With an unusual set of priorities, Formula One's stewards step in to deal with the big issue... Too much swearing!?!

We also look at the problems with the amount of flooded roads at the moment, and the reckless nature of some (but not all!) who get stuck in them.

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/09/podcast-f1-swearing-flooded-roads-and-goodbye-daniel/

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In this episode:

• As Graham recalls a previous auction of a W196, we look forward to the RM Sotherby's sale of the 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 'Monza' Streamliner F1 car, valued at between $50 million and $70 million, from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
• Jim catches up with Formula One's return from its summer holidays
• Dave comments on the differences (and similarities) when driving in Canada rather than the UK.

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/08/podcast-50-million-1954-mercedes-benz-w196-f1-car-up-for-auction/

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Sorry, but the podcasters you downloaded are not here right now!

They're actually out and about driving a great selection of new cars at this year's SMMT Test Day.

So, stay tuned for a special episode coming soon!

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With all of the changes to the Formula One rules and regulations, Graham, Jim and Mike pick their way through the current situation, and then spread their motor sport wings to cover Formula E and WRC too!

As some light relief, they also talk about a "giant" VW Beetle seen on facebook....

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-a-focus-on-motor-sport-and-a-giant-beetle/

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In this episode:

• What cars are we looking forward to in 2022? From Citroen's AMI through to Ferrari's Purosangue... Now there's choice!
• Now we're into 2022, have all of the issues regarding the global chip shortage gone away? Er, no. Unfortunately not.
• The WRC goes hybrid. UKMT's Graham Benge talks to Ford and M-Sport about the changes.

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-new-cars-of-2022/

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In this first episode of 2022:

• Good news on the "Smart Motorway" front
• Changes to the Highway Code - The "Hierarchy of Road Users"
• Upgrades to the FiST track car
• News of Mike's Orion "Onion" project
• Warm memories of 80s and 90s cars now considered "retro"

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2022/01/podcast-highway-code-changes-track-car-upgrades-and-80s-and-90s-retro/

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In this episode we discuss:

• The finale of the 2021 Formula One season... and congratulate whoever won!
• Toyota's all electric dreams... when we thought they favoured hydrogen
• Hopes of Christmas toys for children over 30!
• The glorious Farewell to a legend: “The Last Blast” short film about the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR "722"
• The achievements of "The UK in a Peel P50" reaching Lands End.

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/12/podcast-ho-ho-ho-2021/

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In this episode:

• We pay tribute to Sir Frank Williams who has died aged 79
• Browse the web for Christmas gift ideas, good and bad!
• Admire Guy Martin's many and varied projects seen on TV
• and look forward to the "pop up" British Motor Show in Portsmouth for most of December

For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/12/podcast-sir-frank-williams-christmas-gift-ideas-and-guy-martin-on-tv/

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In this edition of the UKMotorTalk podcast, Mike, Jim and Graham discuss:

• Another Brands Hatch track day in the FiST
• The launch of the British Motor Show 2022 at Farnborough, including how you can get involved if you have a 'modded' car, and the excellent work of Motor Club charity Sporting Bears.
• The final few races of the 2021 F1 season
• ... and the McLaren Audi rumours
• And finally, a charity drive from John O'Groats to Lands End in a Peel P50?!? GoFundMe Track their progress

For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/11/podcast-british-motor-show-2022-sporting-bears-and-f1-showdown/

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The clock change prompts a discussion about people not using headlights, driving lessons and 80s VW Golf interiors... No, you couldn't plan it if you wanted to!

Also getting the team's attention is the danger of "Smart" All Lane Running Motorways, London's newly expanded ULEZ zone, and the new Range Rover and Ora Cat.....

For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/11/podcast-new-range-rover-the-ora-cat-and-how-smart-are-smart-motorways/

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As an extension to a "France vs Italy" WhatsApp group discussion, Mike, Graham and Dave talk about the attractions (and distractions!) of the differing auto-design philisophies associated with the two nations.

