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As we look forward to an all electric future, the T50 from Gordon Murray Automotive arrives like a breath of fresh air.... with a 3.9litre V12 naturally aspirated petrol engine!Also on the agenda are the sale of Williams, the death of Mitsubishi in the UK, and even more tech in YOUR car.See more on the UKMotorTalk website @  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/08/podcast-the-sale-of-williams-the-t50-from-gordon-murray-and-even-more-tech-your-car-must-have/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following two gruelling weekends in the heat of Silverstone (and that was just at home watching it!), we talk F1, BTCC, and Formula E.We also catch up with Mike's ongoing car buying issues, and discuss some of the tech we can't live without, and some we can (quite easily)!More at:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/08/podcast-the-two-weekends-of-silverstone/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Choosing a new SUV when there are so many manufacturers and models to choose from, where to buy it, and how to pay for it... We answer none of these issues, but talk it through for a while!MG, VW, Skoda, BMW, Volvo..? Do you want "a deal"? What size/kind of car do you actually need? Would an estate car be a better idea? What if you want to "Buy British"..?? More:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/07/podcast-a-serious,-grown-up-conversation-about-buying-an-suv/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As we all struggle to get the Zoom connections working, ironically the topic of conversation turns to technology and cars. Are the advances in "driver aids" and vehicle safety measures adding to, or detracting from, the driving experience?Meanwhile, the fictional UKMotorTalk spending power is directed at the £3.3million Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation..... See more, including the YouTube videos mentioned at:http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/07/podcast-can-you-hear-us-graham/ “Delirium” – Music: https://www.purple-planet.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcoming David back on the podcast, we discuss the thrills and spills of driving lessons, the end of the MOT extensions, and good, bad, ugly and unusual "affordable" dream cars, from Ferrari to Ford! For more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/07/podcast-good-bad-ugly-and-unusual-affordable-dream-cars/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition:Did the Virtual Le Mans 24 race grab our attention?How do we feel about a possible electric car scrappage scheme?Dusting down the Fiesta ST (FiST) track car and giving it a new lookWhatever happened to 4x4/AWD special editions? With Cavalier Turbo 4x4 and various Sierra and Escort Cosworths examples that immediately spring to mind...Visit http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/06/podcast-a-new-look-for-the-track-car-and-the-pros-and-cons-of-scrappage-schemes/ for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With some good news to talk about, we discuss the restarting of the world's motorsport with F1's first 8 race dates topping the list.Also in the news, another Classics for Carers ( https://www.classicsforcarers.com/ ) event, the results of the Bonhams Blue Auction, the opportunity to get some refunds from your car insurance, and Robert Kubica's odd comments about Lewis Hamilton.We also mark the 50th Anniversary of the death of Bruce McLaren, and look forward to the possibilities of road trips, rallies, and overland journeys when international restrictions are lifted. With a whole world to choose from, where would you like to go? We look to Bespoke Rallies ( https://www.bespokerallies.com/ ) and Overland Site ( https://overlandsite.com/ ) for ideas and tips.More at http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/06/podcast-the-return-of-real-motorsport-and-the-joy-of-rallies/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another socially distanced recording of random conversation... including:Rebadging and Platform Sharing - Daewoo, Dacia and Chevrolet to the fore"Crap Cars" we really liked... Bring on the Delorean.... or maybe not!The "car dealer to the stars" life of Terry Doran For more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/05/podcast---dacia,-daewoo-and-delorean/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No, not shopping for a new windscreen, but browsing the various and numerous websites with a "virtual" wallet bulging with (even more!) "virtual" cash!What would be on the shopping list if you could spend £5k, £15k, or even £30k on an "interesting" car...?Also discussed this week:100 years since the birth of 1953 Le Mans winner Duncan HamiltonClassicsForCarers' "at home motor show" on 3rd May - https://www.classicsforcarers.com/The cost of wing mirrors!and "What car does Michael Ball drive?"For more visit  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/04/podcast-lockdown-car-window-shopping/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With everyone strictly keeping to their own homes, we take the opportunity to catch up with Graham, Mike and Jim on a quiet Sunday afternoon....Under discussion are:The Bonhams "Blue" auction in aid of NHS Charities -  