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Car Chat

Sam Mooreswww.sammoores.com
The Car Chat Podcast features regular interviews with familiar and interesting faces from the automotive world. Hosted by Sam Moores (@sammooresphoto). Video podcasts now over on the Car Chat Podcast youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW2AKE9BDG5e7fvpkj7E4kg

Episodes

Phil McGovern | Caffeine & Machine - Opening A Second Venue

Phil McGovern joins me for a catchup and to discuss how things have evolved at Caffeine & Machine including the opening of their new site near to the Millbrook Bowl very soon. https://caffeineandmachine.com/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 5:07 - Recap from last time 15:13 - eSports community and sim racing 19:45 - Speeding 23:31 - New premises 30:40 - The slammed scene 31:41 - I Love You, Man 42:40 - Current challenges 55:56 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Sep 11, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Rob Wilson - The Man That Makes F1 Drivers FASTER

Step into the world of Formula 1 with our guest, Rob Wilson. As the coach behind 70+ F1 drivers and many world champions, Rob reveals the nuances of pushing the best to become even better. With a storied racing career himself, he's a true giant in the motorsport arena. This was a real personal highlight for me. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/xZzu3HhXIOE Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 8:54 - Racing lairy cars 19:55 - Transitioning into oval racing 22:37 - Favourite racing series 29:27 - D...

Aug 21, 20232 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Michael Mallock | RML Group - The Story Of The RML Short Wheelbase

Michael Mallock, CEO of RML Group joins me to discuss what goes on at this high performance automotive engineering company. We dig a into the history of RML along with lots of the cool projects taken on for OEMs and now their own RML SWB. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/n-tRXjYx53c https://rmlgroup.com/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro 04:12 - Road car to race car development 08:26 - The Juke R 14:19 - British Touring Cars 17:17 - Nissan ZEOD 20:36 - Bespoke manufacturer projects 26:0...

Aug 14, 20232 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Nigel Redwood | Revolution Race Cars

After a successful career in the business world and an extensive background in racing Nigel Redwood joined Revolution Race Cars as Head of Sales & Marketing to help sell rapid track weapons. We have a dig into his journey and also the nitty gritty details of the A-One 500SC and A-One 427 including what it's like to drive these cars. https://www.revolutionracecars.com/ https://www.instagram.com/revolutionracecars/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro 06:05 - Aerodynamics while cornering 08:59 - W...

Jul 10, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 177

Electrifying Classic Cars w.Steve Drummond | Electrogenic

Steve Drummond, founder of Electrogenic ( @ElectrogenicREV ) joins me to talk about electrifying classic cars, some of the issues and the massive opportunities for converting powertrains. Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/G9MKsk_6GVE https://www.electrogenic.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/electrogenicrev/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro 04:47 - Keeping up with technology changes 08:49 - Change in customer 14:34 - Range of cars and kits 28:01 - Battery tech and placement 36:20 - Exp...

Jul 03, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 176

James Densley | TDF - Running F1 Cars And The TDF / One

This week, I'm thrilled to have James Densley from Tour De Force join me as we delve into the exhilarating world of running F1 cars. We'll explore the fascinating story behind the TDF/One, a remarkable creation that combines a genuine Formula 1 chassis with their powertrain. This innovation not only makes operating these powerful machines more accessible and affordable, but it also preserves their mind-boggling performance. https://tdf.co.uk/tdfone/ https://www.instagram.com/powerbytdf/ Enjoy, S...

Jun 26, 20232 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 175

Peter Charters | General Manager Of Maserati North Europe

Peter Charters is the General Manager of Maserati North Europe, I cornered him at a drive event recently for a chat about what Maserati are up to at the moment. Enjoy, Sam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 202329 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Will Beaumont | Werke Magazine

Will Beaumont joins me for a chat about building a high end magazine and the life of a freelance automotive journalist. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/sFRxyNJF0to https://werke.site/ https://www.instagram.com/_werke/ https://www.instagram.com/will_beaumont88/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 8:29 - Why go freelance? 22:51 - Finding content for the magazine 34:45 - How long does it take to start a magazine? 45:36 - How do magazines make money? 53:37 - Two versions of the same magazine 55:57...

Jun 12, 20232 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Modern Ferraris Are Getting Stolen w. Sid North

More of a news based podcast this week with Sid North. Let me know if you like this format and want some more. Follow Sid: https://www.instagram.com/sid.north/ Cheers, Sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 05, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 172

Paul Cockell | 911 Rennsport - Building Bespoke 911 Restomods

Paul Cockell, the founder of 911 Rennsport joins me to talk all about his business making amazing 911 restomods. We've just been out for a drive in his demo and sit down for a chat about his journey and the cars along the way. https://www.instagram.com/911rennsport/ https://www.911rennsport.co.uk/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro 11:40 - Customisation 16:19 - What’s the process? 29:26 - Paul’s collection 34:33 - Rennsport upgrades & development 38:24 - Sourcing parts 42:45 - G-series vs 964 ...

