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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2018 Haval H2 MT pricing and features

The new entry-level manual H2 is one of the cheapest turbocharged SUVs on the market

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2019 Holden Acadia pricing and features

Holden’s new flagship SUV is now on sale in Australia, with the brand pinning high hopes on its high-riding family wagon

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Holden ZB Commodore future remains unclear

The Commodore hasn’t been ruled in or out of Holden’s future plans as the company temporarily halts its production

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2018 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix official program

The 2018 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix official program is now available at your local newsagent, and in selected Coles Express, Caltex, Seven11, Newslink and WH Smith stores. Get your copy today!

Comparisons

2019 BMW X7 vs Mercedes GLS on paper

Newest option in the premium upper-large SUV arena measures up against a longstanding presence

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New Holden boss admits the brand is no longer at front of buyers’ minds

Dave Buttner reviews his first 60 days at Holden and the plan to win back market share

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Kia Picanto GT, X-Line hatch gets set for Oz arrival

Kia Australia will heat up its microcar offering in January with a sporty Picanto GT variant, along with jacked-up crossover-style X-Line derivative.

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Kia plans worksite-ready ute for Australia by 2022

The availability of a proper ladder-framed utility is the only thing holding Kia back from offering a load-lugging workhorse in this country – but a timeline has now been set.

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2019 Skoda Scala confirmed

New nameplate heralds new small hatchback for Skoda

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Skoda to add new small hatch, compact SUV in 2019

Duo of diminutive Skodas to take care of small hatchback and SUV customers from middle of next year

Comparisons

Hyundai i30 Active v Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport comparison review

The fourth generation Hyundai i30 showed Toyota how hatchbacks should be done when it arrived in 2017, but how does it stack up against the all-new Corolla?

Advice

Vehicle emissions explained

As new vehicle efficiency and emissions targets tighten, we explain what comes out of the tailpipe when you turn the key?

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2019 Mercedes-Benz A250 set for surprise November arrival

Budget-priced version of the new A-Class range-topper arriving next month with sub-$50k price tag

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2019 BMW X5 pricing and features

The all-new X5 range lands in November with prices starting at $112,990

Reviews

2018 Fiat 500X Pop Star Launch Edition review

A star by name, but not by nature. The 500X fails to deliver on its SUV promise

Reviews

Hyundai i30 Active 2.0L Automatic review

The lower priced Active is surprisingly fun to drive and has plenty of showroom appeal for its price, albeit with a few notable omissions

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2019 Jeep Renegade PHEV confirmed

Plug-in baby SUV takes Jeep into a new electrified direction

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European Parliament wants even tougher emissions laws – what’s it mean for Australian motorists?

You’d think Australia would be insulated from emissions legislation in Europe, but we likely won’t be. However, in this case that’s a good thing

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Australia to miss out on Citroen’s DS French luxury brand

DS, Citroen’s high-tech premium offshoot, will not be coming to Australia any time soon, says importer.

Reviews

2019 BMW X4 review

A little time with the updated BMW X4 range reveals it’s less folly and more fun for your lolly

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Tesla falls out of Interbrand’s Top 100 global brands ranking

Toyota and Mercedes-Benz lead the automotive charge as 15 car brands make Interbrand’s 2018 Top 100 global brands rankings – but Tesla loses its spark

Comparisons

2018 BMW X3 xDrive20d v Volvo XC60 D5 R-Design comparison review

In our latest a Euro diesel-SUV showdown, one of Germany’s best takes on the reigning Wheels Car of the Year

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2018 Lexus LX 570 S flagship revealed

Lexus’s luxurious V8 SUV gains an even bolder-looking range-topping variant with enhanced drivability

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2019 Toyota Landcruiser 200 updated

Toyota brings a safety and tech-boost for the Landcruiser GXL and VX