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Overdrive

David Brown
Electric Vehicles
Road Safety
Hyundai I30n
Alfa Romeo Tonale
Automotive Industry
Toyota
Nissan X-Trail
Australia
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
Phillip Island Classic Festival Of Motorsport
Great Wall Motors Ora
Nissan Juke
Australian Vehicle Efficiency Standards
Kia EV9
Hybrid Vehicles
Genesis GV70
Nissan Patrol Warrior
Loud Cars
Fiat 500 EV
Psychopathy In Car Ownership

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.

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News XPeng P7 endurance run: A 3961km record sparks scepticism about real-world EV performance and battery stress. Costco–Leapmotor partnership: Bulk-store marketing and discounts reflect new retail strategies in car sales. Skoda colouring-in promoti... more

• Road user charges: NSW confirms plans to introduce a distance-based road user charge • EV range claims: Independent testing shows significant gaps between advertised and real-world EV ranges • Zeekr 7X launch: Chinese brand Zeekr announces its 7X S... more

Car sales: July Australian new car sales rose 2.9%, with Chinese brands climbing Tesla case: A US jury held Tesla partly liable for a fatal crash Idle Off program: Student-led action cut engine idling outside schools by up to 40% Mercedes program: Ma... more

In this episode of Overdrive, David Brown and Brian Smith dive into the quirks, jargon, and big personalities of the motoring and transport world. We start with a NSW Government report on Sydenham Station’s upgrades—dense with transport-speak but eas... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Douglas
Head of Genesis Australia
Genesis
Episode: Overdrive: Everything Electric in transport preview; Genesis GV80; don’t get caught short on a trip
Stuart Sharp
Railway historian
Episode: Overdrive: Everything Electric in transport preview; Genesis GV80; don’t get caught short on a trip
Fred Brain
Resident mechanical engineer and co-host for segments discussing car tests and experiences at automotive events.
Episode: Overdrive: Motor and Masterpieces Show; Lagonda love affair; Hyundai Ioniq N; Jeep Rubicon
Wayne Bell
Rally co-driver and competitor, known for his successful partnership with David Body.
Episode: Overdrive: New Polestar 3; 5 Door Suzuki Jimny; Chinese EV invasion; Two rally stars road to the top
David Body
Rally navigator and competitor, recognized for his long-standing partnership with Wayne Bell.
Episode: Overdrive: New Polestar 3; 5 Door Suzuki Jimny; Chinese EV invasion; Two rally stars road to the top
Winston Reinboth
Developer of a navigation system that provides local insights
Episode: Overdrive: SatNav with directions and local insights; Mazda MX-5 Ragtop; Brisbane’s Light Trams
Evan Jones
Road test expert
Episode: Overdrive: SatNav with directions and local insights; Mazda MX-5 Ragtop; Brisbane’s Light Trams
Professor David Hensher
Founder and Director of the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: The Impact of Hybrid Work on Transport and Urban Planning: Insights from Professor David Hensher
David Hensher
Professor and expert on transport policy
Episode: Overdrive: Banning e-scooters; Software designed vehicles (SDV). Peugeot 408 PHEV; Working From Home

Host

David Brown
Host with extensive experience in the automotive broadcasting sector, known for insightful commentary on cars, transport technology, and cultural implications within the automotive industry.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • 10 mins of content with an hour of fluff

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    -= Denn =-
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great show

    Insightful and often quite funny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avid listener 47
    Australia9 years ago

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Toyota Prado; Xpeng enduro; classic car culture
Q: Paul, are these endurance trials a good way to show a car's strength because they don't represent everyday motoring?
No, I would suggest they have very little relationship to the real world at all, David, but they do make it very clear how far electric vehicles are moving forward, if you like.
Overdrive: Motor and Masterpieces Show; Lagonda love affair; Hyundai Ioniq N; Jeep Rubicon
Q: Were you surprised at the number of cars there?
Yes, I was also surprised at the condition. I thought they were magnificent.
Overdrive: Motor and Masterpieces Show; Lagonda love affair; Hyundai Ioniq N; Jeep Rubicon
Q: Genevieve, were you dragged along kicking and screaming?
I wasn't kicking and screaming, but somewhere in between unwilling and cooperating.
Time to Lead on Work-from-Home Policies, Not Follow
Q: What we need to consider regarding productivity and remote work?
We should focus on outcomes, not just outputs, examining the diverse benefits of remote work.
Time to Lead on Work-from-Home Policies, Not Follow
Q: Do you see a clear escalation in the intensity and vehemency of opposition to work-from-home?
Yes, there's a significant increase in opposition to remote work, often based on misleading evidence.

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This podcast focuses on a wide range of topics related to the automotive industry, including the latest trends, innovations, and consumer insights surrounding cars and transport. The content consists of discussions about electric vehicles, hybrid technologies, safety features, and industry developments in both Australia and globally. The hosts frequently analyze sales trends, vehicle performance, and the impact of changing regulations on the automotive landscape, making the show informative for enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Furthermore, episodes often feature engaging anecdotes and interviews with industry professionals, providing a unique blend of in-depth analysis and entertaining commentary.

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Overdrive launched 10 years ago and published 505 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Justin Douglas
2. Stuart Sharp
3. Fred Brain
4. Wayne Bell
5. David Body
6. Winston Reinboth
7. Evan Jones
8. Professor David Hensher

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