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Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Is Tesla’s flying Roadster vision a genuine glimpse of the future, or an elaborate distraction? Adam and John unpack the spectacle we saw a couple of weeks ago with Tesla’s latest Roadster claims; China’s EV makers could be creating a much bigger problem for the brand and Tesla might slowly be moving away from making conventional cars altogether. Then, what exactly is going on with the new Nissan Navara? With a Triton-based Navara already on the market and a Dongfeng-based plug-in hybrid joining it, the boys question Nissan’s strategy, whether the Navara has lost its identity, and how the new PHEV will stack up against increasingly affordable Chinese utes. Plus, which cars have suffered the worst bean-counter compromises? Touchscreens replace buttons, Subaru’s CVT gets a serve, while Hyundai N and Lexus get some love for apparently letting their engineers off the leash. 00:00 John falls in love with the Civic Type R 01:18 Tesla’s Roadster spectacle 02:21 Will anyone actually get a flying Tesla? 05:47 Has Tesla admitted defeat against China? 07:12 Is Tesla backing away from making cars? 08:57 Is Tesla massively overvalued? 12:15 Why the Roadster hype isn’t convincing us 13:43 The worst bean-counter decisions in cars 14:53 Why John hates Subaru CVTs 16:35 Touchscreens vs physical buttons 17:30 When carmakers actually let engineers have fun 18:03 Why Hyundai N gets it right 19:55 What is going on with the new Nissan Navara? 22:54 The Navara’s identity crisis 25:16 “It’s lying about being a Nissan Navara” 26:35 Did Nissan rush its plug-in hybrid strategy? 28:18 Was Nissan Australia blindsided? 29:55 Is this all a bean-counter decision? 31:04 The big problem: price 32:07 Why every dual-cab ute is “a bit shit” 32:56 Could the plug-in hybrid Navara actually be good off-road? 34:10 Can Nissan find its way again? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven This week John gets behind the wheel of the JAC Hunter PHEV, Australia’s most affordable plug-in hybrid dual-cab ute. It's got huge (claimed) power, a luxury-feeling interior and a seriously competitive price. The fundamentals are impressive, but there are some frustrating calibration issues that stop it from being the complete package. Then, listener David asks why buying a new car still feels so painful. In his words: 'why is it so shit'. Adam and John unpack what’s wrong with the traditional dealership experience and why the industry needs to rethink the way it treats customers. Plus, Adam drives the Honda Super-ONE and reckons it might be the small EV that finally wins over petrolheads. That prompts a debate on whether small cars are more fun than supercars, what Japanese brands can do to fight back against the rise of Chinese manufacturers, and why personality, heritage and fun still matter. In this episode: 00:00 Welcome to Auto Uncovered 00:51 JAC Hunter PHEV: Huge power for the money 02:30 Would John still buy one? 03:50 Where Chinese car brands are falling short 06:14 The missing ingredient in the JAC Hunter 07:28 Why 360kW doesn’t always feel like 360kW 08:15 The little details JAC needs to fix 11:10 What the Hunter gets right 12:20 Should Toyota and Ford be worried? 13:18 How the JAC Hunter’s hybrid system works 15:49 Can an electrified ute really work off-road? 17:02 The argument for coil-sprung utes 17:47 Testing the Hunter with 500kg in the tray 20:35 Why hybrid engines can sound disconnected 24:37 Listener question: Why does buying a new car suck? 25:15 How dealerships could improve 26:35 The real problem with car dealerships 28:38 Adam’s terrible dealership experience 30:12 Why dealership culture needs to change 31:23 Honda Super One: The EV for petrolheads? 32:13 Why being electric makes it more fun 33:17 Why kei cars make so much sense 35:22 Honda might have a hit on its hands 36:18 Why small cars can be more fun than supercars 38:00 What Japanese car brands should be building 40:04 How Japan can fight back against China 41:00 The problem with massive Chinese car logos 43:45 Why heritage still matters 45:05 Honda proves people still want fun cars 45:55 Remember when Japanese cars were this exciting? 46:27 Wrapping up

