Explore every episode of the podcast Scotland the Drive
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| #24 | The One with a Supercharging Eyesore, Rallying at 77 and Cyclist Licences Feedback… | 16 oct. 2026 | 00:56:58 | |
Welcome to Episode 24 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ We look at plans for a new EV supercharging hub at the former Subway site at Balhaldie, one of the more familiar roadside sights on the A9. ➡️ We head to Forth Valley College and discover some of the challenges of driving around what feels like a building site, while trying to keep the shoes clean. ➡️ We discuss the Prime Minister’s latest statement and return to the debate around licences for cyclists. ➡️ My First Drive features David Gillanders, who at 77 is still choosing rally stages over slippers and taking on world-class motorsport. ➡️ We take the Honda Prelude for a drive around Sutherland, only to be overtaken by something rather special, a Gordon Murray T.50. Plus, more motoring news, views and the usual issues from Scotland’s roads. Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #23 | The One with Lesley Riddoch’s First Drive, The Peugeot E208 and Licences for Cyclists? | 02 oct. 2026 | 01:02:58 | |
Welcome to Episode 23 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Hear about the Peugeot E-208 on Lorraine’s Lane ➡️ Broadcaster Lesley Riddoch tells us about her First Drive ➡️ We’ve been to Morris Leslie Auctions ➡️ And we’re talking about Ghost Number Plates, Stolen Transits and Ally reckons cyclists need a license… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #22 | The One with Arlene Stuart’s First Drive, The Kia EV2, Alan’s MX 5 and more... | 18 sept. 2026 | 00:54:35 | |
Welcome to Episode 22 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Hear about the Kia EV2 on Lorraine’s Lane ➡️ Broadcaster Arlene Stuart tells us about her First Drive ➡️ Plus the Motability Show, Fuel Prices Soar, Edinburgh Traffic Jams ➡️ And the perfect conditions formula for convertible driving… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #21 | The One The Mazda 6e, RAV4, David Craig’s First Car and some Kingsway Bridges Feedback… | 04 sept. 2026 | 00:51:10 | |
Welcome to Episode 21 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Hear about the Mazda 6e on Lorraine’s Lane ➡️ David Craig from Scottish Charity Air Ambulance tells about his first car ➡️ Information on Morris Leslie Classic Car Auction ➡️ Plus the RAV4, Petrol Prices and Kingsway Bridge Feedback… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #20 | The One with Ally Chalmers, Lazy Conage and the Long Wait for a Driving Test… | 21 août 2026 | 00:46:27 | |
Welcome to Episode 20 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Hear about the Genesis G80 on Lorraine’s Lane ➡️ Alan’s been to Knockhill and also talking to Ally Chalmers ➡️ We’ve feedback on the Pavement Charging Situation ➡️ Plus where in Scotland has the longest wait time for a Driving Test in the UK… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #19 | The One with Dodgy MOT’s, The Vauxhall Mokka GSE Road Test and our thoughts on the BYD Atto 2… | 07 août 2026 | 00:53:43 | |
Welcome to Episode 19 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Lorraine joins us to discuss BYD Atto 2 ➡️ Alan road tests the Vauxhall Mokka GSE ➡️ Ally speaks to Alan Gall about dodgy MOT’s ➡️ Plus Fuel Thefts, Advanced Cameras, £5m Footbridges and more… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #18 | The One with Gordon Shedden, Ally’s EV Experience, The Eco Rally and a Parking Fine… | 24 juil. 2026 | 01:13:24 | |
Welcome to Episode 18 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Touring Car Legend Gordon Shedden tells us about his first drive ➡️ How are Ally and Lorraine coping with going electric ➡️ Alan’s been to the Jim Clark Museum ➡️ The Eco Rally, Ghost MOT’s, Tough Number Plate Laws and more… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #17 | The One with Alan Rough, Toyota, What We’ve Been Driving and a Solar-Powered Road Trip… | 10 juil. 2026 | 01:09:39 | |
Welcome to Episode 17 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Former Scotland goalkeeper Alan Rough joins us for My First Drive ➡️ We’ve been behind the wheel of a wide range of new cars, including the Omoda 7, Ford Ranger, Ford Tourneo, Toyota RAV4, Toyota C-HR and the Mazda 6e. ➡️ We get hands on with Toyota in Crawley ➡️ plus news, views and more of Scottish motoring… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #16 | The One with Jack McConnell, Audi Q3, BMW iX3 and £23 Fish Suppers… | 26 juin 2026 | 01:00:02 | |
Welcome to Episode 16 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Jack McConnell tells us about her first drive ➡️ We Review the Audi Q3 and BMW iX3 ➡️ and news, views and more of Scottish motoring… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #15 | The One with Lorraine Kelly, Lombard Rally and a £500,000 Ferrari… | 12 juin 2026 | 00:42:24 | |