Also in this episode, we talk fuel supply issues and whether this is the nudge we all need to go electric!

For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/10/podcast-french-vs-italian-cars-discuss/

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Graham, Helena and Andrew enjoy a day of test drives from the SMMT Test Day South at the sumptuous Oakley Hall Hotel (near Basingstoke!).

Vehicles on test include:

• DS3 Crossback E-Tense
• Kia Sorento PHEV AWD
• Lexus UX300e
• Nissan Qashqai Tekna+
• Volvo V60 B5

For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/10/podcast-random-road-tests-from-smmt-test-day-south/

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Mike and Jim look back at a day out at the Goodwood Revival 2021.

Highlights include a chat with Simon Owen of BRM talking about the all-new reconstruction of the BRM V16 of the 1950s... and catching up with automotive artist Ian Cook of Pop Bang Colour...

For more, including photographs and video links:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/09/podcast-goodwood-revival-2021/

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As Lando Norris becomes a Formula One race winner for the first time we talk F1, UK based motorsport, and catch up with Graham's experience taking the Bongo to a campervan weekend.

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/05/podcast-congratulations-lando/

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In this episode we discuss:

• F1 driver changes
• Enjoying a trip to Brooklands Museum
• Kia's EV6 and Hyundai's Ioniq 5 and Vision FK

We also repeatedly watch Mike falling over at his own front door... and you can too! Go to https://youtu.be/W-a4abYeqWk

For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/09/podcast-f1-musical-chairs-the-joy-of-brooklands-kias-ev6-and-hyundais-ioniq-5-and-vision-fk/

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Mike and Jim spend a pleasant day wandering about the British Motor Show chatting with many an enthusiast about all things automotive...

More, including pictures and links, at:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/08/podcast-the-british-motor-show-2021/

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In this, our 100th podcast:

• Mike and Jim tell us about their track day at Donington
• We look forward to the British Motor Show
• We hear about the curious world of diesel motorbikes
• and talk about the many and various "mods" made to vehicles

For more:  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/08/podcast-donington-track-day-diesel-motorbikes-and-vehicle-modding/

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In this episode, we talk about a £46k 1987 Toyota Corolla GT and how classic cars prices appear so unpredicatable, the new electric AC Cobra, and the dangers of working on cars.

Mike and Jim are also looking forward to a track day at Donington in the FiST...

For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-ac-cobra-goes-electric-and-an-expensive-1987-toyota-corolla-gt/

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Following a busy couple of weeks "out and about", the team quiz Graham on his days out at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Test Day at the Millbrook Proving Ground.

Also discussed is the forthcoming Alpine F1 podcast "Prost in the Paddock".

For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-some-great-days-out-for-graham-smmt-test-day/

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Graham has decided that the Sunday of the Goodwood Festival of Speed should be used to watch and enjoy even more of the car and track action... and quite right too! However, he has still managed to catch up with:

• Ari Vatanen
• Annette Mason
• Dickie Stanford
• Emanuele Pirro

... amongst many others!

For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-festival-of-speed-sunday/

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The damper weather does nothing to dampen the mood at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021, and UKMotorTalk's Graham Benge is unstoppable in seeking out THE people to talk to:

• Karun Chandhok
• Tessa Whittock
• Romain Dumas
• Kenny Acheson
• Malcolm Wilson

to name but a few....

For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-goodwood-festival-of-speed-2021-saturday/

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UKMotorTalk's Graham Benge makes the most of the Sussex sunshine to take in this marvellous event, and talk to some of the great names of motor sport, including:

• Derek Bell
• Marino Franchitti
• Sebastien Loeb
• Roger Penske
• David Richards
• John Watson

For more info:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-friday-at-the-goodwood-festival-of-speed/

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In this episode:

• Princess Diana's old Ford Escort is sold for a lot of money!
• E10 Fuel and why YOU need to know about it
• Styrian F1 Grand Prix
• The continued theft of catalytic convertors
• Nissan's battery factory to be built in Sunderland

For more:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2021/07/podcast-princess-dianas-escort-e10-fuel-more-cat-thefts-and-batteries-for-britain/

Final Battle of the Dark Wizards by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3752-final-battle-of-the-dark-wizards
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

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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/

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Prompted by an interesting, if worrying, investigation by the BBC's Panorama programme, we talk again about the safety, or lack of, on the UK's "Smart Motorways".

