UKMotorTalk

The team attend the SMMT Test Day and get behind the wheel of many of the newest cars on the road, including:Renault R5BYD SealPolestar 2Volvo V60Audi RS3For more, and videos of the roadtests:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/05/podcast-driving-some-of-the-latest-cars/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To celebrate Formula One's 75th Birthday, Graham and Jim don their anoraks, boil the kettle and sit down for a chat about the sport and the many stories behind it. With access to the many hours of our archive interviews with F1 related characters, this proves to be a longer episode than usual....For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/05/podcast-75-years-of-formula-one-world-drivers-championships/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:Learning to Drive in the current climateGeneral Driving StandardsSleeping (or not) for Charity - https://www.v2radio.co.uk/local/beds-for-kids/Jackie Stewart's work for Race Against Dementia - https://www.raceagainstdementia.com/For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/04/podcast-learning-to-drive-in-2025/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we pay tribute to the life of Formula One stalwart Eddie Jordan, look at the new road tax rules for EVs, have an chat about the current F1 situation, and enjoy a few moments with this year's crop of April Fools from the motoring world.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/04/podcast-eddie-jordan-formula-one-update-and-april-fools/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Podcasthon episode of the UKMotorTalk Podcast, we talk about the work of BEN, the charity dedicated to supporting the people of the motor industry navigate through life's challenges, whether they be financial, mental or physical health, or care and support for those in later life. https://ben.org.uk/Podcasthon https://podcasthon.org/ is an international non-profit initiative which coordinates as many podcasters as possible to dedicate an episode of their podcast between March 15 and 21st 2025 to a charity of their choice.BEN seemed like the obvious choice for UKMotorTalk as both the charity and the motor industry are close to our hearts. As BEN says:Our Mission:To make a positive difference to people's livesWhether we are supporting someone in crisis, providing high quality care or working with our automotive industry partners to improve the health and wellbeing of the workforce, our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives.We're here to help people create a better tomorrow.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/03/podcast-podcasthon-special-ben-the-charity-supporting-the-people-of-the-automotive-industry/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham, Mike and Dave have a wander around the UK car market, discuss using your practical everyday classic, and look forward to the Donington Historic Festival in MayFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/02/podcast-xpeng-g6-vs-tesla-which-way-is-the-uk-market-heading/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave, Mike and Jim catch up with latest suggestions for the MOT Test, including failing due to unresolved recalls, the last Alpina models coming from the company's Buchloe facility, and briefly looking forward to the Formula One 2025 Launch Event....For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/02/podcast-mots-recalls-the-last-real-alpina-and-f1s-2025-launch-event/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We open 2025 with a look at Lewis Hamilton's first day in Maranello with Scuderia Ferrari, how a Ferrari F40 probably isn't a "Winter Car", and whether councils are trying to squeeze a few extra pounds from people with cars that aren't cutting-edge EVs.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/01/podcast-lewis-first-day-at-scuderia-ferrari/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's that time of year again, with motoring-related Christmas present thoughts, but we're still also talking Formula One, F1 Academy, Jaguar and speed camera issues!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/12/podcast-a-sort-of-christmassy-episode/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we scratch our heads at the thinking behind Jaguar's shutdown of car production and planned reinvention as an all electric luxury brand.We also take another opportunity to watch "Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story" now that it has appeared on BBC2 and, of course, the iPlayer!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/11/podcast-the-reinvention-of-jaguar-and-brawn-the-impossible-formula-1-story-on-the-telly/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we recognise the amazing drive Max Verstappen produced in the wet of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, and Mike asks for suggestions regarding a new car his parents are looking for that needs to be both practical and a little more interesting than the run-of-the-mill.... For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/11/podcast-f1-in-the-wet-of-brazil-and-seeking-advice-about-which-new-car-to-buy/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team talk "Everything Electric" after Dave does to the show, track days and driving them for charity, and, following the US Grand Prix, Formula One penalties and the seemingly random nature of them.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/10/podcast-track-days-f1-usa-and-everything-electric-show/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is that time of year again when the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) invites us to another day of road testing the latest cars on the UK roads.This event centres around Thruxton, and the local roads prove worthy of the new cars on offer. