Gears And Beers: The Unashamedly Unprofessional Automotive Podcast

We're sorry there's no proper episode 141 this week, so instead of having you guys go a week without our amazing bollocks, here's a bonus episode of cutting-room floor pre-episode recordings of hot takes and absolute bollocks. Not much more to say, this episode is simply a collection of hot takes. We'll be back to 'normal' next week. Cheers, Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop! Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

We are back for episode 140! We're sorry it's a day late, long story. We start off this episode with talking about the maintenance/service work we've done to Mitch's Hilux (which is why this episode is late). Matt and Joseph then talk about their recent experience at VR Motorsport, who are an epic mob in south-east Queensland. We then kick into a bit of news about Holden dealers being pissed off with General Motors, and Matt gets political. Matt then talks about Rob Dahm's all-wheel-drive turbo 4-rotor RX7 finally getting onto the dyno, and BMW releasing a manual option for the 4-banger turbo Z4. We then talk about how the Toyota LandCruiser is the vehicle that is most likely to reach 300,000Km. Then Matt has a rant about being sick and tired over the rivalry between Toyota and Nissan, and the incredible increase in values of Japanese cars. Matt then brings up the BMW i4 electric touring/sedan, which has us argue about electric cars (as per usual), then talks about the Y62 Nissan Patrol and how his stance on

We are back for episode 139! This week we kick off the news by talking about the news about General Motors officially killing off Holden, and pulling out of right-hand drive markets globally. We talk about Holden a fair bit throughout this episode, as it really is the biggest bit of news this week. We then talk about dual-cab utes for a bit, specifically, Mercedes killing over the X-Class, and Peugeot introducing their LDV-based dual-cab before we get back onto talking about Holden. We then talk about Bathurst, and how the Bathurst 12 Hour is gaining a lot of traction, and in many ways, is becoming far more interesting than the Supercars Bathurst 1000. Joseph then talks about the limited edition, epic, and Australian-developed Ford Mustang R. Joel, the Short One, talks about his new kinda-project car Suzuki Swift. We then play a new game from Joseph, which, in our usual form, is yet to have a name. And while Matt, Mitch, and Joel try to find their cars, Joseph talks about the new Honda Civic Type R... Then we

We are back for episode 138! This episode is a continuation from episode 137, and Mitch is still not sober. We did the news last week, so this week it's game week. For the first game, Ben takes the reigns. Ben has 2 cars for under $20,000, and it's our job to guess the cars - This is very similar to the Simon Special, but it's not. Matt then challenges Mitch and Joseph to find 2 cars that are front-wheel drive and under $50,000, while Matt, Michael, and Ben talk about their favourite cars, and we argue about the Ford GT. We then talk about the cars we'll probably be driving in the future. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com We have a merch shop! Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

We are back for episode 137! This week, most of us have had a few beverages, and are joined by Ben and Michael. Mitch kicks off the news this week about Tesla remotely deactivating the 'Autopilot' from a used Tesla sold having Autopilot. Matt then asks a question to y'all about how you typically buy your cars; privately or from a dealer? Joseph then has some news about Aston Martin's 400kw DBX SUV being sold out in Australia, despite its awful appearance. Mitch then has some news about Queensland Police earning over $200,000 from revenue in the first week after the introduction of the $1000 using a mobile phone while driving fine. We then have an argument over using your phone while driving, and car manufacturers replacing physical climate and media controls with a touch interface. We then have a discussion about the awful standards for driver education. We then talk about the Porsche 992, specifically the Turbo, and how we don't actually don't like it, and then we argue about the 911 and the Cayman. Then Fer

We are back for episode 136! This week we talk about the Liqui-Moly Bathurst 12 Hour race, which we had on while we recorded this episode. We kick off talking about some drivers in the Bathurst 12 hour being 'Gentlemen Drivers' who don't yield to faster cars when shown the blue flag, and apparently some Gentlemen Drivers racing AMG's have air-conditioning fitted! Throughout this week's episode, we talk about the Bathurst 12 Hour. Joseph then talks about his first track day of 2020 and talks a bit about the changes he's made to the suspension setup on his 86, and a bit about tyres. Mitch then rants about idiots on the highway staying in the overtaking lane who aren't even going the speed limit and slow drivers in general. Matt then attempts to talk about Mazda, and their 100th Birthday, then Joseph talks about why you shouldn't buy a Tesla. Mitch then talks about his old thongs having a catastrophic blow-out and the #firstworldproblem having to wear actual shoes. Matt then asks Joseph and Mitch for their favou

