Car Chat

In this episode of the Car Chat podcast, host Sam Moores welcomes Viktor Engler, the founder and CEO of Engler Automotive. Viktor discusses his journey from a childhood in Slovakia, where his passion for cars was ignited by a book about Ferruccio Lamborghini, to becoming the creator of the unique “Superquad” vehicles. These vehicles, which defy traditional automotive categories, combine elements of both cars and motorbikes, featuring an Audi R8 engine and custom-built components. Viktor shares stories of overcoming financial challenges, securing investor support, and the engineering feats required to bring his vision to life. He also talks about the introduction of the new V12 superquad, a limited-edition vehicle boasting 1200 horsepower, 1200 kilograms of weight, and 1200 newton meters of torque, priced at 1.2 million euros. This episode provides a deep dive into the world of innovative vehicle design and the persistence required to bring such groundbreaking concepts to market.

https://www.super-quad.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction to Engler Automotive and Superquads

02:05 Childhood Dream and Inspiration

09:43 Finding Investors and Making Sales

14:27 Challenges with Audi and Obtaining Permission

19:19 Innovative Features: Motorbike Controls and Custom Steering System

25:23 Development and Unique Aspects of Superquads

29:42 Reactions and Experiences on the Road

35:28 Driving Experience and Getting Used to Superquads

38:18 Throttle Choice and Safety Measures

42:30 The Importance of Steering Wheel Controls and Physical Buttons

49:06 The Desire for More Powerful Engines, Particularly V12s

52:55 The Development of A V12 Engine and Unique Gearbox

01:06:24 The Most Undervalued and Interesting Cars in the Market

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In this episode of the Car Chat Podcast, Nikita Bridan, co-founder of Oil Stain Lab, joins us to share his fascinating journey from a career in car design to launching his own automotive design consultancy. Nikita dives into the inspiration behind their standout project, the "Half 11," detailing the unique challenges they encountered during its creation. He explores their design philosophy, which centers around minimalism, problem-solving, and cleverly integrating function into the aesthetics.

We also discuss the decision to use an LS engine in the Half 11, addressing the challenges and controversies it sparked. Nikita sheds light on the design and development process of their latest project, the HF 11, and shares his experience at Goodwood, where the Half 11 was showcased. He reflects on how the car was received at the event and talks about the importance of branding and positioning in the automotive world. Finally, we touch on iconic cars like the Lamborghini Countach and Mazda 787B, and their lasting impact on the industry.

https://hf-11.com/

Show Notes:

00:00 Starting a Design Consultancy and Building the half 11

19:44 Challenging Porsche Purists with the half 11

25:18 The Design Approach of Oilstain Lab: Minimalism and Problem-Solving

33:23 Creating a Fake History and Pushing Boundaries

38:05 Cutting a 911 in Half: The Journey of Building the half 11

46:36 Collaborating with Experts: The Role of Engineering in the Design Process

47:42 The Controversial Decision to Use an LS Engine

48:38 The Development of the HF 11

49:34 The Most Undervalued Car at the Moment

52:25 The Most Interesting New Car

01:31:25 Sam's Dream Five-Car Garage

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I join James (MrJWW) in his new Koenigsegg London dealership for a catchup on all of the crazy projects now underway with DRVN group. In pt1. we discuss Koenisegg and particularly the crazy one off Jesko engined, CC850 gearboxed Agera that James recently drove. We then move onto Boreham Motorworks and the licensed Ford products that will be coming along with Pt.2 where we will have the Evolito (355 Restomod) story including the genesis of that project and where it has got to now.

https://koenigsegglondon.com/

https://borehammotorworks.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

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Colin Hoad of CAT Driver Training joins me again (first episode here) to discuss everything you need to know before starting racing.

Check out the book here: https://amzn.eu/d/eaZDb5d - all profits go to the charity Mission Motorsport (https://www.missionmotorsport.org/)

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00:00 - Intro + Renting a Car for a Test Day

00:00:25 - Welcome and Introduction

00:01:05 - Colin’s Background

00:03:12 - Writing "How to Start Racing Now"

00:08:05 - Insights on Racing Preparation

00:09:20 - Determining Driver Skills for Racing

00:11:45 - Advanced Driving Techniques

00:14:02 - Psychological Challenges in Racing

00:19:37 - Choosing the Right Car and Series

00:25:02 - Understanding Racing Costs

00:31:01 - Real-life Cost Examples

00:38:21 - Importance of Fitness and Preparation

00:45:12 - Continuous Learning and Improvement

00:52:33 - Customer Experiences and Feedback

01:01:45 - Final Thoughts on Racing Careers

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In this episode Sam Moores sits down with Chris Shelley - Founder of Dymag as we know it today. Dymag has a long history of producing carbon and carbon hybrid wheels for racing. The majority on 2 wheels but a lot on 4 developing them for everything from Formula 1 to the Dakar Rally. Dymag has produced some of the lightest wheels you can get hold of today, working with companies such as BAC for the Mono, Guntherwerks and many more.

https://dymag.com/

Enjoy,

Show Notes:

00:00:00 - Meet Chris Shelley and Dymag

00:02:48 - How Chris started and saved Dymag in 1993

00:06:44 - Facing challenges and moving the industry forward

00:09:17 - Creating carbon composite wheels and fighting regulations

00:12:14 - Important deals and famous interactions

00:15:41 - New designs in wheels and the move to hybrid models

00:20:00 - Chris's work before Dymag

00:23:08 - Chris's return to Dymag and new leadership goals

00:26:03 - What’s next in wheel technology and making

00:29:12 - How special models change the car industry

00:32:09 - Clearing up myths about carbon wheels

00:35:11 - Plans for selling to more cars and luxury vehicles

00:38:21 - Exciting new projects and partnerships in wheels

00:40:45 - How lighter wheels help with performance and control

00:43:17 - Chris’s thoughts on where car technology is heading

01:09:19 - Five Questions

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In this segment of "Car Chat" Episode 202, Sam Hancock describes racing in the historic Spa Six Hour Classic. Amidst the pouring rain and darkness, Sam navigates a packed grid in a GT40, showcasing the high stakes and skill required in historic racing. He stresses the paramount importance of preserving these classic cars, balancing the urge to compete with the necessity to protect. Tune in for the full episode for a catchup with Sam and what he's been up to over the last few years.

Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sam-hancock-professional-racing-driver-dealer-in-exceptional/id1432553826?i=1000653200323

https://www.samhancock.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hancock_sam/

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Sam Hancock joins me this week to discuss what he's been up to in the last few years. Sam has always been connecting car purchases but he's now got a base with cars in stock and things are going extremely well. We chat about historic racing, what it's like driving as a new parent and how Sam's mindset has shifted on GT3 racing and electronic aids. 

Enjoy, 

Sam 

https://www.samhancock.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hancock_sam/

Show Notes:

00:00:00 - Introduction

• Overview of Sam Hancock’s career and transition to historic racing.

00:02:15 - Beginnings in Racing

• Sam discusses his early racing ambitions and the move from karting to endurance racing.

00:05:48 - The Shift to Historic Racing

• How and why Sam transitioned to focusing on historic racing as his career in modern racing vehicles wound down.

00:10:31 - The Appeal of Historic Cars

• The personal significance and joy of racing historic cars for Sam, highlighting particular vehicles.

00:15:14 - Career Highlights and Memorable Races

• Reflections on standout moments from racing at Le Mans and other historic events.

00:20:00 - The Business of Historic Car Brokerage

• Insights into Sam's venture into the brokerage of historic race cars during the COVID-19 pandemic.

00:25:26 - The Future of Racing and Car Collecting

• Sam’s thoughts on the trends in car collecting and the future of the racing industry.

00:30:04 - Changes in GT Racing

• Discussion on the evolution of GT racing and how it impacts both new and historic racing series.

00:35:16 - Importance of Car Livery

• The significance of memorable liveries in car value and recognition.

00:40:53 - Transitioning to Historic Racing Series

• Potential developments in historic racing series that could include modern GT3 cars.

00:45:21 - The Driving Experience in Modern Race Cars

• Sam describes his recent experiences testing a Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo and his newfound appreciation for modern race car technologies.

00:50:06 - The Accessibility and Appeal of GT3 Racing

• Exploring why GT3 racing remains a popular and accessible option for enthusiasts and amateur racers.

00:55:21 - Comparing Historic and Modern Racing

• A comparison of the thrills and challenges of driving historic versus modern race cars on today’s tracks.

01:00:00 - Closing Thoughts

• Final reflections and advice for those interested in either entering the racing world or collecting race cars.

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Daniel Van Doveren is the founder of Vigilante 4x4, a Jeep Restomod Company based in the USA. Here is an excerpt from our longer podcast which you can find on your podcasts platform (apple, spotify etc.)

Audio Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/daniel-van-doveren-vigilante-4x4-restomodding-iconic/id1432553826?i=1000652490521

https://www.vigilante4x4.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

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In this episode of Car Chat, join host Sam Moores as he delves into the fascinating world of classic Jeep restorations and restomods with Daniel Van Doveren. With Dutch and Swedish roots, Daniel shares his journey from tech entrepreneur to founder of Jeep Heritage and Vigilante 4x4, renowned for transforming vintage Jeeps into modern masterpieces.

This conversation takes us from Daniel's early adventures in tech to his passion-driven pivot towards automotive restoration. Discover how road trips across the US in cheap, often quirky Jeeps sparked the inception of Jeep Heritage. Daniel discusses the meticulous process of revamping these iconic vehicles, emphasising the blend of traditional charm and cutting-edge technology that sets his work apart.

From scanning original Jeep models in 3D to integrating modern drivetrains and luxurious finishes, Daniel's approach to restoration marries nostalgia with innovation. This episode not only explores the technical aspects of restoration but also dives into the business side, discussing how maintaining a small-scale operation allows for creativity and personal touch in every project.

Whether you're a car enthusiast or just curious about the transformation of classic cars into bespoke creations, this episode offers a deep dive into the art and science of automotive restoration.

You can explore more about Daniel's work with Jeep Heritage and Vigilante through the following links:

• Jeep Heritage: https://www.jeepheritage.com/
• Vigilante: https://www.vigilante4x4.com/

For enthusiasts looking to dive deeper into the world of restomod Jeeps, Daniel's companies offer a unique insight into the meticulous care and innovative engineering that go into each vehicle.

