Car Torque with Matty J
Matthew Janineh
Updated 7 days agoA car show for car enthusiasts. We talk all car topics, events and news, as well as having a laugh! We have an automotive quiz, do a Sunday Kickback show where we take your questions live on Facebook and give car updates on our current rides. Join me Matty J, Alam, Riz, Ed, David, Scotty, Chad, Rob and Adrian, as well as our other regular guests every week for Car Torque, the car show from Australia.
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Episodes (577)
Civic type R vs Golf R vs Focus RS
On this episode we discuss the three hot hatches at the 50k price point that we think are the best on the market. The Civic type R, Golf R and Focus RS. I was joined by Alam and James as we discussed what we liked about these hyper hatches, which one we would have, there pros and cons and if there is another option what would we take.
Hello 2018
On this podcast we welcome in the new year by talking about a quick recap of 2017 and whats to come in 2018. We also have an update on my cars and a new car to add to the car torque fleet. I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies as we welcomed in the new year!
All about Henry Ford
On this episode, we talk about arguably the most influential man in the car industry, Henry Ford. We talk about his career, life achievements and his "ideas". The car industry and the world owe the current state of industrialisation to this man. I was joined by James from Man vs Movies, Alam and Nathan.
Electric trucks and future Aussie cop cars
On this episode, we talk about the possible future of trucks with the recently announced Tesla Semi as well as the generational interest in cars. We also discuss the possible cars the police should try for the future as the final fleets of Falcons and Commodores near retirement. I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies and Mr WRX Alam.
Classic Japan and 80's and 90's Japanese cars that you should buy soon!
Japanese cars arguably had their golden era in the 80’s and 90’s, and its these cars that are really starting to appreciate on the classic car market. I was joined by James and Daniel as we talked about which ones are the cars we think are about to blow up in value and also discuss Classic Japan car show.
All about the MX5 / Miata
The japanse Mazda MX5 or Miata or Roadster is arguably the best known british sports car ever made. On this ep we talk about the little sportscar that is the best selling car of its type ever. We go through all varioutions of the MX5, discuss our favourites and talk about why it is so successful.I was joined by James from ESTBLSHD Rhysie K and Daniel from Auto Refuge.
All about the Mazda RX7
On this podcast we talk all about the weird and wonderful Japanese sports car the Mazda RX7. We talk about its beginnings and why it worked well and why it was a good alternative to the other Japanese sports cars of the time. I was joined by James as we go through the RX7 first to final gen.
All about WRX (no vape)
This is the first in a series of all about a certain car! We talk all about the Subaru WRX, history and models we like in particular! Was joined by Mr WRX himself Alam, James and Callum as we discussed Subarus rally car for the road.
The Mighty Car Mods Nationals and variable speed limit freeways
This week we discuss going to the Mighty Car Mods Nationals at Winton Motor Raceway, what we saw, what went on and our overall view on the day. We also discuss why the constant changes in speed limits on the freeway is a real annoying and dangerous thing. Alam teams up with Nathan in the hot seat for the quiz!
Small hits and being charged for less in a car
I was joined by Alam and Callum as we talked about small car park accidents, why dash cams are coming in handy. We also discuss car companies that charge more for their cars when they are the stripped out versions of the model. Alam is in the hot seat for the car quiz.
The end of Commodore and Australian Automotive production
On this episode we take a trip down Holden memory lane as we discuss our favourite Aussie made holdens. I was joined by James from Man Vs Movies to talk about our favourites, ones which are really popular and the once concept that holden should have made! If you love your Holden's, then this one is for you!
The rise of the hot hatch, Barra swapping and a big announcement
I was joined by Anthony and James from Man Vs Movies as we talked about why hot hatches are the performance car of the moment. We also talk about what would we Barra Swap and drop a huge announcement for the show!
Setting up Mazda 3 MPS suspension, sound deadening, karts and high driving positions
On this podcast i was joined by James from ESTBLSHD and Paul as we discussed Go Karts, high driving positions, setting James MPS suspension up and sound deadening. James is in the hot seat for the quiz!
370Z V Mustang GT V MX5
On this ep, i am joined by Anthony and Alam as we discuss our cars and discuss what is better, 370Z, Mustang GT or MX5? We discuss the differences and give our picks. Both Alam and Anthony team up for the car quiz!
Latest cars we are interested in driving!
On this episode I was joined by James from ESTBLSHD and Paul as we discussed the latest cars we actually want to get behind the wheel of. We delve further into Paul’s car history and find a car that the Japanese fan boys will love! Paul was in the hot seat for the car quiz!
Dubai with Tyron
On this different edition of Car Torque as I was joined by James along with Tyron, who is back from his trip to Dubai to tell us the ins and outs of Dubai, the cars he saw and why he loved the trip!
Ingredients for a good car movie
On this episode, i was joined by Callum and James from Man Vs Movies as we talked about what we like to see in car based movies,.We also talk about our favourite car related movies, what movies we think should be made and what we would do if we were directors!
Great cars for 20k, and loving my F6 again.
On this podcast, I was joined by Alam and James as we talked about some of the best cars you can buy for 20k or less, and my Sunday trip to which i drove to my favourite road and fell in love with my car all over again!
Mk1 MX5 revival, Toyota and forza, and what cars should car companies offer restoring to?
Was joined by James, Alam and Anthony as we talked about Toyotas decision to not have road cars in the upcoming game, Mazdas decisiion rto restore Mk 1 MX5s and what cars should car companies offer this service to? Alam and Anthony team up for the quiz!
The Nugget Nationals, expensive car parts and car swapping
On this podcast we talk about my first track day in the Nugget Nationals, how it went and why it was so well organised, I also talk to Rhys about car parts with ridiculous price tags and car swapping is the new tinder. Was joined by Rhys and James for this episode!
Sightseeing Europe the car enthusiast way
Dynamic Father Son duo Rob and Harley have just gotten back from their trip to Europe and are on the show to fill us in on the details. They talked about factory tours, Isle of man racing and casually getting past on the autobahn at 220kph. They joined up together for the quiz!
SS Wagons, used cars you can buy for the same price as fast hatchback and should first cars be crap or good?
Was joined in the studio with James and James from ESTBLSHD as well as first timer Rhys as we talked about his LS Wagon, his car history and what used car should you or could you buy for the same price as a new Focus RS? We also discuss if a first car should be old and simple or new and modern? Rhys is in the hot seat for the quiz!