About this episode
Richard Porter and Johnny Smith dive into listener questions, sharing humorous and relatable car-related anecdotes. They discuss everything from mistaken car identities to the quirks of driving in unusual vehicles. A standout moment includes a listener's embarrassing encounter while waving at a fellow Nissan Leaf driver from the wrong car. The duo also explores the idea of music pairing with specific cars, prompting nostalgic reflections on their own experiences. The episode is filled with laughter and camaraderie, making it a delightful listen for anyone who enjoys automotive stories.
In their Friday Q&A spin-off, Jonny and Richard answer questions about confusing other road users, phrases you can’t help saying while driving, albums that suit certain cars, a car project dilemma, and unexpected number plates in unusual places.
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Nissan Leaf
"... meaty sleeves. I'm a proud generation one Nissan Leaf owner. The car is approaching 100,000 miles and s..."
Renault Espace
"...actually, it was that long ago and this guy in an espace, remember this was in a Mark IV espace"
Mazda MX-5 / Miata
"My daughter now joins in by yelling, Miata at any FX5 we pass. I blame the US TV shows for t..."
Opel Tigra
"...ter came across a forgotten classic, the Vauxhall Tigra Twin Top. And I found a spares or a pair one for ..."
Nissan 200Sx
"... Jilted Generation was perfect back in 2005 in my Nissan 200SX S13. Gosh."
Cadillac Fleetwood
"Gosh. Fleetwood Max Rumors, that's clearly a Mercedes R107 SL wit..."
Studebaker Avanti
"Yeah. Portis Head surely belongs in a Renault Avanti rather than that frankly dreadful Nissan Primera."
Audi Quattro
"Also, I was going to say, Susie Quattro covered Make Me Smile. That's not a good version ..."
Chevrolet Camaro
"...e, probably, he picked me up from my hotel in his Camaro RS. I think it was a 1968 beautiful car."
Mercedes-Benz GLS
"in the 80s or 90s in a cavalier, like a two-litre GLS cavalier. Yeah."
Land Rover Range Rover
"...which I could start a project on. I've got an 80s Range Rover, which needs all of the welding."
Mercedes-Benz SLK
"...plan was to get a 2.3 compressor, either an early SLK or CLK and replace the asthmatic 2.0 liter."
Ford Fusion
"This is included NYPD Dodge Chargers, Ford Fusions and US spec Chrysler, which has made my commute m..."
Skoda Yeti
"...while car spotting in New Jersey, spotted a Skoda Yeti on UK plates. I'm still fascinated as to why and ..."
Smart Roadster
"... or more, was that the car was a right-hand drive Smart Roadster. Oh, was it? That's interesting."
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