Podcasts about Ford Australia

Ocean to Orbit - David DewittThis interview is back from the Wristcheck event last year sadly due to the timing of the event we only managed to grab a few interviews and the audio isn't perfect due to taking place during the event and us learning the microphones, This interview is with David Dewitt a long time Car Design serving a long stint at Ford Australia and most notably being known for his work on the Ford Ranger. While at Ford he met another fellow designer Sid who also happened to be a fellow watch nerd and after much discussion and playing around the two decided to make their fantasy a reality and start a watch brand together. I have to apologize profusely to David as we had started the interview and had been going for nearly 30 mins before I realised I had not hit record like a Muppet so we hop in a fair way into the discussion.Thanks for David for chatting to us for 20 mins giving us more insight into how the automotive design industry works.Follow us on Instagram:@FifthWrist   Follow us on Facebook:facebook.com/fifthwrist   Subscribe to ourYouTube channel   To join our group chat then please email us atcontact@fifthwrist.com Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our watchmaking podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews & comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one!About usFifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects.Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. Our podcasts are focussed on watchmaking, horology and the wonderful people who keep these skills alive. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches atfifthwrist.com/write-review.  Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-host, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Stay On Time & cheers fromTeesaan andTom

We chat with the seller of a 522kW Herrod developed, supercharged Ford Mustang R-Spec. Why is he is clearing out his trio of 'Stangs?

Read all about the F-150 repayment situation: Ford Australia is paying F-150 owners hit by rules breaches and recalls Sean, Scott and James cover Ford Australia's latest F-150 drama and how they are paying back customers for the inconvenience, Scott details the updates to the Maserati Gran Turismo and what it means for the mighty V8 and James has some good news about the updated Nissan Patrol Warrior. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and James Wong to chat the latest in automotive news and reviews. Where to find the CarExpert Podcast You can find the CarExpert Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. If in doubt, simply click on the RSS feed below, or follow the links to the Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts applications to subscribe. If you haven't already, subscribe to get all the latest new car reviews. CarExpert Podcast RSS Feed CarExpert Podcast on Apple Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Google Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Spotify CarExpert Podcast on Podbean

Ford Australia has announced a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Ranger for Australia in 2025. Andy Wells chats with Mathew Slade from the Ford Team about what we can expect from the vehicle and it it will live up to the Ranger's reputation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter is joined by the Roving Reporter and Security as they go through the book titled 1001 Cars You Must Drive Before You Die by Simon Heptinstall published by Pier 9. We look at the decades of the 1970's and the 1980's. Peter answers the question as to whether the Mustang was ever built by Ford Australia - an article from Motor Trend goes through the history of the Ford Mustang in Australia. We also look at America's highest selling car/truck - the Ford F-150. Follow us on Instagram and email your questions alltorque@outlook.com.au

Take a unique approach to leadership and innovation with Tom Gorman, CEO of XYZ Solutions. In this intervieew with Jess, Tom tells him how he has spent over 20 years in the technology industry serving in various leadership roles. He is an advocate for leveraging technology to drive innovation and performance. Tune in as he shares his experience and knowledge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's EV News Briefly for Tuesday 18th April. I'll be back as usual at 5pm UK time, that's Midday Eastern, for the full podcast.  Patreon supporters get the episodes as soon as they're ready AND ad free. You can be like them by clicking here. BMW has unveiled its most powerful EV to date, the 2024 i7 M70 xDrive, boasting 650 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds. It is expected to be priced around $145,000. MG has revealed the design of the Cyberster, an all-electric sports car set to go on sale in the UK in 2024, with a range of 800km and a 0-62 mph time of less than three seconds. Zeekr, Geely's premium EV brand, has announced its Europe strategy, with the flagship Zeekr 001 shooting brake and Zeekr X urban SUV set to debut in Sweden and the Netherlands in Q4. Several automakers, including VW, BMW, and Volvo, will lose access to a $7,500 federal tax credit in the US due to new battery sourcing rules, while GM and Ford will still have models that qualify. The 2024 Mini Countryman SE was caught undisguised in spy photos, featuring a bold design and a dual-motor setup with 313 combined horsepower. Li Auto has unveiled an all-electric solution allowing a BEV to get 400 km of range on a 10-minute charge, with plans to launch 25 supercharging stations this month and 3,000 by 2025. NIO's first 500 kW ultra-fast charging stations are now in operation in 12 cities across China, capable of charging an EV from 10 percent to 80 percent in as little as 12 minutes for an 800V model. Nio is launching a new entry-level brand called Firefly in Europe, with a target price of around £23,500, featuring Nio's battery-swap technology and manufacturing in China. NIO launched its 2023 model year ET7 sedan and unveiled its revamped ES6 SUV at the Shanghai Auto Show, with deliveries starting in mid-May. XPeng's G6 model, featuring 800V high-voltage architecture and 300 km range in 10 minutes of charge, was officially unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show. The Smart #3 electric SUV has been revealed at the Shanghai Motor Show, expected to feature a single-motor powertrain with a range of up to 273 miles, and go on sale in Europe in early 2024. Volta Trucks has started series production of the all-electric 16-tonne Volta Zero at Steyr Automotive, with the first trucks ordered by customers expected to be dispatched in Q3 2023. Ford Australia plans to bring the electric Puma to the market as it commits to having five EV models by the end of 2024.

Geelong AFLW skipper Meghan McDonald hosts head of AFLW Football, Brett Johnson, and GM of Marketing, Bianca Wallis, for an in depth chat about how Geelong support women in sport and in general. Proudly Presented by Ford Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems we can't satisfy our insatiable appetite for large dual-cab pick-up truckswith Ford Australia confirming pricing for its large F-150 due in the third quarter.Joining the well-established RAM and newer Chevrolet Silverado pick-ups theFord F-150 range is now available to order and will feature two grades, XLT andLariat, both in short and long wheelbase, prices starting from $106,950 andrunning to $140,945 for the long-wheelbase Lariat. The F150's will be powered bya 3.5-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 with 298kW of power and a strong 678 Nm oftorque driving through a 10-speed automatic transmission. Like their competitorsthey will be fully imported from the U.S. and re-manufactured in Melbourne forright hand drive – the short wheelbase model measures 3683mm between frontand rear axles with a 1700 mm tray – braked towing capacity rated at up to 4.5tonnes. I'm David BerthonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems we can't satisfy our insatiable appetite for large dual-cab pick-up truckswith Ford Australia confirming pricing for its large F-150 due in the third quarter.Joining the well-established RAM and newer Chevrolet Silverado pick-ups theFord F-150 range is now available to order and will feature two grades, XLT andLariat, both in short and long wheelbase, prices starting from $106,950 andrunning to $140,945 for the long-wheelbase Lariat. The F150's will be powered bya 3.5-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 with 298kW of power and a strong 678 Nm oftorque driving through a 10-speed automatic transmission. Like their competitorsthey will be fully imported from the U.S. and re-manufactured in Melbourne forright hand drive – the short wheelbase model measures 3683mm between frontand rear axles with a 1700 mm tray – braked towing capacity rated at up to 4.5tonnes. I'm David BerthonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ford Australia's straight-six Barra engine enjoys an almost mythical status in many parts of the internet, but is that status justified? This week on Tuned In, we're talking to The Skid Factory's Al Butler to get to the bottom of the Barra question, as well as many other topics like turbo-sizing, wastegate location, chopping up ultra-desirable classics, and much more.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inAl Butler, also known as “Turbo Yoda” by many, has spent his life messing around with cars, and after many years as a mechanic and performance workshop owner, Al decided to strike out into the online world by starting a YouTube channel with friend and co-host Woody. The Skid Factory channel now has a quarter of a million subscribers and features the varied custom work that Al gets up to — everything from a blown big block Toyota Crown, to a 1000+hp Barra-powered Bedford van, and even a rare Hakosuka Skyline motivated by a monster Nissan VK56 V8.In this conversation, we first talk about Al's background as a long-time mechanic and how the profession has changed dramatically in the last few decades, as well as the types of skills a modern mechanic now needs in order to do his or her job. Befitting of the “Turbo Yoda” nickname, podcast host Andre Simon and Al then get down into the weeds on all things turbocharging, including turbo sizing for a given application, wastegate location, and the technological advancement that has broadened just what is possible with modern forced induction. This inevitably brings up the Aussiest of motors — Ford's highly-regarded Barra 4.0-litre straight six. There's a lot of talk about this engine and its capabilities online, so we take the opportunity to get the facts and debunk some myths with Al, a guy who has worked on and built countless Barras over the years.With some great insight into starting and running a YouTube channel as a full-time gig, as well as a breakdown of the internet-famous VK56 Hakosuka built, this episode is going to be a great listen for anyone wanting to step up and out from the grassroots and onto the next level. Follow The Skid Factory here: IG:@theskidfactoryYT: The Skid FactoryWWW: theskidfactory.comInterested in learning to build your own performance engine? Start here: https://hpcdmy.co/engineb

Three things I know I have in common with Dan Talbot, today's guest. Love of Classic Mustangs, love of motorcycles and love for our cats. His cat Macavity can be seen chillin' while Dan works on his machines. Also, there's no cooler site than seeing a 1966 Classic Mustang trailing a 1921 Model T. Let's chat about all machines, from Western Australia, welcome Dan Talbot to Ford Mustang The Early Years podcast.Do you own an early year Mustang?: yesIf you own a Mustang, how long have you owned your ride?: About 13 years.Upload a favorite pic of your Mustang or a classic car you drive now or have owned in the past.: https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/mAZr2UuIQhiaxc4XeD7M?IMG_4284.JPG?image/jpegWhat do you do for a living?: I have recently retired after 37 years with Western Australia Police Force. I am now a researcher. If you've made improvements to your classic car or restored it, what work have you done?: My car was in a very poor state when I purchased it, sight unseen from the other side of Australia. When we stripped it, I came very close to abandoning the restoration as it needed an enormous amount of body panels, but the car is a very rare Ford Australia import so we pushed on. My car is one of about 200 Mustangs imported by Ford Australia in 1966 to promote the locally build Falcon as "Mustang-bred." The plan was to put a Mustang on the floor of every one of the 430 Ford dealerships in Australia but it was abandoned when they got to about 200 cars - no one knows the exact number. The RHD conversion was very poor and the car didn't steer very well so during the conversion I fitted rack and pinion steering and coil-over front struts. I also fitted larger front brakes. The car steers beautifully now - although I regret using a manual steering rack. What plans do you have for improvements/restoration/modification of your classic car?: I plan on fitting an overdrive transmission, although I am still undecided as to automatic or manual. I am learning towards a T5 manual gearbox at the moment. Please share your social media names/handles so we can tag you when promoting your episode.:https://www.instagram.com/motorshedcafe/ My instagram profile reflects my first love of motorcycles and motorcycle restoration but there are pics of the Mustang in there and also my 1921 Model T race car I recently competed in the Red Dust Revival in outback Western Australia. I also have a website: https://motorshedcafe.com.au/ in which I wax lyrical about my various projects but I am currently putting the finishing touches to my doctoral thesis and haven't written anything for the website for a few months. Ford Mustang The Early Years Podcast (social media)The Facebook GroupTheMustangPodcast.com/facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/185146876036328Instagram@mustangpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/mustangpodcast/An Expert's Guide to Maintaining Your Classic Mustangwww.TheMustangPodcast.com/repairSponsored by: National Parts Depotwww.npdlink.comWith 4 warehouses nationwide, you'll get your parts fast!Cover art: Courtesy of Dan Talbot Keep it safe, keep it rollin' and keep it on the road. Until next time! ~Doug Sandler

Ford Australia will be celebrating the launch of Mercedes-Benz's new, wholly underdone excuse for an electric van - the eVito. Here's why it simply won't do the job… OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are awesome.) Get 12% off here >> Use code AEJC On Bullshit by Harry G Frankfurt >> F*#king Apostrophes textbook: https://amzn.to/3IpskpA Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only) by contacting me via AutoExpert.com.au here >> Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon here >> AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package (with no joining fees) here >> Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal here >>

