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Joining Mandy Turner this week is Mike Costello and Josh Dowling. Josh gives an update on those rare snails that put a stop to Mercedes-Benz imports. We also discuss NSW motorists who can now use digital licences, and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak slamming autonomous cars. Brendan Michel, head of product and market planning for BMW Australia, joins us in the studio to talk about Apple CarPlay availability, the large 4 Series kidney grille, local interest in the i4, and much more. Lastly, Mike compares the Kia Sportage GT-Line and the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine. 

Join Paul Maric, Mike Costello, and Josh Dowling as they are live from the 2019 Tokyo motor show. They discuss their thoughts on the Mazda MX-30, Mazda's first all-electric car that hasn't yet been confirmed for Australia. The guys also talk about why the 2020 Honda Jazz will be great for the Japanese brand. Honda has hinted the all-new Jazz could have a local launch date of 2020. Josh shares his thoughts on why most manufacturers are going with a coupe-styled roof with SUV concepts, referencing the Nissan Ariya. Mike chats about the stunning Toyota Mirai (listen for the proper pronunciation!), the all-new Yaris hybrid, and rounding out with the Mitsubishi ASX.

This week you are joined by Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and James Wong. Josh Dowling discusses some of the biggest news from the week, including the Australian court case for Volkswagen Dieselgate, how SUVs are soaking up gains by eco cars, why the Renault Alaskan isn't coming to Australia, and more DSG dramas for the Volkswagen group. James talks about his Australian first drive of the 2020 Porsche Macan, and Kez Casey reviews the 2020 Toyota Granvia.Lastly, Mandy interviews Citroen Head of Brand, Arnaud Belloni, while sitting in the back of a 1927 Citroen B14F at Motorclassica.

This week you are joined by Mandy Turner, Trent Nikolic, and Scott Collie. Trent recently drove the Porsche Taycan and he chats about his time behind the wheel. Scott speaks to Bernie Quinn, Head of Engineering at Premcar about the Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior. The Alpina B5 Touring is in the garage this week and Scott gives us a preview of his review to come. Lastly, we speak with Porsche Centre Willoughby General Manager, Sean Lygo, on his 28-year tenure at the dealership, and how they are celebrating its 50 years with five special edition 911s.

On the podcast this week are Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and Kez Casey. Scott Collie discusses new car sales figures for September, and Curt Dupriez reviews the 2020 Hyundai Tucson ActiveX. We chat with General Manager of MINI Australia, Brett Waudby, to see how the brand has been celebrating its 60th anniversary, and we look to the future as we ask if there are more affordable models coming, and if there's scope to expand the SUV range. Lastly, Paul chats about the differences between the Volkswagen T-Roc and T-Cross.

Join Mandy Turner, Josh Dowling, and Mike Costello live from Wakefield Raceway. Josh chats about the Tesla Model 3 and Porsche Taycan battling it out at the Nurburgring, the LandCruiser celebrating its 10-millionth worldwide sale, and an update is coming of the Nissan Patrol. Mike reviews the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e PHEV, and Paul Maric takes the 2020 Toyota Supra around Wakefield Raceway. Lastly, Scott Collie reviews the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder.

On this week's podcast, you are joined by Mandy Turner, Trent Nikolic, and James Wong. James attended the local launch of the 2020 Hyundai Venue, and discusses what it's like to drive. Paul Maric speaks with Lamborghini's Chief Marketing Officer, Katia Bassi. Trent was in Canberra last week for the local launch of the 2020 Peugeot 508, and James compares the Kia Picanto and Suzuki Swift. With thanks to Isuzu D-MAX, the official ute of the Deni Ute Muster for the past four years, we have two Deni Ute Muster double passes to give away for the 4th and 5th of October. If you would like a chance to win these tickets, email podcast@caradvice.com.

This week Paul Maric, Alborz Fallah, Tony Crawford, Josh Dowling, and Mike Costello are broadcasting from the Volkswagen stand at the 2019 Frankfurt motor show.  They discuss their hits and misses, and the lack of manufacturers present at the show. Plus, they cover some of the production models and concepts, including the Volkswagen ID.3, Land Rover Defender, Honda e, Mercedes-Benz EQS, and Josh's time with the Kia Soul.

This week you are joined by Mandy Turner and Mike Costello. Mike discusses the Australian exit of Infiniti and what it means now for Nissan Australia. Jez Spinks reviews the Land Rover Discovery Sport and talks about how it handled a trip to the snow. Paul Maric was at the reveal of the 2020 Porsche Taycan and talks with the Platform Director, Dr Bernd Propfe. Mike and Mandy attend the first press briefing by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and speak with the Chief Executive, Tony Weber, about August VFACTS, luxury car tax, and what they are doing to help with the Takata airbag recall.

Mandy Turner, Mike Costello, and Kez Casey are live from Motorsport Safety and Rescue as our 11 ute mega test continues! After the recent launch, Kez reviews the 2020 BMW X4 M locally. We speak with the General Manager Corporate Communications for Volkswagen Australia, Paul Pottinger about the SUV rollout, ID models, and the Skoda Kodiaq RS. Lastly, Mandy takes a ride with Paul Maric around Toorak in the 2019 Rolls Royce Wraith Black Badge.

