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2025 has come to a close - and it's another year-end episode reflecting on the best and worst cars Jason and Derek have encountered this year. Maximum Carmudgeonation is achieved today, so hold onto your hats - and we guarantee, you've never listened to another podcast where the Vinfast VF8 and McLaren F1 are both mentioned. === Visit http://JasonSentMe.com to get a Hagerty Guaranteed Value (TM) collector-car insurance quote! === Before getting into the thick of it, Jason updates us on his MK3 Volkswagen Cabrio VR6 swap - with the 2.slow and the rest of the front + rear subframes out, we learn one other MK3 (Jetta GLX) has been sacrificed in the name of top-down VR6 burnouts. A myth is busted - Harbor Freight plastic carts don't appear to be makeshift engine stands after all. But they do explode catastrophically! Derek also goes over some highlights of another year dealing cars at OTS - with sales and consignments including the likes of the Ferrari F50, Porsche Carrera GT, and an array of modern Ferrari Challenge cars (360 Challenge Stradale, F430 Scuderia, and 458 Speciale to name a few). He also reflects on a changing market - moving away from 60s Ferraris like 250 Lusso and 330 GTC. Jason begins with his first wave highlights - including but not limited to: Lancia Stratos, Lancia Thema 8.32, Cizeta-Moroder V16T, Saab 9000 Aero, Alfa Romeo 164 Quadrifoglio, E34 BMW M5 with an S70B56 swap, the Kwiek Classics Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series 6-Speed, Ford Sierra Cosworth, Merkur XR4Ti, Jeep Cherokee, and of course Derek's recently acquired Mk1 Jaguar. Derek follows with the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale, RUF Tribute, Kimera EVO37, the Toyota 2000GT, and more recently the Porsche 911 IROC RSR (to be further explored on a future episode…) Jason remarks on many of the the other great cars he's driven for various Revelations, Ultimate Drag Race, and Ultimate Lap Battle episodes, including the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (C8 and C4), Porsche 992 GT3 RS, Ford Mustang GTD, Ford GT (both generations), W204 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG (including the Anderzen manual swap), Alpine A110, Audi RS6 Avant, and the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid (the BMW M5 Touring was unfortunately not so good). But not to worry- plenty of Carmudgeonation goes down - with roasts of the automatic Porsche 996 Turbo, BMW i3 and i8, the ND2 Mazda Miata, and even Jason's own MK3 Cabrio (while it still had its 2.slow). All this and more, on this week's end-of-2025 finale of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In deze editie van het GPFans Eindejaarsgesprek spreken we Richard Verschoor over zijn toekomst als McLaren coureur en de nieuwe Viaplay-documentaire: 'Op Eigen Kracht'.
This week's episode topic comes from a listener-submitted AMA request - one worthy of its own episode. They ask - what single metric about a car's driving experience tells you the most before you drive it? === Visit http://JasonSentMe.com to get a Hagerty Guaranteed Value (TM) collector-car insurance quote! === At first, you may think there's one straightforward answer. But you'd be wrong. Discussion begins with Jason's MK1 Volkswagen Cabriolet - a car he claims is the most fun he's ever driven. Derek roughly agrees - but counters with the Peugeot 205 Rallye, and much more substantially - the McLaren F1. But how can a nearly 40 year old subcompact convertible be as rewarding to drive as a hypercar? Mass seems like the obvious answer - but a 4000 lb car from today can often out-dance a 2000 lb car from 35 years ago. Take a Lotus Elise (perhaps, with a small cow in it) and a Rivian R1T - both will dance around a race track in a much more similarly than differently vs. any car and truck combination from even 10 years ago. Having covered that base, Jason and Derek explore other possibilities - including peak horsepower per RPM and engine configuration. Derek recalls a time when Alfa Romeo stuffed their Twin Cam four cylinder in everything from GTVs to large Ambulances - simply because it was a such a good engine despite whatever weight it was tasked to pull around. Jason decides to ask AI what it thinks, answering (oddly) with the Toyota Matrix, Honda Fit, and Nissan Versa. On theme with the MK1 Cabriolet, the boys discuss structural rigidity - which leads to another exploration of convertibles ranging from 996 Porsche 911 Cabriolet, to BMW Z3M, Mercedes-Benz SLK, and of course- the Nissan Murano Cross-Cabriolet. There's an answer for everyone out there - and more on this episode of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Velkommen til Bilklubben Podcast! Dine værter i denne uge er Anders Richter, Christian Grau og Nils Petter Bro. I afsnit 210 har vi udskiftet studiet med Café Sommersko.Grau får ny 'kasket' og har været i Firenze for at køre den opdaterede Toyota Aygo X.NP har nyt med om den indiske ambassadebil.I nyhederne vender vi den åndelige efterfølger til Lexus LFA - Toyota GR GT.Auktionsnyt omhandler hammerslaget på McLaren F1 med dansk islæt og legendarisk autograf-sandwich.Ugens bil er Hyundai Ioniq 9, som vi giver point.Brevkassen er igen fyldt med spørgsmål fra alle jer lyttere.Verdens sværeste bilquiz kommer fra en lytter og har temaet: "biler til bane og gade, der er blevet samlerobjekter".Afsnit 210 er publiceret d. 15. december, 2025.
What is going on everyone and welcome back to Cast-Mas on TT! This week, I am joined by good friends to the show Lorenzo Iacomini of Issimi in San Francisco and Gian Paolo Scorzo of Carissimo.We play catch up from the past year including Lorenzo and GP creating a video together in SF with a Roma, Lorenzo's latest adventures and newest videos on Issimi, GP guides us through the ins and outs of a McLaren F1 going for $25 million plus and we get a couple of pop ins on the podcast that were relatively unexpected.Huge thanks to Lorenzo, Gian Paolo as well as our good friends Dylan Orluck and Ali Hoff for popping in and joining in on the fun. Lorenzo can be found @thespeedyguidy, GP @gocarissimo, Dylan @racecardyl and Ali @autohoffs.Happy holidays and enthusiasts never die!
