Scotland the Drive

Welcome to Episode 26 of Scotland The Drive, the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ We take a detailed look at the new Hyundai Ioniq 3 hot hatch and find out what makes it such an important new arrival.

➡️ Lorraine gets behind the wheel of Honda’s new city car, the Super-N, and we find out whether she agrees with Alan’s assessment that it is, frankly, a bit stupid.

➡️ We run through the shortlist for the Scottish Car of the Year awards.

➡️ On the roads, we look at the Kingsway bridges, your feedback from Broxden, major M8 roadworks in Glasgow, the 50mph limit on the A90 at Brechin, the Rest and Be Thankful and the latest on A9 dualling.

➡️ Ian Callum, the Scot behind some of Jaguar’s most dramatic designs, joins us for My First Drive.

➡️ Plus, we look at the latest new car registration figures, rising used EV values and the debate around driving tests for motorists aged over 70.

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 25 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ We sample one of the hottest new cars to hit the market, complete with number plates that match the fun

➡️ Tyre Safety Week is here, so we look at what you should be checking before winter really sets in

➡️ We discuss changes to private parking law and what they could mean for drivers

➡️ Robin Price, Product Manager at Genesis, joins us to talk through the latest from the brand

➡️ Polestar and Geely are also on the agenda as the Chinese brands continue to make their presence felt

➡️ Broadcaster Sally Magnusson joins us for My First Drive and tells us about the car that started it all

Plus, the latest from Knockhill and George Sutherland’s motoring website.

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 24 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ We look at plans for a new EV supercharging hub at the former Subway site at Balhaldie, one of the more familiar roadside sights on the A9.

➡️ We head to Forth Valley College and discover some of the challenges of driving around what feels like a building site, while trying to keep the shoes clean.

➡️ We discuss the Prime Minister’s latest statement and return to the debate around licences for cyclists.

➡️ My First Drive features David Gillanders, who at 77 is still choosing rally stages over slippers and taking on world-class motorsport.

➡️ We take the Honda Prelude for a drive around Sutherland, only to be overtaken by something rather special, a Gordon Murray T.50.

Plus, more motoring news, views and the usual issues from Scotland’s roads.

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 23 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Hear about the Peugeot E-208 on Lorraine’s Lane

➡️ Broadcaster Lesley Riddoch tells us about her First Drive

➡️ We’ve been to Morris Leslie Auctions

➡️ And we’re talking about Ghost Number Plates, Stolen Transits and Ally reckons cyclists need a license…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 22 of Scotland The Drive - the motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Hear about the Kia EV2 on Lorraine’s Lane

➡️ Broadcaster Arlene Stuart tells us about her First Drive

➡️ Plus the Motability Show, Fuel Prices Soar, Edinburgh Traffic Jams

➡️ And the perfect conditions formula for convertible driving…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 21 of Scotland The Drive.

The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Hear about the Mazda 6e on Lorraine’s Lane

➡️ David Craig from Scottish Charity Air Ambulance tells about his first car

➡️ Information on Morris Leslie Classic Car Auction

➡️ Plus the RAV4, Petrol Prices and Kingsway Bridge Feedback…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 20 of Scotland The Drive.

The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Hear about the Genesis G80 on Lorraine’s Lane

➡️ Alan’s been to Knockhill and also talking to Ally Chalmers

➡️ We’ve feedback on the Pavement Charging Situation

➡️ Plus where in Scotland has the longest wait time for a Driving Test in the UK…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 19 of Scotland The Drive.

The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Lorraine joins us to discuss BYD Atto 2

➡️ Alan road tests the Vauxhall Mokka GSE

➡️ Ally speaks to Alan Gall about dodgy MOT’s

➡️ Plus Fuel Thefts, Advanced Cameras, £5m Footbridges and more…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 18 of Scotland The Drive.

The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Touring Car Legend Gordon Shedden tells us about his first drive

➡️ How are Ally and Lorraine coping with going electric

➡️ Alan’s been to the Jim Clark Museum

➡️ The Eco Rally, Ghost MOT’s, Tough Number Plate Laws and more…

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.

Welcome to Episode 17 of Scotland The Drive.

The motoring podcast that keeps Scotland moving with Ally Bally and Alan Douglas.

In this episode:

➡️ Former Scotland goalkeeper Alan Rough joins us for My First Drive

➡️ We’ve been behind the wheel of a wide range of new cars, including the Omoda 7, Ford Ranger, Ford Tourneo, Toyota RAV4, Toyota C-HR and the Mazda 6e.

➡️ We get hands on with Toyota in Crawley 

➡️ plus news, views and more of Scottish motoring…

Get in touch: [email protected]

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Scotland The Drive. Reviews, chat and the drive that moves Scotland.