Garage Talk Unwrapped - The Podcast

In this episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast, sponsored by BM Catalysts, Vicky and Ben visit the BM Catalysts headquarters in Mansfield to chat with Mark Blinston, the Commercial Director and friend of Garage Talk. They explore the fascinating journey of BM Catalysts, from its humble beginnings as a tyre fitting centre in 1966 to becoming Europe's leading manufacturer of aftermarket hot end emissions products. Mark shares insights on the challenges the company has faced, the impact of

In this episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast, sponsored by BM Catalysts, Vicky and Ben welcome Stephen Whitton from [M]enable, a movement dedicated to raising awareness of mental health within the automotive industry. They delve into the concept of "mental wealth" and discuss the importance of fostering a supportive culture in workshops, dealerships, and offices. Stephen shares his personal journey in the trade, the challenges faced by individuals in the industry, and how [M]enable is

In this episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast, sponsored by BM Catalysts, Vicky and Ben explore apprenticeships, work experience, and inspiring the next generation in the automotive aftermarket. They discuss the importance of attracting young talent into garages, bodyshops, and other industry roles, and share insights on how businesses can support apprentices to develop valuable skills. With expert input from Dave Reece of School of Thought, listeners will gain practical advice on offering

In this episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast, Sponsored by BM Catalysts, Vicky and Ben delve into the world of tyres for Tyre Safety Month. They discuss the critical importance of maintaining tyre health, from checking pressure and tread depth to understanding the impact of defective tyres on road safety. With insights from the passionate tyre expert, Sophie Lyden, known as The Tyre Lady, listeners will gain valuable knowledge on how to keep their vehicles safe on the road.Guests: -

In this episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast, Vicky and Ben dive into the history and future of oil - the lifeblood of every car. From animal fats and whale oil to 20W-50 on the garage shelf, right through to today’s highly specified lubricants and EV fluids, we explore how oil has shaped motoring.Guests and highlights: Fuzz Townshend (CarSOS), recorded at the British Motor Show, on why fixing cars has become more complex, how oil specs changed over time, and what really happens behind

In this first episode of Garage Talk Unwrapped - The Podcast, Ben and Vicky take a practical, trade-focused look at electric vehicle (EV) charging in the UK. We unpack why some drivers — including us — haven’t yet switched, examine real-world EV charging costs and accessibility, and explain why the UK lags behind other European countries.Guests and highlights: Matt Cleevely on why he moved into EV work, recorded at the Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference 2024. Matthew Teudor on his company EVDC and a

In this short introductory episode, Vicky and Ben say hello and share what Garage Talk Unwrapped – The Podcast is all about.We talk about why we’ve launched the show, how it connects with our YouTube channel, and what listeners can expect in future episodes — from trade news and product updates to exclusive interviews, tech deep dives, and practical workshop advice. To kick things off, we also look back at a few of our favourite moments from Garage Talk Unwrapped on YouTube — including celebrity