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Adam narrowly avoids buying a written-off Skoda after a last-minute history check uncovers $14,500 worth of previous damage, prompting a chat about pre-purchase inspections and the checks you should never skip when buying used. Then John looks at the changing Australian car market and why he believes the growth of Chinese brands increasingly resembles “colonisation”, as established dealerships move away from legacy manufacturers and embrace new Chinese brands. Can traditional Japanese and European manufacturers compete on price (not really), performance and technology? Perhaps bringing back proper halo cars could help? Finally, Adam explains why cars like the Ford Bronco and Renault 5 EV can't simply be shipped over and sold here, breaking down the compliance, training, parts, marketing and logistics costs involved in bringing a new model to Australia. And what happens to Leapmotor if Stellantis pulls out of Australia? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 Welcome to Auto Uncovered 01:46 Adam dodges a Skoda-shaped bullet 04:08 The used-car history check that changed everything 06:59 The checks you should do before buying a used car 12:58 Are Chinese brands “colonising” the Australian car industry? 15:40 Chinese brands take over established dealerships 20:23 Why dealers are turning away from legacy brands 22:10 Can traditional car brands compete with China? 30:39 Has China overtaken Japanese brands in Australia? 33:50 Do legacy brands need to bring back halo cars? 37:51 Will Leapmotor survive if Stellantis leaves Australia? 42:19 Why Australia matters to Chinese car brands 45:04 Why don’t we get the cool cars in Australia? 45:18 The hidden costs of bringing a new car to Australia 48:57 The problem facing Australia’s aftermarket industry 50:25 Wrapping up

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Are new cars actually better? There's still life left in this debate, so Adam and John are going to keep having it.They dig into the growing amount of tech packed into modern cars, from glitchy screens and cameras to expensive sensors, powered tailgates and useless features most people simply don’t need. All that complexity can mean bigger repair bills and reliability headaches. Depreciation makes buying new hard to justify, so is a five or ten-year-old car actually the smarter choice? Plus, a look at whether motoring media’s obsession with new cars is being driven by the industry itself. Just ignore the ads and the salesman! Then, listener Ian asks what actually defines a luxury car these days? Adam and John debate the difference between genuine luxury and brand prestige, whether the traditional German badges are still worth paying a premium for, and how cheaper alternatives are challenging the old idea of a luxury car. Finally, the conversation turns serious as they discuss the tragic death of Constable Mia Lay, the circumstances surrounding the crash and the bigger questions it raises about high-speed police driving, risk, training and whether current policies need to change. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this episode: 0:00 Intro 1:24 Why are we buying new cars? 3:40 Are older cars actually better? 4:13 Why modern cars are less reliable 6:22 The rising cost of car repairs 8:25 How much car tech is actually useful? 11:13 The problem with unnecessary features 13:02 Upgrading old cars vs new cars 14:38 Are car reviewers biased towards new cars? 17:46 What actually makes a luxury car? 22:28 Are traditional luxury brands losing their appeal? 24:12 The death of Constable Mia Lay 26:00 Questions over police driving speeds 28:37 Do police driving policies need to change? 32:12 Questions for NSW Police leadership 35:10 What needs to change?