Welcome to Episode 15 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ The Queen of Morning TV tells us about her first drive ➡️ Alan tells us all about the Lombard Rally ➡️ A £500k Ferrari ➡️ and news, views and more of Scottish motoring… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #14 | The One with Lorraine, Mazda, Leapmotor and Potholes… | 29 mai 2026 | 00:46:58 | |
Welcome to Episode 14 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Lorraine tells us about her first drive ➡️ Alan reviews Leapmotor ➡️ Ally talks Mazda ➡️ and news, views and more of Scottish motoring… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #13 | The One with John Cleland, Kia, BMW and a £255 Dacia Key... | 15 mai 2026 | 01:07:15 | |
Welcome to Episode 13 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Touring car legend John Cleland tells us about the car that started it all ➡️ A closer look at the Kia K4 ➡️ BMW iX3 ➡️ Replacement Keys ➡️ and changes to driving test bookings and how it affects learners. Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #12 | The One with Chris van Der Kuyl, the Polestar 3 and a surprise new EV owner… | 01 mai 2026 | 00:49:56 | |
Welcome to Episode 12 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Chris van der Kuyl’s first drive ➡️ A day in England road testing the Polestar 3 ➡️ Clampdown on over 70s ➡️ Fuel prices and thefts ➡️ and someone’s bought their first EV Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #11 | The One with Judith Ralston, Fuel Prices and Alan's MOT bill… | 17 avr. 2026 | 00:43:07 | |
Welcome to Episode 11 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Judith Ralston weathers the storm of her first drive ➡️ We’ve been driving Geely & Vauxhall cars ➡️ Alan’s hefty pickup MOT bill ➡️ Fuel prices and how they are affecting drivers across Scotland ➡️ A Proposed 55mph National Speed Limit Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #10 | The One with Jonathan Watson, The Farizon Van and a £350,000 Range Rover… | 03 avr. 2026 | 00:40:50 | |
Welcome to Episode 10 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Ally is back on the road and reviews the Farizon Van ➡️ Actor Jonathan Watson from Two Doors Down joins us to talk about the four-wheeled love of his life and his very first car. In the news: ➡️ World Rally Scotland heading to the north east. ➡️ Brechin Castle Historic Rally Festival. ➡️ A new Road Safety Initiative Fund. ➡️ KGM Dealer of the Year crowned in Scotland. On the issues list: ➡️ A Twisted Range Rover with a £350,000 price tag. ➡️ Fuel Finder data proving hard to follow, and why Fuel Map UK might be the better option. Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #9 - The One with the Stephen Leckie, Stuart Gray and the new Ford Explorer… | 20 mars 2026 | 01:12:41 | |
Welcome to Episode 9 of Scotland The Drive. The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Stephen Leckie joins us for My First Drive and shares the car that started it all. ➡️ Lorraine has been driving the new Ford Explorer. We share what stands out and who it suits. ➡️ What’s on at Knockhill this year as Stuart Gray talks us through the big events and why 2026 is shaping up to be busy. ➡️ The latest top selling cars, Potholes, Fuel Prices, New Cameras and more… Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Watch on YouTube. Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #8 | The One with Chesney Hawkes, EV Charging updates and Fuel Price Transparency… | 06 mars 2026 | 00:50:28 | |
Welcome to Episode 8 of Scotland the Drive – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Chesney Hawkes tells us about his first car. ➡️ We speak to Niall Riddell, CEO of EV fuel card firm Paua about the future of public charging in Scotland. ➡️ In the news: EV parking fines, Fuel Price Transparency and we remember Eric Dymock 📧 Contact us scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Scotland The Drive – Reviews, Chat and The Drive That Moves Scotland. | |||
| #7 | The One with Ken Bruce, Capri Comebacks and 50 years since the end of the Hillman Imp | 20 févr. 2026 | 01:06:01 | |
Welcome to Episode 7 of Scotland The DriveThe motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.In this episode:• Ken Bruce tells us about his first car and his memories of Routemaster buses• What we’ve been driving this week• An update on changes to ChargePlace Scotland and what it means for drivers• Young Driver at Ingliston and why early driving experience matters• First looks at the Skoda Epiq and the return of the Renault TwingoBehind the wheel:• Lorraine on the new Capri• KGM Torres Hybrid• Latest from CheryIn the news:• Convertible sales continue to fall, Car theft figures on the rise and 50 years since the end of the Hillman Imp...Get in touch: scotlandthedrive@gmail.comListen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Watch on YouTube.Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland. | |||
| #6 | The One with Nick Nairn, Dodgy Cameras and Ally’s New Knee | 06 févr. 2026 | 00:49:10 | |
