308MPH YANGWANG U9X BEATS BUGATTI, 400HP FOR £22K AND GUILTY PLEASURE CARS | THE GASSING STATION

EV Channels Review

The Gassing Station podcast tackles a diverse range of automotive topics this week. The discussion kicks off with an appreciation for the Volvo XC90, praised for its elegant design and surprisingly comfortable ride, despite a slightly jarring infotainment screen integration. The conversation then shifts to the groundbreaking YangWang U9X, which has set a new production car speed record at 308 mph, surpassing the Bugatti Chiron. However, the segment highlights the extreme danger involved, particularly a terrifying moment where the test driver experienced significant instability at 293 mph. The hosts also delve into the challenging task of finding a practical yet exciting 'toy car' for £22,000, considering options like the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, Jaguar XKRS, Kia Stinger, BMW M6, and Dodge Challenger SRT8, ultimately leaning towards cars that offer significant performance and presence. Finally, the episode concludes with a segment on 'guilty pleasure cars,' where the hosts and listeners confess their affection for vehicles like the Vauxhall Calibra, Reliant Scimitar, and even the Volvo XC90, challenging the notion of what constitutes an acceptable automotive passion.