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] John and Adam pull apart ABC Four Corners' BYD hacking exposé, arguing that every modern car collects your data and can be hacked through its CAN bus, no matter where it's built. They break down the TV tricks used to steer viewers, what the story should have covered instead, and answer a listener question on whether legacy brands can fight back against China, and why halo cars might be their best shot. Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Skip ahead:00:00 - Intro01:04 - Four Corners' BYD exposé03:50 - Every car is spying09:50 - CAN bus hacking13:21 - China as a trading partner15:39 - On bullshit17:45 - Inside China20:09 - Current affairs tricks25:07 - What they should've covered27:02 - Can legacy brands compete?33:04 - Halo cars and heritage36:52 - Wrap up Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] needs to trade in his beloved Fiesta ST for something more practical, and in the process uncovers a gold mine of enthusiast cars now sitting between $20,000 and $30,000 used, from hot hatches and rear-drive sedans to V8 SUVs and future classics. A listener asks what makes car brands keep their die-hard fans, and John and Adam finish with simple ways to cut your motoring costs, why buying an EV to save on fuel doesn't add up, and why petrol is still almost free when you look at what it does for you.Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDrivenSkip ahead:00:00 - Intro00:47 - Replacing the Fiesta ST01:47 - The $20-30K gold mine03:11 - SUVs and hot hatches08:43 - Rear-drive sedans and coupes13:22 - Peak car17:11 - Adam's shortlist17:55 - What keeps enthusiasts loyal24:03 - Cutting motoring costs31:01 - EVs and depreciation33:20 - The real value of fuel39:12 - Wrap upJoin auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Adam Morris (ReDriven) and John Cadogan (Auto Expert) kick off with a chat about Ford’s new Bronco Basecamp: will buyers care that it’s built in China but marketed as something else? What are the tools every driver should keep in their car? The guys discuss it and John shows off his oversized wrench. From there, Adam shares some alarming insurance stories involving modified vehicles, denied claims and drivers discovering they weren’t covered when they thought they were. It’s a timely reminder to check exactly what your policy covers before you need to make a claim. They also debate a proposal that could see all drivers pay a road user charge, while also keeping fuel excise in place as a separate "pollution tax". It would effectively mean many motorists are paying twice. Is it fair for people who can't easily switch to an EV? Are governments sending mixed messages by encouraging EV adoption while looking for new ways to tax drivers? Finally, a listener asks the question: are any modern cars built to last, or are the days of keeping a car for 20 years coming to an end? In this episode: 00:00 Intro & What’s Coming Up 03:01 Ford Bronco BaseCamp: Will Buyers Care It’s Made in China? 06:58 Essential Car Toolkit: What Should Every Driver Carry? 12:29 Insurance Horror Stories: Why Claims Are Being Rejected 25:31 Tesla FSD Insurance Discounts Explained 30:21 Are "Forever Cars" Dead? Which Cars Will Survive 20+ Years? 38:04 EV Road User Tax Debate: Should Everyone Pay? 42:34 Why Cheap Used Hybrids Make More Sense Than New EVs 47:44 The Case for Smaller Cars in Australia 52:52 Send Us Your Questions Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Adam and John tackle claims that Chinese EVs are spying on drivers. The real privacy concern isn't China, but the amount of data every modern car manufacturer collects, stores and monetises. If you're worried about someone collecting your data you should probably delete Facebook. A Mozilla report found that all major car brands failed basic privacy standards. Find the report here: https://www.mozillafoundation.org/en/blog/privacy-nightmare-on-wheels-every-car-brand-reviewed-by-mozilla-including-ford-volkswagen-and-toyota-flunks-privacy-test/ Should consumers be more worried about big tech and car companies than foreign governments? Zuckerberg or Xi - who would you rather gets your data? The conversation then shifts to automotive regulations, as ADAS frustrations, outdated road laws and safety rules that haven't kept pace with modern vehicle technology boil over. Finally Adam and John review several major new vehicle announcements, including Ford's Bronco Base Camp, the new Nissan Patrol and Mitsubishi Pajero, debating whether these products can revive struggling brands and why enthusiast criticism often misses what mainstream buyers actually want. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this episode: 00:00 Chinese EV Spyware? Separating Fact From Conspiracy 01:15 "Your Car Is Spying On You" Claims Explained 02:22 The CCP, Data Harvesting & Internet Myths 04:05 Why Social Media Knows More Than Your Car 05:17 The Privacy Nightmare Inside Modern Cars 06:35 Can Car Companies Sell Your Data? 08:22 Why Journalists Should Care About Vehicle Data Collection 10:55 Is Technology Ruining Modern Cars? 12:04 The Real Threat: Carmakers Monetising Drivers 15:13 The Car Laws & Regulations That Need An Overhaul 17:28 Is ANCAP Finally Fixing ADAS? 18:03 Why Modern Cars Are Harder To Escape In Emergencies 19:54 Tesla Door Handles & Safety Risks 21:29 Ford Bronco Base Camp: Brilliant Idea Or Fake Bronco? 23:38 Why Most Buyers Don't Need A "Real" Off-Roader 24:05 Keyboard Warriors vs Real Car Buyers 26:22 What Will The Bronco Base Camp Cost? 27:50 Why Ford Might Have Got This One Right 29:03 New Mitsubishi Pajero Pricing Revealed 29:46 Can The Pajero Save Mitsubishi? 31:58 New Nissan Patrol Pricing & First Impressions 32:32 The V6 Patrol's Secret GT-R Connection 35:15 Why Nissan & Mitsubishi Are Fighting For Survival

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John Cadogan and Adam Morris analyse why some manual gearboxes feel magical while others feel terrible, with a detour into the wonderful world of Japanese tool engineering. From there it gets serious with a look at the oil filter recall affecting popular utes and SUVs; saving a few dollars on servicing components can become a very expensive mistake. Then it's a listener question: Ven asks about bull bars and pedestrian safety regulations. Finally Adam and John have one of their most lively debates about whether Tesla has been quietly building brand loyalty with younger generations through tech, games, and EV culture, and whether today's kids might one day treat early Teslas the same way previous generations idolised classic Japanese performance cars. For Boomers it was the Mustang, for Gen X Impreza's and Skyline's: for Gen Z will it be the Model S? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro 01:30 – Why some manual transmissions feel incredible and others don't 04:50 – Japanese tools, engineering finesse, and surprisingly satisfying screwdrivers 11:15 – Major oil filter recall: what owners of D-Max, MU-X and BT-50s need to know 16:45 – Why cheap servicing can become very expensive 23:30 – Listener question: How are bull bars still legal if pedestrian safety rules are so strict? 28:00 – Bull bars, roadside safety, and the regulatory contradictions 32:20 – Has Tesla been quietly indoctrinating the next generation of car buyers? 37:00 – Will today's Teslas become tomorrow's collectibles? 45:45 – Final thoughts and listener call-out

