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On this week's Car Throttle Podcast, Ethan tells us about the time he ran a red light, we discuss 'policing done right' and argue about driving etiquette!
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[@blondeboi]

"My wife" gets me everytime 🤣

[@asw16177]

Agreed... Ethan - never stop doing it.

[@josefmprable]

its starting to get old imo

[@joaopmf]

maaa uaaaaaifeeeee

[@sg403]

Where did it originate from?

[@asw16177]

@@sg403 Borat

[@basmca1]

38:04 I just spat out my drink laughing Ethan ON FIRE today.

[@Me-zo8yc]

Yup, top form!

[@drk2079]

Can we just appreciate Ethan going on Collecting Cars and Car and Classic to do 'guess the price'. That's when he relapsed to being a car guy again 😂

[@WhuDhat]

Yes, yes we can

[@hamzashehzad6767]

Lol - did anyone else realise Alex was only wearing one sock ???

[@st200ol]

Only odd socks in the drawer so just wear one well, is that what happened Alex?

[@twowheelvalle]

Because he can feel the clutch better. 😂

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

Maybe on the other foot was wearing a stocking !

[@wendymcpherson3841]

Ahhh but did you know he swooped it over 😉 you’re welcome!

[@st200ol]

@@wendymcpherson3841 I did notice that yes.

[@avfcfan2]

Kept being put off by Gareth's feet with no socks and Alex's sock changing feet, even Maisie wasn't as distracting 😂

[@WhuDhat]

Why do I read the comments before I start the video....lol

[@John.Winchester]

Gareth needs a sign to remind him.. No shirt no shoes no podcast spot.

[@joecrancher2008]

Well spotted 🤣

[@zector0]

I had made it through 90% of the video before seeing this comment. Thanks. Damnit.

[@INFOWARRIORchannel]

First thing I saw.........Jesus.....Nutters.

[@Dino-oj2pr]

Thank you lads, once again for making our days less miserable

[@johnrobbo69]

What the heck is Alex up to with his foot swapping one sock? ;-)

[@boyseal16]

26:06 it changes to the left foot glad I was t the only one thought I’d gone mad lol

[@burnzy3210]

@@boyseal16 :O

[@djbouncin8366]

I was thinking the same thing 😂

[@awaismanzur8167]

I was like wtf am I seeing things 😂😂😂

[@christopherexelby6032]

Tbh honest mate sorry to say sorry but abit said noticing that lol 😆 😜 sorry again mate

[@Emil_Bucholc]

Every time Ethan says “My Wife” makes me laugh 😂 Absolutely love it guys so keep up the great work 👍🏻

[@johnmcguire8225]

Can we get back to the episodes where you challenge each other to find a cheap car where three of you sit around and Jack just kills all of Ethan's finds? Or more of Ethan working on his Z3.

[@garthor]

I think the cheap car challenges were murdered by covid19 lockdowns... its hard to buy a car when you can't get within 6ft of someone.

[@krzysztof3261]

Ddc,!,!! Bo leftovers wand domu dep forthwith

[@FatHead1979]

@@krzysztof3261 Eh?

[@krzysztof3261]

@@FatHead1979 what who left that comment?!?!? Did i fall asleep on my phone and typed that by accident LMFAO

[@FatHead1979]

@@krzysztof3261 🤣 I thought you'd had a stroke or something!

[@robinhoogers7548]

I'm guessing this podcast has been recorded a few weeks ago because Alex now announces he got his long termer BMW, sold the Vitara and did the filming with Jack and his micra and those videos came online in the past 2 weeks

[@odfkjdhgovj]

Yeah should really be more up to date considering how much they post and update things on social media imo.

[@sviyy9396]

I just love how ct likes loads of comments except if its criticism....

[@conorhennessy4823]

This should have been released last week since they missed it for no reason...

[@MattRichards4]

@@conorhennessy4823 More than likely there was an issue with the video that needed correcting hence the delay :)

[@micmc23000]

Think they said before that they record 2 back to back every time. Plus if you go back to the one uploaded 2 weeks ago Gareth's Apple Juice is there and is still in the same place at the start of this one.

