Auto Uncovered

John Cadogan and Adam Morris
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The Auto Uncovered podcast takes you behind the scenes of the world of cars, discussing the good, the bad and the ugly of the automotive industry. Join hosts John Cadogan from the AutoExpert YouTube channel and Adam Morris (ReDriven) to cut through the faff, wade through the nonsense and get to the bottom of what goes on in the world of cars.

  1. 4d ago

    The new Bronco, Patrol & Pajero: can they save their brands?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Adam and John tackle claims that Chinese EVs are spying on drivers. The real privacy concern isn't China, but the amount of data every modern car manufacturer collects, stores and monetises. If you're worried about someone collecting your data you should probably delete Facebook. A Mozilla report found that all major car brands failed basic privacy standards. Find the report here: https://www.mozillafoundation.org/en/blog/privacy-nightmare-on-wheels-every-car-brand-reviewed-by-mozilla-including-ford-volkswagen-and-toyota-flunks-privacy-test/ Should consumers be more worried about big tech and car companies than foreign governments? Zuckerberg or Xi - who would you rather gets your data? The conversation then shifts to automotive regulations, as ADAS frustrations, outdated road laws and safety rules that haven't kept pace with modern vehicle technology boil over. Finally Adam and John review several major new vehicle announcements, including Ford's Bronco Base Camp, the new Nissan Patrol and Mitsubishi Pajero, debating whether these products can revive struggling brands and why enthusiast criticism often misses what mainstream buyers actually want. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this episode: 00:00 Chinese EV Spyware? Separating Fact From Conspiracy 01:15 "Your Car Is Spying On You" Claims Explained 02:22 The CCP, Data Harvesting & Internet Myths 04:05 Why Social Media Knows More Than Your Car 05:17 The Privacy Nightmare Inside Modern Cars 06:35 Can Car Companies Sell Your Data? 08:22 Why Journalists Should Care About Vehicle Data Collection 10:55 Is Technology Ruining Modern Cars? 12:04 The Real Threat: Carmakers Monetising Drivers 15:13 The Car Laws & Regulations That Need An Overhaul 17:28 Is ANCAP Finally Fixing ADAS? 18:03 Why Modern Cars Are Harder To Escape In Emergencies 19:54 Tesla Door Handles & Safety Risks 21:29 Ford Bronco Base Camp: Brilliant Idea Or Fake Bronco? 23:38 Why Most Buyers Don't Need A "Real" Off-Roader 24:05 Keyboard Warriors vs Real Car Buyers 26:22 What Will The Bronco Base Camp Cost? 27:50 Why Ford Might Have Got This One Right 29:03 New Mitsubishi Pajero Pricing Revealed 29:46 Can The Pajero Save Mitsubishi? 31:58 New Nissan Patrol Pricing & First Impressions 32:32 The V6 Patrol's Secret GT-R Connection 35:15 Why Nissan & Mitsubishi Are Fighting For Survival

  2. Sep 7

    Has Tesla been quietly indoctrinating the next generation of car lovers?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John Cadogan and Adam Morris analyse why some manual gearboxes feel magical while others feel terrible, with a detour into the wonderful world of Japanese tool engineering. From there it gets serious with a look at the oil filter recall affecting popular utes and SUVs; saving a few dollars on servicing components can become a very expensive mistake. Then it's a listener question: Ven asks about bull bars and pedestrian safety regulations. Finally Adam and John have one of their most lively debates about whether Tesla has been quietly building brand loyalty with younger generations through tech, games, and EV culture, and whether today's kids might one day treat early Teslas the same way previous generations idolised classic Japanese performance cars. For Boomers it was the Mustang, for Gen X Impreza's and Skyline's: for Gen Z will it be the Model S? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro 01:30 – Why some manual transmissions feel incredible and others don't 04:50 – Japanese tools, engineering finesse, and surprisingly satisfying screwdrivers 11:15 – Major oil filter recall: what owners of D-Max, MU-X and BT-50s need to know 16:45 – Why cheap servicing can become very expensive 23:30 – Listener question: How are bull bars still legal if pedestrian safety rules are so strict? 28:00 – Bull bars, roadside safety, and the regulatory contradictions 32:20 – Has Tesla been quietly indoctrinating the next generation of car buyers? 37:00 – Will today's Teslas become tomorrow's collectibles? 45:45 – Final thoughts and listener call-out

