The Invention of Cruise Control

George Sedlak is a legendary artist whose work with airbrushing and pinstriping on vehicles is widely known.  A chance meeting with daredevil Evel Knievel would bring a lifetime friendship and collaboration, and George became Evel's artist creating his helmets and gas tank designs. His paintings are in museums, corporate collections, and owned and enjoyed by countless celebrities and fine art lovers around the globe. This year George is working with The Great Race, providing daily sketches and creating a painting to be auctioned off at the end of the race.  George's Studio: https://george4107.wixsite.com/jeffs-fresh Instagram: @georgesedlakartist Great Race and XCup: rpm.foundation Fuel for the Future is presented by State Farm Insurance and Driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at americasautomotivetrust.org

Inspired by the "Rare and Luxurious: 100 Years of Exceptional Automobiles" exhibit current at LeMay: America's Car Museum (americascarmuseum.org), this episode of Fuel for the Future explores the cars of The Great Gatsby. The era from the book, the 1920s, highlights some of the cars that set the stage for luxury and style which still influence designs of today.    Presented by State Farm Insurance and Driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at americasautomotivetrust.org. 

In the late 19th century, amidst debates about the most efficient and affordable engine for motor vehicles, the electric car emerged as a contender. Today, we explore the early electric vehicles that are often forgotten.   Presented by State Farm Insurance and Driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at www.americasautomotivetrust.org

The top selling cars of all time have been able to adapt across generations, and represent the needs of drivers at the time they're released. Listen to learn about the top 5 cars that have sold tens of millions of units.    Presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at Americasautomotivetrust.org

What if I told you that a revolutionary driving technology was invented by a blind man? On this episode, we dive into the surprising story of Ralph Teetor, the genius inventor behind cruise control, and how his unique perspective changed the automotive world forever.   Fuel for the Future is presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at Americasautomotivetrust.org

It may seem simple but the windshield wiper revolutionized transportation. Listen to the story about the birth of the wiper blade and its dramatic evolution.    Presented by State Farm Insurance and Driven by America's Automotive Trust. Learn more at americasautomotivetrust.org.  Hosted by Michael May

No other car company is as celebrated and respected as Ferrari. But what was the very first Ferrari? On this episode of "Fuel for the Future" we dive into the formation of the Ferrari company and their first car.  "Fuel for the Future" is presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America's Automotive Trust. Visit americasautomotivetrust.org for details.

The rotary engine: a bold, unconventional design that’s fascinated car builders for longer than you might think. Join us as we dive into Felix Wankel’s revolutionary creation and explore why it still captures the imagination of engineers and gearheads alike.   "Fuel for the Future" is presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America's Automotive Trust. Visit americasautomotivetrust.org for details. 

The car phone had an indelible impact on our modern life, and its journey began before you may think.  "Fuel for the Future" is presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America’s Automotive Trust. Learn more at americasautomotivetrust.org

Gordon M Buehrig is a legendary automobile designer and member of the Automotive Hall of Fame. On this episode of “Fuel for the Future” we discuss his work on the iconic Cord.  Presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America’s Automotive Trust. Learn more at americasautomotivetrust.org