In the Program
• The real costs of car insurance – EV vs PHEV vs ICE
• Beware of new cars about to be delisted due to ADR (Australian Design Rules)
• Elon Musk Admits He Was Wrong
• Problems with the MG Hybrid
• We review the car ads that were played in the Superbowl
• Road Test of the Genesis G70 – is it the modern equivalent of an old Jag?


Contacts Details 

Web Site: Driven Media: drivenmedia.com.au
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Credits 

And this has been overdrive 

Thanks to 
Paul Murrell
Genesis Australia
Mark Wesley
Bruce Potter 
for their help with this program.
You can get more of our work including longer versions of the program on our website, through our podcasts, or more visual information on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube. In all cases search for cars transport culture.

Overdrive is syndicated across Australia on the Community Radio Network

This program was first broadcast on  15 February 2025


I’m David Brown
Thanks for listening


Overdrive: Superbowl 2025 car ads; Genesis G70; Insuring EVs; Cars that don’t meet new design rules

Congressman Dwight Evans is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District which includes Northwest and West Philadelphia and parts of North, South, and Center City Philadelphia since 2019.

Congressman Evans joins the show to talk about a proposed $11 million grant that would go to the city of Philadelphia received as a part of the Philadelphia Community Charging Project Regional Partnership, which would fund the installation of up to 200 charging ports throughout the Philadelphia region, including suburban and rural areas.

Congressman Dwight Evans | Reality Check w/ Tonya Pendleton - 2.24.25

P.O.C. (Proof of Consciousness) is the host of WURD’s environment-centered Friday morning show, “ecoWURD Magazine,” which airs every Friday from 10am to 11am ET. She is also the visionary Founder and Host of REVIVE RADIO, an influential online broadcasting platform.

P.O.C. joins the show to further give her take about whether she believes electric vehicles are going to be apart of the future as opposed to gasoline powered vehicles. 

P.O.C. | Reality Check w/ Tonya Pendleton - 2.25.25

GeoFrame Energy is on the fast track to begin filling the U.S.  battery needs for lithium carbonate in East Texas.   How?  The impact?  CEO Bruce Cutright chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination interview: GeoFrame Energy looks to meet U.S. battery needs for lithium carbonate

Emporia Energy is out with a new Pro EV Charger, level 2, that features PowerSmart technology.  How can it help EV owners?  CEO Shawn McLaughlin chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination interview: Emporia Pro EV Charger arrives with PowerSmart technology

Financial Consultant Laurent Lequeu discusses the story behind the tariffs, how Washington is attempting to weaken the Russia-China-India bloc, and gives his opinion on whether he thinks Trump will be successful. The world financial center will shift to the Global South and he explains in particular where he thinks that may be. He expects the U.S. to retreat to Fortress America and dedollarization to continue. He talks gold, CBDCs, bitcoin, and inflation. The EU seeks war to scapegoat its own incompetence, instability, collapse, and tyranny.

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Laurent Lequeu: Tariffs Attack BRICS, Finance Moving to Global South, EU Seeks War #541

GeoFrame Energy aims to meet domestic battery needs for lithium carbonate.  Today's Techstination.

GeoFrame Energy aims to meet domestic battery needs for lithium carbonate

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PTH4.1 |  BYD Overtakes Tesla_ The Rise of China's EV Giant

Emporia Energy Pro Charger for EVs a smart investment.  Today's Techstination.

Emporia Energy Pro Charger for EVs a smart investment

Discover key takeaways from Ember's groundbreaking Global Electricity Review 2025! A major milestone has been reached: low-carbon sources now generate over 40% of global electricity. This track breaks down what this pivotal shift means for the worldwide energy transition, our journey towards sustainability, and the accelerating decarbonization of our power systems.