Show Notes:

00:00 - Introduction and Background

01:36 - Starting Jeep Heritage and Vigilante

02:18 - Moving to the US and Starting Jeep Heritage

08:06 - Memorable Road Trips

23:17 - Choosing the Level of Restoration

27:35 - Design and Engineering Process

27:59 - Scanning Parts and 3D Printing

30:29 - Fine-tuning the Vehicle and Improvements

30:59 - The History of the Grand Wagoneer

32:25 - Developing Vigilante and Upgrades

41:36 - Specs and Pricing

42:59 - Popular Specs and Engine Choices

43:52 - Understanding Customer Needs

45:09 - Engine Options and Performance

45:52 - Increasing Female Audience

47:51 - Suspension and Airbags

49:00 - Building a Limited Number of Cars

55:33 - Demand for Restomods in Europe

56:01 - Regulations and Building for Europe

59:15 - Maintaining Quality and Personalization

1:00:19 - Limitations of Restomodding

1:00:50 - The Role of OEMs in Testing

1:00:55 - Challenges in Achieving Perfection

1:01:12 - Advice for Individuals Considering a Mod Project

1:01:59 - Safety Considerations in Restomodding

1:02:32 - The Importance of Safety in Restorations

1:03:39 - Five Questions

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A short extract from the full episode with Rowan Hick of GlobalWorkshop discussing his personal sim building journey from a humble gaming setup to building a full G force rig. Check out the full episode #198 here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/car-chat/id1432553826

Video: https://youtu.be/y6hEotIQTyM

Enjoy,

Sam

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In this episode of Car Chat, host Sam Moores talks with Rowan Hick, the founder of Global Workshop, a platform designed to assist in the management of vehicle builds, restorations, and races. Rowan discusses the origins of Global Workshop, detailing how personal necessity led to the creation of a system that simplifies the management of complex vehicle projects for enthusiasts and professionals.

Additionally, Rowan shares his personal journey in the automotive world, from modifying a Fraser Clubman to pushing the boundaries of home racing simulators. With a background in software development, Rowan's transition into the automotive sector highlights the merging of technological innovation with automotive passion.

This episode provides insights into the nuanced world of vehicle restoration and project management, reflecting on the challenges faced and the solutions developed by those deeply embedded in the craft. Listen in for a detailed discussion on the intersection of technology, personal passion, and automotive craftsmanship with Sam Moores and Rowan Hick.

Enjoy,

https://www.globalworkshop.com/

Show Notes:

00:00 = Intro

13:18 = Evolution Of The App

18:00 = Use Cases

23:01 = Speccing The Fraser

26:32 = Rowan's Automotive Journey

30:53 = Driving And Racing In NZ

34:43 = Driving The Frazer

37:58 = Rowan's Sim

56:54 = The Future Of Global Workshop

1:03:52 = Tailoring The App

1:11:00 = 5 Questions

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In today's digital world, how do you stand out when technology and creativity merge?

Faruk Heplevent, who started Scope Studio, leads the way in car CGI, film, and photo production. He joins us to share his story from taking photos around the world to leading a company at the cutting edge of digital creativity in the car industry. We'll dive into Scope Studio's exciting project, Scope City, a digital city that's a perfect place for showing off cars.

https://thescope.studio/

In this episode, we cover:

(00:00) Meet Faruk Heplevent and learn how Scope Studio began.

(02:15) Moving from taking photos to leading in CGI technology.

(04:22) How CGI is changing car ads and the creation of Scope City.

(06:20) A look at how Scope City was made.

(11:09) The challenges of working with CGI in car production.

(14:18) The freedom and accuracy CGI brings to showcasing cars.

(22:42) How AI and new tech are changing the game in digital creativity.

(28:05) Finding the balance between new tech and creative vision.

(35:46) Why CGI is a greener choice compared to traditional photo shoots.

(41:17) How digital marketing in the car world is evolving.

(49:43) Imagining what's next for CGI in the car industry.

(52:34) Faruk's final thoughts and what's next for Scope Studio.

Faruk's story gives us a thrilling look at how technology, creativity, and the car world come together. This episode is a must for car fans and creative pros.

Check out the youtube video: https://youtu.be/hVqisk1fMzk

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Craig Toone is the founder of Rush Magazine - a new print magazine celebrating the best iconic modern classics & performance cars.

https://www.rushmagazine.co.uk/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

4:38 - How to start a magazine

19:50 - The perks of running a magazine

26:10 - Automotive background

32:22 - Big surprises

35:31 - Imposter syndrome and authentic experiences

47:57 - Car Of The Year

56:38 - Issue #2

1:00:37 - How much content do you need for a magazine?

1:07:14 - Fun, cheaper EVs (please)

1:11:12 - 5 Questions 

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Paul Woodman, the founder of Lovecars, an automotive media powerhouse, sits down with me to share his journey from the company's inception to its current success, including producing the series "On The Road," now streaming on Amazon Prime. We delve into the origins of his passion for cars, the challenges and triumphs of bringing automotive stories to life on screen, and the memorable experiences of filming across the globe. Join us as Paul opens up about his favorite cars, the excitement of racing, and navigating the complex world of social media, all while building a brand that resonates with car enthusiasts everywhere.

Watch the video ep here:

https://lovecars.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lovecars/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:35 - Early success of Lovecars

11:53 - Opportunity vs revenue

19:20 - Ideal audience

22:38 - Starting a TV series

33:30 - Lovecars On The Road

45:45 - TV highlights

49:44 - Filming in America vs UK

53:23 - Top 3 Cars Driven

55:49 - Caterham racing and sponsorship

1:01:33 - F1 chat

1:06:00 - Drag racing

1:10:49 - Social media woes

1:16:08 - 5 questions

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It's always great to catch up with Iain Litchfield, founder of Litchfield Motors. Litchfield Motors started off importing JDM cars (listen to our first podcast here) We have a catchup and discuss the GT-R world of today, tuning cars, the expansion of Litchfield, dampers and a whole lot more.

https://www.litchfieldmotors.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:01 - Litchfield and GTRs

10:57 - In-house parts

13:46 - Current demand

19:17 - Working on Porsches

26:33 - New M cars

28:58 - GT3 Touring and GT4

34:03 - Custom dampers

36:33 - 992 Tuning

40:24 - Hybrids, EVs, and synthetic fuel

46:51 - GT3RS

58:37 - Jethro’s 996

1:06:48 - 5 Questions 

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Chris Tolman is the founder of Tolman Engineering. Chris has an extensive background in rallying and running race teams and has brought this knowledge into his Peugeot 205 Tolman Editions. From running the McLaren driver development cars to Bentley GT3s, there is a wealth of knowledge.

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Tolman, the founder behind Tolman Engineering, to explore the thrilling world of motorsport engineering and team management. From the foundational connections in rally racing to the intricate details of running a race team, Chris shares his invaluable experiences and the skills required to excel in this high-octane environment.

Dive into the heart of racing as we discuss the challenges and triumphs of managing the McLaren Driver Development Program, and what it takes to race a McLaren at the highest levels. Chris also sheds light on his diverse experience with racing Genettas, Bentleys, rally cars, and more, revealing the critical differences between road car and race car engineering.

At the 28:39 mark, get an exclusive look into "The Tolman 205" project, followed by a discussion on keeping racing ventures economical without compromising on performance. Chris emphasizes the importance of the customer experience in motorsport and outlines the ambitious goals of the Evo project.

Wrapping up the episode, we have the 5 questions.

Enjoy,

Sam

https://tolmanengineering.co.uk/

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

4:32 - Connections in rally

6:05 - Skills building on a race team

8:19 - Running the Mclaren Driver Development Program

17:33 - Challenges of racing a Mclaren

19:26 - Running Genettas, Bentleys, rally cars etc

26:21 - Difference between road car and race car engineering

28:39 - The 205

42:55 - Keeping it economical

48:14 - Customer experience

52:55 - The goal of the Evo

1:04:41 - 5 questions 

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Mick Pacey has been in the business of special air cooled Porsches for 25 years. His knowledge of these cars is truly exceptional. I met up with Mick at Export 56 to have a look round their place, see some of the amazing cars they look after and have a chat about Mick's journey and Porsches.

https://www.export56.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:28 - Buying and restoring Porsches

22:17 - Finding the parts

30:35 - Price range

41:23 - Finding what the customer wants

48:29 - Building the history and databases

1:08:34 - Getting nerdy

1:14:18 - Working with Shell

1:22:23 - FIA certification

1:31:25 - Racecar restoration journey

1:40:37 - 5 questions 

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In this episode Luke of "Cars With Luke" joins me for a catchup. Luke is a content creator based predominantly in the Swiss Alps creating content with a whole host of cool cars. We discuss Luke's creative journey, balancing photography and videography, the Rimac, Luke's cars, Manual vs PDK, GT3s and Porsches along with some of the creative challenges and copyright issues Luke has has to deal with.

You can check out our previous episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/cars-with-luke-youtuber-and-photographer/id1432553826?i=1000522028416

https://www.youtube.com/@carswithluke

https://www.instagram.com/carswithluke/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:29 - Client work

05:26 - Recent drives

09:45 - Garage update

18:13 - 991 vs 992 GT3

25:59 - Content creator downsides

28:25 - 991RS mods

30:55 - Cinematic shorts and copyright

44:25 - Sam’s 911

46:51 - 5 questions 

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Tim Fenna is the founder of Frontline Cars, a specialist in MGBs.

Frontline was founded by Tim in 1991, with a personal remit to enhance the driving experience of classic MG Cars. Tim followed his father’s footsteps as an engineer and used his inherent skill and interest in motorsport to design and develop new ground-breaking core components for the MGB, Midget and Sprite. Today, almost 150 restorations have been delivered under the Frontline name, with Tim’s upgrades at the heart of each and every commission. His constant pursuit of perfection enables each Frontline car to be better than the last.

https://www.frontline-cars.co.uk/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

01:52 - Frontline Cars

07:03 - How to restomod an MGB

13:54 - Typical customer

18:27 - Service offering

35:57 - EV MGB

43:09 - Non - V8s

44:17 - The full process

49:40 - Connecting to cars

53:25 - Australian partners

55:27 - Attracting a younger audience

57:57 - Adding value and resale

1:08:02 - Custom features

1:09:30 - Covid-19

1:14:11 - 5 questions 

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In this thrilling episode, we sit down with the renowned Max Girardo of Girardo & Co for an in-depth conversation covering the exciting world of racing, competition cars, and the latest developments in exotic automobiles.

https://girardo.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro/ what’s new?

10:26 - Special editions

14:13 - The future of values

18:51 - Selling competition cars

24:34 - The ticket to invitations

30:29 - Max’s road cars

32:47 - Target market

44:54 - Racing the N24

49:07 - 2.7 RS

53:41 - The ultimate 4 seater

57:42 - 5 questions 

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In this episode, we have a thrilling conversation with Tom Jaconelli of Romans International, one of the most prestigious names in the luxury car industry. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of supercars and hypercars, exploring what's been happening and the current state of the market.

https://www.romansinternational.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:08 - What’s new?

