Episodes

3d ago

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ (00:00) Intro (00:06) ⁠Things we have done in cars this week (36:20) What is the coolest car ever made? (49:26) Choose one car mag subscription for Xmas present to yourself (1:06:57) Quick Xmas supercars from Neil (1:10:15) 2CG (1:18:07) Music Welcome to Chris Harris on Cars. The platform where Chris Harris (of Top Gear & automotive journalist) explores the obsessive world of cars. From in-depth reviews and hilarious podcasts, to pushing a car to its limits and debates on the future of the automobile - Chris and his friends bring their unfiltered passion, expertise, and humour. Whether you're a die-hard petrolhead or just curious about our world, this is your go-to destination for everything on four wheels. #ChrisHarris #Car #Podcast #CarPodcast #AutoTalk #MotoringFans #CarReviews #TopGear #ClassicCars #Supercars #DrivingPassion #CarEnthusiasts #AutomotiveNews #EVsAndHybrids #CarCulture #Petrolheads #CarLovers #MotorsportTalk #CarDesign #RoadTrips #CarTrends #PerformanceCars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12

We have Merch out now! See the link for more: https://www.chrisharrisoncars.com Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, we’re still to feel Christmassy – sort of – with a slight Christmas theme to a film section. This, a review of the 2025 F1 season, a love letter to the 4x4, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Europe changing the ICE/EV legislation (12:19) Xmas movies - best car movie intro (23:23) The lovely warm feeling of a 4x4 when it's windy and wet or in a storm- when only a 4x4 will do… (36:27) Name your favourite private detective car (43:15) F1 (58:42) 2CG (1:06:01) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, it’s the beginning of the Christmas motoring period. A varied chat for you all – estate cars, the good the bad and the ugly of driving etiquette and final F1 thoughts going into this last weekend. (00:06) F1 (26:00) Driving etiquette (37:54) Estate car, shooting brakes and station wagon (50:43) Car things to cheer yourself up at Christmas (1:05:00) 2CG by Car & Classic (1:16:38) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Gerry McGovern has parted ways with JLR. Hear the latest from Chris, Neil, Manish and Spartacus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, its been a tumultuous time behind the scenes but we have an epidode out! Another special guest… We hope you enjoy. (00:06) “Salt spreading” warning... The dreaded end of enjoyment for the year? What can we do to keep up the pleasure (18:35) Should petrol prices be government regulated? (30:55) You can never shake the car addiction - it's there forever - why is this and how did it start for you? (47:53) F1 (59:58) 2CG (1:05:22) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Another emergency podcast! You might’ve guessed this one was coming. Has the F1 championship been blown wide open? Who knows, but the team will chat about it anyway. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, we’re very lucky to have a special guest join us – Francis Bourgeois. There was of course train related tangents – spinoff pod coming? We hope you enjoy. (00:06) Drive a slow car fast or a fast car slow? (14:48) Aston Martin news ⁠⁠(36:27) Brilliant motorsport events in UK to go to in 2026 (49:11) Kit cars - can they be cool? ⁠⁠(59:08) Cherry advertising stunt on Stairway to Heaven (1:13:04) 2CG (1:22:23) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Today we have an emergency podcast! You might be asking yourself – are these really emergencies, or do the team just love chatting? Either way, we’ve got a double issue pod today – the potential return of TVR, and the statement that is the Supersports from Bentley. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, the team dive into why Lexus is by far the most stolen car brand in the UK, cars which all car enthusiasts should (want to) own, and a quick fire supercar or sportscar quiz from Neil. This and much more, we hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) What have we done this week in cars? (22:45) “Cars that you feel guilty about because you've never owned one and you really should as they are super iconic and you can't really be seen as a car lover without owning one of these in your car ownership history” (can you tell Neil wrote this?) (34:09) Car theft – why is Lexus the most stolen brand (42:36) 5 quick fire supercars challenge from Neil (45:52) F1 (1:02:14) Continuation cars that haven’t already been done (1:10:34) 2CG (1:20:35) Music Welcome to Chris Harris on Cars. The platform where Chris Harris (of Top Gear & automotive journalist) explores the obsessive world of cars. From in-depth reviews and hilarious podcasts, to pushing a car to its limits and debates on the future of the automobile - Chris and his friends bring their unfiltered passion, expertise, and humour. Whether you're a die-hard petrolhead or just curious about our world, this is your go-to destination for everything on four wheels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, we have a bumper issue for you all! Possibly our longest ever. And it’s a cracker – some great stories from what the team did in cars this week, much discourse and digressing around satnavs, and the team’s new favourite topic – a 4 car garage for a London mews house. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:45) What did we do in cars this week? (26:48) 4-car London mews garage (47:55) How did we survive before Satnav? (1:10:15) Best motoring cliches (1:21:28) 2CG by Car & Classic (1:32:15) Music Goodwood Marshals Day: https://sites.google.com/goodwoodmarshalsclub.org.uk/web/track-days?authuser=0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31