[@jacobfoster6773]

In response to Sam Miller's question at 52:35: Possibly consider the BMW Z3/Z4, MG TF or Toyota MR2/MRS for a bit of mid-engined goodness, or even the MX5 MK1 or MK3 if you've only had Mk2s and want to switch it up. All can be found within your budget.

[@victorsvenningnatas844]

Phil vis Jack´s mx5 would be a grate video

[@LickyDischarge]

Ever let your mind wander off and then suddenly realise you’re driving? I’ve done it a few times and it scares the crap out of me.

[@rhysowen5595]

Would definitely love to see a video of you guys retaking your test. That could be very entertaining. Maybe all these bad habits you guys seem to talk about could picked up, especially Ethan jumping red lights 😉 (which I've definitely done before. Not the same thing, but I've definitely, accidently, ran a red light 😖). Also, on the creeping forward thing, I agree with the emailer. When I see a stationary car move forward less than foot, it just think "whhhy? Just stop". I also really appreciate Barney's email. I have recently been trying improve my driving by slowing down a bit, making better decisions, giving myself, and everyone else more room, and having a little more patience, especially if someone fucks up. We all make mistakes. However, I've always been patient and I wait for the right time to over take a cyclist. I don't give a toss about people having to wait, or myself for that matter. One of my biggest pet peeves is people over taking on a corner or on the brow of a hill.

[@joecrancher2008]

I think 100% the pandemic has completely ruined people's driving, it has been very noticable as restrictions have eased here in Ireland! And guys, these podcasts are just getting better and better, genuinely my favourite KZbin notification to see these days

[@Mike7O7O]

Driving was always so bad in Oireland. Covid couldn't have made it any worse!

[@iainmacrae6982]

@@Mike7O7O Northern Ireland basically is just England with less people but even here the driving hasn't gotten much worse

[@iainmacrae6982]

@Do One Go do one mate

[@ItsJustElenore]

About those "creepers" The ones I understand the least are the ones who creep over the stopping line until their car is almost half over the line already. It's, like, why? The light's still red. You're not getting anywhere faster like this. Just fucken wait. If there's a red light camera, it might even get you for entering the intersection while the light is red.

[@Leo31291]

That traffic light trick of looking at the adjacent lights is next level 👌

[@ollieb9875]

Anticipation is taught in lessons, not only to observe the movement of the other vehicles and their lights, also pedestrian lights and whether the green man will stop your lights changing yeah.

[@Sarah-bell]

as a lovely man on a motorcycle forum I'm on used to say "if everyone drove like there's a spike rather than a airbag in the centre of the steering wheel driving standards would be way better"

[@hunterf.836]

My friend creeps at red lights. He usually sees a red light and slows down to a creep to see if he can catch the green before coming to a stop. We have had a couple a people that have honked. 😂.

[@hunterf.836]

@Ross Bourne I don’t know if he does it properly, 😅

[@vinnystaxi]

44:21 Alex, it's a Mk2 fiesta 1983-1989. 👍Gareth 1-0

[@wesleyhochstetler5144]

I live in Indiana in the United States and it's actually illegal to middle lane hog. So you don't just get the lights flashed at you, but you get a ticket. Love the channel, keep up the great work guys.

[@HForceClan]

Could you re-add the timeline labels like you had on one of the older podcast videos please? It's really helpful for some overview, especially if I do not have an hour to watch everything but still want to see my favorite sections. :-)

[@WiggysanWiggysan]

Jacks utter disgust & shame at 0:13 was *PERFECT*

[@brettgump]

Still getting funnier with every episode, keep it up gents 👍 If you can find the time to keep making these I will find the time to watch, enjoy and like them ✌

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

I'm glad I got taught by an old guy, we did extra lessons on different types of roads and got so much advice about etiquette. Most people I knew learnt to drive with a school where it was a box ticking exercise. They are terrible drivers and only getting worse with time.

