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.
2024 Toyota Yaris ZR: Quick Review
Let’s get one thing out of the way. If you’re after a cheap small car, this isn’t it.
JAC looking to carve a niche with sharp customer experience from day one
New Chinese entrant takes on the dual cabs, but has a longer play in mind
MG4 and ZS EV up to $10K cheaper with new drive-away pricing
MG cuts thousands of dollars from its two fully electric cars with move to national drive-away pricing
2024 Toyota Yaris SX: Quick Review
The baby of the Toyota family is no longer cheap but remains cheerful
2024 Chery Omoda E5: electric SUV unlikely to undercut BYD Atto 3’s price
All-electric version of Chery Omoda 5 small SUV due in Australia in mid-2024
MG Motor Australia-NZ appoints Kenneth Lu as Aftersales Director
MG’s Australian growth adds important new role to ensure a happy customer experience beyond purchase
2024 Mercedes-AMG G63 pricing: Grand Edition announced
Limited edition Geländewagen goes for gold
NVES: Aussies want cleaner, money saving cars – Climate Council
New poll finds Aussies want cars that use less fuel, emit less greenhouse gases, and save them $$$.
Auction watch: Lotus Elan, HSV Clubsport R8, Shelby Daytona rep and more!
A rarity or two to be found at Grays this week.
Australia’s used car market returning to pre-pandemic numbers
Things are looking up for buyers as supply and demand continue to trend towards ‘normal’
Recall roundup: BMW, Ram, Land Rover
New recalls issued for the various BMW, Ram and Land Rover models
Toyota: No more cheap cars, but let us show you these used ones
Facing strong competition in the affordable segment, Toyota pivots its strategy
Toyota: PHEVs need 200km EV range for Australia, diesel PHEVs an option
Toyota outlines the hopes and challenges of offering a PHEV in the Australian market.
Wheels names the 50 sexiest cars of all time
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but this is the definitive list of the 50 sexiest cars… Ever!
2025 Jeep Avenger electric SUV: $53k launch price announced
Jeep’s compact EV, the Avenger, will make its Australian debut in late 2024 with a $53,990 starting price
EV sales are getting a boost through incentivised novated leasing
Tax breaks for leased EVs proving irresistible to many.
Exploring the countryside with the Mahindra XUV700
We embarked on a day trip to Victoria’s Spa Country with Mahindra’s family-focused SUV
NVES: VW leaves FCAI policy committee
Volkswagen Group Australia – which includes the VW, Audi, Skoda and Cupra brands – has quit the FCAI’s policymaking committee over differences in its fuel-efficiency standard position
Auction watch: HSV Coupe 4, Maserati Ghibli, Mazda RX-8 and more!
A former COTY winner and a collectible HSV are in the spotlight this week.
GWM Tank 500 to debut improved aftersales support, connected services
GWM improves capped-price service and roadside assist coverage for Tank-badged models; launches new connected services app
Polestar leaves Australia’s new-car lobby group following Tesla exit
Electric vehicle specialist Polestar has joined Tesla in quitting the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries in protest of its fuel-efficiency standard position
Rivian reveals smaller R2 and surprises with compact R3X
Rivian says its new R2 and R3X, revealed this week, will be “available internationally following their 2026 North American launch – leaving hope for an Australian release
2024 Ford E-Transit: Quick review
The first electric van from Ford is here and it’s making a strong case for itself
Could Walkinshaw Performance tweak the Touareg?
How a Touareg ‘Walkie’ might look
