Podcasts by AutoTalk - The NZ Auto Industry Podcast

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 67 from 2023-10-06T10:00

We have a new panelist today, and set a CarJam challenge!

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 66 from 2023-09-29T11:30

Back to discussing our favourite topic - the fun at 2CheapCars. But will it be for the last time?

Correction - we mention this is episode 65 in the recording, it is actually 66.

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 65 - Express edition from 2023-09-22T11:00

We are trying something new this week! All the stories, none of the fluff.

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 64 from 2023-09-16T11:00

Bit of a crazy news week this one! Which means we will probably talk about something else...

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 63 from 2023-09-08T11:00

We have some serious stuff to discuss... and then there is the automotive industry.

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 62 from 2023-09-01T11:00

A normal episode, at a normal time, with the normal crew. This won't last...

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 61 from 2023-08-25T11:00

After a few weeks off we are back! And there is a lot to discuss...

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 60 - Late night express edition from 2023-07-28T17:21

We prerecorded this late at night. Our apologies...

AutoTalk Weekly Wrap - Episode 59 from 2023-07-21T11:00

Two hosts, two weeks, and two amusing videos to watch.

Today Graeme has to do a podcast while running a yard solo. What could go wrong? from 2023-07-07T15:37

This week we discuss the market turmoil caused by the Clean Car Discount, new appointments at EMD and Mitsubishi, and Graeme is late…

After a few weeks off we are back. Lots to talk about then! from 2023-06-30T15:28

After a few weeks off we are back with a huge dose of news and opinion!

Another week of middle aged men moaning about the government... from 2023-06-09T15:17

Our usual wrap-up of the week’s news with a smattering of opinion!

Late, late, early! Another great week of news and views. from 2023-06-02T15:04

This week the team discusses the Clean Car Discount, Fieldays, results season, electric vehicle launches and more!

Plus find out why the Holden Cruze and Kia Bill make it into the discussi...

We are late today. Will it be worth it? Find out! from 2023-05-19T13:46

Richard, Graeme and David discuss a range of issues, including emissions standards, the budget, and Graeme’s need for a car!

Transport Minister Interview Reactions from 2023-05-12T13:41

This week, Graeme Macdonald and David Crawford join Richard to analyse and react to his interview with transport minister Michael Wood on the changes to the Clean Car Discount.

52... that is once a week for a year! from 2023-05-05T13:38

This week Richard and Graeme are joined by former Motor Industry Association chief executive David Crawford as we discuss the news of the week and in particular the changes to the Clean Car Disc...

A short episode for a short week. from 2023-04-28T13:35

Back again with a short episode for a short week!

And… Mustang!

We are back! Fresh after a couple of weeks off. And now for the news... from 2023-04-14T13:31

In this video, we offer a seat at the lunch table to one viewer, discuss used Tesla pricing, the Clean Car Discount, and much more!

Let's have some fun with AI! from 2023-03-24T13:44

In this episode, we cover the news of the week, and discuss what AI can do for your dealership.

We missed a week, but make up for it in this news-packed episode! from 2023-03-17T14:21

We skipped a week, so here is an extra-long, news-packed episode of Richard and Graeme arguing!

The market is not looking great. Let's discuss if it is going to get better! from 2023-03-03T17:39

In this episode of the AutoTalk Weekly Wrap, we discuss the slow car market in February, farewell dealer Ian Gibson and look at cars that drive themselves to import lots. Plus, an update on the ...

Another week, some more ranting about the industry! from 2023-02-24T17:33

Our weekly round up of news and opinion. Mostly the opinion of two grown men that struggle to dress like adults…

Graeme has escaped to Australia. Will they let him return? from 2023-02-17T17:32

In this edition of the wrap, we discuss the devastating floods and storm damage, why it shows the value of add on protection products, V2L capability, misbehaving dealers, and much more.

Another big week of news! from 2023-02-10T16:51

Another big week of news discussed on AutoTalk weekly wrap with Richard & Graeme.

Marketing Statistics, Auckland Floods&More from 2023-02-03T13:46

In this issue, Richard and Graeme discuss the monthly market statistics, Auckland’s floods, and more.

Late Night Session Weekly Wrap from 2023-01-27T13:41

This week the Weekly Wrap is recorded late night. So the same rants and discussion, just darker!