[@maxreece2402]

Finally Gareth is back missed him badly

[@ourodyssey374]

bit gay

[@samc10000]

brilliant idea!!! have whip round, start a collection using viewer donations ... buy the M4 from Gareth but then have him drive it to the crusher and finally end his nightmare :D

[@TheBeth1997]

I’m a delivery driver for a local supermarket too and have been since the start of lockdown last year. The amount of impatient arseholes that are out on the roads. We stop our van for 2 minutes and you have people honking, screaming and shouting at you. The amount of verbal abuse I’ve dealt with over the past year from ignorant drivers when I’m trying to help people live is unbelievable.

[@paulmew1395]

So Gareth was pleased at being closest to guessing the car price but was still £550,000 out!! Love this game! 🤣🤣

[@ivandoe33]

immediate like after that singing intro. perfect.

[@jscubes9714]

That was one of the best “unpopular opinion” jingles yet

[@Roadwarrior92]

👂👀👂💥💨

[@minorearthmajorsky1476]

Imagine if the guys did a livestream podcast

[@brettgump]

Totally agree, but I think t he guy on the swear beeper wouldn't be able to keep up 😂

[@minorearthmajorsky1476]

@@brettgump Rory gonna have to be ready lol

[@Thebicycleplayground]

with beers

[@joemcdeez4269]

We could all be asking questions and asking for advice on different topics (car related) and I think that would be pretty sick 😂

[@minorearthmajorsky1476]

@@Thebicycleplayground they can’t lol they drive there

[@Roadwarrior92]

Alex you stepped up your singing game AGAIN. Next level!! 🤯😲😂

[@sjtheroadshenanigansofabri6631]

Ethan: "Rocking on the start-line".... already sounding like a biker at the lights😁😁😁

[@rhysblaney3121]

One big reason for Electronic Parking Brakes is the fact that everyone can apply the same amount of braking effort. It doesn't matter if you are Arnold Schwarzenegger or an elderly woman. If it was a manual handbrake, the old lady might only lift it a couple of clicks and the bodybuilder might lift it too much and damage the system (stretch the cables, etc).

[@ankledsquid]

Another thing about poor driving. There was a study not long back that showed something like 70% of all car crashes/accidents happen within the last and first 3 minutes of a journey.

[@quicknickdriver8510]

Bad driving is endemic in and around big towns these days unfortunately. Ignorance motivated by impatience. I used to really enjoy driving 35 years ago it was total freedom but now it’s like being on a conveyor belt every time you join a main road. Take care and be patient, you’ll get there less stressed

[@devonutopia]

"tyres and tarmac" - A gap between cars at lights is a good thing :)

[@electronJarvs]

Brings back memories lol t&t.

[@ethanfitton6336]

@@electronJarvs yeah, it does.

[@devonutopia]

@@electronJarvs part of my advanced driver training. means you can get around when the shit hits the fan in front of you :D

[@webdesignbyjonny]

The intro was INCREDIBLE

[@michaelsnedden726]

I’ve set up quite a few temporary traffic lights for roadworks and a common reason for all lights being stuck on red is that if a car jumps a red light the system reacts by turning all the other lights red, and then tries to reset to its programmed sequence, but when the lights are far away from each other or there is no line of sight, they cannot reconnect to each other and cannot reset

[@kjah06]

Alex's reaction to the suggestion of a figaro had be creased 😂😂😂

[@johnchampion6926]

8:56 Lesson: Put tear off strips on your helmet's visor?

[@lloydgriffiths1847]

This podcast isn’t the same without Gareth now, forever part of the CT team

[@Iamandyf]

On the creeping forward at lights, sometimes its to stop the stupid auto start/stop. Admittedly I've done it a few times when I didn't want to disable the start/stop, but I knew the lights were going to change in a few seconds, so I stop a little short of the lights (less than a car length) and creep forward a bit.

[@Ziogref]

In Tasmania, Australia I noticed a dip in driving quality even though we didn't really have a lockdown just heavy restrictions, just more of an heavy encouragement to work from home and avoid going out. But I agree, driving modern cars are mind numbing, I have driven my mums 2020 Hyundai Tucson (Auto) and its just so mind numbing vs my manual BRZ. Having a manual car is so more engaging and forces you to focus on the road.

