BMWBLOG Podcast

An exciting episode of the BMWBLOG Podcast.

The team is back and they share their thoughts on some of the recent BMW models.

Horatiu was in Europe, for an extended trip, driving the BMW XM and iX M60. Next, he went to Concorso d'Eleganza at Villa d'Este to see the brand-new BMW M4 CSL.

The last segment of his trip included a trip back to Munich to explore the new BMW X1 and iX1, along with the 3 Series Facelift.

Nico also shares his thoughts on the BMW i4 M50 which he recently drove.

We also talk about the new Rolls-Royce Boat Tail which is rumored to cost $30 million dollars. Lastly, but not least important, the topic of the rumored BMW 3.0 CSL comes up.

This is an interesting episode with a lot of behind the scenes information, so make sure to give it a full listen!

This is the podcast you’ve been waiting for! Doug DeMuro joins us as we explore everything from how he actually got into reviewing cars, to what it means to actually meet your car heroes, and also what it takes to travel all around the world shooting cars and talking about their quirks and features!

We also talk about what it takes to actually run a successful YouTube channel, from ideation to the point where you finally upload your video, as well as walk through some of Doug’s cars in his garage.

We also talk about the rising values of some cars over others, his least favorite reviews, and of course we have some fun with a few hypotheticals for good measure!

In today's episode of the BMWBLOG Podcast, we are joined by Johnny Valencia of GearOne. He talks about his passion for cars, his E36 M3 track car, GoldRush Rally and much more.

When it comes to the BMW M3 E36, Valencia tells us that this is the one car in his garage that will be never sold. His E36 M3 serves as a weekend track car at various events around the U.S. The E36 M3 also comes with a cool personal story behind it.

Towards the end of the podcast, Johnny talks about buying and selling parts online through platforms like ModFind.com.

And of course, we asked Johnny about his favorite BMW today. Naturally, the topic of the new M3 and M4 cars came up, along with the kidney grille design.

Join us for a fun episode with a true BMW enthusiast!

Scott Villeneuve from LimitedSlipBlog joins us this week to talk about his collection of BMW cars and other supercars he owns. We also talk about the booming used car market and how it will shape up the future of pre-owned unique cars.

Scott recently purchased a very unique BMW M3 and he shares his thoughts on the buying experience.

Lastly, the topic of electric cars comes up and we look at the potential impact of EVs on the prices of gasoline-powered cars.

Our guests this week are car reviewers Yuri and Jakub of the famed Straight Pipes. They are joined by Nico and Horatiu to talk about the in and outs of owning and operating a car Youtube channel, and of course, about some of the recent BMW cars tested.

If you're a content creator, or looking to become one, Yuri and Jakub have some great advice to offer.

We also talk about their love for cars and how they approach Youtube car reviews. They also recently tested the BMW iX and they found some interesting quirks to share with us.

And as always, stay tuned to find out what their favorite BMW of all time is. So join us for an exciting episode!

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For our latest podcast we have our resident watch expert James Bachici sit down with editor in chief Horatiu Boeriu to welcome Hodinkee's Cole Pennington.

Cole's expertise is in watches, but don't be fooled, his background includes more petrol-infused hobbies as well! As a bonafide racer, and having been an instructor himself, he's no stranger to a race track. He also shares his thoughts with us on where he sees the future of manufacturing, and discusses some old school artisanal watchmakers while also providing some insight into programs that offer a gateway into the industry itself.

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of watches, their connection to the automotive world, the technology behind these miniature marvels, and also throw in a few hypotheticals spanning cars and watches just for fun!

There's a little bit of something for everyone - whether you're a watch collector, or a die hard gearhead!

Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:05 - How It All Started 6:06 - Blending Cars & Watches 8:30 - Automotive Branded Watch Colabs 10:00 - Infinite Funds Grail Watch/Car Combo 15:30 - Rolex Daytona & Impact Of Hype Culture 22:25 - Most Worn Watch Of 2022 23:27 - Traveling For Events & New Watch Addition 26:30 - GMT Pepsi VS Batman + Oyster Or Jubilee Bracelet? 29:48 - Innovation, Technological Shifts & Material Improvements 34:24 - Generational Differences: Analog VS Digital 36:05 - Craft Preservation & Legacy Watchmaking + Industrial Automation 39:14 - Growing Field + HSNY Programs 41:56 - Automotive Journalism + Cole’s Cars 47:25 - Writing About Cars 48:07 - Car People Can Love Watches But… 51:00 - Buy What You Like/Do What You Enjoy 51:50 - Quick Fire Questions 1:00:30 - Outro

YouTuber Joe Achilles joins the BMWBLOG Podcast to talk about his new BMW M3 xDrive. Joe has recently swapped out the RWD M3 for the all-wheel drive one.

Joe and the BMWBLOG Team also talk about their driving experience with the new BMW 2 Series Coupe, along with some other interesting topics from the BMW M world. Electric cars are also part of the conversation, so tune in for an informative episode.

Kyle Conner from Out of Spec Reviews joins our podcast to talk about the following:

1. CES 2022 - BMW Changing Color prototype, BMW i7 and Theater Screen

2. BMW iX and i4 test drives and why Kyle thinks the iX is one of the best electric vehicles on the market

3. Plug-in Hybrids - A solution for emission rules?

4. Charging infrastructure - Will it improve?

5. Used electric cars prices are going up

6. BMW M440i vs. BMW i4 - Which one to pick?

The gang is back together: Nico and Horatiu catch up on the latest BMW news.

1. BMW Concept XM - Impressions from the official unveil and a design analysis
2. CES 2022 and the impressive BMW iX Flow changing color car
3. BMW Theater Screen and the new BMW 7 Series
4. BMW iX M60 and comparison with X5 M
5. BMW M240i xDrive - Our own test drive of the car and thoughts on its performance and position in the market
6. Upcoming BMW unveils

Nicki Shields is a television presenter, live events host and YouTuber, and a broadcaster for the FIA Formula E Championship, the electric street racing series. She is also the anchor for Supercharged on CNN and an automotive journalist with a vast experience in electric cars.

Today, she joins the BMWBLOG Podcast to talk to us about her Formula E beginnings, about the all -electric car racing championship and how it's different than Formula One. Next, she shares with us her thoughts on the state of the automotive industry when it comes to electric cars.

Nicki is also a BMW aficionado and talks about her family's BMW cars, and what cars are close to her heart today.

You can find Nicki on Instagram @nickishields and on the web at www.Electrifying.com