
Overdrive: Cars, Transport and Culture. A weekly radio program featuring motoring & transport news from Australia & around the world, road tests, feature interviews & quirky stories. David Brown is a respected motoring broadcaster heard online and across Australia on commercial, public and community radio.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 505 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

Short description David Brown and Paul Murrell explore the forces reshaping the automotive world, from Porsche’s restructuring and Honda’s compact electric city car to Hyundai’s 40-year journey in Australia. They celebrate engineering heritage, revie... more
Short description Victoria’s transport infrastructure dominates this episode as David Brown and Brian Smith examine the politics, planning and economics behind major projects, including the Suburban Rail Loop and Infrastructure Australia. They also d... more
Short description David Brown and Paul Murrell examine the pressures reshaping the automotive industry, from Volkswagen’s restructuring and the rise of Chinese manufacturers to BMW’s expanding EV line-up and Mercedes-Maybach’s new approach to luxury.... more
David Brown and Paul Murrell unpack BYD’s full refund offer after a model-year mix-up, assess new budget EVs from Geely, and examine why plug-in hybrid utes could be the practical choice for Australian buyers. They also explore Chinese brands’ sales ... more
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good as some background podcast where you don't need to pay constant attention. presented like an old am radio talk show. the hosts talk about random things and eventually come back to the topic. there is attempt at humour and no chemistry between the hosts. if you are looking for the info in the title be ready to wait.
Insightful and often quite funny
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A weekly, data-driven motoring and transport discussion that blends road tests, industry news, and policy analysis with approachable banter. Topics span car pricing, EV adoption, urban mobility, driver safety, and technology's impact on driving experience, often featuring practitioners from seniordriver.au and other transport-focused circles. Noteworthy is the show's habit of pairing practical, everyday driving concerns with broader policy implications, plus a guest roster that brings expert perspectives on driving culture, vehicle ownership economics, and safety. This mix helps listeners gauge how policy, technology, and design influence real-world mobility in Australia and beyond, making it a strong pick for both car enthusiasts and profe... more
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Recent guests on Overdrive include:
1. Brian Smith
2. Paul Murrell
3. Michael Regan
4. Ken Dobinson
5. Professor David Hensher
6. Justin Douglas
7. Stuart Sharp
8. Fred Brain
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