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Looking at the new cars out this week – the all-new BMW 4 Series with THAT GRILLE and Hyundai’s redesigned Santa Fe, which could be Thor’s new ride. Plus car sale in the UK crashed in May, but look like they might rocket in June. And I can’t not talk about #BlackLivesMatter and how BAME people are impacted by COVID-19.
Have you gained superior wisdomfrom this virus experience, even though it’s not quite over and everyone’s utterly confused right now? Why the confusion? What tabloid have you been on? Read on…
Continue reading “5 things I’ve learned in Lockdown. No, a new language isn’t one of them”
There was a blackout on the web yesterday – around 30 million black squares posted on #BlackOutTuesday to saturate social media with one crucial message: #BlackLivesMatter.
It was surreal and heart-warming, and sent out a much-needed message of solidarity that was unprecedented in its scope and sentiment.
Continue reading “Was the virtual blackout enough?”Hilarious chat with former Dubai Eye radio host, Podcaster/YouTuber and full-time university lecturer – the Jeep-driving, Hawaiian-shirt wearing, irrepressibly energetic Canadian – Prof James Piecowye.
Continue reading “Cars, Ice Cream Vans, Horses & did she ever buy that Honda Accord?”Not Ferrari or Lamborghini – and can you kindly explain your third place choice?!
Continue reading “Your Top 3 Dream Cars – you won’t believe what’s third!”In this episode I answer questions you’ve asked about the air suspensionn on a Porsche Macan, the quality of Japanese cars, whether to get an Abarth 595, choosing between an Audi S3 and BMW 4 Series, the best car for a newby driver, if 90s BMW saloons would work as daily drivers, essential difference between petrol, diesel, eletric and hybrid and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Continue reading “You Car Questions Answered by Brown Car Guy!”20052020 #BCGDaily ‘Brown Car Guy & Buddies’
Another episode in which I catch up with a friend – but this one is different. Farrukh Ahmed, based in the UAE, is himself a podcaster – check out FarrukhTalks! So he took the lead on this one, and turned the spotlight on me! We covered more of my journey as a Brown Car Guy and the obstacles in the career path I obstinately choose, plus overcoming shyness and advice for those looking to follow in our footsteps.
Continue reading “Getting Car-Inspirational with FarrukhTalks Podcast”Standby for a head rush of facts, figures and stats, all of which point to one thing – London is heading for a coronavirus-induced gridlock as people are told to go back to work, but to not use public transport. That means walking, cycling, bikes or cars. With so many extra cars what does that mean for traffic? And how about the environment. And who is this good news for? Watch now! If you enjoyed this video please consider supporting me on Patreon and you can also exclusively check out my parody Cannonball Run sequel: https://www.patreon.com/shahzadsheikh
Kevin Haggarthy is a pioneer of motoring journalism in the UK: the first black motoring journalist, a motor industry consultant, race and high performance driving instructor, serial classic-car owner and a presenter of the Pulling Power car show on TV in the early 2000s.
Continue reading “Kevin Haggarthy – Cars Post COVID-19”
I’ve often said I’ll never retire; I’ll just keep making content until I drop dead. Trouble is that that might happen sooner than I had anticipated. There I go again with the drama! But after reading the next paragraph, you may find my sympathy-trolling justified.
Continue reading “This may be the last thing I ever write”