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Join Adam, Jake, & Richard as they (attempt to) put a humorous spin on the detailing & car care industry. Expect light-hearted discussion, industry guests, the occasional useful piece of information, and plenty of abuse towards Jake. Make sure to head over to our YouTube channel, Speed 6 Detailing, for more content!

Speed 6 Detailing


    • Sep 5, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 13m AVG DURATION
    • 68 EPISODES


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    A Q&A With... Ourselves?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 76:54


    THIS WEEK!Jake gets passionate about meal deals...Adam holds up rush hour traffic...And Richard struggles to pronounce Volvo...Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life.Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.19: The MOT Tester Blew my Van up

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 47:33


    THIS WEEK! Jake buys a truck... Adam's van blows up on the MOT ramp... And Richard regrets changing barbers... Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.18: Even More Summer Detailing Tips!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 60:30


    THIS WEEK! Jake almost drowns... Adam tries some new products... And Richard sweats off 3kg of water... Plus some summer detailing tips. Available wherever you get your podcasts, just search ‘Speed 6 Podcast'! Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.17: The Detailing Industry Needs to Change...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 75:02


    THIS WEEK! Jake eats a banana with the skin on... Adam doesn't shut up about Car Scope... And Richard gets upset about his car... Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.16: What Happened at Waxstock?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 72:25


    Better late than never, right? In this episode we give our recap of the... eventful... Waxstock 2022 weekend. Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.15: Waxstock Interviews: Infinity Wax, Stjarnagloss, ZirconiteUK, & Specky!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 29:59


    We managed to grab a few famous faces, and bring them over to the 'casting couch' for quick interviews! Head over to our YouTube channel for the video version. Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.14: A Catchup With Adam & Rich

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 55:25


    After a month, we're back! Unfortunately Jake was unable to join us this week, so you have the pleasure of a catchup with Adam & Richard. We talk about how to eat a kiwi, the new Mercedes AMG ONE, and the (very few) new detailing products we've tried recently. Available wherever you get your podcasts, just search ‘Speed 6 Podcast'! Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Go to zen.ai/speed6podcast and fill out the contact information so Zencastr can help you, bring your business story to life. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months on the Zencastr pro plan! zencastr.com/pricing

    #2.13: What to Expect at Waxstock

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 63:26


    This week we have a chat about some products we've been using recently, including some pretty cool waxes! We also reveal our incredibly exciting plans for Waxstock 2022. Make sure to come over to the stand and say hello!

    #2.12: Unpopular Detailing Opinions (Again)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 91:04


    Should you bin your drying towels? Should you rinse before applying a pre-wash? Are all shampoos basically the same? All this, plus more to get you shouting at your car stereo during your morning commute! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.11: The Future of Detailing? Ft. CarScope

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 93:19


    What direction are protective products heading? Are we going to see a resurgence of traditional waxes and quick detailers? What about products that may see a dip in popularity? Or whether more "dedicated products" will arrive on the scene? We're joined by Henri of CarScope UK to share our thoughts on these topics! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.10: The Ultimate Spring Detail

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 72:41


    So your winter protection is dying off, and you want your car looking its best for the nicer weather (which I'm told is coming)? Time for a spring detail! We believe a good wax is essential, but which one is right for you? Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.9 - Is The Detailing Industry in Danger?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 83:28


    Is the detailing industry about to struggle? For professionals things may start to get harder, but what can do you to prepare? Also in this episode: an ample amount of waffle. Some related to detailing (specifically posh pressure washer accessories and wax testing), and some related to mixing orange juice and espresso together. It's nicer than it sounds (and looks). Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.8 - Waxstock Hype & Infinity Wax Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 78:09


    This week, we chat about our plans for Waxstock 2022, some highlights from our trip to Infinity Wax, and some new product launches! We also see the return of something last seen many episodes ago... Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    WE MADE GRAPHENE CERAMIC COATINGS & CUSTOM WAXES!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 20:45


    Want to watch graphene-enhanced coatings get made? Want to see Jake handle solvents & blend wax? We took a trip up to Infinity Wax in Scotland, and what a trip it was! In this mini video-podcast, we chat with Michael about their fantastic wax blend, ProjectX, as well as how graphene is actually used in their products, including their 5 year pro-only coating, SynergyX. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.7 - Cheap Vs Expensive Detailing Tools (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2022 67:09


    This week, after some (slightly) relevant discussion, we compare cheap, mid-range, and expensive detailing equipment. Do you need to fork out a lot of money to get something reliable? Or will something half the price do the job? Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    Speed 6 Drunk Cooking

