UKMotorTalk

In this episode we are thrilled to be joined by 2026 Britcar Endurance Championship driver, Julian McBride.Julian has taken a life-changing medical complication that left him paralyzed from the waist down, and turned it into a racing and coaching career, highlighting a determination and sense of purpose to help others, through motor sport, make the most of life, despite the difficulties they may face.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2026/02/podcast-julian-mcbride-racer-coach-and-disability-in-motorsport-mentor/

In this episode we have a quick glance at the opening F1 testing in Barcelona, are amazed by some of the car parts you can find on eBay, and explore Hagerty's 10 cars to watch in 2026 with their UK Bull Market List.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2026/01/podcast-f1-a-new-jensen-and-its-amazing-what-you-find-on-ebay/

We dive into 2026 with a look at Lucid, European public transport and the possibility of a Polestar...For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2026/01/podcast-lucid-electric-and-maybe-a-polestar/

In this special episode, the team are joined by Chris Stradling aka Stradders.Stradders has flown as a Navigator with the RAF for 41 years, primarily on Panavia Tornado fast jets, but more recently on the Avro Lancaster of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.Having recently retired, we thought that now would be a good time to enjoy just some of his amazing stories, and, naturally, ask him what car he drives!For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/11/podcast-from-triumph-toledo-to-raf-tornado/

What cars would you like to swap to electric power? Dave has been to the Everything Electric live show and has spoken to experts Silent Classics https://silentclassics.co.uk Meanwhile, Graham has been thinking about which of his vehicles best meets the advantages of running on electricity.....For more: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/10/podcast-electrifying-the-classics/

As McLaren clinch another F1 World Constructors' Championship, we look forward to the rest of the season, and where Christian Horner might pop up next.We also welcome Jason Plato back to the BTCC world, and discuss how affordable "hot hatches" may or may not have disappeared from the UK car market.For more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/10/podcast-where-did-all-the-hot-hatches-go/

Dave and Graham take a look at some of the stories that have caught our eye over the last few weeks:Lewis Hamilton says he's sold his car collectionThere's a new World's Fastest Production CarWood and Picket Minis return with Ian CallumChristian Horner's next stepJaguar Land Rover's hacking issueThe death of MX5 designer Tom MatanoBMW will have iX5 with hydrogen powerFor more:https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2025/09/podcast-new-worlds-fastest-production-car-wood-and-picket-is-back-ix5-hydrogen/

Mike and Jim have a good look round the 2025 British Motor Show at Farnborough.Many thanks to everyone who spoke to us, including:Harding Auto ServicesHaynes Motor MuseumTotalled Car ClubTVR Car ClubYou can also watch this podcast and see all of the great cars on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXscfDPuRV4 , including:VW Golf (various!)Ford Sierra CosworthLamborghini CountachPeugeot 205 GTiRenault 5 GT TurboLotus EliseTVR SagarisRover Metro (with Lotus engine!)Microlinoand KITT!#lotus #tvr #golf #classiccars #britishmotorshow #bms2025 #bms25 #countach #supercars #drifting #cosworth #modified #modifiedcars