Special Announcement! | The Car Podcast #78
About this episode
The podcast dives into a lively discussion about the future of electric cars, blending optimism with skepticism about government policies and technological challenges. The hosts share personal stories of costly car restorations, highlighting the passion and pitfalls of classic car ownership. They also debate the coolest police cars, from vintage Ferraris to modern supercars, and critique the current state of Formula 1 racing, focusing on its complexity and entertainment value. The episode wraps up with a fun 'four car garage' segment imagining ideal cars for life in Japan, sprinkled with nostalgic music recommendations.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:06) Announcement!
(00:38) Can we really imagine in 10 year’s time all new cars will be electric?
(12:23) The expensive restoration that you will never get your money back story
(38:08) Best police car - globally
(50:41)F1
(1:09:17) 4CG by Car & Classic
(1:18:22) Music
Welcome to Chris Harris on Cars. The platform where Chris Harris (of Top Gear & automotive journalist) explores the obsessive world of cars. From in-depth reviews and hilarious podcasts, to pushing a car to its limits and debates on the future of the automobile - Chris and his friends bring their unfiltered passion, expertise, and humour. Whether you're a die-hard petrolhead or just curious about our world, this is your go-to destination for everything on four wheels.
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Lamborghini Huracan
"...ind of slightly cliched Italian Lamborghini, the Huracan is the closest one, or the Dubai police forces fl..."
Lamborghini Aventador
"...i police forces fleet of things, including their Aventador. But in having a quick browse, I found something ..."
Aston Martin DBS
"...ust for fun, we're going to give you a 750S or a DBS or an Imera. You can actually use for doing polic..."
Land Rover Range Rover
"...the, oh, previously owned by Prince Charles, the Range Rover 322 that's got the secret buttons that you lift u..."
Porsche 356
"...d about it earlier, obviously, with the 968, the 356 cab that they did for the Austrian police force, ..."
Porsche 911
"...m fascinated by why the Dutch police used to have 911 targets in the 70s. Why a target? And they used ..."
Bugatti Veyron
"... out their fleet of stuff, which Crescendoed in a Veyron, they had a police Veyron. And when you ask them..."
Aston Rapides
"...ht jet lag to shit as usual. And I know all about Rapides and all about very many Aston Martins. I mean, o..."
Aston V12 Vantages
"...ry many Aston Martins. I mean, one of those early V12 vantages they're winking at me, a 2010 car manual gearbox..."
Volkswagen Golf
"...about them. But my hot hatch, I found a Mark two golf GTI black manual right hand drive, but we just 40..."
BMW Series Bmw
"...e sides of their car. So this works. It's a three series BMW 2021 72,000 miles. But again, £20,000. It's dark..."
Ford Fiesta
"...e're then obviously most ridiculous purchase is a Ford Fiesta XR2i for 22,000 pounds. How cool would you look ..."
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