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.
Next-gen Toyota Supra could be an EV, hotter GRMN send-off coming
Rumours point to Toyota’s new hero EV to be the sixth-gen Supra, due in 2026
Stellantis boss says Euro 7 emissions regulations are ‘useless’
The car conglomerate’s boss has labelled upcoming strict emissions standards as an ironic distraction from full EVs
RACV app adds Fuel Finder feature to help Victorian motorists save at the bowser
The RACV’s Arevo mobile app has been expanded to include real-time trustworthy fuel price comparisons across Victoria
Stellantis Australia appoints former Holden exec as new MD
Group now to be led by Michael Filazzola as current boss retires
2024 Hyundai Sonata facelift spied, Australian timing to be confirmed
A facelift for Hyundai’s mid-sized Sonata sedan has been spied in filming, suggesting a big debut could be just weeks or even days away
Electric car giant Tesla signs deal with Australian mining company
Australia’s Magnis Energy will supply Tesla with important lithium-ion battery materials for at least three years
2023 GWM Haval Jolion pricing and features: Cheaper hybrid joins range
A new Jolion has joined the line-up with a sportier engine tune, independent rear suspension and blacked-out styling – and now there’s a more-affordable hybrid variant
Honda slips below Jeep in US reliability study, Lexus & Genesis top charts
The luxury brands led the way in the 2023 study results
2023 Hyundai Staria-Load pricing and features, Premium joins range
New variant added to Hyundai van lineup
Government action needed as road toll rises again, says AAA
The motoring body representing the state and territory-based clubs has called for urgent safety improvements for Australian roads to help curb the road toll
Does driving slower save fuel?
A simple guide to a complex equation – the answer is almost certainly yes
Class action launched against Hyundai and Kia over ‘defective’ engines
Lawyers allege numerous vehicles sold by the carmakers in Australia were offered for sale with engines that were manufactured or designed defectively
Mercedes-Benz recalls more than 20,000 vehicles over detaching sunroof
Due to a manufacturing defect, the sliding sunroof panel and frame may not have been bonded correctly
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
