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2015-2016 Suzuki Swift Review

The compact Swift from Suzuki is good looking and renowned for reliability. The 2015-2016 Swift is a lively drive but still easy on fuel, and it feels good inside.

The five best manual transmissions you can buy right now
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The five best manual transmissions you can buy right now

Still prefer to shift gears yourself? Here’s your shortlist of the best manual shifters out there.

A look back at Holdens storied export program
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A look back at Holden’s storied export program

On May 5th, a black Holden Commodore rolled off the Elizabeth production line bearing a set of Chevy badges. We dig in to just why this car was so significant

2017 Lexus GS F
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2017 Lexus GS F quick review

High-tech Japan meets raw atmo V8 in this eccentric super sedan

HSV Kiddimoto Billykart
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Opinion: Billykarts teach kids about cars

Nailing together a billy cart from the leftover crap in Dad’s shed is how kids learn important early lessons

In gear: Our pick of awesome gadgets
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In gear: Our pick of awesome gadgets

Our recent finds of awesome automotive knick knacks; like watches that let you know how late for work you are because you’ve gone and bought the HRT racing simulator

2017 Audi Q2 Design v 2017 Mini Countryman comparison review
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2017 Audi Q2 Design v 2017 Mini Countryman comparison review

Second-gen Mini Countryman faces off against all-new Audi Q2. Different takes on the premium small SUV niche, but which has the substance to back up its style?

2017 Toyota 86 TRD
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2017 Toyota 86 TRD review

Dealer-fit accessories sharpen up the 86’s chassis

2018 Kia GT stinger front
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Opinion: Can the Stinger GT ‘replace’ our Aussie sedans?

Can the Kia Stinger GT really fill a Falcon or Commodore-sized hole in our hearts?

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2017 Audi Q5 Range Review

The second-generation Audi Q5 is a sharp-looking luxury SUV with first-rate smartphone connectivity. The mid-sized, five-seat, Q5 steers beautifully, and auto braking is standard.

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Six of the biggest motor show surprise cars

The landmark vehicles that few saw coming

2017 BMW 530d quick review
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2017 BMW 530d quick review

BMW’s diesel-drinking large sedan makes for an incredibly classy cruiser

A celebration of Group B’s gobsmacking cars
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A celebration of Group B’s gobsmacking cars

Drink in the unique details of Group B’s hero cars

POLL: Which Holden Commodore SS was the best?
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POLL: Which Holden Commodore SS was the best?

Let us know which generation of Commodore to wear an SS badge is your favourite

Mitsubishi Evo VIII MR with 9 miles on clock sends eBay crazy
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Mitsubishi Evo IX MR with 9 miles on clock sends eBay crazy

Would you pay over $125k for a Lancer?

Holdens SS story a history of the badge
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Holden’s SS story: a history of the badge

HOLDEN’S confirmation of a VXR badge for the next hot Commodore is the final nail in the coffin of the iconic Commodore SS nameplate.

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Opinion: Torque-converters are better than dual-clutch autos

Why my next auto will be a good old torque-converter unit, not some over-hyped, brittle, double-clutch

Hyundai i30 N vs its rivals – on paper
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Hyundai i30 N vs its rivals – on paper

Hyundai’s hot hatch hero measures up against new contenders set to do battle at the end of this year

Mercedes-Benz X-Class ride along
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Mercedes-Benz X-Class ride along

An early preview of Benz’s one-tonne ute ahead of its April 2018 arrival in Australia

2018 Holden Equinox first drive review
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2018 Holden Equinox first drive review

The Holden Equinox has a huge weight of expectation placed upon it. The proposed volume player in Holden’s SUV assault, the imported sports utility has undergone a serious amount of revisions to lick it into shape for a tough Aussie crowd.

Holden Acadia first drive review
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Holden Acadia first drive review

We get behind the wheel of Holden’s replacement for the Captiva

2013 Audi  RS4 Avant vs 2017 Audi RS3 Sedan
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2013 Audi RS4 Avant vs 2017 Audi RS3 Sedan: new vs used

Audis for those who don’t want to forgo practicalities while kicking RS

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How the Mercedes-Benz X-Class compares to the top dual-cab utes

Make no mistake, people will pay more for a Mercedes ute, but how does the X-Class actually stack up against top-spec workhorses like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux and Volkswagen Amarok?

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon first
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2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon review

Unleashing the 626kW muscle car from hell