05:04 - Buyer behaviour

06:55 - Current market

12:05 - Hot buys

15:45 - Exporting to the US

17:39 - Importing and reliability

21:27 - GT3 movements

27:40 - Ferrari’s

33:16 - Value hunting

39:49 - SUVs, hybrids, and EVs

43:52 - Future plans

47:57 - 5 questions 

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Merlin McCormack joins me on the podcast again from Duke Of London to talk about his amazing Testarossa, some ongoing fun project cars and the upcoming move (and spec out) of the next location for Duke Of London. It's always great to chat to Merlin and see what he's been up to.

https://www.dukeoflondon.co.uk/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:20 - New space

08:29 - Merlin’s day-to-day

11:50 - More plans

16:30 - Challenges of fitting out a car park

20:34 - Expansion plans

24:02 - Merlin’s garage

36:45 - Market trends

42:22 - Dream project car

51:10 - 5 questions 

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I join David Lane (@osheautomotive) at the new workshop and base for Oshe Automotive and Workshop Seventy7 for a catchup. We discuss the last few years, picking project cars and some of the lovely builds David has done.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:13 - How to pick project cars

05:06 - The Oshe Difference

10:33 - DIY vs Commercial builds

13:17 - The custom process

17:53 - Defender mods

28:11 - Engines and power for dailys

33:26 - Sustainable interiors

41:13 - New building

52:32 - 5 Questions 

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Matt Simmonite joins me for a deep dive into Synthetic and eFuels. Matt currently races at a club level using P1 Fuels carbon neutral synthetic fuels and has a great understanding of the topic. We coves some of the positives and negatives along with some common beliefs and misconceptions. Will we all be driving our cars with E Fuels in the future?

http://www.p1fuels.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:04 - What’s the difference between all the fuels?

10:13 - Synthetic fuels for mainstream use

17:36 - Volume of production

22:47 - ULES and urban air quality

29:50 - Pushing EV tech forward

38:22 - Synthetic fuel cost

49:30 - Synthetic fuel use-cases

1:04:15 - 5 Questions 

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Philip Hoffman is the man behind the Reen 964 RSGT, a personal project that has gone pretty far. Reen take a different approach to creating an involving road car with some very interesting bespoke electronic solutions and one of my favourite engines, the 997 GT3 engine!

https://reencars.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

09:29 - Driving modes for classic cars

13:36 - Choosing the base car

21:48 - What’s the plan for the car?

26:05 - Adjustability

51:35 - Engine and power mapping

57:29 - Tyre size

59:46 - Future plans

1:02:42 - Gauge cluster

1:05:23 - 5 questions

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It's been a while since I caught up with BAC and in this episode I visited them at their Manufacturing facility to see what they've been up to and the new Mono. We explore lots of the new details and manufacturing techniques making their way into this incredible single seater road car.

https://www.bac-mono.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

04:31 - 3D printing

11:02 - Manufacturing partners

13:53 - Custom wheels

16:35 - How has iterative design improved the car?

22:34 - Using a simulator for design

27:25 - Renewables and sports cars

44:25 - The new BAC Mono

49:08 - Future tech and challenges

51:47 - Custom carbon-fibre

54:22 - 5 questions

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Iain Tyrrell is the founder of Tyrrell's Classic Cars. Iain joins me to talk about his journey to date working on these incredible Italian machines. He's handled everything from engine tunes to full restorations but specialises in getting the mechanical parts right. Iain now has a very popular youtube channel where he deep dives into some of the cars he works on. We also cover Iain's other passion music and you can find his latest single "Take Time Out" on spotify, itunes ete.

https://iaintyrrell.co.uk/

https://www.youtube.com/@UC2pQT90JBqbMHSVLtbJBvyw

"Take Time Out" - Iain Tyrrell

https://open.spotify.com/album/3u0b36j8M3FX482Oss4Zmk?si=NeSNbPiiS9m3lWykSs9I1A

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

06:07 - Starting his own business

09:40 - Is it getting harder to work on old cars?

16:01 - Racing replicas, crashing 250 GTOs

23:45 - Restoring Italian cars

30:52 - The dream restoration

31:53 - Stand-out models to restore

37:21 - EV Chat

40:00 - Youtube success

42:47 - Restoring a boat

46:39 - Tuning a V12 by ear

53:35 - Iain’s music career

1:00:30 - Noises in cars

1:03:18 - Sourcing parts

1:12:29 - What is “right”?

1:14:52 - 5 questions

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Colin Belton is the founder of Ninemeister. A Porsche specialist with a particular focus on the air cooled cars and performance upgrades. Colin and I have a long discussion about his journey, Porsches, engines and much more.

Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/rRwiUh8PFY4

https://ninemeister.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

7:39 - Recent builds

12:47 - Brand ethos

19:47 - Mixing parts

34:07 - Mechanical quality

39:18 - Choosing a base

53:58 - The best 911 era

1:01:13 - 911K

1:02:48 - Cayman

1:08:03 - Engine development

1:12:52 - Track days

1:20:14 - 5 questions

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Phil McGovern joins me for a catchup and to discuss how things have evolved at Caffeine & Machine including the opening of their new site near to the Millbrook Bowl very soon.

https://caffeineandmachine.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:07 - Recap from last time

15:13 - eSports community and sim racing

19:45 - Speeding

23:31 - New premises

30:40 - The slammed scene

31:41 - I Love You, Man

42:40 - Current challenges

55:56 - 5 Questions

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Step into the world of Formula 1 with our guest, Rob Wilson. As the coach behind 70+ F1 drivers and many world champions, Rob reveals the nuances of pushing the best to become even better. With a storied racing career himself, he's a true giant in the motorsport arena. This was a real personal highlight for me.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/xZzu3HhXIOE

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

8:54 - Racing lairy cars

19:55 - Transitioning into oval racing

22:37 - Favourite racing series

29:27 - Developing a driving style

37:23 - Breaking down a lap

45:57 - Changes to Spa

48:51 - Driving modern race cars vs the classics

49:54 - Why is Max Verstappen so good?

54:44 - How to coach a champion

1:10:52 - Are F1 cars tailored to driving style?

1:12:56 - Slow vs fast corners

1:15:13 - Rob’s best driving tips

1:17:00 - 5 questions

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Michael Mallock, CEO of RML Group joins me to discuss what goes on at this high performance automotive engineering company. We dig a into the history of RML along with lots of the cool projects taken on for OEMs and now their own RML SWB.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/n-tRXjYx53c

https://rmlgroup.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

04:12 - Road car to race car development

08:26 - The Juke R

14:19 - British Touring Cars

17:17 - Nissan ZEOD

20:36 - Bespoke manufacturer projects

26:09 - The Short Wheelbase project

51:02 - Continuation series for manufacturers

58:04 - Working with EVs

1:12:21 - 5 Questions

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After a successful career in the business world and an extensive background in racing Nigel Redwood joined Revolution Race Cars as Head of Sales & Marketing to help sell rapid track weapons. We have a dig into his journey and also the nitty gritty details of the A-One 500SC and A-One 427 including what it's like to drive these cars.

https://www.revolutionracecars.com/

https://www.instagram.com/revolutionracecars/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

06:05 - Aerodynamics while cornering

08:59 - What are they like to drive?

15:51 - Longevity and design

25:22 - Selling to the USA

28:14 - Revolution vs Radical

32:53 - Carbon Tub & Safety

41:05 - Racing at Laguna Seca

45:41 - Evolution of the Revolution

55:56 - Future of Revolution

58:50 - Nigel’s background

1:01:31 - 5 Questions 

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Steve Drummond, founder of Electrogenic ( @ElectrogenicREV  ) joins me to talk about electrifying classic cars, some of the issues and the massive opportunities for converting powertrains.

Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/G9MKsk_6GVE

https://www.electrogenic.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/electrogenicrev/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

04:47 - Keeping up with technology changes

08:49 - Change in customer

14:34 - Range of cars and kits

28:01 - Battery tech and placement

36:20 - Export legislation

43:54 - Issues with charging

50:33 - EV in the military

57:01 - 5 questions

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This week, I'm thrilled to have James Densley from Tour De Force join me as we delve into the exhilarating world of running F1 cars. We'll explore the fascinating story behind the TDF/One, a remarkable creation that combines a genuine Formula 1 chassis with their powertrain. This innovation not only makes operating these powerful machines more accessible and affordable, but it also preserves their mind-boggling performance.

https://tdf.co.uk/tdfone/

https://www.instagram.com/powerbytdf/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

04:28 - What’s it like to be a F3 mechanic

10:20 - Working at Mercedes F1

17:06 - Transition away from F1

21:15 - F1 work-life balance and logistics

25:05 - Transforming TDF

35:39 - TDF ownership & G-forces

50:36 - F1 vs a TDF

56:22 - Packaging

57:58 - The TDF process

1:01:44 - Current F1 thoughts

1:08:59 - Custom steering wheel controls

1:11:02 - Working on old F1 cars

1:14:58 - Price and inclusions

1:22:55 - Safety

1:31:13 - The F1 market

1:41:49 - 5 Questions

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Peter Charters is the General Manager of Maserati North Europe, I cornered him at a drive event recently for a chat about what Maserati are up to at the moment.

Enjoy,

Sam

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Will Beaumont joins me for a chat about building a high end magazine and the life of a freelance automotive journalist.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/sFRxyNJF0to

https://werke.site/

https://www.instagram.com/_werke/

https://www.instagram.com/will_beaumont88/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

8:29 - Why go freelance?

22:51 - Finding content for the magazine

34:45 - How long does it take to start a magazine?

45:36 - How do magazines make money?

53:37 - Two versions of the same magazine

55:57 - BMW opportunities

59:57 - Current BMW thoughts

1:21:04 - What’s the best era for cars?

1:33:24 - 5 Questions

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More of a news based podcast this week with Sid North. Let me know if you like this format and want some more.

Follow Sid: https://www.instagram.com/sid.north/

Cheers,

Sam

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Paul Cockell, the founder of 911 Rennsport joins me to talk all about his business making amazing 911 restomods. We've just been out for a drive in his demo and sit down for a chat about his journey and the cars along the way.

https://www.instagram.com/911rennsport/

https://www.911rennsport.co.uk/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

11:40 - Customisation

16:19 - What’s the process?

29:26 - Paul’s collection

34:33 - Rennsport upgrades & development

38:24 - Sourcing parts

42:45 - G-series vs 964

46:45 - What makes a good restomod?

50:56 - What’s the future for Rennsport?

56:53 - 5 Questions

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Sam/ Seen Through Glass is back on the podcast for a catchup. We talk all about his journey with his 996, his new GT3. Life, podcasting and more.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/LbDeuEUgYVk

Check out Sam:

https://www.youtube.com/user/seenthroughglass

https://instagram.com/seenthroughglass

Enjoy,

Sam

0:00 - Intro

1:24 - Are we journalists?

