Drive Torque Podcast

Joe Achilles and Peter Greaves (Petrol Ped)

Get the inside view of all things automotive from two of the UKs leading content creators. Sharing experiences and insight on the latest cars and developing technologies. Taking you behind the scenes of car launches, events and motorsport. Meet leading figures from the automotive world - designers, racing drivers, journalists and content creators. Get the inside scoop as we Torque all things automotive.

Presented by Joe and Pete, a couple of YouTuber car nuts that first met over 5 years ago and instantly hit it off. They have spent a lot of time together on car launches, press trips and events and spend hours chatting all things automotive and thought it was about time to do this in public. So over a beer one evening the Drive Torque Podcast was born !

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Jul 26, 2024 · 1 hr 6 min
Are Chinese Car Manufacturers Taking Over?! | Ep 34 | Drive Torque Podcast
This week we explore the EV mandate and consider the rise of Chinese car manufacturers. Could there be a big car maker pay the ultimate price for the move to EV. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Jul 14, 2024 · 57 min
Why is the New BMW M5 2.4 tons? Live from Goodwood FOS | Ep 33 | Drive Torque Podcast
Live from the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024 on the BMW Stand. Pete and Joe are joined by the Officer Commanding The Red Arrows Adam Collind and talk all things M5 Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Jun 28, 2024 · 1 hr 16 min
THE TRUTH! Africa to London Fuel Challenge Explained | Ep32 | Drive Torque Podcast
In this episode Pete talks to Joe and Patrick about their recent epic one tank fuel challenge where they drove a VW Passat from Africa to London on one tank of petrol. Find out how how the guys planned and executed such an amazing trip. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Jun 16, 2024 · 52 min
24 Hours of Le Mans LIVE Special ! | Ep 31 | Drive Torque Podcast
In the episode Ped and Joe are LIVE from the Le Mans 24 hour race. As the cars go past they discuss the greatest motor race in the world. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
May 31, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Do Journalists Hate YouTubers? Alex Goy Talks Mental Health & His Journey | Ep 30 | Drive Torque Podcast
In this episode Pete and Joe are joined by special guest Alex Goy who talks about his ti Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
May 17, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
Why are we obsessed with SUVs? | Ep 28 | Drive Torque Podcast
Ped and Joe ask what is the point of an SUV and then try to find their favourite SUVs to buy ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
May 3, 2024 · 1 hr 4 min
Can the British Car Industry Survive? And Does it Even Exist?! | Ep 28 | Drive Torque Podcast
In this episode Pete and Joe talk about the British car industry. Which are their favourite brands, which brands are doing well and which do they think are likely to struggle in the EV future ? Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Apr 19, 2024 · 1 hr
Best JDM Cars Under £25k, £50k & £100k! | Ep 27 | Drive Torque Podcast
After his recent trip to Japan Ped was keen to chat about JDM cars and that meant another car finding challenge ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Apr 5, 2024 · 1 hr 6 min
Becky Evans Reveals Impact of Online Hate & an EV Drifting Future ? | Ep 26 | Drive Torque Podcast
In this episode Joe and Ped are joined by Drift Queen Becky Evans and she opens up about what makes her tick, her love of cars and the online hate she has to deal with ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Mar 22, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
Meet the World's Best Car Salesmen & His Unique Selling Tactics! | Ep 25 | Drive Torque Podcast
This week Pete and Joe head to Berry BMW Heathrow and are joined by the legend that is Mr TRLDeals to talk about the state of the car market in 2024. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Mar 8, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
Want To Start Modifying Your Car? The Ultimate Beginners Guide | Ep 24 | Drive Torque Podcast
This week Ped and Joe talk through the do's and don't of modifying cars. Sharing their experience of the good and the bad ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Feb 23, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Best Modern Classic Cars for Under £25/50/100k With Expert guest | Ep 23 | Drive Torque Podcast
This week Joe and Ped are at CarVault Co and meet the owner Ben Willis to talk all things Classic and Modern Classic Cars. Why do people buy classic cars and which are the guys favourites ? Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Feb 9, 2024 · 1 hr
Is it possible to get ‘cheap’ car insurance anymore?! | Ep 22 | Drive Torque Podcast
Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Jan 26, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min
Will the Electric Macan Make or Break Porsche? | Ep 21 | Drive Torque Podcast
Sorry for the radio silence. Unfortunately we had a technical issue with two amazing episodes we recorded before Chritmas which should have gone out during January. We are back now for a mega year ahead. Let's start with Joe and Pete arguing about voice assistants in cars are discussing the new Porsche Macan Electric Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Dec 25, 2023 · 59 min
Christmas Day Special 🎄 Our Highlights of 2023! | Ep 20 | Drive Torque Podcast
Joe and Ped finish up the first year of the Drive Torque Podcast by taking a look back at 2023 and selecting their car of the year ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Dec 8, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
Meet the YouTuber that is impossible to copy ! | Ep19 | Drive Torque Podcast
This week Joe and Pete welcome their good mate Raz to the pod. Better know as Mr AMG, the geniud behind the YouTube channel Remove Before Race. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Nov 25, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
What's the best USED £10k Car on Sale today | Ep18 | Drive Torque Podcast
Inthis episode Joe and Ped meet up for the first time in a month and catch up. They then go head to head in another car search challenge. This time it's who can find the best used car for under £10k ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Nov 10, 2023 · 1 hr
This YouTuber has a Full Time Job! Porsche Experience Special | Ep17 Drive Torque Podcast
Joe and Ped are joined by YouTuber Tim Williams at the Porsche Experience Centre. After driving GT3 RS, GT4 RS and Taycan Turbo the boys chat about the relaity of running a YouTube channel and holding down a full time job ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Oct 27, 2023 · 55 min
Best New Car for under 30/50/100k | Ep 16 | Drive Torque Podcast
In this episode Ped and Joe share their best cars for under 30/50/100k as well as catching up on what has been a very busy few weeks ! Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊
Oct 13, 2023 · 1 hr 47 min
How Bugatti Saved Misha Charoudin From Being Homeless | Ep 15 | Drive Torque Podcast
Ped and Joe are joined by Misha Charoudin from Apex Nurburgring for Misha most open and honest interview yet. Covering the amazing highs and lows of the Ring's most famous YouTuber. Don't forget to send us your questions or subject for future episodes. Subscribe/Follow, give us a rating and give us a follow on Instagram for all the latest Podcast news - https://www.instagram.com/drivetorque... Aside from our headline sponsor Michelin, we would like to thank; Podium place - https://podiumplace.co.uk/ Manfrotto - https://www.manfrotto.com/uk-en/ Joby - https://joby.com/uk-en/ Cheers and see you at the next one 👊