[@ionutshupy760]

Other reasons why industry implemented electronic parking brakes instead of traditional one, except cost reduction through DfM and create an environment for autonomy that Gareth mentioned, are(that I could think of): -packaging space: this can also be related to cost reduction but also saving space in the center console area and also allowing for more modern trim parts design for interior. -Gareth mentioned less parts but it is also less movement between parts, wear which is mechanical and therefore in resulting in less need of maintenance; however, there are some cars where either electronic module/switch /calipers with actuators fail, which could overall result in a more expensive solution than traditional one due to the price of expensive electronic parts. Love for JLR! -

[@Ze-Germanzuk]

I hate those electric handbrakes, I like the idea of them but I've seen two cars now where the brake failed on and the car needed plugging in to resolve the issue.

[@adamqurabi65]

Yes!!! The Podcast is back!!!

[@saglike93]

Ethan, "It's only illegal if you get caught" Alex, Gareth and THE ENTIRE INTERNET, " T R U E "

[@rjpm92]

You guys should get in touch with Ben Pearson. He was one of the police interceptors in the Channel5 TV show and he's not long started a KZbin channel (channel name is his name) with some stories from his time as an officer (both good and bad). As an ex copper he may be what you're looking for with regards to a police involved podcast.

[@terryroxburgh2398]

Pasta is also an answer to Jacks teaser. Love the podcast and enjoy that you use shitboxes rather than top tier cars

[@BradPork69]

Was going to say that too

[@zipazzz]

For a 2k car, look for a Citroen DS3, wife will love it, cheap to run, surprisingly comfortable, has a biggest boot in its class. Might be a bit more money, but can def. find some at that price

[@cannygrowabeard]

That Micra video feels like it was bloody ages ago. Are you guys out of sync? Take a holiday lads!

[@richardgreen7654]

Some traffic lights only let 3-5 cars through and if you know this you need to think fast.

[@danl4252]

Is the Karoq diesel Ethan? They’re is a delay on the Diesels Skoda’s because it automatically warms the glow plugs before starting and won’t attempt to start until the plugs are at the optimum temperature deemed by the engine control unit.

[@Bbeavis]

Alex rocking the one sock, one no-sock.

[@MrJayscinema]

Just being geeky for a minute and it may well have been said already, deloreans are fibreglass tubs with stainless steel panels wrapped over them. The steel is for looks only.

[@DashCamSerbia]

Car Throttle causing human suffering by not uploading podcasts regularly. :(

[@DashCamSerbia]

@Ross Bourne Where is the today's episode?

[@joshbrailsford]

Regarding Jeremy's question, I recently asked myself the same question. I'd been driving (and fixing) a 1997 Fiesta for 10 years and decided to replace it with something more modern. So a couple of weeks ago I bought a 2013 Citroën C1. I did spend £4k for a top of the range model with low miles and service history, but there are loads out there (not to mention Peugeot 107s and Toyota Aygos, too) for less money. They're cheap to insure and fuel (easily 50+ mpg) and after 2012 road tax is free.

[@rezamotin7305]

What is the relevance of this comment

[@borissanov40]

@@rezamotin7305 it's in response of the question asked at 26:13, the bloke is trying to be helpful

[@AliDixon95]

He wants a fun car...

[@Grandpa_Grinch]

@@rezamotin7305 his relevance is explained in the first line of his message, he starts his comment with "Regarding Jeremy's question"

[@joshbrailsford]

@@AliDixon95 the C1 is fun enough. I doubt there would be a one-make racing series for them if they were dogs to drive 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Wehiremonkeys]

I was with my driving instructer recently just below 30MPH and some Vauxhaull driver decided to overtake and break the speed limit just before it went up to 50MPH.

[@aydeniveson-ball7058]

@Alex... your socks, why do you have one on one off and then swop them over 🤣🤣 i can't focus on anything else 🤣

[@toddlerj102]

Salvage rebuilds UK are just putting a car on insta for the question of cute replacement of a micra. They have got a fiat 500 (surprised you didn't think of one) that is all good an only £1500

[@user-dx2mb9qp3i]

I dont know what's going on but your podcast is kinda relaxing to sleep to

[@NH00531]

At 45 years of age why do I find Ethan saying “my wife” so funny? I’m a grown up, I should be laughing at satire on Radio 4. 🤔

[@franciscope7141]

Every time someone asks which car to buy next, I think ‘mazda 6’. Literally every time.

