Behind the Wheel

Listen to or download this week’s Behind the Wheel to catch Joel Helmes and Paul Maric discuss some of the best cars they have reviewed so far this year.

Will any of the vehicles that have stood out so far go on to claim the coveted Behind the Wheel Car of the Year?

We will have to wait and see!

Joel also gets to know the Ssangyong Korando this week.

We find out more about on-board GPS vehicle tracking technology from Trimble's Tom Scahill.

On two wheels Steve McDowall looks at the release of two new electric motorcycles.

And we find out why Ferrari is on the noise in China at the moment...

We're just about halfway in another year of car reviews.

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes caught up with Paul Maric to compare notes and look at some vehicles that have really stood out so far in 2012...

Behind the Wheel host Joel Helmes recently made an appearance on the top syndicated US motoring show Drivers Talk Radio.

Drivers Talk Radio, just like Behind the Wheel, is a syndicated radio show which airs on dozens of radio stations.

In all Drivers Talk Radio is heard across 54 radio stations across the US.

Joel joined fill-in host Jay Dalton and the rest of the team to look at some of the motoring differences, and even close parallels that exist between the US and Australia...

Behind the Wheel host Joel Helmes recently made an appearance on the top syndicated US motoring show Drivers Talk Radio.

Drivers Talk Radio, just like Behind the Wheel, is a syndicated radio show which airs on dozens of radio stations.

In all Drivers Talk Radio is heard across 54 radio stations across the US.

Joel joined fill-in host Jay Dalton and the rest of the team to look at some of the motoring differences, and even close parallels that exist between the US and Australia...

If there's one thing you can bet on it's that after the handing down of any federal or state government budget motoring organisations will be unhappy.

But this time we think there are some genuine complaints that can be made about the amount of funds being invested in the nation's roads.

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) says the federal government's 2012-13 budget includes a whopping four billion dollar drop in road infrastructure spending.

The investment for the financial year is projected to be a total of just $3.64 billion dollars.

AAA Executive Director Andrew McKellar says the significant drop in funding will put in jeopardy hopes of dropping road fatalities and serious injuries by 30% by 2020.

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes caught up with McKellar to find out more...

There's no doubt that in 2012 Big Brother is watching.

And while some are concerned our freedoms are being encroached upon there's no doubt GPS tracking is a technology that can help improve driver behaviour and road safety.

GPS and telematics technology company Trimble offer an in-vehicle device which allows for precise remote monitoring of vehicle speeds and movements.

Aside from the obvious positive safety implications the technology also helps businesses reduce their insurance premiums, and reduce running costs by ensuring their vehicles are being used efficiently.

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes caught up with Trimble Navigation's Business Area Director Tom Scahill to find out more...

We have a green light on another Behind the Wheel.

Join Joel Helmes and the team for another big show this week.

Paul Maric features a review of the Volvo V60, and Joel checks out the SRi-V Holden Cruze.

We also get a Fatality Free Friday update from Behind the Wheel road safety expert, and Fatality Free Friday founder Russell White.

And on two wheels Steve McDowall looks at the auction of a very rare Ferrari motorcycle.

That’s all this week on Behind the Wheel…

There's little doubt Volvo's line-up of cars have never been better than in 2012.

A mix of safe, sporty, luxurious and dare we say it even sexy models are in Volvo dealerships across Australia just looking for loving homes.

Behind the Wheel's Paul Maric has been getting acquainted with the V60 D3...

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has warned the outcome of an ACCC investigation into petrol companies may not provide a direct benefit to motorists.

The ACCC will look into price information sharing in the industry, in other words are the petrol companies colluding to ensure motorists can’t find a better price.

AAA Executive Director Andrew McKellar commented on the announcement of the investigation prior to flying to an engagement in the US saying motorists have every right to be sceptical about another investigation given previous probes have led to little benefit for them.

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes caught up with Mr McKellar's colleague, AAA Director of Government Relations & Communications James Goodwin to look at why there is some scepticism in the AAA...

The countdown is now well and truly on to this years Fatality Free Friday.

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes caught up with Fatality Free Friday founder Russell White for an update on preparations...

Get ready to join the Behind the Wheel team for another big show.

This week we have reviews of a bargain basement BMW the 116i, and the diesel Holden Cruze.

We look at a new service available to car buyers which is well worth checking out before handing over your money.

Steve McDowall looks at the damage outlaw bikies do to the reputation of people who ride Harley's and other similar bikes.

And Obi Wan Kenobi in trouble after a car accident?

That's all this week on the world's favourite car and motoring podcast - Behind the Wheel.

Some people will drive nothing but BMW.

Other people still see BMW as the car brand to aspire to.

There's no question it's the car brand that makes people feel like they've made it.

But hang on, you can actually join the BMW club for a lot less than you might realise.

Behind the Wheel's Paul Maric has been getting about in the entry level one series the 116i...

How much do you know about novated car leasing?

Behind the Wheel's Joel Helmes admits he didn't know much about the car buying option until he caught up Nigel Malcolm for a chat.

Nigel is the founder and CEO of Australia's largest independent fleet Management company Fleetcare.

Fleetcare recently launched an innovative new mobile car lease calculator and Joel felt now would be a great time to find out more...

Make sure you join the Behind the Wheel team for another big show this week.

Paul Maric road tests and compares two big diesels - the 3.0 Audi A6 and BMW 535D.

Joel Helmes has been getting about in the turbo petrol Holden Cruze hatch.

We also look at how cars and motorbikes can better get along with Steve McDowall, and find out about the new must have car accessory – an in car robot.

That’s all on this edition of Behind the Wheel...

Behind the Wheel's Paul Maric has been reviewing two big turbo diesel beasts - the Audi A6 and the BMW 535D.

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