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The Hook Turn Podcast is your serving of banter, unabridged commentary and hot takes on all things automotive. We look at the latest new models, try predicting what’s next and throw in an added dose of the latest updates from the world of F1.
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63: GAC puts foot in mouth, Genesis takes on Rolls-Royce and is the McLaren F1 back? (opens the original)
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In this week's episode of The Hook Turn Podcast, we discuss a critical safety omission from new Chinese brand GAC. We also cover the new Genesis GV90, the Korean luxury brand's attempt to compete with Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Finally, we wonder whether the Gordon Murray Automotive S1 is a real spiritual successor to the legendary McLaren F1. Show notes - Genesis GV90: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/genesis-gv90-revealed-as-electric-flagship-with-rolls-royce-style-doors - GMA S1: https://w
62: Peugeot on deathwatch, Ford bucks up and does Jaguar break the Internet... again? (opens the original)
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In this week's episode of The Hook Turn Podcast, we discuss Ford finally brining its iconic Bronco SUV to Australia... but perhaps not the version we want. We also discuss whether Peugeot is about to suffer the same fate as sibling brand Citroën as distributor Inchcape gives up on its French portfolio. Finally has Jaguar broken the Internet again with the interior reveal of its upcoming Type 01? Show notes: - Ford Bronco New Energy: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/ford-bronco-new-energy-co
61: New car sales - how's 2026 going so far? Plus, the BYD juggernaut continues and we go Double Dutch (opens the original)
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In this week's episode of The Hook Turn Podcast, we discuss how the Australian new car market is doing so far in 2026. We also cover off on BYD's ongoing expansion, and touch on a very, very distinctive Dutch car brand. Show notes: - Australian new car sales: https://www.drive.com.au/news/australian-new-car-sales-in-july-2026-toyota-rav4-back-on-top-as-evs-surge/ - BYD Atto 3 Evo: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/byd-atto-3-evo-confirmed-for-australia - Donkervoort P24 RS: https://www.carex
60: Audi goes huge, Mercedes goes small and an expensive Carsales challenge (opens the original)
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In this week's episode of The Hook Turn Podcast, we discuss the latest SUVs from Audi and Mercedes - competing at opposite ends of the spectrum. We also go in a new direction with the Carsales challenge - tune in to find out more! Show notes: - Audi Q9: https://www.drive.com.au/news/2027-audi-q9-sq9-revealed-as-new-flagship-suv-australia-likely/ - Mercedes-Benz GLA: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2027-mercedes-benz-gla-new-small-suv-revealed-with-electric-and-mild-hybrid-power
59: Range Rover sticks to the road, Chery takes stock, VW renaissance continues (opens the original)
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In this week's episode of The Hook Turn Podcast, we discuss Range Rover coming up with a model that is... not really suitable for going off-road. We also discuss Chery's attempt to take on the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and BYD Shark 6 at their own game, with the all-new Stockman diesel plug-in hybrid ute. Finally, we cover VW's ongoing renaissance with the new ID. Cross - the revival of physical buttons continues! Show notes: - Range Rover GT: https://www.goauto.com.au/future-models/range-rover/
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