Podcast: Collapsing car parks, cheap EVs and BMW’s new M3 Touring!

Welcome to the CarExpert Podcast – now in video! Sean Lander hosts the panel as we talk the latest in automotive news and reviews.

31 Jul 2023 at 10:00 am

James Wong

Senior Editor – Reviews

James Wong

Senior Editor – Reviews

Joining Sean this episode are Scott Collie and William Stopford.

We tackle some big topics this week, including the state of parking in Australia, cheap(er) cars making a comeback and the team chats about the new BMW M3 Touring!

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James Wong

James Wong

Senior Editor – Reviews

James Wong

Senior Editor – Reviews

James Wong is an automotive journalist and former PR consultant, recognised among Australia’s most prolific motoring writers.

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