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.

2018 Lexus CT 200h update revealed
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2018 Lexus CT 200h update revealed

Lexus’ entry-level CT 200h hatchback comes in for another facelift, with an infotainment upgrade accompanying the plastic surgery

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2017 Audi RS3 sedan arrives in Australia

The first compact sedan to wear a RennSport badge is part of a significant upgrade that includes a more powerful, but lighter, five-cylinder turbo engine

SUVs versus the people… movers
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Should I buy an SUV or a People-mover?

Seven-seat SUVs are flying out of Australian showrooms but could you be getting a vehicle that better suits your purposes with a people mover?

2017 Honda HR-V Limited Edition revealed
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2017 Honda HR-V Limited Edition revealed

Honda tweaks its cheapest HV-R small SUV so it looks less like an entry-level car

Mitsubishi Triton now offered with rear view camera
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Mitsubishi Triton now offered with rear view camera

Camera kit bundled with Hard Tray packs for Cab Chassis models

2017 Holden Astra sedan
Reviews

2017 Holden Astra Sedan quick review

Astra family grows with the addition of a sedan bodystyle, but is it as good as the laudable hatch?

2017 Kia Rio review video
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2017 Kia Rio review video

Roomy Rio is full of surprises after a recent update, and keeps its industry-leading warranty

2018 Mitsubishi ASX pouts for a makeover
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2018 Mitsubishi ASX pouts for a makeover

Mitsubishi could squeeze in one more ASX facelift before the new version ends the current model’s eight-year run

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Airbag of the future takes a front seat

German company ZF thinks its new airbag may be the solution for protecting passengers in a new generation of car interiors that look more like lounge rooms

2018 Kia Optima review video
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2018 Kia Optima review video

GT brings turbo power to steadily evolving Kia Optima range

Honda Odyssey v Volkswagen Multivan v Isuzi MU-X: Which ‘breeder bus’ is best?
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Honda Odyssey v Volkswagen Multivan v Isuzi MU-X: Which ‘breeder bus’ is best?

Driving satisfaction need not end once the family outgrows five seats?

2017 BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo revealed
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2017 BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo revealed

A new version of BMW’s fastback five-door appears to fix much of what was wrong with the old one

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Video: 2018 Holden Commodore Sportwagon spied on the street

Holden’s next-gen, Euro-sourced Commodore load-lugger caught in the wild

Holden Astra Sportwagon to bolster range in late 2017
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Holden Astra Sportwagon to bolster range in late 2017

Holden commits to growing its small car range, with the Astra hatch and sedan set to gain a wagon-bodied sibling before the end of 2017.

New Volkswagen Polo launch: the countdown begins
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New Volkswagen Polo launch: the countdown begins

The next generation VW Polo will be revealed online later this week. Crank up your browsers

Reviews

2015-2016 Nissan Pulsar Review

A long, broad body on a lengthy wheelbase gives the Nissan Pulsar generous interior space for a small car, and the sedan a gigantic boot.

Kia Cerato Sport Quick Review
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Kia Cerato Sport Quick Review

Kia has introduced a new mid-spec model that pulls on a tracksuit, but doesn’t bother changing out of its Ugg boots

2018 C3 Aircross Builds Citroen SUV assault
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2018 C3 Aircross Builds Citroen SUV assault

New Citroen C3 Aircross joins C5 Aircross big sister in growing crossover line-up

Hyundai, Marvel build Kona Iron Man special edition
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Hyundai, Marvel build Kona Iron Man special edition

Stark Industries inspires superhero special edition of Hyundai’s new Kona baby SUV

Front-engine, mid-engine, rear-engine: what’s the difference?
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Front-engine, mid-engine, rear-engine: what’s the difference?

Mid, front or rear-engines; where is your donk and what are the advantages of locating engines in different parts of the car?

2017 Hyundai Kona baby SUV to fight Mazda CX-3
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2017 Hyundai Kona baby SUV to fight Mazda CX-3

Hyundai confirms three-model line-up and high-tech specs for edgy Kona baby SUV, due in Australia later this year

Advice

How to survive your first track day

So you’ve bought a fast car and you want to use it. How do you make sure your first on-track experience is a good one?

Advice

Subaru Forester v Subaru Outback v Mazda CX-5 v Ford Mondeo v VW Passat: Which diesel car should I buy?

Floss is after a good diesel car for long drives that isn’t a ute or large four-wheel-drive.

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Mazda CX-5 vs Kia Sportage v Kia Sorento: Which diesel SUV should I buy?

Peter needs an SUV with a high, ergonomic seating position with an economical diesel engine.