We are back for episode 135! This week is kinda a part two of last week's episode, but also kinda isn't. We kick off this week with some 'What Have You Done To Your Car This Week' chats, starting off with the Short One talking about his 300ZX. Matt then talks some rapid-fire news about a Toyota making a cross-over Yaris, Tesla's stock going up, Oslo's road death toll, and Matt updates y'all on Australia's bushfire status, before getting back on what have we done to our cars this week... We're great at staying on topic! We then argue about suspension and swaybars., and the Short One then talks about motorcycle suspension setups. We then play a game where Mitch picked two different cars, Matt and Joseph have to guess the cars. This wasn't supposed to be 'The Simon Special', but it basically turned into it. We then finish off with another game, this time issued by Matt. Matt gave us a budget of $20,000 with which to find a front-wheel-drive car, then we proceed to argue. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter a

Sorry it's late, but here's episode 134! This week, we recorded in Morwood's new house, so we were set up on a 6-foot bi-fold table and some camp chairs. This week, we have some news to talk about. We start off with a bit of news about Hyundai/Genesys's GV80-based ute-pick-up thing, which will have a 3.0L straight-six turbo diesel that's 'architecturally similar to' BMW's engine. Mitch then talks about a handful of car brands that have bucked the industry trend and have found growth in sales over the last year. Joseph then talks about Lamborghini's 43% growth thanks to the Urus... Believe it or not. Matt then has some news about Toyota lighting the Olympic torch for the Japan 2020 Olympics with a flying "car" quadcopter thing. Joseph then talks about more rumours surrounding the Toyota GT86 gen2. Mitch then briefly talks about Nissan reportedly putting a twin-turbo V6 in the next-gen Zed car. Matt talks about Fisker making an SUV that reportedly will be an affordable electric SUV, before breaking into talking

We're back for episode 133, this week we talk about the stuff we forgot to talk about in episode 132. We start by talking about us rating well on Podchaser's best of 2019 for Automotive podcasts. So, we kick off the news this week with a bit of Ford Australia news. Ford is finally chucking the Mustang's Coyote 5L V8 in the Ranger Raptor! We then talk about Donut Media's Up To Speed on the Cadillac CTS-V, and comparing its 640hp V8 against the HSV GTSR-W1 which has 646Hp. We then talk a bit more about Toyota / Gazoo Racing's Yaris, which finally has had its power released complete with full reveal photographs of the car... And we talk about Dodge's Challenger Mitch then talks about the latest developments and roadblocks with his Honda Integra project (Shitegra). We then talk about good experiences with car part sellers and the frustration of finding a good mechanic in the Brisbane area. We then talk about Sony unveiling their concept electric car at the CES (Consumer Electronics Show), from which we talk about

The first episode for the new decade (and yes, it IS a new decade!). We kick off by talking about nonsense and giving shoutouts to a couple of mad listeners. Joseph kick off with a bit of news regarding the disgraced ex-CEO of the Renault Nissan Alliance, Carlos Ghosn escaping his Japanese house arrest and escaping to Lebanon in a musical instrument case.  Mitch then briefly talks about McLaren's Speedtail finishing testing and reaching 403kph top speed. Mitch and Matt swapped cars for the weekend as Matt needed a ute to move house, so Mitch ended up driving Matt's Subaru WRX, and he has some thoughts on it. Matt then talks about Mitch's Hilux, and likewise, he has a few thoughts on the driving experience. We then talk about Mitch's Integra (the Shitegra) having a bit of work done with it, and Matt whinges again about Mitch's goal to register the Integra, Joseph talks about some small odds-n-ends that he's done to his 86. We then talk about QucikJacks, and wings/wangs/aero. Find us on Facebook, Instagram