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 58:24


    *VIDEO VERSION ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE* Drinks, cooking a chilli, and a detailing/cars Q&A session. What could go wrong? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.6 - Product Vs Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2022 74:14


    It's all well and good having the most expensive tools and products, but is that much good if you don't properly understand the processes? Also in this episode: Jake attempts some more maths! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod Available wherever you get your podcasts, just search ‘Speed 6 Podcast'! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.5: Brand Loyalty?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 72:36


    Should pros and enthusiasts stick with one detailing brand? Should pros ever use enthusiast products (and vice versa)? Have you ever blown your nose and noodles came out? We answer these questions and more in this week's episode! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.4: Waterless Washes Are Good?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 101:18


    Crisps, drunk cooking, and cross-threaded bolts. Oh wait, this is a detailing podcast, let's try that description again... This week, Adam & Richard talk about some new products they've been trying from AutoGlanz and Gyeon, including a controversial waterless wash product! Spoiler, we actually really liked it! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zen.ai/speed6pod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.3: How Should You Protect Your Paint?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 68:54


    There are so many options for protecting your paint. This week, we break down the most popular protection product categories, and give our recommendations of how and when to use them. We also talk about our personal favourite products! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zencastr.com/pricing?coupon=speed6podcast&fpr=89lca --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.2: Q&A With Pro Detailing UK!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 119:13


    We're joined by Gary from Pro Detailing UK! We discuss a range of useful (and not-so-useful) topics, including: Is it worth becoming "certified" with a brand? Should you join the IDA/PVD? Does drinking skimmed milk warrant a call to the police to check your hard drives? There's actually a surprising amount of useful business advice for a Speed 6 Podcast episode... hope you enjoy! Massive thank you to our podcast sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zencastr.com/pricing?coupon=speed6podcast&fpr=89lca --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #2.1: Colour Changing Cars & Is Wax Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 70:15


    Speed 6 are back with a bang! Or is that just Jake crashing his first RWD car? In this episode: Why Jake sold his A-Class for a 325d, we take a look at some of the cars due for release this year (spoiler, we're not buying a Citroen Ami), and we discuss whether wax is still relevant in 2022. Massive thank you to our sponsor, Zencastr. Use code 'SPEED6PODCAST' for 30% off your first 3 months, or click the following link: https://zencastr.com/pricing?coupon=speed6podcast&fpr=89lca --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #44: Best Products of 2021?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 114:30


    We wrap up the year with our top product picks, predictions for 2022 (with a review of the 2021 predictions we made last year), and have a chat about the future of Speed 6. This episode marks the end of Season 1 - thank you all so much for sticking around, and if you've just discovered us - apologies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speed6podcast/message

    #43: Fastest & Easiest Winter Prep?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 73:42


    Prepping vehicles can be one of the least enjoyable parts of a large polishing and/or coating job (especially in winter), and many people spend way too long doing it! In this episode we reveal a method Adam has been using to get cars ready for polishing. Hint: it involves abrasive shampoo and NO buckets... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #42: Don't Buy Cheap Sh*t - Ft. Carscope

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 117:26


    This episode we're joined by Henri from Carscope UK! Are expensive detailing tools worth it? £85 trigger guns? £50 foam cannons? £6 microfibre towels? Have a listen and decide for yourself! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #41: UK vs US Detailing - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 97:18


    Washing the car with snowfoam? Waterless-washing filthy cars? $150 maintenance washes? Get an idea on how detailing is done in the US, and if some of the stereotypes are true in Part 1 of UK vs US Detailing! Many thanks to Alex & Jason from The Detail Solutions Podcast for joining us with this - it's been a lot of fun. Part 2 will be out on their channel soon, so keep an eye out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #40: 24/7 Product Sales?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 68:12


    We're all aware of companies that push sales and discounts seemingly every week... Is it a good thing, or not? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #39 - The Customer is Always Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2021 77:36


    A customer asks for a ceramic coating on a car with swirl marks and other defects. How do you respond? We don't think it's as simple as ruining the perception of their car and forcing a paint correction. Why? Listen and find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #38: A Summer Summary

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 76:22


    We are back! After an incredibly busy two weeks sorting some YouTube-related things, we have a new episode for you! This week, we talk about a few bits of Speed 6 news, some products we've enjoyed using over the summer, and some regrets from last winter. Hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #37: Scene Brands & What We've Tried Recently

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 68:51


    This week it's another Adam & Jake episode! We waffle on about so called 'scene brands', as well as a few products we've been using recently from the likes of Duel, Bilt Hamber, Scholl, Carbon Collective, & Concept Chemicals. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #36: Why You Should NOT Ceramic Coat Your Car