May 29, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Seen Through Glass - Porsche, GT3s, Ferrari SUVs and More

Sam/ Seen Through Glass is back on the podcast for a catchup. We talk all about his journey with his 996, his new GT3. Life, podcasting and more. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/LbDeuEUgYVk Check out Sam: https://www.youtube.com/user/seenthroughglass https://instagram.com/seenthroughglass Enjoy, Sam 0:00 - Intro 1:24 - Are we journalists? 11:09 - Porsche experiences 19:15 - The GT3 27:22 - The 996 30:58 - Sam’s adventures 31:36 - The future of transport 51:55 - Driving the Purosangue 1:01...

May 15, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Adam Hawley | Theon Design

I popped in for a catch up with Adam Hawley of Theon Design about what they've been up to since I last saw them in 2020. Check out the longer episode we did: https://youtu.be/doabOYQl8CM (episode 61) https://theondesign.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theonporsche/?hl=en Enjoy, Sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 08, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 169

Tom Callow | The EV Expert - What Do You Need To Know?

In this we sit down with Tom Callow, a leading expert in the world of electric vehicles and the Head of Corporate Communications at Myenergi. Join us as we delve into the world of EVs, from discussing the difference between being a petrolhead and a car enthusiast, to exploring what happens when you run out of battery and how to rent out your home charger. We also learn about the lingo used in the industry and discover that bigger EVs are not always less efficient. Tom shares his insights on the ...

May 01, 20232 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 168

Alain Visser | Lynk & Co - Redefining The Car Ownership Model

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Alain Visser, CEO of Lynk & Co, an innovative automotive brand that aims to revolutionize the traditional car ownership model. In this thought-provoking conversation, we delve into the concept of sustainability in car manufacturing and ownership, and how Lynk & Co is addressing this crucial issue by making car usage more efficient and practical. Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/YS2huzjhg2o We also explore the prevailing perception that more op...

Apr 17, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Matas Buzelis - Why An HPI Check Just Isn't Enough | Car Vertical

In this episode, we chat with Matas Buzelis about the automotive industry and how technology is impacting the way we handle and report on vehicle data. Matas shares insights on clocking an odometer, the importance of tracking damage history, and whether service reports should be digitized. We also delve into the challenges of reporting on EV battery information and explore the work of the Association of Automotive Intelligence. https://www.carvertical.com/ Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 9:22 - Clockin...

Apr 10, 20232 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Jonny Cocker | JCR Developments - Making A Manthey GT2RS Even Faster!

In this episode of Car Chat, we sit down with Jonny Cocker of JCR Developments to dive deep into the world of Porsche modifications and development. From the Porsche 911 Speedster to the 992 GT2RS, Jonny shares his expertise on the mods that make these cars even more impressive. He also talks about the challenges of sourcing development cars and the benefits of using Manthey kits. https://jcr-developments.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jcr_developments/ As the conversation progresses, we take a ...

Apr 03, 20232 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 165

Sid North | Fifth Gear Recharged

Sid North is back on the podcast, a presenter, youtuber and car fanatic. We have a good old chat about what he's been up to and some of the interesting cars he's been driving. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNbCtCG7BowpRvDSMI_ZR1w https://www.instagram.com/sid.north/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro 03:49 - Catch up 07:39 - Cars are expensive 13:43 - Do manufacturers’ care about warranty? 25:27 - 5th Gear Recharged 33:45 - Hybrids vs PHEV 35:00 - EV Chat 47:12 - Sid pre-judges a Maserati 4...

Mar 27, 20232 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 164

Mark Harrison | Praga Cars - Putting Youtubers In Racecars And The Bohema Hypercar

In this episode, we chat with Mark Harrison, Managing Director at Praga Cars UK, about what it takes to create a successful automotive brand. From working with journalists and YouTubers to the Praga Bohema. We delve into this new car and see what it's all about. Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 5:25 - Working with Journalists 16:27 - Working with Youtubers 36:16 - The Bohema 1:00:08 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 20232 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 163

Ed Bernardon - Designing Carbon Fibre For F1, Autonomous Vehicles And The Future Of Transportation And Urban Mobility

In this episode, we sit down with Ed Bernardon, Vice President of Strategic Automotive Initiatives at Siemens, to explore the intersection of automotive engineering and technology. Ed shares his insights on designing carbon fiber for F1 racing, the latest developments in autonomous vehicles, and how Siemens is shaping the future of city transportation. He also takes us through his experience working at Siemens and shares his perspectives on town planning for cars. Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - I...

Mar 13, 20232 hr 54 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Chris Ingram - The Journey To Becoming A Rally Champion

Join us as we chat with rally driver Chris Ingram, the 2019 European Rally Champion, as he shares his journey and experiences in the thrilling world of rally racing. From securing sponsorship to developing his rally driving style, Chris takes us through the ins and outs of the sport. He reveals the intricacies of making pace notes, the differences in rally cars, and the costs involved in the sport. We also explore the exhilaration of rallying as a spectator sport and the adrenaline-pumping momen...