Lando Norris, your F1 2025 champion. Join Patrick and Brian on the Hard Compound to discuss how Lando battled the doubts, managed the pressure, and wrote his name into F1 history. But, wait. There's more! Lando won the championship, but who deserved it more? Max? Charles Leclerc? George Russell? We make the case. Why Aston Martin signing Adrian Newey will prove to be much more impactful than Ferrari signing Lewis Hamilton. Our hopes for the ongoing Americanization of Formula 1. What F1 fans can learn from the Lane Kiffin firing (yes, really). Plus, our crazy predictions for Formula 1 in 2026. Text Brian or PatrickAnd as always, thank you for listening to everybody's most beloved father and son F1 podcast!
The season finale gave us EVERYTHING. Lando Norris is your new Formula 1 World Champion, Max defends with everything he has, Charles goes full send, and Oscar Piastri closes out one of the best seasons we've ever seen from an Aussie, even if it didn't end in a win. In this episode, we break down Abu Dhabi GP. Lando becoming World Drivers Champion, Max's defensive heroics, Leclerc's late-race surge, and Oscar's season-long brilliance that turned him into a future World Champion in waiting.
Verstappen wil winnen in Abu Dhabi, maar zijn titelkansen hangen af van de finishpositie van Lando Norris. Max voelt geen druk en kijkt nuchter uit naar de seizoensfinale, waarin hij vooral plezier wil hebben en het de McLarens lastig wil maken.Join onze Discord server!Discord: https://discord.gg/gpfans-978218116251275284
Qualifying for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has set the stage for an absolutely wild final race of the season. Max Verstappen on pole. Lando Norris P2. Oscar Piastri just behind and Australians were staying up for this one. We break down everything from quali, why this track is traditionally won from the front row, how a single safety car could flip it, and whether this race has already been decided before lights out. We also cover: • the Lewis Hamilton crash in FP3 and spin in Q1 • McLaren team dynamics • Constructors money battles • The final race ever with DRS before the X-Mode/Z-Mode era begins in 2026 This is the championship decider. Anything can happen in Abu Dhabi tonight.
The Qatar Grand Prix blew the championship wide open, and with one race left, everything comes down to the fallout from one moment: the Lap 7 Safety Car. We break down how that decision and the chaos that followed may have cost Oscar Piastri the entire championship. We dive deep into the Lando vs Oscar tension, McLaren's strategy roulette, and whether team orders should have been used. Plus: how Max Verstappen managed to turn Qatar into a massive advantage heading into the final round. We also unpack the penalties, the tyre drama, and the midfield surprises that no one saw coming. And of course a very big kudos to Carlos Sainz. This is your ultimate Qatar GP debrief; messy, dramatic, hilarious, and full of receipts as we head into what could be the wildest championship finale in years!
What does hope look like for you? For some, hope looks like a lottery ticket or a Scratchie.For me, hope looks like McLaren in Formula 1. Bruce McLaren, a Kiwi racing driver, founded McLaren F1 in 1963. I became a fan, being introduced to F1 and the team by the Melvins, who attended the first church I pastored at Enoggera in QLD in the late 90s. That was perfect timing because it also coincided with when they stopped winning constructors' championships.But I lived in hope, and last year and this year McLaren won, and I continue to hope that either Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri will win the driver's championship next weekend.We can find hope in all sorts of places. What gives you hope, and how do you give hope to others?A message by David Toscano.
#533 3 Wheels On My Wagon. We discuss trikes, a good or a bad idea, and why don't we see them anymore? Alex goes to China with BYD and Abu Dhabi with A2RL. Plus: McLaren sign Ella Hakkinen. And the Chancellor introduces eVED.
The Las Vegas Grand Prix gave us everything: controversy, shock disqualifications and a massive twist in the championship fight. This week on Paddock 43, we break down McLaren's double disqualification and what it really means for Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and the rest of the drivers' standings. We dig into Max Verstappen's Vegas win, how it sets up Red Bull heading into the final rounds, and who we actually think will become the 2025 Drivers' Champion. We also get into Mercedes and why Kimi Antonelli was our Driver of the Day, and Pat drops a very bold prediction about George Russell. To wrap, we look ahead to the Qatar GP, make some spicy predictions, and talk about how this weekend could shape the final showdown in Abu Dhabi, and of course we wrap it up with our Green Flag and Red Flag.
In this episode of Paddock 43, we sit down with Karl Reindler - one of only TWO people in the world trusted to drive the Formula 1 Medical Car. Karl takes us inside the job no one talks about but every F1 fan should know: following the entire grid at full speed on Lap 1, arriving first at major crashes, and making split-second decisions that can save lives. We dive deep into: The insane reality of being the first responder in F1 What it was like arriving first at Zhou Guanyu's terrifying 2022 Silverstone crash How some drivers react (and don't react) after major incidents How Karl went from F3 Champion & Supercars driver to F1 Medical Car driver The pressure of piloting “the fastest ambulance in the world” The wildest things he's seen from behind the scenes that fans never get to hear about Karl also opens up about his own fireball crash, how it shaped his dedication to motorsport safety, and why this role has become the most meaningful chapter of his life. This episode pulls back the curtain on one of F1's most intense and misunderstood roles and shows just how critical the Medical Car team is to the sport we love.
Lando Norris fears the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix will be a weekend of struggles for himself and McLaren as a team. Norris pointed to it being his team's worst weekend of last season.#f1news #mclaren #landonorris #segioperez #lasvegas
The world record for fastest pit stop—a mere 1.8 seconds—was set by the McLaren F1 Team at the Qatar Grand Prix in 2023. It's an incredible feat of speed and choreography; a pit stop that fast can't happen without a team of people operating at peak human performance. But as Dan Keyworth explains, AI plays a crucial role, too. As the Director of Business Technology at McLaren Racing, Dan is responsible for helping the whole team perform at their best—and that starts with having the right tools. Whether it's the firehose of sensor data coming off a race car, video analysis of the pit crew in action, or marketing analytics for the next Grand Prix, AI helps the McLaren F1 Team make the right decisions—and make them fast.On this episode, Dan talks about the importance of getting simple answers from complex data, how they use Dropbox Dash, and why we shouldn't think of AI as labor replacement so much as laborious replacement.You can learn more about the McLaren F1 Team at mclaren.com/racing/formula-1. And if you haven't already seen it, be sure to watch their world record pit stop at youtube.com/watch?v=tRBOiq-Q6_s. Seriously, it's blink-and-you'll-miss-it fast.~ ~ ~Working Smarter is brought to you by Dropbox Dash—the AI universal search and knowledge management tool from Dropbox. Learn more at workingsmarter.ai/dashYou can listen to more episodes of Working Smarter on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. To read more stories and past interviews, visit workingsmarter.aiThis show would not be possible without the talented team at Cosmic Standard: producer Dominic Girard, sound engineer Aja Simpson, technical director Jacob Winik, and executive producer Eliza Smith. Special thanks to our illustrators Justin Tran and Fanny Luor, marketing consultant Meggan Ellingboe, and editorial support from Catie Keck. Our theme song was composed by Doug Stuart. Working Smarter is hosted by Matthew Braga. Thanks for listening!
