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Simon and Russ

Low Range

A Automotive and Leisure podcast

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Join Simon and Russ as they chat all things Land Rover (and plenty more besides). With a strong background in working on these iconic vehicles, they break down technical issues, share stories from the workshop, and talk through the latest news in the automotive world. Throw in listener questions and a few laughs along the way, and you've got a podcast for anyone who enjoys cars—especially if it leaks oil.

Newest episodes

Low Range Episode 7: Latest Land Rover Rumours, Workshop Tales & JLR Updates

1 hr 11 min

Simon & Russ are back for Low Range Episode 7 with another relaxed, no-filter chat about all things Land Rover.In this episode they cover the latest news and rumours from JLR, workshop stories, real-world ownership issues, and whatever else has been keeping them busy this month — complete with the usual banter, predictions, and hard-earned insight from the independent specialist side of the business.Plenty of Land Rover talk, a few laughs, and the kind of straight-talking discussion you only get from people who actually work on these vehicles every day.

Low Range Episode 6: Discovery 6 Rumours, Baby Defender EV, JLR Job Cuts & Freelander 818bhp

1 hr 6 min

Simon & Russ are back for Low Range Episode 6 with a packed Land Rover news round-up.In this episode they cover: Fresh rumours of a full-size Discovery 6 and what it needs to do to stand apart from the Defender The incoming “Baby Defender” EV Defender Wolf chatter JLR’s announcement of 4,000 job cuts The wild Freelander 8 with a claimed 818 bhp Workshop headaches, parts drama and the latest JLR recalls A quick shout-out to the hard-working parts guys at Oxford Plenty of predictions, banter and real-world Land Rover insight from the usual suspects.

Low Range Episode 5

54 min

Lots of Land Rover chat including the new Range Rover GT, Defender Wolf trademark, workshop chat and much more.

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All episodes

Low Range Episode 7: Latest Land Rover Rumours, Workshop Tales & JLR Updates

1 hr 11 min

Simon & Russ are back for Low Range Episode 7 with another relaxed, no-filter chat about all things Land Rover.In this episode they cover the latest news and rumours from JLR, workshop stories, real-world ownership issues, and whatever else has been keeping them busy this month — complete with the usual banter, predictions, and hard-earned insight from the independent specialist side of the business.Plenty of Land Rover talk, a few laughs, and the kind of straight-talking discussion you only get from people who actually work on these vehicles every day.

Low Range Episode 6: Discovery 6 Rumours, Baby Defender EV, JLR Job Cuts & Freelander 818bhp

1 hr 6 min

Simon & Russ are back for Low Range Episode 6 with a packed Land Rover news round-up.In this episode they cover: Fresh rumours of a full-size Discovery 6 and what it needs to do to stand apart from the Defender The incoming “Baby Defender” EV Defender Wolf chatter JLR’s announcement of 4,000 job cuts The wild Freelander 8 with a claimed 818 bhp Workshop headaches, parts drama and the latest JLR recalls A quick shout-out to the hard-working parts guys at Oxford Plenty of predictions, banter and real-world Land Rover insight from the usual suspects.

Low Range Episode 5

54 min

Lots of Land Rover chat including the new Range Rover GT, Defender Wolf trademark, workshop chat and much more.

Low Range Episode 4: Range Rover P400E Hybrid, France Holiday, Defender Sightings & L405 Project Car

58 min

Low Range Episode 4 is here! 🎙️In this episode, we catch up after a slight delay (holiday vibes got the better of us). Simon joins via hologram magic, and we dive deep into our latest Range Rover adventures.Topics covered:• France road trip stories – spotting multiple new Defenders at a high-end client event by the pool• Buying a nearly new Range Rover Autobiography P400E Plug-in Hybrid – first impressions, battery life, smoothness, and real-world fuel savings• Reviving the L405 project car for a 2000-mile round trip to France – what could go wrong? (Spoiler: it was brilliant)• Comparing the P400E hybrid vs supercharged V8s and classic Range Rovers• Upcoming UK EV road charging tax concerns and how hybrids fit inIf you love Land Rovers, Range Rovers, Defenders, or just great car chat between mates, this one's for you!Please drop your stories/questions/comments/topic suggestions in the comments! 👇

Low Range Episode 2 - Land Rover Chat + Tales from holidays + Trophy Challenge !

52 min

In this video Simon and Russ have a catch up after we have both been on holiday - we discuss self driving cars that Simon experienced in San Francisco and Russ tell us a tale of nearly getting stuck off road in South Africa ! Simon also discusses his latest challenge - the Trophy Challenge selection heats in June in Spain !

Baby Defender, DC to DC converters, Ingenium Woes

1 hr 7 min

Join Russ and Simon for the launch of the Low Range Podcast, where we dive deep into everything Land Rover! In this debut episode, we discuss the latest Land Rover news and industry insights: the Solihull plant shutdown caused by a supplier fire in Norway, Land Rover’s impressive Dakar Rally win with the Octa in the stock category, rumors of a Freelander return through a partnership with Chery, and Gerry McGovern’s departure to start his own design agency. We also explore the possibility of a “Baby Defender” electric model currently in testing. On the technical side, we cover common issues including DC-DC converter failures in mild hybrids, Ingenium engine problems (timing chain stretching, DPF/AdBlue sensor faults), frustrations with start-stop systems, software updates, and InControl. Russ shares expert insights from his work at Gloucester Land Rover, including practical advice on repairs, sustainability, and how the brand can improve customer support and accessibility. Whether you own a Defender, Range Rover, or just love the brand, this episode is packed with honest discussion, real-world experience, and plenty of Land Rover passion.

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