We are back for episode 131! This week it's our Cars of the Year episode! Our categories this year are; Best 4x4/SUV of 2019. Best Euro of 2019. Best JDM of 2019. Best Supercar of 2019. Worst car of 2019. Overall Best Car of 2019. Not much more to say about this week's episode, it is what it is. However, we would like to thank everyone for their support this year. We love doing this ridiculous podcast, and we love that you guys like it to. We cannot thank you enough for your support.  Have a happy and safe New Year's and We'll see you in 2020. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com Gears and Beers Podcast is hosted by Mitchell Denham, Matthew Morwood, and Joseph Riga Unashamedly Unprofessional

We are back for episode 130! This week we're joined by the Short One, and we start off talking about our new merch shop! Mitch then breaks into a bit of a rant about Joseph dropping some chocolate ice cream cone in Mitch's Hilux. Matt then gets on the band-wagon about the to-be Toyota GR Yaris, and how freaking sick it is. Mitch then talks about the progress on his Honda Integra, specifically the parts that are stuck in New South Wales because of the fires. Matt then gives us an update on his LandCruiser 105-Series Kettle, and then we talk about the death of car forums. Joseph then talks about Volkswagen getting fined by the ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) of $125,000,000, a record for fines handed out by the ACCC. We then play 'The Simon Special' (previously known as Red Corner Vs Blue Corner). Matt gives Mitch and Joseph 2 cars, and we have to guess what they are and pick the one we'd have. Mitch then reads out Simon's email in which he rips into Matt, which is great. We then talk abou

We're back for episode 129! This week, we talk a bit about some news, and Joseph's a smidge drunk. Joseph kicks off the news with a bit about the new Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban. Matt then talks about the new electric Ferrari coming in 2025, which delves into a bit of an argument with Joseph. Matt and Joseph then talk about the new Nissan Navara N Trek,  which is just a fancy Navara that still has the rubbish Renault engine. Matt talks about Melbourne getting a new racetrack in the next couple of years, and it looks like it'll be a hoot. We then talk about Holden officially that they are killing off the Commodore, and the Astra, saying that they won't be building any more and letting the current stock dry up into 2020; it will not be replaced. Instead, Holden plan to focus on SUVs and Utes. Matt then briefly talks about Mazda refreshing the MX5, and Honda releasing a new Accord. Matt and Mitch argue with Joseph about the Supra, that Joseph reckons isn't a 'real' Supra. We then take a listener email from

We are back for episode 128!  Sorry, it's a tad bit late, but better late than never! This week, we kick-off by giving a few shout-outs and then talking about a Wish special exhaust, and Matt rants about how much he hates Wish. Mitch then talks about him selling the Bob Jane special wheels and tyres that came off the Integra. Matt then has a whinge about CarModsAustralia trying to sell STI branded locking wheel hubs for $500, which gets us talking about locking lug nuts and how one of our mates recently had an unfortunate incident with locking wheel nuts. Mitch then talks about the new Toyota / Gazoo Racing Yaris that Toyota recently teased, from which we transition into talking a lot about engine oil, and Mitch's awesome Honda. Matt then talks about the spiced-rum ginger beer he's drinking called Buderim Ginger Beer, and Joseph talks about the Christmas decoration set up at his home, and we go back to talking about oil; specifically Royal Purple and Ryco's fancy Syntec filter. We then end the episode by

We are back with episode 127! This week, we start off by talking about Joseph coming into possession of a tub filled of Hot-4's and similar magazines from the early 2000's, and it's just brilliant. We then talk about Tesla's new CyberTruck, which Matt really likes and Mitch is indifferent. Matt then talks about Queensland Police introducing a $1000 first-offence fine for using your mobile while driving, then a possible loss of license for the second offence. Mitch then talks about his Integra, and what he's done to it/removed from it. Matt then has news about Mustang becoming its own sub-brand under Ford, and Volkswagen launching the T-Cross and T-Roc. Joseph then talks about getting the suspension on his GT86 sorted at MCA, then the other two rag on Mitch and his Integra and Hilux. Matt then talks about his LandCruiser, and what he's done to it recently to sort out the overheating issue. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.unashamedlyunprofessional.com Gears and Be