This week on Paddock 43, we unpack one of the most dramatic weekends of the Formula 1 season, the Brazilian Grand Prix We kick things off with the moment everyone's talking about: Kimi Antonelli's bump into Oscar Piastri, the controversial 10-second penalty, and why we think Oscar was unfairly punished. Did the stewards get it wrong? Or was Antonelli really to blame? Then, we dive into the drivers' championship battle, is it Lando Norris' year? We discuss whether Oscar's time is still to come and how the McLaren rivalry is shaping up heading into the final races. We also dive deep into Franco Colapinto's contract extension and what this means for Jack Doohan's F1 dream. And, as always, we wrap things up with our Green Flag / Red Flag. If you love F1 gossip, race recaps, and hot takes, this one's for you. Thinking about your next car? Check out Nero Financial's car financing options. Smart, simple, and stress-free. https://nerofinancial.com.au/paddock43/ Book your next adventure with Adrenaline and use code PADDOCK10 for 10% off!
McLaren might have just handed Max Verstappen the psychological edge he needed to take another world title.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsIn a stunning twist ahead of the Brazil GP, McLaren CEO Zak Brown's comments around 2007 and comparing it to Max Verstappen's tear in the title sent shockwaves through the paddock. What was meant as a message of unity between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri has instead comes off as McLaren conceding defeat before the fight is over.Clearly, this message has not landed the way it was intended to. Sure, the bosses of the McLaren F1 team is thinking about its team, but the 'external noise' is sounding off as the team's take on Max's surge has become a little muddied.Get 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #AdCastoreAff#f1 #landonorris #formula1 #f12025 #maxverstappen #oscarpiastri #mclaren #mclarenf1team #redbullracing #redbullf1 #f1news #f1latest #formula12025 #f1updates #f1teams #f1drivers #papayarules #f1drama #saopaulogp McLaren Just Gifted Max Verstappen the Upper Handhttps://youtu.be/dRNci8ZJbDkCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2025 Formula 1 season has been WILD to say the least... from Oscar Piastri's incredible home win in Melbourne to the shock end (and restart) of Max Verstappen's dominance, we break down everything that's happened so far this year.In this episode, we dive into the standout moments that have defined the season - Nico Hülkenberg's shock podium, Isack Hadjar's breakout moment, and Carlos Sainz's impressive run with Williams Racing. We look back at Lewis Hamilton's lone win and unpack what's gone right (and wrong) for each of the top teams.Then we shift gears to what's next... crunching the championship math to see whether Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, or even George Russell can take home the 2025 Drivers' Championship and previewing this weekend's upcoming Brazilian GP at Interlagos. If you want a refresh on what's been, what's still to come, and who could actually win this title fight, strap yourself in, it's a good one.
McLaren-teambaas Andrea Stella onthult dat de MCL39 simpelweg tegen het plafond zit van wat de wagen kan. De Italiaan legt uit dat dit de reden is dat de ontwikkeling van de auto is stopgezet en dat alle ballen op 2026 zijn gericht.#f1 #mclaren #maxverstappen
Colton Herta is a nine-time winner in the NTT IndyCar Series including the youngest ever at the Circuit of the Americas track in Austin, Texas. He has also dominated events like the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. It was recently announced that he would be leaving his Andretti Global Indy car team and moving on to become the test and reserve driver for the new Cadillac Formula One team. It's also expected for him to compete in the full F2 schedule as well, although as of this writing, no details have been announced. Herta spent 2015 and 2016 racing and winning in Europe in the junior formulae there, so that should also help ease his transition a bit. We caught up with him at the AGPLB media day where he filled us in on the intricacies of getting the most out of the Firestone primary (black) and alternate (red/green) tires for qualifying and racing. This knowledge will be beneficial to him in F1 as Pirelli also uses different tire compounds during race weekends. Enjoy!NOTE: For more information on Herta's F1 exploits, please visit: www.cadillacf1team.comTo hear an earlier raceschool.com podcast interview with Herta where he talks about testing a McLaren F1 car, please visit: https://raceschool.com/raceschool-com-podcast-colton-herta-interview-part-two/
The 2025 Mexico Grand Prix turned the Formula 1 world upside down. Lando Norris took victory and snatched the championship lead from Oscar Piastri, ending the Aussie's incredible title run and flipping the fight on its head.... for now.. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton was hit with a brutal 10-second penalty after clashing with Max Verstappen, reigniting an old rivalry. And over at Mercedes, George Russell's team radio meltdown said it all as frustration boils over. We break down:
We had the most embarrassing celebrity encounter ever at MotoGP… and yes, it involved Chris Hemsworth
Er du interesseret i at annoncere i Bilklubben Podcast? Så skriv direkte til vores annonceafdeling (aka. Grau i lilla habit) på salg@bilklubbenpodcast.dkVelkommen til endnu et afsnit af Bilklubben Podcast! Dine værter i denne uge er Anders Richter og Christian Grau.Grau har kørt tredje generation af Nissan Leaf og er mildt imponeret af den.Richter har genfundet kærligheden for at køre med trailer – undtagen hastigheden...I nyhederne vender vi Dacia Hipster og Renault 5 Turbo 3E.Auktionsnyt i denne uge vender en McLaren F1, som har en dansk historik og er signeret af intet mindre end to F1 verdensmestre.Brevkassen er igen fyldt med spørgsmål fra alle jer lyttere og ikke mindst NP.Verdens sværeste bilquiz har temaet: "Prepperbiler"Afsnit 202 er publiceret d. 20. oktober, 2025.