Nissan Skylines are one of the most popular cars from the 90s and 2000s for modification, but throughout all those years we've never seen one quite like this.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inCapable of 975HP at 28PSI, Dennis O'Malley had the XR32, a Ford Barra powered R32, dialed back to 850HP at 23PSI for this year's Turbosmart Flying 500 at the World Time Attack Challenge in order to make the car a little more ‘user friendly', but unfortunately didn't get a good run due to some ongoing fuel pressure issues. The Micks Motorsport-built Barra runs Siemens Deka 2400cc injectors, Haltech Elite 2500 ECU, Ford Falcon T56 box with S1 Shifter, forged internals and a Plazmaman Plenum is used along with a 6 piece cast manifold, but due to the nature of the swap pretty much everything else has been custom made to fit.The RB26 and RB30 platforms are a solid choice when it comes to making good power with driveability, but the original owner of this R32 GTST turned GTR Nissan Skyline wanted to do something a little bit different, and a 4L Ford ‘Barra' engine was squeezed in and a RWD only setup used due to packaging issues. The car is originally a GTST, but a GTR rear end has been fitted along with GTR sills and front panelsThe traction issues discussed are in part due to what was supposed to only be a temporary turbo setup of a Precision 6766 turbo with an undersized rear housing which narrows the usable rev range, but there are future plans to remedy this issue and also fit some bigger rubber under the rear at the same time to get to power the ground.BARRA: For those unaware, the Barra is a 4L DOHC, VCT equipped inline 6 produced in and by Ford Australia originally for their ‘Barramundi' BA Falcon and SX Territory model lines, and although nowhere near as common, a V8 variant was also produced. A turbocharged XR6 Falcon variant of the I6 Barra also came from the factory, but at 326HP it was well short of the 975HP capable build here.If want to learn how to tune EFI start here instantly, and for free: https://hpcdmy.co/tuneb

Ford has cranked up the marketing machine in celebration of the upcoming deployment of the electric Transit Custom van - the so-called E-Transit. In this report I'm going to decompile and reverse engineer the data from Ford Australia, so that you can start considering whether or not the E-Transit Custom might be the right tradie or general work vehicle for you... OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are awesome.) Get 12% off here >> Use code AEJC On Bullshit by Harry G Frankfurt >> F*#king Apostrophes textbook: https://amzn.to/3IpskpA Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only) by contacting me via AutoExpert.com.au here >> Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon here >> AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package (with no joining fees) here >> Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal here >>

Ford Australia announced this week that it was vacating the small car segment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not surprisingly Ford Australia announced this week its remaining small Fiesta and Focus models would be dropped from its line-up at year end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both remaining hot hatches in Ford Australia's vehicle inventory have been taken out to pasture. Here's what happened, why it happened - and what happens next for the one-trick Blue Oval pony... OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are awesome.) Get 12% off here >> Use code AEJC On Bullshit by Harry G Frankfurt >> F*#king Apostrophes textbook: https://amzn.to/3IpskpA Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only) by contacting me via AutoExpert.com.au here >> Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon here >> AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package (with no joining fees) here >> Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal here >>

In this episode, Mandy is joined by Scott Collie and James Wong, with Paul Maric and Jack Quick chiming in to run through the latest in automotive news and what's happening at CarExpert's offices around Australia. In car news, Ford Australia has told Ranger buyers to shop around as some dealers set high delivery fees, BMW has revealed the new M4 CSL, Volkswagen's special edition Golf R 20 Years has been confirmed for Australia, and Mahindra's body-on-frame Scorpio-N SUV could be coming here. Scott Collie chats about his time with the new-generation Subaru WRX Sedan and Sportswagon, while Paul Maric dials in to discuss his prototype drives of the upcoming Genesis Electrified GV70 and Electrified G80 EVs. Where to find the CarExpert Podcast You can find the CarExpert Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. If in doubt, simply click on the RSS feed below, or follow the links to the Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts applications to subscribe. CarExpert Podcast RSS Feed CarExpert Podcast on Apple Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Google Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Spotify CarExpert Podcast on Podbean

Ryan Walkinshaw, Team Owner, Walkinshaw Andretti United, Jim Farley, President and CEO, Ford Motor Company, Andrew Birkic, President and CEO, Ford Australia, Trevor Worthington, Vice President, ICE Product Programs, Ford Motor Company, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director of Motorsports, Ford Performance, Zac Brown, Team Owner, Walkinshaw Andretti United provide their insight into the move of WAU to Ford.

Ryan Walkinshaw, Team Owner, Walkinshaw Andretti United, Jim Farley, President and CEO, Ford Motor Company, Andrew Birkic, President and CEO, Ford Australia, Trevor Worthington, Vice President, ICE Product Programs, Ford Motor Company, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director of Motorsports, Ford Performance, Zac Brown, Team Owner, Walkinshaw Andretti United provide their insight into the move of WAU to Ford.

Ford Australia's marketing department has done it again, this time with the new hero Ranger ute, in 2022. Here's how they got it wrong, again... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only) by contacting me via AutoExpert.com.au here >> OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are awesome.) Get 12% off here >> Use code AEJC Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon here >> AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package (with no joining fees) here >> Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal here >>

The Ford Everest Basecamp has officially been subjected to a compensation or possible refund program, once you sign the paperwork and promise never to bother Ford Australia about it ever again. If you bought one based on the marketing promises of that roof rack, here's what you need to know... It's a win for consumers, like you, for once. OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are awesome.) https://bit.ly/3zF5hCQ12% off: Use code AEJC Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=54778969 Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package: https://247roadservices.com.au/autoex... Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

In this episode, Mandy is joined by William Stopford and Jack Quick, with Mike Costello and James Wong chiming in to run through the latest in automotive news and what's happening at CarExpert's offices around Australia. In car news, details for the Australian specification 2023 Nissan Z have been revealed, there are still no Australian launch plans for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla posts a delivery record and the Nissan Patrol breaks a sales record. William Stopford discusses Ford Australia's electrification plans, including the e-Transit electric van that has been confirmed for Australia in 2022. Mike Costello dials in to give us a run down of the latest VFACTS sales results for September 2021, while James Wong chats to us about his time with the new Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid. Where to find the CarExpert Podcast You can find the CarExpert Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. If in doubt, simply click on the RSS feed below, or follow the links to the Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts applications to subscribe. CarExpert Podcast RSS Feed CarExpert Podcast on Apple Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Google Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Spotify CarExpert Podcast on Podbean

What happens when an incompetent dealership service department and appalling customer service combine on a Ford Ranger's towbar after three years of ownership? You get a consumer left high and dry by Ford Australia, the dealer and unable to tow a trailer for their business. Here's what happened... AUTOEXPERT OLIGHT DISCOUNT (These are awesome.) https://bit.ly/3pA9nYi 12% off code: AEJC (exclusive of sale periods) Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=54778969 Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package: https://247roadservices.com.au/autoex... Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