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't quite so friendly, but what are British road tests without a little rain?!?Vehicles driven include:Lotus EmiraMG HSKia EV9BMW Z4Hyundai Ioniq 5 NMG CybersterWatch this podcast with pictures!! Find it on YouTube at https://youtu.be/zMZqMHa4AE8For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/10/podcast-a-wet-day-of-road-tests-lotus-mg-kia-bmw-and-hyundai/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With an unusual set of priorities, Formula One's stewards step in to deal with the big issue... Too much swearing!?!We also look at the problems with the amount of flooded roads at the moment, and the reckless nature of some (but not all!) who get stuck in them.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/09/podcast-f1-swearing-flooded-roads-and-goodbye-daniel/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:As Graham recalls a previous auction of a W196, we look forward to the RM Sotherby's sale of the 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 'Monza' Streamliner F1 car, valued at between $50 million and $70 million, from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway MuseumJim catches up with Formula One's return from its summer holidaysDave comments on the differences (and similarities) when driving in Canada rather than the UK.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/08/podcast-50-million-1954-mercedes-benz-w196-f1-car-up-for-auction/Photo: 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 – https://flickr.com/photos/34128007@N04/33400321454 https://flickr.com/photos/prayitnophotography/licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is that time of year again, and Mike and Jim are taking a stroll around The British Motor Show 2024 at Farnborough....AA Heritage Fleet - https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/our-heritage-vehiclesDacia SpringDryIceEnergy.com / IceColdTools.comIMI (Institute of the Motor Industry) Chief Executive Officer, Steve Nash - https://tide.theimi.org.uk/MG CybersterRenault 5 electricFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/08/podcast-the-british-motor-show-2024/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, it is time for another episode, but we are at the British Motor Show in Farnborough this week with lots to see and do, cars old and new, and many many (did we say many?) people to talk to about all things motoring. So, we'll bring you some of the many highlights once were back!Keep an eye on this feed, and the usual socials @UKMotorTalk, as well as the UKMotorTalk YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/ukmotortalk , for much more coming (very) soon... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whilst Graham and Mike are left back in the studio, Dave gets out and about for some sunshine and fresh air at this year's Festival of the Unexceptional, a celebration of long-forgotten everyday family cars from 1969-1999, now fondly known as the ‘Unexceptional Era'.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/08/podcast-festival-of-the-unexceptional-2024/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Jim attend the launch of 355 by Evoluto, a reimagining of the iconic 90s Italian supercar, on a pleasant summer's evening close to the Goodwood Festival of Speed.Whilst marvelling over the car's 420hp, 23% improved stiffness, and plush new interior, they also reflect on the day's other big launch.... That of the new "All-Electric Ford Capri".For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/07/podcast-355-by-evoluto-and-ford-capri-a-tale-of-two-launches/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an eclectic chat, Graham, Jim and Mike explore their automotive "pet hates"... before looking at Max and Lando's F1 exploits in Austria.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/07/podcast-max-vs-lando-and-debadging-good-or-bad/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The usual faces are joined by Kyle Collins of Motion Werks, an independent workshop in Aldershot in Hampshire, to talk about the shared love of cars, the challenges of working on modern and future cars, and which manufacturers cars are simplest to work on and most reliable.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/06/podcast-the-world-of-the-independent-workshop-volvos-minis-and-working-on-evs/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team catch up with the various vehicles, new and old, in the UKMotorTalk fleet... including news about Mike's Orion (Onion) Project car....We also talk Formula One following the "race" in Monaco, and news of drivers' contracts coming in....For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/06/podcast-monaco-and-mots/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Mike and Jim as they enjoy a day of testing a range of current new cars, alongside a little bit of "classic" car nostalgia!Amongst the cars tested are:Citroën Ami BuggyMG3Volvo EX30Suzuki SwiftRenault ClioKia Picanto (First Generation!)For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/05/podcast-smmt-test-day-2024-at-millbrook-proving-ground/and check out our videos from the day at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIwWMUg82ro1ZDU-IRUWqOz2kpF2x6BHu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sorry, but the podcasters you downloaded are not here right now!They're actually out and about driving a great selection of new cars at this year's SMMT Test Day.So, stay tuned for a special episode coming soon!https://UKMotorTalk.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Lando Norris becomes a Formula One race winner for the first time we talk F1, UK based motorsport, and catch up with Graham's experience taking the Bongo to a campervan weekend.