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.

Toyota
News

Toyota Australia provides update on stock shortages due to production pause

First LC300 deliveries expected to arrive by Christmas

Nobe 500
News

Nobe shows off retro EV ute, suggests Aussie launch

The second design from the Estonian startup could make its way here

Tesla FSD
News

Tesla set to use Samsung-built chips in next-gen hardware

Korean reports state Samsung is likely to win Tesla’s contract

News

Tesla sues customer for $1.08 million in China in defamation lawsuit

After they won a legal battle against Tesla for fraud, the company is now suing a customer for “defamatory” comments

Counterfeit parts
News

Surge in counterfeit parts worries Australian auto industry

Border Force is starting to crackdown on fake parts

Melbourne traffic
News

Calls for car registration refund in Victoria grow stronger

With many Victorians spending more than 65 per cent of the year in lockdowns so far, some are calling for financial concessions for car registration

Ford BlueOvalSK Battery Park
News

Ford to invest US$11.4 billion in advanced factory and battery plants

As the company embraces its electric future, billions are being invested in new facilities

2021 Passat
News

Volkswagen recalls 2021 Passat

Potential for brake failure forces recall of under 100 units

Portofino
News

Ferrari partners with former Apple iPhone designer’s firm

Partnership with LoveFrom could extend outside the automotive space

Bowser
News

UK fuel shortage results in increased interest for EVs

Driver crisis has set off a large chain of events

Distinguished Gentlemen
News

Inaugural Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive curtailed by lockdowns

Dressed in their finery, classic car enthusiasts across the globe have united for a worthy cause

Nissan Ghosn
News

Carlos Ghosn calls Nissan a “boring and mediocre car company” in interview

Former Nissan CEO hits out at his previous employer

VW
News

EU court in Austria advised Volkswagen vehicles using ‘illegal’ emissions software

Advisor says the technology can only be legal if helps prevent ‘dangerous sudden damage to the engine’

Volvo
News

Volvo introduces new Iron Mark logo

Minimalist design adopted for EV future

W427
News

Worldwide chip shortage could change the way insurers replace new cars

What happens when your car is written off and you can’t get a replacement?

Mercedes-Benz EV
News

Daimler takes 33 per cent stake in battery cell manufacturer alongside Stellantis

Daimler and FCA are back together at last

Aston Martin DB5 Junior
News

Aston Martin unveils tiny DB5 Junior for James Bond fans

Only 125 vehicles will be manufactured to celebrate the latest film in the series

Volvo XC40 interior
News

Volvo will go leather-free in electric models

Even with recycled materials, Volvo aims to retain a premium interior experience

Mach-E
News

Ford Mustang Mach-E recalled in Canada

Two notices have been handed out relating to windscreen and roof adhesive problems

Airbag
News

US safety authority opens new investigation on Takata airbags

As one recall comes to a close, a new investigation has been opened into potentially harmful Takata airbags

Audi
News

Audi raises prices across its model range

Audi has applied price increases from the A1 to the Q8

BMW Mercedes-Benz
News

BMW and Mercedes-Benz sued over carbon emissions targets

German NGO isn’t pleased with the current rate of progress

EQC
News

Mercedes-Benz issues recall for GLC, E-Class and EQC

Only a handful of cars are affected

Chrysler 300
News

2019-2021 Chrysler 300 recalled due to windscreen issue

A new recall issued by Fiat-Chrysler Australia affects 32 vehicles