In this episode, James Cleary, Andrew Chesterton and Stephen Ottley talk all things motoring, including:The Ford Maverick ute. Australia isn't getting it, but SHOULD! The guys discuss the possibility of Ford, in the US and Australia, growing a pair and bringing some of their more adventurous models here.The fresh metal we've been driving this week: Kia Niro PHEV, Hyundai Sonata N-Line and the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35You can get in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter (#CGPodcast) and Instagram, and let us know if you'd put a Maverick in your driveway by emailing comments@carsguide.com.au

Where does Ford Australia find the time? Honestly, this is some of the company’s finest external communications work to date. Download the Ford 'safety research' press release here: https://spaces.hightail.com/receive/1... Help support my independent reporting, securely, via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=54778969 Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package: https://247roadservices.com.au/autoex... Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

We kick off this week's episode with usual bollocks, before Joseph kicks off the news. The first bit of news is about Jeep trying to stop Mahindra from selling their Wrangler-like Thar 4x4 in Australia. Joseph then talks about Toyota making a GazooRacing Hilux, which will be competing in the Dakar Rally. Then we talk a little about the fuel shortage in America, and a bit about the fuel situation in Australia. Joseph then talks about Ford Australia's cock up (lies) about the Australian version of the Ford Mustang Mach1, unsurprisingly, we get shafted with the spec. Matt then talks about Mitsubishi finally killing off the Pajero, from which we talk about the current Mitsubishi line up (and apparently the CJ Lancer has been killed off). Then we talk about the rather high price of the 5-Door variant of the Suzuki Jimny. Mitch and Joseph then talk about the battle to get Toyota Techstream diagnostics software working, and Joseph talks about his new helmet setup. We then end on Car World Cup game. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop!

Several automotive companies in Australia swallowed millions in JobKeeper corporate welfare in 2020, despite returning multi-million-dollar profits in the same year. More taxpayer-funded welfare for the automotive industry, and a major regulatory failure by the Morrison Government. Help support my independent reporting on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=54778969​ Podcast (audio-only version, for listening in the car, etc.): https://anchor.fm/autoexpert​ Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact​ AutoExpert discount roadside assistance package: https://247roadservices.com.au/autoex...​ Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr... Mercedes-Benz managed to Hoover up almost $5 million in JobKeeper corporate welfare payments between April and September last year. But COVID, frankly, was not a major hurdle for Mercedes: The company made $62.7 million in profit last year here in ‘Straya. And yet, it has no plans to give the JobKeeper funds back. To qualify for JobKeeper, businesses like Mercedes with more than $1 billion in turnover had to estimate that their turnover would fall by 50 per cent or more. It’s unclear exactly how Mercedes qualified for this support. Not that I can find. Mercedes sold 38,684 vehicles in ‘Straya in 2019. In 2020, during the height of COVID, its sales were 36,233 vehicles. That’s hardly a turnover collapse. ​Moving on now, to Ford: Ford needed to upgrade its vacuum cleaner to Hoover up $38 million in JobKeeper it received last year. Ford Australia posted a $59 million profit, which it described as a (quote) “solid result” in its 2020 financial reporting. Eagers Automotive made $156 million profit last year, $133 million of that was JobKeeper. Toyota announced in January that it would repay the $18 million it received in JobKeeper.

In this episode, Mandy is joined by Mike Costello and Scott Collie, with James Wong chiming in to run through the latest in automotive news and what's happening at the CarExpert offices around Australia. In car news this week, Ford Australia is in hot water with Mustang Mach 1 owners over missing features that were advertised, Suzuki Australia is working to cut Jimny wait times and be clearer with customers, the Victorian Government's EV subsidies announcement, as well as Ford selling ARB 4x4 accessories through its dealer network. Mike Costello chats about April's VFACTS sales results, Scott Collie talks about his launch drive of the Volkswagen Amarok W580, and James Wong dials in to chat the all-new Hyundai Tucson. Where to find the CarExpert Podcast You can find the CarExpert Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. If in doubt, simply click on the RSS feed below, or follow the links to the Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts applications to subscribe. CarExpert Podcast RSS Feed CarExpert Podcast on Apple Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Google Podcasts CarExpert Podcast on Spotify CarExpert Podcast on Podbean

Jump inside almost any vehicle these days and you’re surrounded by technology but just how connected are the latest cars? Andy is joined by Nat Lozinski, Connected Vehicles marketing manager at Ford Australia to discuss this topic and what's inside the latest Ford vehicles.

Yeah, it's late, but shhhh. We kick off the news this week with Joseph talking about the apparently 'new' Jeep Grand Cherokee, which looks a helluva lot like the old Grand Cherokee. Mitch then talks about FCA and PSA making it Facebook Official and forming a new group 'Stellantis'. Matt then talks about how 66% of Ford Australia's sales is the Ranger, which is causing some concern within the ranks of Ford Australia as the next Ranger is a shared platform with the Volkswagen Amarok, from which we talk about the Ford Bronco not coming to RHD markets and 'Murican "trucks". Mitch then talks about Lada bringing out a new Niva, while still selling the OG Niva, and BMW coming out with their first 'M' electric car, the i4 M, and the Mustang will more-than-likely only be offered with an electric drivetrain by the end of the decade, but the next-generation Mustang due in 2023 might get a new 6.8L V8, and Hyundai ending all development on new diesel engines. We then talk about how a little while ago we asked for negative reviews, and we got one! Mitch then talks about what he's done to the Prado and the Hilux, before Joseph and Matt talk about what they've done to Joseph GT86. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop! Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, Joseph Riga, and Joel McD. Unashamedly Unprofessional

We're back for episode 167! This week we actually have some car news to talk about, which is a nice change of pace given the year that 2020's been. Mitch then starts the news part of the pod with Nissan dropping photos of the 'Z Proto', and that Volkswagen is close to selling Bugatti to Croatian company Rimac in exchange for a bigger share of the company. Matt then has news about a new special edition to the Ford Ranger, which comes with a 1" lift from factory as 32" tyres. We then discuss at length the announcement from Toyota Australia the pricing for the GR Yaris, which is more expensive than we were all hoping ti would be, and Matt talks about the Foton F-Truck copy which we all really like, and Ford Australia confirming the Bronco will not be coming to Australia in any official capacity (we think maybe PerforMax might import and convert to RHD). Matt then talks about Mitsubishi introducing a 10 year / 200,00Km warranty, which gets us talking about how awful 'official' service centres, and General Motors bringing the C8 Corvette to Australia by the end of the year under the 'General Motors Special Vehicles' brand (GMSV) and holy-balls it's not cheap. We then play a guess the car game with Matt, and Mitch talks about the progress on the #Shitegra, and Matt talks about his LandCruiser giving him a heart attack while driving home from a wedding. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop! Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

In today’s episode, I am joined by a fascinating guest, William (Bill) Osborne; a gentleman who has built his career in the industrial sector. He is the Senior Vice President of Enterprise Operations at The Boeing Company, the world’s largest aerospace company. Prior to this role, he was the SVP for Global Manufacturing and Quality at Navistar Corporation. And before that, he was the President and CEO of Federal Signal Corporation, a billion-dollar industrial organization. William first started his career as a technical specialist product engineer for Ford Motor Company. Over the last 19 years, he has moved into many leadership roles, including President and CEO for Ford Australia as well as Ford Canada. Bill also currently holds board positions with Quaker Chemical Company and Rush System for Health. In our conversation today, Bill shares his career background in-depth and his experience going from a from President and CEO of a billion-dollar company to being an SVP at Boeing — a nearly 95-billion dollar company. He offers invaluable advice to young leaders in any industry with regards to failing forward, career strategies to accelerate growth and development, and the dos and don’ts of becoming an exceptional leader. He also shares his thoughts on how we can better manage as leaders through the current COVID-19 crisis as well as his thoughts regarding the current BLM movement and how corporations and individuals can do their part.   Key Takeaways: [:37] About today’s fascinating guest, William (Bill) Osborne. [1:54] Welcoming Bill to the show! [2:00] What drew Bill into the industrial sector and why he has stayed. [3:55] Bill speaks about how he ensures that he and his team stay up to date on what’s new in the industry. [5:30] Bill shares his experience on what it was like to go from President and CEO of a billion-dollar company to being an SVP at Boeing (which is a nearly 95-billion dollar company). He speaks about the day-to-day, how that has changed, and the different challenges. [7:20] How is Bill leading the company during the COVID-19 pandemic? How has his leadership changed due to it and what does he consider to be some of the key ways to lead — especially during a crisis? [9:15] Bill’s vision for how we’re going to come out of this pandemic economically and as a society. [11:20] Bill speaks more about how he is managing the company during this crisis and how a turn-around might look. [13:30] Bill’s advice for young leaders. [14:30] A failure Bill experienced in his career and the big lesson that he learned from it. [16:37] Bill’s thoughts on the importance of maintaining a reputation. [18:44] Has Bill had sponsors throughout his career? How did that impact his career? [20:04] Bill’s career strategy for identifying specific leaders and how it made a massive difference in his growth and development. [21:29] How to open yourself up to working for the right leaders in the industry. [22:20] The do’s and don’ts for young professionals, how to make yourself an indispensable leader, and the three phases of an executive leader. [25:57] Bill shares his thoughts on where we are going through as a society in light of the current Black Lives Matter movement, as well as what he and Boeing are doing as a corporation to support diversity and inclusion. [29:25] Bill shares his thoughts and feelings when non-black individuals approach him to ask what they should or can do to help. [33:41] What do we need to do as black people to keep the forward momentum with the BLM movement? [37:15] Bill shares his belief about how young people are the catalyst for change. [38:07] What role do boards play in the seminal change that we’re seeking in corporate America? [40:05] Bill shares his parting thoughts. [41:25] Thanking Bill for his incredible insights and for joining the podcast.   Mentioned in this Episode: Executive Biography of William (Bill) Osborne William (Bill) Osborne’s LinkedIn   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to the people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management

Welcome to the latest episode of WhichCar Weekly with WhichCar Senior Journalist Daniel Gardner, Wheels Deputy Editor Andy Enright and MOTOR Associate Editor Scott Newman discussing topics from the automotive week. Today's top story is a change of leadership at Ford Australia, where Kay Hart has made way for Andrew Birkic, while legendary designer Gordon Murray has revealed his new supercar, the T.50. You can find all the latest automotive news and reviews at www.whichcar.com.au and follow WhichCar on Facebook (@whichcarau), Twitter and Instagram (@whichcar). Until next week!

We are back with another episode to keep you somewhat entertained during this Coronavirus nonsense. This week, we kick off with a bit of nonsense before cracking on and talking about Sir Stirling Moss passing away at the age of 90yrs last week. Something we learned about 10 minutes after we uploaded last weeks episode. So, we dedicate a fair bit to talk about his extensive motor racing career. We then talk a bit about the next Nissan Zed-car, rumoured to be a 400Z which would imply it will have a 4.0L engine. Then Matt talks about the new Ford Focus RS more than likely not coming to Australia; though Ford Australia is determined for it to come here. Matt then talks about Mazda probably borrowing BMW's inline 6 and drivetrain for the new Mazda 6, and probably partnering up with Toyota to develop Mazda's next sports car. We then talk about Chinese vehicles, and Matt actually gets quite excited by a few of them. Matt then brings up CarSales' article on the top 10 Drift cars for under $10k. Joseph then goes through the list of the top10 cars sold in Australia in the year 2000, and there's one car, in particular, that was an absolute blast from the past. Mitch then talks about what's been happening to his Hilux lately. Then we answer a question from James and talk about mad imported cars for sale. Then we end with 'The Cool Wall.' Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop! Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

Joining Mandy Turner this week is Josh Dowling and Scott Collie. In car news, the car industry is divided on how much taxpayer support should be given to EV sales and infrastructure, the real estate recovery is set to drive luxury car sales, how much car brands have donated to the bushfire appeal, Ford v Ferrari wins two Oscars, and Mitsubishi adds two extra variants to the Triton range. Scott reviews the 2020 BMW Z4 sDrive 20i manual. Lastly, we speak to Christine Wagner, Ford Australia’s mobility and connected vehicles marketing manager, about the 'FordPass' app debuting in Australia in the Ranger and Everest.

