Podcast: 2023 VFACTS, F-150 stop sale and Kia's stink bug problem

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

9 Jan 2024 at 9:21 am

James Wong

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James Wong

Marketplace Editor

The CarExpert Podcast is back for 2024! The guys give a full and detailed wrap of the 2023 VFACTS numbers, Scott tells us about Ford’s F-150 stop sale and James fills us in on Kia’s stink bug problem.

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James Wong

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

James Wong

Marketplace Editor

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

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