We are back for episode 126! Crazy that we've come this far, and we only have you guys to thank. Without your support, we probably wouldn't have called it quits 100 episodes ago, so thanks! We kick off this week with a bit of beer talk and general nonsense before breaking into a bit of supercar SUV news, and Mitch triggers the other two by talking shit about Maserati. Matt then talks about Asetto Corsa and his recent attempt at racing a Formula 1 car around Bathurst, and Matt confuses himself and the rest of us by talking about Supercars when he meant Formula 1's, we then talk about Formula 1's in general and the changes to the rules from 2021, and Joseph talks about tyres. Matt then asks a question to you, our awesome audience, about what benefit 9-blade turbos have over 11/12-blade turbos. Then Mitch drops a bombshell on the Matt and Joseph, as he has bought a 1993 Honda DC4 Integra. We then take an email from Simon once again, and then we answer the Facebook questions we should have answered last week. Fin

We are back for episode 125! This week we're joined by The Short One, and we start off by appreciating Matt's WRX, as well a backfiring issue he's experiencing. We also briefly talk about us going to go see the movie Ford V Ferrari after recording this episode, which we'll talk in-depth about the next episode. We kick off with the news this week with Joseph talking about Ferrari's new model the 'Roma' which is a front-engined turbocharged V8 2+2. Matt then has a rant about Caville Ave, and how it ain't what it used to be. Joseph then goes onto news about Pirelli opening a display showroom thing in Preston, Victoria, in which they're showing off the products they make and sell. We then take a listener email from a disgruntled Y62 Nissan Patrol owner by the name of Simon, which triggers Matt something awful. Joseph then finds some more news, this time it's about McLaren releasing the Elva, a retro-roadster thing that looks suspiciously like the Ferrari SP1/SP2 that was a thing a while back, then Matt and Joseph

We are back for episode 124! After talking a bit of rubbish about rubbish drivers, we start talking about P-plater cars, and people selling cars that aren't worth as much as they think they are, and Skyline importation laws in America. We then talk about the influx of young blood and YouTubers in SEMA this year, then Mitch talks about his burning desire to boost the Hilux. Then we talk about Christmas music, before Matt talks more about SEMA, and Joseph and Mitch reminisce about the Brisbane Motor Show from the 2006 era. We then give a massive shoutout to the Queensland and New South Wales firefighters who are tacking some unbelievable blazes at the moment, then we continue to talk about the weather. Joseph then talks a bit of news about the 2020 BMW M2 CS, Mitch then talks about BMW Australia telling owners of their older 3-Series cars up to the year 2000 to straight-up stop driving their cars due to concerns around the Takata airbags that are fitted to the cars. Matt then talks about the latest issue with h

We're back for ep123! Sorry it's a bit of a shorter one this week, Matt and Mitch were really tired from each having a big week. Mitch kicks off the news with car recalls, specifically this week the 2018 Renault Megane RS which might cause engine failure. Joseph then talks about BMW's M-Division stating that the manual transmission is the 'flagship' transmission for the M3 and M4. Matt then talks about fixing his Subaru WRX's shifter this week, it was too flaccid to get a roady. We say there's going to be a 'bonus' episode recorded while down at Matt's bucks party... Yeah, that didn't happen. We then take a question from Matt a listener of the show. He asks us what our thoughts are on the Nissan variable combustion (VC) engine and our thoughts on the future of internal combustion engines. Mitch then talks about options to turbo his Hilux, and we talk utter bollocks until the end. We promise we'll be back on form for episode 124. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and at www.gearsandbeersmedia.com / www.u

We are back for episode 121! This week we're once again joined by Ben from Pencil's Ballercast, and later we're joined by Michael 'Tresy' Trew, however, he just yells things from the couch. We start off talking about go-karting as we're going to Matt's bucks next weekend, before we talk a bit about the Gold Coast 600 Supercar race, with Chaz Mostert and Scott McLaughlin both binning their Mustangs in qualifying. Joseph then talks about his plans to run his GT86 in WTAC in 2021, and what'll be required for him to meet the requirements to compete, we then tangent a bit to talking about Hyundai and their foray into WTAC with the Drift Bus iMax and their actual time-attack i30N. We then actually talk about World Time Attack Challenge 2019, and the issues surrounding the Yokohama tyres that don't appear to be handling the greater and greater loads that the Pro-Class players are putting the tyres under. Matt then drops a bombshell on all of us. We then pretty much just talk absolute nonsense for the rest of the epi