Episode 55

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24th Jul 2023

Preserving Automotive Heritage: Musee Espace Automobiles Matra

It's me, Mark Stone, from the Backseat Driver Podcast. Join me as I take you to the breathtaking Matra Museum, also known as Musee Espace Automobiles Matra, in Romorantin, France.

Discover the fascinating history of Matra, the French industrial conglomerate involved in automobiles, bicycles, and even weaponry. Matra's legacy is captivating, from racing cars to iconic people carriers. Listen to my interview with Bruno Lorgeoux, the museum director, as we delve into the remarkable V12 engines and legendary drivers associated with Matra.

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About the Podcast

Backseat Driver
Yorkshires favourite Lancastrian talks about motoring in all its forms
Based in the north-west of England, former competitive driver Mark Stone moved into radio and motoring journalism after his competitive driving career came to an end in the late 1980s. Over the years, Mark has written for many of the well-known motoring magazines and made numerous TV appearances across Europe and is still an enthusiastic driver. In the Backseat Driver Podcast, Mark interviews prominent people from all over the world of motoring.