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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Back on the airwaves this morning for the first time in 7 years. Felt great! Utter-Radio.co.uk Breakfast, every Monday 9-11am 📻

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Juanma is Creating Lightly 🎨🖌😬 @creatinglightly.art · 29/09/2026

Happy birthday to the only person who has officially reviewed my car so far 🔥 I hope you have a good one, buddy! I miss the podcast though! 😝 But for everyone else, gift him a follow on his DanielDrives YouTube channel if you yet don't! Have a great year @danielcars05.bsky.social 🙌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

4 years ago tonight, I slapped on the "L" plates and drove on the UK roads (legally…) for the first time 🤯 Where has the time gone?! Probably 100k + miles of adventures since then. The greatest freedom ever!

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

First ride on my new Trek MTB 🍊 20km covered, with a mixture of canal paths and country lanes. Good to be back on two wheels!

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I gave Eco Pro a bash on my M6 commute home today. EfficientDynamics diesels for the win! 76.5mpg 🤯 £1.90 per litre isn’t so fun though…

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

D5 DXA has returned after a brief hiatus 😎

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The collection video for my new car has gone live on Daniel Drives! Come along for the buying process, the journey home, and a summary of how it handled the miles. I’m really enjoying wagon life! 😎 youtu.be/CJ4J2WgVta0?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

It’s always good practice to service a new (used) car. I’ve treated my F31 to some golden, delicious Castrol Edge oil and a fresh Mann oil filter. Thankfully, the old filter didn’t look too mashed 😅

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Introducing… Brian the BMW F31 320d! 🤌 I’m super pleased to be back in a 3 Series, and excited to finally own a Touring model. They truly are the Swiss Army knives of the car world.

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Looking to buy a used Polestar 2? There are plenty of tempting deals to be had, but what is the ownership experience really like? I explain my honest opinion in the latest Daniel Drives YouTube video 😁 ⚡️ The GOOD and the BAD… 😮 (it’s mostly good!) youtu.be/p86tsri-N10?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Another one departs the stable! Yep, I’ve sold my Polestar 2 👋⚡️ First of all, it was an amazing car and I was incredibly lucky to own it. Having 408bhp and 660NM of torque at my disposal was far too tempting at times! (Thread)

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

My video from the Goodwood FOS has gone live! I take my first look at the Renault Twingo E-Tech, reveal my thoughts on the upcoming BMW M3, and dream big on the Cartier lawn. Enjoy! 🏁 👉 youtu.be/5MAJw-xYgXs?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

I’ve never really known which class the Polestar 2 sits in. Is it a hatchback, coupe, SUV (hope not), crossover? Very weird proportions, but looks great!

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Rob Adcock @robadcock.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

The #Renault Twingo looks just as good in real life as in the photos. #WeirdCarBS

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Who said small cars can’t do big things? 🙌 🐼

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Ben Jackson @benjacksontp.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

It's a long shot, but anyone in Kent or thereabouts able to assist with a throttle pedal for a 2007 Panda 100HP... tonight or early tomorrow???

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Is anybody in the Ashford/Kent area who can help Asa?! 😩

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

That’s another Goodwood Festival of Speed ticked off! Motorsport icons, future technology, and a field full of ‘Eggs (IYKYK) 😎 I will never tyre of the FOS chaos 🏁

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Ready for the Festival of Dust tomorrow. I can’t wait! 🥳 🚗

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

My current steed alongside the exact car that got me into cars; my Grandad’s 1986 Citroën 2CV. It’s recently had a top-end engine rebuild, alongside a plethora of other bits and bobs ❤️ 🇫🇷

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I’m very grateful to have been invited along to this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed with BYD. You can expect plenty of social media and YouTube coverage over the weekend 😎 This will be my 5th FOS. It’s probably my favourite day on the automotive calendar. Bring it on! 🙌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

You can fit anything in a Dacia Spring! You just need plenty of patience and a Stanley knife 😅

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

6 years of Daniel Drives on YouTube! 🙌 Thank you so much for your support. I’m really proud of some of the content produced, and it’s lead me to meet so many great people. I’ve got plenty of exciting films in the pipeline, so why not subscribe? 🙂 youtube.com/@danieldrive...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

How much does it cost to drive an EV 1600 miles using public chargers? Can you really rely on EU infrastructure? If these thoughts keep you awake at night, then watch my latest video linked below! 😁 👉 youtu.be/wJ01dgOE8Kw?...

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My Experience Taking An Electric Car Overseas | How Much Did It Cost?!