  3. Aug 31

    How can 13,000 engineers be wrong?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John Cadogan and Adam Morris dive headfirst into the debate surrounding the incoming Chery Stockman diesel plug-in hybrid ute, tackling claims about DPF issues, diesel hybrid technology, and why internet "experts" might be underestimating modern engineering. Also, are today's tech-heavy cars really less reliable than older vehicles? They analyse turbochargers and hybrid systems to plastic engine components and manufacturer cost-cutting. Plus, what are the ultimate "forever cars": the vehicles they'd happily drive for the next 30 to 40 years? Ford Falcons and Lexus V8s to Audi TTs, Toyota Crowns and classic Volvos, what cars stand the test of time? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro and the Volkswagen EA888 water pump joke 00:40 – Chery's new diesel PHEV ute and DPF concerns 04:00 – Why diesel hybrids may be better at DPF regeneration than traditional diesels 11:00 – The growing divide between internet opinion and engineering reality 16:00 – Listener question from 'Rugby' (real name TBC): Do turbos, hybrids and modern drivetrains reduce longevity? 19:00 – Reliability, bean counters and why some parts fail prematurely 23:00 – What makes a true "forever car"? 24:00 – Ford Mustang GT and Bullitt editions 26:00 – Lexus LC500 and Lexus F models 28:00 – Audi TT RS and the last great manual five-cylinder Audi 29:00 – Toyota Crown: the overlooked luxury bargain 31:00 – Toyota Hilux, Surf and 4Runner future classics 32:00 – Volvo 240: the indestructible Swede 33:00 – John's unexpected dream garage picks

  4. Aug 24

    Is technology ruining cars?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au     Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJC Check out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven     John Cadogan and Adam Morris debate whether technology is making cars worse. From giant touchscreens and subscription-locked features to in-car advertising and increasingly complex electronics, the pair debatewhether we've already passed "peak car."   Listener Tim asks a question about the risks of buying first-generation vehicles, and John and Adam discuss reliability, development cycles, and why some new models are safer bets than others.   Should buyers treat all Chinese brands the same? Adam and John discuss why established players like GWM deserve to be judged differently to newer arrivals, and how global engineering teams are blurring traditional notions of where cars really come from.   Plus, there's a growing trend of questionable automotive surveys and media reports, creating headlines that say a lot but don't tell the whole story. In this episode: 00:00 – Intro 00:57 – Have Cars Become Too Techy? 02:18 – Paying Extra for What You Already Own 10:40 – Why Modern Cars Break So Easily 15:00 – Never Buy the First Model? 18:20 – The Truth About Chinese Cars 22:30 – How Survey Statistics Mislead You 34:10 – Are We Being Sold a Lie? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) andAdam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars,dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't wantyou to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now.

  5. Aug 17

    Why are EVs so big and expensive? Where's the practicality?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven There's a common transmission mistake costing drivers thousands. This week Adam and John go deep on it, as well as exploring why small EVs struggle to gain traction despite making more practical sense. Why are EVs all so big, expensive and heavy? Plus, why a full dealer service history isn't always the gold standard it's made out to be. There's discussion about warranty myths, dealership upselling, servicing horror stories, and how consumer law protects motorists regardless of where they have their vehicle serviced. You don't need to get your car serviced at the dealer - a local mechanic will save you thousands. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this episode:   00:00 Intro   01:06 The transmission mistake costing drivers thousands   02:27 Why sitting on the clutch wears out your engine   03:31 The world's worst gearbox?   05:13 The dual-clutch transmission epidemic   07:29 Why drivers are unknowingly destroying DCTs   08:35 "Filled for life" transmission myths   10:52 Have dual-clutch gearboxes become pointless?   12:42 Manual mode vs automatic mode   14:45 Why are EVs so big and heavy?   16:19 The obsession with EV range   17:39 Why carmakers prefer big EVs   19:04 What's the smallest EV you can buy?   21:32 Dealer servicing vs independent mechanics   22:10 The Mitsubishi Alice Springs warranty problem   24:24 Servicing horror stories from dealerships   27:09 The oil-change scam   28:09 The spark plug shortcut   29:15 Dealership upselling tactics   31:20 John's battery warranty battle   34:08 The "Cirque du Soleil" of ripping offcustomers   35:39 Genuine parts markups exposed   38:19 Why independent mechanics can save you money   40:19 Do you need dealer servicing to keep your warranty?

