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In this episode:McLaren joining Extreme E.Electric conversion for your classic?Bugatti EB 110 For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/06/podcast-an-all-electric-world/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The team have been enjoying the nicer weather with visits to Goodwood for Retro Rides, and test driving the wide bodied Caterham.Also in the episode we talk Lotus' tooling, the Rimac Nevara, the scent of Bentley "Momentum Unbreakable", Extreme E's second X-Prix, Monaco Grand Prix, and the Indy 500.We also pay tribute to Max Mosley's safety work with both motorsport and road cars. For more: http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/06/podcast-rimacs-1888hp-nevera-caterham-test-drive-toyotas-10-year-warranties-and-the-smell-of-bentley/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Mike and Jim discuss:McLaren's spectacular Gulf livery for the Monaco Grand PrixHow Mike is progressing with his Ford Orion Equipe, "The Onion"A grown up, sensible topic.. Used car prices surgingThe Mustang Mach-E - Jim seems impressed! For more, visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/05/podcast-mclarens-monaco-gulf-livery-used-car-price-surge-and-onion-update/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode:the team get quite excited about the chance to buy an almost full-sized, drivable, version of the Tamiya Wild One, radio controlled car, remembered so well from the 80s.... wildonemax.comdiscuss what could have been with a few hundred thousand pounds of spending in the Mitsubishi sell-off auctionand wonder what a 37mph limit for "Automated Lane Keeping Systems" on motorways really means for autonomous driving in the UK For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/05/podcast-the-future-has-arrived-almost-full-sized-rc-cars-and-barely-autonomous-driving/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the team discuss:The VW ID.4, just announced as the World Car of the YearFormula One's snappily titled "Pirelli Gran Premio Del Made In Italy E Dell'emilia Romagna 2021"The "cons" without many "pros" of "Smart" Motorwaysand check out the Mitsubishi sell off auction to find a bargain... or not! For more information visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/04/podcast-world-car-of-the-year-smart-motorways-and-the-f1-emilia-romagna-grand-prix/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, the team look back at motoring April Fools from years past, and discuss the first Extreme E race weekend and the evocative power of the sound of an engine.They also wonder if the last 12 months of lockdown have had a serious effect on people's driving! For more information, videos and links, visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/04/podcast-april-fools-and-extreme-e/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In an eclectic selection of topics, in this episode we discuss:Mitsubishi UK's closing down sale/auctionExtreme EBTCC 2021The new Peugeot 308Videos of the newly restored BRM P15 V16, the Ferrari 250 GTO, and Gordon Murray's first drive of his new T.50 We also pay tribute to Murray Walker, Sabine Schmitz, Johnny Dumfries and Hannu Mikkola. For more, including links to the YouTube videos, visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/03/podcast-extreme-e-to-the-peugeot-308-btcc-to-the-ferrari-250-gto/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On a sad day for all motor sport fans, we get together to remember Murray Walker who has died today aged 97. http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/03/podcast-murray-walker-remembered/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With Pre-Season Testing starting any second now, we have a gentle stroll along the 2021 Formula One grid... and make some "optimistic" predictions!Also keeping us occupied are the many and various "Car of the Year" awards being announced.... For more visit:   http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/03/podcast-a-look-at-the-2021-formula-one-grid-and-cars-of-the-year/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode:The rise in the numbers of stolen catalytic convertorsThe Ferrari Hypercar aiming for the 2023 WEC and Le MansA Mustang Mach-E to replace a PHEV BMW?Adrian Newey's "How to Build a Car" autobiography For more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/03/podcast-ferrari-hypercar-at-le-mans-cat-theft-rising-and-the-life-of-adrian-newey/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Lotus brings production of the Elise and Exige to an end, we have a fond look back at the Lotus brand.We also look forward to the promised delivery of the TVR Griffith in 2022.We also discuss the possibilities of synthetic fuel production, used Porsches, and the endless options of what to do with Mike's Ford Orion! See more at:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/02/podcast-goodbye-lotus-elise-and-exige-hello-tvr-griffith/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we discuss:The Renault Clio V6 and Renault's electric 5 prototypeRover 3500 V8A cheap replacement for a runaround Ford FocusA "state of the union" look at the UK motor industryAn excited glance at Jenson Button's entry into Extreme E Find more at   http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/01/podcast-renault-5-prototype-hot-hatches-and-the-uk-motor-industry/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We take a look forward to what 2021 might have to offer us.... from a (rather expensive) day of driving in Takuma Sato's 2002 F1 car, to a (much more reasonable!) all-electric "mobility solution" from Citroen... Just €19.99 per month if you're in France!!For more information and pictures, visit  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/01/podcast-2021-a-jordan-f1-driving-experience-citroens-ami-and-left-hand-drive/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our special Christmas themed edition, we talk about:Christmas Presents, Good, Bad and unlikely to receiveGR Yaris (Again! Yes, we do like it!!)How Brexit will effect our access to mainland Europe's roadsOur "Cars of 2020"What we're looking forward to in 2021 For pictures and links, go to :  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/12/podcast-ho-ho-ho-merry-christmas-2020/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition:The many highs and low of Bahrain's two F1 races including the Perez win, the Russell 'what might have been', the Grosjean 'thankfully it wasn't', and Lewis' absence.The GR YarisDriving in Europe from 2021. No, we don't have the answers... Yet! For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/12/podcast-bad-luck-george-well-done-checo-romain-relief-and-the-gr-yaris/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another meandering stroll through the motoring world... including:Road Safety WeekLewis Hamilton becomes a 7 times ChampionGetting trapped in the car sales site's webElectric Cars again!Taking the leap for that "Dream Car"An update on Mike's SEAT AtecaFor more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/11/podcast-congrats-to-lewis-road-safety-week-and-the-car-sales-web-of-temptation/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Recording on Bonfire Night, with the accompanying firework noise, we catch up with news of the American election, Goodwood Speedweek, a track day in the FiST at Brands Hatch, Skoda's patented light up seatbelt buckles, and the excitement of Bowler using the "classic" Land Rover Defender shape, and Bentley recreating the 1929 supercharged 4½-litre “Blower”.For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/11/podcast-goodwood-speedweek-brands-hatch-in-fist-and-bentley-blower-continuation/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The eclectic mix of motoring and motor sport related conversation this time includes:Enjoying track daysProposed changes to the Highway CodeIs Lewis Hamilton The Greatest? Sir Jackie doesn't think so!Is Your Car Getting Fat?More at  www.UKMotorTalk.co.uk and http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/10/podcast-is-lewis-the-greatest-dont-veer-for-deer-is-your-car-getting-fat/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our usual eclectic mix of motoring stories and opinions... including:The Maserati MC20Aston Martin VictorMorris MinorsBizarre CarsThe Least Exotic Parts BinsFind more at  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/10/podcast-maserati-mc20-smart-roads-bizarre-cars-the-least-exotic-parts-bins/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Though we were perhaps not entirely surprised to hear that Sir Frank and Claire Williams are stepping back from Williams F1, it is still marking the end of an era... and, we hope, the beginning of a new one!We also look at the Italian Grand Prix and (spoiler alert!) congratulate Pierre Gasly on an unusual win.Also on the podcast today, F1 associated road cars, what is the future of motor sport (including Lewis Hamilton's new 'Extreme E' team, X44), and we look forward to hearing more about the Maserati MC20 which has just been revealed.For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/09/podcast-a-fond-farewell-to-frank-and-claire-congrats-to-pierre-and-racing-of-the-future/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.