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The Driver's Show

Paul Maric and Gordie Waters

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What do you get when you combine one of Australia’s leading motoring experts, co-founder of CarExpert.com.au, motoring expert with more motor knowledge and passion than all nine instalments of Fast & Furious combined, and a fast-talking, wise-cracking, radio host with a not-so-secret passion for cars? This. The Driver's Show. With Paul Maric and Gordie Waters. No Stig. No Schtick. Just two guys talking about what they know and love – cars. The Driver's Show with Paul and Gordie is a weekly p ...
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Sean, Scott and James tackle cheap and cheerful motoring this week by taking a look at Australia’s cheapest new cars. Since MG released the new MG3 prices have gone up, but are there still bargains to be found? Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and James Wong to chat the …
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Get the full VFACTS breakdown: VFACTS May 2024: Hybrid and EV sales drive another record month The guys sit down to run through everyones favourite monthly numbers, VFACTS, and admit maybe they were wrong about their earlier predictions. Scott and James detail Toyota move to hybrid-only models for their most popular vehicles and in celebration of t…
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Sean, Scott and James catch up on the biggest story of the week, the pricing for the 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado 250 Series and James tells us everything we need to know about the new BYD Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid he drove recently. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and …
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It’s End of Financial Year time, so we have compiled the best deals for you in one place. Josh joins Sean and James as they run you through them, all of which can be found by googling “Help Me CarExpert”. The guys also discuss the new pricing for the updated Kia Sorento Hybrid and James tells us about the new Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max. Welcome to the C…
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Scott and Sean run through how a number of EV manufacturers in Australia are slashing their prices (some as much as $25,000) before Scott details why he loves the new Aston Martin Vantage so much. 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 auto…
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Well, our dry spell is over, Back into the swing of things, we talk Toyota's BZ4x, the Cybertruck in OZ, Kia's Tasman Ute, the Lambo Urus SE, plus the boys get in and drive around the BYD Seal Performance and Hyundai's crazy IONIQ 5 N. Plus Donna calls in and Gordie heckles a listener. Catch us on Instagram at @thedriversshow.com.au and shoot us an…
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You all asked for it - this is our full breakdown of EV running costs! We looked at the GWM Ora, Tesla Model Y RWD, Kia EV9 Air and a Toyota Rav4 GX Hybrid covering everything from insurance, tyres, charging/fuel, servicing and we even did our best to try and work out some resale figures on them. We even chat to Paul about his ownership experience.…
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Marketplace journalist Josh Nevett joins the CarExpert Podcast in Scott’s absence, helping James and Sean run through all the important numbers from April’s edition of VFACTS PLUS the guys talk about why the Ford Ranger and Everest have both received price increases for the second half of this year. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! …
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The guys break down everything exciting to come out of the Beijing Motor Show so far, detailing what is and isn’t likely for Australia PLUS since Tesla dropped a Cybertruck in Sydney over the weekend, they talk about whether we are ever likely to see it come down under permanently. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander i…
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Marketplace journalist Josh Nevett joins the CarExpert Podcast this week as they discuss some new details about the upcoming Kia Tasman ute, the downfall of Aussie company Tritium and what it means for local EV chargers and they guys give their thoughts on the new Mitsubishi Triton now everyone in the office has driven it. Welcome to the CarExpert …
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This week, the guys talk about the ballistic Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, Alfa Romeo’s move into the EV world and the Mahindra Scorpio is in the spotlight. 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. Hyundai Ioniq 5 N re…
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We are finally answering the much requested question of EV running costs this week, the guys break down March VFACTS and James tells us a little about the new Kia Sportage Hybrid. 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 r…
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Sean, Scott and James dive into their favourite parts of the Australian Formula 1 race weekend, they discuss the possibility of a Hybrid Toyota Prado that was teased by Toyota themselves and James tells us all about the new Toyota C-HR he drove recently. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExpe…
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Welcome to a special episode of The CarExpert Podcast. CarExpert founders Alborz and Tony sit down with the founders of Collecting Cars, Chris Harris and Edward Lovett, to talk all about their business, car trends, favourite cars and Aussie car culture. Would you like to see more interviews like this? Leave a comment and let us know. Where to find …
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Trevor Long joins us, we talk about his new car (Gordie hates it). Gordie breaks a perfectly good, brand new Supra, plus the lads review a very used LandCruiser 300 Series. We do get serious and talk emissions targets and EV battery health diagnostics for selling your car. Big fun, fat episode...just the way you like it. Catch us on Instagram at @t…
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This week on the CarExpert podcast, the guys talk about the Melbourne city council keen to charge higher parking fees to utes and large SUVs, Volkswagens recently announced ID.3 GTX, James runs us through how Nissan’s new hybrid system works in the Qashqai and a preview of a special episode with Chris Harris coming soon. Welcome to the CarExpert Po…