11:09 - Porsche experiences

19:15 - The GT3

27:22 - The 996

30:58 - Sam’s adventures

31:36 - The future of transport

51:55 - Driving the Purosangue

1:01:25 - 5 Questions

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I popped in for a catch up with Adam Hawley of Theon Design about what they've been up to since I last saw them in 2020.

Check out the longer episode we did: https://youtu.be/doabOYQl8CM (episode 61)

https://theondesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/theonporsche/?hl=en

Enjoy,

Sam

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In this we sit down with Tom Callow, a leading expert in the world of electric vehicles and the Head of Corporate Communications at Myenergi. Join us as we delve into the world of EVs, from discussing the difference between being a petrolhead and a car enthusiast, to exploring what happens when you run out of battery and how to rent out your home charger. We also learn about the lingo used in the industry and discover that bigger EVs are not always less efficient. Tom shares his insights on the decreasing cost of EVs and provides a detailed look into Myenergi's innovative products and services. Finally, we discuss the impact of EV chargers on the grid and end the episode with our 5 Questions segment.

https://www.myenergi.com/

https://twitter.com/au_tom_otive

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

7:12 - Petrolhead vs Car Enthusiast

19:37 - What happens when you run out of battery?

30:21 - Rent out your home charger

44:03 - Learning the lingo

1:01:18 - Bigger EVs are more efficient?

1:24:20 - EVs are getting cheaper

1:38:52 - MyEnergy

1:49:43 - EV Chargers and the grid

2:03:21 - 5 Questions

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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Alain Visser, CEO of Lynk & Co, an innovative automotive brand that aims to revolutionize the traditional car ownership model. In this thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the concept of sustainability in car manufacturing and ownership, and how Lynk & Co is addressing this crucial issue by making car usage more efficient and practical.

Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/YS2huzjhg2o

We also explore the prevailing perception that more options equate to better choices, and how Lynk & Co's simplified approach to car options challenges this notion. Alain shares valuable insights on the benefits of their car lending system, which allows for a more collaborative and cost-effective approach to car ownership.

Enjoy,

Sam

https://www.lynkco.com/en

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

3:57 - Lynk & Co

18:55 - Simplifying car options

22:11 - Pricing and insurance

32:15 - Where do the cars come from?

34:15 - The clubs

46:32 - 5 Questions

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In this episode, we chat with Matas Buzelis about the automotive industry and how technology is impacting the way we handle and report on vehicle data. Matas shares insights on clocking an odometer, the importance of tracking damage history, and whether service reports should be digitized. We also delve into the challenges of reporting on EV battery information and explore the work of the Association of Automotive Intelligence.

https://www.carvertical.com/

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

9:22 - Clocking an Odometer

15:39 - Damage history

33:35 - Should we digitise service reports?

46:29 - EV Battery information for reports

1:02:36 - Association of Automotive Intelligence

1:05:41 - 5 Questions 

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In this episode of Car Chat, we sit down with Jonny Cocker of JCR Developments to dive deep into the world of Porsche modifications and development. From the Porsche 911 Speedster to the 992 GT2RS, Jonny shares his expertise on the mods that make these cars even more impressive. He also talks about the challenges of sourcing development cars and the benefits of using Manthey kits.

https://jcr-developments.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jcr_developments/

As the conversation progresses, we take a look at the new GT3RS and next-gen hypercars. Jonny also discusses the importance of lowered seat frames and spring kits in enhancing the driving experience in the Yaris GR.

But the discussion doesn't stop there. Jonny shares his insights on future Porsche projects, the modifications made to the iconic 918, and the tools used in testing, including the centrelock wheel gun and tyre choice.

To wrap things up, we ask Jonny the five questions.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

2:50 - 911 Speedster Mods

11:30 - 992 GT2RS Mods

21:17 - Sourcing development cars

24:21 - Manthey kits

30:33 - The new GT3RS

37:41 - Next gen hypercars

47:01 - Lowered seat frames

49:52 - Spring kits

59:02 - Future Porsche projects

1:03:17 - 918 mods

1:05:45 - Centrelock wheel gun

1:11:57 - Tyre choice for testing

1:16:25 - 5 Questions

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Sid North is back on the podcast, a presenter, youtuber and car fanatic. We have a good old chat about what he's been up to and some of the interesting cars he's been driving.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNbCtCG7BowpRvDSMI_ZR1w

https://www.instagram.com/sid.north/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:49 - Catch up

07:39 - Cars are expensive

13:43 - Do manufacturers’ care about warranty?

25:27 - 5th Gear Recharged

33:45 - Hybrids vs PHEV

35:00 - EV Chat

47:12 - Sid pre-judges a Maserati

49:27 - The problem with the C63...

58:35 - 4 models for every manufacturer challenge

1:09:46 - Suspension change candidates

1:21:01 - Where are the fun cars?

1:25:25 - Sid driving silly cars

1:40:37 - 5 Questions 

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In this episode, we chat with Mark Harrison, Managing Director at Praga Cars UK, about what it takes to create a successful automotive brand. From working with journalists and YouTubers to the Praga Bohema. We delve into this new car and see what it's all about.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:25 - Working with Journalists

16:27 - Working with Youtubers

36:16 - The Bohema

1:00:08 - 5 Questions 

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In this episode, we sit down with Ed Bernardon, Vice President of Strategic Automotive Initiatives at Siemens, to explore the intersection of automotive engineering and technology. Ed shares his insights on designing carbon fiber for F1 racing, the latest developments in autonomous vehicles, and how Siemens is shaping the future of city transportation. He also takes us through his experience working at Siemens and shares his perspectives on town planning for cars.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

9:15 - Designing Carbon Fiber for F1

17:12 - Working at Siemens

24:51 - Town Planning for Cars

34:39 - Autonomous Vehicles

1:18:27 - City Modes of Transportation

1:36:08 - 5 Questions 

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Join us as we chat with rally driver Chris Ingram, the 2019 European Rally Champion, as he shares his journey and experiences in the thrilling world of rally racing. From securing sponsorship to developing his rally driving style, Chris takes us through the ins and outs of the sport. He reveals the intricacies of making pace notes, the differences in rally cars, and the costs involved in the sport. We also explore the exhilaration of rallying as a spectator sport and the adrenaline-pumping moments of wild moves and gymkhana. Chris also shares his fitness regime and how he copes with racing with a puncture before finishing up with our 5 usual questions.

Enjoy,

Sam

Recorded Nov '22

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

08:15 - Getting Sponsorship

13:21 - Rally Driving Style

16:24 - Making Pace Notes

30:28 - Differences in Rally Cars

34:46 - Rally as a Spectator Sport

37:47 - The Costs

41:25 - Wild Moves & Gymkhana

50:41 -The Crowds

57:38 - Fitness Training

1:08:06 - Racing with a Puncture

1:26:04 - 5 Questions 

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Join us for an exclusive interview with automotive design legend Ian Callum, as we delve into his creative process and explore some of his most iconic designs. From the Nissan LM GT1 to Callum Designs, Ian shares insights on how he approaches car design and how design tools have evolved over the years. We also discuss the timelessness of car design and take a peek at Ian's personal collection. All this, plus five rapid-fire questions to round out the episode. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of the masters of the automotive world!

https://www.callumdesigns.com/

Instagram: iscallum

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

05:03 - Creative Process

12:22 - Nissan LM GT1

21:10 - How does car design age?

29:55 - How do design tools change how you design? 

38:43 - Callum Designs

48:23 - Ian’s Collection

56:20 - 5 Questions 

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On this episode of the show, we're joined by automotive journalist Dan Prosser to discuss a range of topics in the world of cars. We start off by chatting about the new Intercooler website and what it has to offer car enthusiasts. Then, we delve into the world of podcasting and discuss the ins and outs of building a successful show.

Later in the episode, Dan shares his thoughts on building a YouTube brand and the importance of staying authentic and true to your own voice. We also discuss the differences between the 765LT and P1, and the new GT3RS.

For car racing fans, we delve into the topic of using a sim to learn racing and the benefits it can offer. We also compare the GT3 and GT4RS and discuss their respective strengths and weaknesses.

We wrap up the show by paying tribute to the recently retired Fiesta ST and discussing Sam's new electric vehicle. This episode is packed with insights and information for car enthusiasts of all kinds. Don't miss it!

https://www.instagram.com/danpross86/

https://www.the-intercooler.com/

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

07:23 - The new Intercooler website 

10:13 - Podcasting

23:13 - Building a Youtube brand

33:06 - 765LT vs P1

44:02 - The New GT3RS

1:13:46 - Using a Sim to learn racing 

1:27:19 - GT3 vs GT4RS

1:34:15 - RIP Fiesta ST & Sam’s New EV 

2:08:36 - 5 Questions

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Phil Morrison (@philmorrisondw) is the founder of Driftworks (@driftworks), a specialist street & racecar parts shop. Phil and the team have built some incredibly cool drift and road cars along the way including:

- DW86 - An AE86 extensively modified and wide-bodied with a 720bhp 7.4L LSX V8 drift build.

- A V10 Swapped E46 M3

- E30 M3 Track Car with an S65 V8 in it.

- RWB Promodet 964 Porsche Turbo

- GT1 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640

- And much much more

Tune in to hear Phil talk all about his journey, building Driftworks, competing in drifting, building and choosing his personal cars and lots of Porsche chat along the way as well. 

https://www.driftworks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/driftworks/

https://www.instagram.com/philmorrisondw/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

10:56 - Getting Started in Drifting

19:51 - The DW86

31:51 - Driving Drift Cars vs “Normal” Cars 

33:40 - The GT3

46:11 - Phil’s Collection

56:10 - The Murcielago GT1

1:07:29 - The YouTube Channel and Car Shows 

1:29:35 - 5 Questions

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Ollie Marriage (@olliemarriage)  is Head of Car Testing at BBC Top Gear. He joins me for a chat about his journey and some of the awesome cars he's driven along the way. Everything from an LMP1 car (how epic is that) to fully on rally cars, there is something for everyone in here. 

https://www.instagram.com/olliemarriage/

https://www.topgear.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

15:12 - Review Process

24:30 - Career Continued

28:42 - Writing Style Between Magazines

42:15 - Does the Experience Warp the Review? 

48:15 - COTY

57:24 - Driving an LMP1 Car

1:08:59 - James Dean’s M3

1:16:41 - 5 Questions 

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I popped in to see Sam Bailey, founder of  @slshopuk . SL Shop is a specialist focusing on the Mercedes SL doing everything from sales, restorations through to their own restomods. Sam is a serious car fanatic, we don't just discuss Mercedes and the business (although we cover most things you need to know about the various SLs). We also discuss his racing in Caterhams, a selection of the driver's cars he owns (lots of goodies in here) and the fact both of us have chosen an E63s wagon as our daily!