Think you know F1 tyres? Think again. In this episode of Paddock 43, we dive deep into one of Formula 1's most overlooked, but absolutely crucial topics: tyres. From how different compounds work and what the new 2025 tyre compositions mean for the season, to how teams use tyre strategy to win (or lose) races, we break it all down in a way that actually makes sense. We chat about why tyre management can make or break a Grand Prix, how many tyres teams are allowed to use, what happens to used sets after race weekend, and how tyre wars have shaped F1 history. Whether you're new to the sport or a lifelong fan, this episode will finally make you understand why everyone's obsessed with “the undercut.”
Elle's solo and she's raging.This week on Paddock 43, it's a one-woman debrief on the Singapore Grand Prix — and McLaren have her stress-eating an Oscar Piastri burger at 9AM.From Williams literally catching fire
This week on Paddock 43 we unpack one of the wildest (and longest) weekends Formula 1 has seen this year. The Baku GP delivered pure chaos with six red flags, heartbreak for Oscar Piastri, and Carlos Sainz calling it “the best podium of my career” after Williams pulled off a smooth operation. Plus some slightly insane conspiracy theories around Lando Norris. Off-track, the gossip was just as juicy: Hadjar rumoured as Max Verstappen's 2026 teammate Arvid potentially joining Racing Bulls (and what this means for Liam Lawson or Yuki Tsunoda) Azerbaijan GP extended to 2030 Lando Norris in British Vogue and liking an OnlyFans model's page
#526 Zog On Speed. Our Mr Ireson takes a Porsche Macan EV from London to North Wales and back. He loves Porsche, is a great advocate of EVs, but is it a perfect coupling? Internecine conflict at McLaren and Tesla's pivot. Plus: Kraftwurst's Zuffenhausen.
We're back with a full breakdown of the Italian Grand Prix weekend at Monza!! And yes, it was as chaotic as the Tifosi hoped (and feared). From Ferrari's special livery and Charles and Lewis giving Vatican-core energy, to a fiery start that saw Norris and Verstappen battling through the first chicane, there's a lot to unpack. We cover Max Verstappen's dominant drive back to the top, and we dive DEEP into the McLaren drama and our hot take on this controversy. Plus, all the latest F1 news - Guenther Steiner buying a MotoGP team, Pierre Gasly re-signing with Alpine, Monaco's extension, Williams' penalty review drama, and Daniel Ricciardo becoming Ford's newest ambassador. In Social Corner, it's HB Carlos Sainz (gelato in hand), a spicy Verstappen-Checo dad drama, and a wholesome look at Isa Bernadini building an app to help the visually impaired. We also talk random Monza moments and finish up with our Green and Red Flags of the week. Strap in, it's a good one! Thinking about your next car? Check out Nero Financial's car financing options. Smart, simple, and stress-free. https://nerofinancial.com.au/paddock43/ Book your next adventure with Adrenaline and use code PADDOCK10 for 10% off!
There is technically no overall winner of Monterey Car Week. But unofficially, it's safe to say - the GMSV S1 LM takes that title. === The Carmudgeon Show Sponsor, Vredestein Tires:https://www.vredestein.com/ === Monterey Car Week was more than three weeks ago now, yet we're still having withdrawals. This week, Jason and Derek dive deeper into their individual experiences at the world's most anticipated automotive event of the year, how the event has evolved with new audiences and activities, and how we might expect the event to change next year given these changes. From The Quail, to Concours D'Lemons, to Motorlux, to drifting at Monterey Motorsports Fest, Car Week always has something for everyone. Amongst those highlights, Jason and Derek discuss their exclusive peak around the new Gordon Murray Special Vehicles concept cars: the S1 LM and the Le Mans GTR. Both cars pay tribute to the McLaren F1 in very different ways, but match in their bespoke 4.3L NA V12 powerplants. Derek also discusses his time driving the new RUF Tribute with Alois Ruf himself in the passenger seat. Yet another restomod phenomenon, the new RUF shares very few parts with a Porsche 911 - Jason and Derek discuss this latest evolution and how it compares to the SCR that they've both driven at previous car weeks. All this and more, on this week's episode of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Tesla Reveals Master Plan Part IV - Model Y Sales Jump in Turkey - Valmet Going Away from Contract Manufacturing - Foxconn Still Plans U.S. EV Assembly - Nissan Scales Back U.S. EV Plans - BMW Puts Roll Cage on a Scooter - McLaren F1 Valued at $4 Billion - Cyber Attack Severely Disrupts JLR - Robotaxi Poll Results
Richard is joined by David Cushnan and James Emmett of Leaders. Three stories from this week in the sports business.What happened, why do we care and where's it going?What does McLaren F1's valuation say about F1?Who is David 'Dave' Hopkinson and what's the job of Premier League CEO today?What's the role of the Ryder Cup in the LIV era?Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.
- Tesla Reveals Master Plan Part IV - Model Y Sales Jump in Turkey - Valmet Going Away from Contract Manufacturing - Foxconn Still Plans U.S. EV Assembly - Nissan Scales Back U.S. EV Plans - BMW Puts Roll Cage on a Scooter - McLaren F1 Valued at $4 Billion - Cyber Attack Severely Disrupts JLR - Robotaxi Poll Results
On this weeks paddock 43 episode we chat about F1's worst (but best) kept secret - Bottas and Checo to Cadillac! We then dove straight into the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, which was sure to deliver and was an exceptional way to welcome us back after the summer break. Oscar Piastri converted pole into victory, extending his championship lead and keeping McLaren on top. Lando Norris suffered a late-race retirement from P2, handing second place to Max Verstappen at home, while rookie Isack Hadjar secured a sensational first-ever Formula 1 podium in P3 for Racing Bulls. Three Safety Cars, major incidents involving Hamilton, Leclerc, and Antonelli, and standout drives from George Russell, Alex Albon, and Ollie Bearman kept the field in constant flux. We also cover key news from the summer break, including Checo Pérez and Valtteri Bottas contract confirmations, and react to some of the funniest driver moments off-track. We wrap up with how the championship standings now look heading into Monza, with Piastri holding a commanding lead, plus our green flag/red flag. Thinking about your next car? Check out Nero Financial's car financing options. Smart, simple, and stress-free. https://nerofinancial.com.au/paddock43/ Book your next adventure with Adrenaline and use code PADDOCK10 for 10% off!
Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode Jon's co-host is his son Oliver! They discuss their experiences at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Starting with their arrival during car week, then outlining various activities and notable cars they encountered. They describe seeing high-value cars like a yellow Ferrari F50, a silver McLaren F1, a Ford GT Mark IV, and more. They also touch on topics like motor racing history, observing modern supercars, and the challenges associated with car auctions. Highlights include the Pebble Beach Motor Tour, and exploring several automobile auctions such as RM, Gooding, Mecum, and Bonhams. ==================== 00:00 Discussing Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 01:35 Exploring RM Sotheby's Auction 06:12 Formula One Cars at Pebble Beach 14:29 The Tour d'Elegance 18:49 Gooding & Company Auction Insights 20:58 Exploring the Pantera 23:04 The Ferrari BB Experience 23:43 Car Alarm Mishap at MECUM 26:13 Bonhams Auction Highlights 28:03 Sim Racing Adventures 37:40 Final Thoughts and Anecdotes ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.
Send us a textKeywordssupercars, race car drivers, Formula One, Cadillac, Corvette, McLaren, Car Week, automotive news, car culture, motorsportsSummaryIn this episode, Adam and John dive into the world of motorsports, discussing the greatest race car drivers and supercars of all time. They explore the recent reveal of the Cadillac F1 team, the fire risk associated with the Corvette Z06, and the excitement surrounding Car Week. The hosts also share their experiences and insights on the latest automotive trends and events, including the new McLaren 750LM and the allure of classic cars like the Ferrari F40.TakeawaysRanking race car drivers is subjective and varies by fan.The McLaren F1 is often considered the pinnacle of supercars.Formula One is increasingly focused on entertainment value.The Cadillac F1 team is generating significant buzz in motorsports.Car Week showcases a variety of supercars and automotive culture.The Corvette Z06 has a fire risk that owners should be aware of.The McLaren 750LM is a highly anticipated new model.Sitting in a Ferrari F40 is a memorable experience for car enthusiasts.Car Week has become a major event for car lovers and influencers.Engaging with the audience is key for automotive podcasts.TitlesThe Ultimate Race Car Driver RankingsSupercars Showdown: The Best of All TimeSound bites"Dale Earnhardt number four?""McLaren F1 is number one!""I sat in a Ferrari F40!"Chapters00:00 The Greatest Supercars and Drivers of All Time02:33 Ranking the Greatest Supercars05:02 Formula One's Worst Kept Secret07:57 The Show vs. Pure Racing in F110:47 Cadillac's Entry into Formula One13:37 The Corvette Supercar Reveal17:55 The Future of Performance Cars20:46 Challenges in Dealerships and Service23:57 Fire Risks in High-Performance Vehicles25:48 Experiences from Car Week32:47 The McLaren 750LM and Its FeaturesSupport the show
Jonny and Richard discuss Car Week envy, the new Gordon Murray specials, McLaren F1 wheels, the Porsche 968 Club Tropicana, listeners' messages about incongruous student cars, a surprising shelf in a motorway service area, sighting a Ford Probe, a confusion involving David Attenborough, and why the Welsh buy so many Dacias. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Learn more about this week's sponsor and get 10 percent off with code SSG10 https://duramat.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My Fintech Newsletter for more interviews and the latest insights:↪︎ https://rexsalisbury.substack.com/In this episode, Jack, founder of Airwallex, shares his journey—from working odd jobs in Australia to leading a company that rejected a $1.2B acquisition offer from Stripe and now generates close to $900M in annual revenue. Jack reveals how Airwallex evolved through three distinct phases—from FX infrastructure to a comprehensive business banking platform—serving 150,000 customers globally. We discuss pivotal moments with investors, rapid scaling, and the challenges of global money movement. Jack also shares candid views on stablecoins, go-to-market strategies—including major brand partnerships like McLaren F1 and Arsenal—and dives into Airwallex's ambitious AI plans that aim to revolutionize finance. Tune in to hear about bold decisions, lessons from near-bankruptcy, and what's next for one of fintech's fastest-growing companies.Jack Zhang: linkedin.com/in/jack-zhang-0520022200:00 - Why Airwallex turned down Stripe's $1.2B offer00:37 - Jack's journey: Odd jobs to founder01:08 - Stablecoins and global money movement: Useless or gamechanger?03:22 - Unlocking initial hypergrowth: Key customers and industries05:20 - Pivoting product: What didn't work and why07:37 - Three phases of Airwallex's growth08:58 - Building a layered business banking platform10:06 - From student magazines to diverse side businesses13:37 - Lessons from early failures and successes15:34 - Creating borderless financial infrastructure16:56 - Are stablecoins really practical for payments?19:18 - Scaling payments: Liquidity, costs, and geographies21:36 - Airwallex today: Revenue and growth stats22:23 - Market scope and expansion plans24:18 - The million-dollar meeting: Raising capital27:04 - Hardest fundraises and investor stories29:28 - Go-to-market strategy: Brand and partnerships33:25 - Investing in brand: The timing and payoff34:24 - Founder visibility: Why Jack speaks out now37:05 - Impact of storytelling on growth and hiring38:32 - Life outside Airwallex: Hobbies & balance38:44 - Expansion in the US: Offices and hiring plans40:13 - Airwallex Copilot: AI agents for autonomous finance41:42 - AI-powered products: The future of business ops42:22 - Major product launches: Full-stack billing for AI companies43:15 - Crossing $1B ARR: What's next for Airwallex44:13 - Airwallex Billing: Features, rollout, and free offer___Connect with Rex on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rexsalisbury/Twitter: https://twitter.com/rexsalisburyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rex.salisburyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rexsalisbury/