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Oct 24

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Oct 10

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, the team have been busy! Whether it was Sir Chris Hoy’s track day, Bicester Scramble or other car events – we’ve got much to catch up on. Chris also tells us more about his ‘new’ creations in his Lancia Integrale and BMW E61 M5 Touring. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) What have we done in cars this week? (19:35) Draw the line where the supercar starts and the sports ends ⁠⁠(39:00) F1 (55:36) “Brute in a Suit”! (1:04:45) 2CG by Car & Classic (1:14:15) Music Tour de Four Track Day Fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tour-de-4-track-day?attribution_id=sl:a4738b18-4d4b-46c0-bbd0-13ee7a67805b&lang=en_GB&ts=1755158654&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=amp13_c&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 3

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, the team are fresh from the world premiere of Luca – Seeing Red at Everyman Bayswater – and what an evening it was! This, reaction to Max Verstappen’s (unsurprising) pace at the Nürburgring, and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:06) Luca – Seeing Red World Premiere (16:12) Garage 56 (31:31) Max Verstappen at the Nürburgring (43:53) To badge, or to de-badge? (58:49) Best car for a 1000 miles road trip (1:06:03) 2CG (1:15:01) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, we’re back with another eclectic mix – the team give their thoughts on the weekends F1 race and ‘that’ photoshoot of Lando, a short rant about smart motorways (apologies non-UK listeners) and cabriolets that never existed but should have. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Cars you wish should have had a cabriolet version but didn't (13:40) Smart motorways… (25:30) Will Tesla recover in Europe? ⁠⁠(40:57) Lando photoshoot & F1 (57:11) Can supercars have cup holders? (1:03:43) 2CG (1:17:21) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ This week, we have a new record – 40 minutes spent on just two subjects. We’ve outdone ourselves this time. The new Ferrari ‘Testarossa’ has clearly proved divisive, and the entire team has been very busy in cars this week as well. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) New Testarossa discuss ⁠(20:41) What we’ve done in cars this week ⁠(41:12) What country has the coolest looking number plates (47:17) JLR Cyber attack (54:25) Give us your keyless f**k-up story ⁠(1:10:08) 2CG (1:19:16) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ This week, three quarters of the team are in sunny Italy! They chat about the most recent F1 race and it’s controversies, with much of our usual niche car chat. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) The trouble with Lotus - we can save it! (14:22) Keep Driving Happy (23:31) Colour - what’s got cooler/gone off (39:18) SWB or LWB? ⁠⁠(51:38) F1 (58:05) 2CG by Car and Classic (1:05:41) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 5

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ This week, we have another great episode lined up! Some varied topics – like what would you do with your final tank of petrol, and also the best leadership in Formula 1 history. That, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro ⁠(00:06) Final tank of petrol: the last day in a car (what, where…?) ⁠⁠(17:38) Pick an undervalued car ⁠⁠(31:30) What has happened to Ford and what do we want them to do? ⁠(51:05) Best Leadership in cars / motorsport (1:08:44) 2CG (1:19:55) Music Chris Hoy’s Charity: https://www.tourde4.com/ Ford Advert: https://youtu.be/LqTS5lYFL3s?si=lSSEKLhMZNtiTX3f Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ This week, the team discuss what James Bond’s next car should be – with not much agreement as might be expected. WE also have an interactive quiz – “Cheese or Car?”, more on this later. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro ⁠(00:06) James Bond’s next car (14:15) What car is trying a bit too hard? (28:05) Car finance situation (43:03) Cheese or Car (54:51) 2CG (1:07:38) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ This week, we’re back again with some varied and considered takes on where the car industry – in particular Europe’s – is going. We also have our ‘half term’ report for F1 where the team weigh in on the good, the bad and the ugly. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Ola Kallenius, European Motor industry - end of the world or a bright new future? ⁠⁠(24:24) Car that became part of the family ⁠⁠(46:17) F1 - half term report ⁠(58:49) Neil reports from car week (1:13:36) 2CG (1:24:25) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, the team are all over the world again – and one of them might be at car week in California…this and our usual eclectic mix of topics. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) What did we do in cars, this week? (19:54) Would you fit a driverless feature? (37:42) Why driving at night, under lights will always make you feel like you’re in a Hollywood film (50:53) Great engines in shit cars (1:04:51) Lewis 8.8.25… (1:13:28) 2CG (1:22:46) Music Seeing Red" Everyman Tickets & Info: https://www.everymancinema.com/film-listing/1000029251-luca-seeing-red-qanda/ BYD Gone Rogue: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMiLxbsMph_/&ved=2ahUKEwjepIfO5YqPAxXbVEEAHSGaFTkQtwJ6BAgcEAI&usg=AOvVaw1nqmy76kDM3GX5fFGzHb5G Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 8

