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The Radiator Arms

JayEmm & Friends

Welcome to our car enthusiast"s podcast by James Martin of JayEmm on Cars, Ant of SPORTZNTOURING and car guy/musician Will Gladwell, the Radiator Arms is a friendly, welcoming place to talk all things automotive and beyond - with focus on movies, music and video games all connected by a shared love of the automobile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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All Episodes

1:04:08

How Did 2025 Change Us As Car Guys?

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2025/12/31

As 2025 comes to a close, James, Ant and Will take a moment to reflect on how the year has shaped them as car people — from the cars they’ve driven and the experiences they’ve shared, to the moments that caught them off guard along the way.It’s a relaxed, end-of-year conversation about changing tastes, learning curves, community, and what spending a year talking honestly about cars can do to your perspective. Less about stats and specs, more about people, memories, and why this hobby still matters.★

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1:04:23

Things Even Car Enthusiasts Get Wrong!

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2025/12/29

Today we’re talking about the stuff even car enthusiasts get wrong on the road and on track — from confusing grip with handling, to misunderstanding weight transfer, to treating traction control like the enemy… and why “driving fast” still doesn’t automatically mean “driving well”.Expect pub-chat honesty, a few uncomfortable truths, and the usual detours into tyres, steering habits, heel-and-toe, hydroplaning myths, and the kind of driving confidence that probably needs adult supervision.Check out

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51:22

Will PAY PER MILE Spell The END of Your EV?

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2025/12/22

This week, James, Ant and Will dig into the newly announced 3p-per-mile tax for EVs and ask the big question: will this ever actually happen? They explore what the tax means for everyday EV drivers, how it compares to the real-world running costs of petrol and diesel, and whether the policy makes sense at a time when manufacturers are already struggling to meet EV quotas.They also discuss implementation problems, data-privacy concerns, MOT mileage tracking, and whether this could impact EV adoption

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1:08:46

What Do Car People REALLY Want for Christmas?

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2025/12/15

It’s Christmas at The Radiator Arms, which means one thing: car-enthusiast gift chaos. James, Ant and Will go through the best, worst and most confusing Christmas car gifts — from genuinely useful tools and model cars to the presents no petrolhead actually wants. They also talk about nostalgic childhood gifts, bargain ideas, and the things you should probably avoid putting under the tree.Ant also mentions the Antigravity A1 360° Drone — more info

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1:05:54

Car Breakdowns from Hell!

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2025/12/08

This week, James and Will swap their worst breakdown stories — from running out of fuel on the motorway to cars catching fire, mystery electrical gremlins, and the recovery services that somehow make a bad day even worse. They also read your listener submissions, including some truly heroic (and slightly chaotic) rescue attempts.It’s a mix of storytelling, catharsis, and the kind of car-person misery we can all laugh about once we’re safely home again.★ Featuring:• James:

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51:20

Things That Non-Car People NEVER Understand!

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2025/12/01

Things non-car people never understand… from why we even love cars, to their belief that there's nowhere you can legally drive a car over the speed limit!In this episode, James, Ant and Will break down the divide between car people and everyone else — with stories, confessions and the everyday moments that only car people will understand!★ Featuring:• James: https://youtube.com/@JayEmmOnCars• Ant: https://youtube.com/@sportzntouring• Will: https://youtube.com/@WillThePlank🕗 The Radiator Arms

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59:56

The Worst Modern Car Gimmicks!

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2025/11/24

Are modern cars getting worse to use? In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant and Will dive into the modern car gimmicks that drive everyone mad — from touchscreen controls and capacitive buttons to fake exhausts, overprotective ADAS systems, and those inconsistent electric handbrakes that seem to have a mind of their own.They explore why so many car features we hate are becoming standard, how car design mistakes keep slipping through, and why some tech makes driving less enjoyable rather

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59:00

Thrown in At the Supercar Deep End!

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2025/11/17

What happens when you go from fixing computers… to driving Ferraris?In this episode, James and Will talk about what it’s really like being thrown in the deep end with supercars. From Will’s first drive in a Ferrari Scuderia to taking the F12 out solo, this is a candid look at the thrills, nerves, and surprises of getting used to fast cars for the first time — plus a few lessons learned about window switches, public reactions, and Italian quirks along the way.• Will’s first time driving a Ferrari•

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1:15:52

Why Don’t Modern Cars Feel Special Anymore?

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2025/11/10

Remember when relatable cars felt special?In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James and Will sit down to talk about why so many modern cars feel less soulful than the ones we grew up loving. From affordable first cars to the icons that defined generations, they reflect on the machines that had character, connection and pride built into every drive.It’s a nostalgic, funny, and honest look at how car culture has changed — why we’ve lost some of that everyday magic, and what still keeps us falling in

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1:01:31

Inside Japan’s Car Scene!

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2025/11/03

What’s Japan’s car scene really like? In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant and Will talk about Ant’s trip to Japan — exploring the driving experience, the car community and how Japanese car culture compares to life on UK roads.From the myths and the hype to the surprising everyday realities, we reflect on what makes Japan’s car culture so unique — and whether it truly feels as different as everyone says. Expect thoughtful conversation, relatable humour and plenty of car talk.★

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52:30

Will's First Track Day!