We're back for episode 133, this week we talk about the stuff we forgot to talk about in episode 132. We start by talking about us rating well on Podchaser's best of 2019 for Automotive podcasts. So, we kick off the news this week with a bit of Ford Australia news. Ford is finally chucking the Mustang's Coyote 5L V8 in the Ranger Raptor! We then talk about Donut Media's Up To Speed on the Cadillac CTS-V, and comparing its 640hp V8 against the HSV GTSR-W1 which has 646Hp. We then talk a bit more about Toyota / Gazoo Racing's Yaris, which finally has had its power released complete with full reveal photographs of the car... And we talk about Dodge's Challenger Mitch then talks about the latest developments and roadblocks with his Honda Integra project (Shitegra). We then talk about good experiences with car part sellers and the frustration of finding a good mechanic in the Brisbane area. We then talk about Sony unveiling their concept electric car at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show), from which we talk about how some of the magic is leaving car development. Joseph then talks about DAMD making body kits for the Suzuki Jimny; Little D (Land Rover Defender), Little G (Mercedes G Wagen), and the Dronko (Ford Bronco), and the Roots which pays homage to the LJ10 Sierra. We then finish off with playing Simon's game that we've unfortunately forgotten the name of in this episode. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

Pamela Jabbour is the founder and CEO of Total Image Group, a uniform designer and manufacturer for some of Australia’s leading brands including Dan Murphy’s, Ford Australia and Fantastic Furniture. Pamela started Total Image group in 2005 straight after finishing university. To get the business started, Pamela jumped on the phone and made 100 phone calls a day for 12 months before she won her first customer. Her business really took off when she was invited to quote for one of the largest retailers in Australia who at the time had 30,000 employees. Pamela won the job and immediately Total Image Group began to grow as other brands started to enquire about the products and services they offered. Today, Pamela oversees the team at Total Image Group as they dress over 300,000 employees daily around the country as the business continues to grow and look at what the future holds. Episode highlights include: The early days when Pamela first started Total Image Group The lessons Pamela has learned as a leader and how she has developed the type of culture she believes in How the business looks at the performance of its leaders through a Management Accountability Plan The challenges that Pamela can see ahead for her industry Links Pamela's LinkedIn Profile Total Image Group Website

Without major marketing fanfare, Ford Australia, in conjunction with the Amy Gillet Foundation, is provided free driver training in techniques that are not the normal part of getting your L plates. Designed for new and young drivers, DSFL offers hands-on training delivered by professional instructors to help participants become safer drivers. The course focuses on techniques not taught during L-plate driver instruction and aims to increase the use of safe and calm driving techniques as well as teach new drivers how to share the road with other vehicles and cyclists. Liz Ampt a behavioural scientist and transport data expert went along to the launch. Some of the things she noted included: With the advent of airbags, the best way to hold the steering wheel is with your hands in the 9:15 position rather than the traditional “ten-to-two”. Young people are given the chance to experience heavy braking situations. One approach to help drivers avoid dooring cyclists is called the Dutch reach, in which a driver uses their far hand (left hand for right-hand drive vehicles) to open the car door which forces drivers to turn their heads and look behind then hopefully to check for cyclists. We have all heard lectures about the dangers of drunk driving but the reality is that when we have been drinking, we do not appreciate how much our reactions and skills have diminished. At the Ford day people can test their skills in a sobriety test then put on an impairment suit. This has been specially designed with weights attached to your arms, thighs, legs and ankles and you also where earmuffs and goggles that distort your vision. You then have to repeat the sobriety test. The results often bring hilarity to the on-lookers. The program is backed up with work from the respected researcher Dr Marilyn Johnson. One of the exercises Dr Johnson did was to get truck drivers to ride the bicycle on a certain course in the city. Initially the experience drivers would sit back and say “What do we have to do this exercise for?”. But after they have done it, they could soon point out other truck driver errors when dealing with bikes. Their research also showed that almost one third (32 per cent) of people surveyed said they are not aware of common techniques such as the “one metre rule”, where drivers are advised to leave one metre distance between their vehicle and cyclists (driving 60 km/h or less), and only half (53 percent) observe it. The research also found that 68 percent of cyclists are concerned every time a vehicle passes them while on the road. The Driving Skills for Life is a free course funded by Ford and carried out at six locations around Australia.

Non-Executive Director Worley Parsons Ltd. and Orora Ltd., former Global CEO Brambles Ltd and President & CEO Ford Australia Tom Gorman, drops into the pod to discuss his illustrious 30+ year career and what he considers to be the top factors that help to achieve success as an executive in Australia today. Born and raised in the USA, Gorman reflects on the personal connection he has always felt to Australia and the nexus between the two countries, as well as the key qualities he has developed and advocated for since his first job at 15: professionalism, commitment and passion. Joining the Ford headquarters in Melbourne early in his career, Gorman progressed to become the President and CEO of Ford Australia, which for him, was a dream come true. Throughout his time at Ford, he embraced every challenge, believing it’s all part of the experience. He advises others to do the same – always striving to gain exposure to different ways of doing things and to never stop learning. With ongoing technological development forming one of today’s greatest business challenges, Gorman underscores the importance of building the right team to keep pace with these changes and the need to maintain diversity of thought, founded on a willingness to accept feedback and actively question the norms. Gorman embodied this philosophy when he made the move to Brambles after 20 years at Ford, which gave him the opportunity to continue his personal and professional growth. Boyden's Leadership Matters podcast series is the brainchild of Boyden Australia's Allan Marks and Alun Parry, exploring what makes an effective leader by interviewing Australian leaders to find out what makes them tick and the advice they would give to aspiring senior leaders.

Ford Australia recently announced that the new Ford Escape will be their first electrified vehicle. Andy chats with Dimity Mannering from the Ford team to find out what we can expect from their first EV for Australia.

Join Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and James Wong for the last podcast for 2018! In car news, Australia's first Genesis showroom has begun taking shape, the Suzuki Jimny has been hit with an AEB bug, Ford Australia has announced it is not planning to kill passenger cars, and a mobile phone detection camera will be trialed in NSW. We answer Mark's question in Ask CarAdvice, about if December or January is the best time to buy a new car. Paul Maric speaks with professional drifter Fredric Aasbo, and Mandy attends the Isuzu I-Venture off-roading experience. Lastly, we present the 2018 CarAdvice Winners Circle!