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

1 week, 1600 miles, 3 currywursts (must try harder), and a tonne of laughs along the way. What a privilege to road trip around Europe for what was the fourth time! 🙌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Home time today :( 450 miles ahead. These EVs are pretty decent at chewing through the miles 🤪 Great music and snacks at the ready. Feeling thankful for the past week 🇫🇷 🇧🇪 🇩🇪 🇱🇺

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Apologies for the lack of video content over the past couple of days, but we’re back! This time, exploring the beautiful city of Strasbourg and some of the interesting cars parked up. Enjoy ☀️ youtu.be/-y4DGo6a_Ag?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Here’s another road trip vlog for you all - filmed at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps. We said goodbye to Bruges in search for some automotive action, and it’s safe to say we found some! No vlog tomorrow, so take this one in! 😁 🇧🇪 🏁 youtu.be/kCQwbUrsfkA?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Spa-Francorchamps 🇧🇪 🏁 Very fond memories here, attending my first Formula 1 GP in 2024, and rounding off last year’s European adventure in my much-missed BMW E92. Next time for a lap? 😉

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Our 4th European Adventure begins here! This time, in my Polestar 2 Dual Motor. Is taking an EV as hard as people say? We board the ferry to Calais, and head into Bruges for an evening of exploration, food and beer. Enjoy! 🇧🇪 🎥 youtu.be/tRMVWdl-Xu0?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Paperwork printed out, ferries and accommodation booked. On Monday morning, we embark on European Adventure 4.0! 🥳 My first time abroad in an electric car, and I’m feeling quietly confident. We’ll see… There’s something incredibly exciting about a foreign roadtrip 🙏

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

"I always have a thing I say about Lexus... it's like the Japanese Mercedes." 🤓

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Project Panda is officially underway! 🔧 Special thanks to my Grandad for the A+ transportation. The little 100HP is now with @asathorp.bsky.social (the Panda guru) who is going to hopefully resolve the engine woes and get it running smoothly again 🙌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

The ultimate test for any car - the tip run test! Can’t say I’m entirely thrilled to have a load of rotten wood in the back, but still 😅

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

I had a lovely bank holiday weekend up in the Yorkshire Dales. My first bigger trip in the Polestar, my first couple of nights in my new tent, and I managed 2/3 of the Yorkshire Peaks 😅 I’m still achey now! A reminder that the UK can be a beautiful place ☀️

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Gave this a little spray down yesterday. It may still be broken, but at least it’s not covered in tree detritus! Shouldn’t be long until this sees the road again. I can’t wait 🐼

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

My first car with a fully panoramic roof, it even has a mini projector at the front which displays the Polestar logo on the glass. A neat touch! 👌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I’ve bought a tent. A nice weekend ahead in the Yorkshire Dales! Dog not included… 🐕

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Went for a good drive in my Polestar today. It feels pretty dynamic considering it weighs over 2 tonnes. Quite the machine! ⚡️ I’m taking it camping next weekend up in the Yorkshire Dales. Looking forward to it.

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

I’ve always been a G-Shock guy, but today my first @omologato.bsky.social arrived - a TIFOSI x British Racing Green (no. 008/100). Isn’t it absolutely stunning? It’s refreshing to see such strong attention to detail paired with a real dedication to excellent customer service 🙌

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Alessi Panda! 🍊 I love the Figaro-esque wheel trims.

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Petter the Polestar is stickered up! Just waiting for Royal Mail to get their shizzle together so I can assign my plates 😅

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The greatest era of ////FIAT? 🇮🇹 🤌 I’d love a 20v Coupe someday!

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

What are my Polestar 2 first impressions? Well… it’s very quick, well-equipped, and looks great. But why didn’t I buy a Tesla? Why didn’t I lease an R5? How am I affording it? All is discussed in my latest YouTube video! ⚡️ youtu.be/xERrbwIJKr8?...

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

NEW CAR! I can’t quite believe I’m writing this, but welcome to *my* Polestar 2 Dual Motor 🤩 A worthy replacement for my old BMW 325i, don’t you think? It’s a Pilot Plus with Nappa leather. Panoramic roof, Harmon Kardon sound system, Pixel headlights, the list goes on…

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

My life is electric at the moment 😅

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Sunny Salford - somewhere I’ll be spending a lot of my time from September 🎙️ 🎥

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Daniel Achterhuis @danielcars05.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Monday can’t come soon enough 🙌 Here’s another little hint… #NewCar

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