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.
Wounded Lion: Holden’s struggle to stay alive – report
Sales in freefall. Dealer unrest. Holden is fighting for survival
Future versions of Apple CarPlay to support Google Maps
Pairing your iPhone to your car’s infotainment system will no longer mean being at the mercy of Apple Maps
Robot traffic cones could ease roadwork snarls
A UK company is developing witches’ hats that can be remotely moved on and off the road to close off lanes only when needed
Hyundai reveals HDC-2 Grandmaster Concept
The large SUV is the second concept to preview the Korean brand’s ‘Sensuous Sportiness’ design language
Opel rolls out next-gen infotainment to Commodore’s Euro cousin
A more advanced driver interface includes sharper looks, a beefed-up sat-nav system, and room for multiple users
2018 Kia Cerato sedan price and features
Kia’s volume-selling Cerato small car has entered its third generation… but only in sedan form for now
GM to launch new-car finance, leasing service for Australia
Holden taps US parent company to run its customer-facing loans and leasing program
2019 Jeep Renegade revealed
The baby Jeep’s been tweaked to look more grown up
Mazda 6 turbo gains a cheap performance boost
The simple act of choosing a different pump at the petrol station can give Mazda 6 turbo owners a chunk of extra power
2019 Peugeot 508 wagon revealed
The French owners of the Holden Commodore Tourer reveal the Peugeot-badged car that could one day fight against it in the showroom
2019 BMW X5 revealed
BMW’s fourth-gen X5 shares plenty with its 5-Series sibling while introducing some technological firsts for the German brand
Holden Colorado LTZ Crew vs Toyota Hilux SR
Australia’s favourite car bumps gloves with an old adversary that’s come of age
Updated 2018 Ford Mustang to keep three-star crash rating
Australia’s crash safety watchdog takes a dig at Ford for not improving rear-seat passenger safety in its strong-selling fastback coupe
2018 Mini facelift brings entry-level price bump
The Mini 3-door, 5-door and Convertible sport a fresh look, cutting-edge infotainment and new transmissions, but still lack auto braking as standard.
Top-selling passenger cars for May 2018
A rundown of the best-selling cars and SUVs, and best-performing brands from May 2018 according to VFACTS figures
Jaguar Land Rover adding 150 chargers to national network
Jaguar Land Rover joins the Australian EV infrastructure charge with $4m network investment
Speeding fine-dodging software added to Ford cars
Ford’s multimedia systems add Waze support as part of an Australia-wide rollout of the potentially money- and points-saving software
Jeep mulls new models and EVs in push for world domination
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles chief Sergio Marchionne has big plans for the US-based utility brand
2018 Mazda CX-5: Which spec is best?
Which Mazda CX-5 variant represents the best buy based on features, performance, and value?
2018 BMW X2 sDrive 20i M Sport quick review
BMW’s new compact SUV brings a lot to the table, including improved driveability
Cracked windscreens now smashing car owner’s wallets
Glass windscreens play a key role within modern driver assistance systems, making the once simple task of replacing them a complex, and potentially costly, repair job
2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S pricing and features
Mercedes’ ballistic SUV boasts a 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbo engine and is packed to the gills with standard equipment. The price is going to raise some eyebrows though
Audi Q2 Sport TFSI quattro vs BMW X2 sDrive 20i M Sport comparison review
It’s a $50K small SUV shootout as two German rivals vie for buyers in one of the Aussie market’s hottest segments
2018 Mazda 6 pricing and features
A long list of changes, including a turbocharged petrol engine, headline a radical makeover for Mazda’s midsize sedan and wagon range
