NASCAR’s Eurotrip - ’Merica At Le Mans
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Today on Past Gas,we got the story of some good ol’ American boys taking a wild 1970s Eurotrip. How did the 1970s Oil Embargo lead to a couple of Americans bringing big block muscle cars to Le Mans? How did Ferrari rage quitting Le Mans in 1973 lead to NASCAR racing in France? Just how well did the big block bruisers do against the tiny Le Mans cars? We’re bringing oval power to the eiffel tower…it’s the story of NASCAR at Le Mans! More about Show: Follow James on IG and Twitter @jamespumphrey.   Follow Nolan on IG and Twitter @nolanjsykes.   Follow Joe on IG and Twitter @joegweber. Follow Donut @donutmedia, and subscribe to our Youtube and Facebook channels!   Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/PastGas. If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be helpful! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/PastGas. Thanks to our sponsors: To order your Manly Band and get 21% off, plus a free silicone ring, go to manlybands.com/gas. Manly Bands—the best damn rings period.  Enter TODAY for your chance to win the “Custom Jeep Wrangler” or other life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/gas. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code gas. Get 20% off + free shipping with the code GAS20 at manscaped.com. Say Trick or Treat to your beautiful new Halloweenie with MANSCAPED™. Checkout Gabi! Go to gabi.com/GAS to start saving today! It’s totally free. Experience motivation like never before with the Peloton bike, now $400 less. Go to onepeloton.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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