Pint of Petrol
Hello and welcome to A Pint of Petrol, your pint-sized podcast of automotive entertainment, where we dive into the world of cars, bikes, automotive news and octane oddities. NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY! Hosted by Tim Watson and lan Arthur, each episode focuses on a specific topic - whether it’s a legendary automotive brand, the culture that surrounds it, or just a quirky corner of the industry. We’ll also take a look at some of the latest automotive headlines and trends from the week. Recorded in various locations around the UK, A Pint of Petrol is here to keep you fuelled up with informative, educational, and entertaining discussions around our collective obsession of driving, tinkering and good old internal combustion. So, whether you prefer to be behind the wheel or under the bonnet, the Pint of Petrol podcast is here to give you your weekly dose of octane.
Hello and welcome to A Pint of Petrol, your pint-sized podcast of automotive entertainment, where we dive into the world of cars, bikes, automotive news and octane oddities. NEW EPISODE EVERY SUNDAY! Hosted by Tim Watson and lan Arthur, each episode focuses on a specific topic - whether it’s a legendary automotive brand, the culture that surrounds it, or just a quirky corner of the industry. We’ll also take a look at some of the latest automotive headlines and trends from the week. Recorded in various locations around the UK, A Pint of Petrol is here to keep you fuelled up with informative, educational, and entertaining discussions around our collective obsession of driving, tinkering and good old internal combustion. So, whether you prefer to be behind the wheel or under the bonnet, the Pint of Petrol podcast is here to give you your weekly dose of octane.
Episodes

5 days ago
5 days ago
37 min
This week, the boys are off to the Banbury Classic Car meet in Ian's V8 Range Rover - cue many V8 sounds and very little speed.
As well as drinking beer and muttering about classics, Tim has news from Ferrari and Dacia and Ian has a rant about eScooters.
Oh, and Ian has roped Tim into a new show, the Big Land Rover Fest.
Recorded in the sun in July 2026.

Jun 28, 2026
Jun 28, 2026
39 min
In the midst of the June 2026 heatwave, Tim's has donned in motorbike gear and headed to Ian's garden for this week's episode of A Pint of Petrol.
Last week, Ian went to Doncaster to collect his new-to-him Vauxhall Insignia and, just seven days in, it's not going well... it's already broken and costing him money, which is his least favourite this in the world.
Meanwhile, Tim is trying to desperately keep this week's episode on track whilst Ian is drink gin and crashing RC cars.
The usual then...
Recorded on the surface of the Sun, June 2026.

Jun 21, 2026
Jun 21, 2026
40 min
In this episode, the boys have said Goodbye to one car and hello to another.
After Tim got totally messed around by a pair of time wasters last week, the nicest, kindest, most genuine young man has bought the timewarp Twingo. After six months, Tim wave bye-bye to the 14,000 mile survivor.
Ian on the other hand has acquired yet another car... after he bought a competition ticket for just £20, he ended up winning a 90,000mile diesel Vauxhall Insignia. And if that wasn't bad enough, he's had to go all the way from Milton Keyne to Doncaster to get it!
And that's not even the worst bit... wait till you hear how much it's cost to insure...

Jun 14, 2026
Jun 14, 2026
49 min
This week, time wasters have been testing Tim's patience. He is trying (and failing) to sell the timewarp Twingo and - despite it being in superb condition with a good advert and a keen price - people are wasting his time, much to Tim's annoyance.
The boys also discuss the latest news from the week, include the new BMW M3, Ian buy's Tim a present AND Ian has WON a car... because he need another one!
Enjoy!
Recorded June 2026.

Jun 7, 2026
Jun 7, 2026
47 min
Tim's BMW is broken... much to Ian's delight.
And what should have been a simple fix turned into an unbelievable saga, and as expected, Ian isn't about to let him of lightly.
In this episode, the boys dive into the latest news, discuss the week's happenings from across the automotive world, and enjoy a good old-fashioned catch-up. Expect plenty of banter, many laughs at Tim's expense, and the usual mix of cars, opinions, and nonsense.
Recorded June 2026

May 24, 2026
May 24, 2026
31 min
This week, Tim takes Ian out in the new Vauxhall Mokka GSE, Vauxhall's latest 281hp hot hatch. But is it a proper fast Vauxhall or just a Mokka with big wheels?
Spoiler alert - it's the former - but you won't believe the impact it has on Ian. That's right, the old dinosaur actually has A LOT OF FUN in the new Mokka GSE... so much so, he behaves like a 17 year old.
Enjoy this trip down memory lane as Vauxhall have genuinely made something rather brilliant.

May 10, 2026
May 10, 2026
57 min
This week, the boys are back at the pub talking about the greatness that is the Hot Hatch. It's a simple recipe of practicality and performance in a every day package. And the latest kid on the block, the new Corsa GSE has got the boys talking...
Both are fans of Vauxhalls, both are fans of a pocket rocket and both like the look of the new Corsa GSE. But, there is one problem. The price. It is... expensive.
Is it enough to put the boys off? Is it going to impact sales? Pour a pint and sit back for the latest episode of a Pint of Petrol.
Recorded May 2026.

May 2, 2026
May 2, 2026
1hr 8 min
This week, the boys are in Tim's garage fixing one of his old Calibra. In this hour long special, Tim and Ian work on "Charlie Four", a red Calibra Tim has has owned for more than 16 years. It developed a random fault where the voltage would drop off anything over 3,000 RPM.
There is just one problem (or at least that what the boys thought...) - they took the alternator off two weeks ago and now they can't remember how it all goes back together.
So, will they fix it? Will "Charlie Four" run? And will there be any other problems? The answer to all three is...
Recorded April 2026
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Apr 26, 2026
Apr 26, 2026
1hr 1 min
In this episode, Tim is behind the wheel talking about a brand he is passionate about - Vauxhall.
He is joined by three clubs, the VXR Owners Club, Vectra B Enthusiasts and East Side Vauxhall Owners. In this special episode, Tim and his guests share their passion for the griffin, what got them into Vauxhalls and talk about one of the best Vauxhall shows going... VauxALL!

Apr 19, 2026
Apr 19, 2026
46 min
This week, Ian is joined by his wife, Rachel, and as Ian recently turned 40, the pair take a long drive down memory lane, looking back at the cars they've owned and the journeys they have shared.
Sit back as Rachel shares the BRUTAL TRUTH of Ian's car collecting and what it is really like to live with him.
Get that girl a medal.