Plenty for everyone so have a listen. 

https://www.theslshop.com/

https://www.instagram.com/slshopuk/ 

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

12:41 - The SL Models

20:27 - Working on Electronics and Old Parts

28:27 - What’s Hard to Restore?

35:41 - The Favourite SL

45:06 - Racing Experiences

56:24 - Customer Demographics

1:02:47 - 5 Questions

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OIllie Preston, Technical Director of RPM Technik joins me to talk about his journey and all things Porsche. We have a dig into what it was like building a business from a single ramp all the way through to the multi building setup it is  today. We don't just cover what RPM do (although they do ALOT, they will even put back seats in your GT3) but we also cover aftermarket tuning and restomods such as Singer and RUF. There is so much 911 chat in here it's possibly too much (is that possible tho...). 

https://rpmtechnik.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/rpmtechnik/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

06:54 - Growing a business & team

18:15 - Aftermarket tuning and the 964 progression 

23:29 - Singer vs RUF

30:46 - RPM in-house work

37:44 - On track experiences

43:13 - Most popular upgrades

54:08 - 911 eras

1:05:24 - Gearing changes

1:08:42 - 5 Questions

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Justin Bell is a Racing Driver, TV And Web Show Host. Son of the famous racing legend Derek Bell. We talk about what it was like growing up with such a famous father and the journey he has taken along the way. From racing at Le Mans in fire spitting Vipers to his more creative side putting together TV shows and his passion alongside - photography. 

Justin's Life With Legends podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-with-legends/id1633151527

https://www.instagram.com/leicaracer/

https://www.instagram.com/justinbelltv/

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

12:05 - Is racing cars a sport?

23:38 - Sim vs track experience 

31:01 - Justin’s racing history

47:28 - Starting in TV

57:54 - The impact of Drive to Survive 

1:09:20 - 5 Questions

1:20:34 - Camera Chat Podcast 

1:26:22 - Life With Legends Podcast 

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I knew very little about WRC so when I got the chance to attend Rally Spain with Toyota UK I grabbed my local expert (Chris Rawes) and we had a chat about how it all works. A big shoutout to Chris and also Toyota for enabling this to happen.

https://www.instagram.com/chrisrawes/

https://www.toyota.co.uk/discover-toyota/toyota-gazoo-racing/world-rally-championship

Enjoy, 

Sam 

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Director of Design, Nathan Malinick joins me to talk all about the Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster launched at the Quail.

https://www.hennesseyperformance.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

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David Lickfold - Director, Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics at Lucid Motors joins me to talk about the new Lucid Air Sapphire shown at The Quail. We have a chat about Lucid, EVs and some of the interesting things you can do with electric motors.

https://www.lucidmotors.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

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Richard Tuthill joins me to talk about his latest build "The 911K". We dig into some of the specs and have a walk around the car. It's pretty special.

https://www.tuthillporsche.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam

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Amjad Ali is the technical director for Guntherwerks. Amjad walked me around their new Project Tornado;  a RWD turbocharged manual 993 beast.

https://www.guntherwerks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/guntherwerks/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

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I have a sit down with Jens Sverdrup, Chairman and CCO of Zenvo Automotive to get the low down on their new car coming in the not too distant future. It's a pretty epic design and I very much enjoyed hearing more.

https://zenvoautomotive.com/

https://www.instagram.com/zenvoautomotive/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

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This week I caught up with Luke Sutton of Clive Sutton. We have a good chat about the massive variety of cars they deal with. From straight up sales to American imports, RHD conversions, customisation work, bespoke Mercedes VIP Class Program, Bespoke LEVC London Taxi, restoration, tuning and much much more.

Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/Ipc2m9WVwyI

https://www.clivesutton.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/clivesutton/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

08:03 - Importing US Cars 

27:49 - Custom Builds 

34:45 - Modifying New Cars 

40:52 - The Sutton Taxi 

55:28 - Converted V-Class 

1:18:45 - RHD Conversions 

1:26:29 - 5 Questions

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David Lorenz (Founder & CEO) of Lunaz joins us to talk through his journey and all about Lunaz Design and Lunaz Applied Technologies. Lunaz re-engineers luxury vehicles into electric form and also creates the world's first upcycled electric vehicles for industrial purposes.

https://lunaz.design/

https://www.instagram.com/lunazdesign/

https://www.instagram.com/lunaztech/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

12:02 - The Development Process

19:02 - Modernising Classic Cars

32:49 - Restoring Cars on a Production Line 

52:12 - Petrol to Electric Adaptation

1:03:51 - Commercial EVs

1:16:14 - Tech Advancement

1:21:15 - Efficiency

1:38:44 - 5 Questions 

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Simon Saunders, Founder and Director of Ariel Motor Company  joins us to talk all about his journey and the cars along the way.

https://www.arielmotor.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/arielmotorcompany/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

06:22 - Developing the Atom

15:51 - The Atom Engine

23:15 - Revisions and Progression 

34:57 - Atom V8

47:23 - 5 Questions 

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Alberto, founder of Roadstr App joins me to talk about their vision and creating an app to make events and car related activities much easier to find.

https://www.instagram.com/roadstr_app/

https://www.roadstr.io/

Enjoy,

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

03:49 - App Building Process

09:28 - Sam’s Experience with Roadstr 

23:48 - Main Regions Using The App 

35:20 - Businesses on Roadstr

40:21 - Future Features

48:02 - 5 Questions

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Colin Hoad of CAT Driver Training joins me this week to talk all about the mechanics of driving effectively on track and road, Colin comes at the process from a very engineering focused angle and really digs into the nitty gritty bits of psychology and technique.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/rKdgVNKFBl8

https://catdrivertraining.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/catdt/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

09:38 - Oval & C1 Racing

34:26 - Learning On-Track Techniques

57:21 - On-Track Psychology

1:40:22 - Process and Preparation

1:53:07 - Sam’s Radical Experiences

2:14:43 - How Do You Teach Driving Dynamics? 

2:42:35 - Testing at the Nurburgring

2:54:20 - 5 Questions

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This year I went along to the Supercardriver Secret Meet and decided that I'd try out a new format for the podcast. I packed up some mics and grabbed a few people at the event to chat to.

https://www.supercar-driver.com

https://www.instagram.com/shmee150/

https://rpmtechnik.co.uk/

https://www.romansinternational.com/

https://www.litchfieldmotors.com/

https://www.dkeng.co.uk/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 = Intro

00:35 = Shmee150

05:01 = Iain Litchfield

11:41 = Tom Jaconelli - Romans

17:54 = Matt & Jonny

24:34 = Greig Daly - RPM Technik

34:01 = James Cottingham - DK Engineering

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Richard Tuthill joins me to talk all about Tuthill Porsche, his journey and lots of the cool projects along the way.

https://www.tuthillporsche.com/

https://www.instagram.com/tuthillporsche/

Enjoy

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

07:48 - The Rally Racing Experience

18:36 - Rally vs On Track

25:26 - Ice Driving

47:23 - Ken Block x Tuthill Safari

56:04 - Singer x Tuthill

1:08:21 - The Logistics of Rallying in Africa 

1:18:36 - The Future of Tuthill

1:22:43 - 5 Questions

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Matt Prior joins us again from Autocar to talk about all things cars.

Check out the video: https://youtu.be/STbQ9kiYX7U

https://www.instagram.com/automattictransmission/

https://www.autocar.com

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

08:54 - Driving ALL the Restomods

20:50 - Current Crop of Super Cars & EV’s 

53:43 - Recent Autocar Articles

1:19:16 - Future Classics

1:44:58 - 5 Questions

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Marcus Holland (@marcus.l.holland) joins us from E Type UK to talk about starting an E Type business and building their own restomod Jaguar E Type - The Unleashed.

https://etypeuk.com/

https://www.instagram.com/marcus.l.holland/

https://www.instagram.com/etype_uk/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

16:04 - Starting and Operating E Type UK 

30:45 - The Evolution of Restoration

43:51 - Are we at peak E Type?

1:05:18 - The Unleashed

1:41:44 - 5 Questions

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David Twohig (@David__Twohig) is an automotive engineer who had a hand in Nissan Qashqai I, Renault ZOE I, Alpine A110, BYTON M-BYTE and others. We have a chat about engineering, a deep dive into David's various projects, EVs and of course a heavy look at the Alpine A110.

Check out David's Book: https://amzn.to/3QkAWlR

https://www.instagram.com/david__twohig/

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/UqEF3ywWBj4

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes

0:00 - Intro

10:49 - Managing an Automotive Production Team 

16:49 - The Nissan Qashqai

20:41 - Tokyo Drift Adventures

26:34 - Making a Modern Car to a Cost

41:09 - Starting a Car Brand from Scratch

45:23 - Working at Renault

56:58 - The Future of EV

1:20:56 - Working at Alpine

1:47:00 - Waymo & Autonomous Driving

2:04:47 - 5 Questions

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Jason Torchinsky joins us from the States to talk about his journey (previously at Jalopnik) and his new website - The Autopian.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/1eoSDyM90-w

https://www.theautopian.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jasontorch/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

22:38 - Working at Jalopnik

47:32 - Starting The Autopian

58:35 - How do you run a website like The Autopian? 

1:08:03 - US vs UK Car Culture (and other things) 

1:22:56 - Jason’s Book, “Robot, Take The Wheel” 

1:47:20 - 5 Questions

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Thomas Yates - Managing Director of McMurtry Automotive joins us to talk about his journey, working at Mercedes F1 and the McMurtry Speirling.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/zwF7jLVWqdM

https://www.instagram.com/mcmurtryautomotive

https://mcmurtry.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

16:57 - Developing an F1 Car

22:07 - Starting McMurtry Automotive

43:07 - How does the Speirling Compare? 

48:01 - The Battery System

1:04:14 - The Future of McMurtry Automotive 

1:25:18 - 5 Questions 

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Charles Fawcett (@charlesrfawcett)of Twisted Automotive joins us to talk about their journey building brilliant Land Rover Defenders with a variety of powertrains.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/l1I3eRP4Cj8

https://www.instagram.com/twisted_automotive/

https://www.twistedautomotive.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

17:45 - The Ethos of Twisted

26:57 - Sourcing of Staff

37:13 - The Buying Process

53:08 - The Twisted Models

1:19:02 - Differences in Regional Customers 

1:27:15 - 5 Questions

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Callum Seviour (@retropower_cal) is one of the founders (two brothers) of Retropower. A company building high end bespoke restomods. We have a chat about their journey, building custom restomods and some of the cars along the way.

https://www.instagram.com/retropowercars/

https://retropower.co.uk/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

12:40 - Attention to Detail & The Process 

33:36 - Choosing the Projects

46:20 - Engine Swapping a Classic 

56:25 - Interiors

1:12:21 - The Redux Series

1:18:19 - 5 Questions

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Lawrence Whittaker, MD of Lister Cars and CEO of Warrantywise joins me on the podcast to talk all about Lister Cars, his passion and a bit about warranties.

https://www.lister.com/

https://www.instagram.com/listercars/

https://www.warrantywise.co.uk/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

12:03 - The Vision for Lister

28:55 - Making the Modern Lister

41:50 - Will Lister Work on EV’s?

