HUGE increase in Toyota thefts and why the new Macan might be a dud

HUGE increase in Toyota thefts and why the new Macan might be a dud

Author: Paul Maric and Gordie Waters July 8, 2025 Duration: 49:20
On this episode we talk about the HUGE increase in Toyota thefts and why your car could be next. We also get more details on the Mercedes-Benz that Gordie's dad had stolen from him. Plus, Apple grinds Paul's gears and the guys chat about the new Macan and explain why it could be a dud for the brand... If you haven't done so - subscribe to the show on your favourite podcast platform and hit us up at contact@thedriversshow.com.au if you have any questions you want us to read out on the show! The Driver’s Show is proudly sponsored by Idemitsu Nano Tailored Oil. Experience the power of precision and over 100 years of engineering expertise, we thank them for their awesome support, and absolutely love their products. Wanna know more? Check them out here: au.idemitsu-nano-tailored-oil.com 

Forget the polished studio sets and scripted banter. The Driver's Show is a conversation that happens in the garage, fueled by genuine obsession and a deep well of knowledge. Hosts Paul Maric and Gordie Waters bring a unique dynamic to the automotive world. Paul, a respected expert and co-founder of CarExpert.com.au, offers the technical depth and industry insight, while Gordie’s background as a fast-talking radio host injects energy and relatable curiosity. Together, they strip away the usual schtick and marketing speak that often surrounds car culture. What you’ll hear is an unfiltered, often humorous, and always passionate discussion about anything on four wheels. Each episode feels like eavesdropping on two friends who happen to know everything about engines, design, and driving thrill. They dive into the latest models, dissect industry news, and share stories from the road, all with an authenticity that’s rare to find. This podcast is built for anyone who lights up at the sound of a great exhaust note or loves the debate over classic versus modern engineering. It’s less of a formal review and more of a shared discovery, reminding listeners why they fell in love with cars in the first place. Tune in for the unvarnished opinions, the deep dives, and the sheer joy of the topic.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 69

The Driver's Show
Podcast Episodes
The CRAZY stolen Benz story, plus the new M5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:45
We are BACK! On this episode, we talk about why the long hiatus, Paul's journey to review a Jaecoo, Gordie's dad and his stolen Mercedes-Benz fiasco. We also discuss the new 'soft' hybrid BMW M5, and our long term MG ZS…
What REALLY happened with the BYD Shark controversy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:56
The Pavle Report - The BYD Shark 6 review, the whole story. Paul's review on the BYD Shark 6 ruffled a few feathers with the videos getting over 1 million views, so, Gordie grills Paul for the full uncensored story. If y…
The absolute best of the guests [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:42:48
While Paul tans his arse in Europe, Gordie and Producer Livo revisit some of the most exciting guests of the Driver's Show for 2024. Dave McCowan - Automotive Content Director for Newscorp Frank Cassidy - Porsche Collect…
We wake up Trevor Long...plus the new Toyota LandCruiser Prado [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:33
A rude awakening for Trevor Long! Plus a review of the new Toyota Prado. We wake up Trevor Long, Paul reveals his ultimate car brand, we hop in and review the all new Toyota LandCruiser Prado in one of our loosest episod…
This guy has 10m followers! Plus Gordie's new V12 car... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:48
We interview one of the craziest car guys you're ever likely to meet. Mark Trueno runs StreetFX - a brand with over 10 million followers on social media. He runs us through his car collection and some of the crazy stuff…
The guy behind the biggest Chinese EV brand in Australia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:55
This is a special episode of the show - Gordie interviews Luke Todd, the executive chairman of EV Direct - the Australian company behind BYD in Australia. Gordie asks all the...questions - they would be hard questions, b…
Toyota to replace 100k engines, Ioniq 5N, plus one of the WORST EVs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:24
This was a fun episode. We talk about Toyota replacing over 100,000 engines in the US on Toyota and Lexus products and how it may affect Australians. We also go back to chat about the epic Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Even if EVs…