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Discovery turbo brings new car restoration series
MUMBAI: Renowned design expert Chip Foose returns with OVERHAULIN’: DECONSTRUCTED– featuring his most amazing and imaginative automotive builds yet. As the father of the modern hot rod and head of the iconic Foose Designs, Foose is revered by gearheads in every corner of the world.In Discovery Turbo’s new car renovation series OVERHAULIN’: DECONSTRUCTED viewers follow Chip Foose and his team transform vehicles into the most amazing and imaginative automotives.
Starting December 16,OVERHAULIN’: DECONSTRUCTED airs every night at 11 PM on Discovery Turbo.
Chip’s car builds represent the ultimate combination of art, technology and ingenuity, resulting in some of the most unique and breathtaking vehicles anywhere. The all-new OVERHAULIN’: DECONTRUCTEDgoes beyond the garage, exploring engaging human stories and the strong emotional connection between man and machine. Viewers go behind the scenes with the cast and crew for insider producer’s notes, never before seen show footage and cool car factoids.
The restoration projects feature deserving individuals ranging from returning veterans to those negatively impacted by the tough economy. Each altered auto becomes a life-changing surprise for its unknowing owner. Will Chip and his team of automobile wizards be able to pull it all off in a few short days and on a tight budget? And how will the owner react to his new ride?
It’s a bumper-to-bumper journey to the final transformation into a cool set of wheels. And along the way, the hosts keep the owner guessing as to where his car is while the work is getting done.
In addition to Foose, the OVERHAULIN’: DECONSTRUCTED team includes some of the most talented design professionals anywhere. Longtime collaborator and co-host Chris Jacobs returns to help lead an automotive dream team in the garage. Don’t miss any of the action, only on Discovery Turbo.
Some of the episodes are:
1965 Impala – Chip Foose and the A-Team restore a Marine Corps veteran’s prized Chevy Impala that he’s been forced to sell in order to support his young family.
Chevy Pick Up Truck – Chip Foose and the A-Team restore a newly-retired teacher’s 1954 Pickup Truck that he’s put off investing in until his twin daughters’ college tuition has been paid for.
1967 Camaro – Chip Foose and the A-Team restore the Camaro of a man who thought he got a great deal on an internet auction, only to be left with project well beyond his budget and expertise.
Volkswagen Bug – Chip Foose and the A-Team restore the VW of a young mechanic whose health problems have made his project come to a halt. Not only will his car be Overhauled he’ll get the experience of a lifetime working alongside the crew.
BIOGRAPHY – CHIP FOOSE
Chip Foose began working on automobiles at age seven for his father’s company, Project Design, in Santa Barbara. Foose attended the Art Center College of Design for two years in 1982, then began working at ASHA Corporation for four years before returning to the Art Center to complete his education, graduating in 1990. Following graduation, Foose then worked full-time for Sterenberger Design and part-time for Boyd Coddington. Later, Chip became the president of Coddington’s company Hot Rods by Boyd. While working for Coddington, Foose designed many of Coddington’s well-known creations such as the Boydster I and II.
In 1998, Foose started his own automotive and product design company called Foose Design in Huntington Beach, California. In 2001, Foose began his TV career by acting as a consultant for the TV series “Titus” before going on to be the custom painting consultant for the 2006 movie “Cars”. Foose gained more exposure in 2003 as a result of a TLC documentary on his design and creation of a modified 2002 Ford Thunderbird called the Speedbird. In 2004, the TLC version of Overhaulin’ began to air with Foose as the star of show. Other television credits include hosting the series “American Icon: The Hot Rod” for Discovery’s HD Theater.
Throughout his career Foose has been honored with several awards including induction into the Hot Rod Hall of Fame at Peterson Publishing’s 50th Anniversary at SEMA (Special Equipment Marketing Association); the prestigious AMBR (America’s Most Beautiful Roadster) Award in 1999 and 2000; the coveted Ridler Award in 2002, and in 2003 Foose was inducted into the Grand national Roadster Show Hall of Fame.
Today, Foose continues to operate Foose Design and provide design consultations to the big three automakers.
News Broadcasting
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest overhaul in 15 years
Cost pressures and leadership change drive major workforce reduction plan
LONDON: BBC has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its global workforce, in what marks its biggest downsizing in 15 years.
The announcement was made during an all-staff meeting led by interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies, as the broadcaster moves to tackle mounting financial pressures and reshape its operations.
Between 1,800 and 2,000 roles are expected to be eliminated from a workforce of around 21,500. The cuts form part of a broader plan to save £500 million over the next two years, aimed at offsetting rising costs, stagnating licence fee income and weaker commercial revenues.
In a communication to staff, BBC interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said, “I know this creates real uncertainty, but we wanted to be open about the challenge,” acknowledging the impact the move would have across the organisation.
The restructuring comes at a time of leadership transition. Former director-general Tim Davie stepped down earlier this month, with Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, set to take over the role on May 18, 2026.
While some cost-cutting measures are being implemented immediately, the majority of the structural changes are expected to roll out over the next few years, with full savings targeted by the 2027–2028 financial year.
The broadcaster had earlier signalled its intent to reduce its cost base by around 10 per cent over a three-year period, warning of “difficult choices” as it adapts to shifting economic realities and audience expectations.
With operating costs hovering around £6 billion annually, the BBC’s latest move underscores the scale of the financial challenge it faces, as it balances public service commitments with the need for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