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, we’re back! And we’re very excited to be so. We’ve got a great episode lined up – why the Audi R8 is underrated, reaction to the new JLR boss & and the inside line on the recent Max and Chris video! This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:05) Audi R8 (22:21) CH and Max (31:58) Car suspension over time (45:30) F1 (59:19) JLR (1:09:20) 2CG (1:14:48) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This week, our hosts have had to take the week off. But fear not, we have a recent interview podcast filmed between Chris and his friend Richard Tuthill. For those who don’t know, Richard has been behind some of the most exciting restomods – and cars generally – in the last few years. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ This episode, we’ve all had a bit of a week. Chris had his M5 stolen from the street, but fortunately thanks to hero Lee, he managed to recover it. We also discuss Goodwood Festival of Speed, cars that fit their nationality ,and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:06) Goodwood FoS (17:16) Chris E28 M5… ⁠(24:53) A car brand that fits its nationality (40:26) The F1 movie (50:20) Pre or post facelift! Ferrari 308 or 328, and why! (1:09:25) 2CG with Car & Classic (1:20:38) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ John McGuinness will be joining us at our live show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 This week, the team play consultant and marry two car manufacturers together in order to create a greater one. They also discuss their favourite motorsport liveries of all time – and no, Manish’s is not a Marlboro McLaren! This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:05) What car things do you dream about? (20:31) Merge two car companies to create a more successful one (41:35) Fernando Alonso - unlucky or deserving? (1:01:15) Best motorsport liveries (1:13:20) 2CG by Car and Classic (1:23:16) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ John McGuinness will be joining us at our live show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 This week, we are truly lucky to be joined by Sir Chris Hoy! An absolute gent, with some great stories, and – most importantly – he is just as big a car nerd as the rest of us! It’s a cracking episode, we hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Car ferries – an appreciation (16:06) Modifying cars – discuss (37:48) Favourite Zagato (49:46) The 911 – is it still the answer to everything? (1:02:54) British GP (1:14:42) 2CG by Car and Classic (1:23:12) Music Chris’ music video: Jamie XX – Gosh https://youtu.be/hTGJfRPLe08?si=_fhFVDxoDICoKaiP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9

Today, we have some huge news! Christian Horner is no longer part of Red Bull F1 team. The team weigh in, with Chris "Spartacus" Cooper reporting live from the scene... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 4

Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ John McGuinness will be joining us at our live show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, we have a Luca 2CG – brought to us by Car and Classic! The team also discuss the recent rumours regarding Lotus, the joys of roundabouts and the Austrian GP. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:44) Lotus (25:46) Roundabouts – which is your favourite? (42:28) VAT being charged on twin cabs (51:22) F1 (1:10:02) 2CG by Car & Classic (1:18:34) K&N at FOS (1:21:07) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29

Today, we react to the ‘large’ news regarding Luca joining McLaren – and all might it which entail. It was a corker for us to record this with all the locational quirks. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27

John McGuinness will be joining us at our live show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, we have a Manish created agenda! Hence the rather more ‘beautiful’ ones than usual. Don’t worry, we have the usual anorak stuff as well – such as our favourite wing mirrors! This, and much more. We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro ⁠(00:40) Driving! The anti-depressant that the others don't understand (17:54) Prettiest post-1990 car (30:55) Design and explain a new entry price Ferrari (42:30) Favourite wing mirror (51:27) Invent a car event (1:06:13) 2CG (1:13:02) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20

Link to our theatre show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 Download Car & Classic’s app today to see our 2CG’s, and our weekly pick of our favourite listings: https://candc.li/App_Download_ We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week we have some big news. A new partner joins us! We’re very excited to now partner with Car & Classic – more to come in this space in the coming weeks! We also discuss F1 and Le Mans, and debate which is really more entertaining… This, and much more, we hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:32) Car & Classic (16:42) What’s the quickest time you’ve known a car will be good (33:22) F1 & Le Mans (56:40) What’s the best commuter car of the last 10 years by K&N (1:00:57) Pillarless Cars (1:08:48) 2CG (1:22:25) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13

Link to our theatre show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, we have a great mix of topics for you all: How has the automatic gearbox evolved over time? Why Le Mans is the best race to go to. Our favourite – not necessarily best! – estate cars. And a guide on How to do Goodwood FOS brought by our partners at K&N. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (01:03) Evolution of the automatic gearbox (25:08) Why we should all be going to Le mans (50:00) Favourite estate car (1:01:32) How to do Goodwood FOS by K&N (1:08:36) 2CG (1:15:20) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6

Link to our theatre show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, the team are all in different parts of the country – Mr H is on his way to the Isle of Man, Neil is visiting a car showroom and Mr C is stuck in a nondescript office in central London. Despite this, we still have a corker of an episode for you today! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:06) What have we done in cars this week (26:30) Favourite GT3 wheel (39:27) The art of driving - what elements do we love (52:50) F1 (1:06:00) K&N (1:07:47) 2CG (1:15:33) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30

Link to our theatre show – tickets available below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, we have another long one for you! The team discuss (more like tear apart) Monaco, give their differing opinions on the art of towing, and argue what they think is the most underrated car of all time. This, and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:33) Towing (17:05) Monaco was awful. Monaco is always awful. Discuss (33:55) What’s the best car that received the most undeserved lack of recognition and/or sales? (48:30) Guilty secret car (58:30) Car interiors never recovered once the single DIN head-unit disappeared, discuss! (1:10:12) 2CG (1:19:00) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23

Link to the theatre tickets below! https://link.dice.fm/the_car_podcast_london_2025 We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! https://www.knfilters.co.uk This week, we have a marathon episode for you all – nearly 90 minutes! That might be because the team spent 30 minutes updating us on what they did in cars this week, but that’s beside the point. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Announcement (01:41) What we did in cars this week (30:56) What should the new Popemobile be? (36:20) Jaguar “firing” their ad agency? (47:40) F1 (1:02:00) Change a car law of your choice (1:13:06) Intake noise quiz by K&N (1:18:50) 2CG (1:26:56) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16

