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A surprise delivery of the new Ford Fiesta prompts Mike, Jim and Graham to compare it with the previous model... and the colours that suit different cars.They also put many hundreds of hours of watching car-related television programmes and YouTube videos to good use with a discussion about the variety of "content" that is out there, including those concentrating on restorations, and some of the shows that have, over the years, swerved more towards entertainment rather than information.... You know the one(s) we mean!https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/02/podcast-car-shows-on-tv-and-the-new-ford-fiesta/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With all of the changes to the Formula One rules and regulations, Graham, Jim and Mike pick their way through the current situation, and then spread their motor sport wings to cover Formula E and WRC too!As some light relief, they also talk about a "giant" VW Beetle seen on facebook....https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-a-focus-on-motor-sport-and-a-giant-beetle/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode:What cars are we looking forward to in 2022? From Citroen's AMI through to Ferrari's Purosangue... Now there's choice!Now we're into 2022, have all of the issues regarding the global chip shortage gone away? Er, no. Unfortunately not.The WRC goes hybrid. UKMT's Graham Benge talks to Ford and M-Sport about the changes.https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-new-cars-of-2022/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this first episode of 2022:Good news on the "Smart Motorway" frontChanges to the Highway Code - The "Hierarchy of Road Users"Upgrades to the FiST track carNews of Mike's Orion "Onion" projectWarm memories of 80s and 90s cars now considered "retro"https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-highway-code-changes-track-car-upgrades-and-80s-and-90s-retro/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss:The finale of the 2021 Formula One season... and congratulate whoever won!Toyota's all electric dreams... when we thought they favoured hydrogenHopes of Christmas toys for children over 30!The glorious Farewell to a legend: “The Last Blast” short film about the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR "722"The achievements of "The UK in a Peel P50" reaching Lands End.https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/12/podcast-ho-ho-ho-2021/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode:We pay tribute to Sir Frank Williams who has died aged 79Browse the web for Christmas gift ideas, good and bad!Admire Guy Martin's many and varied projects seen on TVand look forward to the "pop up" British Motor Show in Portsmouth for most of DecemberFor more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/12/podcast-sir-frank-williams-christmas-gift-ideas-and-guy-martin-on-tv/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition of the UKMotorTalk podcast, Mike, Jim and Graham discuss:Another Brands Hatch track day in the FiSTThe launch of the British Motor Show 2022 at Farnborough, including how you can get involved if you have a 'modded' car, and the excellent work of Motor Club charity Sporting Bears.The final few races of the 2021 F1 season... and the McLaren Audi rumoursAnd finally, a charity drive from John O'Groats to Lands End in a Peel P50?!? GoFundMe Track their progressFor more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/11/podcast-british-motor-show-2022-sporting-bears-and-f1-showdown/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The clock change prompts a discussion about people not using headlights, driving lessons and 80s VW Golf interiors... No, you couldn't plan it if you wanted to!Also getting the team's attention is the danger of "Smart" All Lane Running Motorways, London's newly expanded ULEZ zone, and the new Range Rover and Ora Cat.....For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/11/podcast-new-range-rover-the-ora-cat-and-how-smart-are-smart-motorways/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As an extension to a "France vs Italy" WhatsApp group discussion, Mike, Graham and Dave talk about the attractions (and distractions!) of the differing auto-design philisophies associated with the two nations.Also in this episode, we talk fuel supply issues and whether this is the nudge we all need to go electric! For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/10/podcast-french-vs-italian-cars-discuss/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Graham, Helena and Andrew enjoy a day of test drives from the SMMT Test Day South at the sumptuous Oakley Hall Hotel (near Basingstoke!).Vehicles on test include:DS3 Crossback E-TenseKia Sorento PHEV AWDLexus UX300eNissan Qashqai Tekna+Volvo V60 B5For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/10/podcast-random-road-tests-from-smmt-test-day-south/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike and Jim look back at a day out at the Goodwood Revival 2021.Highlights include a chat with Simon Owen of BRM talking about the all-new reconstruction of the BRM V16 of the 1950s... and catching up with automotive artist Ian Cook of Pop Bang Colour... For more, including photographs and video links:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/09/podcast-goodwood-revival-2021/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss:F1 driver changesEnjoying a trip to Brooklands MuseumKia's EV6 and Hyundai's Ioniq 5 and Vision FK We also repeatedly watch Mike falling over at his own front door... and you can too! Go to https://youtu.be/W-a4abYeqWk For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/09/podcast-f1-musical-chairs-the-joy-of-brooklands-kias-ev6-and-hyundais-ioniq-5-and-vision-fk/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike and Jim spend a pleasant day wandering about the British Motor Show chatting with many an enthusiast about all things automotive...More, including pictures and links, at:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/08/podcast-the-british-motor-show-2021/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this, our 100th podcast:Mike and Jim tell us about their track day at DoningtonWe look forward to the British Motor ShowWe hear about the curious world of diesel motorbikesand talk about the many and various "mods" made to vehicles For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/08/podcast-donington-track-day-diesel-motorbikes-and-vehicle-modding/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we talk about a £46k 1987 Toyota Corolla GT and how classic cars prices appear so unpredicatable, the new electric AC Cobra, and the dangers of working on cars.Mike and Jim are also looking forward to a track day at Donington in the FiST... For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-ac-cobra-goes-electric-and-an-expensive-1987-toyota-corolla-gt/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following a busy couple of weeks "out and about", the team quiz Graham on his days out at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Test Day at the Millbrook Proving Ground.Also discussed is the forthcoming Alpine F1 podcast "Prost in the Paddock". For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-some-great-days-out-for-graham-smmt-test-day/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Graham has decided that the Sunday of the Goodwood Festival of Speed should be used to watch and enjoy even more of the car and track action... and quite right too! However, he has still managed to catch up with:Ari VatanenAnnette MasonDickie StanfordEmanuele Pirro... amongst many others! For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-festival-of-speed-sunday/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The damper weather does nothing to dampen the mood at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021, and UKMotorTalk's Graham Benge is unstoppable in seeking out THE people to talk to:Karun ChandhokTessa WhittockRomain DumasKenny AchesonMalcolm Wilsonto name but a few.... For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-goodwood-festival-of-speed-2021-saturday/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

UKMotorTalk's Graham Benge makes the most of the Sussex sunshine to take in this marvellous event, and talk to some of the great names of motor sport, including:Derek BellMarino FranchittiSebastien LoebRoger PenskeDavid RichardsJohn Watson For more info:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-friday-at-the-goodwood-festival-of-speed/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode:Princess Diana's old Ford Escort is sold for a lot of money!E10 Fuel and why YOU need to know about itStyrian F1 Grand PrixThe continued theft of catalytic convertorsNissan's battery factory to be built in SunderlandFor more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-princess-dianas-escort-e10-fuel-more-cat-thefts-and-batteries-for-britain/ Final Battle of the Dark Wizards by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3752-final-battle-of-the-dark-wizardsLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.