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John Cadogan and Adam Morris dive headfirst into the debate surrounding the incoming Chery Stockman diesel plug-in hybrid ute, tackling claims about DPF issues, diesel hybrid technology, and why internet "experts" might be underestimating modern engineering. Also, are today's tech-heavy cars really less reliable than older vehicles? They analyse turbochargers and hybrid systems to plastic engine components and manufacturer cost-cutting. Plus, what are the ultimate "forever cars": the vehicles they'd happily drive for the next 30 to 40 years? Ford Falcons and Lexus V8s to Audi TTs, Toyota Crowns and classic Volvos, what cars stand the test of time? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro and the Volkswagen EA888 water pump joke 00:40 – Chery's new diesel PHEV ute and DPF concerns 04:00 – Why diesel hybrids may be better at DPF regeneration than traditional diesels 11:00 – The growing divide between internet opinion and engineering reality 16:00 – Listener question from 'Rugby' (real name TBC): Do turbos, hybrids and modern drivetrains reduce longevity? 19:00 – Reliability, bean counters and why some parts fail prematurely 23:00 – What makes a true "forever car"? 24:00 – Ford Mustang GT and Bullitt editions 26:00 – Lexus LC500 and Lexus F models 28:00 – Audi TT RS and the last great manual five-cylinder Audi 29:00 – Toyota Crown: the overlooked luxury bargain 31:00 – Toyota Hilux, Surf and 4Runner future classics 32:00 – Volvo 240: the indestructible Swede 33:00 – John's unexpected dream garage picks

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected]     Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJC Check out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven     John Cadogan and Adam Morris debate whether technology is making cars worse. From giant touchscreens and subscription-locked features to in-car advertising and increasingly complex electronics, the pair debatewhether we've already passed "peak car."   Listener Tim asks a question about the risks of buying first-generation vehicles, and John and Adam discuss reliability, development cycles, and why some new models are safer bets than others.   Should buyers treat all Chinese brands the same? Adam and John discuss why established players like GWM deserve to be judged differently to newer arrivals, and how global engineering teams are blurring traditional notions of where cars really come from.   Plus, there's a growing trend of questionable automotive surveys and media reports, creating headlines that say a lot but don't tell the whole story. In this episode: 00:00 – Intro 00:57 – Have Cars Become Too Techy? 02:18 – Paying Extra for What You Already Own 10:40 – Why Modern Cars Break So Easily 15:00 – Never Buy the First Model? 18:20 – The Truth About Chinese Cars 22:30 – How Survey Statistics Mislead You 34:10 – Are We Being Sold a Lie? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) andAdam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars,dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't wantyou to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven There's a common transmission mistake costing drivers thousands. This week Adam and John go deep on it, as well as exploring why small EVs struggle to gain traction despite making more practical sense. Why are EVs all so big, expensive and heavy? Plus, why a full dealer service history isn't always the gold standard it's made out to be. There's discussion about warranty myths, dealership upselling, servicing horror stories, and how consumer law protects motorists regardless of where they have their vehicle serviced. You don't need to get your car serviced at the dealer - a local mechanic will save you thousands. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this episode:   00:00 Intro   01:06 The transmission mistake costing drivers thousands   02:27 Why sitting on the clutch wears out your engine   03:31 The world's worst gearbox?   05:13 The dual-clutch transmission epidemic   07:29 Why drivers are unknowingly destroying DCTs   08:35 "Filled for life" transmission myths   10:52 Have dual-clutch gearboxes become pointless?   12:42 Manual mode vs automatic mode   14:45 Why are EVs so big and heavy?   16:19 The obsession with EV range   17:39 Why carmakers prefer big EVs   19:04 What's the smallest EV you can buy?   21:32 Dealer servicing vs independent mechanics   22:10 The Mitsubishi Alice Springs warranty problem   24:24 Servicing horror stories from dealerships   27:09 The oil-change scam   28:09 The spark plug shortcut   29:15 Dealership upselling tactics   31:20 John's battery warranty battle   34:08 The "Cirque du Soleil" of ripping offcustomers   35:39 Genuine parts markups exposed   38:19 Why independent mechanics can save you money   40:19 Do you need dealer servicing to keep your warranty?

