How cars 'made' Australia
In the final episode for this season, special guest Tim 'Rosso' Ross joins to discuss his podcast The Cars That Made Australia, sharing some of his favourite motoring memories. Plus - a beautiful new Peugot goes plug-in, more praise for the new VW Amarok and Trent and James both share some secret s…
Another rival for the Ranger?
A new dual cab has been labeled by its brand as having the most pre sales interest in their history. Trent and Sam discuss how it could fare against the Ford Ranger and other top sellers. Plus, the 70s Land Cruiser is set for an engine change, Toyota's controversial comments on its electric future,…
Price rises for two of our most popular vehicles
Trent and Josh give the latest for those waiting on a new vehicle, including updates and all you need to know. Plus, some bad news for those looking at two of the country's most popular Ford models, some alternatives for a Rav4 Hybrid, some surprising sales figures for Chinese-made SUVs and some no…
Getting fired up about emissions rhetoric
Trent and James unite against ridiculous emissions standards rhetoric, design a lap test for the average driver and discuss the joy of taking an old car on an adventure. Plus, James updates us on the results of his plug-in hybrid experiment and there's news of a super-charged v8 heading our way.
Are we set for more license tests?
Rob and Trent reveal some news from Queensland that could see us sitting more driving tests. Plus, how some new technology is set to impact ANCAP ratings, developments in 'eco-fuels' and an impressive medium SUV.
News from the New York International Auto Show
Josh is back from the New York International Auto Show and Trent makes sure to grill him on all the highlights, including Dodge Dakota, Jeep Wrangler, the new Hyundai Kona, Prius, Genesis GV80 coupe, and some excellent news for Australian lovers of RAM Trucks. Plus, some insight into the future of …
Will Demand For Australia's Most Anticipated Pick-Up Be Met?
The Ford F150 is coming, but will enough of them be here to meet the demand? Trent and Rob give their take. Plus, some essential information for anyone planning on a big towing trip, a review of the Peugeot 308 sport hatch hybrid - and another hotly anticipated vehicle, the MG4, has a price leak to…
Another hidden cost to EVs?
Trent and Susannah detail a new report that might present some new stresses for EV owners, give some more bad news for new car wait times, see who wins out in a medium SUV head to head, and they tackle the huge question of whether it's legal to park facing the wrong way. For bonus credit, see if yo…
The Cars of the Year
At long last, after painstaking efforts, the Drive Cars of the Year have been decided. In this special episode of the Drive Podcast, Trent and Glenn will canvas the winner of every segment, giving exclusive insights into the how they ended up on top - including the controversial overall Car of the …
Do today's cars REALLY cost more?
Perhaps the cars of today don't really cost more than decades past after all - Trent and Sam take a look at some interesting data. And speaking of decades past, they also reflect on Car of the Year winners through history to reveal the changing face of Australian vehicles, along with discussing the…