48:30 - Warranty and Reliability of Tesla’s

1:02:08 - The Challenges of Reviving a Car Brand 

1:12:23 - Warrantywise

1:39:45 - 5 Questions

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Sandy Copeman is the founder of Amalgam Collection, a company responsible for making the most insanely detailed and high quality models you can find.

Check out the video: https://youtu.be/lltr09SKwHk

https://www.instagram.com/amalgamcollectionmodels/

https://www.amalgamcollection.com/

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

06:45 - How do you start a model build?

15:22 - How much detail is in a model?

20:02 - Cool experiences through model making

31:31 - The Ferrari partnership

36:58 - The Model Making Process

59:18 - Materials used in the models

1:08:52 - Challenges in model making

1:15:03 - Custom order models

1:25:16 - 5 Questions

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Jonathan Benson ( @Tyre Reviews ) is the man behind Tyre Reviews - a website devoted to rigorous tyre testing. We dig into Jonathan’s journey, dispel some common myths and learn all about tyres.

https://www.instagram.com/tyre_reviews/

https://www.tyrereviews.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

7:20 - How do tyre reviews work?

20:25 - What cars do you use?

24:28 - Factors that affect grip

1:10:33 - Winter Tyres vs All-Weather Tyres 

1:31:12 - Studded vs Non-studded tyres 

1:42:27 - 5 Questions

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Peter Greaves (@petrol_ped) is an automotive youtuber and returns to the podcast for a catchup and discussion about what he's been up to.

Watch the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/ivb8M1Z9rwo

Previous episodes: ep.19 + ep.91

https://www.instagram.com/petrol_ped/

https://www.youtube.com/c/PetrolPed

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro & Catch Up

06:22 - Constantly Changing Cars in Automotive Media 

18:26 - Working with The Market

35:10 - Sam & Peter’s Recent Drives

1:07:15 - The EV/PHEV Landscape

1:37:10 - Sim Racing

1:44:25 - Vintage Voltage

2:06:19 - 5ish Questions 

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Simon Owen (Director and grandson of Sir Alfred Owen, BRM’s original proprietor who bought BRM in 1952) joins us to discuss bringing back the amazing BRM V16 and the revival of the iconic British Racing Motors brand.

https://www.britishracingmotors.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/britishracingmotors/

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro & BRM History

19:22 - Remaking the BRM V16

32:54 - The 1.5L V16 Engine

44:49 - Highlights of the Remaking Process 

50:35 - 5 Questions

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Dan Redpath is the group Sales & Marketing Director for Radical Sportscars, he joins me on the podcast after I've spent a day testing the Radical SR10 racecar. We have a chat about all things lightweight sports cars and the radical offerings.

https://www.radicalmotorsport.com/

https://www.instagram.com/radical_sportscars/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

12:28 - How has marketing budgets changed? 

22:24 - The Radical SR Lineup

38:18 - Driving the SR10

50:14 - The Radical RXC Lineup

1:02:10 - The Radical Buying Journey

1:11:16 - The Different Radical Markets 

1:18:34 - 5 Questions

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Morgan has redesigned the 3 Wheeler, I had a look around the car and then a chat with Head of Design Jonathan Wells (@mrjonwells)

https://www.morgan-motor.com/

https://www.instagram.com/morganmotor/

Enjoy, 

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro & The Morgan Super 3

07:19 - Customer Feedback Driving Design 

16:28 - New System Designs

36:42 - Dynamics & Performance

44:03 - Morgan “Firsts”

1:03:40 - 5 Questions

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Simon Owen joins us from Scalextric to talk about slot cars and what Scalextric is up to at the moment.

https://www.instagram.com/officialscalextric/

https://uk.scalextric.com/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

04:32 - The design behind Scalextric cars 

09:07 - The best community builds

15:20 - Getting brand deals for scale cars 

26:55 - Attending motorsport events 

42:36 - The 2021 F1 season

50:04 - Turning a real car into a model 

58:07 - Simon’s track-day car

1:07:59 - 5 Questions

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Eugenio Amos (@automobili_amos) is a car builder, collector and the founder of Automobiliamos and the man responsible for the Lancia Delta Integrale Futurista and now Safarista. We have a chat about his car journey, racing GT3 cars, Safari Rallies and building his perfect Integrale.

https://automobiliamos.it/

https://instagram.com/automobili_amos

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

06:55 - What are rally raid events like? 

11:15 - Thoughts on road cars after racing 

13:05 -F40 Ownership

17:29 - Automobili Amos

23:49 - The AA Safarista

31:21 - Racing old cars

36:00 - Ressence Watch Collaboration 47:08 - Thoughts on Modern Cars

52:58 - 5 Questions 

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James Clark of Toyota & Lexus UK joins me on the podcast to talk about his journey, what's going on with Toyota and Lexus, the ins and outs of working with the media, press launches and much more.

Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/9iCxfb11SYU

https://www.toyota.co.uk/

https://www.lexus.co.uk/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:19 - How to Enter the Automotive Industry and Connecting with PR

21:21 - The Day-to-Day of Automotive PR

25:06 - Handling Media Feedback

34:47 - The Changing Media Forms for PR

52:08 - The GR Yaris

1:09:43 - Future Models

1:18:06 - 5 Questions

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Tusco Cavalli is the founder of Officine Fioravanti and the man responsible for their Ferrari Testarossa restomod. A complete ground up re-look at the Testarossa.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/xH_yQ-l96mw

https://www.instagram.com/officinefioravanti/

https://officinefioravanti.com/testarossa-officine-fioravanti/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

05:44 - The Officine Fiovaranti Testarossa

19:23 - Suspension and Geometry Changes

28:24 - Interior Changes

40:37 - Audio Changes

44:31 - Engine Changes

59:21 - Bodywork Improvements

1:08:05 - 5 (Extended) Questions

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David Lane is the founder of Oshe Design and Workshop Seventy7 - a specialist classic car build and restoration workshop. David joins us to talk about his journey to starting the business, his love of cars and all of the projects along the way and in the future. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/clkJOzFJQlo

https://workshopseventy7.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/workshopseventy7/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

10:39 - Lessons Learned From Workshop Seventy7

24:24 - Impact of Geometry Changes

46:29 - Oshe Design

1:01:39 - Moving into a New Space

1:10:44 - What’s the Future of Oshe Design

1:19:54 - Building Motorbikes vs Cars

1:32:56 - 5 Questions

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Andrew Frankel (@frankelandrew) is back on the podcast to talk about a bunch of cars he's driven in the last year and the development and evolution of The Intercooler.  Andrew was first on the podcast for episode 73 so have a listen to that to hear about his journey up till now.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/z5zz-jGBVbk

https://www.theintercooler.co.uk/

https://www.instagram.com/theintercooler/

Enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes

00:00 - Intro & The Intercooler

25:40 - Intercooler Track Day & Track Etiquette

41:53 - Driving a Jaguar XJR9

48:00 - Buying and Owning a Caterham

1:02:22 - 5-ish Questions

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Merlin (@dukeoflondon) is the boss of Duke Of London - a classic car hub in west London. We have a catch up about the evolution of the business during the pandemic and Merlin’s latest purchase. To hear Merlin’s story tune back to episode 26.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/it0LH3XybSo

https://instagram.com/duke_of_london

https://www.dukeoflondon.co.uk/

Enjoy,

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

05:08 - Growing a Business Through the Pandemic

16:00 - Starting a Showroom and Growing a Community

30:05 - Hosting Events

40:23 - Merlin’s Garage

58:55 - Attending Goodwood

1:02:43 - Current State of the Car Market

1:16:20 - 5 Questions

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Sergio De Michele is the Managing Director of Fire Safety Stick in the UK and an expert in all things fire safety. He's on the podcast to talk about his product the fire safety stick and also explain a bit more about fire safety in general.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/HFvQ8UlAe0E

Enjoy,

Sam

https://firesafetystick.com/

https://www.instagram.com/firesafetystick/

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

06:56 - Fire Safety Stick vs Conventional Fire Extinguishers

22:04 - In-car Fire Suppression Systems

24:26 - FSS Longevity and Effectiveness

38:15 - Sergio’s Garage - Model 3, Performante

53:40 - 5 Questions

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Nabil Naamo of Topaz Detailing joined me for a catchup. It's been a while since I caught up with Topaz Detailing and they really have taken things to another level, changing the colour on a McLaren F1 and doing some insanely bespoke projects such as a Porsche GT2 RS. Go check out episode 8 for the story behind the business and to hear from Mazin Naamo as well.

Check out the video: https://youtu.be/S5aDTuZdp_8

https://topazdetailing.com/

https://www.instagram.com/topazdetailing/

Hope you enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

01:16 - Topaz Skin

09:56 - Working on Unique Cars and Projects

24:56 - Opening New Topaz Premises

33:00 - Finding the Right People

39:14 - What Manufacturer has the Best Paint

45:51 - What’s in Nabil’s Garage

56:54 - 5 Questions

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Alex (@autoalex) is back on the podcast to talk about what he's been up to in the last year including the offroad Toyota MR2, big engined MX5s and much more. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/sh_aDyEO9ec

https://www.instagram.com/autoalex

https://www.youtube.com/c/CarThrottle

Hope you enjoy, 

Sam 

00:00 - Intro

04:09 - The Best Budget Cars

10:49 - Car Throttle Videos of 2021

22:13 - Alex’s Rocketeer MX5, Phil

30:03 - Car Throttle Loan Cars

49:22 - Riding Motorbikes and Safety

1:04:01 - Working From Home & Starting a Podcast

1:16:43 - 5 Questions

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Ian is the Head Of Design and Co-Founder of the Briggs Automotive Company, responsible for the single seater road car the Mono. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/lzv_zu2Kxw0

https://www.bac-mono.com/

https://www.instagram.com/discovermono/

Hope you enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

07:13 - Studying Automotive Design

24:40 - Starting BAC & Making the First Single Seater Road Car

38:39 - THE BAC Models

44:01 - Designing a Car for a Purpose

49:05 - Basing in Germany

52:05 - 5 Questions

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Tom Jaconelli of  @Romans International joins us to talk about a bunch of the new cars released this week and discuss the state of the car market. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/pHmn9pbaBAY

https://www.romansinternational.com/

Hope you enjoy, 

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 = Intro

01:16 = 992 GT3

03:15 = Cayman GT4 RS

10:40 = New Range Rover Vogue

23:18 = Rolls Royce Ghost Black Badge

28:18 = New Mercedes AMG SL

37:04 = What's the state of the current car market?

