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Brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club of UK and Ireland.
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Alfa Romeo of Tyson
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Podcast by Ian Bennett focused on Alfa Romeo
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In Episode 103 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with professional racing driver – and instructor – Steve Deeks to talk about his passion for Alfa Romeo. They talked for so long, we’ve turned it into two epsiodes - in Part 1 they talked Steve’s early racing career and his l…
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In this special bonus episode of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with Club Chairman John Griffiths and Club Manager Nick Wright - and a live audience - in the Podcast Lounge at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at the NEC to talk about the show, the Club, the yea…
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In Episode 101 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - sits down with Club Chairman John Griffiths and Club Manager Guy Swarbrick to look ahead to the upcoming Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at the NEC. What's going to be on the AROC stand? What else is there to look at? What's a podcast lounge?…
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In the fifth episode of No Such Thing as a Brera Quadrifoglio - and the 100th episode of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Guy Swarbrick, Kirsty Hodson, Nick Wright and John Griffiths gathered around the microphones with our four favourite facts from the world of Alfa Romeo patents... As promised in the …
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In episode 99 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club. Editor Guy Swarbrick is joined by two friends of the podcast – magazine regular and Alfa Workshop owner Jamie Porter and sim-to-real-life-racer Colin Cunniffe - to share their experiences on becoming a racing driver.…
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In Hello Episode 98 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast – brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits round the virtual round table episode with the usual suspects – Club Chairman John Griffiths, Management Team members Kirsty Hodson and David Faithful and Club Manager Nick Wright – to talk about all - OK, most - of the th…
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For the last two months we’ve been promising you an interview with Jamie Porter about becoming a racing driver. Last month he was bumped in favour of Alfa Romeo Managing Director Jules Tilstone. This month… well, this month we’re unable to bring the interview to you for technical reasons. Honestly, we lost it. We looked for it – for days – but it’s…
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In Episode 96 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owner’s Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with Jules Tilstone - managing director of Alfa Romeo UK - to talk about his background, his plans for the UK retail network and the new Alfa Romeo Junior. If you were expecting Jamie Porter, talking about becoming a racin…
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In Episode 95 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owner’s Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick and Management Team Member David Faithful and I witter on for the best part of an hour about the state of the UK charging network, domestic electricity prices, the economics of operating a motorway service station, whether or not dr…
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In Episode 93 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owner’s Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick was joined by the Club’s longest serving member Ron Smith. No longer based in the UK – and, as we’ll see, he wasn’t when he joined, either - but still an active and enthusiastic member, as he has been for most of the Club's 60 year …
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REASONS FOR DISCONTINUATION Larry Dominique, the Head of Alfa Romeo and Fiat North America, explains the reasoning behind the discontinuation: “we continue our metamorphosis to an electrified future, but this is not the end of the story,” he remarks. “I look forward to presenting the next chapter in the four-leaf clover’s journey.” This statement u…
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UNDERSTANDING ALFA ROMEO MAINTENANCE COSTS Alfa Romeo’s premium status plays a role in maintenance costs. While parts might be pricier, they’re crafted with precision and quality. From routine items like oil filters to spark plugs, you’re investing in top-notch components that contribute to your car’s performance.…
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If you didn’t know, the Alfa Romeo Tonale and Dodge Hornet share the same DNA, as they both feature the same powertrain, and body components. But that doesn’t mean both vehicles are the same. In fact, both vehicles are geared towards two very different types of drivers. The Tonale is for the driver who prefers elegant Italian design, performance, a…
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ECO-FRIENDLY DRIVING DYNAMICS The Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-in Hybrid Q4 has been named the 2024 Green SUV of the Year by Green Car Journal, a prominent publication specializing in cars and their relationship with energy and the environment. This recognition highlights the Tonale’s exceptional eco-friendly design and cutting-edge performance, establis…
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In Episode 92 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with arguably the Club’s most enthustiastic Model Registrar Nathan Mahoney, to talk about his cars and the work he's doing with the GT Register - and, in particular, the growing collaboration with other Model Registers.…
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Episode 91 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast – brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club is a little different to our usual format Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with Club management team member and MiTo nerd David Faithful for a half hour chat about the new STLA Large platform that will underpin the replacements for the Giulia and Stelvio – and b…
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Episode 90 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast – brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - is a little different to our usual format. Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with Club management team member and MiTo nerd David Faithful for a half hour chat about the new STLA Large platform that will underpin the replacements for the Giulia and Stelvio – an…
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Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with Club Chairman John Griffiths, Club Manager Nick Wright and Management Team member David Faithful to discuss some of the exciting events in store for the Club's 60th Anniversary in 2024 - those already confirmed and some still in the planning stages.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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For those who missed our first livestream, here's a recording of Editor Guy Swarbrick and Club Chairman John Griffiths as they shamelessly filled dead time with speculation waiting for Alfa Romeo to announce the name of the new, small Sport Urban Vehicle, codenamed Kid... The internet knew it was going to be called Brennero - we weren't so sure... …
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In Episode 87 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AROC management team member David Faithful to talk about some of the improvements to the Club's online experience behind the scenes - and some of the cool new member benefits that technology will enable. Some early examp…
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2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the famous Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio emblem and we're celebrating with our 4th episode of No Such Thing as a Brera Quadrifoglio. In this episode of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick is joined by Club Chairman John Griffiths, Club Manager Nick Wright …
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2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Pros & Cons The All-New, Plug-in Hybrid Alfa Romeo Tonale has finally arrived here at Safford Alfa Romeo of Tysons Corner, Virginia. Offering 320 miles of max range, 285 horsepower, and a 6-second zero to sixty, the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale blends traditional Italian sportiness and SUV practicality in one, crossover PHEV packag…
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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Competizione: Enhanced Luxury & Driving Dynamics The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is in stock here at Alfa Romeo of Tysons, VA, with a starting MSRP of $45,375 The new Stelvio Competizione trim is placed right above the Veloce and under the Quadrifoglio. Adding more luxury and upgrades, the Competizione provides a perfect blend of tur…
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Alfa Romeo Driver Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with Club Chairman John Griffiths, Manager Nick Wright and Section Development Supremo Jonathan Griffin to discuss National Alfa Day, a busy Summer of events, Midlands Italian Car Day, the Classic Motor Show and the forthcoming Section Secretaries and Registrars meeting.…
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In Episode 84 of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Guy Swarbrick talks to Club member, GTAm owner and friend of the podcast Alan Greenhalgh - and the Club’s Giulia registrar Andrew Celi – about their recent trip to Le Mans as part of Alfa Romeo's second European-wide Tribe Days event.…
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2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale vs 2024 Audi Q3: Concluding Thoughts Intrigued or want to learn more? Great! We have plenty of 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale in stock here at our Alfa Romeo of Tysons Corner, Virginia location! Come in and schedule a test drive today, Don’t forget to check out our Alfa Romeo Monthly Deals and Alfa Romeo of Tysons Corner, Virginia Fa…
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In this Episode, Alfa Romeo Driver Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AROC Chairman John Griffiths, Club Manager Nick Wright and Alfa Female's Allie Taylor to talk about the upcoming National Alfa Day. There are lots of new things going on - as well as lots of the things you've all grown to love at Bicster Heritage.…
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2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia: Changes, Specs, and Features We have plenty of New Alfa Romeo Giulia in stock at our Safford Alfa Romeo of Tysons Corner, Virginia location! Come in and take a test drive today! Also, make sure to take advantage of our Monthly Alfa Romeo Deals, and visit our Alfa Romeo Facebook page for the latest news and offers for our Saf…
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Alfa Romeo Driver Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AROC Racing Leagues commentator and Sim Racing columnist Reeve Taylor, Club Manager Nick Wright and MiTo Registrar David Faithful to discuss 15 years of the MiTo, its importance to the Club, the recent 15th Anniversary track day, their current cars and their dream MiTos.…
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All-New Alfa Romeo Tonale in Stock! The All-New, Plug-in Hybrid Alfa Romeo Tonale has finally arrived here at Safford Alfa Romeo of Tysons Corner, Virginia. Featuring 320 miles of overall range, 285 horsepower, and a 6-second 0-60 time, the 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale blends traditional Italian sportiness and SUV practicality in one, crossover format. T…
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In Episode 81 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast – brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Editor Guy Swarbrick drives the Tonale Q4 – the 280 horsepower, four-wheel drive, plug-in hybrid version of Alfa’s C segment SUV – along with some of its potential rivals at the SMMT test day at Millbrook. The video of a lap (or two) of Millbrook in the T…
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The week's episode sees Chiara Shearn talking to AROC Ragazzi Chairman Sam Butler and Ragazzi and Hereford & Worcester Section Secretary Sophie King about their Alfa history, the formation of the AROC Ragazzi Section and their plans for the future of the group.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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The Sports Sedan Showdown: 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs 2023 Audi A4 Both praised for their premium quality and high performance, the 2023 Romeo Giulia and 2023 Audi A4 are often compared by car buyers and enthusiasts, and it's hard not to see why. Both are sedans, European, and in the same price range, offering a unique and exhilarating experience on…
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In this Episode of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with Club Chairman John Griffiths, board member Kirsty Hodson, Club Manager Nick Wright and cinqueportephobic David Faithful to talk about a record-breaking Spring Alfa Day, rapid unscheduled carton disassembly events and…
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Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio Celebrates 100 Years Alfa Romeo's performance brand, Quadrifoglio is celebrating its 100th anniversary by releasing special edition models of their current lineup. First used as a token of luck for the 1923 Targa Florio race, the Quadrifoglio not only symbolizes Alfa Romeo's rich racing history but also their first victory i…
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New Tonale, New Direction As we all know, the world is slowly ditching combustion engines for electrified power. To keep up with the times, Alfa Romeo is releasing their first-ever hybrid-powered SUV. All new for 2024, the Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV is set to hit dealerships later this year. With bold and distinctive styling, a robust hybrid engine, an…
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In Episode 78 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Editor Guy Swarbrick discusses the upcoming Alfa Romeo Championship season – and looks back at last year – with Championship Coordinator and friend of the Podcast Andy Robinson.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia EV: What We Know So Far https://www.alfaromeousaofvienna.com/2025-alfa-romeo-giulia-ev-what-we-know-so-far/alfaromeousaofvienna
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For Episode 77 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with Jack and Rosie Hodson for the first of our new series of profiles of AROC families.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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Car Review: 2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs 2023 Genesis G70 https://www.alfaromeousaofvienna.com/car-review-2023-alfa-romeo-giulia-vs-2023-genesis-g70/alfaromeousaofvienna
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5 Great April Fool’s Pranks for the Family and Office https://www.alfaromeousaofvienna.com/5-great-april-fools-pranks-for-the-family-and-office/alfaromeousaofvienna
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Alfa Romeo Plans to make Electric Sedan and SUV https://www.alfaromeousaofvienna.com/alfa-romeo-planning-to-make-electric-sedan-and-suv-by-late-2020s/alfaromeousaofvienna
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In Episode 76 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast, brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Kirsty Hodson sat down to celebrate International Women’s Day with the new Managing Director of Alfa Romeo UK – Julie David. They talked about her life, career and plans for the future of the marque.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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From four undisclosed locations around the UK, Editor Guy Swarbrick sat down with Kirsty Hodson, John Griffiths and Nick Wright to discuss their four favourite facts from the world of Alfa Romeo, in the third episode of No Such Thing as a Brera Quadrifoglio - celebrating the 75th episode of the Alfa Romeo Driver podcast, brought to you by the Alfa …
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In Episode 74 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with the Club’s 159 Registrar Jim Rastall and talks about his car history and his plans for the Register. To celebrate our 75th episode, we’re recording the third edition of No Such Thing as a Brera Quadrifoglio. If you hav…
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In this Episode Guy Swarbrick sat down with AROC virtual racer and ARCA 4C racer Mike Hilton and Andrew Bergbaum, his partner in a project to bring a very special racing Alfa back to the track. In its heyday, it was an Autodelta car running in Jolly Club livery, taking fourth in the 1966 Monza Four Hours in the hands of Alfa legend Rob Slotemaker. …
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Editor Guy Swarbrick is joined by Club Chairman John Griffiths, Club Manager Nick Wright, MiTo Registrar David Faithful and Thames Valley Section Secretary Kirsty Hodson to talk about our highlights from 2022 and the things we’re looking forward to in 2023.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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In Episode 71 of the Alfa Romeo Driver Podcast - brought to you by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club - Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AROC Modified Register coordinator Alen Thomas to answer all of life's important questions: What is a modified car? What's the Register for? When does a sticker become a wrap? Who's Jacky? What would Alen do to a Giuli…
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Alfa Romeo Driver Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AutoItalia road and track test driver Roberto Gordanelli to talk about his life and career, the Alfa Romeos he's owned and driven, the future of the automobile and motorsport - and his new book Confessions of a Test Driver.Guy Swarbrick, Editor - Alfa Romeo Driver
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Alfa Romeo Driver Editor Guy Swarbrick sits down with AROC management team member David Faithful to talk about the Club's new website, which launched this week. Behind the clean, modern feel is a completely new website, built with an emphasis on making it easier for Club officials and members to share content. David talks through the features avail…
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