[@tominator23]

main reason for electronic parking brake is space saving on the center console and ergonomic design. People want more storage and device charging space.

[@Cooper9188]

Jack and Alex both yelling 'I PREFER P3NIS!" Good to know boys 👍

[@SoLongAstoria]

Legends. Keep up the good work.

[@peterbollans9982]

even my dogs buried his head when alex started his unppooooopppppuuulaaaar opppinnion

[@frederikruysseveldt7106]

Had the same thing. Drove up to a redlight crosspoint, shifted down to second and just turned right 🤦🏼 brain fart indeed. Thank god the cameras were off.

[@richardgr3gg]

I came to a massive factor that Gareth almost hit with electronic handbreak. As we all know for years have been getting lighter due to keeping efficiency up for regulations globally. When you look at the weight of a mechanical over electronic handbreak the weight saving is massive. Hence electronic handbreaks.

[@CroftVan]

This may offend most guys, but being an avid listener & follower of Scotty Kilmer, the straight forward answer to why Electronic parking brakes are becoming increasingly popular amongst car makers, it's cheaper to manufacture and the bean counters push it. Also if a Electronic parking brake fails it is more expensive to fix as well as it involves sensors.

[@upsidedown4155]

Dam alex that reminded me of the soul glo advert from the original "coming to america" lol Also how do you react when someone flashes you, with the blues and twos you know its not just a bmw driver

[@MrSteveBertone]

The blue light flashing middle lane hoggers, works in a couple of ways, one it makes them move but two it shows they’re paying attention, between the blue lights starting up, to the car moving shouldn’t be a long time.. if the car doesn’t react the driver clearly isn’t paying attention to the road. Flashing will likely only aggravate or scare the driver ahead, meaning they’ll stay where they are to annoy you or move out of panic. Many years ago a was taking to a policeman at around 2am at a services, we talked about speed, he said if I was doing 80/ 85 and he was behind me, if I braked gently or moved out of the way slowing towards the speed limit, they’d be more likely leave me alone, as it shows I was alert to what’s happening around me (so long as my driving was safe and not erratic) so I would think the same applies to blues and twos to move middle lane hoggers

[@boyseal16]

Any one else notice the random sock change orrrr what lol was it a game of footsie Alex? 😂

[@Albert5522]

Another bloody marvelous podcast chaps! Rather good, if I may so so myself, absolutely sterling, good show! 👏

[@mrtrendizzle]

Driving through red lights most do at some point in life. It's a minor lapse in concentration. Providing no-one is hurt it's a relatively minor offense but due to many many driving laws you can get written up for about 4 sperate offenses which is a piss take.

[@fridtjofriibe5961]

Phil vs Anti-Phil. Do it

[@adejupe8308]

Thankyou boys for another slice of genius!!!!! I'll just say though that IMHO delivery drivers are some of the worst drivers I've ever seen! I wonder how much of this is down to tracking metrics? It's almost like the antithesis to a 'black box'. Not to measure your safety, but to measure how quickly you reach commercially driven goals. Your opinions please Gentlemen?

[@mattybutler2455]

What is happening with Ethan's z3?

[@ashdoroshenko6453]

I have 1. Once done ethans mess up but I swear mine bad changed to green tben straight back to red. 2. The flashes work on temp lights but not permanent omrs

[@SinkyYT]

Back in January there were temporary lights set up and it was snowing. My lights were on red and I had a car sitting behind me. At the other end were three cars waiting and I could see the red light reflecting on the front of the car at the other end. Eventually after about two minutes I put on my hazards and went through the red. I stopped at the other end and explained to the guy in front that there was snow on the sensor and I watched in my mirror as the three cars also went through the red. If you do it slowly and with due care then it shouldn't be an issue.

