Performance Car Event News

Opinion: Ferrari’s branding and image management
Ferrari is parts of a select group of brands that understand how to turn everyday objects into objects of desire

Hyundai i20 N secures a podium finish at MOTOR’s Sports Car of the Year 2022
There is plenty to love about this year’s third place finisher at Sports Car of the Year 2022

ACCC to punish fuel providers if they don’t pass on fuel excise cut
The competition watchdog will be keeping a watchful eye on companies pocketing the savings for themselves

Alfa Romeo electric vehicles to target big BMWs
The boss of Alfa Romeo says the Italian brand will lean into its Stellantis family roots, with some big things coming

Federal Budget: Funding for Black Spot Program cut by 20 per cent
The Government has cut funding for Black Spots in the same week a report identified regional roads as a major cause of fatalities

Federal Budget: Real-world fuel emissions testing gets green light
The Australian Automobile Association says funding to carry our real-world fuel consumption testing is a huge win for Aussie families

2023 Kia EV9: Electric LandCruiser fighter confirmed for Europe next year
Kia’s seven-seater electric SUV will launch in Europe in 2023, in a promising sign for Australia

Opel returns to Australasia – but New Zealand only
Electric and low-emissions petrol Opel models will be sold in New Zealand to take advantage of the new Clean Car Standard rebates

2023 Lotus Eletre revealed: Electric SUV ushers in a new era
New model brings a few firsts: This is Lotus’s first production four-door, and its first SUV – and it’s electric.

Range Finder: The Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron and an 1100km road trip
Lessons from a 1140km road trip in an electric-powered Audi Q4 Sportback e-Tron

We take a look inside Skoda’s Mlada Boleslav museum
More than a century of Skoda evolution lies perfectly preserved in its hometown’s hallowed halls

Opinion: Australia can avoid mistakes in EV charging infrastructure
A network of DC fast chargers will be absolutely crucial to making EVs practical for long-distance driving in Australia

2020-2021 Porsche Taycan recalled due to wiring harness fault
Problems with the Taycan’s wiring harness could prevent ISOFIX seats from being fitted

Would the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series have won PCOTY 2022?
The burning question after PCOTY 2022 is whether AMG could have defended its crown. Andy prosecutes a challenging hypothetical

Lamborghini Huracán Evo pinches second place at MOTOR’s Performance Car of the Year 2022
Lamborghini’s extroverted Huracán stuns the judges, and takes the Silver Medal at 2022’s Performance Car of the Year

Government report: Rural roads a significant cause of road deaths
While cars are getting safer, a government report has found a high number of accidents are caused by the poor state of roads in regional Australia

Ford Focus ST secures second place at MOTOR’s Sports Car of the Year 2022
Hyundai who? Ford’s hot hatch hero finishes second at Sports Car of the Year 2022 as the highest-placed front-drive contender

Federal Budget: Fuel excise slashed to help ease impact of rising prices
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg made the announcement on Tuesday night as part of his government’s fourth budget

2022 Renault Captur: R.S. Line pricing and features for Australia
R.S. Line upgrades join the Captur after being rolled out for Arkana

New vehicle emissions drop as peak bodies call for Government mandates
A small reduction in emissions year-on-year has been met with calls for greater action from the top

Can I use E10 fuel in my car? What you need to know about Ethanol
With fuel prices peaking of late, is this cheaper petrol alternative right for your car?

Sandown Raceway at risk after council progresses rezoning consultation
Another year, another fight for the iconic Australian track

Local Volkswagen group boss joins EV Council board
New VGA chief will campaign for emissions targets and charging infrastructure in new builds

2023 Toyota GR Corolla reveal date announced
The highly-anticipated GR Corolla will launch on April 1