“Speed on its own isn't always so exciting. On a racing motorbike, I can do over 180 mph, which is fast, but not as fast as the airliners that we all climb aboard to fly off on holiday. Modern passenger jets can cruise at between 500 and 600 mph, but sitting in an aeroplane like that for hours on end isn't very exciting, is it?”

British former motorcycle racer, heavy vehicle mechanic and television presenter

Guy Martin is a British former motorcycle racer, heavy vehicle mechanic and television presenter. He retired from motorcycle racing in July 2017. He became known through road racing and later through television, where he has appeared as a presenter. His background in mechanics and racing shapes much of the public image around him, with work linked to machines, speed, and technical skill.