Episode 50

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28th Jun 2023

Jowett's Legacy: A Journey with Noel Stokoe Pt. 1

Join me on the Backseat Driver podcast as I delve into the captivating history of Jowett, the renowned Yorkshire car manufacturer, with special guest Noel Stokoe, the Jowett Car Club press officer. Discover their origins as a blacksmith shop, their innovative flat twin engines, and their clever marketing strategies. Explore the rich heritage of the Jowett Car Club, the world's oldest one-make car club, and get a sneak peek into their upcoming centenary celebrations. Uncover the adventurous side of Jowett as we delve into banquets in underground tunnels and a groundbreaking cross-Africa expedition. Don't miss this episode filled with Yorkshire spirit, remarkable stories, and the enduring legacy of Jowett's automotive craftsmanship.

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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.