It's Monterey Car Week on Episode 105 of the CarQuicks Podcast. We highlight my favorites from this week of automotive reveals. From Gordon Murray reimagining a modern McLaren F1, new slantnose 911s, a 2000+ HP MANUAL hypercar, Lamborghini releasing a new limited supercar, and Lexus revealing their next super sports car. Along with news on Shelby's newest Mustang, the RingBrothers restomod on an Aston Martin DBS, Volkswagen's new subscription service to unlock more horsepower, GR Corolla update,s and more!Grab a snack, relax, and enjoy!-#monterreycarweek #carweek #lamborghini #lamborghinifenomeno #LexusLFR #grcorolla #carquicks #carquickspodcast #automobile #sportscar #podcast #supercar #carenthusiast #performancecars #automotivenews #automotivepodcast #Episode105 #guntherwerks #AcuraRSX #Ringbrothers #octavia #shelbysupersnaker__________00:00 Introduction01:43 Gordon Murray Reimagines the McLaren F1 | S1 LM08:14 Gordon Murray makes a T.50-based LeMans-style Supercar09:53 RingBRothers build a modern Aston Martin DBS | The Octavia13:46 Lexus LFR | The Next Lexus Supercar?19:00 Guntherwerks reveals teh F26 | A new Slantnose 91123:01 Lamborghini Fenomeno | Only 29 copies to be built of the MOST Powerful Lamborghini ever26:33 Hennessey Motorsports reveals a MANUAL 2031HP Hypercar29:20 Volkswagen is CHARGING their buyers a SUBSCRIPTION for Horsepower36:47 Shelby announces the Super Snake R for... $225,00039:58 Acura reveals the RSX Prototype43:13 GR Corolla Updates | Channel Updates 44:30 New Hyundai Car Reviews | Practicing my review style48:01 Outro
Play Podcast: 08-18-25f1weekly1108.mp3 While Zak Brown sells futures of McLaren F1 cars in Monterey! F1Weekly continues to bring you more Nasir Hameed wisdom with thoughts on what really happened between Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel. Interview with Tom Dillman, Derek Daily and Conor Daily. Derek started with go-karting, moving on to a dirt oval track […] The post F1Weekly Podcast # 1108 appeared first on F1Weekly.com - Home of The Premiere Motorsport Podcast (Formula One, Formula Two, Formula Three, Motorsport Mondial).
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I chat with Andy Wilson, Senior Director at Dropbox, to explore how AI is quietly but fundamentally changing how we work. Andy offers a deep dive into Dropbox Dash, an AI-powered search and knowledge management tool designed to cut through digital noise and reclaim the one thing most professionals are running out of: time. We unpack how Dash is solving the growing problem of content sprawl by integrating with over 60 SaaS platforms, offering AI-driven answers instead of just links. Andy describes it best: the internet lets you search all of human knowledge, but good luck finding that one deck from last quarter in your company's Google Drive. Dash aims to fix that. And it's already doing so for teams like McLaren F1, who use the platform to coordinate high-stakes race weekends with precision and security. We also discuss how Dropbox is adopting AI internally, from the acquisition of Reclaim.ai to enhancing virtual-first collaboration with intelligent scheduling and governance tools. For Dropbox, AI isn't a novelty. It's becoming the backbone of how distributed teams work better together. Andy likens it to having a personalized chief of staff, helping you prioritize, organize, and even remind you when to take a break. Our conversation also touches on Andy's creative roots at the BBC and Aardman, and how those experiences shaped his product thinking today. He shares real examples of how Dropbox supports content creators and knowledge workers alike, including feedback tools like Dropbox Replay and user-generated storytelling workflows powered by simple file request features. If you're wrestling with digital overload, managing hybrid teams, or just wondering how AI can actually help without taking over, this episode is for you. Andy paints a grounded, human picture of the future of work, one where AI supports creativity and restores clarity, not chaos.
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jon Stona, who leads marketing at Airwallex, one of the fastest-growing fintechs in the world. Operating across 130+ markets from their Singapore headquarters, Jon shares how they've built a modern marketing organisation that balances global consistency with local authenticity. From the critical importance of product marketing to bold brand moves like their McLaren F1 partnership, this episode explores what it takes to scale marketing in the fintech space while challenging traditional B2B playbooks. Key Topics Covered Global Marketing Architecture Why Airwallex chose to build their marketing function from APAC rather than traditional hubs like Silicon ValleyThe strategic advantage of hiring talent familiar with fragmentation and global tradeManaging distributed teams across multiple time zones and regions Product Marketing as Foundation Why product marketing is the most under-invested function in marketingJon's goal to grow product marketing to 10% of the marketing organisationThe four-dimensional coverage model: product suites, geography, industry verticals, and competitive intelligence Brand Building in Fintech The trust equation: reliability + credibility + intimacy - self-orientationHow the McLaren F1 partnership addresses all four trust componentsMeasuring brand impact through awareness surveys, pipeline metrics, and employee sentiment AI and Marketing Evolution Practical AI implementations using tools like Writer and ProfoundThe paradigm shift in SEO and content strategyWhy AI advancement might make first-principles marketing even more important Notable Quotes "You're not marketing to business decision makers. You're marketing to humans who happen to make business decisions." "If your core is strong, even as a human being, then the rest tends to get strength from that." "Data is important, but data should not override common sense." "Never lose sight of first principles... all good marketing starts with good insight." Key Takeaways Geography isn't destiny - Core marketing capabilities matter more than location when scaling globallyProduct marketing is critical - It's the foundation that makes all other marketing efforts effectiveTrust is multi-dimensional - Especially in fintech, building trust requires a strategic approach across multiple touchpointsHuman connection wins - Even in B2B, you're ultimately marketing to humans, not businessesBold moves differentiate - In a crowded market, calculated risks and creative approaches cut through the noise Rapid Fire Insights Must-read resource: "Nudge" - behavioural economics and decision-makingKey advice: Don't get trapped doing the same playbook everyone else usesWhat excites him most: The transformational potential of B2B marketing beyond marginal gains Guest Bio Jon Stona leads global marketing at Airwallex, a fintech unicorn that has grown from a Melbourne coffee shop startup to serving customers across 130+ markets. Based in Singapore, Jon oversees marketing strategy for one of the world's fastest-growing financial infrastructure platforms, with a focus on building product marketing capabilities and bold brand initiatives that challenge traditional B2B conventions. This episode is perfect for marketing leaders looking to scale globally, fintech professionals interested in brand building, and anyone curious about the future of B2B marketing in an AI-driven world.
