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.
BMW files patent for innovative rear-wheel steering system
Just days after BMW unveiled the XM high-performance SUV, patent filings have shed light on how it might offer improved handling
Hazel Chapman, co-founder of Lotus, dies aged 94
Lotus co-founder and wife of Sir Colin Chapman has passed away, but Hazel’s legacy remains
Australian buyers and car dealers to be protected under proposed consumer law changes
The change will see manufacturers take on a larger share of responsibility
2020 – 2021 Mini HV Wallbox recalled
The electric vehicle charger doesn’t meet Australian standards
Hemco seat belt recall affects nearly 5000 unidentified vehicles
The ACCC is unsure as to which manufacturers and models are affected
Hydrogen passenger planes could be the future of air travel
Hydrogen development for planes sees it hold 60 times the energy density of an EV battery
Toyota to introduce 30 BEVs by 2030, Lexus goes all-electric by 2035
Japanese heavyweights now backing the battery-electric fight
Mandatory Lane Keeping Assist proposed on new cars
The Federal Government is planning to introduce compulsory lane keep technologies from 2024
2022 Honda Civic review: Australian first drive
The new-generation Honda Civic has arrived in Australia. It’s not priced for all-comers, but those who do buy in will be impressed with the offering
1990 Porsche 911 Carrera S re-engineered locally sells quickly
The locally-engineered 964 has been designed to replicate a Singer
Volvo to build its own gigafactory in Sweden
Volvo to produce its own batteries as part of a cleaner ‘end-to-end’ production solution
Inflation hits US used-car market as prices soar
Used car prices in the US have increased significantly over the past year, except for the expensive models
GMSV braces for Chevrolet Corvette’s arrival
Chevrolet C8 Corvette sold out, arriving January 2022
Nissan ‘one of the world’s most socially impactful brands’ according to sporting organisation
Laureus’s Sport for Good Index has praised the automaker for its commitment to sports
Volkswagen confirms new CEO in senior management shuffle
Volkswagen appoints key new senior members, including a replacement for Volkswagen’s brand CEO
Tesla amps up anti-ICE technology
Supercharger access for Chinese owners is about to get even easier
Volkswagen signs five-year deal with Australian lithium mining company
Volkswagen partners with specialist battery companies to help it achieve an EV production capacity of over two million cars per year
First-ever 1965 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 R prototype set for auction
The prototype will go under the hammer early next year
Tesla Big Battery in Moorabool switched on after fire – UPDATE
300-megawatt battery officially operating after earlier fire
Mercedes-Benz Australia outlines court defence over agency model changes
Mercedes-Benz is set to introduce a direct-to-consumer model, but 80 per cent of its dealership network oppose the move
United States to move away from combustion fleet vehicles by 2035
Over 600,000 zero-emissions vehicles will join the Government fleet
Ford commits $1.26 billion to Ranger and Everest manufacturing
The investment will be used to update the factory responsible for building the Ford Ranger and Everest
Stellantis targets €20 billion in revenue from connected vehicles by 2030
Dutch conglomerate is aiming to take down Tesla’s business model
BMW sells one-millionth electrified vehicle, sets goal for two-million by 2025
BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce are aiming to deliver a total of two-million EVs in just over three years
