#BrownCarGuy – News, Views & Reviews!
In this podcast I’m catching up with my mate Kirpal Singh Randhawa, founder of West London Classics, the car club that’s gone from a small group of petrolheads getting together to chat about carburettors, to one of the most significant forces in London’s car community!
The Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is causing ripples across the UK automotive industry. In an exclusive interview, Guy Pigounakis, the Commercial Director of MG UK, shares crucial insights into how this legislation impacts manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers.
Do I have a treat for you! This past weekend, I was at the amazing West London Classics Show & Shine 2024 event, mingling with fellow petrolheads and getting some fantastic vox-pop interviews. If you’re as passionate about cars as I am, you’re going to love this video.
It’s been quite a few years since Imthishan Giado and I last sat down for a good, old-fashioned chat. As former business partners and good friends, we’ve shared countless memories during our time at Car Middle East and Motoring Middle East. Yesterday, we found ourselves in a sunny corner of London, reminiscing about the good old days and reflecting on how the car culture in the UAE has evolved over the years over a cup of coffee.
In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, new business models are emerging that could significantly impact our driving experience. One such development is the rise of in-car subscription services, where manufacturers like BMW are considering charging extra for features that were once standard. But how do these subscriptions compare to pay-per-mile road user charges in terms of restricting our driving freedom? During a recent press drive of the new Nissan Qashqai in Portugal, my friend and fellow motoring journalist Massimo Pini and I got deep into this controversial topic. Our conversation highlighted the growing concerns among car owners regarding these new charges. You can watch the video, or read the full article below.
Meet Kish Nelson, the visionary founder of Collecting Motors. Kish shares his remarkable journey from a career in IT to becoming a prominent figure in the classic car scene. Discover how he transformed his passion for vintage vehicles into a thriving business that connects classic car enthusiasts and investors in the UK and UAE.
Exclusive interview with the intrepid MCP (Motorsports Club of Pakistan) team from Pakistan – Syed Ghazanfar Agha, Liaquat Malik, and Amir Butt – who embarked on an epic journey spanning nearly 10,000km. Over the course of 18 days, they drove from Karachi, Pakistan to London, UK, traversing through Iran, Turkey, Greece, and several other European countries.
Check out my brief chat with Dale Wyatt, Director of Suzuki GB Cars, as he prepares to drive off in his personal vehicle—a classic Suzuki Cappuccino Kei Car Roadster! I asked him about his own connection with the Suzuki brand, and how Suzuki’s heritage influences its unique characteristics: driveability, reliability, fun driveability even as the company shifts towards electric vehicles. Dale discusses the critical importance of maintaining ‘Suzukiness’ amidst industry evolution and how past lessons can guide future strategies. Don’t miss his insights on what makes Suzuki resonate so strongly with its loyal customers and how they plan to navigate the challenging transition to an EV era.
My full coverage from today’s Last Anti-ULEZ Expansion Protest (27th April 2024), ahead of the Mayoral Elections happening this Thursday (2nd May 2024). In this video we have Key Discussions and talk to representatives of the Conservative and Reform parties. This is a long video, so I’ve broken it down into chapters, listing the interviews and segments, so you can go directly to what you want to watch. It’s an important video and you need to watch this before deciding on who to vote for this week.
Mazda is bucking trends! Check out my exclusive podcast with Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director of Mazda UK. In this interview Jeremy gives us the inside line on Mazda’s bold two-pronged strategy, balancing the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs) with a continued commitment to the internal combustion engine (ICE).
