The evo podcast

Epizódok

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  Tyre myth special: when tyres really expire & are cheap tyres all that bad? | Episode 63 18.09.2026 53p

  In this episode of the evo podcast we dive deep into tyre myths, the challenges of developing them, which you should buy and how to ensure yours are truly fit for your car. This week, John Barker and Richard Meaden are joined by tyre expert Steve Howat, the man behind Continental’s Technical Services department.
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  Our worst long term test car, reviving TVR & best budget track cars | Episode 62 11.09.2026 31p

  In this episode of the evo podcast, James Taylor, John Barker and Sam Jenkins run through the latest batch of reader's questions. From which story was most difficult for us to write to the very best budget track cars money can be, it's a varied spread.
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  Giving up on new cars, a Ferrari Luce redesign & are manuals overrated? | Episode 61 04.09.2026 52p

  In this week's episode of the evo podcast, Stuart Gallagher, John Barker and Dickie Meaden talk manuals, Dickie's abandoned 106 Rallye and the cars we chose not to include in our recent supercars eras series.
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  An update on Harry's Countach & is the SLR McLaren really that bad? | Episode 60 28.08.2026 58p

  In episode 60 of the evo podcast, Richard Meaden, John Barker and James Taylor discuss the making of our 2000s supercars test, featuring everything from the Aston Martin Vanquish to the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. We also address the latest on Harry Metcalfe's Lamborghini Countach.
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  The making of our 1990s supercars test: unexpected findings & what we didn't include | Episode 59 21.08.2026 1ó 1p

  In the latest episode of the evo podcast Stuart Gallagher, Richard Meaden and James Taylor sit down to discuss the making of our 1990s supercar test from issue 349. It was an exciting era for the segment and our team, but after revisiting them all, which of the six would they take for themselves?Read the 1990s supercars test in full: https://evo-shop.co.uk/products/evo-magazine-september-2026
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  Aston Martin special | the £1.5m Valen & will we see an EV? With CEO Adrian Hallmark & Marek Reichman 14.08.2026 44p

  In this special episode of the evo podcast, Stuart Gallagher is joined by Adrian Hallmark and Marek Reichman, Aston Martin CEO and Chief creative officer. This week we discuss everything from the marque's new V12-powered Valen special edition, to whether or not we'll see a fully electric model from Gaydon.
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  Harry Metcalfe Q&A special: the Channel 4 blunder, Ferrari Luce & buying new cars | Episode 57 07.08.2026 42p

  In part two of our visit to Harry Metcalfe's garage, John Barker and Dickie Meaden read through reader's questions, covering everything from what Harry would have changed in the founding years of evo, to why he won't buy anything with a battery.
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  Accidentally buying a Lamborghini Countach & high-speed Porsche troubleshooting, with Harry Metcalfe 31.07.2026 46p

  In the latest issue of evo magazine we gather six of the finest 1980s supercars, of which three happened to be owned by Harry Metcalfe. In this special episode of the evo podcast, John Barker and Dickie Meaden head to his garage for a catchup and a recap of the test.
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  An awkward incident with an F1 icon, Red Bull RB17 & the new BMW M3 | Episode 55 24.07.2026 49p

  In this episode of the evo podcast, John Barker, Richard Meaden and James Taylor get together to discuss their latest drives... and flights. John's been taking a look at two extremes of the performance car world with a look at the incoming electric BMW M3 and the incredible Red Bull RB17, James has had a drive in the Porsche 911 GT3 S/C and Dickie's had an almost exclusive diet of supercars of the past.
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  Centre-seat Elise, Ferrari V12 'manual' & driving 1970s supercar icons 50 years on | Episode 54 09.07.2026 58p

  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.
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  Our daily drivers & the world's best saloon, with Henry Catchpole | evo Q&A EP3 19.06.2026 48p

  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]
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  Le Mans 24 Hours: predictions, best memories & what makes it special | Episode 52 12.06.2026 1ó 5p

  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.
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  Restomods: the good, the bad & where it all began, with Henry Catchpole | Episode 51 05.06.2026 57p

  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?
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  Ferrari Luce: first-hand impressions from the ground & is it all a mistake? | Episode 50 27.05.2026 37p

  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?
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  Nürburgring 24 Hours: first-hand tales of the world's most challenging race | Episode 49 14.05.2026 54p

  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.
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  How not to drive a 300SL Gullwing, 'Manthey' MX-5 & the next Nissan GT-R | Episode 48 08.05.2026 1ó 9p

  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.
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  The perfect power output, undercover driver's cars & has Porsche gone too far? | evo Q&A EP2 24.04.2026 35p

  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.
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  2010s NA V8 execs, 911 GT3 S/C & is the BMW Z8 really that bad? | Episode 46 17.04.2026 56p

  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.
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  The ultimate one-make racing series, a Maserati on fire & new Nürburgring record | Episode 45 10.04.2026 1ó 29p

  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.
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  The problem with Audi RS5, WRC returns & Aston Martin Valhalla, with Henry Catchpole | Episode 44 03.04.2026 1ó 11p

  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