Key Insights from Ember's Global Electricity Review 2025:

🌍 A Historic Turning Point: Over 40% Low-Carbon Power Globally
In 2024, low-carbon power (renewables like solar & wind, plus nuclear) achieved a landmark 40.9% share of global electricity. This is its highest proportion since the 1940s, a remarkable feat considering today's electricity system is 50 times larger. This signals clear and accelerating momentum in global power sector decarbonization.

☀️ Solar Power: The Undisputed Engine of the Energy Transition
Solar energy is the primary force driving this transformation. It was the largest source of new electricity generation globally for the third year running, adding an impressive 474 TWh in 2024 (a 29% year-on-year growth), and has been the fastest-growing electricity source for two decades. Solar generation has doubled in just three years to 2,131 TWh (enough to power all of India!), with global solar capacity hitting 2 Terawatts (TW). Solar is critical for meeting rising demand and displacing fossil fuels.

📈 Rising Demand & New Structural Drivers: A Complex Energy Landscape
While clean energy surges, global electricity demand also grew significantly by 4.0% in 2024, exceeding 30,000 TWh. This growth is driven by heatwaves and, increasingly, by new structural factors: the expansion of Electric Vehicles (EVs), heat pumps, and energy-intensive data centers (for AI and cryptocurrency), whose combined impact on demand growth has more than doubled in just five years. The energy transition must rapidly adapt to these evolving consumption patterns.

⛽ The Fossil Fuel Outlook: Nuance and an Approaching Decline
Global fossil fuel generation rose by 1.4% in 2024, leading to record power sector emissions. However, Ember's report clarifies this was primarily due to hotter temperatures increasing cooling demand. Without this weather impact, the rise would have been minimal (0.2%), as clean energy (927 TWh new generation in 2024) covered 96% of other demand growth. The crucial insight: fossil fuel generation faces a structural decline. Ember’s Managing Director states, "the era of fossil growth is coming to an end."

🔋 The Path Forward: Flexibility, Advanced Storage, and Global Collaboration
Integrating more variable renewables like solar and wind requires enhanced flexibility. Battery storage is a key enabler, with costs falling (lithium-ion pack prices down 20% in 2024) and record installations (69 GW in 2024, nearly doubling total capacity). This makes concepts like 24-hour solar power more feasible. The clean energy deployment in major economies like China and India is also pivotal for a sustained global decline in fossil fuel use.

💬 Reflecting on Our Energy Future
Ember's 2025 review highlights significant progress, especially from solar, but also considerable challenges from rising demand and the need for global cooperation. The fossil fuel era is waning, but our choices today will determine the pace and success of this vital transition.

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Read the Full Ember Global Electricity Review 2025 Report: https://ember-energy.org/latest-insights/global-electricity-review-2025/
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Clean Power Reaches 40% Global Electricity Review 2025

