Episodes
#490 Tony Aquila Of Canoo. Gareth enjoys an in-depth conversation with the CEO of a motor industry start-up that has developed a vehicle that looks like no other. Is Canoo’s unique approach capable of succeeding in the motor industry?
Published 04/25/24
#489 The Driver Market & Phil’s Car Stories. Zog and Gareth try to work out who goes where in F1 next year and beyond. Phil Williams shares more car stories on the sofa. Plus: Mercedes, the 1st F1 team to turn over half a billion pounds.
Published 04/18/24
Published 04/18/24
#488 Gareth, Phil and Matthew. A preview of the upcoming CV Show from commercial vehicle publisher Matthew Eisenegger. Meet Phil Williams and his glorious car history. Plus: the On Speed News Eisteddfod and the return of the Pit Stop Boys.
Published 04/11/24
#487 The Australian GP and The Highway Code. What’s going wrong at Mercedes and what are Ferrari doing right? Gareth tests Zog and Alex on an important driver’s guide. Plus On Speed News Bleat on Lola’s return and Williams disappointment.
Published 03/28/24
#486 The Leaving Of London. In an emotional edition of the podcast Gareth rents a van to drive and move house to north Wales. Driving in ULEZ & LTN. What will Gareth’s next car be, can you help him choose? Plus Gareth gets into commercial vehicles.
Published 03/14/24
#485 R5 & F1 2024. Gareth's away, so Zog & Alex talk about the new electric Renault 5 and other potential EV retro car name revivals. The delightfully positive and excitable Stevie Sackin looks forward to the Bahrain GP and imminent 2024 F1 season.
Published 02/29/24
#484 Lewis, Ferrari, Porsche & Dacia. Zog & Gareth react to the news of Hamilton's shock move to the Scuderia. Alex Goy argues that a Dacia Duster is better than a Porsche 356/2-32. Plus what is the SF24's USP? And when is a Red Bull not a Red Bull?
Published 02/15/24
#483 Richard Porter Returns. A brand-new "old-skool" style special edition with the classic On Speed team. Has Richard gone to the darkside? Where are the exciting cars? What’s going on at Ford? Plus Sniff Petrol on Williams F1 and AI in the Golf.
Published 02/01/24
#482 The New Moon Race. Space journalist Sue Nelson joins us to discuss the latest developments and setbacks for both robotic and crewed missions attempting to land on the Moon. Will China beat the USA to putting new human footprints on the lunar surface?
Published 01/18/24
#481 Ferrari The Movie. Gareth and Zog review the epic Michael Mann feature film about Enzo Ferrari. We have high expectations for this release, does it meet them?
Published 01/04/24
#480 Yuletide Special. Xmas gifts for people in the car world. We play “Who Wants To Be A Mastermind”. Our best & worst bits of 2023 and our hopes for the future. A sustainable message from Santa. Plus “Green Jay” perform A Car Called Christmas.
Published 12/14/23
#479 F1 2023 & 2024. Gareth and Zog wrap up the astounding 2023 F1 Season. Which was the best race? Who were the stars of the year? You might be surprised at our answers. Plus, we look forward to 2024, what do we want to happen, but what will happen?
Published 12/06/23
#478 Las Vegas GP & British Beauties. Did the race in Nevada match the hype? Was Carlos Sainz treated unfairly? Why does Gareth agree with Bernie Ecclestone? Alex Goy drives 2 British extremes. Elon explains Starship and Bloodhound LSR seeks a new driver.
Published 11/23/23
#477 Sao Paolo GP & Cool New Japanese Cars. We review what wasn't actually the Brazilian GP. Has the Japanese motor industry re-found its mojo? What next for the F1 Sprint? Plus, The King speaks about autonomous cars and Toto has a horrible weekend.
Published 11/09/23
#476 Racing In America & Roads On The Moon. Ooops! Hamilton & Leclerc disqualified from the USGP in Austin. The F1 Academy gets our attention. How do you build a road on the Moon? Plus the return of the Adrian Neweybot as On Speed goes on YouTube.
Published 10/26/23
Video#63 Don't Call Me Carface 2023. Gareth scrunges his face into impressions of some unusual looking car front ends and grilles.
Published 10/19/23
#475 Car Spotting In Mayfair. Alex Goy joins Gareth to tour the dealerships and street-car eye-candy in one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in the world.
Published 10/05/23
#474 Singapore, Sainz & Fab Cars. We congratulate Carlos on his first Ferrari win and ask: Why are Red Bull suddenly slow?"" Gareth and Zog pick a few automotive gems spotted recently. Plus Fred Vasseur shocks and Gareth sings an anthem with new words.
Published 09/21/23
#473 Monza, The Moon and Beyond. In the absence of the rest of the team Gareth & Zog enjoy a long, meandering conversation that takes in 3 areas they love: F1, car movies and space travel.
Published 09/07/23
#472 The Sound of Formula E. Gareth and Tycho Jones attend the 2023 London ePrix in Excel, Docklands. We capture the sound of the cars, the crowd reaction and the atmosphere in the Fan Zone and a chat about electrification with Oliver Johnson of ABB.
Published 08/24/23
#471 Summer Smash. The 2023 Gareth Jones On Speed Summer Music Compilation. Gareth tells the stories behind songs from the archive that have been revisited, remastered & remixed. Plus "A Car Called Enterprise" a brand new tune from GZ Top.
Published 08/10/23
#470 Max, Red Bull & Goodwood. How soon will Verstappen win The Championship? Daniel Ricciardo returns to F1, but what will happen in the future for the driver and the team? Plus just how good was the 2023 Goodwood Festival Of Speed?
Published 07/27/23
#469 Maxus eDeliver 3. Gareth charges up to Liverpool in an electric van to test its ability to do the job it was designed for. Is SAIC’s pioneering holdall up to the task? Plus On Speed music: “White Van Man” - The 2023 Remix.
Published 07/13/23
#468 KIA EV6. Gareth spends a week in Wales driving the GT Line version of Kia's flagship electric car. Is it another hit from the mighty Korean conglomerate, or are good looks all this car has to offer?
Published 06/29/23