Joe Achilles Confesses: ‘My Video Got Me Prosecuted – Here’s What Happened’

In this gripping podcast episode, automotive YouTuber @JoeAchilles1 opens up about the legal storm that followed a viral video of him driving an Audi R8. From courtroom battles to media frenzy, Joe reveals how a 42-second clip led to a 90-page prosecution dossier, £20k in legal fees, and a career-altering lesson. Dive into his journey from fashion industry burnout to YouTube stardom, his passion for German cars, and the challenges of balancing honesty with brand relationships.

Key Timestamps & Highlights:

00:00:00 – The Audi incident that sparked online backlash and prosecution.
00:02:10 – Joe’s intro to his YouTube channel, Drive Talk Podcast, and 11-year journey.
00:03:17 – Childhood roots of his car obsession (hint: a BMW-loving uncle in France!).
00:07:15 – Nightmare first BMW ownership: clutch failure and costly repairs.
00:20:06 – How YouTube comments became therapy during a personal crisis.
00:55:49 – Full breakdown of the Audi R8 video fallout: police investigations, courtroom drama, and tabloid headlines.
01:09:04 – Rebuilding trust with brands post-scandal and lessons for creato

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#joe_achilles #porsche_boxster #bmw_m3 #bmw_m2 #drive_talk #boxster_gts #london_to_madrid #new_porsche_macan

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