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Driven by Story. Inspired by Heritage. Powered by Passion.

Fuel the Passion was born from one simple idea: to share the excitement, history, and emotion behind the cars we love, especially those wearing the Aston Martin wings. I’m Dan Thorpe, the creator behind the Fuel the Passion YouTube channel and website, and the proud owner of a 2019 Aston Martin Vantage in Ceramic Grey, better known across my content as the FTP Vantage, registration D7 FTP. This car isn’t just transport; it’s the heartbeat of the brand. It’s the hero asset in my videos, photos, thumbnails, designs, and the many adventures and stories that unfold along the way.

What started as a personal journey has evolved into a community-driven space celebrating Aston Martin heritage, car culture, and the experiences that come with being part of the automotive world.

Fuel the Passion is an independent Aston Martin storytelling platform founded by Dan Thorpe. Through long-form YouTube films, written feature articles, and weekly reports, Fuel the Passion documents Aston Martin ownership, heritage, events, and the people behind the cars, combining real-world experience with narrative-driven storytelling.

Full brand name: Fuel the Passion

  1. Short name: FTP

  2. Founder: Dan Thorpe

  3. Focus: Aston Martin heritage, ownership, events, community

  4. Formats: YouTube, website, featured articles, maintenance and service costs, weekly reports

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Why I Created Fuel the Passion

I founded Fuel the Passion to tell meaningful automotive stories, the kind that go beyond horsepower figures and spec sheets. I wanted to showcase the memories made on the road, the people you meet, the history you uncover, and the incredible places these cars take you.

As an active member of the Aston Martin Owners Club (AMOC), I’m fortunate to experience events, tours, and heritage moments that many enthusiasts never get to see up close. My goal is to bring viewers and readers along with me: behind the scenes at major gatherings, inside important historic locations, and into the passenger seat for those unforgettable drives.

To me, being part of the Aston Martin community isn’t just about owning a car, it’s about belonging to a story that stretches back more than a century. Fuel the Passion is my way of capturing that story and sharing it with the world.

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What My Content Covers & Will Cover In the Future

Although Aston Martin is the heart of the channel, my content branches far wider across the world of automotive passion. On the website and YouTube channel, you’ll find:

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Aston Martin Heritage & History

Deep dives into landmark models, museum visits, restoration stories, and interviews with historians and experts.

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AMOC Events & Adventures

Coverage from major club gatherings such as the AMOC 90th Anniversary Concours in Austria, Vantage Anniversary events, track days, tours, and exclusive member experiences.

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Ownership Stories With the FTP Vantage

Road trips, photography locations, upgrades, real-world driving impressions, and the day-to-day experience of living with a modern Aston Martin.

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Other Iconic Marques & British Icons

While Aston Martin is centre stage, I also feature:

  • Ferrari, Bentley, Jaguar, and other marques I encounter at events

  • Classic car shows, supercar meets, motorsport occasions

  • Aviation crossovers including RAF aircraft, the Red Arrows, and moments that celebrate British engineering
    Because passion isn’t limited to one badge, it’s the whole culture that makes it special.

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Cinematic Storytelling & Lifestyle Features

Where the subject matter allows, most videos aim to feel like a journey: gripping openings, emotional narration, and visuals that put you right in the moment.

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Behind-the-Scenes of Fuel the Passion

From filming life-sized Aston Martin Vanquish cutouts with AML’s historian, to documenting restorations, to exploring unique automotive locations across the UK and Europe.

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Where Fuel the Passion Is Heading

Fuel the Passion is now a full ecosystem: YouTube, website, more regular news blogs, and a growing merchandise line inspired by the brand’s heritage and my own creative direction. My aim is to build one of the most authentic Aston Martin ownership experiences, focused platforms online, a place where enthusiasts can learn, connect, and feel part of something bigger.

Whether you’re an Aston Martin owner, a future owner, or simply someone who loves cars and the stories behind them, you’re welcome here.

Join Me on the Journey

Every drive, every event, every piece of history uncovered, it all becomes part of the story.
If you love Aston Martin, car culture, British engineering, or simply the feeling of getting behind the wheel and heading somewhere unforgettable, then Fuel the Passion is for you.

YouTube: @fuelthepassion
Website: www.fuel-the-passion.co.uk
Instagram & Social: more coming soon…

Let’s keep fuelling the passion, together.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fuel the Passion

What is Fuel the Passion?

