Episode 2 - Jonny Smith

“The only people who have beaten me since are General Motors and Elon Musk.” In this episode of The Spark Inside, hosts Christian Hewgill and Becca Knight chat with Jonny Smith, a motoring journalist, TV presenter, and YouTube personality known for his work on Fifth Gear and his YouTube show The Late Brake Show. Jonny shares his journey from writing for car magazines to setting world records with his electric car, the Flux Capacitor. He discusses his passion for car modification, why he believes in embracing both piston and electric cars, and how he carved his own path in the automotive industry. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or someone exploring a career in automotives, Jonny’s blend of humour, knowledge, and experience offers inspiration for anyone passionate about cars. Key Moments: [00:00:00] Introduction: Recap and British Grand Prix highlights [00:07:47] Guest Intro: Welcoming Jonny Smith [00:11:41] Jonny’s Journey: From magazines to television to YouTube [00:12:43] The Future of Cars: Jonny’s vision of classic and electric cars coexisting [00:17:01] Highs and Lows: Behind the scenes of Fifth Gear [00:22:52] Advice to Aspiring Automotive Professionals: Persistence and apprenticeships [00:25:07] YouTube and Social Media: How to build your presence in today’s digital world Featuring: Jonny Smith Presented by: Becca Knight and Christian Hewgill Episodes are released weekly and you can follow the Spark Inside on: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Podcast Website: www.thesparkinside.co.uk  The Spark Inside is an 18Sixty production brought to you by Niterra UK Ltd.