Car Chat

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-tRXjYx53chttps://rmlgroup.com/Enjoy, Sam Show Notes: 00:00 - Intro04:12 - Road car to race car development 08:26 - The Juke R14:19 - British Touring Cars17:17 - Nissan ZEOD20:36 - Bespoke manufacturer projects26:09 - The Short Wheelbase project51:02 - Continuation series for manufacturers 58:04 - Working with EVs1:12:21 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 - Intro06:05 - Aerodynamics while cornering 08:59 - What are they like to drive? 15:51 - Longevity and design25:22 - Selling to the USA28:14 - Revolution vs Radical32:53 - Carbon Tub & Safety41:05 - Racing at Laguna Seca 45:41 - Evolution of the Revolution 55:56 - Future of Revolution58:50 - Nigel’s background1:01:31 - 5 Questions  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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_6GVEhttps://www.electrogenic.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/electrogenicrev/Enjoy, Sam Show Notes:00:00 - Intro04:47 - Keeping up with technology changes 08:49 - Change in customer14:34 - Range of cars and kits28:01 - Battery tech and placement36:20 - Export legislation43:54 - Issues with charging50:33 - EV in the military57:01 - 5 questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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, Sam Show Notes:00:00 - Intro04:28 - What’s it like to be a F3 mechanic 10:20 - Working at Mercedes F117:06 - Transition away from F121:15 - F1 work-life balance and logistics 25:05 - Transforming TDF35:39 - TDF ownership & G-forces50:36 - F1 vs a TDF56:22 - Packaging57:58 - The TDF process1:01:44 - Current F1 thoughts1:08:59 - Custom steering wheel controls 1:11:02 - Working on old F1 cars1:14:58 - Price and inclusions1:22:55 - Safety1:31:13 - The F1 market1:41:49 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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/sFRxyNJF0tohttps://werke.site/https://www.instagram.com/_werke/https://www.instagram.com/will_beaumont88/Enjoy, Sam Show Notes:0:00 - Intro8:29 - Why go freelance?22:51 - Finding content for the magazine34:45 - How long does it take to start a magazine? 45:36 - How do magazines make money?53:37 - Two versions of the same magazine55:57 - BMW opportunities59:57 - Current BMW thoughts1:21:04 - What’s the best era for cars?1:33:24 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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,SamShow Notes:00:00 - Intro11:40 - Customisation16:19 - What’s the process?29:26 - Paul’s collection34:33 - Rennsport upgrades & development38:24 - Sourcing parts42:45 - G-series vs 96446:45 - What makes a good restomod?50:56 - What’s the future for Rennsport?56:53 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/LbDeuEUgYVkCheck out Sam:https://www.youtube.com/user/seenthroughglasshttps://instagram.com/seenthroughglassEnjoy, Sam0:00 - Intro1:24 - Are we journalists? 11:09 - Porsche experiences 19:15 - The GT327:22 - The 99630:58 - Sam’s adventures 31:36 - The future of transport 51:55 - Driving the Purosangue 1:01:25 - 5 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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=enEnjoy,Sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices