Drive Podcast

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 not-so-surprising results from recent safety studies. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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 Mitsubishi. 

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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 make those eyeing an EV happy. 

For more on these stories and plenty more, head to drive.com.au

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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 you can keep track of how often Susannah mentions her Subaru Outback. 

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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 Year. 

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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 most recent winner... 

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Susannah takes the driver's seat for this special International Women's Day edition of the Drive Podcast. After a quick wrap with James on what surprises have sprung from the latest sales figures, Susannah is joined by Rachel Reed, committee member of Women in Automotive about the inspiring women in all corners of the industry and the many opportunities that exist, before talking to Samantha Johnson, Managing Director of Polestar Australia, about her own journey, experiences and insights. 

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We know all about fuel efficiency, but have you ever wondered which EV is most energy efficient? Trent and Susannah unveil the top performers on the Australian market. Plus, news on Tesla's "model 2" small car, and the story of a one million dollar Ford. 

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