Welcome to Episode 6 of Scotland The Drive – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: • Ally’s recovering from knee surgery and already back behind the mic. • Celebrity chef Nick Nairn tells us all about his first car. • We chat about what we’ve been driving with Lorraine taking out the new Suzuki • In the news: – Speeding convictions in England cancelled after camera faults. – Should Scottish drivers caught on smart motorways worry? – EVs are three times more dangerous to pedestrians in urban areas. 📧 Contact us: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Scotland The Drive – Reviews, Chat and The Drive That Moves Scotland. | |||
| #5 | The One with Hollie McRae, the new Kia EV5 and a lost knee… | 23 janv. 2026 | 00:52:49 | |
Welcome to Episode 5 and the first Scotland The Drive of 2026 – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Hollie McRae’s first car. ➡️ Lorraine’s been sampling the new Kia EV5 ➡️ In the news: Monte Carlo Classic, 20mph Speed Limits, MG Car Testing, Honda’s new badge and what’s the UK’s favourite car colour? 📧 Contact us scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Scotland The Drive – Reviews, Chat and The Drive That Moves Scotland. | |||
| #4 | The One with Jackie Bird, Winter Driving and a Gammy Knee... | 09 janv. 2026 | 00:48:24 | |
Welcome to Episode 4 and the first Scotland The Drive of 2026 – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Jackie Bird joins us to talk about her first car. ➡️ We reveal the answer to last episodes quiz question! ➡️ Behind the Wheel of the Ford Puma Gen-E and Kia EV4. ➡️ In the news: Eyesight tests for older drivers, What’s happening with ChargePlace Scotland and BYD overtakes Tesla in global EV sales. 📧 Contact us scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Scotland The Drive – Reviews, Chat and The Drive That Moves Scotland. | |||
| #3 | The One with Grant Stott’s First Car, the Chery Tiggo and F1 as a Sport? | 19 déc. 2025 | 01:00:15 | |
Welcome to Scotland The Drive – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland on the move with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: ➡️ Grant Stott tells us about his first car. ➡️ Lorraine takes the wheel of the 2025 Chery Tiggo. ➡️ We share our thoughts after driving the new Tesla Model Y. ➡️ In the news: The Scottish Government scraps plans to cut national speed limits, The North Coast 500, “Carspreading” and the big question – is Formula 1 really a sport? 📧 Contact: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube at https://shorturl.at/jfnB5 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok | |||
| #2 | The One about SCOTY 2025, Jillian Shedden’s First Car and Miles of Motoring Chat | 05 déc. 2025 | 00:52:13 | |
Welcome to Scotland The Drive – the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas. In this episode: > We kick off with “Identify This Car” and reveal the winner. > A busy night at the Scottish Car of the Year Awards as we share the category winners and the overall champ. > Jillian Shedden joins us to talk about her first car. > We preview the Monte Carlo Rally with insight from: > Behind the wheel this week – we’ve been driving the Alfa Romeo Junior, Tesla, Renault 4, Mustang Mach-E Rally and Dacia Bigster. > In the news: Reeves’ budget and EV tax plans, Sort My Car, young driver schemes, quirky motoring habits, A90 resurfacing and A68 speed cameras. 📧 Contact: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch on YouTube 📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Scotland The Drive – Reviews, Chat and The Drive That Moves Scotland. | |||
| #1 | The One with First Cars, EV Gripes, Roadworks and What We’ve Been Driving | 21 nov. 2025 | 00:48:41 | |
Welcome to Episode One of Scotland The Drive – the motoring podcast for Scotland. In this first drive:• We kick off with a car quiz and share stories about our first cars.• EVs come under the spotlight – charging headaches, new taxes and the ongoing issues with ChargePlace Scotland.• From rising SUV parking costs to endless roadworks, the Rest and Be Thankful and everything that tests Scottish drivers’ patience.• We review the new Mazda 6e and preview this year’s Scottish Car of the Year Awards (SCOTY). 📧 Contact us: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com🎧 Listen on Spotify📺 Watch on YouTube📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok | |||
| Scotland The Drive – The Motoring Podcast for Scotland | Official Trailer | 14 nov. 2025 | 00:00:59 | |
Welcome to Scotland The Drive – The Motoring Podcast for Scotland. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas, it’s packed with car reviews, motoring chat and stories from across Scotland’s roads. This short trailer gives you a taste of what’s ahead as we get ready for the first full episode, launching Friday 21st of November! 🎧 Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube📱 Follow @ScotlandTheDrive on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok📩 Email: scotlandthedrive@gmail.com | |||
| Scotland The Drive – coming soon | 24 oct. 2025 | 00:00:20 | |
The road ahead starts here. Scotland The Drive is the new podcast for Scotland’s motoring community. Hosted by Ally Bally and Alan Douglas, it’s your weekly journey through the latest motoring news, car reviews, and driving stories from across the country. Follow now so you don’t miss the first episode. www.facebook.com/scotlandthedrive www.instagram.com/scotlandthedrive www.youtube.com/@scotlandthedrive | |||