  6. Aug 10

    Is car technology making us worse drivers?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven John and Adam take aim at the latest ANCAP rule changes and ask a simple question: are safety ratings becoming more confusing than helpful? There's a growing gap between real-world driving safety and bureaucratic targets, so what can be done? This week's listener question wonders what the future might have held for Holden and Ford had local manufacturing survived; Adam would have liked to see Holden HSV as a premium brand in the vein of Lexus. Plus, do dealer cars still need pre-purchase inspections? And John reveals his latest purchase: a manual Ford Falcon ute that sparks a passionate discussion about why older cars might be making a comeback. Is it better (and more fun) to buy an old car with a lot of ks, and just upgrade it to the latest tech? Is that a trend we're seeing more of now? Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. In this ep: 00:00 – Intro and ANCAP's latest "escape hammer" requirement 02:20 – Why ANCAP's changing safety ratings are causing confusion 08:20 – ADAS systems: safety feature or daily annoyance? 15:45 – Are we focusing on technology instead of better driver training? 20:23 – What would Holden and Ford look like today if local manufacturing survived? 24:36 – Do dealer cars still need a pre-purchase inspection? 29:26 – John's new project car: a manual BF Falcon ute 32:30 – Why younger drivers are embracing older, analogue cars 38:00 – Are modern cars losing the connection drivers really want? 40:40 – How much does it cost to modernise an older vehicle?

  7. Aug 3

    Why are so many car makers bailing on Australia?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Is Stellantis quietly pulling out of Australia? With Fiat officially exiting the local market, Adam and John examine what it means for owners, whether Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Peugeot and Maserati could be next, and why Maserati's latest AI-generated advertising campaign has them genuinely worried about the future of the brand. They also debate which Stellantis vehicles are actually worth owning, from the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio to the iconic Jeep Wrangler. Plus, Ferrari are back with their first "manual" V12 in over ten years - how excited should we be? And John is fooled by an AI-generated band. Finally, listener Alan asks how driver licensing should be reimagined from the ground up, prompting a passionate discussion on driver training, road safety and courtesy behind the wheel. To wrap things up, John delivers an unexpectedly entertaining deep dive into one of the handiest tools you can keep in your garage or roadside kit. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. Skip ahead:00:00 Intro 01:10 Fiat Exits Australia 03:25 Stellantis Brands Under Pressure 06:25 Maserati’s AI Ad Disaster 09:00 AI Music Is Getting Too Good 12:00 Would We Buy Any Stellantis Car? 16:30 The Jeep Debate Gets Heated 21:20 Ferrari’s New “Manual” Transmission 23:05 Why EVs Need More Engagement 25:35 How We’d Fix Driver Training 34:25 Adam Fondles John's Nuts 36:10 BMW Brake Job Nightmare 37:30 The Pliers Wrench Explained 43:00 Why This Tool Is Brilliant 48:10 Road Trip Tools You Actually Need

  8. Jul 27

    How are Chinese car makers moving faster than everyone else?

    Got any questions? Ask away! questions@autouncovered.com.au Check out John's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AutoExpertJCCheck out Adam's channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ReDriven Are new cars really getting more expensive? Using inflation-adjusted pricing, John and Adam compare modern cars against those 90s and early-2000s classics like the Hyundai Getz and Honda Prelude and come to a surprising conclusion. Chery's game-changing plug-in hybrid ute is looking the goods, but how does it stack up specs-wise? What's the future of Chinese manufacturers in Australia? And is an old Falcon ute actually a smarter buy than a brand-new Hilux for a tradie? Plus, a listener question about why Ford and Holden failed to adapt to changing market demands, and some delightfully impractical automotive project-car fantasies. Join auto industry insiders John Cadogan (Auto Expert) and Adam Morris (ReDriven) as they cut through the BS on new cars, used cars, dealer tactics, EV trends, and everything the motoring industry doesn't want you to know. New episodes weekly — subscribe now. Skip ahead: 00:00 – Intro 01:13 – Are modern cars really overpriced? 01:42 – Chery’s wild new hybrid ute explained 03:55 – When 300kW was supercar territory 05:00 – Why Chinese car makers are moving faster than everyone else 08:31 – Comparing the Chery to Ranger, Hilux and RAM 10:07 – Is the Kia Tasman already in trouble? 14:08 – BYD Shark 6, TRD Hilux nostalgia and performance utes 19:39 – Why Ford and Holden failed to adapt 25:25 – The downfall of Australian car manufacturing 26:51 – Are new cars actually cheaper than ever? 30:43 – Cost of living vs car affordability 33:27 – Can a $20K Falcon ute feel modern? 39:22 – Why old Aussie utes still make sense 41:46 – Dream project cars: Falcon one-tonners & FBI-spec Statesmans 43:04 – Outro

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The Auto Uncovered podcast takes you behind the scenes of the world of cars, discussing the good, the bad and the ugly of the automotive industry. Join hosts John Cadogan from the AutoExpert YouTube channel and Adam Morris (ReDriven) to cut through the faff, wade through the nonsense and get to the bottom of what goes on in the world of cars.

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  • Creator
    John Cadogan and Adam Morris
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © John Cadogan and Adam Morris
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    Auto Uncovered