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Back Road Hero

We all have a back road hero. That one vehicle that tempts us away from the highway onto the back roads. As well as being a 'content creator', I'm a true petrol head, petrol nerd, occasional racing driver, and Airline Captain. After family, my life revolves around meeting like minded people and restoring, driving, buying and selling cars. Life's too short to drive something boring.

Back Road Hero
Time never actually speeds up… Yet somehow the years seem to. Why does childhood feel endless, while decades can disappear in what feels like the blink of an eye? In this film, I sit in my 1963 Volkswagen Beetle to explore one of life’s biggest questions: Can we slow life down? Along the way we’ll discover why routine makes time seem to vanish, why new experiences create lasting memories, what Einstein’s famous quote about relativity can teach us beyond physics, and why the greatest time machine might already be sitting in your driveway. This isn’t really a film about a classic car. It’s about making the years ahead feel richer, fuller, and more memorable than the years behind. If it makes you pause for a moment and look at life a little differently, then the journey was worth taking. If you enjoyed the film, I’d really appreciate a like, a comment, and a subscription. It helps more than you might think. #HowToSlowLifeDown #TimeMachine #LifeLessons #MeaningOfLife #VolkswagenBeetle #ClassicCars #BackRoadHero #Mindfulness #RoadTrip #Einstein #PersonalGrowth #Perspective #Documentary #VintageCars #LiveFully Social media links: Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/BackRoadHero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/back_road_hero/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backroadhero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Back_Road_Hero
After owning two Giulia Quadrifoglios over the years, I’ve experienced the highs, the lows and everything in between. In this video, I share the practical advice I wish someone had given me before I collected the keys. From common faults and maintenance costs to tyres, servicing, security and the best upgrades, this is a real-world ownership guide based on genuine experience rather than internet myths. Whether you’ve just bought a Quadrifoglio, you’re thinking of buying one, or you’ve owned yours for years, I hope these tips help you get the very best from one of the greatest performance saloons ever built. Heres the link to the full 35 video playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLve1KFO6iVwtgIOndFjarNoccIVbimMYA&si=-yU9AGra14wlhkPR In this video: 🍀 Buying the right car 🍀 Warranty advice 🍀 Fuel pump module issues 🍀 Active aero & front splitter repairs 🍀 Four-year service costs 🍀 Battery & electrical gremlins 🍀 MultiECUScan & SGW bypass 🍀 Exhaust valve controllers 🍀 Tyre recommendations 🍀 Security upgrades & theft prevention 🍀 My favourite ownership tips MultiECUScan dongle: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C4H4MV8G/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_Q0SDRF27NSVAXK10R4E2?linkCode=ml1&tag=backroadher08-21&linkId=4e8979807034f477cf733c6b762b60e4 Disklok: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0D4R3T27C/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_GRZJ6EZPERSDRJTW3R0F?linkCode=ml1&tag=backroadher08-21&linkId=a82c0a937b97f57e254eeb2f10a4ba90 Farady Pouch For Keys: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DYDRX4K1/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_CJW8D36DBNH55HJGKHBE?linkCode=ml1&tag=backroadher08-21&linkId=dfc3092ed11a21148bbbc86ccf34d62b The stealth electronic counter measures device is discussed here. It has saved many cars already from being stolen. https://www.alfaowner.com/threads/security-device-for-giulia-stelvio-front-cruise-control-system-unit-vulnerability.1210517/ #AlfaRomeo #GiuliaQuadrifoglio #Quadrifoglio #AlfaRomeoGiulia #alfa 00:00 Intro 01:40 Get a warranty 02:40 Don't Panic 04:19 Split Fronter! 06:40 The Big One! 07:42 If I Could Give Only One Piece Of Advice 08:40 Diagnostics 09:25 Security Gateway Bridge 10:18 Exhaust Valve Controller 11:02 Ditch the Pirellis 11:25 Getting It Stolen 12:34 ECM (Electronic Counter Measures) 12:50 Values 14:20 This Alfa Will Ruin You!
Just 24 hours to spend chasing the Tokyo car scene? Experience iconic Japanese car culture with a cruise through Tokyo. Via the Nissan engine museum, and NISMO factory, this drive captures the essence of Tokyo car culture. We navigate the famous C1 Loop and visit essential locations for any enthusiast, including the NISMO Omori Factory and the bustling Daikoku Parking Area. Whether you are planning your own trip or simply love JDM machinery. You will see how these specific roads and destinations define the local scene, from the high-speed highway sections to the iconic meet spots. #jdmcars #tokyo #nismo #daikoku #tokyodrive 00:00 When life gives you lemons! 02:00 Nissan Engine Museum 03:15 A PIT Autobacs Shinonome in Tokyo 03:36 The Recovery Plan, and driving tips. 04:30 NISMO Omori Factory 05:10 TOKYO Drift: Driving the Tokyo C1 Inner Loop 06:25 Daikoku Parking Area (PA) : Where THE action is! 07:20 Driving Impressions, Costs and final words of wisdom.
Join me for the ultimate race weekend as I head to the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours. From the road trip down to France, to camping at the circuit, walking the grounds, soaking up the atmosphere, and watching the world’s greatest endurance race unfold, this is everything that makes Le Mans so special. Cars, campsites, noise, history, late nights, early mornings, and that unmistakable feeling of being part of one of motorsport’s greatest events. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to go to the Le Mans 24h, this is my real-world look at the experience. Thanks for watching, Ed #LeMans24 #LeMans #24HoursOfLeMans #Motorsport #RoadTrip #Camping #AlfaRomeo #BackRoadHero #RaceWeekend #EnduranceRacing http://teamlangoustine.com Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 https://amzn.to/4vhwg3o French Crit Air Certificate (needed for cities as well as villages) https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/ 00:00 Intro 01:45 Preparation 02:30 Tickets from Team Langoustine 03:10 French Crit Air Certificate 03:40 Bring a Power Bank 04:40 Packing the BMW i8 05:20 Hospitality Day Pass 06:20 Bip & Go Autopay 07:32 Don't Forget Anything & Pack In Reverse 08:10 Tool Kit & Jack 09:28 Flexi Plus Is A MUST! 10:10 Toll Bridges are a Breeze 10:50 Arriving at the Camping Area 11:22 Don't Forget the Track Walk & Support Races 11:40 Comfy Shoes & Walking Miles 12:30 Arriving at Team Langoustine Hospitality 14:08 We MESSED UP! 15:15 Le Mans FM. Don't rely on data! 15:50 Comment Your Top Tips 17:28 It was all going so well, until.....! 19:00 Track Walk After The Race If I've helped you, or just want to say thanks, then please buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/backroadhero Website at: https://www.backroadhero.com Merchandise Website: https://backroadhero.myspreadshop.co.uk Social media links: Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/BackRoadHero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/back_road_hero/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backroadhero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Back_Road_Hero
One day off work. A packed BMW i8. 1,500 miles of European roads. And a mission to find a unicorn. In this episode of Back Road Hero, I take my BMW i8 on the ultimate long weekend road trip across Europe with my son Max. What started as a simple adventure quickly became something much bigger: Nürburgring pit stops, the Porsche Museum, the Mercedes-Benz Museum, unrestricted autobahns, Munich, BMW Welt, the BMW Museum, and finally the icing on the cake... an unforgettable stay at Motorworld. The final goal? To track down the extraordinary concept car that would eventually become the BMW i8, and to arrive there in the car it inspired. This is more than just a road trip. It’s proof that with a little planning and one extra day off, you can stop watching other people make memories and go make some of your own. If you’ve ever wondered what the BMW i8 is really like on a proper European adventure, this one’s for you. In this video: • BMW i8 road trip across Europe • Harwich to Hook of Holland ferry • Nürburgring visit • Porsche Museum Stuttgart • Mercedes-Benz Museum Stuttgart • BMW Welt Munich • BMW Museum Munich • Motorworld Munich hotel stay • Autobahn driving • Long weekend road trip inspiration If you enjoy road trips, interesting cars, and making the most of a normal weekend, subscribe to Back Road Hero for more. #BMWi8 #RoadTrip #BackRoadHero #BMW #Nurburgring #PorscheMuseum #MercedesMuseum #BMWMuseum #BMWWelt #Motorworld #Autobahn #EuropeanRoadTrip If I've helped you, or just want to say thanks, then please buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/backroadhero Website at: https://www.backroadhero.com Merchandise Website: https://backroadhero.myspreadshop.co.uk Social media links: Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/BackRoadHero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/back_road_hero/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backroadhero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Back_Road_Hero 00:00 Intro 03:00 Preparation 03:55 Keeping it Legal 05:00 Nürburgring 08:10 Porsche Museum Zuffenhausen 14:28 Mercedes Museum Stuttgart 18:00 Autobahn Run To Munich 18:40 BMW Museum Munich 23:35 Motorworld Munich
The L322 is finally back where it belongs: on the road. In this video, I tell the full story of what happened with my Range Rover L322, what went wrong, what needed fixing, what it cost, and what it actually feels like now it’s back in action. If you’ve ever wondered whether an L322 is still worth saving, what ownership is really like, or why these cars still have such a grip on enthusiasts, this is the full story. From suspension issues and mechanical setbacks to finally getting the car driving properly again, this is the honest tale of getting my Range Rover back on the road. If I've helped you, or just want to say thanks, then please buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/backroadhero Website at: https://www.backroadhero.com Merchandise Website: https://backroadhero.myspreadshop.co.uk Social media links: Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/BackRoadHero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/back_road_hero/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backroadhero YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Back_Road_Hero
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