What a new PM means for the trade from 2023-01-20T13:35

In episode 41 of the AutoTalk Weekly Wrap we discuss what the exit of Jacinda Ardern and a new government could mean for the automotive trade.

Kicking off 2023 from 2023-01-06T13:33

We jump into a Suzuki Hustler to discuss what to expect for the trade in 2023. Or at least some of out exceptions!

Best of 2022 from 2022-12-30T13:30

In our final Weekly Wrap of 2022, we cover the year’s top stories according to our readers.

Christmas edition! from 2022-12-23T13:28

Our usual weekly rant on industry issues – Christmasified.

Unregistered traders, unfortunate TikToks&much more! from 2022-12-16T13:24

In this week’s wrap, Richard Edwards and Graeme Macdonald discuss unregistered traders, unfortunate TikToks, shipping delays, the need for training and much more.

New NZAI CEO; Zooma fails from 2022-12-09T13:18

In this issue, host Richard Edwards and Graeme Macdonald discuss the new NZAI CEO, the failure of Zooma, shill bidding and much more!

Market turmoil and CCD kicks off from 2022-12-02T14:15

In this week’s AutoTalk Weekly Wrap, Richard Edwards and Graeme Macdonald discuss the ups and downs of the market, the Clean Car Standard getting underway, Toyota’s emissions plans, BYD’s networ...

Clean Car Standard fizzer, LDV’s new EV from 2022-11-25T14:10

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Clean Car updates, AA’s media gaffe from 2022-11-18T14:15

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Live from Autotalk Live! from 2022-11-11T14:01

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel with industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

This short episode was recorded live from our Autotalk Live event at Catalin...

Mitsubishi vs Toyota, MTF partners up from 2022-11-04T14:30

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

The future of Ports of Auckland from 2022-10-28T12:07

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

NZ Post’s EV issue, AutoTalk Live update from 2022-10-21T12:04

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

BYD's Aussie issus, a dirty Tesla, new dealerships&more! from 2022-10-14T12:01

This week Richard Edwards and Graeme Macdonald discuss BYD’s ongoing Australian issues, a dirty Tesla, new dealerships, and much more!

September analysis, MTF breaks record from 2022-10-07T11:58

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Rust treatments, Susuki Price rise&Ford Mach-E price from 2022-09-30T11:53

In this week’s episode we discuss rust treatments, Suzuki price rises, and Ford Mach-E pricing.

VIA changes, MIA calls out govt from 2022-09-23T11:52

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

NZAI teaser, Mustangs and EVs from 2022-09-16T11:48

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

NZAI AGM round-up, ute deluge from 2022-09-09T11:44

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Dissecting data, AutoTalk Live update from 2022-09-02T10:00

Richard is back at the dealership!

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdona...

Hybrid ute teased, Australia’s big EV from 2022-08-26T10:00

Richard is coming live from the bright lights of Ohakune!

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry co...

Turners good fortunes, AutoTalk Live update from 2022-08-19T10:00

The podcast hits 21! Shots! Or at least some discussion of industry news :)

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hans...

AutoTalk conference launch, NZAI updates from 2022-08-12T11:37

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

2 Cheap update, ute sales about to boom? from 2022-08-05T15:16

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Ford Rangers, Clean Car and truck driver wages from 2022-07-29T11:31

In this edition, Matthew Hansen is away driving the new Ford Ranger, leaving host Richard Edwards and panelist Graeme Macdonald to discuss the issues.

This week we check out the Ranger, di...

2 Cheap troubles, goodbye Pukekohe from 2022-07-22T11:20

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Fees rising, electric Ford Ranger rumours&more from 2022-07-15T11:16

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen, with regular guest Graeme Macdonald away sick.

Together the pair discuss...

Clean Car chaos and EV utes from 2022-07-08T11:13

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Should govt increase the $80,000 Clean Car cap? from 2022-07-01T11:09

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

EV updates, insurance ‘add-on’ opinions and more from 2022-06-23T11:03

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Auckland dealer thefts, driving new EVs from 2022-06-17T11:00

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Aussie dealers dropping the ball from 2022-06-10T10:58

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Live from the AADA conference from 2022-06-03T10:55

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

For this edition of the wrap, R...

