Engine conversions
A cornerstone of our sport since time immemorial, and a world that’s only getting wider as manufacturers pump out huge-horsepower crate engines. From big-blocks to Barras, LS combos of all sorts, and Godzillas, you’ll find helpful info here no matter your transplant of choice.
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Coulda been mine: Fiat X1/9, Falcon XR GT, Austin-Healey 100/4, Buick Riviera
Looking back through the Unique Cars classifieds…
Hyundai to cut ties with Rimac
Rimac’s relationship with Porsche has given Hyundai an out from the partnership
Stellantis announces $3.95 billion EV upgrade package for Canadian plants
As Stellantis electrifies its brands, production facilities are getting an overhaul
German car production under threat from Russian gas supply
An industry already reeling from widespread parts shortages is now looking down the barrel at another threat – Russia’s gas pipeline
2020-2022 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio recalled
The lighting system may not adjust as it was intended to
2023 Hyundai i30 N Drive-N Limited Edition revealed, Australian allocation confirmed
Hyundai has shown off its latest limited-edition i30 N, with bronze wheels, an Alcantara interior, and a punny name
ALP promises cheaper electric cars and a national charging infrastructure
In the lead up to the federal election, Labor has made a number of promises around electric vehicles and alternative fuels
2020 Kia Sorento and Carnival recalled
All variants of the two models are affected by the issue
Anti-lock braking system: What is ABS and how does it work?
You can’t buy a new car without ABS these days, but what is it and how does it work?
2022 Skoda Octavia, Superb and Kodiaq recalled
The issue presents a fire risk to occupants and bystanders
What is black ice on roads and how do you recognise it?
What is it, how do you spot it and what do you do if your car loses grip?
2021-2022 Volkswagen T-Roc, Golf, Passat, Tiguan and Arteon recalled
Five VW passenger models are impacted by the notice
How to fix a scratch on your car and other paint repair tips
How to buff out scratches, chips and marks to bring your car’s paint back to nearly new condition
2020-2022 Maserati Levante, Ghibli, and Quattroporte recalled
A new recall for V8-powered Maserati models affects 40 vehicles
2021-2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, Kluger Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid and Mirai recalled
A stability control system error has forced Toyota to recall roughly 26,000 cars
Ferrari exec takes top job at McLaren
Michael Leiters will fill the position later this year
Toyota, Mitsubishi car transporters sit idle for second week due to pay dispute
A company responsible for getting vehicles off boats and into dealerships is having a pay dispute with its truck drivers, delaying new-car deliveries
2021-2022 Lexus LX500d, LX600, NX250, NX350 and NX450 recalled
The LX and NX range has been recalled thanks to an infotainment glitch
Toyota creates technology to paint over a car’s original colour
Motorists in Japan will soon be able to change the colour of their car, thanks to a new process developed by Toyota
2023 Kia Telluride facelift revealed, still no go for Australia
The oversized SUV subset grows by the minute, but Kia’s eight-seat Telluride doesn’t add up
The latest on western automotive operations in Russia
As international sanctions are applied against Russia, carmakers are turning their backs on the country too
Russia to drop emissions laws as car sales plummet
Emissions laws in Russia look to have been thrown out the window in the name of economic prosperity amidst the fallout over its invasion of Ukraine
2022 Haval H6 Hybrid review
Hybrid engine sorts out the drivetrain dramas on the standard H6 while delivering a ton of gear and a mature, competent mid-size SUV