Overdrive: From Kwik Fit to Cybertruck Fix – The Shifting World of Cars and Transport
In this episode of Overdrive, we dive into the evolving world of vehicles, transport systems, and the culture that surrounds them. From industry pioneers to futuristic machines, David Brown and Paul Morrell cover it all with insight and wit.
🎧 Full Episode Includes:
🔧 Farewell to Tom Farmer
We remember Sir Tom Farmer, founder of Kwik Fit, who revolutionised car servicing in the UK. His commitment to customer service and clean, efficient operations helped transform the motor repair industry.
🚛 Hydrogen Trucks Make a Comeback
Hyundai’s XCIENT hydrogen truck features at the Brisbane Truck Show. We explore hydrogen's ongoing role in freight transport, its infrastructure challenges, and targeted adoption strategies like those seen in Tasmania.
🔌 EV Sales Rise, But Not Everywhere
EV sales are booming globally—but Japan and parts of Europe are slowing down. We examine regional trends, affordability, and how some manufacturers like Honda are shifting back to hybrids.
🛠️ Tesla Cybertruck Repair Woes
A Tesla Cybertruck is written off after $58,000 in damages. We talk repair costs, impractical design quirks, and why the Cybertruck may be more statement than substance.
🚘 Hands-On with the Tesla Model Y
David test drives the updated Model Y. With a more mature design, better sound insulation, and improved comfort, this SUV moves closer to mainstream appeal—minus the novelty gimmicks.
🎨 Jaguar’s Neon Light Show in Tokyo
Jaguar teams up with artist Yoshi Rotten to display their T-Type 00 in an immersive art installation. Bold branding or confusing concept? You decide.
🐉 Lotus Eletre: Rare as Unicorn Droppings
We spot one of the only two Lotus Eletre EVs sold in Australia so far. High price, bold looks, and low visibility—does it stand out enough in today’s market?
📲 Responding to Social Media Feedback
David reflects on MG hybrid reviews and a calm, reasoned reply to an aggressive commenter. A reminder that honest motoring journalism matters, especially when it highlights real-world quirks.
🧠 Behaviour Change in Transport
We revisit an interview with Liz Ampt on voluntary behaviour change and practical approaches to getting people to shift their habits—without manipulation.
🚗 Final Thoughts on Car Culture
From the evolution of car design to the emotional and practical reasons people choose vehicles, we touch on what really drives buyer decisions—and how that's changing with age, technology, and urban life.
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🔗 For more episodes, videos, and content, search Cars Transport Culture or visit www.drivenmedia.com.au
🎙️ Overdrive airs nationally via the Community Radio Network
📅 First broadcast: 24 May 2025
🎤 Host: David Brown | Guest: Paul Morrell (seniordriveraus.com)


Overdrive: RIP Kwik Fit founder, EVs, Hydrogen Trucks, and costly repairs for Tesla Cybertruck

With Kia going all in on electric vehicles, the company's head of corporate communications says EVs represent a seismic shift in transportation.   James Bell chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination interview: EVs are an automotive seismic shift- Kia's James Bell

New track about how electric cars are absolutely terrible! Written and produced by IllEagle of Spank Daddy Records <3

electric cars lol

In this episode of Overdrive, David Brown and Brian Smith dive into the quirks, jargon, and big personalities of the motoring and transport world.

We start with a NSW Government report on Sydenham Station’s upgrades—dense with transport-speak but easily translated into plain English. From there, it’s off to Sydney’s first-ever Light Commercial Vehicle Show, where vans, utes, and even cargo bikes are vying for the last-mile delivery crown.

ANCAP’s latest safety results are in: Volkswagen’s Terramar aces the tests with five stars, but Peugeot’s hybrid 3008/5008 twins don’t quite make the grade. Nissan’s long-awaited Ariya EV gets its Australian specs and pricing, while Suzuki launches its first new nameplate in more than a decade—the compact hybrid Fronx, aimed at first-time buyers and downsizers.

A Facebook post sparks a chat about the SUV-ification of prestige sports car brands—think Aston Martin DBXs in the wild—and the team has a laugh over car jargon quirks, from “dampeners” to “VIN numbers.”

We wrap up with a full road test of Toyota’s colossal Tundra pickup. Equal parts luxury cruiser and towing workhorse, it’s a vehicle that raises the question: how big is too big for Australian roads?

Topics covered:

Sydenham Station report: translating jargon into plain English

Sydney Light Commercial Vehicle Show: vans, utes, and cargo bikes

ANCAP safety ratings: Volkswagen’s Terramar shines, Peugeot’s hybrids fall short

Nissan Ariya EV: Australian specs and pricing

Suzuki Fronx launch: a bold, compact hybrid SUV for new buyers

SUV-ification of sports car brands

Car terminology quirks and humour

Toyota Tundra road test: comfort, towing, and market fit

Tags: #Cars #Transport #Culture #OverdriveRadio #EV #SUV #Utes #RoadTest #ToyotaTundra #SuzukiFronx #NissanAriya #ANCAP

From jargon busting to giant utes: EV debuts, SUV culture & Toyota Tundra road test

What to know about Ford's Universal EV Platform. Today's Techstination.

