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.
2017 Hyundai Kona baby SUV to fight Mazda CX-3
Hyundai confirms three-model line-up and high-tech specs for edgy Kona baby SUV, due in Australia later this year
How to survive your first track day
So you’ve bought a fast car and you want to use it. How do you make sure your first on-track experience is a good one?
Subaru Forester v Subaru Outback v Mazda CX-5 v Ford Mondeo v VW Passat: Which diesel car should I buy?
Floss is after a good diesel car for long drives that isn’t a ute or large four-wheel-drive.
Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Sportage v Kia Sorento: Which diesel SUV should I buy?
Peter needs an SUV with a high, ergonomic seating position with an economical diesel engine.
2017 Mazda 2 Genki quick review
The Mazda 2 proves that light cars can be well equipped and fun to drive while remaining affordable.
2017 Kia Rio Si v Mazda 2 Genki light hatch comparison review
The all-new Kia Rio holds up well against most of its light-car competitors but how does it fare against the highly regarded Mazda 2?
2017 Skoda Octavia RS245 hangs on automatic choice
Skoda’s best corner-carving Octavia yet will need to have a DSG option if it is to become a permanent addition to Australia’s showrooms
Audi Q2 v Mini Countryman v VW Tiguan vs Ford Escape v Mazda CX-5: which SUV should I buy?
Cheryl wants to know which small or medium SUV offers a good mix of power, safety and features?
2017 BMW 530e iPerformance Quick Review
BMW rounds out its 5 Series offerings with a plug-in hybrid executive saloon that costs no more than the fossil fuel-burning alternative to buy
2017 Kia Rio Si quick review
Kia introduced the fourth generation of its popular Rio light hatch earlier this year, bringing with it a European-inspired look and enhanced ride
2017 Suzuki Swift quick review
Suzuki’s all-new instalment in the long-running Swift series arrives in Australia, with a four-model lineup and significant improvements to space, refinement, safety and driveability.
Honda Civic Type R: 13 things you didn’t know
The wait is nearly over for Honda’s hot hatch and its potent performance details are starting to trickle out ahead of its arrival later this year. Here’s the low-down
2018 Peugeot 308 update revealed
Peugeot sticks with rad two-tone paint job for 2018 308 GTi
Kia Stonic: new compact SUV named and previewed, but not for Oz
Kia has christened its upcoming compact SUV the Stonic, ahead of a global rollout later this year. However, it’s not destined for the Australian market
Tesla Model Y medium SUV teased
An all-electric crossover has been teased by the American EV manufacturer Tesla as its second SUV model
2017 Audi TT RS quick review
Audi’s TT range has a new flagship, with the gorgeous sports coupe treated to a full RS makeover
2017 Suzuki Swift price and features
All-new Suzuki Swift enters showrooms with more tech, new turbo engine and extra refinement
2017 Mazda 6 Atenza 2.2-litre sedan quick review
The flagship variant of Mazda’s attractively-styled medium sedan is packed with technology and European-rivalling premium trim.
2018 Hyundai Kona breaks cover in thinly veiled teasers
Hyundai’s compact Kona SUV is outed in a set of all-too-revealing teaser images
Australia’s best-value cars: Large SUV/4WD
Looking for a value-packed family-sized SUV? We take a look at the sharper offering sin the segment: the Kia Sportage, Hyundai Santa Fe and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
2017 Lexus LC500 and LC500h hybrid arrive with identical $190K pricetags
Striking Lexus coupe duo arrive in Oz with high-revving V8 power and electric-assisted efficiency – and no matter which one you choose, the price of entry will be the same.
2017 Volvo S90 T6 R-Design arrives in Australia
Volvo has added an R-Design variant to the top of its S90 flagship sedan range.
May 2017 car sales – Winners and Losers
These are the brands and segments that made big gains or losses in the new car market in May.
2017 Toyota Yaris SX quick review
The Toyota Yaris is one of the most popular light cars in Australia, with the Yaris SX arguably offering the best value in terms and equipment.
