Are you considering buying an electric car? Before signing that purchase agreement, there's a critical factor you need to understand that most dealers won't tell you about – insurance costs that could potentially be thousands of pounds higher than you're expecting. I'm pulling back the curtain on a major financial trap awaiting unprepared EV buyers. When ordering an electric vehicle, most customers assume insurance premiums will be comparable to their previous petrol or diesel cars, especial...

This week on The Cooper Cast, Dale Blankenship (and Producer Kodi Monster, who’s still refusing to speak on mic) tackle a mix of MINI topics worth tuning in for. First up—dipsticks. Yes, the kind for checking your oil, not the ones posting bad advice on Facebook. Then we chat about why a dash cam might be one of the best investments you can make for your MINI. We’ve also got some new videos coming soon to the Cooper Cast Facebook page showing off neat little MINI features you might not even k...

Send us a text Join us for a 5 minutes of bonus chat about utilizing Cockney Rhyming Slang in reference to vehicles of the past. A VW Jetta could be a Red Setter, a Hans Solo a VW Polo, a Nelson and Winnie a Mini. Trying to get further ideas we turned to Chat GPT, but sadly the magic of rhyming slang is lost on AI, and its suggestions were all laughable for the wrong reasons... Pretty pony and trap to be honest. Can you think of any good ones? Get in touch - we'll sort a mug...

Andrew Austen & Julia Roberts Talk to Andrew Evans about one of the U.K’s most elegant automotive gatherings - The London Concours.

I have a chat with Luke Squiers who's been selected to race for Whyalla Earthworks Racing in there brand new LS powered Sprintcar for the upcoming season. Luke and Beej discussed the upcoming racing season, including Luke's transition from dirt kart racing to sprint cars and his new team dynamics. They covered various aspects of race preparation, including car setup, fitness, and scheduling, as well as broader topics like content creation in the racing world and the challenges of organizing...

Dick and special guest, Derek (Dick's son) share their impressions of Ron Howard’s Rush, the film that brings the iconic Hunt vs. Lauda rivalry to the big screen. In this relaxed episode, they chat about what stood out, what felt true to the spirit of Formula 1, and why the movie resonates with fans of all ages. What moments captured the thrill of racing?Did the film do justice to the personalities of Hunt and Lauda?Where does Rush land among motorsport movies? Send us a text Support the sho...

I grabbed a quick chat with Isla Rowett of Rowett Motorsport Group for a chat about her upcoming debut season in a Sprintcar

There was  a lot to see and do at the Melbourne EV Show, and plenty of people to talk to! Here are three interviews Adrian recorded at the event. A big thanks to Martin, Mark, and Paul for taking the time to chat. Find out more about Aurora (Solar Car Technology), the Tesla Owners Club of Australia, and the Australian Electric Vehicle Association. A big thanks to Future Drive AutoShows for organising the Melbourne EV Show. - https://www.futuredriveauto.au/(00:10) Learn about  solar car

Buckle up, badasses—Episode 1 of the Modesto Harley-Davidson Deep Dive Podcast is droppin' like a hammer on hot steel, takin' you on a wild ride through the full-throttle history of Mitchell's Modesto Harley-Davidson! We're talkin' straight from the dusty roads of 1938, when Leonard Andres kicked this beast into gear as the original owner, buildin' a legacy that'd roar through generations. Picture this: Leonard's son Brad tearin' up tracks as a three-time Daytona champ and 1955 National Champion,

Trainer Murray Voth, RPM Training, digs into how and why shops in the same market can vary from controlled, comfortable, chaotic, and everything in between, how to transition to the shop you want, and why it matters. Part 2 of 2. With host Andrew Ross.

Trainer Murray Voth, RPM Training, digs into how and why shops in the same market can vary from controlled, comfortable, chaotic, and everything in between, how to transition to the shop you want, and why it matters. Part 1 of 2. With host Andrew Ross.

Kevin Harvick sits down with Ryan Blaney for this week’s Victory Lap fresh off his thrilling victory in Nashville to talk about what it means to finally secure a win after multiple close calls this season. Blaney shares how his team plans to keep the momentum rolling, the lessons learned from this hard-fought victory, and how they’re preparing for the upcoming challenges at Michigan and the unique Mexico City event. It’s a candid, insightful, and fun chat between two drivers who know what it takes

Another quick one from the CCW Team as they weave a podcast into a week shortened by a Bank Holiday and busied by an upcoming bumper issue (more on that next week!). That hasn’t stopped David and Jesse sitting down for a chat about the latest issue and the stories within. If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics Catch Up 3:32 - Bicester Bounces Back as Classic Fans Raise Cash for Charities 8:05 - Mike Brewer’s Ones to Watch 13:02 -

It’s a quick one for Jesse and James this week amidst production deadlines and a looming bank holiday, but they’ve carved out time to chat about the sad events at Bicester, the strength of the classic community and what else you can enjoy in the latest edition of Classic Car Weekly! If you want to subscribe to CCW, https://bit.ly/3ZkKjaz Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Our Classics 2:53 - Bicester Motion and The Strenght of the Classic Community 8:26 - Classics will still be discussed in

Send us a text Ever faced the frustrating discovery of completely frozen food in your camping fridge? That's exactly what happened to a friend recently—and it's a common problem with an easy solution. In this rambling road chat, I share the essential practice of pre-cooling your camping cooler or fridge before trips, especially during hot weather. This simple step prevents thermostat malfunctions that can freeze everything solid while draining your battery. The conversation meanders through ...

Send us a text After a fantastic day out at the 82nd Members Meeting at Goodwood Motor Circuit, Andy is joined by his brother Mike for a chat about the event, and comparing it to the more mainstream Revival event. A quick plug for Mike, if you need a Videographer for a business or personal project, look him up - www.mikebdesigns.com Normal episode service will resume, with another full episode dropping next Tuesday. Support the show We’d love you to hear and share your stori...

In this episode, Chris and Georgia from APS are joined by Gary from eBay Australia to explore how eBay sellers can build trust and maintain top-rated status on the platform. They unpack seller performance metrics, the importance of proactive account management, how feedback affects reputation, and why sellers must treat eBay with the same professionalism as other sales channels. The trio emphasises the power of communication, both with customers and with eBay support, and the need to align wi...

Car brands are secretly limiting your car’s potential, and it has NOTHING to do with reliability. Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-in Getting more power out of a factory car can be surprisingly straightforward with the right software (and sometimes hardware modifications), but what goes into developing a proper tune that exploits more potential without pushing the OEM components past their limits? At SEMA, HPA had a chat with Arin Anhell fr...

Capital One is looking at ways to expand the use of AI-based agents on the heels of launching its agentic AI-based tool, Chat Concierge, earlier this year.Chat Concierge answers customer queries and can help with tasks such as comparing available vehicles and exploring financing options online before consumers head to a dealership.  In building its tech stack, Capital One reviewed how consumers use AI-based tools, the types of questions they ask, and how digital communication can be used to

Why just take your classic car to the pub or a car show when you could give it some round a track? In this bonus episode, we're at a Triumph track day at Castle Combe circuit in Wiltshire. Join us as we meet members of the TR Register and find out how track days allow you to enjoy your classics on a whole new level. Plus we don a crash helmet and try it first hand. So come with us as we give it some round the bends! :: Big thanks to Kevin Bryant and everyone at the TR Register for their help ...