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 59:59


    Ceramic coatings - are they taking the enjoyment out of detailing? Can/should they be used by enthusiasts? As always, it depends. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #35: Zirconite & Duel Visit, Our Events, & News

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 41:55


    It's safe to say we've been busy. Jake and Adam took a trip to Manchester to Concept Chemicals with Zirconite UK, then bothered Sam from Duel Autocare for an hour before heading home. We also discuss our first 'Speed 6 at The Motor Spa' event, which was incredibly successful! We have another planned for late September, so don't miss out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #34: Types of Shampoo & Death to Noodle Mitts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 64:14


    Pure, decon, acidic, SiO2. gloss enhancing, wax-containing, abrasive, even graphene! There are a lot of shampoos on the market these days, but are they any good? We also discuss different types of wash media, along with our preferences. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #33: Speed 6 With Specky & Paul - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 73:15


    This week we've got an exciting two-part collaboration with Specky McSporran & Paul Dolden Details. For part two, head over to the 'Specky & Paul Talk Detailing' podcast. Don't forget to check them out on Instagram and YouTube! Also don't forget, there's about 6 minutes of bonus content after the outro... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #32: Buzzwords, Branding, & Bias

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 86:57


    THIS WEEK! Devon makes a return... Jake wears microfibre socks... Adam has a kebab... And Richard wants a bamboo wax. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #31: Car Show Detailing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 84:47


    How should you prep for shows? What should you take with you to them? Obvious answers? Maybe. Also included this week: An update on Adam's caddy (and how he is going to detailer's hell), and news on the 'Favourites of Speed 6' sample kits. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #30: Let's Talk 'Ceramic' (With Zirconite UK)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 94:46


    This week Adam and Jake are joined by Chris of Zirconite UK! We discuss some of their products, and dive into the world of ceramic coatings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #29: 'The Car Care Hub' - Coming Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 38:42


    Why haven't we started YouTube yet? Why have we been slightly quieter than usual? Well the answer lies within. The Motor Spa and Speed 6 will soon have a new home - a 'Car Care Hub' which we have some big plans for. Trust us, it's going to be fantastic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #28: Do These Products Need to Exist?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 96:47


    Wheel shampoos, plastic cleaners, even snow foams, are they pointless? We share some of our (potentially controversial) opinions! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #27: Summer Detailing Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 91:41


    With the warmer weather upon us, your detailing routines will need to change. We cover some of our tips for maintaining your vehicles in the summer! Also included this week: Our top picks for prewash/shampoo/QD combos. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #26: Expectation vs Reality (Ft. Stjarnagloss)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 87:07


    This week, joined by Cav from Stjarnagloss, we dive into expectations around products & starting a business. We also tackle the controversial subject of photo 'filtering' and editing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #25: What to Include in Your Services

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 88:05


    This week we share our thoughts on what should be included in different valeting services, such as the 'Maintenance Wash', 'Interior Valet', and the dreaded 'Mini Valet' (Jake's favourite). --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #24: Q&A With Dale from Meguiar's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 93:44


    This week we're joined by Dale Masterman from Meguiar's UK! We talk about his role in the industry, the legendary yellow buckets (and the rare mirror bright ones), Wash Plus+, and learn a bit about the brand as a whole. Also included are some hints to future 'Meguiar's X Speed 6' projects! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #23: Work Smart, Not Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 72:22


    This week we share some ideas on how to be a "lazy but effective" detailer! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    Our Big Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2021 22:25


    The day is finally here. See our socials for more details! Love you all x --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #22: Common Detailing Mistakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 61:17


    Even experienced detailers make mistakes, this week we discuss a few things that may still trip people up... Hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #21: Would you Rather...

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 60:15


    This week we move away from a main topic, and do the detailing edition of "would you rather?", featuring some listener entries! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #20: Things we Wish we Knew Getting Into Detailing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 76:27


    If you could go back to when you first started in car care, what would you tell yourself? We share our thoughts, and have some other, slightly off-topic, discussions... No surprise there. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #19: The Bare Necessities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 80:43


    What is the minimum amount of kit you could use to complete a basic wash? If you're new to car care, this could be a great starting point. If you're not, take it as a challenge for your next wash! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #18: Unpopular Opinions in Detailing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 81:11


    Overrated products, good products from disliked brands, and more! This was supposed to be a 'mini episode', but by now you know we're incapable of that... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

    #17: Getting Your Detailing Mojo Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 72:58


    Lost some love for detailing? We've all been there. Whether you're a pro, or a 'weekend legend', we've got some tips to help restore your passion. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedetailingpodcast/message

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