Meet the Speakers

We're delighted to present a packed schedule of expert talks and panels in our Live Show Paddock, featuring journalists, engineers, presenters, restorers, and historians sharing their knowledge and stories throughout the day.

Full stage Schedule

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    Jon Bentley

    Jon was Producer and Executive Producer of BBC’s Top Gear until 1999 and in 2002, he launched Fifth Gear for Channel Five, before joining The Gadget Show as a presenter for 43 series.

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    Chris Dawes

    Chris is a passionate motorsport commentator and presenter, known as “the voice of Castle Combe Circuit”. With high-energy and humour, he brings events to life across the UK, covering everything from British GT to the 24 Hour Series and American Speedfest.

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    Danny Hopkins – Practical Classics

    Danny is an award-winning writer and editor who has led Practical Classics magazine for over 15 years. He now regularly presents at classic car events and appears on screen fronting classic car telly.

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    Ralph Hosier

    Ralph is an experienced automotive engineer with a background in OEMs, motorsport and bespoke builds. He runs Ralph Hosier Engineering for classic restoration, and Motor Skills Training Ltd., teaching practical skills. He shares decades of hands-on experience to support the classic car community.

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    Jack Pegoraro

    Jack started the Number27 YouTube channel 11 years ago, specialising in restoring classics and reviews of eclectic cars from the 70s, 80s and 90s. The channel now has 200K subscribers and 1.5 million views per month.

  6. Ian Seabrook

    Ian Seabrook

    Ian hosts the HubNut YouTube channel, celebrating all forms of motoring with a focus on affordable car ownership. A former motoring journalist, he began filming in 2013. HubNut now has over 126,000 subscribers and a global following.

  7. Iain Tyrrell

    Iain Tyrrell

    Iain is a leading classic car expert, restorer, historian and technical authority. His YouTube channel, Tyrrell’s Classic Workshop, has a global following for its insightful content, showcasing rare classics, restoration craftsmanship and the stories behind iconic vehicles.