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2025/10/27

What really happens on your first track day? This week on The Radiator Arms, James, Ant and Will relive Will’s first experience at Blyton Park — with the Mini JCW track car and Ferrari 550 Maranello both making an appearance.They share track day mistakes, setup lessons, and first-time nerves, plus what they’d do differently next time. It’s a mix of car banter, hard-won advice, and honest laughs from three enthusiasts who love talking about cars, and driving them properly!★ Featuring:• James:

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1:08:55

Why TV & Film Get Cars SO Wrong!

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2025/10/20

Why do movies keep getting cars so wrong — and why do we still love them anyway?This week, James, Ant and Will dive into Hollywood’s greatest automotive hits and misses, from Fast & Furious fantasies to Bond’s DB5, Lotus Esprit submarines and the gloriously inaccurate driving scenes that make car fans wince and grin in equal measure.• The car films we love — and the ones that make us shout at the screen• How Fast & Furious, Ford v Ferrari and Le Mans ’66 shaped car culture• Movie car realism

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1:03:06

Engines We Love (and Loathe)!

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2025/10/13

After last week’s EV palate cleanser, we go full internal-combustion: what makes an engine sing, what spoils it, and why sound and feel still matter. From silky straight-sixes and shrieky V12s to rotaries, turbos, superchargers and the unloved diesels, it’s a grounded, good-humoured wander through the engines that shape car culture.Highlights:• Daily drivers to dream motors: Clio hybrid, R53 Mini JCW, Mercedes M104, K-series Rover, RS4 B7 V8 • Rotary reality: RX-8 specifics, LSD feel, “specific

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1:12:31

Can EVs EVER Be SEXY and Cool?!

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2025/10/06

How do we make EVs sexy — or is that even the right question?This week on The Radiator Arms James (JayEmm on Cars) is joined by Ant (SPORTZ N TOURING) and Will (Will the Plank) to argue about styling, sound, range anxiety, bargain EVs, and whether electric cars can ever capture a petrolhead's heart.★ In this episode we dig into:• Sexy EVs vs gimmicks: Renault 5 E-Turbo, Rimac, Lotus Evija, McMurtry Speirling and the EVs that actually look cool.• Fake exhausts, synthetic gearshifts, and whether added

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1:14:48

Classic Car Mods: Improvement or Sacrilege?

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2025/09/29

Are classic cars best left original — or can the right modifications make them even better?In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James, Ant and Will debate where to draw the line between preservation and improvement.★ This week we cover:• Our time with the Nissan UK’s Datsun 240Z• The end of Will’s Bora-fronted Golf, and whether quirky swaps can add value• How subtle upgrades can transform classics without ruining their soul• Period-correct mods, resto-mods, stance culture, and where things go too

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1:01:43

DIY vs Pro: Are You a REAL Car Person If You Don’t...

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2025/09/22

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, Ant and Will dive into the age-old debate: are you really a car enthusiast if you don’t fix your own car? From DIY brake jobs on the side of the road to relying on trusted garages, we explore what it means to be “a real car person” in today’s world of finance plans, warranties, and increasingly complex cars.• Why some enthusiasts swear by DIY while others go pro• The role of finance, warranties, and modern tech in killing car DIY• Trust, safety, and the risks of

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1:09:28

"TRACK DAYS" WHY JAMES GAVE UP ON THEM!

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2025/09/15

Track days promise unforgettable thrills… and a few nasty surprises. In this episode, James and Ant break down what a track day actually is (vs. driving experiences vs experience days), why instructors and etiquette matter, how fast the costs and consumables add up, and the formats that give the best value — from PalmerSport at Bedford Autodrome to renting prepared cars, and even dipping a toe at the Nürburgring.• Track day vs. experience day: key differences and expectations• Where to go (MSV

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1:36:47

The Car Show That Reveals the Future of Enthusiast Cars

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2025/09/08

This week on The Radiator Arms, the trio are back together — James, Ant and Will — to talk about how one of the UK’s best car shows hints at the future of car culture. Helmingham Hall is full of classics, supercars and curiosities, but it also raises the question: what will the next generation of car enthusiasts actually have to be excited about?• Why Helmingham Hall stands out among British car shows• The mix of classics, supercars and EV curiosities on display• What the event says about the future

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41:25

We Went To Amsterdam and Found Something Surprising!

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2025/09/01

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James and Chris wrap up their European road trip with a stop in Amsterdam. From rain-soaked ferry crossings to laps of the Nürburgring, Porsche and BMW museums, and even a surprise detour into Prague, the journey has been packed with cars, culture, and plenty of laughs. But it’s in Amsterdam where things get really interesting — with some of the strangest, smallest, and most surprising cars they’ve ever seen.• Highlights from a 10-day European road trip•

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44:32

For The Love of GERMANY - My Friend's First Time!

The Radiator Arms ·

2025/08/25

In this episode of The Radiator Arms, James is joined by Chris for his very first time in Germany – and what better way to experience it than in a Porsche Boxster? Recording from the incredible Motorworld Munich, they share the story of a road trip that takes in some of Germany’s most iconic automotive destinations. From the high-speed thrills of the Autobahn to legendary race tracks and world-class car museums, it’s a first-timer’s adventure full of cars, culture, and a few surprises along the

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