Announcement coming at 12PM BST on Friday 16th May on @harrismonkey & @chrisharrisoncars Instagram... We’ve partnered with K&N! More content coming soon – use code “CHOC15” for 15% off K&N products at checkout! This week, we have a special guest! John McGuinness – road racing royalty – joins us for this episode. He also has the generosity to bear with some of our more niche automotive chat. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:10) John McGuinness (15:38) Why is the blue full beam light the best light? (22:36) Rental cars (43:34) The Intake Noise Quiz by K&N (52:12) F1 and Oli Oakes… (1:01:33) 2CG (1:12:36) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9

This week, we’ve got yet more eclectic car chat. From thoughts on tyre pressure monitors & which racing drivers would you splice the DNA of, to the reaction of Oliver Oakes leaving Alpine and thoughts on matte paint! Hint, they’re not a fan…This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:20) Tyre pressure monitors (11:34) Worst engine & gearbox in a car? (27:25) Top Marques (40:32) Best racing DNA (51:15) Oliver Oakes leaving Alpine & F1 chat (59:32) Matte paint – good or bad? (1:07:15) 2CG (1:14:58) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2

This week, we have some very exciting news! We also have some fairly bizarre topics – even for our usual standard. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06)Special announcement (01:12) Most surprisingly good driver you’ve had the pleasure to sit next to? One that was totally unexpected (19:10) You have to order a new car today – with the sole purpose of its value increasing by the greatest percentage relative to its new price (30:42) Mitsubishi is launching a new minivan/ camper that is designed to accommodate ‘horizontal jogging’. You are in charge of naming the vehicle. (36:08) What’s the difference between a convertible and a cabriolet? (39:52) Best little hidden feature you’ve found in one of your cars. (51:30) 2CG (1:03:29) Music Track Day: https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/event/chris-harris-track-day Podcast: https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/event/chris-harris-live-podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 25

This week, the team decide which expensive car they would haphazardly dissect and turn into a pick up truck, they also discuss whether liking chrome trim makes them old, and finally they have to find new cars with character – harder than you’d think! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:20) Most pathetic boot (13:50) Which expensive car would you butcher to turn into a pick up truck (21:45) Chrome trim (33:15) F1 (51:03) What’s the best ‘baddie’ car on film and TV (59:55) 2CG (1:09:22) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18

This week, the team reflect on the back of a great weekend in Bahrain and Goodwood – the eagle-eyed amongst you may have spotted one of our hosts on Martin Brundle’s gridwalk… This, and the team discuss the colour white on cars, & the best French roads for motorists. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:34) F1 chat & CH grid walk (20:17) Our week in cars (33:53) The colour white (47:04) Best French roads (59:08) 2CG (1:05:18) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11

This week, for our THIRD podcast this week – aren’t you lucky? Or bored of us yet? Either way, we hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:22) Car alarms (13:56) Funniest story about lost car keys (34:45) Japanese GP (47:24) A joyful story to dedicate to the fact that the driving months have now begun (1:00:42) 2CG (1:11:40) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9

A few weekends ago, the team visited Fisher Performance Cars and recorded their first live podcast together! This is what ensued. We hope you enjoy. Don't worry if you missed out on this event, there will be more announced in the near future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7

Welcome to an Emergency Podcast where our hosts have hastily gathered to discuss the implications of the UK government relaxing EV regulations for 2030/35, & giving specialist UK manufacturers total exemption. They’re all rather excited for what this might mean in the future. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 4

This week, the team discuss their ‘desert island’ (those listening outside the UK are forgiven for wondering what this means) motoring magazine articles, single-exit exhausts & cars which have grown on you over time. This and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:30) ‘Desert island’ car magazine article (25:17) A car you used to think looked bad – but now looks good, and makes you wonder whether you were wrong all that time (41:48) Japanese GP predictions (54:20) What was the last car related computer game you played (1:03:54) Favourite single-exit exhaust (1:10:19) 2CG (1:14:47) Music Fast Lane F40 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSWLgk9x40c&t=2028s&pp=ygUaZmFzdCBsYW5lIDE5ODkgZmVycmFyaSBmNDA%3D Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28

This week, the team dive into China and the (at the time) unannounced news that Liam Lawson might be dropped by Red Bull…They also discuss what makes up their favourite driving position, and the (terrifying) imaginary world where they are Minister for Transport in the UK. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Favourite driving position (17:40) F1 China. The Lawson conundrum (39:20) If you were the minister for transport, what would you do about UK speed limits? (56:40) 2CG (1:05:11) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21

This week, the team start by recanting their weekend away together on a road trip to sunny Cornwall. We also hit the peak of our ‘shed’ series at the eye-watering sum of £59k! They also weigh in on the results of the first F1 race of the year. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:06) Eddie Jordan Tribute (02:37) Cornwall Road Trip (24:23) F1 (41:26) £59k ‘Shed’ (51:15) Jackanory (1:08:53) 2CG (1:21:32) Music £59k Car Links: Neil with an I – https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1847124 Manish – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/18023291 Chris C – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202407262193965 Chris H – … Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14

