road America
• Sebring Hall of Fame
• Sebring International Raceway
• Sports Car Club of America (SCCA)
• U.S. Army Air Corps
• Watkins Glen

Notable Vehicles & Marques

• Alfa Romeo Spider
• Allard
• Austin-Healey
• Crosley Hotshot
• Ferrari
• Jaguar
• Porsche
• Porsche Macan GTS
• Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

Websites

• Automotive Racing Club of Florida — www.ARCF.net
• Sports Car Market — www.sportscarmarket.com
• Sebring International Raceway — www.sebringraceway.com

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CONTENT NOTE: Contests, Prizes, Offers, Vehicles & other items may no longer be available or offered after each show's original broadcast or posting date.

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YES...Classic Auto Mall is a REAL former shopping mall that covers almost EIGHT football fields with an average of nearly ONE THOUSAND classic vehicles under one, climate controlled roof and they're all FOR SALE!

Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to be informed of new episodes and SEE them on the Classic Auto Mall YouTube Channel. We also invite you to VISIT US IN PERSON at Classic Auto Mall, one hour west of Philadelphia at PA Turnpike Exit #298, VISIT us online at ClassicAutoMall.com or talk to real, live people about visiting, buying or selling your classic on consignment at 610-901-3804.

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