Car Chat

Latest Episodes:

Jonny Cocker | JCR Developments - Making A Manthey GT2RS Even Faster! Apr 03, 2023

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In this episode of Car Chat, we sit down with Jonny Cocker of JCR Developments to dive deep into the world of Porsche modifications and development. From the Porsche 911 Speedster to the 992 GT2RS, Jonny shares his expertise on the mods that make these cars even more impressive. He also talks about the challenges of sourcing development cars and the benefits of using Manthey kits.

https://jcr-developments.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jcr_developments/

As the conversation progresses, we take a look at the new GT3RS and next-gen hypercars. Jonny also discusses the importance of lowered seat frames and spring kits in enhancing the driving experience in the Yaris GR.

But the discussion doesn't stop there. Jonny shares his insights on future Porsche projects, the modifications made to the iconic 918, and the tools used in testing, including the centrelock wheel gun and tyre choice.

To wrap things up, we ask Jonny the five questions.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

2:50 - 911 Speedster Mods

11:30 - 992 GT2RS Mods

21:17 - Sourcing development cars

24:21 - Manthey kits

30:33 - The new GT3RS

37:41 - Next gen hypercars

47:01 - Lowered seat frames

49:52 - Spring kits

59:02 - Future Porsche projects

1:03:17 - 918 mods

1:05:45 - Centrelock wheel gun

1:11:57 - Tyre choice for testing

1:16:25 - 5 Questions

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Sid North | Fifth Gear Recharged Mar 27, 2023

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Sid North is back on the podcast, a presenter, youtuber and car fanatic. We have a good old chat about what he's been up to and some of the interesting cars he's been driving.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNbCtCG7BowpRvDSMI_ZR1w

https://www.instagram.com/sid.north/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

03:49 - Catch up

07:39 - Cars are expensive

13:43 - Do manufacturers’ care about warranty?

25:27 - 5th Gear Recharged

33:45 - Hybrids vs PHEV

35:00 - EV Chat

47:12 - Sid pre-judges a Maserati

49:27 - The problem with the C63...

58:35 - 4 models for every manufacturer challenge

1:09:46 - Suspension change candidates

1:21:01 - Where are the fun cars?

1:25:25 - Sid driving silly cars

1:40:37 - 5 Questions

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Mark Harrison | Praga Cars - Putting Youtubers In Racecars And The Bohema Hypercar Mar 20, 2023

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In this episode, we chat with Mark Harrison, Managing Director at Praga Cars UK, about what it takes to create a successful automotive brand. From working with journalists and YouTubers to the Praga Bohema. We delve into this new car and see what it's all about.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

5:25 - Working with Journalists

16:27 - Working with Youtubers

36:16 - The Bohema

1:00:08 - 5 Questions

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Ed Bernardon - Designing Carbon Fibre For F1, Autonomous Vehicles And The Future Of Transportation And Urban Mobility Mar 13, 2023

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In this episode, we sit down with Ed Bernardon, Vice President of Strategic Automotive Initiatives at Siemens, to explore the intersection of automotive engineering and technology. Ed shares his insights on designing carbon fiber for F1 racing, the latest developments in autonomous vehicles, and how Siemens is shaping the future of city transportation. He also takes us through his experience working at Siemens and shares his perspectives on town planning for cars.

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

9:15 - Designing Carbon Fiber for F1

17:12 - Working at Siemens

24:51 - Town Planning for Cars

34:39 - Autonomous Vehicles

1:18:27 - City Modes of Transportation

1:36:08 - 5 Questions

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Chris Ingram - The Journey To Becoming A Rally Champion Mar 06, 2023

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Join us as we chat with rally driver Chris Ingram, the 2019 European Rally Champion, as he shares his journey and experiences in the thrilling world of rally racing. From securing sponsorship to developing his rally driving style, Chris takes us through the ins and outs of the sport. He reveals the intricacies of making pace notes, the differences in rally cars, and the costs involved in the sport. We also explore the exhilaration of rallying as a spectator sport and the adrenaline-pumping moments of wild moves and gymkhana. Chris also shares his fitness regime and how he copes with racing with a puncture before finishing up with our 5 usual questions.

Enjoy,

Sam

Recorded Nov '22

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

08:15 - Getting Sponsorship

13:21 - Rally Driving Style

16:24 - Making Pace Notes

30:28 - Differences in Rally Cars

34:46 - Rally as a Spectator Sport

37:47 - The Costs

41:25 - Wild Moves & Gymkhana

50:41 -The Crowds

57:38 - Fitness Training

1:08:06 - Racing with a Puncture

1:26:04 - 5 Questions

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Ian Callum | Director Of Design For Jaguar, Land Rover and Now Callum Designs Dec 26, 2022

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Join us for an exclusive interview with automotive design legend Ian Callum, as we delve into his creative process and explore some of his most iconic designs. From the Nissan LM GT1 to Callum Designs, Ian shares insights on how he approaches car design and how design tools have evolved over the years. We also discuss the timelessness of car design and take a peek at Ian's personal collection. All this, plus five rapid-fire questions to round out the episode. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of the masters of the automotive world!

https://www.callumdesigns.com/

Instagram: iscallum

Show Notes:

00:00 - Intro

05:03 - Creative Process

12:22 - Nissan LM GT1

21:10 - How does car design age?