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/05/podcast-congratulations-lando/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prompted by an interesting, if worrying, investigation by the BBC's Panorama programme, we talk again about the safety, or lack of, on the UK's "Smart Motorways".We also look at the current state of Tesla, the F1 races in China, and, on a lighter note, wonder if summer has arrived!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/04/podcast-has-summer-arrived-caterhams-and-campervans/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We make the most of reaching Episode 200, and look back at some of our personal best and most enjoyable UKMotorTalk-related moments.Of everything we have owned, driven, been driven in, more formally reviewed, or people we've spoken to, what are our:Most Fun vehiclesMost Surprising vehiclesMost Unusual vehiclesWorst Reviewed vehiclesFavourite InterviewsFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/04/podcast-episode-200-special/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Mike attends the Brooklands Museum Mini Day (with his freshly cleaned Mini!), he and Graham talk about the variety of themed meets at various places.They also delve into the issues around the UK's potholed roads, and possibilities of some great deals on EVs.Oh, and then there's Ken Tyrrell's Shed that has been relocated to the Goodwood Motor Circuit.....For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/03/podcast-museum-car-shows-potholes-ev-deals-and-ken-tyrrells-shed/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the UKMotorTalk Podcast:Oliver Bearman's last minute Ferrari F1 call upBoy caught driving BMW X5... towing a stolen caravan!Sub-£15k price announced for Dacia Spring electric carThe temptation of a 2004 Maserati Quattroporte 4.2 V8 for under £6k. What could go wrong?For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/03/podcast-oliver-bearmans-f1-ferrari-call-up-and-a-sub-6k-2004-maserati-quattroporte-4-2-v8/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Geneva Motor Show currently wowing crowds and motoring press alike, we take a glance at some of the lower priced vehicles coming our way soon:Renault 5 E-Tech electricRenault TwingoDacia SpringMG3For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/02/podcast-geneva-renault-5-and-twingo-dacia-spring-and-mg3/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We catch up with our own motoring of the last fortnight, including Graham's Volvo issues and Jim's long drive down to the south coast from Scotland, before taking a close look at the world of Formula One, the new cars and Lewis Hamilton's move in 2025 to Ferrari.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/02/podcast-a-look-at-the-formula-one-world-in-2024/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim is invited to Williams F1 HQ, Mike looks at a couple of classic estate cars, and Dave wonders what happened to a Porsche Taycan's headlights.For more, including Jim's photos from Williams, visit:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/02/podcast-a-visit-to-williams-f1-and-a-porsche-taycan-opener/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join the team for our first podcast of 2024.The Ferrari filmEvents not happening because of ULEZ expansionA £3M Bugatti as a 70th Birthday presentWith Top Gear's demise, do we need anything other than YouTube?For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/01/podcast-welcome-to-2024/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham, Mike and Jim look forward to the Las Vegas F1 and back at 40 years of the Orion, passing a REALLY expensive Ferrari and a curious warning light on the way!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/11/podcast-the-bright-lights-of-vegas-an-expensive-ferrari-and-the-new-volvo-ex30/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Jim and Dave gather to talk all things motoring and motorsport, including:The fifth-gen Toyota PriusFord's postponement of a $12bn investment in EV, and possible reasons whySpotting the Unicorns - Rare Q cars to keep an eye open forFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/11/podcast-is-the-new-fifth-gen-toyota-prius-coming-to-the-uk-after-all/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we are joined by Ben Hooper from Classic.Retro.Modern. , at twenty years of age one of the "next-generation of classic car enthusiasts", driver of a Volvo 480 and an Audi 80 Sport, and previous owner of a Rover 220GSi.It is safe to say, very much a UKMotorTalk kind of guest!For more, including photos of the cars:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/10/podcast-classic-car-enthusiasts-the-next-generation/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A day of road tests from Oakley Hall near Basingstoke in Hampshire, including:Aygo X Undercover Jun TakahashiF56 Mini JCWBMW i4 M50Alfa Romeo Tonale VeloceMG4 XPOWERFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/10/podcast-road-tests-bmw-i4-mg4-tonale/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Jim hear all about Graham's weekend at the Goodwood Revival 2023 which included:Peter Klute's GT40 prototype100% sustainable synthetic fuel powered Bentleys from William MedcalfBeaulieu's Sunbeam 1000hpLancia D50Bizzarrini driven by Andrew JordanCatching up with Johnny HerbertFor more, including some of the photographs of the Revival:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/09/podcast-a-look-back-at-the-goodwood-revival-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:We discover that Graham has been involved with the purchase of a new vehicle, and it isn't what we thoughtAn