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.
2018 Subaru Liberty pricing and features
Subaru has updated its midsize all-wheel-drive sedan, giving it fresh looks and extra tech
2018 Geneva Motor Show: Plug-in Mitsubishi Outlander gains bigger engine
Mitsubishi says it has improved the most fuel-efficient car in its showroom by giving it more under-bonnet grunt
France bans mobile phone use in stationary cars
Pulling over and stopping your car to use your phone is now illegal in France. But are tougher laws enough to prevent phones being a dangerous distraction?
Smaller engine, battery pack to power Volvo XC40
Electrification plans roll out for Volvo’s new compact SUV, but it will be a long wait for Australia
2018 Honda HR-V receives a mid-life facelift
Mild styling changes and active safety are introduced as standard to Honda’s small SUV
Great Wall Steed single cab vs Toyota Hilux Workmate cab chassis
How does the significantly cheaper Chinese-built single cab ute compare with the trade-ute benchmark?
Lexus RX 7-seater arrives in Oz
At long last, Lexus has a three row option for RX shoppers
Lexus, Chrysler bookend J.D. Power reliability survey
Lexus has retained its position in the US as the most reliable carmaker, while Chrysler has performed the worst
Honda Civic Type R v Subaru WRX STi comparison review
Subaru’s aging tuner champion goes head to head with Honda’s newest road racer
2018 Fiat 500X drops all-wheel-drive variants
Fiat’s 500X small-SUV range has undergone a minor update for the 2018 model year, losing its gutsier all-wheel-drive powertrain, but gaining enhanced infotainment and active safety.
2018 Holden Commodore Quick Review
The Commodore undergoes a paradigm shift with the new-generation, European-built ZB range
2019 Kia Cerato hatch styling revealed
Kia has unvieled its all-new Ceed hatchback, which is expected to be foretaste of the all-new five-door Cerato that’s due to arrive here in time for Christmas
Mercedes announces fix for misfiring airbags
Another airbag recall, as consumer watchdog flags which Takata-equipped cars are the most dangerous
Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Which spec is best
Which Mercedes-Benz A-Class variant offers the best buy based on features, value and performance
2018 Audi R8 RWS brings rear-drive to sports coupe line-up
Audi launches a 911 fighter based on the race car-bred mid-engine, rear drive formula
2018 Mercedes-Benz A180 City Edition quick review
This limited run of premium hatchbacks could put a luxe badge on your driveway, for less money
Melbourne named as big challenge to self-driving cars
It’s hard enough for a human to negotiate Melbourne’s nefarious hook turn. No wonder a robot struggles with it.
2018 Volvo XC60 T6 quick review
The punchiest purely petrol-powered XC60 appears a tempting proposition but is it as good as it looks on paper?
2018 BMW X3 Range Review
The BMW X3 is a sporty medium SUV with enthusiastic but frugal engines, a slick eight-speed automatic gearbox, enjoyable all-wheel drive handling, and a big five-seat cabin.
All new cars on sale January and February 2018
We list all of the new-to-market cars available in the waking months of 2018
2018 Volkswagen Multivan ‘Kombi 70’ special edition revealed
Limited run of Multivans honour iconic VW multibus
2018 Nissan 370Z update arrives in Oz
Nissan’s entry-level sports car gets a modest sprucing-up for 2018 to complement the significant price haircut it received last year
Peugeot and Citroën Australia introduces ‘longer’ five-year warranty
The new period is great for Peugeot, but doesn’t quite match Citroen’s previous six-year warranty
2018 Subaru Outback pricing and features
Subaru has updated its popular high-riding wagon, giving it fresh looks and extra tech
