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.

Jaguar XF
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Import tariff on UK cars to be scrapped under Free Trade Agreement

The tariff will be removed as soon as the agreement has gone through both countries’ parliaments

Toyota Kluger ANCAP test
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New Toyota Kluger achieves 5-star ANCAP safety rating

Japanese brand’s family SUV scores top marks in safety tests

Volkswagen Golf
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VW reveals Golf, Tiguan and Touareg hit by parts shortage

VW has revealed its mainstay Golf, new normal wheelbase Tiguan and Touareg are the latest car models Down Under to be affected by the global semi-conductor shortage.

Lancia Design Chief
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Stellatis promotes design chief to help resurrect Lancia

22-year veteran within the PSA group gets the chance to bring Lancia back to life

Vin Diesel F9
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Fast & Furious winding up, Forza Horizon 5 previewed

A day of mixed emotions for petrolheads as Fast & Furious announces an end date while the new Forza Horizon 5 video game gets unveiled

2021 Musso
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Updated Ssangyong Musso pricing and features

SsangYong’s budget ute gets an overhaul

Land Rover Defender
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Land Rover to begin testing hydrogen Defender

The project is part of the company’s goal of achieving zero tailpipe emissions by 2036

Isuzu Ute
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Isuzu wins customer service gong

For the second time in three years, Isuzu’s customer satisfaction has been rated the best in Australia

Subaru Forester
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Facelifted Subaru Forester unveiled in Japan

Japanese model revealed though no confirmation of Australian refresh yet

David Hasselhoff KITT
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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
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Kia EV6 First Edition fully reserved in United States within a day

Over three quarters of buyers opted for home charger over Apple Watch

2022 Genesis GV60 spied testing
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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

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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

2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series revealed
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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 Vision Starburst
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Geely’s Vision Starburst hints at new design language

Chinese automotive giant teases at future design influence

Citroen
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Citroen, Peugeot and Renault charged over Dieselgate in France

Three French carmakers have appeared before a court in Paris this week

2020 BMW X5M Exterior
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BMW recalls 2019-2020 models over ABS fault

Despite 11 models being affected, only 49 vehicles are under recall

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Renault unveils plans for largest EV manufacturing facility in Europe

ElectriCity will produce 400,000 electric cars annually by 2025

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Genesis G80 and GV80 recalled over fuel leak

Total of 11 cars affected, all fitted with the 2.5 GDI Engine

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Audi issues recall for A6 and A7

57 cars recalled over potential airbag failure

Benedetto Vigna
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Ferrari appoints tech expert as new CEO

Ferrari’s electric dreams come together with appointment of long-time tech giant to CEO role

supercharged 500kW Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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GM forced to remove start/stop from full-size pick-ups and SUVs due to semi-conductor shortages

Impact on Australian-delivered stock unknown 

Ford factory vaccine hub
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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 Accord hybrid
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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