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John and Adam take aim at the latest ANCAP rule changes and ask a simple question: are safety ratings becoming more confusing than helpful? There's a growing gap between real-world driving safety and bureaucratic targets, so what can be done? This week's listener question wonders what the future might have held for Holden and Ford had local manufacturing survived; Adam would have liked to see Holden HSV as a premium brand in the vein of Lexus. Plus, do dealer cars still need pre-purchase inspections? And John reveals his latest purchase: a manual Ford Falcon ute that sparks a passionate discussion about why older cars might be making a comeback. Is it better (and more fun) to buy an old car with a lot of ks, and just upgrade it to the latest tech? Is that a trend we're seeing more of now? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro and ANCAP's latest "escape hammer" requirement 02:20 – Why ANCAP's changing safety ratings are causing confusion 08:20 – ADAS systems: safety feature or daily annoyance? 15:45 – Are we focusing on technology instead of better driver training? 20:23 – What would Holden and Ford look like today if local manufacturing survived? 24:36 – Do dealer cars still need a pre-purchase inspection? 29:26 – John's new project car: a manual BF Falcon ute 32:30 – Why younger drivers are embracing older, analogue cars 38:00 – Are modern cars losing the connection drivers really want? 40:40 – How much does it cost to modernise an older vehicle?

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Is Stellantis quietly pulling out of Australia? With Fiat officially exiting the local market, Adam and John examine what it means for owners, whether Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Peugeot and Maserati could be next, and why Maserati's latest AI-generated advertising campaign has them genuinely worried about the future of the brand. They also debate which Stellantis vehicles are actually worth owning, from the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio to the iconic Jeep Wrangler. Plus, Ferrari are back with their first "manual" V12 in over ten years - how excited should we be? And John is fooled by an AI-generated band. Finally, listener Alan asks how driver licensing should be reimagined from the ground up, prompting a passionate discussion on driver training, road safety and courtesy behind the wheel. To wrap things up, John delivers an unexpectedly entertaining deep dive into one of the handiest tools you can keep in your garage or roadside kit. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. Skip ahead:00:00 Intro 01:10 Fiat Exits Australia 03:25 Stellantis Brands Under Pressure 06:25 Maserati’s AI Ad Disaster 09:00 AI Music Is Getting Too Good 12:00 Would We Buy Any Stellantis Car? 16:30 The Jeep Debate Gets Heated 21:20 Ferrari’s New “Manual” Transmission 23:05 Why EVs Need More Engagement 25:35 How We’d Fix Driver Training 34:25 Adam Fondles John's Nuts 36:10 BMW Brake Job Nightmare 37:30 The Pliers Wrench Explained 43:00 Why This Tool Is Brilliant 48:10 Road Trip Tools You Actually Need

Got any questions? Ask away! [email protected] Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Are new cars really getting more expensive? Using inflation-adjusted pricing, John and Adam compare modern cars against those 90s and early-2000s classics like the Hyundai Getz and Honda Prelude and come to a surprising conclusion. Chery's game-changing plug-in hybrid ute is looking the goods, but how does it stack up specs-wise? What's the future of Chinese manufacturers in Australia? And is an old Falcon ute actually a smarter buy than a brand-new Hilux for a tradie? Plus, a listener question about why Ford and Holden failed to adapt to changing market demands, and some delightfully impractical automotive project-car fantasies. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. Skip ahead: 00:00 – Intro 01:13 – Are modern cars really overpriced? 01:42 – Chery’s wild new hybrid ute explained 03:55 – When 300kW was supercar territory 05:00 – Why Chinese car makers are moving faster than everyone else 08:31 – Comparing the Chery to Ranger, Hilux and RAM 10:07 – Is the Kia Tasman already in trouble? 14:08 – BYD Shark 6, TRD Hilux nostalgia and performance utes 19:39 – Why Ford and Holden failed to adapt 25:25 – The downfall of Australian car manufacturing 26:51 – Are new cars actually cheaper than ever? 30:43 – Cost of living vs car affordability 33:27 – Can a $20K Falcon ute feel modern? 39:22 – Why old Aussie utes still make sense 41:46 – Dream project cars: Falcon one-tonners & FBI-spec Statesmans 43:04 – Outro