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.
2024 Mazda CX-90 G50e Azami review
Is Mazda’s top SUV worth your hard-earned?
Electric vehicles “underperformed the market significantly” in 2023 second hand values
Great news if you’re looking to nab a high-spec EV for cheap, not so good if you’re looking to trade up to the latest and greatest
2024 Cupra Born EV: Quick review
The Spanish brands first EV has hit the ground running
Used car sales results for 2023 show falling prices, strong demand and more options
You might’ve taken a bath if you’d bought a used car just a couple of years ago, but improved supply in the new-car market is seeing prices and availability getting better in the used market
Would congestion pricing work in Australia?
New road-user charges are being considered to ease the traffic nightmare holding up our busiest roads, but would it really help?
2024 Kia Sorento review: Australian first drive
A worthy suite of updates for the class leader
New Chery models coming: Tiggo 8 Pro, electric Omoda 5, and more
Chery’s product portfolio is vast in China, but what will it choose for its Australian expansion? Here’s what’s coming – and what could be coming – down the pipeline
Volkswagen T-Cross: ‘Rubber Ducky’ floated on UK options list
This one might not fit in your bathroom, though
Best Large SUV Under $80K
Mazda’s new CX-90 faces off against the also-fresh Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Hyundai Palisade, and our Megatest-winning Kia Sorento in a battle of sub-$80,000 seven-seater SUVs.
2024 Toyota Yaris and Yaris Cross updates revealed, in line for Australia
The Toyota Yaris hatch and Yaris Cross light SUV have received a minor update in Japan with light design changes, new infotainment, and improved safety tech
POLL: Ford shows new 48-inch display – should huge screens be allowed?
Ford has pushed its entire hand to the centre of the table, declaring itself all-in on dash-wide infotainment – 48 inches of it! We ask: should these increasingly huge and powerful systems be allowed in cars?
Australia Day Double Demerits in force from 25-28 January in ACT and NSW
Highway Patrol will be out in force over the Australia Day long weekend with double demerits for those breaking the rules
Let’s leave the pick-up truck obsession for the US
Size matters, but not always in a good way.
Mazda will look to Toyota for its EV electronics
The two Japanese makers seek to share development of their on-board systems.
Recall roundup: Tesla, Volkswagen, Ford, Mercedes-Benz
New recalls issued for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, Volkswagen Caddy, Ford F-150 and Transit Custom, and Mercedes-Benz midsize vans
2024 Ford Everest Wildtrak review: Dad weekender drive
The Ford Everest gets the Wildtrak makeover
Victoria refunds $7 million to EV owners following ‘unconstitutional’ tax – UPDATE
Electric vehicle owners in Victoria will be refunded with interest after state-based zero-emission vehicle taxes were declared “invalid”
RMIT welcomes Victoria’s adoption of digital licences but flags security concerns
The results of a pilot program in regional Victoria shows a willingness to embrace technology for driver’s licenses.
Ford F-150 Lightning Raptor?! Switchgear concept hints at new hero model
The Ford F-150 Switchgear is a muscled up off-road weapon that electrifies the Raptor spirit.
Nissan confirms customer details published to dark web after cyberattack
A ransomware gang has claimed ownership of the attack which stole 100GB of sensitive information
2024 Subaru Crosstrek AWD Hybrid L: Quick Review
Off-road hybrid? We’re listening…
Climate Council highlights benefits of EVs for saving on road trip costs
Australian climate body provides insights on how Aussie travellers can lessen the bank pain
Why your car insurance premium is going up
This won’t save you from having to read your insurer’s terms, but hopefully it sheds more light than that legal babble usually does…
New GWM, Tank, Haval, Ora models coming
Chinese car-maker GWM has a host of exciting new models planned for 2024, including boxy off-roaders, an updated dual-cab and fresh electric cars
