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.

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Subaru WRX tS Sportswagon review: The dad weekender drive

The WRX can do fast, but how does it stand up over a weekend of kids sports, school pickups and Dad duties?

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2023 BYD Atto 3 review: Everything you need to know

It’s affordable, rammed with equipment and offers decent electric driving range – but can the BYD Atto 3 really live up to the hype?

Volkswagen Arteon
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Volkswagen Arteon ‘to be replaced in US by ID.Aero’ in 2024

It’s hard being a Volkswagen combustion mid-size sedan these days

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2023 Volkswagen T-Roc R review: Australian first drive

A sub-$60,000 performance car is once again available from Wolfsburg with the belated arrival of the Volkswagen T-Roc R

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2023 GWM Haval Jolion Ultra Hybrid review

Affordable hybrid SUVs are still fairly thin on the ground. Does GWM’s Haval Jolion Hybrid carve a viable niche?

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Peugeot increases pricing for passenger and commercial range

Various Peugeot passenger and commercial models receive mid-year price increase

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Hyundai increases prices across lineup

Various Hyundai models receive price increases for 2023 range

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NSW uni team builds motor which could increase EV range

It could make them more powerful too, and uses fewer rare-earth materials thus reducing its climate impact

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Living with the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Exceed: Long-term review

Can this ‘all-new’ Outlander break the shackles and offer more than strong value?

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Video: Apple iPhone 14 and new watches will (they say) detect when you’ve had a car crash

Apple extends its reach into the personal health and safety space even further with a new feature that could save your life on the road

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Nissan to use old Leaf batteries to power production of EV components in Australia

The move will be an industry first

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Nissan E-Power hybrid tech could feature in Navara and Patrol; exec claims “we do not plan to come back” to diesel

Nissan executives have flagged the possibility of heavy-duty hybrid models, as it works toward removing diesel engines from its portfolio

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Skoda announces permanent seven-year warranty

Lengthened warranty immediately available to new and recent Skoda customers

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BYD Atto 3 delivered to first Victorian buyer during public presentation

BYD’s first local Atto 3 EV was publicly presented to Victoria’s first buyer at a special event on Wednesday

Suzuki Swift Sport
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2016-2022 Suzuki Swift, S-Cross, Baleno and Vitara recalled

More than 20,000 vehicles across Australia are affected by the manufacturing defect

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2021-2022 Lexus NX 250, 350, 350h and 450h+ models recalled

The NX range is currently subject to three separate recalls – find out which applies to your car

Honda Australia
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Honda Australia to relocate Melbourne head office to Moonee Ponds

Car and motorcycle divisions to operate under the same roof

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VFACTS August 2022: Brighter skies emerge for new car sales

Almost all the big brands enjoyed greater sales numbers in August after a tough year so far

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VFACTS August 2022: Tesla sales drive record month for EVs in Australia

Four out of five EV sales last month were a Tesla as US company benefits from a fresh shipment of the Model 3 and Model Y

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Next-gen Bentley Bentayga imagined, EV likely to follow

Bentley’s first electric model will be a small SUV, but a much bigger model – possibly keeping the Bentayga name – will surely not be far behind

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VIDEO: 2023 Haval H6 GT review

Does the range-topping coupe-SUV version of Haval’s H6 cut it, or does it edge beyond its badge equity?

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Government awards cash for EV chargers to be installed in NSW power poles

50 power poles will be adapted for EV owners without access to off-street parking

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2023 Hyundai Venue N-Line revealed for India, not for Australia

New overseas variant announced as part of Hyundai Venue SUV facelift

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Road safety survey finds more Queenslanders are admitting to breaking driving laws

One in 10 admitted to not wearing a seatbelt at some point over the past 12 months