The Intercooler
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel
Updated 3 days agoThe Intercooler podcast covers all things cars, driving and motorsport, plus the latest car news. Hosted by Ti co-founders Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes (338)
The best Porsche 911s of the modern era #178
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the best of the water-cooled Porsche 911s, from the 996 to today's 992 – plus what the future might hold for the 911. They also talk about the thrilling Singapore Grand Prix, and what Mercedes could have done differently to win it. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We answer your questions, live from Henry's Car Barn #177
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Henry Catchpole as they answers questions from the live podcast audience. Topics include dream wedding cars, the restomods we'd like to see and what it's really like to work with Colin Goodwin. With thanks to Footman James (footmanjames.co.uk).The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our favourite fast estates #176
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss high-performance estate cars and what makes a great one. They also talk about Max Verstappen's record-breaking run in Formula 1 and the highlights from the Munich motor show. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Live from Henry's Car Barn, with special guest Henry Catchpole #175
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by Ti contributor Henry Catchpole for The Intercooler's very first live podcast recording. In front of an audience of 120 car enthusiasts at a wonderful venue, Henry's Car Barn near Gaydon, Dan, Andrew and Henry discuss the future of fun with cars. With thanks to Footman James (footmanjames.co.uk) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The titans of the car industry we have met (with Mel Nichols) #174
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined this week by Ti contributor Mel Nichols. During his long career as a leading car journalist, Mel has met many of the most famous names from the automotive industry, including Enzo Ferrari, Ferruccio Lamborghini and Soichiro Honda. In this episode, Mel remembers what it was like to spend time with them.The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The cars that saved their makers #173
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the cars that saved the companies that produced them, from the Ferrari F355 and 456 to the original Ford Mondeo, plus the Bentley Continental GT and Porsche Boxster. Without these game-changing cars, would their makers have even survived? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why a great soundtrack is so important in a performance car #172
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined for this episode by Iain Suffield, a sound engineer at Jaguar Land Rover. He explains why an invigorating soundtrack is such a core part of the sports car driving experience, and what can be done to make electric cars sound exciting too. Dan and Andrew also look at the state of the luxury car market in the UK, using insights from car finance company JBR Capital. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
F1 designer Steve Nichols on Senna, Prost and his new supercar #171
Dan Prosser talks with Steve Nichols, one of the great Formula 1 designers. He won multiple F1 World Championships with McLaren in the 1980s and 1990s, and witnessed first-hand how Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost battled for the 1988 title in the mighty McLaren MP4/4. Nichols also talks about working with Niki Lauda, as well as his new road-going supercar, the Nichols N1A. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 years of the Goodwood Festival of Speed #170
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel talk about the Festival of Speed, from the first running of it 30 years ago to the most recent last weekend. Andrew was fortunate enough to drive several very special Porsche racing cars up the hill while Dan rode in the latest Range Rover Sport SV. But how has the event changed over the years? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Aston Martin finally ready to take on Ferrari? #169
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel review the crucial new Aston Martin DB12, and ask if the company finally has the backing it needs to really establish itself as a credible Ferrari rival. And how might the fortunes of the Formula 1 team that carries its name change as the 2023 season progresses? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Being one of the Bentley Boys for a weekend #168
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss Bentley's racing heritage at Le Mans and elsewhere. Andrew has been racing a vintage Bentley at the Le Mans Classic, giving him just a little bit of insight into what it was like to be one of the famous Bentley Boys in the 1920s. Were they just rich playboys, or was there more to them than that? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Colin Chapman, the wayward genius #167
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel profile Coin Chapman, founder of Lotus and one of motor racing's great innovators. Chapman was not only a brilliant engineer but a superb driver in his own right. His Formula 1 team won numerous World Championships and many races, but his cars would often break before the flag and sometimes even hurt their drivers. Did he stretch his obsession with lightweight construction too far? And why did he allow himself to be caught up in the DeLorean scandal? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The £30,000 BMW i8 and Balance of Performance in racing #166
