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.
Isuzu wins customer service gong
For the second time in three years, Isuzu’s customer satisfaction has been rated the best in Australia
Facelifted Subaru Forester unveiled in Japan
Japanese model revealed though no confirmation of Australian refresh yet
The Hoff confirms Knight Rider reboot, Trans Am prices set to soar
80s classic set for a big screen return with or without Pontiac
Kia EV6 First Edition fully reserved in United States within a day
Over three quarters of buyers opted for home charger over Apple Watch
Genesis GV60 EV spied inside and out
With its new G80 Electric limo already out in the open, Genesis’s next electric vehicle is this: the GV60 small SUV
New Zealand announces rebate for EV buyers
Light vehicles costing up to NZ$80k will be eligible from July 1 to December 31 this year
The most popular stories of the month up to June 14, 2021
These are the stories that drove you to dive into the comments section (‘never read the comments!’, the weak say) to chat with your fellow obsessives
Geely’s Vision Starburst hints at new design language
Chinese automotive giant teases at future design influence
Citroen, Peugeot and Renault charged over Dieselgate in France
Three French carmakers have appeared before a court in Paris this week
BMW recalls 2019-2020 models over ABS fault
Despite 11 models being affected, only 49 vehicles are under recall
Renault unveils plans for largest EV manufacturing facility in Europe
ElectriCity will produce 400,000 electric cars annually by 2025
Genesis G80 and GV80 recalled over fuel leak
Total of 11 cars affected, all fitted with the 2.5 GDI Engine
Audi issues recall for A6 and A7
57 cars recalled over potential airbag failure
Ferrari appoints tech expert as new CEO
Ferrari’s electric dreams come together with appointment of long-time tech giant to CEO role
GM forced to remove start/stop from full-size pick-ups and SUVs due to semi-conductor shortages
Impact on Australian-delivered stock unknown
Old Ford factory making history again as mass vaccination hub
Ford’s old plant in Geelong gets a new lease of life helping in the fight against Covid-19
Honda recalls 2019-2020 Accord hybrid over electrical issue
The problem could lead to a loss of power, leading the ACCC to issue a warning
Toyota Australia doubles hybrid sales in two years
Hybrid sales were 203,949 up to the end of May
Mercedes-Benz ‘selling $1.5 billion worth of dealerships across Europe’
Approximately 25 dealerships and service centres thought to be going up for sale
Updated HiAce van now only available in white
More changes made to Japanese marque’s popular LCV
Toyota: Hybrids are not a stepping-stone technology to EVs
Pioneers of the hybrid game believe it is still needed amid emerging EV takeover
Aston Martin targets women buyers with DBX
Fictional spy James Bond is Aston Martin’s most famous ‘customer’, but the British brand is using its first ever SUV, the DBX, as a springboard to attract more female buyers
FWD vs RWD vs AWD – which is the safest kind of car?
With so many drivetrains in the market to choose from, powering either the front wheels, the rear wheels, or both ends… which setup is right for you?
BMW adds 60,000 chargers to Chinese EV network
Chinese market becoming large focus for BMW’s EV plans
