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UKMotorTalk

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UKMotorTalk, sometime erratic scribblers and broadcasters of motoring and motorsport-related stuff. Often found with tongue embedded in cheek (or occasionally foot in mouth..), UKMotorTalk brings you an independent view on motoring and motorsport with impartial road tests, unbiased advice on buying and selling, insurance, taxation and road safety and all the news that affects your car use. We bring you a round up of the world of motoring with road tests, interviews with leading opinion formers, driving hints and tips and a digest of motoring and motorsport news, along with a passion for all th...

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First Take Media

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Leisure

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ukmotortalk.co.uk

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Mike Hawthorn Grand Prix of Farnham 15.10.2018

Mike, Jim and Graham spend the day in a wet Farnham town... Luckily, there is an event paying tribute to the 60th Anniversary of Mike Hawthorn winning the Formula One World Championship to keep them occupied! In amongst the vehicles they admire are Ferraris, Jaguars, Bentleys, a Fiat Abarth 750, an Austin Atlantic, and the Thinwall Special Ferrari driven by Hawthorn himself. Check out the highligh...

The 2018 Sensible Car Shootout 01.10.2018

Following on from the fantasy world of Goodwood Revival, Graham brings us back down to earth exploring the £10-20,000 new car market. At the SMMT's test day, he drives the "all new" Dacia Duster, MG3, Citroen C4 Cactus Hatch, and Kia Ceed. To help with the decision making, Helena considers the car that she would buy in the real world. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/10/podcast-the-2018-sensibl...

Goodwood Revival - A Jolly Good Weekend Of Motoring 10.09.2018

Graham, Mike and Jim have a jolly spiffing weekend at the Goodwood Revival 2018, and speak to lots of people who are also convinced that the clocks have been turned back more than 50 years! They also find that the classic car field is more than just old cars... Technology is helping to keep some beautiful cars on the road. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/09/podcast-goodwood-revival-a-jolly-good-wee...

Musical F1 chairs, FIST in action, and the Mike Hawthorn Grand Prix of Farnham 24.08.2018

It's the time of year when F1 drivers get restless and start swapping seats... and it is hard to keep track! The Fiesta ST has been on track, and bringing smiles to a few faces. And we preview the Total Elf HTX Grand Prix of Farnham on 14th October... More from https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/10/total-elf-htx-mike-hawthorn-grand-prix-of-farnham/ https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/08/podcast-musical-f1-...

Race Prep 101, the New Focus, and Motoring of the Future 09.08.2018

UKMotorTalk's Michael Gates and James Baxter show us their track car, a Fiesta ST that they've acquired for some budget motor sport. They also discuss the brand new Ford Focus, and its competition in the market sector it joins. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/08/podcast-race-prep-101-the-new-focus-and-motoring-of-the-future/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William Medcalf Vintage Bentley 23.07.2018

UKMotorTalk's Graham Benge sits down for a chat with William Medcalf of William Medcalf Vintage Bentley. William describes the importance of keeping vintage cars running, and running well using modern technology and business methods. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/07/podcast-william-medcalf-vintage-bentley/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goodwood Festival of Speed - The Whole Weekend 15.07.2018

Mike Gates and Jim Baxter make the most of the good weather and have a full weekend of petrol, oil, speaking to great drivers, and looking at cars.... They seemed to enjoy it! Amongst others, they spoke to Valtteri Bottas, Robert Kubica, Chris Smiley, George Russell, John Minshaw and Tom Mann. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/07/podcast-goodwood-festival-of-speed-2018/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018 - A look back at Festival of Speed 2012 11.07.2018

In a last look back before the first day of the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed tomorrow, we stop at 2012 and find Karun Chandhok, Nick Heidfeld, land speed record holder Andy Green, Daniel Ricciardo, and nine time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/07/podcast-a-look-back-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-2012/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018 - A look back at Festival of Speed 2005 10.07.2018

A second look into our archive, this time from the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2005, finds F1's Fernando Alonso, Indy car's Danny Sullivan, BTCC's Tim Harvey, Le Man's Darren Turner, RS200 owner Tony Maynard, and F1's John Watson. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/07/podcast-another-look-back-the-festival-of-speed-2005/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018 - A look back at Festival of Speed 2000 09.07.2018

A look back at the archive finds Damon Hill, Murray Walker, Richard Burns, Johnny Herbert, Sir Jack Brabham and Emerson Fittipaldi enjoying the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2000. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2018/07/podcast-a-look-back-at-the-festival-of-speed-2000/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Geneva International Motor Show 2018 12.03.2018

UKMotorTalk's Michael Gates presents highlights of the Geneva International Motor Show . These include the VW "I.D. Buzz" all-electric microbus due out in 2022, the stunning David Brown Automotive Speedback and Mini Remastered, and the curious Aston Martin's Lagonda Vision concept of the future. Also catching the eye is Honda's Urban EV Concept with its unashamedly retro styling. This vehicle is r...