Leasing schemes, electric boats, and more from 2022-05-27T10:53

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Dissecting the scrappage scheme and more from 2022-05-20T10:49

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Inside Ford’s new gun, Fieldays and more from 2022-05-13T10:45

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Angry customers, scrappage schemes and more from 2022-05-06T10:35

We discuss rumours that a vehicle scrappage scheme is coming for the New Zealand market, and much more.

Together the trio discusses the biggest stories of the motoring week, scrappage sche...

Toyota wins, Mitsubishi departs and more from 2022-04-29T10:31

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Inflation, Chery’s return and more from 2022-04-22T10:25

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

EV troubles, crafty thieves and more from 2022-04-14T10:18

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Ute prices, Clean Car frustrations and more from 2022-04-08T10:14

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discusses the...

Road trips, record registration&more from 2022-04-01T10:12

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

Together the trio discu...

Weekly Wrap - Opel returns and Motorcentral gets new parent from 2022-03-25T15:18

News article 1: Electrified-start as Opel returns https://autotalk.co.nz/news/electrified-start-as-opel-returns (https://autotalk.co.nz/news/electrified-start-as-opel-returns)News article 2: AutoTa...

The rules around vaccines from 2021-11-05T13:44

In this AutoTalk video podcast, AutoTalk managing editor Richard Edwards discusses the minefield that is vaccine mandates and staff vaccine information with staff barrister Jonothan Whyte of Cather...

Dealerhub with James McComb and Mike Harvey from 2021-10-12T09:00

Autotalk managing editor Richard Edwards speaks to Dealer Hub founders James McComb and Mike Harvey about how their new national dealer-to-dealer-only online trad...

Foot family holding on to 50-year legacy from 2021-10-06T16:00

Well-known Wellington dealer Brendan Foot is still working away at his eponymous business in the Hutt valley after a massive 50 years. But times are changing, with the family continuing a long-runn...

Polestar lands in NZ with Bruce Fowler from 2021-10-02T08:00

In this episode of the AutoTalk podcast, Polestar brand manager Bruce Fowler joins host Richard Edwards to discuss the launch of the brand in New Zealand. Cars will begin landing later this year pr...

Transport minister Michael Wood on Clean Car legislation from 2021-09-24T09:00

Thanks to our sponsor - Autosure - www.autosure.co.nz In a special episode of the AutoTalk podcast, Transport minister Michael Wood joins host Richard Edwards to discuss the Land Transport (Clean C...

Industry panel: The legislation behind Clean Car Standard and Discount discussed from 2021-09-17T14:08

In this industry panel, a group of industry leaders discuss the Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill and its associated regulation - the work that will allow the government's Clean Car Standar...

Consumer credit changes for dealers discussed from 2021-09-03T14:51

In this podcast video, host Richard Edwards speaks with Financial Services Federation executive direct Lyn McMorran. We discuss the history behind changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finan...

COVID-19 support with Lani Fogelberg from 2021-08-25T13:22

In our fifth lockdown discussion, AutoTalk's Richard Edwards discusses the support available to businesses with management expert Lani Fogelberg of Fogelberg Consulting. Tops discussed include the ...

Making the most of listings in level 4 with Jayme Fuller of Trade Me Motors from 2021-08-24T15:10

In our third AutoTalk Live lockdown special, Trade Me Motors head of sales Jayme Fuller joins host Richard Edwards to discuss online listings during lockdown. Fuller reveals a range of interesting ...

Lead management in Level 4 with Matt Darby from 2021-08-23T12:16

In our latest AutoTalk Live video in lockdown, Matt Darby of AutoPlay talks lead management with host Richard Edwards. What should staff be doing with leads, how far back should they be going, and ...

Communicating with customers in Level 4 with Anthony Maclean from 2021-08-20T14:40

We chat with Anthony Maclean of BoostAuto.co.nz about the things you should be doing to both maintain your online presence, communicate with customers and boost your marketing spend in COVID Level ...

Trading at level 4 with Greig Epps from 2021-08-19T14:09

Greg Epps of New Zealand's Motor Trade Association joins host Richard Edwards from his home office to discuss what limited trading dealers and workshops can do under COVID Level 4 restrictions.

Radio, restaurants and car sales with Pete Marsden from 2021-02-02T10:43

In the latest episode of the AutoTalk podcast, host Richard Edwards catches up with Pete Marsden, who has a range of other careers and businesses alongside his vehicle dealer efforts. He discusses ...

