Ever wondered what it takes to work at Top Gear? In this eye-opening chat, I grab a ride with Shafiq Abidin, a rising star in motoring journalism and current Top Gear staff writer. We talk about his unconventional journey – from studying computer science (like a "proper" Asian kid) to chasing his passion for cars and making it to the holy grail of automotive media.

In this episode of the BrownCarGuy podcast, I chat with Kirpal Singh Randhawa, the founder of West London Classics, one of the UK’s fast-growing and most exciting classic car clubs. We discuss the growth of West London Classics, the power of car culture in the UK, and Kirpal’s extensive experience with Ford Capris, including his thoughts on the controversial new electric Capri. Kirpal shares the importance of car shows, community, and the role classic cars play in connecting people and in mental health. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or simply curious about the classic car scene, this conversation is packed with insights and stories.

Driving anxiety is on the rise, with over 75,000 people searching for solutions in the past decade. But why is this happening? In this video, I break down the major causes of driving anxiety, from complex road systems to technological overload and mental health issues like PTSD and GAD. Plus, I’ll share practical strategies to help manage and overcome this anxiety. Watch till the end for solutions and insights.

Everything You Love about Cars is Disappearing, Changing, being Legislated into History. And car companies are clueless as to what to do - I'll prove that to you. So is this the end of real cars? Has the car industry left petrolheads behind? In this hilarious epic rant, I cover the full cycle of automotive prophetic doom we're facing. From electric vehicles quietly replacing the roar of petrol engines, driver aids are turning us into passengers, and once-mighty brands like Ferrari, Dodge, and Aston Martin are selling SUVs!

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Guy Pigounakis, the Commercial Director of MG UK, to discuss the pressing issues surrounding the ZEV mandate and the 2030 deadline for electric vehicles. Discover how these regulations are impacting the automotive industry, MG’s strategic response, and what this means for consumers and car buyers in the UK. With insights straight from the heart of MG, we uncover the risks and opportunities posed by these game-changing policies.

In this special reunion episode, Shahzad Sheikh, the BrownCarGuy, catches up with his former business partner and good friend Imthishan Giado. Broadcasting from a sunny day in London, the duo reminisce about their glory days at Car Middle East and Motoring Middle East, reflecting on their influential roles in the UAE's motoring media scene. They delve into the dynamic evolution of car culture in the UAE, discussing how the scene has transformed over the years.

Are in-car subscription services and pay-per-mile charges the latest threats to our driving freedom? In this podcast with friend and fellow motoring journalist Massimo Pini, we talk about the insidious rise of in-car subscription models to make using features in the car like heated seats a subscription service.

In this podcast we talk to Kish Nelson, the visionary founder of Collecting Motors. Kish shares his remarkable journey from a career in IT to becoming a prominent figure in the classic car scene. Discover how he transformed his passion for vintage vehicles into a thriving business that connects classic car enthusiasts and investors in the UK and UAE.

Exclusive interview with the daring team from Pakistan - Syed Ghazanfar Agha, Liaquat Malik, and Amir Butt - who embarked on an epic journey spanning nearly 10,000km. Over the course of 18 days, they drove from Karachi, Pakistan to London, UK, traversing through Iran, Turkey, Greece, and several other European countries.Arriving just in time for the Petrolheadonism Underground car show at Wembley, in their rugged Toyota Hilux Revo Rocco, discover what inspired their monumental road trip, the unforgettable highs, the daunting lows, and the logistical hurdles of navigating through diverse nations. Plus free fuel in Iran, dressing up, singalongs, waving their flag in front of the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben, and find out what it was like to spend such an intense and prolonged period together in the confines of their vehicle.Dive into the adventure, the camaraderie, and the sheer tenacity of this remarkable journey that defies the ordinary.

Mazda is bucking trends! Check out my exclusive podcast with Jeremy Thomson, Managing Director of Mazda UK. In this interview Jeremy gives us the inside line on Mazda's bold two-pronged strategy, balancing the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs) with a continued commitment to the internal combustion engine (ICE).