“Send us a Hey Now!”Sometimes an off week offers up nothing in terms of content for us. Worse than that is an off week ahead of another off week meaning we don't even have a race to preview.Well, luckily for us, Red Bull dropped some news this week that gave us plenty to talk about.We also decided to review the F1 movie given that it's been out for a while now so hopefully not spoiling things for folk.Episode running order as always is...1) News & SocialAll the best bits from both the sports news out there as well as what caught our eye on the various social channels2) Brian's Video Vault https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsNPOdmWrEc. F1 Driver Alex Albon Eats the Spiciest Meal of His Life | Heat Eaters. First We Feast channel. 13 mins. LOVED THIS! Can we please just clone Alex? Even with some ‘tude this season on the radio, he's continually becoming one of my faves.https://youtu.be/phZfIA9fAUM?si=5bn60oEVQzDlr-1x Brad Pitt Drives An F1 Car For The First Time | Full Day With McLaren. 25 mins. Lando shows Brad the ropes in his 2023 F1 car at COTA. Loved this for the fact Brad took it on, for the explanations of F2 vs F1 cars, for Brad seeming to legitimately scared yet honored to be allowed to do it, the Lando guided tour in the McLaren and all Brad's questions/reactionshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbG4AmvhckU. F1 Drivers Answer The Most Googled Formula 1 Questions | WIRED. 8 mins. Great time with RB, Williams, and Haas driver answering questions. Enjoyed it!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVfOpVmHaAc. A Closer Look At Oscar Piastri's Silverstone Penalty | Jolyon Palmer's F1 TV Analysis. F1 Channel. 10 mins. Count Jolyon in the “Team Oscar” group of no penalty needed…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNtfK71F0GA. Brad Pitt and Martin Brundle DRIVE Lando Norris' McLaren F1 car
Thanks to Ridge for sponsoring this episode! Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code PASTGAS at https://www.Ridge.com/PASTGAS #Ridgepod #ad Thanks to Hankook for sponsoring today's video! Click here [https://bit.ly/45MYHNx] to learn more about Dynapro tires! Join us this week as we explore the rise of Gordon Murray — a self-made engineer who quietly built the greatest car the world has ever seen. From a homemade race car in South Africa to rewriting the rules of F1 with the Brabham fan car, Murray wasn't just good — he was dangerous. Then he designed the McLaren F1, and perfection went from theory to reality. What made this machine so untouchable? And how did one man get so far ahead of everyone else? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Play Podcast: 06-23-25f1weekly1100.mp3 Brad Pit has private McLaren F1 test at COTA. Max skips another F1 movie premier and, with no race this week let’s go directly to the Nasir Hameed archives with an in depth conversation with Carlos Reutemann. The Brabham BT44B was Carlos Reutemann’s favourite F1 car, according to Gordon Murray. As the […] The post F1Weekly Podcast # 1100 appeared first on F1Weekly.com - Home of The Premiere Motorsport Podcast (Formula One, Formula Two, Formula Three, Motorsport Mondial).
Tired of boring, lookalike crossovers? The 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce is the answer to that issue. It and the all-new 2026 Toyota Corolla FX are our road test vehicles this week. Host Jack Nerad found himself at the controls of the Tonale, a compact SUV that brings Italian luxury and performance to a pretty ho-hum segment. With its sharp design, 268-horsepower turbo engine, adaptive suspension, and upscale interior, it offers a distinctive alternative in a crowded class. The Veloce trim that Jack Nerad tested features adaptive dampers, optional 20-inch alloy wheels, and performance-tuned steering for sharper handling. Its turbocharged four-cylinder engine is teamed with standard with all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the Tonale offers leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, a 10.25-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. With its distinctive styling, including the test car's optional Verde Fangio green paint and signature LED lighting, the Tonale Veloce brings premium European character to the compact SUV segment. At a special Toyota event in Plano, Texas, guest co-host Matt DeLorenzo took the wheel of the all-new 2026 Toyota Corolla Hatchback FX Edition. The colorful trim builds on the SE model with unique visual and functional upgrades that nod to the original 1980s-vintage FX16. It features a black vented sport wing for added aerodynamic flair, 18-inch gloss white alloy wheels, and retro FX badging on the rear hatch. Inside, it offers suede-trimmed sport seats accented by orange contrast stitching, a seven-inch digital gauge cluster, and standard wireless charging. The FX is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 169 horsepower, and offers a sporty suspension setup and a manufacturer-estimated 33 mpg combined. Only 1,600 units will be offered in the U.S., and it will come in three vibrant color choices: Inferno, Ice Cap, and Blue Crush Metallic. In our news segment, we will discuss Cadillac's debut of the 2026 Optiq-V, a performance-oriented electric SUV boasting 519 horsepower, an estimated 275-mile range, and Cadillac's first use of the North American Charging Standard. With dramatic styling, launch control, and a 33-inch LED display, it's yet another move in General Motors' EV strategy. That strategy might take its lumps as the Trump Administration takes steps to roll back Biden-era fuel economy regulations, citing legal issues with the way EVs were factored into earlier targets. While immediate changes are limited, this signals a broader shift in auto policy that could ease pressure on automakers but potentially slow progress toward emissions reduction. Speculation swirled this week about Porsche manufacturing cars in the U.S., but the company denied any such plans, citing low volumes and high costs. Despite that, ongoing tariff talks and Volkswagen Group's broader American investment strategy suggest the door may not be fully closed. Matt DeLorenzo and Jack Nerad will share their thoughts on those prospects. Tesla also made headlines with the resignation of Milan Kovac, head of its Optimus robot project. Kovac played a major role in developing Tesla's humanoid robotics program, and his departure raises questions about the future of the bold, still-developing initiative. In Los Angeles, the Petersen Automotive Museum has launched its *“Totally Awesome! Cars and Culture of the '80s and '90s”* exhibit. With standout vehicles like the McLaren F1, Audi S1 E2 rally car, and Ferris Bueller's Ferrari replica, the show is a nostalgic and immersive look at two transformative automotive decades. Our special guest this week is Doron Levin, a longtime automotive journalist and editor at BetterInvesting, who joins us to share his insights on where the industry is heading. Jack caught up with him at a Toyota event in Texas. Finally,