Dane Fisher on SIXT from 2021-01-22T11:11

In late 2020, Giltrap Group general manager of business development joined host Richard Edwards to discuss the brand's new mobility and rental business SIXT. Topics discussed include the challenges...

Nick Wheeler of WMC on used car balance from 2020-11-06T11:45

Nick Wheeler comes with a long family history in the trade. Today, he runs an expansive used car operation on Christchurch's central-city dealer strip. In an interview with AutoTalk host Richard Ed...

Peter Aitken on his exceptional career from 2020-10-23T10:48

Peter Aitken may be best known as the former managing director of Mazda New Zealand, but his history in the trade is far deeper than that. In an interview with AutoTalk host Richard Edwards, he dis...

New ownership for UDC with Wayne Percival from 2020-10-03T09:45

This week we have a great interview with UDC chief executive Wayne Percival. He discusses their new ownership, and gives his take on the post-covid market. Enjoy! This podcast ties into stories in ...

AutoTrader rises again with Ross Logue and Richie East from 2020-09-25T08:05

In April last year Ross Logue and Richie East completed a management buyout of legendary listing website and magazine Autotrader New Zealand. They join AutoTalk's Richard Edwards to discuss the sit...

Driven.co.nz with Tash Callister and Dean Evans from 2020-09-18T08:05

The team from Driven.co.nz/NZME, head of Driven Natasha ‘Tash’ Callister and editor Dean Evans join host Richard Edwards to discuss what their website, and printed publications, offer the dealer ma...

MG goes EV with Anthony MacLean from 2020-09-11T11:40

SAIC Motor country manager Anthony MacLean joins host Richard Edwards to discuss the rebirth of the MG brand in New Zealand, and its new venture into electric vehicles. They discuss the reception C...

Trade Me Motors with Alan Clark and Jayme Fuller from 2020-09-04T11:34

Trade Me head of classifieds Alan Clarke and Trade Me Motors head of sales Jayme Fuller join host Richard Edwards to discuss how the largest vehicle listing site in the country handled COVID, chang...

AutoTalk podcast - Secondhand car panel from 2020-08-28T10:55

In episode eight of the AutoTalk podcast, we discuss the strong market for'secondhand'vehicles. Joining host Richard Edwards is Andrew Simms buyer Graham Green, Turners chief executive Greg Hedgepe...

The Rolls Royce sales experience with Ian Grant from 2020-08-22T12:15

Rolls Royce global client sales manager Ian Grant joins host Richard Edwards over Zoom from Singapore. They discuss the special experience buyers are taken through before, during and after the purc...

AutoTalk COVID-19 Special from 2020-08-14T08:13

With COVID-19 now back in the community, and restrictions back in place, a panel of industry members join host Richard Edwards to discuss the lockdown, how trade is continuing, what the economic im...

Dean Sheed on Audi's electrification from 2020-08-07T10:10

In this episode, Audi New Zealand general manager Dean Sheed joins us to discuss how the brand has done since COVID-19 and the electrification of their range. He also drops some great news about th...

Graeme Macdonald on his career and VIA from 2020-07-31T10:45

The latest AutoTalk podcast is available for listening now, free, on your favourite podcast app.  Joining host Richard Edwards this week is outgoing VIA North Island chairman Graeme Macdonald....

Tesla Giga Southland - with Nigel Broomhall from 2020-07-24T07:15

This episode is a crossover with our sister magazine and podcast, EVs and Beyond. We chat with Nigel Broomhall, who is seeking support for an ambitious plan to get Tesla to build a Giga Factory in ...

Vinsen details VIA's restructure from 2020-07-17T08:25

We have an incredibly timely interview for episode 3 of the AutoTalk podcast, out now, with VIA chief executive David Vinsen joining us to discuss the radical changes happening with the association...

Ford's Simon Rutherford - Van man from 2020-07-10T11:30

In episode 2 of the AutoTalk podcast we catch up with Ford New Zealand managing director Simon Rutherford. He tells us about how the company worked through COVID-19, future electric models, the For...

Neeraj Lala steps up from 2020-07-02T06:08

In the first episode of the AutoTalk podcast, we chat with Toyota New Zealand's incoming chief executive officer Neeraj Lala. We discuss outgoing chief executive Alistair Davis, Neeraj's career, hi...