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.
More than 20,000 Mercedes-Benz ML and GLE cars under recall over fuel pump fault
Issue affects the ML, GLE and GLE Coupe models
2024 GWM Ute Cannon: Electric and hybrid powertrains coming
GWM looking to bring electrification to segments where it sees fit, as it becomes possible, and the burgeoning dual-cab market is on the cards
Polestar 3 v Tesla Model Y comparison: Price, features & technology
Two high-tech electric SUVs from EV-only car brands, but will the Polestar 3 be worth the extra spend and wait? For now, we can only compare their price and specs – let’s see how they go
ANCAP ranks safety tech in commercial vans for 2023
Australia’s safety body has tested and compared the safety assistance systems in all new commercial vans today, but most don’t have an ANCAP rating
Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ recalled in the US as it may ‘act unsafe’
Tesla has issued a recall as its FSD beta may act dangerously – more than two years after the trial program went live
Tesla Model 3 facelift: Shanghai factory upgrades begin
Tesla’s Giga Shanghai factory will temporarily slow down production in the coming weeks for the purported Model 3 update
2023 Nissan X-Trail E-Power hybrid review & road test video
The RAV4 has something to be worried about with Nissan’s new E-Power hybrid, it may not be as efficient but it sure is quiet
Nissan Patrol Warrior, Qashqai E-Power and two mystery models to launch over 18 months
Not satisfied with an almost all-new model portfolio, Nissan will continue bringing new models to market over the next 18 months
Toyota’s new CEO promises to accelerate EV plans
Toyota’s new CEO will start on April 1 and is planning a major shake-up with a “BEV-first mindset”
Ford Europe will cut 2800 engineering jobs as part of EV pivot
Region’s pivot to an EV-exclusive portfolio costs jobs, from admin to engineering, in Ford’s European business
Hyundai Santa Cruz ute spotted at Australian headquarters
The compact Hyundai Santa Cruz ute has been spied in Australia, right outside the brand’s local offices – but it insists there are no plans, and barely even any potential, for a local launch
2019-22 Volkswagen Golf, and 2021-22 Cupra Leon and Formentor recalled
Volkswagen Group Australia has recalled three related models to resolve a potential fault that could cause the radiator to move and lose engine coolant
Victoria to introduce mobile phone detection cameras, stricter distraction laws
The Victorian Government has announced a crack-down on driver distraction, with new AI-enabled camera systems and a focus on modern technology
Australia’s best electric cars for 2023
We’ve tested nearly every EV below six figures in Australia to rank the best on sale today
❤️ Val’ Day Flashback: Porsche celebrates 45 years of V8 models
Nearly half a century of Porsche’s bent-eight cars calls for a celebration
Owners’ High Court case against Victoria’s EV tax gets underway
The three day trial begins in Australia’s High Court today
WATCH: The car ads from the 2023 Super Bowl
After a big 2022 spend, most carmakers have stepped away from a spot at this year’s Super Bowl – but there were still a few highlights
Best Electric Cars, $80k-100k: Luxury EVs tested
This is part three of our price-based EV buying guide, comparing Australia’s electric cars priced between $80,000 and $100,000
Old EV batteries repurposed to power California
Electric vehicles aren’t just A to B machines anymore; a startup claims to have a world-first system using old EV batteries to power the Californian grid
Long-term review: New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Is the new Outlander PHEV worth $16K more than its petrol equivalent? We add the world’s most popular plug-in hybrid to our long-term fleet to find out
2022 Iveco Daily E6 updates detailed
The updated Daily E6 van and cab chassis gains a host of minor new upgrades to benefit drivers and fleets
Chery Omoda 5 v Toyota Corolla Cross v MG ZST comparison: Spec to spec
Chery is preparing a comeback to the Australian market with the Omoda 5, but how does it fare against popular small SUV rivals?
Hyundai to launch ‘Mighty’ electric truck in Australia
Hyundai will launch another EV in Australia this year, but it’s not an Ioniq or Kona
Kia Rio won’t live on in Australia
There’s no future for the Kia Rio in Australia, as buyers flock to SUVs