29:55 - How do design tools change how you design?

38:43 - Callum Designs

48:23 - Ian’s Collection

56:20 - 5 Questions

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Dan Prosser | Automotive Journalist and Founder Of The Intercooler Dec 19, 2022

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On this episode of the show, we're joined by automotive journalist Dan Prosser to discuss a range of topics in the world of cars. We start off by chatting about the new Intercooler website and what it has to offer car enthusiasts. Then, we delve into the world of podcasting and discuss the ins and outs of building a successful show.

Later in the episode, Dan shares his thoughts on building a YouTube brand and the importance of staying authentic and true to your own voice. We also discuss the differences between the 765LT and P1, and the new GT3RS.

For car racing fans, we delve into the topic of using a sim to learn racing and the benefits it can offer. We also compare the GT3 and GT4RS and discuss their respective strengths and weaknesses.

We wrap up the show by paying tribute to the recently retired Fiesta ST and discussing Sam's new electric vehicle. This episode is packed with insights and information for car enthusiasts of all kinds. Don't miss it!

https://www.instagram.com/danpross86/

https://www.the-intercooler.com/

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

07:23 - The new Intercooler website

10:13 - Podcasting

23:13 - Building a Youtube brand

33:06 - 765LT vs P1

44:02 - The New GT3RS

1:13:46 - Using a Sim to learn racing

1:27:19 - GT3 vs GT4RS

1:34:15 - RIP Fiesta ST & Sam’s New EV

2:08:36 - 5 Questions

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Phil Morrison | Driftworks Dec 12, 2022

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Phil Morrison (@philmorrisondw) is the founder of Driftworks (@driftworks), a specialist street & racecar parts shop. Phil and the team have built some incredibly cool drift and road cars along the way including:

- DW86 - An AE86 extensively modified and wide-bodied with a 720bhp 7.4L LSX V8 drift build.

- A V10 Swapped E46 M3

- E30 M3 Track Car with an S65 V8 in it.

- RWB Promodet 964 Porsche Turbo

- GT1 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640

- And much much more

Tune in to hear Phil talk all about his journey, building Driftworks, competing in drifting, building and choosing his personal cars and lots of Porsche chat along the way as well.

https://www.driftworks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/driftworks/

https://www.instagram.com/philmorrisondw/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

10:56 - Getting Started in Drifting

19:51 - The DW86

31:51 - Driving Drift Cars vs “Normal” Cars

33:40 - The GT3

46:11 - Phil’s Collection

56:10 - The Murcielago GT1

1:07:29 - The YouTube Channel and Car Shows

1:29:35 - 5 Questions

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Ollie Marriage | Head Of Car Testing - Top Gear Dec 05, 2022

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Ollie Marriage (@olliemarriage) is Head of Car Testing at BBC Top Gear. He joins me for a chat about his journey and some of the awesome cars he's driven along the way. Everything from an LMP1 car (how epic is that) to fully on rally cars, there is something for everyone in here.

https://www.instagram.com/olliemarriage/

https://www.topgear.com/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

15:12 - Review Process

24:30 - Career Continued

28:42 - Writing Style Between Magazines

42:15 - Does the Experience Warp the Review?

48:15 - COTY

57:24 - Driving an LMP1 Car

1:08:59 - James Dean’s M3

1:16:41 - 5 Questions

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Sam Bailey | SL Shop - Everything Mercedes Benz SL Nov 28, 2022

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I popped in to see Sam Bailey, founder of @slshopuk . SL Shop is a specialist focusing on the Mercedes SL doing everything from sales, restorations through to their own restomods. Sam is a serious car fanatic, we don't just discuss Mercedes and the business (although we cover most things you need to know about the various SLs). We also discuss his racing in Caterhams, a selection of the driver's cars he owns (lots of goodies in here) and the fact both of us have chosen an E63s wagon as our daily!

Plenty for everyone so have a listen.

https://www.theslshop.com/

https://www.instagram.com/slshopuk/

Enjoy,

Sam

Show Notes:

0:00 - Intro

12:41 - The SL Models

20:27 - Working on Electronics and Old Parts

28:27 - What’s Hard to Restore?

35:41 - The Favourite SL

45:06 - Racing Experiences