Car Torque with Matty J

On this episode of Car Torque we Kick it back on Sunday to talk our recent drive through the Yarra Valley, Talk about old school rally cars and have some interesting what would you rathers. I was joined by Alam and Anthony (Mr WRX and Mr XR6T) as we discuss these topics and more!

This episode I was joined By Alam, Riz and James as we talked about my Typhoons oil gauge going haywire, electric cars and the country that is about to take over the automotive landscape. We also discuss tolls and car warranties in different parts of the world.

I am joined by Alam and Anthony as we talked all things car accidents, what would you rathers and we took answers from our listeners! Alam was in a bingle and Anthony is eagerly waiting the return of his XR6T ute

Sunday kickback #2. I was joined by Alam, and James from man vs movies as we talked a few what would you rathers and general car talk. Would you prefer an old car or a resto mod?

On this show we talked about seeing cars we aspire to own on the road, is the Raptor woth the extra cash over the standard Ranger and odd dealership experiences. I was joined by Alam, Riz and James from Man Vs Movies. Alam and Riz worked together on the car quiz.

The first of our Sunday edition podcasts! We went live on Facebook as we answered our listeners questions, as well as discussed a range of what would you rathers. I was joined by Alam, Adam and Anthony as we went through these as well as discuss other car related topics!

I was joined by Alam, Anthony, James and Riz as we talked about whats better? Forced induction or Naturally Aspirated. We also discuss me having to buy a new clutch for the F6 and getting a shock at the price.

On this episode of Car Torque, we talked about the latest Nugget Nationals event at Winton raceway, EPA laws and the process when you get caught, and expensive Porsches. I was joined as usual by Riz, Alam, Jazzy James, Rhys and Peter.  

On this episode, we talk about the timeless 8 series coupe, the latest self driving car issue, distracted driving and all things inbetween. I was joined by Alam, James, Riz,  Peter and Anthony as we discussed these issues and more.

On this podcast I was joined by Alam, Riz and James from Man Vs Movies as we talked about getting stung for a roadworthy and licencing issues in Australia, Nissans current line up as well as give a car update. Riz tells us about his recent trip to Cars and Coffee and seeing quite the clean series 2 RX8.

On this podcast we have 'Jazzy James' on the panel as he takes my role and gives me a quiz (a hard one!). We talk about rally experiences, Caradvice's podcast, old school muscle cars and general car torque (pardon the pun). Was joined by Alam, Riz James and new guest Peter.

On this podcast I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies, Riz, and 'Jazzy' James as we talked about Riz's trip to the most recent Shannon’s Auctions, why Elon Musk is Iron Man, cars you can get surprisingly cheap, different car shows and James new radio career! 

On this episode of Car Torque, I interview Paul Maric from Car Advice.com.au who is the Senior Road Tester. I ask questions about the automotive journalist industry,  how to get in, what journos look for, cars in general, ask a few this or that’s and get an understanding of Paul himself. Paul gives in depth information about his time in the industry, his car views as well as where he wants to see...

The new Toyota Supra is about to be released (hopefully), and it is the worst kept secret in the industry right now! I was joined by Alam, Riz and James as we discuss the new car, the history of Supra, why it was so successful, why its universally loved and why Toyota needs a new one. We also discuss if the car is going to work in this climate with other sports car. Riz was in the hot seat for the...

On this podcast, I was joined by Riz and Tyron as we discussed one of the most hotly anticipated hatches of the last 5 years, as well as speaking to Riz about finding a better way and experience to buy a car.

On this ep, we were joined by Alam, James, Rhys and James (from man vs movies) as we talked about my experience driving a Tesla 100D around Melbourne, Toyota Land Cruiser Troop Carrier 75 series purchases and mods with Rhys, and If I have been converted to the dark side (Electric power)... Plenty happening in this episode and heaps of future arguments. 

On this episode we talk about all things engine swaps! I was joined by Alam, Adam and James as we talk about our dream swaps and what swaps that we have seen that we are fans of. Adam is in the hot seat for the car quiz.

Hot hatches have been in the media a ton lately with the latest hyper hatches running amuck with the big boys. The 2000s saw the shift from big displacement engines in little cars to turbo technology in which we see in hot hatches today. This period was the resurgence of the hot hatch. I was joined by Alam and Anthony as we talked about our favourite from the period and why these cars made such an...

On this episode we discuss the three hot hatches at the 50k price point that we think are the best on the market. The Civic type R, Golf R and Focus RS. I was joined by Alam and James as we discussed what we liked about these hyper hatches, which one we would have, there pros and cons and if there is another option what would we take. 

On this podcast we welcome in the new year by talking about a quick recap of 2017 and whats to come in 2018. We also have an update on my cars and a new car to add to the car torque fleet. I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies as we welcomed in the new year!

On this episode, we talk about arguably the most influential man in the car industry, Henry Ford. We talk about his career, life achievements and his "ideas". The car industry and the world owe the current state of industrialisation to this man. I was joined by James from Man vs Movies, Alam and Nathan.

On this episode, we talk about the possible future of trucks with the recently announced Tesla Semi as well as the generational interest in cars. We also discuss the possible cars the police should try for the future as the final fleets of Falcons and Commodores near retirement. I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies and Mr WRX Alam.

Japanese cars arguably had their golden era in the 80’s and 90’s, and its these cars that are really starting to appreciate on the classic car market. I was joined by James and Daniel as we talked about which ones are the cars we think are about to blow up in value and also discuss Classic Japan car show. 

The japanse Mazda MX5 or Miata or Roadster is arguably the best known british sports car ever made. On this ep we talk about the little sportscar that is the best selling car of its type ever. We go through all varioutions of the MX5, discuss our favourites and talk about why it is so successful. I was joined by James from ESTBLSHD Rhysie K and Daniel from Auto Refuge.

On this podcast we talk all about the weird and wonderful Japanese sports car the Mazda RX7. We talk about its beginnings and why it worked well and why it was a good alternative to the other Japanese sports cars of the time. I was joined by James as we go through the RX7 first to final gen.