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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 4h

Smith and Sniff live shows are back! Next month we'll be at Great Northern Classics in Derby, basically near Nottingham. Come on down to see whatever it is we do, but in person. www.eventbrite.com/e/otlot-at-g...

OTLOT at Great Northern Classics

Be part of the audience for a live recording of Smith and Sniff.

www.eventbrite.com

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 2d

Works at all altitudes, guaranteed.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 2d

Also, since it's been almost 24 hours since I last mentioned it, please buy my new book. amzn.eu/d/fYuonGN

Petrolhead eBook : Porter, Richard: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 2d

Today's episode of Smith and Sniff is a break from the norm because we recorded it on an aeroplane. It was a very quiet flight, in case you were worried that Jonny and I were just talking across some poor sod in the middle seat.
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Coming to you from 35,000 feet

Podcast Episode · Smith and Sniff · 13/10/2025 · 1h 3m

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 3d

Get your copy here. amzn.eu/d/dwrgn1A

Petrolhead: Amazon.co.uk: Porter, Richard: 9798267268929: Books

Buy Petrolhead by Porter, Richard (ISBN: 9798267268929) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 3d

Whoop, and also whoop.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 3d

Does anyone remember a spy photo from years ago showing a massively shortened Audi A8 on test somewhere near Lotus HQ in Norfolk? I'm sure I didn't imagine it, but can't find any evidence of it online.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 4d

Tapping the I’VE GOT A NEW BOOK OUT sign again.

Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 5d

This any many other pieces of insightful car journalism can be found in my new book. It's a compilation of some of my evo columns from the last 22 years, it's called Petrolhead, and it's out now.
amzn.eu/d/eqwAVQj

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 5d

Strangely untroubled by any awards, this one.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 5d

This any many other pieces of insightful car journalism can be found in my new book. It's a compilation of some of my evo columns from the last 22 years, it's called Petrolhead, and it's out now.
amzn.eu/d/eqwAVQj

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

It certainly does

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

New book day! It’s a collection of some of my evo columns from 2003 to date (plus a couple of longer features) and it’s OUT NOW. amzn.to/4h3tTf4

Petrolhead

Buy Petrolhead by Porter, Richard (ISBN: 9798267268929) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

Also, this manual Ferrari. www.pistonheads.com/buy/auction/...

2001 Ferrari 360 Spider Manual for sale by auction

Check out this 2001 Ferrari 360 Spider Manual auction on PistonHeads. Stop dreaming and start driving.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

We also talk about PistonHeads auctions, and in particular, this excellent Renaultsport Clio Trophy. www.pistonheads.com/buy/auction/...

2006 Renaultsport Clio Trophy - The Last One Made for sale by auction

Check out this 2006 Renaultsport Clio Trophy - The Last One Made auction on PistonHeads. Stop dreaming and start driving.

www.pistonheads.com

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

On Monday I forgot to mention the new Smith and Sniff because Jonny and I were on a secret* trip that will be explained in a couple of weeks. Anyway, there's a new Smith and Sniff in which I give a progress update on my Metro Turbo.
* Not that secret podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

K Pop Dodge Demon Hunters

Podcast Episode · Smith and Sniff · 06/10/2025 · 1h 3m

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 7d

Just in time for the end of summer, our Smith and Sniff IT'LL DO THIS ALL DAY mug and sticker design is finally available on a T-shirt. Get yours here, you steam-powered wrong un. smithandsniff.com/products/itl...

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 7d

(The book is out tomorrow, by the way. I'll probably mention this again then.)

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 7d

If you like your Singapore GP analysis and US GP predictions spoilt by me shamelessly plugging my new book with an anecdote about Jarno Trulli, listen to or watch the latest episode of Midweek F1, out now. youtu.be/qeJyz9GEWQU?...

The Singapore Grand Prix. Too Hot To Handle!

YouTube video by Midweek F1

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 11d

My first guess was 20 years out. MURICUH!

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 12d

Oh, and you can pre-order the e-book version now. Or wait for the paperback next week. amzn.eu/d/1pwYmRE

Petrolhead eBook : Porter, Richard: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

amzn.eu

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 12d

Due a terrible admin error, I have had a monthly column in evo for 22 years and no one has remembered to stop me. So, to celebrate this mistake, I've compiled a load of them into a new book. It's called Petrolhead and it's out on Thursday 9 October.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 12d

I suddenly realised all of my brain power is taken up trying to stay in at least approximately the same key as the tune which leaves no room to do other pop star stuff like being interesting to watch.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 12d

If you remember this song from waaaaay back on GJOS, you might notice the 2025 live version has some new lyrics too. Woo hoo.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 12d

Man nervously singing live vocal on old synth pop track about falling in love with a woman who looks like a French racing driver? Get it here…

Gareth Jones (Gaz Top) @garethjonestv.bsky.social · 13d

Losing your mobile phone, Slade B-sides, and girls that look like racing drivers.

BRAND NEW
Gareth Jones On Speed ep528 with Zog
& music from @sniffpetrol.com
OUT NOW

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 16d

Sadly, no. Though knowing how organised we are, I wouldn't be surprised if that footage was found when we least expected it.

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