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John Cadoganautoexpert.com.au
AutoExpert is all about cars from Australian automotive expert, journalist and engineer John Cadogan
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Hyundai, Kia, fires, class actions and recalls: What you need to know

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Jan 24, 202342 min

Worst carmakers named and shamed (plus, why they suck)

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Jan 20, 202354 min

How to choose the right medium SUV in 2023 (the complete guide)

If you're in the market for a new car today, there's a good chance a medium SUV is in your future. But there are so many models in this ultra-popular segment, it's extremely difficult to choose between them and it's almost impossible for you to try every single option. So here's how you find the shortlist that won't leave you making a $50,000 mistake... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power:...

Jan 15, 202351 min

Best 4x4 for retirement caravan towing and outback adventuring

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Jan 12, 202319 min

Should you buy a base-model 'poverty' ute?

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Jan 11, 202314 min

Family survives 250ft horror plunge down California cliff in Tesla Model Y. But is it a miracle?

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Jan 10, 202326 min

Best 4x4 dual-cab ute for heavyweight tradie towing

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Jan 09, 202311 min

Tesla just dropped its EV prices. Here's why...

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Jan 08, 202313 min

Carmakers that REALLY FAILED in 2022

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Jan 07, 202332 min

The truth about fire risk: Hydrogen fuel cells and battery EVs

Perhaps you are one of these people who's formed the view or maybe your gut is telling you that a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle is little more than a bomb on wheels, or that a battery electric vehicle is a Towering Inferno waiting to happen. If you want to hang on to that view, I strongly advise you to click away now... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/?ref...

Jan 03, 202324 min

Reacting to your recent comments & feedback (Season 2 Episode 1)

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Jan 02, 202328 min

Volkswagen's ZERO STAR EV safety rating disgrace

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Dec 28, 202226 min

Machine disassembly: My top 10 tips plus two vital operating principles

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Dec 27, 202247 min

What the Swiss electric vehicle driving ban means for Australia

Coming up, a salient warning to the rest of the world, courtesy of those crazy Swiss busily demonstrating to the remainder of ambient humanity exactly the pitfalls of failing to get an integrated EV strategy up and running. Also, responding to feedback about the motoring media's insatiable appetite for carmaker appeasement and their failing at basic transparency with the audience... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-...

Dec 15, 202226 min

2023 Volkswagen Amarok: clone car of the year?

The world's largest automotive criminal conspiracy (Volkswagen) recently flew all the usual domesticated so-called journalist car reviewers all the way to South Africa so they can reiterate Amarok PR talking points orbiting the fake Ford Ranger clone. Millions of dollars were spent on this undertaking, globally. Therefore it must be time for an evil bastard to state the obvious... You're welcome. Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-v...

Dec 14, 202227 min

These are the best car/shed/roadside work lights ever!

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Dec 12, 202218 min

Tesla Semi: Was I wrong? (Responding to you.)

Many of you in the audience were exceedingly keen, I note, to kick me in the slats in the comments section yesterday concerning my position on that ridiculous Tesla Semi shitbox truck. Have I decided to repent and apologise, fall on my sword and accept the Messiah - Electric Jesus - into my life? Well, I did address some of your more entertaining comments, whatever that's worth... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-gr...

Dec 09, 202229 min

Tesla Semi truck might be the worst big rig ever...

The internet has been very excited by another stupendous game-changing achievement by the Techno king of Tesla himself, Elon Musk, who re-launched the Semi truck in Nevada recently, with some pretty bold claims. Frankly, as far as I can see, many of his claims just literally don't add up... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/?ref=8xzu1i8qk8 OLIGHT DISCOUNT...

Dec 08, 202223 min

Is this the perfect home DIY car hoist?

In a fairly small garage workshop, it is dead easy to fantasise about a super space-efficient, single post hoist like the King Lift from Hero Hoists . This non-sponsored report is going to show you the engineering brilliance of this very well designed and manufactured equipment so you can dream, and possibly even start thinking of how to justify the expenditure. This is a bridge that only you can cross. Otherwise, a quality trolley jack, some jack stands and maybe a couple of ramps are going to ...

Dec 06, 202217 min

Volkswagen kicks another epic 'own goal', plus other car brand PR fails

In this report we're going to deal with Volkswagen first, because that company is the gift that just keeps on giving. Then we'll have a laugh at some of the funniest company branding fails, including the big automotive PR stuff-up of recent times... Can you guess which brand it is and what they did? Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/?ref=8xzu1i8qk8 OLIGHT...

Dec 06, 202218 min

4WD Tech: Can a throttle controller cure turbo lag?

Australia's extreme beard stroking and 4WD modification porn problem means we need this report, a technical deep-dive into the operation of modern turbocharged diesel engines in order to prevent self-inflicted injuries to your wallet and your pride-and-joy wanking tractor. Let's talk about this before it gets out of hand... EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/AEJC Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Thank you Nord VPN for sponsoring this report. Save thousands on an...

Dec 04, 202226 min

Electric vehicles just got thousands cheaper for ordinary Australians. YE$$$$$$

If you've been sitting on the fence because the cost of EV ownership has been a barrier to acquisition due to your ordinary salary, new legislation which passed recently will mean you could be in the zone to finally afford that electric vehicle you've wanted for so long. I'm going to show you exactly the recipe for Australia's cheapest electric car omelette... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable...

Dec 01, 202221 min

Modifying a new Ford Ranger (or virtually any other new 4X4)

That new Ford Ranger 2023 diesel V6, which you're already planning the mods for, lying wide awake at 3am planning tweaks and tinkering with - we've all been there. But there is a right way and a wrong way to do this. Guess which of those ways we're going to discuss next... Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power: https://www.bluettipower.com.au/?ref=8xzu1i8qk8 OLIGHT DISCOUNT! (These are aweso...

Nov 30, 202225 min

Mercedes holds performance hostage behind paywall/subscription model

Mercedes-Benz will soon, metaphorically at least, snatch the performance of your new car off the street in broad daylight to be held for ransom - behind a paywall subscription model. You'd better find US$1200 in non-sequential notes and await further instructions. Oh, and don't think about calling the FBI. This is a hostage negotiation. Save thousands on any new car (Australia-only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact Get reliable 240-volt power off-grid @ Bluetti portable power: https://www.blue...

Nov 29, 202223 min

Reacting to your recent comments (Season 1 Episode 5)

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Nov 27, 202232 min

2023 Nissan Pathfinder: 'Don't buy' recommendation

2023 Nissan Pathfinder 7 seat SUV has just been launched. Nissan Australia claims this one is the resurrection of its 'capable' breeder bus to redeem itself after the dog-like deficiencies of its predecessor. Sadly, the press is in full-on Nissan appeasement mode hoping their reviews do their small bit to keep those rivers of advertising revenue flooding in. If you're shopping for a full-size family SUV and you're ready to drop the big bucks, I'd suggest press pause on the Pathfinder and just ha...

Nov 25, 202238 min

Engine knock, pinging, pinking & detonation: Need to know

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Nov 24, 202220 min

Reacting to your recent comments (Season 1 Episode 4)

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Nov 20, 202230 min

Caravan from Hell: How an owner got a full refund, eventually...

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Nov 20, 202217 min

What to do if your new car is a lemon

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Nov 18, 202220 min
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