evening of track action in the FiST (Fiesta ST) brings a new car maker onto our radarAnd Jim poses a question of single manufacturer loyalty if it was 2001For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/09/podcast-grahams-surprise-new-vehicle/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike and Jim take a wander around the Farnborough site of the 2023 British Motor Show.Highlights include:The Morris Commercial JE VanThe Haynes MuseumThe World's Fastest Shed and other unusual vehicles with their creator Kevin NicksA Driving Force for SSAFA 2024and many of the most beautiful cars in the world!For more, including pictures and video:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/08/podcast-the-british-motor-show-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a well deserved trip down memory lane, Dave gets out of the studio to visit the 2023 Festival of the Unexceptional, self-described as "A celebration of long-forgotten everyday family cars from 1968-1998, now fondly known as the ‘Unexceptional Era'."For more, including a selection of photographs from the event, visit:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/08/podcast-festival-of-the-unexceptional-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:Congratulations go to Red Bull for overtaking McLaren's 1988 11 race winning streak.How will AI change F1, cars and motoring in general?For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/07/podcast-red-bull-records-record-run-of-race-wins-in-a-row/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham visits the 30th Goodwood Festival of Speed, and with a full schedule of cars, drivers, and much much more, what could possibly go wrong!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/07/podcast-grahams-foreshortened-trip-to-goodwood-festival-of-speed-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a special treat, Jim has been to Silverstone to soak up the atmosphere that is unique to a British Grand Prix.Meanwhile, Mike has been admiring the fun Fiat version of the Citroen Ami, the Topolino.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/07/podcast-a-trip-to-silverstone-for-the-formula-one-and-a-look-at-the-fun-fiat-topolino/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With so many events and gatherings planned for the coming months, we make ourselves comfortable talking nostalgia, and in particular the Festival of the Unexceptional....For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/06/podcast-looking-forward-to-a-summer-of-looking-back-rose-tinted-glasses-at-the-ready-for-some-automotive-nostalgia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this, the second half of our day with the SMMT at Millbrook, we drive:Fiat 500e and Abarth 695Volkswagen ID. BuzzToyota SupraBYD ATTO 3 (Mike and Jim's turn!)Volvo V60Renault Megane E-TechDacia JoggerDS 7Cupra BornCupra AtecaFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/06/podcast-smmt-test-day-2023-part-2-fiat-toyota-vw-byd-again-volvo-renault-dacia-ds-cupra/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is a fabulously sunny Sunday in the Bank Holiday weekend at the end of May, and we've been invited to a gathering of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars.... Certainly not your standard run of the mill car meet... and organized by the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts' Club https://www.rrec.org.uk/.It also is providing a chance for Graham to catch up with an old friend, and for us to take a closer look at the current Rolls-Royce Cullinan.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/06/podcast-rolls-royce-enthusiasts-club-south-of-england-rally-2023/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this, Part One of our day of test drives and industry updates at the SMMT Test Day 2023:Mike drives a 1990s Porsche 928Jim drives a current Porsche Taycan GTS to compareGraham talks to UK Marketing Manager BYD Automotive, Mark Blundell about bringing the brand to the UK... before taking the BYD ATTO 3 out on the roadMike and Jim talk to MG UK's Head of Product and Planning, David Allison about, amongst other things, MG4, MG5 and MG CybersterFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/06/podcast-smmt-test-day-2023-part-1-porsche-byd-mg-and-a-catch-up-with-smmt-chief-executive-mike-hawes/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:With teases of the Alpine A290ß and MG's Cyberster we look at the possibilities of the all electric hot hatch and sports car sectors.We also consider the options when considering a cheap summer convertible drive.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/05/podcast-are-we-entering-the-era-of-the-electric-hot-hatch/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss what could be on offer from Chinese manufacturers here in the UK.BYD, Chery, Great Wall, Haval, NIO.... All brands (and several more) that might not mean much to you now, but may well be at a dealership near you soon!For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/05/podcast-are-chinese-cars-the-next-big-thing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode:We explore how we feel about trusting your car to drive itself when it isn't 100% in control, and wonder if we'd pay a subscription for Ford's Level Two Autonomous BlueCruise system which only works on motorwaysWe look back at the Goodwood Members' Meeting Bonhams Auction, and see what bargains we missedAnd say goodbye to any further "Smart Motorways" and wonder when they'll reinstate a hard-shoulder on those that are already operatingFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2023/04/podcast-fords-semi-autonomous-bluecruise-auction-bargains-and-the-end-of-smart-motorways/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.