#40 - DrivenByAmy

In this episode we sit down with Amy, the creator, founder and rookie racer behind Driven By Amy & Motor Kiwi. Living life following one rule... "say yes to everything".From pit bike to race grids and a training camp in Spain, Amy has spent the last year chasing the experience rather than the result, and proving that failure is only ever a redirection.To find more from DrivenByAmy click the links below:Youtube - / @DrivenbyamyInstagram - / drivenbyamyPartners:Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at Drive-Life:https://www.drive-life.com/Looking for your next car event? Check out CarEvents to discover amazing events happening near you:https://www.carevents.com/This episode was recorded at The Motorist. Find out more:https://www.themotorist.com/

In this episode we sit down with Simon Edwards, one half of the Drivers Keepers YouTube channel - a channel dedicated to well used, much loved cars. In other words… keepers!Two and a half years in, Simon & Simon have driven everything from a Diablo SV to an MG TC, chasing the stories rather than the badges, and uncovering why some cars we can never let go.To find more from Drivers Keepers click the links below:Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@DriversKeepers/videosInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/drivers_keepers/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/driverskeepers/Partners:Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at Drive-Life: https://www.drive-life.com/Looking for your next car event? Check out CarEvents to discover amazing events happening near you: https://www.carevents.com/This episode was recorded at The Motorist. Find out more: https://www.themotorist.com/

In this episode we sat down with Paul Woodford, a true rally enthusiast. Through his dedication to motorsport & Rally in particular, Paul has broken into the world of motoring journalism with his acolades including TV appearances on Special Stage, official coverage of the British Rally Championship, and live coverage on BT Sport from Wales Rally GB.Paul shares stories from his career starting our in hospital radio through to becoming race track manager of Cadwell Park. Aiding in the racetracks revival during covid, landing a plane during a BSB race weekend & interviewing Otmar Szafnauer and Sergio Pérez. More content from Paul Woodford:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/paulwoodfordmedia?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=RjqqnhnruDnx1LQp&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F199vtB163N%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr#Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulwoodfordYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@carfilmsSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3Vb5rZyrom8BFRwRL5jxogPartners:Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at Drive-Life:https://www.drive-life.com/Looking for your next car event? Check out CarEvents to discover amazing events happening near you:https://www.carevents.com/This episode was recorded at The Motorist. Find out more:https://www.themotorist.com/

In this episode we sit down with The Blakey Brothers. Sixteen months ago, Martin and Craig Blakey had barely worked out the TV remote. Today they're pulling 16 million views a month.On their socials they share stories, experiences and a real slice of rural life - shining a light on the characters, landscapes, and culture that define Yorkshire. Joins us as we go through their life in farming & transition into social media stars.The Blakey Brothers:Website: https://blakeybrothers.co.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theblakeybrothers/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblakeybrothers/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theblakeybrothersYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlakeyBrothersPartners:Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at Drive-Life:https://www.drive-life.com/Looking for your next car event? Check out CarEvents to discover amazing events happening near you:https://www.carevents.com/This episode was recorded at The Motorist. Find out more:https://www.themotorist.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Lee, better known as The MacMaster, a travel, food and tech YouTuber with 246,000+ subscribers.Lee made a name for himself in the automotive world when he became an early adopter of EV's, documenting the highs, lows and everything in between.Joining him is Paul Featherstone, lifelong petrolhead and founder of Goldtempest Ltd, an advertising agency specialising in targeted TV advertising and broadcast media.Together, we delve into their shared history, Lee’s journey into YouTube, his experience with EV ownership, the changing automotive landscape and much more.Follow The MacMaster:Instagram — https://instagram.com/ukmacmasterFacebook — https://facebook.com/TheMacMasterX — https://x.com/MacmasterTheTikTok — https://tiktok.com/@themacmasterofficialMore From Us & Our Partners:Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at Drive-Life:https://www.drive-life.com/Looking for your next car event? Check out CarEvents to discover amazing events happening near you:https://www.carevents.com/This episode was recorded at The Motorist. Find out more:https://www.themotorist.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Pearson – veteran Traffic Officer, familiar face from Channel 5's Police Interceptors, and two-time bestselling author.Ben shares stories from his career on traffic and opens up about his struggles & retirement from the police. Ben now diverts his passion for helping others towards raising awareness of mental health and PTSD within the emergency services. We discuss his personal experiences, the work of his charity 1965 PTSD Awareness, and Cops & Cars, the annual charity event at The Motorist on Saturday 1st August 2026 - tickets available at CarEvents.com: www.carevents.com/uk/events/cops-and-cars/Please see all of Ben's link to his various good works below:Website - benjamin-pearson.co.uk/homeYoutube - www.youtube.com/@BenPearson1965/videosPodcast - open.spotify.com/show/7ya4MPOZPvbPyK8iJ8V82f?si=8e4caef160f048a6Cops & Cars Event - www.copsandcars.co.uk/Homewatch Security - www.homewatchsecurity.co.uk/Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drive-life.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.Don’t forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.carevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find amazing car events happening near you.Recorded at The Motorist - find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.themotorist.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode we sit down with Dipen Pancholi, founder of P1 Autokeys and the go-to electrical specialist for Mat Armstrong, Mark McCann and Chris Slix. We trace his journey from building his business from the ground up to becoming one of the most trusted names behind the electrical fixes on some of the most-watched car builds on YouTube. Dips shares the struggles, the successes, and what's next for P1 Autokeys.For more information head to: p1autokeys.comA massive shoutout to Sej Pancholi, please go checkout her amazing business River Consultants. Mental Health and wellbeing consultancy service - visit www.riverconsultants.co.uk for more info!Or head over to Sej's instagram page - @sej.5555Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drive-life.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠.ㅤDon’t forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.carevents.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find amazing car events happening near you.ㅤRecorded at The Motorist - find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.themotorist.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode we sit down with Ryan Lindsay - racing driver, ARDS Grade A instructor and coach. Ryan's passion for racing was ignited at the age of 12, and he's been behind the wheel on tracks across the world ever since. Now boasting 13 championship titles, 313 races, 142 wins, 223 podiums and 121 fastest laps, Ryan spends much of his time coaching the next generation of drivers.To find out more head to www.race-ryan.info/Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drive-life.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.Don’t forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.carevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find amazing car events happening near you.Recorded at The Motorist - find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.themotorist.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode we sit down with Paul Ripley, a renowned advanced and high-performance driving coach nicknamed 'God's Chauffeur' by a former motoring editor. Paul writes for Evo Magazine, Auto Express, Hagerty Drivers Club and The Daily Telegraph, and what he doesn't know about vehicle handling isn't worth knowing. Join us as he reveals two exciting new projects designed to make you a more complete driver. Listen to find out more.To find out more head to paulripley.co!Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drive-life.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Don’t forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.carevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find amazing car events happening near you.Recorded at The Motorist - find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.themotorist.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Swales, founder of GarageLux Ltd. Fuelled by a lifelong passion for cars and all things automotive, Jamie took a leap of faith, left behind his office job and built GarageLux from the ground up - a Yorkshire-based business dedicated to transforming garages into premium, practical spaces. From custom flooring and innovative lighting to smart storage solutions, GarageLux turns everyday garages into something truly special.To find out more head to www.garagelux.co.uk/Discover your new favourite automotive-inspired T-shirt or hoodie at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.drive-life.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.Don’t forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.carevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find amazing car events happening near you.Recorded at The Motorist - find out more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.themotorist.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.