In this episode James Cleary, Tom White, and Matthew Pritchard head to the garage to chat about:Holden & Ford's future of selling cars in Australia (0:35)Which roads in Australia are haunted, and what's haunting them (13:05)A ... distasteful engine swap involving a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL and a V8 engine (19:20)The cars we've been driving this week: a CRV-Vi, a Peugeot scooter, and a Camaro SS (22:10)MUSKWATCH (29:10)James Cleary, Tom White, and Matthew Pritchard, tear down, pressure test and rebuild the issues of the automotive week.You can get in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter (#CGPodcast)and Instagram, or share your thoughts on what cars are the same as what fruit by emailing comments@carsguide.com.au.You can subscribe to the CarsGuide podcast on iTunes, find us on TuneIn, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Whooshkaa, and, naturally, the CarsGuide website.

Well good morning, good afternoon and good evening, wherever you are in the world, hello and welcome to the Monday 2nd July edition of EV News Daily. It’s Martyn Lee here with the news you need to know about electric cars and the move towards sustainable transport.   "I THINK WE JUST BECAME A REAL CAR COMPANY" The latest numbers for Quarter 2 have been confirmed from the investor relations portal at ir.tesla.com so let's dive into them, and have a think about what it means. Plus in a minute or two, I'll reveal the exact number of Model 3 reservation holders still on the list - and I'll tell you why I has to ask Ride The Lightning’s Ryan McCaffery first - but more on that in a mo. Stay with me. The first clarification I wanted to make today was just to counter all those articles today which said the 5k Model 3 achievement was simply a burst rate and couldn't be replicated. Whilst you might understand if this week staff took a day or two R&R, and maybe that went down to 4.5k, the hardware is there to hit that number. Maybe a supplier is late with something and that slows you down, but General Assembly is built. So that argument doesn't make sense. And it's fair to say that in the past Tesla has taken a one day rate of production and multiplied by 7 to get a theoretical week, but I don't think that point was made very clear by many websites today. So a reminder the 5k figure is how many Model 3's they made last week. Reuters have a couple of quotes: "“It was pretty hectic,” said one worker who described the atmosphere as “all hands on deck.” Another worker speaking after the 5,000th car was made described the factory as a “mass celebration". One worker told Reuters that, to meet the goal, employees from other departments were dispatched to parts of the Model 3 assembly line to keep it running constantly, and breaks were staggered “so the line didn’t stop moving.” On Twitter I asked Domenick at InsideEVs how many the final number was, because their monthly sales scorecard is the best out there in terms of accuracy. The answer is 5,031 Model 3's and 1,913 Model S and X vehicles. So Domenick that you for your reply. According to Tesla: "Q2 production totalled 53,339 vehicles, a 55% increase from Q1, making it the most productive quarter in Tesla history by far. For the first time, Model 3 production (28,578) exceeded combined Model S and X production (24,761), and we produced almost three times the amount of Model 3s than we did in Q1. Our Model 3 weekly production rate also more than doubled during the quarter, and we did so without compromising quality." "GA4, our new General Assembly line for Model 3, was responsible for roughly 20% of Model 3s produced last week, with quality from that line being as good as our regular GA3 line. We expect that GA3 alone can reach a production rate of 5,000 Model 3s per week soon, but GA4 helped to get us there faster and will also help to exceed that rate." "Tesla expects to increase production to 6,000 Model 3s per week by late next month. We also reaffirm our guidance for positive GAAP net income and cash flow in Q3 and Q4, despite negative pressures from a weaker USD and likely higher tariffs for vehicles imported into China as well as components procured from China." And now onto how many Model 3 reservations there are outstanding. I'm no Tesla expert, because this podcast covers all markets and all car makers, so when you want really in depth knowledge I'd always say your go-to shows are Ryan McCaffery's Ride The Lightning coming up on it's 3rd birthday, and Trevor from Model 3 Owners Club, and Rob from Tesla Daily for things like the financial side. So Tesla revealed the exact number of outstanding Model 3 reservation holders, and it's something I’ve only ever heard in vague numbers before. So I asked the expert and Ryan for whether Tesla have done this before? "Hey Martyn. Not quite the first time, but you're right that they've kept it close to the vest, mostly. I believe last quarter they had mentioned that they still had ~450k reservations. The reduction now is obviously because they've delivered a bunch of cars. Cheers!" "The remaining net Model 3 reservations count at the end of Q2 still stood at roughly 420,000 even though we have now delivered 28,386 Model 3 vehicles to date."   MAGNA CEO SEE EV FUTURE I'm a huge fan of the Jaguar I-PACE and it's being made by Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria. Don Walker is CEO of Magna International, the largest North American auto parts supplier, and has been talking to News Editor of Autonews.com Lindsay Chappell: "We've been working on electric vehicles for at least 10 years now. We proposed the electric Focus to Ford 10 years ago and worked with them to develop it. It wasn't a ground-up electric vehicle, but we took out the internal combustion engine componentry and made it a pure electric vehicle. We took the lead on bringing that vehicle to market. We also worked with Volvo about eight years ago to create an electric rear-axle drive. And we've also signed a contract to develop an electric vehicle for Volkswagen in China. We bring that project the motors, the software, the electronics, the controller, the gearbox. So we have many years of expertise.   http://canada.autonews.com/article/20180702/CANADA01/307029993/walker-guides-magna-deeper-into-ev-tech   FORD TAPS EV EXPERT TO BE NEW BOSS FOR AUSTRALIA, NZ "US auto giant Ford Motor Company has signalled the start of a new chapter for its business in Australia, with the appointment of a global electric vehicle executive, Kay Hart, to head up operations Down Under." according to Aussie website reneweconomy.com.au: "In what could only be good news for Australia’s flagging EV market, Ford announced on Monday that Hart – who was most recently the auto-maker’s global BEV (battery electric vehicle) manager, distribution & digital experience – had been named president and CEO, Ford Australia and New Zealand."   NISSAN SCRAPS POTENTIAL $1 BLN SALE OF BATTERY UNIT TO CHINA'S GSR "Nissan Motor has cancelled a potential $1 billion sale of its electric car battery unit to China's GSR Capital. Japan's second-biggest automaker said the Chinese investment firm lacked the funds to make the purchase. The deal could not be closed by the June 29 deadline, Nissan said, ending a process which had faced several delays since its announcement almost a year ago." according to Nasdaq.com: "In August, Nissan had announced its plan to sell Automotive Energy Supply Corp, which includes battery plants in the United States, England and Japan, for an undisclosed sum. A source told Reuters at the time that GSR had agreed to pay Nissan a total of $1 billion for the deal. A Nissan spokesman said that the company still intends to sell the subsidiary, but declined to comment on whether GSR could still be a prospective buyer."   https://www.nasdaq.com/article/nissan-scraps-potential-1-bln-sale-of-battery-unit-to-chinas-gsr-20180702-00005   NEXT-GEN VW BEETLE COULD TRANSFORM INTO FOUR-DOOR EV "A revolutionary new Volkswagen Beetle is under consideration and, if given the green light by VW chiefs, it will adopt a battery-powered electric powertrain." reports Rachel Burgess at Autocar.com "The British magazine claims Bischoff has already sketched a possible look for the four-door Beetle successor, but it will take the automaker between two and three years to make a final decision on its production. Before that, Volkswagen will remain focused on launching a series of mainstream electric vehicles." says Motor1.com   EV MYTH BUSTING According to Go Ultra Low, as many as 42% of Brits wouldn’t be sure if they could run a battery-powered car through a car wash. EVs are slower than petrol and diesel cars EVs are more expensive to own EVs aren’t readily available The infrastructure isn’t there   COMMUNITY New members of the EV gang on YouTube   You can listen to all previous 164 episodes of this podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, YouTube, TuneIn, Stitcher, and the blog https://www.evnewsdaily.com/ – remember to subscribe, which means you don’t have to think about downloading the show each day, plus you get it first and free and automatically. It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. And if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing. Come and say hi on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter just search EV News Daily, have a wonderful day, and I'll catch you tomorrow.   CONNECT WITH ME! evne.ws/itunes evne.ws/tunein evne.ws/googleplay evne.ws/stitcher evne.ws/youtube evne.ws/soundcloud evne.ws/blog