[@samcourt6228]

What are you gonna do when (if) Gareth ever sells that bloody M4? It’s been the gift that keeps on giving so far. You guys keep on recommending the 130i but prices are going up at the mo, any for around £3.5k will be bloody dogs. The 125i is a good shout and is easily remapped to 130i power.

[@ryansara3398]

Although I love the attention the lupos are getting please stop suggesting them till I've bought mine in July, the prices are going up enough as it is 😂😂 Also I want the tdi which is super hard to get 😔

[@MrHappyraver]

I agree with the phil vs anti phil challenge. Jacks mx5 vs alexs mx5 would be an awesome video.

[@sensiblewheels]

1:02:28 I'm with you Gareth😂 Others seemed to have ignored the fact

[@rossmurtagh310]

Haha - only watching this today and seen a comment about Alex wearing one sock but what about Gareth wearing no socks at all😂😂

[@letsdiscussitoversometea8479]

Probably the most "thought out" episode of Car Throttle that I've seen so far - particularly in relation to "inexplicable" behaviours such as driving through red traffic lights. I did the *exact* same thing that Ethan said happened to him once, and then questioned "why did I just do that?" These are my thoughts on this: I think that there's a subconscious human *need* to exercise our sense of autonomy now and again - particularly if you've spent your entire life being "controlled" (ie through "rules", legislation, arbitration, etc.) Sooner or later - particularly if someone questions a matter but receives no satisfactory explanation as to _why_ (in this case, I mean the forced ignoring of your own common sense), then eventually, the "act" begins to drop, and decisions such as exercising your own autonomy to make decisions based on your own lived experiences, will inevitably kick in. I may have mentioned this before here, but there is a difference between _driving,_ and _travelling_ (as far as common law may be concerned). This may have something to do with it... Existing under common law, requires no driving licence, MOT, motor insurance, REGIStration etc. Whilst it might not necessarily be a _legal_ requirement (it is certainly _lawful),_ it might be worth considering using a bond (such as your birth certificate (it's printed on bonded paper)) to fall back on, should you genuinely be involved in a collision to which you are responsible. Do you think it would be a good idea in your next produced podcast to discuss the freeman philosophy and motoring in general? The standards of motoring may very well (gradually) begin increasing again, when the motoring *community* work together, to address all motoring related affairs, that directly involve US as motorists, rather than the "Do this, don't do that, go this speed, don't drive through that"-type existence that we live through on a daily basis - causing REAL problems with each other on the road? Many thanks.

[@cossqwik]

I think the standard of driving is dropping not down to lack of training / test but more on people in general having less respect for each other.

[@M1K3Y80Y]

I definitely want to see Phil VS Anti-Phil!

[@piippeeter]

Automatic handbrake in the winter sucks, during colder periods talking like -10C and below they allways freeze up during the night.

[@piippeeter]

@Ross Bourne Mechanical handbrake is not automatic. I can choose not to pull it, but if the electronic one goes on automatically I dont really have an option do I?

[@jamescoston5494]

You made my Saluki start howling with your Unpopular Opinions 'jingle'

[@cameronparry7493]

Please do that driving test video!!!!!!!!!

[@adamthompson6669]

Can’t wait for the car throttle Christmas album 💿 🎄 😁. Great work again team 💕

[@kieranallen9892]

Electronic handbrakes are the worst Too many parts and switches and motors that was somehow replacing some metal cable in a plastic tube that does EXACTLY the same job

[@r.helmet4855]

The electronic handbrake on the older Insignia really is the most stupid handbrake I’ve ever experienced. In comparison to the VWs or Mercedes I’ve driven it doesn’t turn on automatically - not even when the car gets parked...

[@davidcolson6567]

Similar incident happened to me with e handbrakes, with a hire car we had. Pulled the car onto the drive, went inside, came out to find the car not on my drive, but on my neighbors drive opposite.

[@rossmurtagh310]

Phil vs non-Phil!!, they need to race!

[@zipazzz]

BLUES AND TWOS TO THE LANE HOGGERS ALL THE WAY! Would do it myself if I had blues :D

[@malikomuchimba6876]

Keep em coming boys