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Overdrive

David Brown
Electric Vehicles
Tesla
Toyota
Road Safety
Work-From-Home Policies
Australia
Hybrid Work Model
Abarth Electric Vehicle
Public Transport
Mazda
E-Scooters
Productivity
Genesis GV70
Hyundai I30n
Hybrid Work
Urban Planning
Citroen
Kia EV9
Alfa Romeo Tonale
Australian Road Tolls

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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Short description David Brown and Paul Murrell explore how carmakers balance shared engineering with distinctive brand identity, from Stellantis to Mercedes-Benz’s new retail approach. They discuss logistics, motoring journalism, iconic vehicle-inspi... more

Short Description David Brown and Brian Smith examine the growing number of automotive brands entering Australia and the challenges of building identity in a crowded market. They discuss how school planning can unintentionally create transport proble... more

David Brown and Brian Smith examine the future of Kerb-side parking, arguing for better management rather than simplistic anti-car policies. They discuss Hyundai’s EV price cuts, the growing pressure from Chinese brands, whether sedans can challenge ... more

A wide-ranging edition of Overdrive examines how transport policy, motoring costs and changing consumer behaviour are reshaping Australian mobility. David Brown and Paul Murrell debate apartment parking mandates, shifting new-car pricing, church-base... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Regan
Emeritus Professor of Human Factors
University of New South Wales
Episode: Big Touchscreens Are Dangerous – Bring Back Buttons
Ken Dobinson
Transport planner with extensive experience in government and consultancy, passionate about community-focused design
Episode: Why We Must Rethink How We Design Cities - what do people actually need?
Paul Murrell
A good friend from seniordriver.au
Senior Driver
Episode: Why Headlight Tech, Interface Design and EV Range Still Matter
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

Hosts

David Brown
Host and motoring broadcaster with broad experience across Overdrive network: drives discussion, leads segments, and provides road-test perspective.
Paul Murrell
Co-host and guest contributor with background in seniordriver.au; offers driving culture insights, safety perspectives, and consumer motoring context.

Reviews

4.5 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 =-
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great show

    Insightful and often quite funny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avid listener 47
    Australia10 years ago

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Some listeners feel there's room for tighter structure and more on-topic focus
Appreciate guest expertise on driving culture and safety
Overall positive take on insightful discussions and practical road-tests

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EV surge, transport rethink, return of the 2CV
Q: What explains the rapid shift in Australian EV demand according to the hosts?
The discussion points to a combination of rising fuel uncertainty, broader model availability across brands, and a combination of price, running costs, and supply that makes EVs more attractive to a wider audience.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Overdrive

What is Overdrive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Michael Regan
2. Ken Dobinson
3. Paul Murrell
4. Justin Douglas
5. Stuart Sharp
6. Fred Brain
7. Wayne Bell
8. David Body

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