Hello this is Overdrive a program about the facts, the fun and the fiction of motoring and transport I'm David Brown And in this program, we look at news stories with including: 1. Australia's first electric vehicle how-to guide to ease confusion 2. Ford Working on a Bike to Vehicle (B2V) AI Communication System 3. Commercial transport can be fossil-free by 2050 4. Charging even easier than refuelling: market launch for BMW wireless charging 5. Arizona self-driving test program scrapped by Uber following fatal crash 6. Ford Australia launches 2nd Car, enabling new car buyers to own one vehicle, but drive two We chat to Prof David Hensher for Sydney University about computer modelling of our cities so that we can truly understand what new transport projects will really do. We sit a man who owns and drives a 1964 EH Holden in the latest Range Rover Velar with all the bells and whistles and see his reaction. At the end when you realise the EH has only one rear vison mirror you get a clear understanding why motoring today is very different. And Brian Smith, Errol Smith, and I take a playful look at some unusual stories of the day including 1. Turkmen president effortlessly wins rally 2. Icelandic political candidate asked to step down after digger rampage 3. Japan moving to ease older drivers out of vehicles Have a question or comment? Send it to overdrive@drivenmedia.com.au Originally broadcast 2 June 2018 .

In this episode James, Richard and Matt discuss Elon's love of YouTubers (1:25), ponder how exactly he plans on making the Model Y (2:30) and poke around the recent teardown of the Model 3 (2:50).Mazda has launched an updated CX-5, but you wouldn't know unless you're very in-tune with the engine's firing order (5:00), Ford Australia has copped a whopping fine for their whopping transmission problems (8:35) and we let you know where your car is most likely to get stolen (12:00).Jeep has delved into the parts bin to create the Golden Eagle and Freedom limited edition Wranglers (16:45), Brabham reveals the BT62 track car which it's built for some reason (18:40), James once again asks "Is it illegal?" (23:30) and we whip around what's been in our garage (26:30).James Cleary, Richard Berry and Matt Campbell tear down, pressure test and rebuild the issues of the automotive week.You can get in touch with us on Facebook, Twitter (#CGPodcast) and Instagram, or share your thoughts about Brabham not entering the WEC like it said it would by emailing comments@carsguide.com.au.You can subscribe to the carsguide podcast on iTunes, find us on TuneIn, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Whooshkaa, and, naturally, the carsguide website.

17/4: Fox Sports' Wilson Smith joins host Phil Prior to try and piece together this Israel Folau situation. Then, Motorsport journo Will Dale explains what Ford Australia announced today, regarding their commitment to the V8 SuperCars.

It's a bit of a slow news week this week, but we persevere and end up with a great episode in the progress.Joel, AKA 'Rent-A-Crowd', is back and brings up a brief topic about a gentleman who bought a car from Pagani without receiving vehicle papers making it impossible to register his new Pagani.Joseph talks about Ford Australia following Ford USA and Ford UK in recalling the Focus RS due to the infamous head gasket issue plaguing the car.Matt brings back the much loved topic 'What about this car?', and the car this week is a special one, which gets Joseph talking about the rental 2017 Prado he had the pleasure to drive recently.We then talk about Mitsubishi, and how they haven't actually made a new car in almost a decade, however Matt likes them a lot... But it turns out Mitch and Matt are wrong, and Mitsubishi is actually selling like crazy.Then we discuss which 4x4 utes we like, which turns into discussing what is the next Real

David Ross picked up his very first camera only a few years ago, a Canon 5d Mark II, and quickly learned the skills required to make a living from photography. Hailing from the Central Coast, NSW, he improved on his abilities in the water with his surf mates, and then quickly built a solid reputation in the fitness world as one of the best photographers in Australia. David is working for THE WOD LIFE, and has done assignments for Ford Australia and Traveller Auto Barn.

The iPhone 4S was announced today, I'll tell you all about it and my thoughts, plus I speak with four key executives from FORD AUSTRALIA about Technology in cars, including CEO Bob Graziano

After several weeks of weirdness JP returns to our regular programming after his lifetime ban was overturned by higher authorities and he came clean about all that unspeakable visual nonsense. Spa preview as Schu makes 300. FPV sold to Ford Australia. Coopers reveals Bathurst collectors pack. Samsung vs Apple. How consumers will win. And the original Hashtag Wangler calls in. Crispy Pork Belly snacks.