Mar 06, 20232 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 161

Ian Callum | Director Of Design For Jaguar, Land Rover and Now Callum Designs

Join us for an exclusive interview with automotive design legend Ian Callum, as we delve into his creative process and explore some of his most iconic designs. From the Nissan LM GT1 to Callum Designs, Ian shares insights on how he approaches car design and how design tools have evolved over the years. We also discuss the timelessness of car design and take a peek at Ian's personal collection. All this, plus five rapid-fire questions to round out the episode. Don't miss this rare opportunity to ...

Dec 26, 20221 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 160

Dan Prosser | Automotive Journalist and Founder Of The Intercooler

On this episode of the show, we're joined by automotive journalist Dan Prosser to discuss a range of topics in the world of cars. We start off by chatting about the new Intercooler website and what it has to offer car enthusiasts. Then, we delve into the world of podcasting and discuss the ins and outs of building a successful show. Later in the episode, Dan shares his thoughts on building a YouTube brand and the importance of staying authentic and true to your own voice. We also discuss the dif...

Dec 19, 20223 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 159

Phil Morrison | Driftworks

Phil Morrison (@philmorrisondw) is the founder of Driftworks (@driftworks), a specialist street & racecar parts shop. Phil and the team have built some incredibly cool drift and road cars along the way including: - DW86 - An AE86 extensively modified and wide-bodied with a 720bhp 7.4L LSX V8 drift build. - A V10 Swapped E46 M3 - E30 M3 Track Car with an S65 V8 in it. - RWB Promodet 964 Porsche Turbo - GT1 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 - And much much more Tune in to hear Phil talk all about his j...

Dec 12, 20222 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 158

Ollie Marriage | Head Of Car Testing - Top Gear

Ollie Marriage (@olliemarriage) is Head of Car Testing at BBC Top Gear. He joins me for a chat about his journey and some of the awesome cars he's driven along the way. Everything from an LMP1 car (how epic is that) to fully on rally cars, there is something for everyone in here. https://www.instagram.com/olliemarriage/ https://www.topgear.com/ Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 0:00 - Intro 15:12 - Review Process 24:30 - Career Continued 28:42 - Writing Style Between Magazines 42:15 - Does the Experience W...

Dec 05, 20222 hr 54 minSeason 1Ep. 157

Sam Bailey | SL Shop - Everything Mercedes Benz SL

I popped in to see Sam Bailey, founder of @slshopuk . SL Shop is a specialist focusing on the Mercedes SL doing everything from sales, restorations through to their own restomods. Sam is a serious car fanatic, we don't just discuss Mercedes and the business (although we cover most things you need to know about the various SLs). We also discuss his racing in Caterhams, a selection of the driver's cars he owns (lots of goodies in here) and the fact both of us have chosen an E63s wagon as our daily...

Nov 28, 20221 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 156

Ollie Preston | RPM Technik - Tuning & Selling Porsches

OIllie Preston, Technical Director of RPM Technik joins me to talk about his journey and all things Porsche. We have a dig into what it was like building a business from a single ramp all the way through to the multi building setup it is today. We don't just cover what RPM do (although they do ALOT, they will even put back seats in your GT3) but we also cover aftermarket tuning and restomods such as Singer and RUF. There is so much 911 chat in here it's possibly too much (is that possible tho......

Nov 21, 20221 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 155

Justin Bell - Racing Driver, TV And Web Show Host

Justin Bell is a Racing Driver, TV And Web Show Host. Son of the famous racing legend Derek Bell. We talk about what it was like growing up with such a famous father and the journey he has taken along the way. From racing at Le Mans in fire spitting Vipers to his more creative side putting together TV shows and his passion alongside - photography. Justin's Life With Legends podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-with-legends/id1633151527 https://www.instagram.com/leicaracer/ https:/...

Nov 14, 20222 hr 45 minSeason 1Ep. 154

An Introduction To WRC With Chris Rawes - Rally Spain w. Toyota

I knew very little about WRC so when I got the chance to attend Rally Spain with Toyota UK I grabbed my local expert (Chris Rawes) and we had a chat about how it all works. A big shoutout to Chris and also Toyota for enabling this to happen. https://www.instagram.com/chrisrawes/ https://www.toyota.co.uk/discover-toyota/toyota-gazoo-racing/world-rally-championship Enjoy, Sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 07, 20221 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 153

David Lickfold | Lucid Motors - The Lucid Air Sapphire (Car Week Chats)

David Lickfold - Director, Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics at Lucid Motors joins me to talk about the new Lucid Air Sapphire shown at The Quail. We have a chat about Lucid, EVs and some of the interesting things you can do with electric motors. https://www.lucidmotors.com/ Enjoy, Sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 151