This week, the team are eagerly anticipating the return of F1 – giving their predictions for the season. The team also discuss the divisive colour of grey/silver, the shed series reaches an eye-watering £47k, and Manish gives a heartfelt Jackanory regarding Professor Sid Watkins. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:35) F1 (12:34) When the **** did that happen? (22:02) Grey (34:40) £47k car (50:31) Jackanory (1:08:55) 2CG (1:22:47) Music £47k Car Links: Neil with an I – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/16159299 Manish do Brasil – https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1534190 Crashy Chris – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/17924250 Slower Chris – https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1664584 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7

This week, we have a new segment in the podcast! We also have our next ‘shed’ from our algorithm at £38k (not really a shed anymore but suspend your belief for our sakes) and marmite cars! For those who aren’t from the Great British Isles, this is a car that people either love or hate… We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (01:35) Merc is bringing back the V8 (15:59) £38k Car (28:00) Jackanory (45:18) Marmite cars (57:40) Offroad stories (1:10:40) 2CG (1:17:16) Music £38k Car Links: Neil – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/17100735 Manish – https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1805690 Chris C – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202503029667649 Chris H – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202411136255037 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28

This week, we have a rather emotional and touching episode – especially so in the 2CG. This, the “Shed” series continuing at £30k, debate over the colour Blue, and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (01:17) Cars you regret selling ⁠(20:31) £30k shed (30:32) The colour Blue (41:32) Dash Cams (55:47) 2CG ⁠(1:12:32) Music PTS Explorer – https://www.ptsexplorer.com/ £30k Car Links: Neil – https://www.qualitycarstoday.co.uk/vehicle-details/Jaguar-F-Type-V8-S-U2765/ Manish – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/16903619 Chris C – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501057751984 Chris H – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202302013819205 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21

This week, we have a special ONE car garage, for a very special guest! The team also go into F1 and its recent show at the O2, the best cars money can buy for £23k, and more! We truly hope you enjoy (00:00) Intro (01:28) F1 O2 Show (14:00) £23k Shed ⁠(25:49) The games you play on your own whilst driving (38:55) Special Guests Introduction (39:50) 1CG (54:30) Music Robert’s GoFundMe!!! : https://www.gofundme.com/f/get-robert-denton-back-on-the-road £23k Car Links: Chris H – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501158065692 Manish – https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202408152925202 Chris C – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/17216435 Neil with an I – https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/16123568 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14

This week, the 2CG imagines Mr Harris as Sheriff of Bristol – think the ending of Hot Fuzz. The team also share with us the interesting, mad, hilarious things they’ve done in cars recently. They also point the finger at who they think their worst passenger is!. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:47) This week In cars (15:08) Funniest car story you’ve ever heard (27:35) Who is the most annoying passenger you’ve endured, and why? (40:05) The Porsche conundrum -just announced £800m investment back into ICE and hybrid (51:35) If you could be a 1980s F1 driver, who would you be? And you can’t be Senna…. (1:01:07) 2CG (1:08:34) Music John Watson Commentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4HSpx3aBq8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7

This week, the team discuss black cars – love them or hate them. They also dive into the recent news from Aston Martin about the manual gearbox… This, and our usual ‘shed’ & 2CG instalments. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:50) Aston Martin – Manual Announcement (19:14) Colour – Black (32:00) £17k cars (42:04) Tariffs… (55:38) Car you have never seen before that you really NEED to see in the flesh (1:00:16) 2CG (1:09:55) Music £17,000 Car Links Manish: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202401035211094 Chris C: https://www.sevensandclassics.com/showroom/tvr-chimaera Neil with an I: https://www.heeltoecarslimited.com/stock/p/2003-porsche-911-996-manual-targa-36 Chris H: https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1825016 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31

This week, the team take on a Lewis Hamilton themed 3 car garage! They also dive into his arrival at Ferrari, whether they still buy car magazines and more. We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (01:26) Lewis arrives at Ferrari – what would your arrival picture be? (17:53) BMW ads from 1988 (37:43) Do you still buy car mags? (55:26) £12k used car challenge (1:03:34) 3CG (1:17:50) Music £12,000 Car Links: Manish: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202410305755550 Neil: https://www.carandclassic.com/car/C1593177 Chris C: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202405239996423 Chris H: https://www.carandclassic.com/la/C1803201 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24

This week, the team move onto the £8,000 run of their ‘shed’ challenge. This, and they begin another serial feature – colour. This week, its red! This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (02:20) £8,000 Shed (22:14) Colours – Red (37:10) Rolls Royce (56:28) Where would you go for a quiet reflective drive, with a thermos full of coffee? (1:06:25) Do people still change their own oil? (1:13:47) 2CG (1:22:30) Music £8,000 Car Links: Neil’s Boxster: https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/17363100?store=977569&utm_medium=VLA_paid_search&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAACmjn1zqooKTpuO2wWTPS5Zl8BLcv&gclid=Cj0KCQiAhbi8BhDIARIsAJLOlue4eMG90M2HkTF14vfLWX_UN9Cx4HT5al_46fd_5Lf5iliGQ36mM4kaAilGEALw_wcB Manish’s Jaaag: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202401165604825 Chris C’s Golf: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501148008325 Chris H’s Jaaaaag: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202501137985681 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 17