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The team break down the February VFacts, James tells us all about the hyper Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and could the FJ Cruiser be making a comeback? 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 Pod…
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Jack Quick joins the podcast this week to tell us all about the epic Hyundai i30 Sedan N, James finally fills us in on the new Mitsubishi Triton and the boys discuss the recently announced Kia Tasman ute. Kia Tasman ute is official: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/kia-tasman-ute-reveal-first-australian-deliveries-for-toyota-hilux-rival-locked…
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The panel break down the recent news that Subaru have cut $8000 from their yet to be released EV, how Toyota have had a terrible start to 2024 and answer some of your questions. 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 rev…
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The gang is back in the office this week, bringing you all the numbers from January VFACTS, Scott tells us all about the new Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 Hybrid PLUS you can win a $200 fuel voucher thanks to Ampol! Details in the podcast. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and Ja…
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This episode we talk about Paul’s trip to the US, along with all the charging issues he had with a rental Rivian. We also chat about the last petrol Audi RS6, BMW's canned i16 and Paul reports back on driving the new 2024 Lexus GX! Rate, subscribe, share..we need to buy Donna donuts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Sean and Paul are in the USA this week checking out some cars unique to America. They chat about the Lexus GX and how it drives, the Rivian R1S and Los Angeles' EV charging network - should Australia be learning from our American cousins? PLUS you can win a $200 fuel voucher thanks to Ampol! Details in the podcast. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast …
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We asked you to write in with your questions about 2024, and did you deliver. We talk about Toyota (a lot!), SUVs and utes PLUS you can win a $200 fuel voucher thanks to Ampol! Details in the podcast. Every new car coming in 2024: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/all-the-new-cars-utes-and-suvs-coming-to-australia-in-2024-and-beyond Welcome to …
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Sean clears the air on some recent bias claims levelled at the podcast, the guys talk about the buzz surrounding the new electric Porsche Macan, Scott explains why Ford are wanting to give everyone a 48 inch infotainment screen and the new Kia Sorento is in the spotlight. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined b…
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And we are BACK! No ones in too much of a hurry in Port Macquarie. We talk our holiday road trips, Gordie's new car issues, Paul's controversial EV experiment, Tesla forced to pause sales and we myth bust the viral Cybertruck v Porsche 911 drag test. Also we answer your questions...got one..email us or DM our Insta! See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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This week on the CarExpert Podcast, the guys react to your feedback on our recent EV v Petrol road trip, Ford are back in hot water with their Australian F-150 being recalled again whilst their American brethern have a hot new F-150 Lightning and they boys talk about our recent Hot Hatch drag race where Scott proved he wasn't the F1 driver he thoug…
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This week, the team looks into the sudden off loading of Hertz USA's EV fleet, they talk through the coolest concepts unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and the VW Amarok is in the hot seat this week. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and James Wong to…
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The CarExpert Podcast is back for 2024! The guys give a full and detailed wrap of the 2023 VFACTS numbers, Scott tells us about Ford's F-150 stop sale and James fills us in on Kia's stink bug problem. 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 …
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It's the CarExpert Podcast Christmas Special! The guys are feeling very merry and dive into the wrap up of 2023 at CarExpert. They discuss their favourite cars of the year, the biggest disappointments, what to look forward to in 2024 and some great Christmas gift ideas for the petrol head in your life. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in vide…
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This week, the panel talks the latest VFACTS sales figures and how Australia is on track for an all-time record. Mitsubishi wins a case in the High Court and the question is raised, should we have access to more monitoring technology for our cars. Want to win $400 of FREE fuel? Email us podcast@carexpert.com.au with you name, phone number and tell …
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The Driver's Show Christmas special, with the return of John Cadogan! John Cadogan is an Automotive journalist, founder of AutoExpert.com.au, YouTuber and lover of ball deoderang. This episode John goes into his thoughts on the launch of Tesla's Cybertruck, EV fires and even drops off some pressies for the boys!! Please rate, subscribe and send car…
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Scott returns to the Podcast to tell Sean and James all about the new Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series; James fills us in on his off-road test of the new Ineos Grenadier; and the guys chat about Ford slashing the price of the new Mustang Mach-E before it's even on sale in Australia! Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is j…
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Sean and James are joined by Paul Maric, fresh back from his recent trip to India to talk about what Mahindra is up to. They guys take a look at the recently unveiled Hyundai Santa Fe and in good news for EV owners in Victoria, you’re getting some money back from the government! James tells us how. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! H…
