Addicted to Cars

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Smith, who is retiring from his position as Executive Director of Advanced Design for General Motors after a 35-year career with the company. This interview covers his journey from an intern at Holden to the top echelons of GM, his views on the current and future state of car design and much more. I hope you enjoy it.

Welcome to the latest episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast, where Australian motoring journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley discuss the new Bentley Torcal EV and pick the best multi-discipline drivers of all time. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 00:00 Intro 00:30 Bentley Torcal 09:00 Who is the best driver ever?

It's a solo effort this week with Scott Newman running you through the wild state of new car prices in 1993. Sounds random? All will be revealed along with some truly wild price tags.

On this week's episode of Addicted to Cars Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley chat affordable sports cars - what's next? And select some of their favourites - before moving on to George Lucas's opinion on modern F1. If you like the show please subscribe, comment and leave a rating! 00:00 Intro 00:50 What next for JDM sports cars? 16:30 Pick This and Get That 28:40 George Lucas says F1 is fine

On this week's episode of Addicted to Cars, Australian motoring journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley cover off a variety of topics, which you'll find below. Please like, subscribe, follow and give us your thoughts in the comments. 00:00 Intro 00:40 What's going on at VW Group? 14:00 Genesis GV60 Magma Review 24:55 Choosing a two-car Bond garage 34:25 Is Formula E good?

In this episode of the Addicted to Car podcast Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley talk car launches. The first ones they attended, some memorable ones over the years and one they would have loved to been at. Please like and subscribe and leave us a comment with any questions or thoughts!

Could Australia really start making cars again? Yes, it could, relatively easily. I sat down with Premcar CEO Bernie Quinn, who has been involved with Australian vehicle manufacturing for decades to discuss what the revival of this industry would look like and how it could happen. We hope you enjoy this chat.

On this episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley discuss the weekend's Goodwood Festival of Speed. Please like, subscribe and give us your thoughts in the comments! 00:00 Intro 00:48 McLaren 788HS 03:55 Denza Z 07:45 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 14:05 Too many resto mods? 18:55 Red Bull RB17 25:00 RUF flat-eight 27:15 Has Goodwood jumped the shark?

Welcome to the latest Addicted to Cars podcast with Australian automotive journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley. Please like and subscribe and any questions leave them in the comments below! 00:00 Intro 00:45 Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale 11:30 BYD sales soar 21:45 Mazda 6e Review 28:30 IM5 Performance Review 36:15 Best tow/track car combo? 42:50 Should motorsport self-police?

In a special episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast, Scott Newman is joined by Premcar CEO Bernie Quinn and former MOTOR/Drive Editor Andrew MacLean to discuss the FPV DRIF6 drift car, which has recently surfaced for sale. In their former roles at Prodrive and FPV respectively, they were instrumental in the concept and creation of the car and reveal how it came about and behind-the-scenes stories.

Welcome to the latest episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast where Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley discuss the latest happenings in the world of motoring and motorsport. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Did car makers get greedy during COVID? 14:05 Our favourite hot hatches 38:20 Top 10 Modern Classic Investments Pt. 2 55:00 Lancia Rally2 update Any questions or comments let us know @addictedtosliding or @stevedrivescars

Welcome to the latest episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast with Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley, who will discuss the latest news from the world of motoring and motorsport, some market chat and care reviews as well. Please like and subscribe and let us know your thoughts! 00:00 Intro 00:30 Neue Klasse BMW M3 10:10 Genesis Magma GT supercar 17:15 Is Audi design good? 22:00 GWM Tank 500 PHEV Review 25:40 Porsche 911 Turbo S Review 32:15 Modern Classic Investments Pt. 1 47:50 Can Lewis win title number eight? 56:30 Which GT3 car and driver we'd choose   Hit us up on social media with questions or comments @stevedrivescars or @addictedtosliding

Australian motoring journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley are back chatting the latest news from the motoring and motorsport worlds as well as some reviews and some car buying chat to boot. Please subscribe to the show and leave a review if you like it and feel free to hit us up on socials with any questions! 00:00 Intro 01:05 Audi Nuvolari 11:30 Is car excellence dead? 21:10 Toyota HiLux SR5 review 26:00 Toyota GR Yaris Aero review 31:20 What cars would we buy from the Le Mans Hypercar manufacturers? 56:20 Le Mans 24 Hour Preview

Welcome to the latest episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast where Australian motoring journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley discuss news and reviews from the world of motoring and motorsport. 00:00 Intro 01:10 Journalistic integrity 11:25 Stellantis has a new plan 22:30 MGS6 Review 27:00 Toyota GR Corolla Review 30:25 Five new cars for under $400K 47:30 Will 2027 regs save the WRC?

Welcome to this week's episode of Addicted to Cars a couple of days early because it's been a big week for news! You know what we're going to be talking about... Let us know your thoughts by contacting us on the socials. 00:00 Intro01:00 Ferrari Luce11:22 Mercedes-AMG GT Four-Door18:30 NISMO first Australian Performance Centre22:50 BYD Shark 6 Performance Review28:30 Toyota GR Yaris Aero Pack Review31:35 Buying each other cars40:00 Indy 500 Wrap45:55 SVG Magic

On this week's Addicted to Cars podcast Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley are discussing the latest news from the world of automotive and motorsport as well as tacking some reviews and some classifieds. Thanks for listening and get in touch with any topics you want us to cover! 00:00 Intro00:45 Big price cuts10:15 Kia EV415:20 Single-clutch gearboxes21:30 Depreciation specials43:10 Nurburgring 24 Wrap48:45 Indy 500 Preview

Welcome to the latest episode of the Addicted to Cars podcast, where Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley chat everything automotive, including news, reviews, some classifieds and motorsport.  Follow us on Instagram @addictedtosliding and @stevedrivescars 00:00 Intro 00:40New BMW M engine tech09:30 HORSE powertrains V618:00 Workhorse utes31:20 sub-$40K hot hatches52:30 Nurburgring 24 preview

In this week's episode Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley discuss the resurgence of the V8, with it not only returning to the F1 grid but certain showrooms as well in the near future. In addition, a review of the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N, why Lexuses are nice and the best (or most interesting, at least) coupe for under $100K. 00:00 Intro00:35 F1 returns to V8s09:00 V8s are coming back21:00 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N review28:30 Why are Lexuses nice?34:15 Best coupe under $100K

On this week's podcast Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley tackle the only topic they can discuss with any real authority - motoring journalism! How they got their breaks, what's involved and how the industry has changed over their careers, before rounding out with some memorable moments. Follow Scott @addictedtosliding and Steve @stevedrivescars and any questions let us know!

Welcome to episode two of Addicted to Cars, hosted by motoring journalists Scott Newman and Stephen Ottley, discussing the latest news from the world of automotive and motorsport as well as reviews and some buying advice. Remember to subscribe if you like the show, a reminder you can watch us on YouTube and follow Stephen @stevedrivescars or Scott @addictedtosliding on Instagram. 00:00 Intro 01:05News - GT3 S/C, new C-Class EV 16:45 Reviews - Volvo ES90, Hyundai i20 N 24:50 Buying the best driving EVs 43:30 F1 2026 - good or bad?

Welcome to the new Addicted to Cars podcast, where I am joined by fellow motoring journalist Stephen Ottley to chat all things automotive, including news, reviews, motorsport and some nonsense as well. Please like and subscribe to support the show and leave a comment with anything you want us to cover! You can also listen to the podcast on your favourite streaming service. Follow me on Instagram @addictedtosliding