Join us for our first episode of Automotive Industry Insights with Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and Josh Dowling live from the Melbourne 4x4 Proving Ground for our 11 ute megatest! We get to know the new CarAdvice and Drive CEO, Alex Parsons. Kez Casey compares the 2019 Abarth 124 Spider and Mazda MX-5 Roadster. We chat to Gavin about his 2017 BMW X5 40e owner review. Lastly, Sam Purcell puts the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Isuzu MU-X back-to-back on and off the road.

On the podcast, this week is Mandy Turner, Mike Costello, and Scott Collie. In car news, the 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet has been revealed, Peugeot has introduced Australia's first petrol particulate filter, why the latest Census data is bad news for young drivers, and Australian drivers have revealed their dirty habits. Mike calls out six cars that should be sold in Australia in his latest opinion piece. Josh Dowling talks about his trip from Cairns to Cape York and gives his top 10 tips if you plan to make the journey. Plus, he discusses why manuals are on the nose, according to RACQ. Mike compares the 2019 Honda Civic Type R and Hyundai i30 N Fastback and reveals a winner. Lastly, we reveal the changes made to the way we will be doing podcasts.

Join Mandy Turner, Paul Maric, and Mike Costello this week. In car news, a petrol-powered 2020 Audi Q7 could be coming to Australia, the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera has been revealed, Britain’s car industry has given its Prime Minister a warning about leaving the European Union, and Tesla has added Netflix and YouTube to its infotainment. James Wong reviews the 2019 Genesis G80, and Mandy takes a ride with Scott Collie in the 2019 Nissan Leaf. We speak to people at the Melbourne CarAdvice garage open day who have ordered a Tesla Model 3, and Paul reviews the car. Lastly, Mandy catches up again with author Loretta Smith just after the release of her book, A Spanner in the Works: The extraordinary story of Alice Anderson and Australias first all-girl garage.

On this week's podcast, you are joined by Mandy Turner, Kez Casey, and Scott Collie. In car news, according to an RACQ study, electric cars are cheaper to run, but high prices are still a problem. Also, pricing and specs have been released for the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg, the Toyota HiLux gets an updated 5-star ANCAP safety rating, and the 2020 Audi Q3 Sportback has been revealed. Mike Costello drives the 2020 Kia Seltos, and Trent Nikolic checks out the 2019 Toyota HiAce. We help out Steve on The Shortlist who is wanting a sophisticated sedan with a good sound system between $60,000 to $80,000. And Mandy talks to Alpina CEO, Andreas Bovensiepen.

Joining Mandy Turner this week is Mike Stevens and James Wong. In car news, the Chevrolet Corvette and 2020 Skoda Kodiaq will be coming to Australia, the Ford and Volkswagen alliance is expanding to electric and autonomous tech, the Lotus Evija has been unveiled, and the 2019 Ford Everest is getting AEB standard across the range. Sam Purcell reviews the 2019 Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI and he takes it off road. James and Mandy take a ride in the 2019 Lexus LC500h and discuss the choice between the hybrid and V8. Mandy talks to Romulus Rost, the Head of Interior Design and Colour and Trim for Bentley, after the reveal of the Bentley EXP 100 GT. Lastly, Mike Costello discusses the 2020 BMW 1 Series after he attended the launch in Munich.

This week on the podcast is Scott Collie and Paul Maric. In car news, the Bentley EXP 100 GT concept, BMW X7 pick-up concept, and 2020 Mini Cooper SE have been revealed, and the 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette rear end has been spied. Paul and Trent Nikolic attended the Goodwood Festival of Speed where Trent drove the Porsche Cayman GT4. Mike Costello speaks to Nissan Global Director for Electric Vehicles, Nic Thomas, at the local launch of the Nissan Leaf. Lastly, Kez Casey compares the Audi Q8 55 TFSI and Range Rover Velar P380 SE.

At the Australian launch of the 2020 Nissan Leaf, Mike Costello caught up with Nissan Global Director for Electric Vehicles, Nic Thomas.

On the podcast this week is Mandy Turner, Mike Costello, and Kez Casey. In car news, Evie Networks is planning an EV charge station expansion, Europe has mandated EV sound generators, the 2020 Land Rover Defender specs have been leaked, and the 2020 BMW X6 and Mercedes-AMG A 45 and CLA 45 has been revealed. Mike discusses another slump in new car sales figures for June. Scott Collie talks about attending a BMW ice driving experience in New Zealand, but without the ice. He also talks with Brendan Michel, Head of Product and Market Planning at BMW. Lastly, Mike drove his Suzuki Jimny from Melbourne to Sydney to include the car in an off-roading day which included the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and Toyota LandCruiser Troop Carrier.

Go behind-the-scenes and see how we conduct a 10-car medium SUV comparison. 

This week Mandy Turner, Trent Nikolic, and Paul Maric are live from the newly-refurbished BMW Sydney in Rushcutters Bay! In car news, Mercedes-Benz has slammed stamp duty increases on luxury cars, the 2019 Toyota HiLux will now feature AEB as standard, the Holden Commodore has some problems with its LS3 V8 fuel injectors, and Genesis has plans for a hydrogen car and massive SUV rollout. Trent reviews the 2019 Range Rover Evoque P300R Dynamic, and take a ride in the 2019 Mazda MX-5 GT Roadster. We catch up with BMW Sydney dealer principal, Rene Gerhard, to talk about how the building is not just a showroom, and what it means for its customers. Lastly, Paul talks about the process he went through to reserve his new Toyota Supra.