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Sorry about the delay..this episode we sit down and have a big old pow-wow about everything that's been happening. Gordie's been drifting, Paul's been on a road trip with a BMW. Plus we talk a hospital that's banned EV charging, a new accessory in the Cherry Tiggo 7 Pro, the new Porsche Panamera, and we review KIA's EV9. Please rate, subscribe and …
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Sean is joined by Paul Maric live in India on a top secret trip. Mitsubishi Triton pricing is front and centre, Paul fills us in on a Melbourne hospital banning the charging of electric cars, and the guys give their first impressions of what it’s like to travel on Indian roads.By CarExpert.com.au
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Sean, Scott and James take a look at the MG 4 XPower - the $60k super hatch. The guys give their impressions of newly announced 2025 Subaru Forester and they discuss whether Australian speed limits are too low. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and James Wong to chat the …
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Sean, Scott and James chat the upcoming dual-cab utes with varying levels of electrification; Ford’s lofty pricing for the next-generation Mustang; and the hardy Mahindra Pik-Up is in the spotlight for this week’s car review. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExperts Scott Collie and James Wo…
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It's our Japan special! James Wong joins Sean and Scott to talk everything exciting from the Tokyo Motor Show, take a look at Toyota's claims that used EV's are worth less, and the brand new Honda CR-V is in the spotlight! PLUS Alborz and Paul make a special visit LIVE from Tokyo. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is…
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It's a fun episode! Co-founder of CarExpert.com.au Alborz Fallah hangs out, and things quickly get out of control. We talk the origin story of one of the biggest automotive websites in Australia and the trials and tribulations that happened to get there. Alborz talks his car collection, the break-ins, and just general shenanigans from working with …
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Sean, Scott and Jade are back talking about EV owners beating the Victorian government in the High Court, Ranger Raptor engine issues that could lead to replacements and the Super SUV from BMW, the XW is in the spotlight this week. Welcome to our new video podcast! While we've been publishing the CarExpert Podcast as an audio podcast for some time,…
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Sean, Jade and Scott pick their ideal first cars for under $25,000; Scott details the latest delays in Apple’s long talked about car; and the team dive into the world of subscription car services. Welcome to our new video podcast! While we’ve been publishing the CarExpert Podcast as an audio podcast for some time, we wanted to change things up with…
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Our tech expert Trevor Long storms in the studio before we even get a chance to play the intro music and enthusiastically tells us everything he's been up to in the world of car tech. From rumours of the Apple Car to why some manufacturers can't get wireless CarPlay. He also tells a mildly OK story about driving the Nürburgring in a hire car. Gordi…
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Sean, Scott and Jade decode last months vehicle sales with a breakdown of September VFACTS, they take a look at Cadillac’s potential return to Australia and Scott tells us all about the Nissan Patrol Warrior. Welcome to our new video podcast! While we’ve been publishing the CarExpert Podcast as an audio podcast for some time, we wanted to change th…
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Want to meet the team? FREE tickets to the CarExpert Melbourne Showcase Event HERE: CarExpert Open Day Sean, Jade and Scott dissect Hyundai’s recent claims that Australia’s EV charging infrastructure is a mess; they take a look at new digital number plates being trialled in the USA; and the MG 4 is in the spotlight as Scott and Jade share their rec…
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Sean and Scott are joined by news guru Jack Quick to chat about the demise of Volvo's diesel range, Ford's plug-in hybrid Ranger and VW's new-generation Tiguan. 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 …
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Sean, Jade and Scott chat about how we will fuel our cars in the future with hydrogen front and centre at the recent Munich motor show. Scott throws on some PPE to teach Jade how to drive a manual and the team explains how you can meet them at the CarExpert.com.au Melbourne Showcase Event! Want to meet the team? FREE tickets to the CarExpert Melbou…
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Paul is live from Barcelona with the latest from the 2023 Munich Motor Show! He talks his favourites, including the VW ID.GTI , Tesla's revamped Model 3, some very cool Cupras plus his favourite Schnitzel! He also gets a voicemail from his beloved side piece Donna! Please rate, subscribe and send carrots for Pavle's horse Gunter, he's starving!! We…
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This week, Sean, Jade and Scott look at the best selling cars in Australia, argue over the hottest metal at IAA Mobility in Munich, and Jade tells us what it's like to take part in Isuzu's iVenture Club. Sales results: VFACTS for August 2023 Where to find the CarExpert Podcast You can find the CarExpert Podcast on your favourite podcast platform. I…
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This week, Sean, Jade and Scott take a deep dive into the new Tesla Model 3, unpack Mercedes-Benz’s recent win in court, and answer a ton of YOUR questions! 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 Podc…
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This episode, we get comedian and broadcaster Merrick Watts, register him as an Uber Driver, and throw him the keys to a Lamborghini Huracan. We then take him into The Driver's Show studios for a chat about his love of cars and the insane cars he's collected over the years. Gordie also has a backstage meltdown on the studio tech not working, it got…
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