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.
New cars on sale in Australia: March 2017
March’s car launch calendar sees some enticing sedans and sleek coupes setting foot on Australian soil.
Top 5 least powerful cars
These pocket-sized city cars may be short power, but they’re easy on the wallet and with differences in engine note, character, design and packaging, each has its own appeal.
New cars on sale in Australia: January and February 2017
From plug-in SUVs to, well, more SUVs, the next two months will see a multitude of new models roll into Australian showrooms.
Takata airbag recall hits 2 million Aussie cars
A massive global recall has been announced in relation to potentially deadly fault with Takata airbags affecting 100 million vehicles
Lexus UX micro-SUV set for Australia
Lexus pushes for the yet-to-be-green-lit Audi Q2 rival to slot beneath the NX premium SUV.
2017 Toyota Yaris facelift surfaces, gains AEB
Surprise second makeover sees Japanese supermini gain autonomous braking technology.
BMW Connect app goes live in Australia
BMW has updated its telematics systems with a new app that links your smartphone to your car.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: Top SUVs
The best high-riding SUVs from the first motor show of 2017
Why car buyers should care about the Nurburgring
Car companies love to tout that their latest vehicle was developed on the Nurburgring, but what is the Nurburgring, and why is it so important in the world of cars?
2018 Kia Stinger – why it’s so important
Kia sedans are boring, right? So why is the internet losing its mind over this one? We explain why the new Kia Stinger is the Korean carmaker’s most important car in a long time,
2017 Detroit Motor Show: Toyota’s self-driving cars ‘years away’
The arrival of cars that can drive themselves won’t be as quick as we think, Toyota’s autonomy expert says.
Cadillac to offer month-to-month car swap service
If Cadillac’s rethink of car ownerships works, we could soon be switching our cars more often than we do our mobile phones.
2017 BMW X5 Range Review
The BMW X5 is a luxuriously equipped large SUV with up to seven seats. Most are AWD, you can choose from several excellent engines, and one can also run on electricity.
The cars of 2017 you should pay attention to
There was no shortage of tasty metal released last year, but 2017 is already shaping up to be another big one in the world of cars. Here are the cars we can’t wait to experience over the next twelve months.
2017 Toyota Corolla update: AEB now offered in big safety upgrade
The Toyota Corolla hatch now comes with an advanced safety package to bring it in line with the recently announced 2017 sedan.
2017 Skoda Octavia update detailed
Skoda has released full details of its 2017 Octavia models, which will go on sale later this year featuring a fresh look, additional engine options and new driver assistance systems.
Mercedes-Benz and Ford to introduce wireless car charging this year
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid and next-gen Fords to be among first with wireless, inductive charging for onboard battery cells
2017 Detroit Motor Show: 2017 Jaguar F-Type facelift revealed
Jag’s two-seat coupe and roadster join the look-at-me generation with the ability to take GoPro-sourced selfies.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: 2018 Lexus LS debuts in Motown
The latest iteration of Lexus’s largest luxury sedan emerges at the USA’s biggest motor show, with a new-to-Lexus twin-turbo V6 under the bonnet
2017 Holden Astra range cuts prices to lure sales
Holden’s small hatch get across-the-board price reductions, with existing owners offered partial refunds.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: Volkswagen Atlas back on map for Australia
Volkswagen’s US-built answer to the Toyota Kluger might be made in right-hand drive after all.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: New Toyota Camry revealed
Toyota takes the covers off its all-new Camry sedan at North America’s biggest motor show in Detroit.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: 2018 Volkswagen Allspace revealed
A seven-seat version of the Volkswagen Tiguan is on the way with a roomier interior and a button-free console.
2017 Detroit Motor Show: 2017 Holden Astra sedan to replace Cruze
Small car line-up confirmed for Holden, with Korean-sourced Astra sedan to replace the former Aussie-made Cruze version.
