UKMotorTalk
UKMotorTalk
First Take Media
Sometime erratic scribblers and broadcasters of motoring and motorsport-related stuff. Often found with tongue embedded in cheek (or occasionally foot in mouth..), UKMotorTalk brings you an independent view on motoring and motorsport.
F1 in the wet of Brazil and seeking advice about which new car to buy
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.
Nov 8, 2024
36 min
Track Days, F1 USA and Everything Electric Show
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.
Oct 25, 2024
42 min
A wet day of road tests - Lotus, MG, Kia, BMW and Hyundai
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.
Oct 4, 2024
1 hr 8 min
F1 Swearing, Flooded Roads and Goodbye Daniel
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.
Sep 27, 2024
30 min
$50 million 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 F1 car up for auction
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.
Aug 30, 2024
45 min
The British Motor Show 2024
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.
Aug 23, 2024
1 hr 11 min
We Are At The British Motor Show, so no podcast today!
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.
Aug 16, 2024
44 sec
Festival of the Unexceptional 2024
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.
Aug 2, 2024
38 min
355 by Evoluto and Ford Capri - A Tale of Two Launches
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.
Jul 19, 2024
43 min
Max vs Lando and debadging, good or bad?
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.
Jul 5, 2024
34 min
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