The evo podcast

Centre-seat Elise, Ferrari V12 'manual' & driving 1970s supercar icons 50 years on | Episode 54

In this episode of the evo podcast, Stuart Gallagher, John Barker and Richard Meaden go back to the 1970s with a recap of our supercars eras test. This week we also discuss our findings from time with Ariel's fastest-ever Atom, our drive in Analogue's single-seat Lotus Elise, and the intriguing new Ferrari 12 Cilindri Manuale.

S1E54 Jul 09, 2026 58 min 123 annotations

Our daily drivers & the world's best saloon, with Henry Catchpole | evo Q&A EP3

In episode 53 of the evo podcast Stuart Gallagher and Sam Jenkins are joined by Henry Catchpole for our third Q&A. This week, we discuss the finest ever saloon car, the best way to find driving roads, our own daily drivers and a whole lot more.To submit questions of your own, send us a line at [email protected]

S1E53 Jun 19, 2026 48 min 105 annotations

Le Mans 24 Hours: predictions, best memories & what makes it special | Episode 52

Ahead of the 2026 edition, Stuart Gallagher, James Taylor and Sam Jenkins gather to discuss what makes the Le Mans 24 Hours so special in episode 52 of the evo podcast. We also recap our recent drives in everything from our recently departed Toyota GR Yaris, to a Ford GT40.

S1E52 Jun 12, 2026 65 min 139 annotations

Restomods: the good, the bad & where it all began, with Henry Catchpole | Episode 51

In this episode of the evo podcast, Henry Catchpole joins Stuart Gallagher and Sam Jenkins to the discuss everything restomods. We've seen a huge uptick in new offerings in recent years, but is it all for the better?

S1E51 Jun 05, 2026 57 min 101 annotations

Ferrari Luce: first-hand impressions from the ground & is it all a mistake? | Episode 50

In this week's podcast Stuart Gallagher and James Taylor are joined by Sam Jenkins, fresh from the reveal of the car of the moment: the Ferrari Luce. It could well be the most controversial release not just for Maranello, but for the industry as a whole. The question is, was it the right move?

S1E50 May 27, 2026 37 min 86 annotations

Nürburgring 24 Hours: first-hand tales of the world's most challenging race | Episode 49

As the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hour race approaches, John Barker and Richard Meaden recount their best (and worst) memories from their time racing at the iconic event. Stuart Gallagher and Sam Jenkins join the pair to discuss this year's lineup, and why it might just be the most spectacular edition yet.

S1E49 May 14, 2026 54 min 83 annotations

How not to drive a 300SL Gullwing, 'Manthey' MX-5 & the next Nissan GT-R | Episode 48

In this week's episode, Stuart Gallagher is joined by James Taylor, Richard Meaden and John Barker to discuss our upcoming supercar eras series, a £100,000 Mazda MX-5, the latest Manthey Porsche 911 GT3 and what could be the heart of the next Nissan GT-R.

S1E48 May 08, 2026 69 min 181 annotations

The perfect power output, undercover driver's cars & has Porsche gone too far? | evo Q&A EP2

This week Richard Meaden and Sam Jenkins embark on our second Q&A, discussing everything from the finest cars for tricky northern roads, the ideal power output, Nürburgring battles and whether or not Porsche has finally taken it too far.

S1E47 Apr 24, 2026 35 min 102 annotations

2010s NA V8 execs, 911 GT3 S/C & is the BMW Z8 really that bad? | Episode 46

In this episode of the evo podcast, Richard Meaden, Stuart Gallagher, John Barker and Yousuf Ashraf discuss the new Porsche 911 GT3 S/C, our drive in the Aston Martin Vantage S and whether or not the BMW Z8's original star rating was deserved. We also talk 2010s naturally aspirated V8 executives following John's time behind the wheel of the S204 Mercedes-Benz C63, E90 BMW M3, Lexus IS F and B7 Audi RS4.

S1E46 Apr 17, 2026 56 min

The ultimate one-make racing series, a Maserati on fire & new Nürburgring record | Episode 45

In episode 45 of the evo podcast, we discuss why we're so excited about the new Renault Twingo, how John Barker went through 32 sets of tyres in a day and why Dickie bailed on Aston Martin. We also recount our fondest memories of one-make racing, which cars would be best for it and more.

S1E45 Apr 10, 2026 89 min 34 annotations

The problem with Audi RS5, WRC returns & Aston Martin Valhalla, with Henry Catchpole | Episode 44

In this week's episode of the evo podcast, Henry Catchpole returns for a chat about his experience behind the wheel of the new Audi RS5 and Aston Martin Valhalla. We also discuss the return of top-level rally to the UK, plus a whole lot more...00:00 Intro01:55 WRC returns to the UK26:10 Is the Audi RS5 any good?41:37 Driving Aston Martin Valhalla

S1E44 Apr 03, 2026 71 min 33 annotations

A Rolls-Royce to Ukraine & how to drift a tank, with James Cameron | Episode 43

This week we're joined by James Cameron, founder of Mission Motorsport, to discuss the origins of his charity, why he's taking a Rolls-Royce to Ukraine and precisely why he's known as 'tank slider'...Support Jim's cause:https://donorbox.org/jamesandjackhttps://www.missionmotorsport.org/

S1E43 Mar 27, 2026 85 min 30 annotations

Ferrari F50 v cattlegrid & 100mph backwards: our most memorable mishaps | Episode 42

The creation of an evo magazine feature involves a number of moving parts, and while they all come together for most, there have been occasions over the last 27 years where things haven't gone quite to plan. Stuart Gallagher, Richard Meaden, John Barker and James Taylor recount the most memorable mishaps.

S1E42 Mar 20, 2026 41 min 29 annotations

Our dream daily drivers, Britain's pothole problem & a new British sports car | Episode 41

In episode 41 of the evo podcast, we decide on the ultimate daily drivers, discuss the state of Britain's roads, the controversial start to the Formula 1 season, a new British sports car and a whole lot more. This week Stuart Gallagher is joined by John Barker, Richard Meaden and Yousuf Ashraf.

S1E41 Mar 13, 2026 82 min 34 annotations

All-time best (and worst) passenger rides: McLaren F1, a stolen Vauxhall & broken ribs | Episode 40

In this episode of the evo podcast, Dickie Meaden, John Barker and Yousuf Ashraf are joined by Henry Catchpole for a discussion about their most memorable passenger rides of all-time. We also discuss the cover story for the latest issue of the magazine, but to read the feature in full, head to the evo shop to get your copy.

S1E40 Feb 27, 2026 51 min 41 annotations

The most underrated cars, a Porsche for £35k & is V6 the new V8? | evo Q&A EP1

In this episode of the evo podcast we embark on our first Q&A, with Richard Meaden, James Taylor, Sam Jenkins and Yousuf Ashraf answering reader's questions...and some from within the evo office. To submit your own, email us at: [email protected]

Feb 20, 2026 26 min 31 annotations

Driving Jaguar's GT and is the Porsche Boxster EV dead? With Henry Catchpole | Episode 39

This week Stuart Gallagher, John Barker and Yousuf Ashraf are joined by Henry Catchpole to discuss his latest drives, Yousuf's time in the highly anticipated Jaguar GT, the hardcore VW Golf GTI Edition 50 and whether or not the electric Porsche Boxster really is dead after all...

S1E39 Feb 13, 2026 67 min 59 annotations

Driving Ferrari 849 Testarossa, Ravage A110 & steering by wire | Episode 38

In this episode of the evo podcast Richard Meaden and Sam Jenkins are fresh from the launch of the Ferrari 849 Testarossa, Maranello's bold 1035bhp replacement for the SF90. Also in this episode, John Barker reveals the latest on his Capri, steering without a column, and we talk about our time behind the wheel of the exciting new Ravage Alpine A110.

S1E36 Feb 02, 2026 63 min 38 annotations

The Bugatti Veyron is back, Toyota GR GT & will hydrogen happen? | Episode 37

In episode 37 of the evo podcast, we discuss the incredible Bugatti F.K.P, the Dakar rally, a cut-price Can-Am racer for the road, recap our time with the exciting new Toyota GR GT and our test with the BMW M5 CS and Audi RS6 GT. This week James Taylor is joined by Dickie Meaden, John Barker and Sam Jenkins.

S1E37 Jan 23, 2026 53 min 41 annotations

Andy Wallace on hitting 300mph and the secrets behind speed records | part two

In this episode of the evo podcast, Richard Meaden and John Barker are joined by Andy Wallace for part two of our special on the man behind the most iconic road car speed records of recent times. This week, he speaks about his time behind the wheel of the world's fastest road cars and what it takes to achieve those record numbers.

S1E36 Jan 16, 2026 62 min 32 annotations

Andy Wallace on downforce injuries, winning Le Mans & his motorsport career | part one

In episode 35 of the evo podcast, John Barker and Richard Meaden sit down with Andy Wallace for part one of a two-part special on the life of the racer and test driver. From the beginnings of his motorsport career to the mishaps, highlights and everything in between, we cover all. Join us next week for part two on his iconic speed records and career as a test driver.

S1E35 Jan 09, 2026 79 min 33 annotations

The best performance car of 2025 revealed: evo Car of the Year podcast | part two

With evo Car of the Year 2025 now on shelves and the big screen, in this episode of the podcast, Stuart Gallagher, Dickie Meaden, John Barker and James Taylor sit down to discuss the results of our biggest test of the last 12 months. A total of 12 contenders made the task of finding a winner harder than ever, but there was one car that outshone them all.Watch the evo Car of the Year film: https://youtu.be/xBb_4S7M8mc

S1E34 Dec 21, 2025 92 min 16 annotations

2025's best performance cars: evo Car of the Year podcast | part one

This week we look towards 2025's evo Car of the Year test with a look back at the history of the test, standout years, the duds and how it's all created. With not long to go until the test goes on sale on December 3, we reveal the contenders for this year.

S1E33 Nov 28, 2025 91 min 49 annotations

The man who revolutionised performance driving: Racelogic's Julian Thomas

In this episode of the evo podcast, we're joined by Julian Thomas, founder and owner of Racelogic. John Barker and Dickie Meaden sit down to discuss everything from his beginnings as a fledgling engineer, to the formation of Racelogic, its breakthrough products and Julian's personal automotive journey.

S1E32 Nov 14, 2025 70 min 44 annotations

The best six-cylinder sports cars, Ferrari's EV and a 470bhp Skoda | evo podcast | Episode 31

In this episode of the evo podcast, Yousuf Ashraf, James Taylor, Richard Meaden and Sam Jenkins discuss Ferrari's incoming all-electric model, the return of the Speciale and the ultimate six-cylinder sports car group test from the latest issue. We also catch up with the Fast Fleet its very latest, very understated addition.

S1E31 Oct 31, 2025 54 min 43 annotations