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In the latest episode of the Performance Car Podcast MOTOR Magazine Associate Editor Scott Newman is joined by Holden's lead vehicle dynamics engineer Rob Trubiani in a prototype of the new ZB Commodore to discuss how Trubiani got started with Holden (0:54), what makes a good drivers' car and how the new Commodore fulfils this (3:20), the advantages of electric power steering (4:50), the opportunities a new vehicle platform provides (6:50), the new Twinster all-wheel drive system and how it gives the Commodore a 'rear-drive' feeling (8:15), its different drive modes (11:20), the importance of good steering (12:15), why Holden tunes cars for Australian conditions and what needed to change (14:20), attaining Nurburgring test driver certification and why manufacturers use it (16:50), setting a Nurburgring record lap time in a Holden VF Redline ute (21:45) and why enthusiasts should give the new Commodore a chance (24:10). To view the video from this episode check out www.youtube.com/MOTORofficial and visit www.motormag.com.au for more performance car news and reviews.
WhichCar Weekly
The official podcast of the WhichCar network, incorporating Wheels, MOTOR, 4x4 Australia, Street Machine and Unique Cars. Check out www.whichcar.com.au or follow us on Facebook (@whichcarau), Twitter and Instagram (@whichcar).