UKMotorTalk News Highlights - London to Brighton Veteran Car Run 2017 06.11.2017

In this episode of UKMotorTalk: 2017 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run Lewis Hamilton - 2017 F1 World Champion Ford Robutt - Robot seat tester Project Bloodhound Winter Driving - Tyres and Lights Autonomous driving tests Older Drivers https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/11/ukmotortalk-news-highlights-podcast-london-to-brighton-veteran-car-run-2017/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

UKMotorTalk News highlights 25.10.2017

In this episode of UKMotorTalk: London's T-Charge A new child seat with air bags 2018's Grand Prix of South America long distance rally A review of the US Grand Prix A look forward to the 2017 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/10/ukmotortalk-news-highlights-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DS7 Crossback La Premiere - Guided Tour 06.10.2017

DS Automobiles UK's Head of Communications, Kevin Jones, shows us round the DS 7 Crossback La Premiere, due to be available in the UK early 2018. See the video at: https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/10/ds-7-crossback-la-premiere-guided-tour/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goodwood Revival - Sunday 10th September 2017 10.09.2017

The third and final day of the 2017 Goodwood Revival means that it is time for some serious racing. Each race sees millions of pounds of classic vehicles being driven the way they were designed for.... The team assembles to enjoy cars, planes, fashion, music and racing!  https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/goodwood-revival-sunday-sounds/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Goodwood Revival - Saturday 9th September 2017 09.09.2017

The second day of the Revival brings warmer, drier weather, and with it comes some great on track action, and off track chat. Graham Benge and Michael Gates have spent the day wearing down their shoe leather so you don't have to.... https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/goodwood-revival-day-twos-spectacle/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Goodwood Revival - Friday 8th September 2017 08.09.2017

Day One of the 2017 Goodwood Revival... and not even the torrential rain dampens the mood of the thousands of visitors to the event. It is THE place to be to talk about the entire history of motor sport! UKMT's Graham Benge has spent the day doing just that...... https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/goodwood-revival-sights-and-sounds-from-day-one/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

From the Archive - Brabham, Brooks and Salvadori 07.09.2017

From the Archive at Goodwood Revival 2006: UKMT's Graham Benge talks to Sir Jack Brabham, Tony Brooks and Roy Salvadori about the long friendship they've had, surviving driving through the 50s, and enjoying the social side of the Goodwood event. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/from-the-archive-brabham-brooks-and-salvadori/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Archive - Lyn St. James @ Goodwood Revival 2006 06.09.2017

From the Archive - Goodwood Revival 2006: UKMT's Will Chambers talks to IndyCar, Le Mans, and Indianapolis 500 driver Lyn St. James about how she got into racing, and the spectacle of the Goodwood Revival. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/from-the-archive-indycars-lyn-st-james-goodwood-revival/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Archive - Sir Jackie Stewart @ Goodwood Revival 2006 05.09.2017

From the Archive - Goodwood Revival 2006: Upon the naming of the "Jackie Stewart Pavilion", Sir Jackie Stewart recalls the fond memories he has for the Goodwood Circuit. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/from-the-archive-sir-jackie-stewart-goodwood-revival-2006/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the Archive - Rowan Atkinson @ Goodwood Revival 2006 04.09.2017

From the Archive - Goodwood Revival 2006: Rowan Atkinson talks about the joys of attending the Goodwood Revival as a driver, sharing a car with Sir Stirling Moss. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/09/from-the-archive-rowan-atkinson-goodwood-revival-2006/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special Profile - Mike Turner of Cuff Miller, a Ford dealership in Littlehampton 30.08.2017

In a special edition of UKMotorTalk, as part of Littlehampton's Ford dealership, Cuff Miller's 70th Anniversary, Graham Benge talks to Mike Turner about the longevity of the business, and some of the characters involved throughout its history. Mike also shares the ingredients of what has made the business successful, and his view of the current state of the car market in the UK. Thanks to Cuf...

A drag-racing Anglia and a Focus RS 24.08.2017

Graham Benge talks to Cuff Miller's Michael Gates about a 1950s Ford Anglia that has been heavily modified for drag-racing, and the Focus RS that is about to get the Mountune treatment. https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/08/ford-anglia-cosworth-drag-racer-and-focus-rs/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ford Popular 100E @ Cuff Miller 70 22.08.2017

Graham talks to Graham about his Ford Popular... which is popular! https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/08/ford-popular-100e-cuff-miller-70/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1966 Mk 1 Ford Cortina Estate @ Cuff Miller 70 21.08.2017

Graham talks to Dave, a proud owner of a 1966 Ford Cortina Estate... which has been kept on the road through a few modifications and loads of enthusiasm! https://ukmotortalk.co.uk/2017/08/ford-cortina-estate-mk1-1966-cuff-miller-70/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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