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel debate Balance of Performance – is this one controversial regulation ruining motor racing? They also discuss affordable sports cars, two new EV performance cars and Adrian Newey's 200th Formula 1 Grand Prix victory as a designer. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The scariest cars we've ever driven #165
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel reveal the cars that have frightened them the most, from the intimidating Jaguar XJR-15 racing car to a BMW M4 on a cold, wet North York Moors road. Is there one particular trait that ties all scary cars together? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our favourite road car engines of all time #164
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss their favourite ever internal combustion engines, from the glorious BMW V12 in the McLaren F1 to joyous four-cylinder VTEC units built by Honda. There are V6s, V8s, V10s and V12s in here from right across the ages, and plenty more besides. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why we would (mostly) choose sports cars over supercars #163
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss sports cars and why they would normally choose to drive one over a supercar. They may be less powerful, less exotic and less valuable, but they are so often more enjoyable to drive on the road. Dan and Andrew also have news of a pair of new British sports cars in the Caterham EV Seven and Aston Martin DB12. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How (and how not) to win a 24-hour motor race #162
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel on what it takes to win an endurance race. Speed on its own is not enough – you also need a reliable car, a team that runs like clockwork and perhaps a dose of good fortune too. But just how badly wrong can the pursuit of a win at Le Mans or the Nürburgring 24 Hours go? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How the Porsche 911 became the world's most successful racing car #161
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel tell the story of the Porsche 911 in motorsport, from winning the Monte Carlo Rally and the Dakar Rally to beating the competition at Le Mans. The 911 was never originally designed for competition , so what is it about the model that's made it the world's most successful racing car? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
American muscle, European handling – sports cars with Detroit V8s #160
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the best of British and European sports cars and supercars fitted with honking great American V8s. Once rife, the practice just doesn't happen these days, but it gave us icons like the AC Cobra, Ford GT40, Iso Grifo and plenty more besides. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Australian journalists changed car magazines forever #159
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined this week by Ti contributor Gavin Green. A former editor of Car magazine, Gavin has been writing about cars, motorsport and the car industry since the early 1980s. One of five successive Australian journalists to sit in the editor's chair at Car magazine, Gavin knows better than most how a small band of Aussie journalists rewrote the car magazine rulebook. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com). The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Underrated racing drivers (and some overrated ones too) #158
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the drivers from Formula 1 and beyond who don't have the reputation their speed, race craft and ability behind the wheel merited. They also talk about a handful of racing drivers who are overrated.The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The undervalued sports cars you should buy now #157
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the exotic cars that are undervalued or under-appreciated. Is now the time to buy an Audi R8 V8 or Aston Martin DBS? They also talk about the cars they've been driving recently, including a handful of very special rally cars, and pay tribute to Craig Breen. With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com).The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Becoming a world-class car engineer (by David Twohig) #156
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by The Intercooler contributor David Twohig, Chief Vehicle Engineer for numerous cars including the sublime Alpine A110. David recounts his full and varied career as an automotive engineer and reveals the secret that made the A110 so special. He also discusses e-fuels, making EVs fun to drive and what it's like to work in Silicon Valley. The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to drive at 300mph (by Le Mans winner Andy Wallace) #155
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel are joined by racing driver Andy Wallace, who knows more about driving very, very fast in production cars than anybody alive. Twenty-five years ago he clocked a record-breaking 240mph in the McLaren F1, and he's since gone an awful lot faster than that. What does it take to drive at such astonishing speeds? The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Porsche created the 911 #154
Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel explain how the Porsche 911 came to be. How did such a young sports car manufacturer get from the tiny, underpowered 356 to the 911 – most successful sports car of all time? What were the key decisions that underpinned the car's capability, versatility and global appeal? With thanks to JBR Capital (@jbrcapital or www.jbrcapital.com).The best writers, the finest stories and no ads, all on The Intercooler’s beautiful website. Visit www.the-intercooler.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.