http://bonhams.com/theblueauctionThe car sales figures across EuropeThe pleasures of polishing your car to pass the timeDoes "Virtual Racing" fill the void??The potholes we'll still be seeing in the coming months... and much much more!!Visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/04/podcast-put-it-on-the-credit-card-and-worry-about-it-later/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following today's sad news regarding the death of Sir Stirling Moss, Graham Benge reflects on the time he spent with Sir Stirling over the past few decades.A popular face at many Classic Motor Sport events, Sir Stirling will be missed by everyone who met him. For more:   http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/04/podcast-stirling-moss-a-tribute/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Graham speaks to us down the "WhatsApp" line from his garden again, with this week's topics including:Morgan's 70th Anniversary Plus 4The constant activity of an F1 engineer's mind - including an archive interview with Adrian NeweyKeeping your car usable, even if you're not using itAnd the first in a new series of "The Makes That Time Forgot" starts with BorgwardFor more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/04/podcast-stay-at-home-and-service-your-car/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With as much social distancing as is possible to get, Graham talks to us (via WhatsApp !) from his garden chair in the sun....Topics naturally include:Buying used cars in the current climateHow will big names in the motor industry will cope with shut downs?How many of the events on our calendars a week ago will happen in 2020?When will the F1 2020 season start? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

So, the Geneva Motor Show 2020 is cancelled... What do you do? Aston Martin made a video.... Koenigsegg carried on!Mike and Jim take a look at the 2020 F1 Grid and spend a lot of time talking about colours.They also look forward to the BTCC races coming up.... More: http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/03/podcast-a-walk-through-the-2020-f1-grid-and-a-look-at-the-koenigsegg-gemera/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A thoughtful evening of recording brings you Mike and Jim's musings on:F1 TestingVisiting The Geneva Motor ShowThe British Motor Museum at GaydonHow CO2 figures have been "updated"Have all newer cars become too similar?For more, and Mike's photos from The British Motor Museum, go to:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/03/podcast-go-green-drive-a-mustang/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Porsche Taycan, Tesla Model 3, Nissan Leaf... You can see the connection! And there's only one "club" that those three are in...Mike and Jim also talk 2020 events, getting the FiestaST back on the track, the new 'green' car in MIke's life, and a long held love of Radio Controlled Cars!! For more information visit: http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/02/podcast-porsche-taycan-tesla-model-3-nissan-leaf/ "Honk Honk Sound" recorded by Mike Koenig: http://soundbible.com/1048-Horn-Honk.html See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, SMMT, once again pull out all the stops to educate and entertain the motoring press, this time based in Hampshire, and offering a selection of public road routes to try the latest cars on offer.In the course of the day, cars tested include:Ford Fiesta TrendVauxhall Astra 1.5 (122PS)SsangYong KorandoMaserati LevanteKia SportageAlfa Romeo Giulia Veloce... but which did we like most? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Catching up with everything that Mike and Jim have been up to over the last few weeks including electric go karting, the Fiesta ST in track action at Brands Hatch, blagging their way around the Goodwood Festival of Speed manufacturer stands, and considering the everyday issues of which luxury watch and/or Aston Martin to buy... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Enjoying the sweltering heat of the Sussex countryside, Graham and Phil browse some of their personal highlights of the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019.These include chats with Derek Bell, Esteban Ocon, Steve Soper and (SPOILER ALERT: New Goodwood hill record holder!) Romain Dumas, and some beautiful and amazing cars such as Nigel Mansell's Williams F1 car, "Red 5", up for auction at the event, and the (SPOILER ALERT AGAIN: New Goodwood hill record holder!) all electric VW ID.R. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this mildly biased podcast, Mike, Jim and Phil discuss the merits of 100 years of Citroen. Ok, they aren't entirely positive, but it all comes from a good place.... Littlehampton!The upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed, Ford Europe's "changes", and things that you didn't know before you had to transport children in your car are also talked about, as is a charity event that Phil is involved with to raise money for Cancer Research UK. L'Xagone Challenge 2019 will see a group of 20+ year old Citroens each drive over 3000 miles around France. "Challenge" is the word! To find out more, and to donate, visit   https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/citroenchallenge    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.