BrownCarGuy August Round-Up

Legends, Controversies & Car Culture Uncovered

From the farewell of Nissan’s mighty GT-R to shocking truths about touchscreens, the classic car market shake-up, car show fatigue, Polestar’s bold new SUV, Desi nostalgia, licence changes, giveaways, and even the culture war hitting your garage – August 2025 had it all. Here’s your one-stop catch-up on the biggest, boldest BrownCarGuy.com stories of the month.

Goodbye Godzilla – Nissan GT-R R35 Bows Out After 18 Years

Eighteen years. That’s how long Nissan’s R35 GT-R has been slaying supercars and melting tarmac. But all monsters eventually retire – even Godzilla. I revisited its legacy, what made it iconic, and why enthusiasts everywhere are shedding a tear. 👉 Read the farewell to Godzilla

Touchscreens Will Kill You – Worse Than Driving Drunk or High

Forget drink-driving – your touchscreen might be the real menace behind the wheel. I broke down research showing just how dangerous fiddling with infotainment screens can be. Spoiler: it’s terrifying. 👉 Discover why touchscreens are riskier than you think

Classic Car Market: Crash or Opportunity?

Is the bubble bursting or is this the perfect time to buy your dream classic? Prices are wobbling, but opportunities are everywhere – if you know where to look. I dug deep into Hagerty’s numbers and the shifting collector market. 👉 Find out whether to cash in or buy in

BCG Therapy Podcast

I’m joined by Sy of Drivers Union again to talk about supercars, car culture, the high cost of car events and the rising ticket prices, as well the potential burnout suffered by automotive YouTubers and content creators 👉 Watch the Ferrari therapy session

Polestar 4 – Style, Space and… No Rear Window?

I put the new Polestar 4 through its paces: from the sleek styling to the digital rear-view mirror that makes you wonder if windows are overrated. Is it style over substance, or a proper contender? 👉 See the full Polestar 4 review

The Truth About Classic Car Emissions – You’ll Be Shocked

Turns out your cherished weekend classic might be greener than buying a new EV. Yep, you read that right. The numbers don’t lie – and they’ll surprise you. 👉 Read the emissions truth about classics

BrownCarGuy Therapy: Supercars & S*** with Sy

We went off-script, raw and unfiltered – everything from the joys of driving to frustrations with car culture today. It’s proper pub chat… just with supercars parked outside. 👉 Watch the full therapy session

🇮🇳🇵🇰 Top 13 South Asian Cars That Defined Desi Driving

From Ambassadors to Corollas, Suzukis to Mercs – here’s the ultimate list of cars that shaped Desi driving culture, published in time for South Asian Heritage Month and Independence Days. Nostalgia overload guaranteed. 👉 See which Desi cars made the list

Over-70s Licence Rules – What’s Changing in 2025

Big changes are coming for older drivers – medicals, declarations, vision checks – everything you (or your loved ones) need to know if you’re over 70 and still hitting the road. 👉 Read the new licence rules explained

Ferrari vs Lamborghini – Festival Italia Showdown

What happens when two Italian giants face off at Brands Hatch? I was there to witness the full-blooded battle between Ferrari and Lamborghini – and yes, the crowd picked a winner. 👉 Catch the Ferrari vs Lambo action

Are Car Companies Going Woke?

The culture war has reached your garage. Carmakers are rebranding, repositioning, and sometimes alienating enthusiasts in the process. I explored how “woke” branding is reshaping the automotive world. 👉 Read the full woke car brands debate

Exclusive Giveaway – But You Can’t Buy These!

I launched a one-off BrownCarGuy giveaway – uniqu and exclusive. The catch? You can’t buy them. Curious? 👉 See the exclusive giveaway here

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Wrapping Up

That’s August done – a mix of farewells, controversies, hidden truths, and the occasional therapy session.

I hope you enjoyed this round-up – if you did, please like, comment, and share this newsletter so more car lovers can join the conversation.

And remember – alongside creating content for BrownCarGuy, I’m also available to produce freelance automotive content: articles, videos, podcasts, event coverage, and more. If your brand, publication, or event needs a creative voice with 35 years in motoring media, let’s talk.

Until next time – drive safe, drive fun!

Shahzad Sheikh | BrownCarGuy

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