The British Motor Show Podcast

Dan Cottrell chats to Steve Nash, Chief Executive of the IMI (Institute of the Motor Industry). Steve has been in the motor industry since he graduated in 1977 and brings decades of experience to the role. He campaigns for a number of initiatives for the creation of a license to practise for those working on electric vehicles in support of grater adoption of the technology, wider take-up of apprenticeships in the automotive retail sector and the application of qualifications to ensure the highest standards of customer service throughout the motor retail experience.

Roxy is talking to Charisse Smith from CMe Media, CMe work across Media Planning, Digital and Creative Marketing and Content. It was great to hear Charisse's tales of her work within the Motor Industry and have her in the Podcab to talk about the show.

Kevin Nicks is the builder and owner of the world's fastest shed! In 2020 Kevin piloted his creation to an astonishing 106mph at an event at the Elvington Airfield. Dan Cottrell met Kevin at his shed to talk about his world record as well as his other creations and all time favourite cars.

The Caterham and District Independent is a local newspaper with a difference. With print, online and radio editions and even a podcast it combines community news and support for local businesses of which our very own Podcast Guys are one. Dan Cottrell sat down with Louise in the Podcab to discuss how she runs a local newspaper and her favourite sites at the show.

Dan Cottrell is joined by Edmund King, President of the Automotive Association. Edmend heads up public affairs and communications for the AA and is often found on radio and television as a commentator on industry events. Dan is joined by Edmund in the Podcab to talk about his work, his favourite sites of the show and how he sees the future of the motor industry.

Dan Cottrell was joined by Tiff Needell in the back of the Podcab. Formally serving as presenter of Top Gear and Fifth Gear Tiff has enjoyed a stellar carer as a racing driver and presenter. Dan sat down with him to talk cars and his favourite memories from his distinguished presenting career.

One of the main focuses of the show this year was sustainability, one of the most exciting technologies that will power the next generation of eco friendly cars is suitable fuels. Dan Cottrell as joined in the Podcab by David Richardson from Coryton a manufacturer of blended, sustainable fuels. In this episode David explains the technology and how sustainable fuels will play a vital role in getting to net zero.

B Radio broadcasts on digital radio and on 95.6fm across Barkshire and 106.5fm across Hampshire and Surrey. Roger Noble was recording live from the show just like us so he joined Dan Cottrell in the Podcab to record the world's first live radio podcast cross over in the back of a London Cab (we'll have to get Pravin to confirm that one).

Every car at The British Motor show looked its best, sparkling exteriors and spotless interiors it was a feast for the eyes to walk around the show this year. Someone who knows a thing or two about making cars look there best is our final guest of the series, Barry Francis.Host Adam Chambers spoke to Barry about smart cleanse who deliver professional vehicle preparation and staffing solutions for the motor trade. Barry has been in the industry for almost 20 years and his experience shines through (excuse the pun) into his work with Smart Cleanse.

Dan Cottrell talks to Ruben from Ruben Hage Racing. Ruben is taking on the biggest challenge of his young career in 2022 moving to senior racing to contest the Gengtta GT5 challenge at the helm of a G40 GT5. We sat down in the Podcab along with fellow young racing drivers Charlie Lower and Joe Dalgarno to talk motor sport and competing at such a young age.

Host Roxy is joined by Abi Stephens, sports presenter and performance coach. Whether it's presenting MotoGP on BT Sport or interviewing boxers ring side on euro sport Abi is a renowned presenter with a decade of experience. It was great to have her in the Podcab to discuss her career and passion for motor sport.

The 2021 British Motor Show was the first in 13 years. Across 4 days, 45,000 people passed through the doors to get a glimpse of old and new rare cars, celebrity guests, live stunts and racing simulators. The team at The Podcast Guys were there to capture all the action, recording live from the back of the #Podcab. Celebrity guests, industry experts and members of the public all contributed to the official podcast which you can find right here. Listen back to the best moments and see why the 2022 show is not to be missed!

Fifth Gear presenter and racing car driver Vicki Butler-Henderson joins host Dan Cottrell in the Podcab, fresh from the main stage at the British Motor Show, to talk cars, planes, and her favourite sights from the show. Her new YouTube channel The Car Girl is now live.

Host Cal Mac is joined in the Podcab for a quick chat with Queen B, Becky Evans, from Red Bull’s Drift Queen series. Becky travels the globe seeking to understand the origins of drifting and how it fits into the wider motoring scene, and in this podcast episode she talks about her favourite cars, her career and what we can expect next from the queen of drifting.

Cricketing legend Graeme Swann joins host Cal Mac in the back of the Podcab to discuss his favourite cars, his fondest memory from a distinguished cricket career, and what cars have taken his eye at the British Motor Show.

Another legend of the game, ex-cricketer and Question Of Sport stalwart Phil Tufnell hops in the Podcab to talk cars with host Cal Mac. Phil reminisces on his I’m A Celeb appearance and victory, and remembers the best car he’s ever bought.

Rugby League legend Martin Offiah looks back on his career and discusses his love of cars with host Cal Mac. He reveals his passion for promoting electric vehicles, his love for Tesla and the part he plays in the campaign to push the electric vehicle discussion into the public psyche.

Host Cal Mac is in the back of the Podcab talking to Touring Car drivers Aiden Moffat & Ash Sutton. The pair discuss the best cars they’ve ever driven, tell us about their favourite moments from the Motor Show and reveal whether they could drift the Podcab.

After a 13 year hiatus, the British Motor Show finally re-opened on the 19th of August 2021. Across 4 days, 45,000 people passed through the doors to get a glimpse of old and new rare cars, celebrity guests, live stunts and racing simulators. One of the popular sights was the Podcab, a London taxi converted by the Podcast Guys into a mobile podcast studio. A pink carpet led interested passers by into the back of the cab, where they shared their thoughts on the show and their favourite things to see. Using top of the range audio and video equipment to capture the occasion, the Podcast Guys have packaged up the best conversations from 4 days of the show, with hosts Dan Cottrell and Adam Chambers talking to car lovers young and old about the success of the show.

After a 13 year hiatus, the British Motor Show finally re-opened on the 19th of August 2021. Across 4 days, 45,000 people passed through the doors to get a glimpse of old and new rare cars, celebrity guests, live stunts and racing simulators. One of the popular sights was the Podcab, a London taxi converted by the Podcast Guys into a mobile podcast studio. A pink carpet led interested passers by into the back of the cab, where they shared their thoughts on the show and their favourite things to see. Using top of the range audio and video equipment to capture the occasion, the Podcast Guys have packaged up the best conversations from 4 days of the show, with hosts Dan Cottrell and Adam Chambers talking to car lovers young and old about the success of the show.

When two hosts collide – you can expect fireworks. Experienced podcast host and Podcast Guys Podcaster-In-Chief Dan Cottrell is interviewed by new kid on the block Adam Chambers about his experiences at the Motor Show, the history of the Podcab, his work with the Podcast Guys and what it’s like to record podcasts live from the Motor Show floor.

The Car Crowd is the UK’s first crowd-funding platform for cars. They source the UK’s most sought after classic cars and offer shares in these cars to the general public at affordable prices. David from the Car Crowd stopped by the Podcab to talk with Adam Chambers about the initiative, and shared his favourite sights from the 2021 British Motor Show.

Host Adam Chambers is joined in the Podcab by Gabriele Severini from Drive My Career - a platform to help prospective employees find a position in the automotive industry - and Dave Reece from School of Thought – an organisation working with schools and colleges to highlight the advantages and opportunities a career within the motor trade can yield. They discuss careers in the automotive trade and how young people can break into the industry.

The World Solar Challenge, one of the toughest and most prestigious events, gives teams from around the world the opportunity to design and build a vehicle to operate along a 3000km outback route from Adelaide to Darwin in Australia. Adam Chambers is joined for this episode by Hannah and Tom, two young designers who competed in 2019. They discuss the car Helia, built by Cambridge students to compete in the race and appearing at the motor show, as well as their career ambitions and how solar and EVs will change the automotive industry.

Adam Chambers joins James from West Heath Garage and the Subaru stand at the Motor Show in the Podcab, for a chat about the automotive industry.

Adam Chambers is joined by Jim Gibson, from the Citroen Car Club. The Classic Arena at the Motor Show hosts vintage and classic cars, and was one of the most popular attractions at the show. Jim talks about his favourite cars and the memories they evoke.

Classic Car Connections aim is to bring together car enthusiasts and businesses to enjoy events and share knowledge of classic cars. Ian & Lee step into the Podcab and talk to host Adam Chambers about the weird and wonderful cars they had on display at the Motor Show, their passion for classic and unusual cars and what they want to see in the future for the car industry.

Host Adam Chambers is joined by Robert Dean from Curated Vehicle Management, a man who has worn many hats throughout his automotive career. Robert’s work included overseeing the restoration of many vintage and classic cars, as well as more modern F1 cars and the management of a large automotive collection. Robert spent 23 years as the responsible curator for the prestigious automotive collection owned by Bernie Ecclestone, known worldwide as the owner of F1, now retired. In this episode he recounts his career, his favourite cars and his favourite sights from the 2021 British Motor Show.

First Step Trust is a charity who work with people from disadvantaged backgrounds, with over 30 years’ experience of providing opportunities for people excluded from working life because of mental health conditions, learning disabilities, drug or alcohol and other disadvantages. Host Dan Cottrell talks to Katie about the work the charity are doing and the classic cars they’ve restored to raise awareness and funding.

Dan Cottrell has the honour of being joined in the Podcab by Linda, mother of British Motor Show organiser and head of Marketing Lisa Benton. They discuss the return of the Motor Show, the focus on families and what we can expect from the 2022 show.

Automotive royalty Mike Rutherford joins Dan Cottrell for a chat in the Podcab, fresh from announcing his new role as the President of the Motor Show. Mike is an award-winning motoring journalist, and appeared every day at the show on the Live Stage to discuss his cars of the year. In this episode he talks about his favourite cars, his career, and shares stories from his travels.

Ben is an automotive charity, operating for over 100 years in the UK. Ben supports individuals to navigate through life’s challenges, empowering them to make positive, lasting change. Host Dan Cottrell is joined by Steve Pinchen to discuss the work that they do, as well as their favourite sights from the Motor Show.

Hosts of the 2021 British Motor Show and Car SOS presenters Tim and Fuzz join Dan Cottrell in the Podcab to wrap up the show. They talk about their highlights, what they’re looking forward to for next year’s show and their upcoming projects.