Fuel the Passion is an independent Aston Martin storytelling platform founded by Dan Thorpe, created to celebrate the cars, the heritage, and, most importantly, the people behind the marque.

Through long-form YouTube films, written feature articles, and a regular weekly report, Fuel the Passion documents real-world Aston Martin ownership, events, and experiences as they happen. The focus is not on hype or headlines, but on honest insight, lived ownership, and the emotional connection that makes Aston Martin more than just a car brand.

Fuel the Passion is built around narrative-driven storytelling, bringing viewers and readers along for the journey, whether that’s a road trip, a major event, a workshop visit, or a quiet moment reflecting on Aston Martin’s rich heritage. It exists to inform, inspire, and connect enthusiasts who share the same passion.

Who runs Fuel the Passion?

Fuel the Passion is run by Dan Thorpe, an independent Aston Martin owner, filmmaker, and automotive storyteller.

Dan founded Fuel the Passion to document his own Aston Martin ownership journey and to explore the wider world around the marque, from heritage and events to real-world experiences that often go unseen. What began as a personal project has grown into a trusted platform for enthusiasts who value authenticity, depth, and storytelling over speculation or hype.

Every film, article, and weekly report published by Fuel the Passion is created and curated by Dan, ensuring a consistent voice rooted in first-hand experience. The platform is proudly independent and community-focused, shaped by the people, stories, and shared passion that surround Aston Martin ownership.

Is Fuel the Passion affiliated with Aston Martin?

No. Fuel the Passion is an independent platform and is not owned by, endorsed by, or officially affiliated with Aston Martin Lagonda.

Fuel the Passion is created from the perspective of an enthusiast and owner, offering honest, experience-led storytelling about Aston Martin ownership, heritage, events, and the wider community. This independence allows the platform to share real-world insight while maintaining respect for the brand and the people who build and support it.

While Fuel the Passion regularly engages with official Aston Martin dealerships, specialists, events, and members of the wider Aston Martin ecosystem, all content remains editorially independent and is produced without direction or control from the manufacturer.

What does Fuel the Passion focus on?

Fuel the Passion focuses on telling real-world Aston Martin stories through the lens of ownership, heritage, events, and community.

The platform centres on authentic, experience-led content, from living with a modern Aston Martin day to day, to exploring the marque’s rich history, attending major events, and meeting the people who make the Aston Martin world what it is. Rather than chasing headlines or reviews, Fuel the Passion prioritises depth, context, and emotional connection.

At its heart, Fuel the Passion exists to bring enthusiasts along for the journey, celebrating the moments, places, and stories that define Aston Martin ownership, whether on the road, in the workshop, or at events where the passion truly comes alive.

Where can I watch Fuel the Passion content?

Fuel the Passion content is primarily published on YouTube, where long-form films document Aston Martin ownership, events, heritage, and real-world experiences as they unfold.

Alongside the films, written feature articles, ownership stories, and weekly reports are published on the Fuel the Passion website, providing deeper context, behind-the-scenes insight, and supporting storytelling for the videos.

Short-form clips and updates are also shared across social platforms to highlight key moments and point viewers toward the full films and articles.

Can I collaborate with Fuel the Passion?

Yes. Fuel the Passion is open to collaborations that align with its values of authenticity, storytelling, and genuine passion for Aston Martin.

Partnerships may include working with events, specialists, venues, or brands connected to the Aston Martin world, as well as creative collaborations that add meaningful value for the community. Details about current and potential partnerships can be found on the Partnerships and Collaborations page.

Fuel the Passion is also open to exploring ideas with fellow Aston Martin owners. If you have a story, event, road trip, or creative project that you think would make an engaging piece of content, it’s always worth a conversation.

If you’d like to explore a potential collaboration, you’re welcome to get in touch by email at fuelthepassion.dt@gmail.com.

Why was Fuel the Passion created?

Fuel the Passion was created to document the real experience of Aston Martin ownership and to tell the stories that often sit behind the cars.

What began as a personal journey grew from a desire to capture more than just the finished product, to explore the roads driven, the events attended, the challenges faced, and the people encountered along the way. Fuel the Passion exists to share those moments honestly, without hype, and with the depth and respect that the Aston Martin marque deserves.

At its core, Fuel the Passion was created to connect enthusiasts through storytelling, celebrating not just the cars themselves, but the passion, heritage, and community that surround them.