This week, the team have rejigged their “1k more each week” purchase game! They also discuss whether cars have genders, what the worst exhaust is and why they love the new Aston Martin Vanquish – and why everyone else ought to as well! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (01:17) 4k cars 5k cars? (17:39) Do cars have genders? (30:25) Worst exhaust pipe(s) (40:35) Why we love the new Vanquish (52:17) DAB or FM (1:04:55) 2CG (1:24:52) Music 5k Cars: Chris H’s Fiesta: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266416552644?_skw=ford+xr2&itmmeta=01JHFSSKKH6KQVXCH1NFNV10DC&hash=item3e07a9fac4:g:cpAAAOSwSG5lCEqP&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAAwHoV3kP08IDx%2BKZ9MfhVJKmzd7j8OkK3ioRYID92etkoqM4xEa6VlPmn3YjLHV9xMe9UzeYA7m3ncVwZmKZQTA9cHzUEDii5RUjEeGOqwVmjTbAQ%2F9P0BJmG6ap7HM7s3viTBYpIs9Pv6ooavh5j26AOx9z7gWNCgowwlYqnWKSp2YuN17YincyFnhHFQ486CRdbhnWxYUcRtY5MfhpyhduIoem6fbLNaQgt0uXuNEIbcnfdhOmthZIYqHJKf9cO0A%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_a55vmLZQ Neil’s MX5: https://www.carandclassic.com/l/C1823342 Manish’s Jaaag: https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/17773529 Chris C’s Mini: https://www.heeltoecarslimited.com/stock/p/2003-mini-cooper-s-16-supercharged Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10

This week, the team introduce a new weekly feature with £3k sheds – best car (actual advert!) for 3 grand, increasing by £1k weekly. They also discuss the proposition of taxing cars by weight, bucket list car technology & a sporting themed 2CG! We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:59) £3k shed. Choose one. Has to be an actual advert (10:01) Car tax by weight? Hilarious that we’ve finally reached this solution after forcing car makers to build tanks (22:26) Favourite sun visor (31:58) One technology you could add to a car…. (42:53) Snow driving (54:12) 2CG (1:05:09) Music £3,000 Car Links: Chris C’s Z4: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202408243253999 Manish’s SLK: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404228945083 Chris H’s SLK: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/167233613676?itmmeta=01JGXQVDQN9YAVD8N4AFW97FPS&hash=item26efe66f6c:g:7ncAAOSwUdRnNgrY&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4Mxmj%2BiGvOveHXEBClPb29jNrCjQMLoFtaQbsQ8%2Fn92xLanu%2BsVYvhQL8Kzc3AUzAUj%2F2vL%2FzLOFTXXaOqfIDG53BK3AJZ5SwuIHAWfleJDuxUY1zJ4H0zla%2BOgAgyaBIEsQLM950wu4O4lD1I2qd1FshIABumbZ3vBg9EjGlHdsIma01jpxs86tc58SNRxi18E6E2B0krEdwYbeNUSGroxYyxoTy21kyrPIMpZoerBWoYsjIGz7Qdlm84wxXL8etWIHDQq%2BYgqdgHW7tBA3rM9sMTBHaDU2U18PzbdLnl2S%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_Tb7beHZQ Neil’s Alfa Spider: https://www.carandclassic.com/l/C1806318 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 3

This week, the team share the unanswered automotive questions that most trouble them, their favourite rear door (or boot-lid in one case!), & their bucket list car they’d most like to drive in 2025. They were supposed to just choose one, but naturally, each one came out with multiple instead! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:59) Best rear door on a car (13:49) Car we haven’t driven, that we’d like to drive in 2025 (28:40) Car questions which you always wanted answering (43:43) The car you thought would be the one, but was rubbish (1:03:58) 2CG (1:13:00) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 2024

This week, the team are continuing the festive spirit in a Christmas themed 2CG! They dive into the potential Honda and Nissan merger and its implications across the automotive world, and wax lyrical about their favourite American cars. This, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:48) Miracle breakdowns where you actually managed to fix the car (20:18) Honda and Nissan merger. Once unthinkable (37:33) Does motorsport sponsorship work (51:00) Favourite American car (58:48) 2CG (1:10:04) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 2024

This week, the team share their favourite motorsport clips, but they can’t be of F1. They also nerd out over their favourite Citroen wheel of all time, discuss the idiosyncrasies of driving in the Christmas period – and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:56) Your week in cars (24:44) Christmas driving habits (38:18) Favourite Citroen wheel design (48:01) Motorsport clip which isn’t F1 (1:03:43) 2CG (1:16:52) Music E30 M3 Manx Rally: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwkDODWIb_o Mike Hawthorn D-Type Jag Le Mans: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpRFagIbcPE 1966 Le Mans Rediscovered: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdpWTLB0Y4I BSB 2024 Final 2 Laps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lggg_O6iDXY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 2024

