The LRM Podcast

Land Rover Spotting in the Discovery XXXV

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve are heading back to Newbury to pick up Steve's Defender 90 from AllMakes where it's had some repairs after blazing trails at Newbury Showground for the brand-new Big Land Rover Fest. The pair talk modern refinement vs. annoying technology, the styling of the current range and of course keep an eye out for any Green Oval gems along the way – and the roads do not disappoint! From all of us here at LRM, have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

We built an off-road course for LRM Fest! Plus – garaging your Land Rover for Winter?

In this episode, Martin and Steve recap on last week's important work – building the off-road course for LRM Fest! Martin's Series III picks up some "character", and Steve's 90 liked Newbury so much that it's still there. Elsewhere, the boys discuss galvanised chassis care, and debate whether Land Rovers should be used throughout winter or tucked away for the colder months – a subject that's sure to divide opinion! Feature of the Week and Product of the Week are back, and there's exciting news for L322 owners. As always we love to get your feedback and questions – email editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] and you could get your question answered on the podcast or star in the mag! Enjoy the episode.

Hits and misses of Gerry McGovern, vintage tools and more – live from Premier Inn

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve dive into the topic that's been on everyone's lips for the last couple of weeks – the departure of Gerry McGovern from JLR. The pair look at some of the big hits of his career with the brand, and wonder what shape the company would have been in without his influence on design. There's also some cracking Listeners' Questions and feedback from the hotel the boys are staying in ahead of Chris McCormack from Oak Ridge Engineering's 40th birthday. Happy Birthday Chris! As always we love to get your questions, feedback and ratings – please leave a little review on your preferred streaming platform, or send us anything you like (within reason) to editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] – enjoy the episode.

Fitter Mat on stealing alternators, black smoke, Instagram and your unpopular Land Rover opinions

In this episode, Martin and Steve are joined by Mat Allcroft – AKA Fitter Mat – to react to your unpopular Land Rover opinions. Is the Isuzu Trooper better than a Discovery 300Tdi? Do you need mud-terrains to do the NC500? Can Defenders actually be made good to drive? Is the Grenadier the Defender Land Rover should have made? Okay, we all know the answer to the last one, but there's lots of other unpopular opinions crammed into this episode of The LRM Podcast. The latest issue of Land Rover Monthly is on sale today! As well as Fitter Mat's guest column it's packed with other great, fresh Land Rover content – and you'll also get Land Rover Life, and a stunning 2026 calendar! Get yours today or hit the link and subscribe: https://www.landrovermonthly.co.uk/store/subscriptions/land-rover-monthly/ [https://www.landrovermonthly.co.uk/store/subscriptions/land-rover-monthly/]

Sniffing Land Rovers, Discovery 5 on test, PCP and the value of detailing

In this week's episode, Martin and Steve are back on the Salmon Sofa for a good old yarn about Land Rovers and what's gone on in their weeks. Steve is back from the NEC Classic Car Show (we're late to the party, we know) and has lots of auction results to talk about, including the world's most expensive Freelander. The pair give a preview on next year's events, including the British Restoration hall at the Malvern Autojumble event at Malvern in February, and wax lyrical about the huge boost a couple of hours cleaning can give to your Land Rover's cabin. Steve has had a Discovery 5 for the week, and has plenty to say about it – including playing a guessing game on how much each optional extra costs. As always we love to get your feedback and answer your questions – drop us an email on editorial@lrm.co.uk [editorial@lrm.co.uk] – enjoy the episode.