“I don't think I'm here because I want to be remembered by everyone or be known as the best in the world, I'm here to just enjoy my life. Some people want to be remembered forever, I have no interest in that- I want to enjoy my moment. ” Lando Norris Pivot Family we are in Miami and we have an unbelievable show for you!! In partnership with Jack Daniels and McLaren, we are racing through the sports world with a Pivotal pitstop at this weekend's Formula One Grand Prix ! The racing fanbase is loyal and the extreme popularity of F1 has hit the United States and we were excited to be apart of the conversation. That's right, not only are we sitting with the 2024 Miami Grand Prix winner and experiencing the sights and sounds of race wknd- We are talking all the biggest headlines and storylines in sports from the Sanders family big week to The Haliburton's to the viral 100 men vs a gorilla question…this episode is packed and one you definitely want to tap into! Join Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor, and Channing Crowder as they sit down with the 25 year old Formula 1 sensation Lando Norris as we learn more about the man behind the helmet. Lando brings the guys up to speed on the ins and outs of racing and not only what it takes to compete at the highest level, but win. From his early days karting in the UK to becoming a leading driver for McLaren, Lando shares the pivotal moments that have defined his journey both on and off the track. Lando opens up about the mental challenges of competing at the highest level, discussing how he navigates pressure, criticism, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. He reflects on his experiences getting into racing, his childhood upbringing, importance of family bonds, having a strong mindset, and the strategies he employs to maintain focus and resilience. The conversation also delves into the dynamics within the McLaren team, the price of racing, the lessons learned from both triumphs and setbacks as well as Lando's future as a driver and what he envisions for himself down the road. Lando's candid insights offer a rare glimpse into the mindset of a young athlete striving for excellence in one of the world's most demanding sports, that only has 20 spots to compete. Back in Miami where he captured his first Grand Prix checkered flag last year, Lando has sights set on returning to the podium and continuing to chase his dream to be a champion. Lando heads back to the garage for final preparations, Ryan, Channing and Fred continue to chat about NFL Draft with the Sanders, NBA playoffs and the guys listen to Channing say he will defy the odds and be one of the men who wouldn't be afraid to take on a Gorilla! We laugh, we learn a lot about a brand new world to us and continue to bring insightful and impactful discussions. We truly appreciate Jack Daniels for their partnership and allowing us the opportunity to be at the forefront of all the action and along side two globally iconic brands that share common values as Jack Daniel and Bruce McLaren founded their brands with a pioneering spirit driven by a craftsman's continuous quest for perfection which we strive to do with all of our content on The Pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bank robbers prefer sport sedans: all the speed of a supercar with seating for all their accomplices — and trunk space for their loot. And the fast sedan was born with the Jaguar sedan powered by a Le Mans-winning-engine. In the 1950s, Jaguar was on a Le Mans winning streak with its MK120-C and D-Type race cars. But why let the sports cars have all the fun? In 1955 Jaguar introduced the 2.4 Saloon (aka the Mark 1), and a handful of months later plopped their Le Mans-winning 210 hp 3.4L straight-6 engine into the chassis to create the 3.4 Saloon. Equipped with race-spec 4-wheel discs and double-wishbone front suspension it outran everything (including the police), and is arguably the world's first sports sedan. In this episode we'll cover the elegantly menacing Jaguar 3.4 Saloon or “Mark 1”. Starting with how to properly pronounce Jagyoowuhr. Or is it Jagwire? Depends. We'll cover the marque's origins – from Sir William Lyons' Swallow Sidecar Company, to early sports cars like the XK120 and the Le Mans winning streak of the 1950s with the C-Type and D-Type. The 2.4L straight-6, followed by the monster 3.4, then 3.8, and even 4.2 which was used all the way up until the mid-1980s in the XJ6 and even early 90s in the Daimler DS420. The 3.4 Saloon employed 4-wheel disc brakes, double wishbone front suspension, a cantilevered rear leaf spring, and panhard rod. Early cars had centrally-mounted gauges, and the chassis was Jaguar's first to use unitary construction. Sadly, galvanization wouldn't take off for another two decades, starting at Porsche. And while the unibody proved stronger than anticipated, it wasn't strong enough to protect racer Mike Hawthorne when he fatally crashed his Mark 1 while passing a Mercedes 300SL Gullwing in England in 1959. The Mark 1 comes from a bygone era of race cars where Le Mans-winning engines (and entire vehicles) would find their way into dealer showrooms effectively unchanged. With few exceptions since (notably the McLaren F1 – which, incredibly, went the reverse direction from streetcar to dominant race car). The last of the breed may have been the Mark III Ford GT40, as things escalated dramatically with the arrival of the Porsche 917. Luckily for us poors, plenty of lower level racing exists, and we got a handful of other homologation specials to choose from in the form of the BMW E30 M3, Mercedes-Benz 190 2.3-16, Ford Sierra RS Cosworth, and Rover SD1, to name a few. Cars like the Alfa Giulietta Ti sedan give the Jag a challenge for the original sports sedan mantle, but the Italian wasn't first. In today's world, the Jag was a performance-per-dollar bargain akin to a Tesla Model 3. Or possibly a Dodge Charger Hellcat. In any case, today's quintessential sports sedan, the M3, has gotten far too pricey to be considered a bargain. As Derek points out, if you're a thrifty enthusiast, skip the G80 and E30 and get yourself a nice used E36 or E46. No matter what you buy, budget for fixing it (especially if it's a Land Rover). And always, always get a silly license plate. Just maybe one that doesn't tempt fate like Jason's friend's NEED AAA plate. Because, umm, he did. Immediately. [The words Hagerty Roadside didn't fit on the plate. Obviously.] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices