Top Gear Presenters Car-to-Car Communication?

The Chad · August 4th, 2008, 02:50 AM

Alright, so we all watch Top Gear. In the races episodes, the boys use mobile phones in order to stay in touch with each other. In the cheap car challenges and other events like that, they seem to be using 2-way radios or CB style radios.

However, in the "Greatest Driving Road" episode 10x01, throughout the journey the guys seem to be talking to each other, and they are in constant communication. I don't see any noticeable radio equipment, and they don't seem to be pushing a button to talk.

Anyone know of what kind of equipment they are using? I'm looking to organize a bit of a motoring holiday (preliminary stages) and I would like to have a way for people to communicate with each other, without having to use mobile phones. Handsfree will be a requirement.

Thanks for the help.

Posmo · August 4th, 2008, 04:23 AM

Im not sure about the brands, but I've read somewhere that they use some sort of radio connection, and the mics/speakers are in a single unit that is attached to the headliner, in front of the rear-view mirror.

NooDle · August 4th, 2008, 08:36 AM

I read somewhere that due to people complaining about the 2 way radios (they have to use one hand to push the talk button so they're not 100% concentrated on driving) they now have a new, totally handsfree system where they dont have to push any button or take their hands off the wheel.

I dunno where the mic is, but I imagine they hid it away from the camera

Devonsdarling · August 4th, 2008, 09:38 AM

Do any of you ever remember a show called Tomorrow's World? The presenters were a mixed bunch and I wondered if ever it ever came back into being that one of the new presenters would be James, he's talented enough to front a show like this, comedic enough to have a fun element in the show and has enough enthusiasm to keep an audiance entertained.

smib · August 4th, 2008, 01:01 PM

What the shit are you talking about?

Dr_Q · August 4th, 2008, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Devonsdarling

Do any of you ever remember a show called Tomorrow's World? The presenters were a mixed bunch and I wondered if ever it ever came back into being that one of the new presenters would be James, he's talented enough to front a show like this, comedic enough to have a fun element in the show and has enough enthusiasm to keep an audiance entertained.

I remember! I actually used to enjoy that show quite a bit too although I'm not sure James May would be the perfect candidate for such a thing (doesn't seem like much of a technology nut).

Quiky · August 4th, 2008, 05:54 PM

That's easy stuff.. we used it for our Lemons racer.

Just get some Midland radios (have voice activation), and a earbud/headset.

http://www.midlandradio.com/comersus/store/catalog/GXT900VP4_lg.jpg

KaJuN · August 4th, 2008, 07:14 PM

^ That would be a good setup for the Land Rover club I'm in since it's a bit hard to use push to talk radios when navigating rough terrain. It's even harder for the guys with manual transmissions. What's the range on those things?

Quiky · August 4th, 2008, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by KaJuN

^ That would be a good setup for the Land Rover club I'm in since it's a bit hard to use push to talk radios when navigating rough terrain. It's even harder for the guys with manual transmissions. What's the range on those things?

Only 30 miles. images/smilies/tongue.gif

I have the slightly older waterproof model with 26 mile range-- Serj and I tested them out at Flat Rock. He was at subway waaaaaaay out in detroit, about 20 miles away and we could still talk with each other. I HIGHLY recommend Midland radios.

The Chad · August 4th, 2008, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Quiky

Only 30 miles. images/smilies/tongue.gif

I have the slightly older waterproof model with 26 mile range-- Serj and I tested them out at Flat Rock. He was at subway waaaaaaay out in detroit, about 20 miles away and we could still talk with each other. I HIGHLY recommend Midland radios.

I'll have to try these. Pretty expensive or are they good for the hobbiest?

Quiky · August 4th, 2008, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by The Chad

I'll have to try these. Pretty expensive or are they good for the hobbiest?

About $80 for the pair+batteries+charger+headsets.
http://www.amazon.com/Midland-GXT900.../dp/B0015AAU86

KaJuN · August 4th, 2008, 08:07 PM

Wow nice range! Even with lots of trees and stuff around it seems like they would still work brilliantly.

Crazyjeeper · August 4th, 2008, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by KaJuN

^ That would be a good setup for the Land Rover club I'm in since it's a bit hard to use push to talk radios when navigating rough terrain. It's even harder for the guys with manual transmissions. What's the range on those things?

Pah, Us Jeep drivers with manual gearboxes manage just fine with PTT radios even on extremely rough terrain images/smilies/tongue.gif

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The Chad Joined: Feb 22nd, 2005 Last Online: 12:37 AM Location: Northwest Ohio Age: 25 Posts: 465 Rep Power: 21	Top Gear Presenters Car-to-Car Communication? Alright, so we all watch Top Gear. In the races episodes, the boys use mobile phones in order to stay in touch with each other. In the cheap car challenges and other events like that, they seem to be using 2-way radios or CB style radios. However, in the "Greatest Driving Road" episode 10x01, throughout the journey the guys seem to be talking to each other, and they are in constant communication. I don't see any noticeable radio equipment, and they don't seem to be pushing a button to talk. Anyone know of what kind of equipment they are using? I'm looking to organize a bit of a motoring holiday (preliminary stages) and I would like to have a way for people to communicate with each other, without having to use mobile phones. Handsfree will be a requirement. Thanks for the help. __________________ "- ... But don't dawdle. Get the car into top gear as quickly as is reasonable. Fifth gear, remember, is no good at all." -- Jeremy Clarkson

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Quiky You know you want me.. Joined: Aug 21st, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 2,262 LFS Status: Rep Power: 166	That's easy stuff.. we used it for our Lemons racer. Just get some Midland radios (have voice activation), and a earbud/headset. __________________ + Rep me, and fight the lazy Viper007Bond!

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KaJuN Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: November 17th, 2008 Location: USAF Basic Training Age: 22 Posts: 4,628 Car: Land Rover Discovery, 1980 Yamaha XJ650 Rep Power: 91	^ That would be a good setup for the Land Rover club I'm in since it's a bit hard to use push to talk radios when navigating rough terrain. It's even harder for the guys with manual transmissions. What's the range on those things? __________________ D-Fence: Kajun is just outside caressing his Discovery....touching it gently, you know......it is such a dirty bitch.....but he seems to love dirty girls in high heels who are taller then him and have "quite a few pounds" on their hips ^^ Yes we can! Join my fan club. You know you want a piece of this action!

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NooDle Joined: Jul 20th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Belgium Age: 27 Posts: 2,628 Car: 2004 Opel Astra 2.2DTI Rep Power: 37	I read somewhere that due to people complaining about the 2 way radios (they have to use one hand to push the talk button so they're not 100% concentrated on driving) they now have a new, totally handsfree system where they dont have to push any button or take their hands off the wheel. I dunno where the mic is, but I imagine they hid it away from the camera

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Devonsdarling Not A Dude Joined: Jul 29th, 2008 Last Online: October 1st, 2008 Posts: 27 Rep Power: 0	Do any of you ever remember a show called Tomorrow's World? The presenters were a mixed bunch and I wondered if ever it ever came back into being that one of the new presenters would be James, he's talented enough to front a show like this, comedic enough to have a fun element in the show and has enough enthusiasm to keep an audiance entertained.

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KaJuN Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: November 17th, 2008 Location: USAF Basic Training Age: 22 Posts: 4,628 Car: Land Rover Discovery, 1980 Yamaha XJ650 Rep Power: 91	Wow nice range! Even with lots of trees and stuff around it seems like they would still work brilliantly. __________________ D-Fence: Kajun is just outside caressing his Discovery....touching it gently, you know......it is such a dirty bitch.....but he seems to love dirty girls in high heels who are taller then him and have "quite a few pounds" on their hips ^^ Yes we can! Join my fan club. You know you want a piece of this action!

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