What to know about Ford's Universal EV Platform

Ford has unveiled the 2026 F-150 Lightning STX.   New styles, better range and towing capacity.   More?   Marketing Manager Will Marchand chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination interview: 2026 F-150 Lightning STX on the way from Ford

22 decembrie 2025_Romică Băncianu

Enregistré les 25 et 26 septembre 2025.
Lou animatrice, interroge quelques-uns des usagers de l'Espace de Vie Sociale (aka EVS) de la MJC Trégunc.
Catherine, Bernard, Ghislaine et Laurence ont répondu présents au micro de Radio Sterenn.
Crédit Musique : Algorythmik "Our lady day"

Espace de Vie Sociale MJC Trégunc : interviews

This week on Green Street Patti and Doug talk about concerns over radiation in electric and hybrid cars (EMFs and RFR), and the Trump administration's continuing war on science, from which government agencies may never recover. Then Tim Judson, Executive Director of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service, talks about the push for nuclear energy, the problems associated with nuclear, and the opportunities we have to use better sources to satisfy current and future demands for power.

The New Push for Nuclear

Techstination is a daily report on consumer tech produced by Fred Fishkin.  Listen to full interviews and daily reports here and find more at www.techstination.com

The Geopolitics & Empire Podcast conducts interviews with prominent international experts on a wide-range of topics.

Past guests have included diplomats, government officials, whistleblowers, soldiers, spies, economists, academics, scientists, wealthy investors, dissidents, journalists, and musicians.

The broadcast seeks to gain insight from guests who come from the left, right, and beyond. It should go without saying that the host does not always agree with beliefs espoused by podcast invitees, but maintains an open mind, and believes it important to respectfully listen to a multitude of voices and let listeners come to their own conclusions.

*Music used in podcast intro is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

🎙️ From Sound to Systems: The Journey from Music to Artificial Intelligence

Music has always played a central role in my life. I started playing guitar at 19—not to become a musician, but to connect with creativity in a hands-on way. That same curiosity now drives my work in artificial intelligence, engineering, and technological innovation.

What began as a private SoundCloud account for listening and inspiration is now transforming into a platform for something new:
The launch of my AI & Technology Podcast.

🎧 New Podcast on Artificial Intelligence, Engineering & the Future of Work

As an AI engineer and systems thinker, I explore the deep transformation underway at the intersection of:

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Digital Engineering & Cloud Technologies

Sustainable Innovation & Future Skills

Neuroscience, Creativity & Human Potential

The podcast—available here on SoundCloud and on Spotify—features thought leadership, expert interviews, and practical insights for engineers, technologists, and future-minded thinkers.

Whether you're interested in:

Real-world AI use cases,

How to thrive in a world shaped by automation,

Interdisciplinary insights from engineering, psychology, and design.

Or building a future where tech serves people, not the other way around –
this podcast is designed for you.

🌐 Who am I?

AI Engineer | Cloud Architect | Battery Tech Innovator

Deep interest in cognitive science, systems thinking, and transformational technologies.

Passionate about bridging human values and technological progress.

Overdrive: Cars, Transport and Culture.

A weekly radio program featuring motoring & transport news from Australia & around the world, road tests, feature interviews & quirky stories.

David Brown is a respected motoring broadcaster heard online and across Australia on commercial, public and community radio.

WURD Radio is the only African-American owned and operated talk radio station in Pennsylvania, and one of few in the country. Taking a multimedia approach – on-air, online and in the community – WURD is widely recognized as the pulse of the African-American community locally, regionally, and nationally. From mayoral races to presidential elections, from the street corner to the corner suite, WURD has tackled the hard issues as an influential, respected and powerful voice in the marketplace.

Green Street is a science-based environmental health program hosted by Patti and Doug Wood. Each week, we bring you news and information you need to know and practical solutions for navigating an unhealthy world.

New tracks tagged #evs