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We love cars, and we love sharing our love for cars with you. CarExpert was founded by a team of Australia’s best journalists and focuses on bringing you unbiased and independent car news and reviews. Subscribe and let us become your go to car expert!
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A show for your entertainment -recorded conversations with car people that I know. The General Motors exec that built the plant in Russia, Derek Bell (LeMans and Suntrust (Rolex) 24), an Emmy Award winning NASCAR/ Michelin TV man who did the Audrain Concour d'Elegance car culture feature film, a supercar restorer, Ferrari VP, Lotus and Bentley execs, Rolls-Royce USA General Manager (and St Michaels Concour founder, past automotive salespeople, car museum curator, dealers, interesting/famous ...
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VFACTS February is out and the battle to be Australia's favourite car isn't really slowing down. Sean and James run through all the numbers from VFACTS including who is winning and who is losing out, PLUS the boys talk about they cars they have been driving and James tells us about the coolest cars he saw at the Formula 1 over the weekend. Read the…
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GWM are making moves in Australia to become a top 5 brand, with their new Tank 300 diesel and Cannon ute offering budget work horses for the masses. Sean and James sit down to chat through the news, plus the latest victims of Australia's efficiency scheme and how manufacturers are fighting back against the 4x4 aftermarket. Welcome to the CarExpert …
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The first numbers of 2025 are in and there is officially a new king in town! Sean and James run through the winners and losers in the first VFACTS of 2025. PLUS, more cars on the chopping block thanks to ADR changes AND James details what it's like going 280km/h down Mt Panorama. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is …
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The BYD Shark 6 is one of the most talked about cars in Australia right now, but an oversight in the software may ruin it for anyone wanting to tow. Sean and James dive into what’s sure to upset some owners. They also look at the recent cull of most of Mitsubishi’s product lineup in Australia and detail what they like (and don’t like) about the new…
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The CarExpert podcast is BACK! Sean and James dive into the numbers from VFACTS 2024, to reveal who won, who lost out and who surprised in 2024. They also take a look at the recently spied Toyota HiLux and the freshly unveiled Tesla Model Y. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExpert James Wong…
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James and Sean are joined by marketplace journalist Josh Nevett, who recently returned from a trip driving the BYD Shark pickup. James tells us what it is like to play James Bond for a day driving the new Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, Sean details why he likes the Nissan Qashqai e-Power and the guys run you through the cheapest manual cars you can buy…
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Sean and James are joined by Jack Quick to take a deep dive into VFACTS for October. The guys break down the top sellers, the surprises and what they expect to see as we edge towards the end of the year. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExpert James Wong and a rotating guest to chat the late…
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The Podcast is back! After a couple of weeks off, James and Max join Sean in a slightly revamped podcast to talk about the sudden inrush of new utes in Australia, the cheapest EVs on sale and the claim that Australia could handle 1 million Teslas? Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sean Lander is joined by resident CarExpert Jame…
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With the editorial crew in all corners of the globe, Sean is left alone to host a Newscast episode of the CarExpert Podcast for the next 2 episodes. In this episode, Sean covers off some surprising news about the 2025 Toyota Rav4, Australia’s new biggest carmaker and the updated Mazda BT-50. BYD Shark pricing and Australia’s cheapest hybrids make a…
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Marketplace Journalist Max Davies joins Sean and James on the panel to talk about the recently announced Lexus LX700h, the return of the Subaru STi and James has been driving the new Corvette E-Ray. Read James' Corvette review: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-reviews/2025-chevrolet-corvette-review-quick-drive Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now…
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Sean and James are joined by Jack Quick to break down all the big numbers from VFACTS. The guys take a look at the top brands and models, as well as a deeper look in to what is happening with EV sales in Australia. VFACTS by the numbers: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/vfacts-september-2024-sales-slump-but-hybrids-phevs-continue-to-grow Want …
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Marketplace journalist Max Davies joins Sean and James on the podcast to talk about what it’s like to go the an Audi drive day, and how their desire for an electric future is taking a slight detour. The guys also discuss some comments from the Nissan Australia Boss and the new Toyota Camry takes centre stage. Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now …
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Jack Quick and Josh Nevett join Sean on the podcast to talk about the recent announcements from Toyota, Scott sends a message from the great beyond about the Ford Mustang Dark Horse and the guys detail what you can expect on the new Ford Ranger PHEV. Insurance data shows Hybrids the cheapest to insure: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/evs-more…
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Sean, Scott and James sit down for the final time as a trio to talk about Volkswagen’s cash flow troubles, James tells us what it’s like to drive a Kia EV3 around Korea and Scott details the precision required to pilot a McLaren Artura around the streets of Sydney. VW layoffs article: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/volkswagen-tells-angry-wor…
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Paul Maric joins direct from the launch of the 2026 Y63 Nissan Patrol to give us all the details. Scott and Sean cover all the big numbers for August VFACTS including who won and who lost out. Watch Paul's Patrol walkaround: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSRo0E-O9rM&t=121s Read all about VFACTS August: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/vfacts…
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Sean, James and Scott sit down to chat about the recently unveiled MG ZS Hybrid update, due in Australia in 2025. They guys also dive into what it’s actually like to go on a new car launch. FULL 2025 MG ZS details: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2025-mg-zs-revealed-when-toyota-hyundai-hybrid-rival-is-due-in-australia Welcome to the CarExpert…
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Sean, Scott and James cover off the details behind BMWs secret stop-sale and recall, the guys detail the new Ford Ranger and Everest Tremor variants plus the Suzuki Jimny XL is in the spotlight this week. Check out William Stopford’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williamstopford.cars/ Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Host Sea…
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Sean, James and Scott sum up some of the biggest news to come out of the automotive world this week, including the demise of Lamborghini's wonderful V10, the BIG dilemma of the new BMW M5 Touring and they take a look at the most exciting cars that are coming to Australia in the second half of 2024. All the cars coming to Aus in 2024: https://www.ca…
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Sean, James and Scott run through all the VFACTS data for July, where there has been a big shakeup in the top 5. James spills the beans on the new Porsche Taycan and the guys decide which car they would have over a Tesla Model Y. VFACTS: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/vfacts-july-2024-hybrids-star-evs-stall-in-another-record-month What to bu…
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Sean and James are joined by Josh Nevett to talk about the return of the mighty Toyota FJ Cruiser, the recently revealed 1050HP Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and the hybrids that Australia NEEDS to get. Read all the top news stories from the podcast: GWM Tank 300 Recalled: GWM Tank 300 recalled 2025 Nissan Patrol details: 2025 Nissan Patrol spied testing …
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James, Scott and Sean sit down to discuss the new hot hatch/SUV from Lexus, the LBX Morizo RR. The team reveal which cars they think should come to Australia on the back of Smart’s return and the new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is in the spotlight. Read all about the Lexuz LBX Morizo RR: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2025-lexus-lbx-morizo-luxurio…
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Introducing the CarExpert Newscast - a short format podcast hosted by podcast host Sean Lander, that covers the biggest automotive news stories in Australia. This week, Ferrari fights back against counterfeit items - and cars! Chinese newcomer JAC has paired back it’s initial tow capacity claims on the new T9 ute & Aussie manufacturing is in the sp…
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Sean and James run through all the numbers from June VFACTS and give a mid-year update on how new car sales are going in Australia, Paul Maric joins the podcast to talk about the end of the V8 Toyota LandCruiser and the newly spied Tesla Model Y. Toyota LandCruiser vs Mahindra Pik-Up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5TY2m7EQsI&t=222s Why Tesla sal…
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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 s…
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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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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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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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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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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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