Show Notes
Could restoring classic cars be the future of sustainable, high-performance vehicles? Goran Turkic certainly thinks so.
Goran Turkic is the founder and CEO of Tedson Motors, a company that specialises in high-end restomods. With a background that spans real estate, energy, and automotive, Goran combines a wealth of experience with a deep passion for car design and innovation. His journey took him from a childhood fascination with cars to founding Tedson Motors, where he now focuses on creating advanced, air-cooled hybrids (and non-hybrid), with a particular love for vintage Porsche models.
In this conversation, Goran and I delve into topics like the appeal of classic car restoration, the challenges of building the first air-cooled hybrid, and the future of automotive technology, including e-fuels and hydrogen combustion engines. He also shares insights into what sets supercars apart, the importance of maintaining big engines, and how customisation allows enthusiasts to create truly unique vehicles.
https://tedsonmotors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tedson_motors/
Enjoy,
Sam
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Passion and Ignorance 07:03 The Evolution of Car Restoration 13:58 From Collector to Creator: The Birth of Tedson Motors 20:59 Designing the Future: The 964 and 993 Restomods 30:08 Challenges in Innovation: The Hybrid Experience 34:48 Engineering Challenges in Hybrid Car Development 40:41 The Future of Hydrogen Combustion Engines 46:37 The Evolution of Automotive Technologies 51:53 The Role of Nostalgia in Modern Supercars 01:01:14 Customization in the Automotive Industry 01:12:40 The Experience Over Power Debate 01:15:39 The Evolution of Performance Cars 01:18:22 Innovations in Supercar Design 01:24:16 The Future of Hypercars 01:29:50 Memorable Driving Experiences 01:33:28 The Ideal Five-Car Garage
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