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April Australian Car Sales: Winners and Losers
The official new-car sales figures for April were released today. WhichCar details some of the key movers and shakers for the month.

Government scoops up $240m luxury car tax bonus
There’s a $240 million windfall in the Federal Budget thanks to the luxury car tax. Problem is, it’s not for you.

Volkswagen Amarok to get V6 turbo-diesel
The 2017 Volkswagen Amarok has been confirmed for Australia, including a new V6 diesel producing 550Nm.

Porsche 911 R: the full story
Purists rejoice! Lightweight, GT3 RS-powered manual 911 is here

Is the Australian classic car market set for a crash?
If Falcon GT-HO prices are anything to go by, the once rampant market for Aussie muscle cars is now on the wane

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLT-Class ute spy images
Mercedes-Benz’s bidder for the cashed-up tradie’s hard-earned is starting to take shape

Top 10 most popular vehicles in Australia, April 2016
The Hyundai i30 is Australia’s most popular car for a second consecutive month – helped by a generous $19,990 driveaway deal that saves buyers thousands of dollars.

Volkswagen nabs Nurburgring front-drive record
Limited edition Golf GTI Clubsport S beats Civic Type R record

April VFACTS new-car sales: Ford beats Holden for first time since 1999
Shock result for Holden as Hyundai cements third place courtesy of its cut-price i30 hatchback

Ford Australia posts $162m loss for 2015
Ford Australia has posted a $162 million run of red ink in its last full year as an Australian car manufacturer

Ferrari LaFerrari Spider confirmed
Open-top hybrid hypercar confirmed by Ferrari boss

Holden Director to be revived
Holden to bring back Director nameplate for sports-luxo VF II

Holden slashes Colorado ute prices and adds LS-X variant
Looks like Holden is clearing the decks for its next Colorado ute, which could be better than expected.

Volkswagen Amarok to get updated styling, new tech and V6 engine
Confirmed to arrive Down Under late this year, the new Volkswagen Amarok has been treated to a powerful V6 turbo-diesel along with new styling and interior features.

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLT-Class trade ute spy pics
Here’s our first look at the Mercedes-badged ute that will take on the market-leading Toyota Hilux

Hyundai Elantra SR here in September
A sportier image backed up by extra poke and an independent rear end should give Hyundai’s small sedan some sorely-needed spice

BMW announces quad-turbo six cylinder engine
BMW creates quad-turbo super diesel

Henri Toivonen – 30 years today
One of rallying’s greatest talents lost 30 years ago today

2016 BMW i3 upgrade increases range
Not happy with your i3’s all-electric range? BMW can help you out there with a hot-swap battery option

Scott McLaughlin impresses in Swedish touring cars debut
Kiwi’s first business trip to Volvo’s heartland results in a podium finish and a tidy lap record

BMW i3 electric car gets 300km driving range from new battery
A new version of the BMW i3 electric car with significantly increased driving range is heading for city streets.

Rosberg wins for Mercedes at Russian Grand Prix
One-two for Mercedes as Red Bull teammate takes out Daniel Ricciardo on Sochi’s opening lap

Tesla’s Model 3 EV for the masses
Silicon Valley strikes at the Germans with an affordable sedan

2018 Honda CR-V spy pics
It’s all change for the fifth-gen Honda CR-V, chasing the Mazda CX-5 for sophistication and Nissan X-Trail for space