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David Brown of  @David Brown Automotive Limited joins us on the podcast to tell us about his journey and the cars along the way such as the Speedback GT and the Mini.

https://www.davidbrownautomotive.com/

https://www.instagram.com/davidbrownautomotive/

Hope you enjoy,

Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

06:06 - The Peking to Paris Rally in a Rolls Royce

13:13 - David Brown Automotive & The Speedback GT

37:39 - The Mini Remastered

50:24 - Challenges of Working With a Mini

54:42 - The Oselli Edition

1:02:15 - The Future of DBA

1:04:10 - 5 Questions

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Jonathan Wells is the Head of Design at Morgan Cars, we have a chat about how he got into the industry and the new Morgan CX-T. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/k3cqsE9v9Jw

https://www.instagram.com/morganmotor/

https://www.morgan-motor.com/

Hope you enjoy,

Sam

Support The Podcast:

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

02:54 - Getting into Car Design

05:53 - Bringing Modern Design into Morgan

11:05 - The EV3

19:18 - The CX Platform

30:09 - The CXT

43:49 - Designing Around Regulations and Constraints

49:32 - Hiding Modern Features in a Heritage Design

1:00:03 - 5 Questions

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Ant Anstead (@ant_anstead) is a car builder and tv host, he joins us to talk about his company Radford Cars and their new Lotus 62-2 coachbuilt by Radford.

Watch the youtube version here: https://youtu.be/Vejam_NiYf0

https://radford.co/

https://www.instagram.com/radfordmotors/

Hope You Enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

07:12 - Becoming the “TV Mechanic”

17:09 - The Start of Radford Cars

30:32 - The P62 Design

39:00 - The Next Radford

41:40 - 5 Questions

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George (@gfwilliams) is an Automotive Photographer who I've known for a long time. He's shot for a variety of manufacturers and focuses on high end cars. We have a chat about how he got into the industry and all of the cars along the way including his heavily modified Lotus Exige. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/woGDpTZHIrE

https://www.instagram.com/gfwilliams/

https://gfwilliams.net/

Hope You Enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:06 - “That” P1 Photoshoot

04:42 - Getting into Photography

10:22 - Retouching Photos

15:33 - Evolution of Editing Style

22:55 - How to Start in Car Photography

27:07 - Camera Gear

45:43 - Making YouTube Videos

54:47 - Driving a Lotus Exige

1:11:08 - Changing Cars vs Modifying a Car

1:22:11 - Favourite Road Trips

1:29:09 - 5 Car Garage

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It's time for Season 3 of the Car Chat Podcast to come to an end. We are having a bit of a break and will be back on October 4th.

Cheers,

Sam

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Justin Lunny Is the founder of Everrati -  a company that modifies existing classic and iconic cars to electric. They have a variety of models ranging from a Porsche 964 911 to a Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/5jUKVR2Qli4

https://www.everrati.com/

https://www.instagram.com/everraticars/

Hope you enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes:

01:24 - Starting Everrati

04:24 - Restoring and Designing the Cars

12:43 - Batteries and Powertrain

19:48 - The Drivetrain Experience

22:37 - Living with an EV

30:10 - Everrati Range

34:10 - Battery Location & Optimisation

40:31 - The Future of EV Tech

46:51 - Justin’s Garage

49:42 - Technology Designers Becoming EV Designers

58:23 - 5 Questions

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Jonathan Ward of Icon 4x4 (@icon4x4) is on the podcast to talk about restomodding classic cars. A man of many fascinations, from pristine authentic restorations to adopting the latest aerospace tech and hand made leather goods. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/4LCn0QSoOLM

https://icon4x4.com/

https://www.instagram.com/icon4x4/

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Sam

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

12:10 - Starting TLC 4x4 & ICON 4x4

19:59 - Jonathan’s Design Process

30:57 - ICON Design Philosophy and Process

51:21 - Jonathan’s Side Projects

1:04:37 - Being a Craftsman in the Modern Era

1:27:49 - Building a Team

1:40:22 - 5 Questions

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Ben is the CEO of The Little Car Company (@little.cars). They make a variety of special small electric cars including the Bugatti Baby, Aston Martin DB5 Junior and the newly announced Ferrari Testa Rossa J.

Check out the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/ERbyPWc974Q

https://thelittlecar.co/

https://www.instagram.com/little.cars/

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

03:20 - How Did The Little Car Company Start?

10:42 - The Powertrains and Testing

19:29 - What Do Owners Do With Them?

25:06 - Driving Characteristics and Tyre Sourcing

35:18 - The Tamiya Wild One MAX

42:00 - The Ferrari Testa Rossa J

54:34 - 5 Questions (and how Ben got into a British Ski Team..?

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Freddy Page Roberts is on the podcast to talk about the new Page Roberts design for an EV promising a big increase in range. Check out the video podcast: https://youtu.be/GqtnGCpI5_Q

https://www.page-roberts.com/

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Sam 

Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

02:54 - The Page-Roberts Automotive Design

08:04 - Battery Layout and Design Philosophy

20:32 - The Alternatives to Petrol

22:50 - Sports Car EVs

28:33 - What is the Plan for the Design

29:52 - 5 Questions

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MrJWW is back on the podcast again. We have a catch up about what James has been up to. Lots of racing, driving the full Koenigsegg range and a bunch of Modern Classics. Watch the video podcast here

James's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/mrjww

James on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjww/

Hope You Enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

02:56 - The MrJWW Channel in 2020

15:38 - The Chronicles of Koenigsegg

32:14 - Caterham Academy

47:05 - Racing a Praga

59:10 - The Modern Classics Series

1:07:32 - The MrJWW Garage

1:29:22 - F40 Chat & 5 Questions

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Jonny (@jonnycarpervert) is back on the podcast, we have a catch up about what he's been up to including driving a crazy Ferrari 250 Restomod, the Rimac Nevera and much more. Watch the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/YyIw5eR7OR8

https://www.instagram.com/jonnycarpervert/

https://www.youtube.com/user/CARPERVERT

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

05:23 - What We’ve Been Up To

19:57 - Driving EV’s in the Past Year

34:14 - Lotus Emira

43:24 - Driving a 250 GTO RestoMod

52:59 - Driving the Rimac Nevera

1:07:49 - 5 Questions

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Marino Franchitti joins us on the podcast to talk about racing, testing Singers and his new tv show "Three Men Four Wheels". Check out the video: https://youtu.be/_fqbvtzIaw4

You can find the show on Discovery + and Quest

https://www.instagram.com/mfranchitti/

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

01:16 - Driving Insane Race Cars

14:15 - Favourite Race Cars

18:13 - Racing Super GT

20:35 - Road Car Development - Singer DLS

30:20 - 3 Men 4 Wheels

45:44 - 5 Questions

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Tom Wood is the CEO of Car & Classic (@carandclassic.co.uk). We have a good chat about his background, how he came to acquire Car & Classic and make it what it is today.

https://www.carandclassic.co.uk

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/cNEkp39m06k

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:49 - Classic Car Data and Cazana

11:40 - Price Trends of Used EV’s

15:49 - Car and Classic

28:21 - Buying a Car In-Person vs Online

36:08 - Classic Cars in an EV Future

43:57 - The Future of Car and Classic

46:54 - Driving the Ariel Nomad

52:05 - 5 Questions

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Bruce Southey is the man behind @rocketeercars. A company that puts V6 engines in Mazda MX5s. It sounds like a great proposition, no extra weight but a better engine note and a lot more grunt.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ImjIQpfX_ng

https://www.rocketeercars.com/

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

10:52 - Bruce’s Design Career

16:56 - Modifying MX5’s with V6’s

22:04 - Performance Gains

35:35 - Custom MX5 Interiors

39:46 - Perceived Quality

49:47 - Built not Bought

53:43 - 5 Questions

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David Pook (@alpine_life110) is a specialist in vehicle dynamics, having worked previously for JLR SVO Division bringing you cars such as the Project 8. He founded Life 110 to bring that knowledge and consequently products to the Alpine A110. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/PFFQ-MZQ420

Life 110 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpine_life110/

https://life110.co.uk/

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

02:29 - What is Vehicle Dynamics

10:40 - Designing Cars for Local Roads

18:50 - David’s Career in Vehicle Dynamics

26:09 - Modelling Ride and Handling

42:19 - What was the Ethos of JLR SVO

59:17 - Life110

1:16:16 - Perfecting the A110

1:30:03 - Jaguar Project 8

1:35:42 - The Future of Life110

1:39:25 - 5 Questions

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Max Girardo (@maxgirardo) is back on the podcast to have a chat about their new location in Oxfordshire and have a chat about lots of car stuff.

Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Ul7eH8fpeC8

https://www.instagram.com/girardoandco/

https://girardo.com/

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

02:18 - Moving into the new space

14:38 - Porsche 956

18:19 - Racecar on the road - CLK GTR

20:53 - Buying and selling cars from a collection

27:51 - Restomods vs. Originality

33:05 - Selling rally cars

47:26 - The state of the market

51:58 - XJR15

53:59 - The Christmas Movie

56:59 - Alfa Romeo 179C

1:00:13 - Events coming up

1:04:02 - 5 Questions

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Magnus Walker (@magnuswalker) is a Porsche guy, a man with a beard and generally a pretty cool dude. We have a chat about his journey, lots of Porsches and his new Nike colab, The SB 277 Dunk.

Magnus's YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/magnusporsche1

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

02:21 - Urban Outlaw

15:41 - Doing a TED Talk

24:47 - Magnus’ Car Collection

37:37 - Building a 60’s Porsche

48:25 - Ferrari F40

58:02 - Carrera GT and Old Cars People Like

1:07:07 - Nike Collaboration (SB Dunk 277)

1:19:32 - Sam’s Collection and Modern Porsche Chat

1:37:41 - 5 Questions

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Scott ( @Ratarossa ) is an absolute Ferrari fan and has taken to youtube to document bringing life back to some seriously unloved vehicles. Probably best known for his "Ratarossa". We have a chat about what got him into cars, some of the builds along the way and dig a bit into the guy behind the channel. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/IYTEtUzG2Mc

Scott's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA0ZY1x5r2lyKQfoUYvHvqQ

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

01:26 - How did you get into cars and YouTube?

09:35 - Putting together the Ratarossa

15:08 - Tailoring the channel for a US audience

20:56 - Working with sponsors

23:37 - How do you pick your next project?

28:13 - Dry Ice Blasting an engine bay

35:53 - What is the final goal with the projects?

