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The Hook Turn Podcast09: Subaru goes plastic fantastic, used EV challenge and Porsche makes a mistakeControversial to say the least, we discuss the new Outback and E-Outback and whether they can lead to further growth for the adventure focused Japanese brand. Concerns about long-term durability and battery longevity remain a reason for high depreciation with EVs, but that doesn't stop us from taking our picks on the used EV market. Finally, we discuss Porsche's admission that their business model has failed, and what that means for the future of the storied sports car brand.Show notes- Subaru Outback: https://www.subaru.com/2026-subaru-outback-wilderness ...2025-07-2847 minThe Hook Turn Podcast08: Hyundai goes for performance, Mercedes goes for efficiency and Hertz goes AI crazyWe take a look at Hyundai's latest N car, the Ioniq 6 N, and discuss whether Mercedes' focus on efficiency with the new CLA will be enough to attract sales in a cutthroat segment of the market. The car rental space might be one of the last areas you'd think would be upended by the AI revolution, so has Hertz shot itself in the foot or is it a pioneer?Show notes:- Hyundai Ioniq 6 N: https://www.hyundai-n.com/en/models/n/the-all-new-ioniq-6-n - Mercedes-Benz CLA: https://www.mercedes-benz.com/en/vehicles...2025-07-2146 minThe Hook Turn Podcast07: Mazda drops buttons, Bentley copies Jaguar, and Hülkenberg says 'finally'!We discuss whether Mazda has shot itself in the foot by going touchscreen-only and delaying a hybrid option for the new CX-5. We also take a look at Bentley's new EV concept and recap Hülkenberg's inaugural podium at the British GP.Show notes:- New Mazda CX-5: https://www.mazda.com.au/mazda-news/all-new-mazda-cx-5-global-reveal/ - Bentley EXP 15 concept: https://www.bentleymedia.com/en/newsitem/1720-exp-15-design-vision-concept-a-story-reimagined-for-the-futur- Hülkenberg gets a podium: https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/early-promise-home-heartbreak-and-multiple-comebacks-hulkenbergs-f1-journey.7DGPKoEKQedsZyGdFO5kPC 2025-07-1548 minThe Hook Turn Podcast06: Ferrari’s Italian Holiday, Mahindra’s Alphabet Soup & F1 Shake-UpWe discuss the Amalfi, Ferrari’s new Roma successor, and at the other end of the market, chat about whether Mahindra’s new small SUV can really attract cost-conscious SUV buyers. Finally, we debate what’s next for Max Verstappen and preview the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.Show notes:- Ferrari Amalfi: https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/ferrari-amalfi - Mahindra XUV 3XO: https://www.mahindra.com.au/models/xuv3x0 - F1 British GP: https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2025/great-britain 2025-07-0932 minThe Hook Turn Podcast05: F1 Movie review, the ugly Mercedes and Renault's Duster comeback!We review the new F1 movie, discuss the ugly new Mercedes-AMG GT XX, and predict whether the rugged new Duster can really wipe the floor for Renault in Australia.Show notes:- F1 the Movie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F1_(film)- Mercedes Concept AMG GT XX: https://mercedes-benz-media.co.uk/releases/1636 - Renault Duster: https://www.renault.com.au/vehicles/duster/ 2025-07-0439 minThe Hook Turn Podcast04: Audi Q3, Leaf 3.0 & Death Row: Brands on the BrinkWe break down the next-gen Audi Q3 and the all-new Nissan Leaf, and then get spicy-what car brands might disappear or quit Australia soon? Buckle up for some bold predictions.Show notes:- Audi Q3: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/new-benchmark-in-the-compact-class-the-audi-q3-16692 - Nissan Leaf: https://global.nissannews.com/en/releases/all-new-3rd-generation-nissan-leaf 2025-06-2746 minThe Hook Turn Podcast03: Chinese Car Charge, BMW's Bold Future & EV vs PHEV Showdown!The Chinese cars you secretly want, first impressions of BMW's Neue Klasse iX3, and a heated BEV vs. plug-in hybrid debate. Which side are you on?Show notes- Xiaomi SU7: https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/361917/new-xiaomi-su7-arrives-smartphone-maker-takes-porsche-taycan-first-car - BYD Yangwang U9: https://www.carsauce.com/car-news/chinese-supercar-in-australia-electric-yangwang-u9-spotted - Nio ET5: https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/nio/et5/361745/new-nio-et5-touring-review-quirky-ev-estate-shows-promise- BMW iX3 (Neue Klasse): https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0450587EN/pioneering-technology-meets-pure-driving-pleasure:-testing-bmw-ix3-prototypes?language=en2025-06-2751 minThe Hook Turn Podcast02: Tesla's Tough Year, Car Reviews Exposed & Spanish GP DramaTesla's stumbles in Australia, the shady truth about car reviews, and all the action (and controversy) from the Spanish Grand Prix.Show notes:- Tesla sales: https://www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/is-teslas-sales-slump-in-australia-over- CarExpert's new scoring system: https://www.carexpert.com.au/opinion/our-ratings-suck-so-we-are-changing-them- Spanish GP: https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/i-just-got-crashed-into-russell-and-verstappen-offer-verdicts-on-dramatic.1n43PRW7B93jc3S9iEkMo3 2025-06-2740 min
The Hook Turn Podcast01: Alpine's Comeback, RAV4 Evolution & F1 Fever!Why the Alpine A390 could steal hearts, what Toyota's new RAV4 means for Aussies, plus a fresh dose of F1 gossip and grand predictions.Show notes:-Alpine A390: https://media.alpinecars.com/alpine-a390-the-soul-of-alpine-in-a-sport-fastback/?lang=eng-Toyota RAV4: https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/42758168.html2025-06-2747 min