We also look at the current state of Tesla, the F1 races in China, and, on a lighter note, wonder if summer has arrived!

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/04/podcast-has-summer-arrived-caterhams-and-campervans/

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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/

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In this episode, Mike and Jim discuss:

• McLaren's spectacular Gulf livery for the Monaco Grand Prix
• How Mike is progressing with his Ford Orion Equipe, "The Onion"
• A grown up, sensible topic.. Used car prices surging
• The 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/

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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.com
• discuss what could have been with a few hundred thousand pounds of spending in the Mitsubishi sell-off auction
• and 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/

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In this episode, the team discuss:

• The VW ID.4, just announced as the World Car of the Year
• Formula One's snappily titled "Pirelli Gran Premio Del Made In Italy E Dell'emilia Romagna 2021"
• The "cons" without many "pros" of "Smart" Motorways
• and 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/

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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/

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In an eclectic selection of topics, in this episode we discuss:

• Mitsubishi UK's closing down sale/auction
• Extreme E
• BTCC 2021
• The new Peugeot 308
• Videos 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/

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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/

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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/

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In this episode:

• The rise in the numbers of stolen catalytic convertors
• The Ferrari Hypercar aiming for the 2023 WEC and Le Mans
• A 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/

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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/

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We make the most of reaching Episode 200, and look back at some of our personal best and most enjoyable UKMotorTalk-related moments.

Of everything we have owned, driven, been driven in, more formally reviewed, or people we've spoken to, what are our:

• Most Fun vehicles
• Most Surprising vehicles
• Most Unusual vehicles
• Worst Reviewed vehicles
• Favourite Interviews

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/04/podcast-episode-200-special/

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In this episode we discuss:

• The Renault Clio V6 and Renault's electric 5 prototype
• Rover 3500 V8
• A cheap replacement for a runaround Ford Focus
• A "state of the union" look at the UK motor industry
• An 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/

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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/

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In our special Christmas themed edition, we talk about:

• Christmas Presents, Good, Bad and unlikely to receive
• GR Yaris (Again! Yes, we do like it!!)
• How Brexit will effect our access to mainland Europe's roads
• Our "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/

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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 Yaris
• Driving 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/

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Another meandering stroll through the motoring world... including:

• Road Safety Week
• Lewis Hamilton becomes a 7 times Champion
• Getting trapped in the car sales site's web
• Electric Cars again!
• Taking the leap for that "Dream Car"
• An update on Mike's SEAT Ateca

For more visit:  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/11/podcast-congrats-to-lewis-road-safety-week-and-the-car-sales-web-of-temptation/

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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/

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The eclectic mix of motoring and motor sport related conversation this time includes:

• Enjoying track days
• Proposed changes to the Highway Code
• Is 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/

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Our usual eclectic mix of motoring stories and opinions... including:

• The Maserati MC20
• Aston Martin Victor
• Morris Minors
• Bizarre Cars
• The Least Exotic Parts Bins

Find more at  http://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2020/10/podcast-maserati-mc20-smart-roads-bizarre-cars-the-least-exotic-parts-bins/

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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/

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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/

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After Mike attends the Brooklands Museum Mini Day (with his freshly cleaned Mini!), he and Graham talk about the variety of themed meets at various places.

They also delve into the issues around the UK's potholed roads, and possibilities of some great deals on EVs.

Oh, and then there's Ken Tyrrell's Shed that has been relocated to the Goodwood Motor Circuit.....

For more:

https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2024/03/podcast-museum-car-shows-potholes-ev-deals-and-ken-tyrrells-shed/

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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/

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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/

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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

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