44:21 - Upcoming projects

1:01:44 - Learning new skills through car restoration

1:11:36 - 5 Questions

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James (@jayemmoncars) is an automotive youtuber of the more journalistic variety. He loves old school top gear and aims to bring a bit of that to 2021. We have a chat about his journey, "The McLaren Saga" and lots more. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/GV40C5jlRc0

James's Youtube Channel

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

11:13 - How did you get into cars?

27:38 - From Film Production to YouTube

44:30 - Press Cars And Working With Press Teams

57:40 - Driving the Ferrari 812 Superfast (and GTS)

1:09:45 - Owning a Ferrari 550

1:26:48 - The “McLaren Saga”

1:41:48 - Influencing Buyer Decisions and Current Garage

1:47:46 - Audience Questions

2:17:24 - 5 Questions

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Tim (@shmee150) is back on the podcast again! We have a long chat about what it's like to film in America, the Shmueseum, filming hypercars and much much more.

Check out the video: https://youtu.be/XXTz70Bn5a4

Tim's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Shmee150

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

04:43 - Driving the Nurburgring

12:43 - The SLS Black Series

27:10 - The Shmuseum

39:48 - The Porsche Taycan and EV’s

52:40 - Starring in the AMG GT Black Series reveal

1:04:45 - Leaking of upcoming cars

1:17:16 - Filming in the USA

1:24:20 - The current hypercar scene

1:36:07 - The GT500

1:40:23 - Audience Questions

1:50:52 - 5 Questions

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Luke (@carswithluke) is an automotive photographer and youtuber based in Switzerland. His videos and photography showcase this stunning backdrop. We have a good chat about photography, youtube and lots of cars.

Check out the video version: https://youtu.be/VAthJ4Er1Kg

Luke's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwgzx-E7BXya5thqTVFPCrg

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:03 - Moving to Switzerland and becoming a content creator

15:26 - Being a full-time photographer and filmmaker

24:34 - Only testing cars you are interested in

31:34 - Photography skills and style evolution

47:54 - What gear do you use?

51:20 - Owning a GT4 and the dream of a GT3

1:02:36 - Owning a RS6

1:15:58 - Driving the Audi E-tron GT

1:25:05 - Recent special drives: Ferrari 599 GTO, 911 Turbo, GT2

1:32:36 - 5 Questions

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Tristan Judge is a Director of The Market, an online classic and collector car auction site. We have a chat about the state of the car market at the moment, what's going up, what's going down and the growing world of online auctions. Watch the video here:

www.TheMarket.co.uk

https://www.instagram.com/themarket_auctions

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Sam

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Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:21 - Types of Car Auctions

10:03 - What cars have increased in value recently?

17:15 - The value of classic cars and holding value

26:34 - The value of road cars vs race cars

32:27 - Endurance racing and racing experience

43:09 - How does the auction process work?

50:39 - Auctions representing current car value

54:22 - How do you stop people bidding when they don’t have the money?

56:10 - The influx of LHD cars

59:26 - Increasing value of classics by restoring them

1:08:26 - Modern classics and reliability

1:19:23 - Recent sales and fee structure

1:26:13 - Crashing a Caterham

1:28:01 - 5 Questions

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A little bit of a news update with some info about the new Ferrari 812 Competizione Coupe and Convertible Version.

Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/KanIhKJlD4Q

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 = Intro

01:27 = Specs

02:07 = Engine

03:10 = Aero

03:34 = Interior

04:23 = Independant steering + RWS 

05:50 = Braking

06:50 = Fake vents?

07:10 = Price...

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Peter (@petrol_ped) returns for the second time to tell us what he's been up to in the last year. We chat cars, bikes, podcasting and more. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/hOwO-8JaS6A

Peter's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/greavsie6672

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Sam

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Show Notes

0:00 - Intro2:55 - What have you been up to?

12:01 - Cycling Content and starting a Podcast

19:21 - Mini GP3

22:39 - Electric Car Chat

33:39 - Vintage Voltage

45:18 - Hendy Performance Focus RS

51:12 - Do car journalists buy new cars?

1:02:28 - Caterham Racing

1:10:04 - Institute of Advanced Motorists Masters Course

1:14:39 - Driving the M2 CS

1:22:15 - 5 Questions

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Dan Prosser (@danprosser86) is an automotive journalist, presenter and founder of The Intercooler. We hear back from Dan about what he's been up to in the last year and his new digital media outlet: The Intercooler.

Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/lZE_zMNIjvw

https://www.instagram.com/theintercooler/

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Sam 

Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

3:03 - Driving a V12 Ferrari for the first time

8:20 - Do you get excited by hypercars?

14:39 - Electric Cars

24:39 - GR Yaris vs Fiesta ST

36:46 - Launching “The Intercooler”

56:20 - Hampton Court Concourse

57:39 - The New M3

1:08:27 - What do we really want in a sports car?

1:17:53 - Questions from Twitter

1:28:28 - Where are the cheaper driver’s cars?

1:44:16 - How would you improve your Alpine A110?

1:50:32 - Are you biased to reviewing cars from your country?

1:54:33 - 5 Questions

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Troels is one of the founders and chief technical officer for Zenvo - A Danish hypercar manufacturer. He is responsible for the engineering in these crazy 1200hp drivers cars.

Check out the video here:

https://www.instagram.com/zenvoautomotive/

https://zenvoautomotive.com/

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Sam

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Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

2:20 - Building Rallycross Cars

7:29 - Developing Supercharger Kits

10:44 - How did Zenvo Start?

14:31 - What was the goal for Zenvo?

25:16 - What’s the most challenging part of developing a hypercar?

27:45 - Zenvo Gearboxes

34:26 - The Zenvo TSRS

43:23 - Carbon Fibre Wheels

52:08 - What events are most successful for Zenvo?

55:24 - How much does a Zenvo cost?

56:44 - 5 Questions

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Alex (@sharkwerks) is a founder of the Shark Werks Porsche tuning shop in LA. Most notably known for their 3.9l and 4.1l 997 GT3 RS conversions and exhaust systems.

Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/ATC1khz9T2U

https://instagram.com/sharkwerks

https://www.sharkwerks.com

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Sam

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Show Notes: 

0:00 - Intro

3:58 - How did Shark Werks Start?

19:02 - Chasing Horsepower

23:22 - Setting Up Suspension

31:30 - Shark Werks Fixing Common Porsche Issues

44:03 - Shark Werks Research Process

49:40 - Engine Upgrades and Reliability

56:09 - Porsche GT4

1:18:48  - Turbo vs. NA Porsches

1:21:48 - Experiencing High Horsepower 911’s

1:30:42 - What are the differences between the Shark Werks Engines?

1:38:06 - The 718 GT4

1:40:38 - Centrelock Wheels Going Wrong

1:43:30 - Changing Gears with a Gated Shifter

1:46:51 - Differences in 911 Generations

1:49:54 - Porsche and Manual Gearboxes

1:58:22 - 5 Questions

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Jimmy Broadbent (@jimmy_broadbent) is a sim racer, presenter and youtuber. We have a chat about his journey and bunch of topics along the way.

Check out the youtube vid: https://youtu.be/SnC-17tF05Y

https://www.instagram.com/jimmy_broadbent

https://www.youtube.com/user/jimski10

Hope you enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes: 

00:00 - Intro

04:22 - Streaming and Gaming

07:06 - Sim Racing Steering Wheels

08:21 - How fast are you compared to e-sports drivers?

10:37 - What’s it like doing a 24hr Endurance Sim race?

16:19 - What’s your pinnacle Sim race?

18:57 - Direct Drive Wheels and Force-Feedback

23:37 - How does different sim software compare?

27:48 - Setting up a PC Racing Sim

34:14 - Racing a Praga

38:58 - Driving (and crashing) a Radical

41:28 - Driving on a track in the wet

44:01 - Heel and Toe on a Racing Sim

46:10 - What Praga are you racing?

50:10 - How does Sim racing compare to real racing?

59:11 - Can you use real racing to improve your sim setup?

1:04:10 - How to improve your sim racing times

1:08:11 - How do the different Sim games compare?

1:12:16 - What are you looking forward to in sim racing?

1:13:05 - VR and Sim Racing

1:15:50 - Getting involved with Gran Turismo

1:20:36 - Has being a commentator improved your confidence?

1:22:13 - Being a voice-over in the Gran Turismo games

1:25:12 - Jimmy’s GT-R’s

1:27:53 - Time Attack MX-5

1:35:02 - 5 Questions

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Jonny (@cocker_jonny) is a professional racing driver and founder of JCR Developments. They make exhausts and other parts for a variety of marques but specialising in high end parts for Porsches.

Check out the video on youtube: https://youtu.be/dymkA_Vs1tU

https://www.jcr-developments.com/

https://instagram.com/jcr_developments

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

06:00 - Driving T-Cars

11:56 - Carrera Cup

17:51 - Driving Race Cars Before Legally Driving on the Road

21:47 - How do You Get Racing Sponsors?

25:37 - British GP and ALMS

43:53 - The Difference Between a “Gentleman Driver” and a Pro

50:09 - Driving in the British GP 2018-2019

56:21 - JCR Developments

1:04:54 - Is there a Noticeable Difference between a Stock GT3RS vs. JCR Exhaust?

1:13:58 - What has JCR done with the GT4?

1:25:59 - Bolt-on Tips and Exhaust Volume

1:45:25 - 5 Questions

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Henry Catchpole ( @Henry Catchpole )is an automotive journalist writing and producing videos for various magazines and websites. We have a chat about all things cars and Henry's journey to date. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/4_3Rfu-gsrc

https://instagram.com/henrycatchpole

Hope you enjoy,

Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro 

11:46 - What were you doing when you first started at Evo? 

16:32 - What are some memorable moments when testing? 

23:43 - What was the review process at Evo? 

35:43 - Starting to host videos at Evo 

40:24 - Hosting videos on Carfection 

42:20 - What is Carfection? 

46:47 - What is it like driving high-value cars? 

54:14 - Thoughts on RestoMods? 

1:02:37 - Evo vs AutoCar on the M2 CS in COTY 

1:05:59 - Have you had RestoMods on COTY? 

1:07:31 - Old cars on new tires 

1:13:02 - Experiences in Rallying 

1:17:28 - What is it like driving a rally car on the road? 

1:22:31 - 5 Questions 

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David is the founder and CEO of Rodin Cars (@rodincarsofficial), a successful business man that has turned his attentions to building the fastest track car on the planet. A single seater that will be faster than an F1 car. They currently make 2 cars. The Rodin Fzed and the Rodin FZero.

Watch the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/tgh9F1ZbkTg

https://rodin-cars.com/

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Sam

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Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

04:32 - The start of Rodin Cars

08:51 - Ferrari Challenge

10:14 - Racing History before Rodin

13:24 - In-house Engineering

14:45 - Setting the Goal for Rodin Cars

19:08 - How Have the Cars Evolved?

23:25 - The Engines

27:42 - Reliability