This week, the team go virtually insane over a special Christmas extended length episode! They go deeper underground on the issues of the best Porsche door handle, blow your minds in the return of the crystal ball challenge and much more. Points for more Jamiroquai puns in the comments. (00:00) Intro (01:05) Merge two cars together to make one perfect car (16:21) You’re allowed to pass legislation that allows one major change to petrol forecourts in the UK. What do you choose? (23:46) 200k crystal ball investment challenge, has to be an Aston! (39:23) Favourite Porsche door handle. (48:50) Camper vans. Why are they so joyful (1:04:50) F1 (will the race be over?) (1:15:49) 2CG (1:30:18) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 6, 2024

This week, the team discuss whether a train can be better than a car, the novelty of a chain-driven car, and a rebellion against the state of the restomod market. This, and the usual F1 and 2CG related chat. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:57) You’ve woken up wanting a chain-driven car. Why this has happened, you do not know. Which one do you choose? (13:04) Sometimes, the train is better than the car. Discuss (27:33) The resto-mod scene is out of control. You have won the lottery and drunkenly decide to buy one and return it to perfect original pre-donor spec. Which one do you choose? (41:13) You are allowed enter a motor race that no longer runs. Which one? (53:38) Lewis says he isn’t fast any more. Do we believe him? (1:09:55) 2CG (1:20:19) Music Targa Florio Alfa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF_oF-ZMhD0 Peel Kart Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLc-bzcVmik Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 2024

Join the team for another emergency podcast as they give their reactions to the unveiling of the new Jaguar. Will it be the making, or breaking of the beloved brand? We hope you enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 2024

This week, the team weigh in on which drive-through should exist (which currently doesn’t), what is the best automotive investment for under £30k, and where Max Verstappen belongs in the greatest of all time discussion. This, and much more! We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (01:19) What driving habit do you have that you’re most embarrassed to admit? (19:58) What drive through doesn’t exist, but should? (28:02) Crystal ball - £30k to invest. Must go up in value! (42:16) You have a new flat, with parking space. You’re so, so proud. But the landlord tells you your car cannot exceed 3m in length. Whoops. (49:56) F1 (1:03:49) 2CG (1:17:50) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 2024

Join the team as they go back in time to 1999 and discuss which of the E39 5 Series would be their company car. Tune in also for what they’d change their name to if they were a young racing driver, a Tamiya themed 2CG and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:55) It is 1999. You have a company car allowance that allows you any E39 5 series (the only car you’d choose). Even the mighty M5. But which one do you go for as a 30k p/a daily (11:47) What Is the best piece of OEM car maker merchandise that you’ve seen? (25:24) Jaguar’s new car (36:53) What car’s design is annoyingly close to brilliance but has a terrible flaw you struggle to overcome? (45:21) You’re a young racing driver about to change your name by deed-pole. What do you call yourself? (54:19) 2CG (1:06:07) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 2024

Welcome to a special “emergency” podcast where the team give their thoughts and feelings on their beloved Jaguar’s rebrand. Is it to be the making, or braking of the brand? It is early days, but the team dive in nonetheless. We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 2024

This week, the team dive into what many have called the best weekend in recent F1 history in Brazil. They also discuss their favourite motorsport or automotive related books, and which new car they could see themselves buying. This and much more! We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (01:05) A new car you would buy (14:03) Winter car routines (30:20) Car/motorsport book recommendations (39:44) F1 (53:39) 2CG (1:07:53) Music Books: Principles of High Performance Driving – Jackie Stewart A Passion for Porsches – Denis Jenkinson Bernie’s Game – Terry Lovell And the Revs Keep Rising – Mel Nichols Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 8, 2024

This week, (some) of the team dive into their love for tax discs, their favourite city cars and a return of our “This Week in Cars” segment. Tune in for our usual 2CG, and what each of the team think is the worst facelift. Cars only, that is. We hope you enjoy listening! (00:00) Intro (00:52) Why we love tax discs (16:08) Worst facelift (30:35) What did you do this week in cars (43:17) Choose a city car (50:45) 2CG (1:05:20) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 1, 2024

This week, join the team breaking down Round 2 of Max and Lando’s chicanery, how they’d do a “Job in Italy”, and the worst brakes they’ve ever had the displeasure of being subjected to. We have a high-flying 2CG, and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:48) Prove that you have mechanical sympathy without saying it and using your driving to demonstrate (16:22) Your have to rob a bank in Turin, in 1967. You need an escape vehicle that is low-key(ish) and isn’t a Mini. Choose one (29:02) What’s best, big accelerator pedals, or little ones? (39:28) What are the worst brakes you’ve experienced on a car, relative to its overall performance. (58:11) Max vs Lando round 2 (1:15:18) 2CG (1:25:25) Music from a musical Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 2024

This week, the team answer the age-old question of how and with whom you would drive to Cannes if a volcano erupted in Dorset. They also give their thoughts on the new Ferrari F80, debate whether a convertible can look better than the coupe it is based on and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (01:00) Which convertible looks better than the coupe? (10:30) Driving to Cannes – who is your travel partner and car of choice? (26:16) Ferrari F80 (45:06) F1 (1:00:04) 2CG (1:13:54) Music album Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 2024

The team reflect on Tata’s stewardship at JLR after his recent passing, and give their case for which British car brand they would bring back from the beyond. They also put themselves in the shoes of an influencer in the 2CG – and much more! We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:52) Automotive “Never agains” that you are sure you will break (15:50) Best front splitter (23:53) Will Tata be seen as the saviour of Land Rover or the killer of Jaguar? (39:12) What British car brand would you resurrect (58:15) 2CG (1:13:22) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 2024

Recently back from a brilliant day out at the Bicester Scramble, the team discuss the onboards – of which no footage exists – that they most want to see, give their insight into the UK insurance market, and much more! We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did making it! (00:00) Intro (00:38) £7k French car to improve your life (16:15) UK car insurance situation (29:58) What skill would you add and make compulsory to learn for UK driving lessons (44:20) Dream unseen onboard footage (48:02) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSKUT1RntGs) (53:13) 2CG (1:08:03) Music Gordon Murray Mk1 Escort: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoTs_oiZ9mM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 2024

This week, the team pay tribute and discuss the life’s work of one of the greatest car designers of all time – Bruno Sacco, Aston Martin’s recent road car results calamity & contemplate which car they would be if they were instead an automobile? This and much more! We hope you enjoy. (00:00) Intro (00:40) Bruno Sacco (17:50) Aston Martin automotive/road financial results (39:47) If you were a car, what would you be? (48:13) What’s the worst piece of new car tech you’ve driven recently (55:04) YouTube vid of the week (1:01:44) 2CG YouTube Links: Chris H: London to Bath – https://youtu.be/Qp-Sv_lXWvU Chris C: Lotus GT1 Onboard – https://youtu.be/NPjeh8Oed64?si=yoX0PWG1YmcetbGe Neil: BigJetTV – https://www.youtube.com/@BigJetTV Manish: “Checkpoint” – https://youtu.be/WIP3kCkOEGs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 2024

This week, the team ponder whether ‘to jostle, or not to jostle?’, which cars are so terrible that public transport seems a better alternative, and their opinions on F1 and the Singapore GP! We also have our usual 2CG, and much more. We hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:37) A car so bad you would rather take public transport (16:00) Traffic jam on a motorway – should you just stay in your lane, or should you ‘jostle’ for position? (28:56) Which car has the best 1st-2nd gear feeling, sound and experience? (40:12) Best album cover with a car featured on it (50:04) F1 (1:00:21) Should Chinese EV’s be subject to tariff’s when sold in EU+UK? (1:11:06) 2CG (1:20:51) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 2024

This week, the team put on their thinking hats/balaclavas with their answer to the 2CG on how to get away with a bank robbery! They also debate the merits of Shell V-Power – or more specifically its alternatives – and their views on the Ferrari 296 sales numbers. This and much more – we hope you enjoy! (00:00) Intro (00:50) Ferrari has allegedly stopped taking orders for 296’s – due to many going unsold. Is this a large error, or just a blip on the radar for the behemoth that is Ferrari? (17:45) Shell has run out of V-Power – do you use the ‘cheap’ Shell stuff or go to BP for its 97 octane? (30:45) “Hybrids are now allowed to be sold until 2035 in the UK, and water is found to be wet. More news at 10” (40:54) Is a nod of the head enough to say thank you on the road, or must a hand be waved in acknowledgment? (51:18) Red Bull appear to be imploding – predictions for how the race will finish at the end of the season (1:03:23) 2CG (1:15:34) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2024

A seismic week! First, the team get their crystal balls out, then discuss driving body language and finally turn back the clock to the 1950s in the 2CG! The bombshell that is Adrian Newey moving to Aston Martin is examined later, and as usual we finish with some music. Please see the updated Driving Tunes playlist on Spotify. Enjoy! (00:00) Intro (01:05) Crystal ball - £50k to spend on an automotive investment (12:08) Driving body language (27:52) Best car key (39:17) Volvo’s EV decision (50:42) F1/Adrian Newey discourse (57:49) 2CG (1:09:20) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 6, 2024

We’re back, and for good! Enjoy the 06:00 BST upload for your commute, driving to Goodwood, or simply out enjoying your car. The usual favourite 2CG returns – along with a much anticipated update on a certain 456. We hope you enjoyed listening to this as much as we did recording it. (00:00) Intro (01:25) Favourite dash – especially speedometer (17:09) “Lotus is all over the place” – discuss (34:23) Which Alpina would you like to own for the next 10 years? (45:37) Manish’s 456 update (55:27) F1 chat (1:09:26) CG (1:21:18) Music Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1, 2024

The team have returned for a teaser episode before a full relaunch coming after the summer! Tune in to catch up and hear what they’ve been up to over the last few months – inside and out of cars. Your favourite F1 and 2 Car Garage segments are also making a reappearance. We hope you enjoyed this as much as the team did making it! (00:00) Intro (00:20) What is the best thing you’ve done with a car since the last podcast? (21:25) What is the best thing you’ve done with NOT with a car since the last podcast? (37:35) F1 (50:20) Discourse over the new Ford Capri and its launch (58:15) 2CG (1:07:45) Music (1:11:30) Important Announcement/Housekeeping This podcast is mixed and produced by Jonny Bunyan at Pardon Our French Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1, 2024

Chris Harris and friends are back with a brand new untitled podcast launching in September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.