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.
IPCC: ‘Feasible and effective’ climate action available now, including EVs
The United Nations body has reinforced the urgent need to reduce emissions now amid intensifying extreme weather and natural disasters
EU rules Mercedes must pay damages for diesel defeat devices
The EU has forced the German automaker to pay owner damages from alleged diesel emissions defeat devices
Open letter urges Australian Government to further prevent new fossil fuel projects
The open letter, signed by more than fifty environmental and climate organisations, was circulated in various national newspapers and is open to the public
Isuzu Ute Australia gets new top boss
Junta Matsui taking over from Hiroyasu Sato after his four-year stint in the role
Mazda CX-9 discontinued at the end of 2023
Mainstay large SUV and previous COTY winner to be axed from showrooms as Mazda makes room for an influx of new models
2023 Mazda CX-80 confirmed for Australia
A new three-row SUV is heading to Mazda showrooms, but it comes at the expense of another lauded nameplate…
ACT becomes fourth state to introduce fines for blocking EV chargers
Four states and territories have now legislated against combustion vehicles blocking EV charging spaces
Electric Cars: From then to now
EVs have faced an uphill battle since the 1800s, yet they’re only proliferating today. So, how did we get here?
2023 Chery Omoda 5 pricing and features
Chery has relaunched in Australia with the Omoda 5 small SUV, with full details confirmed ahead of its launch in late March
2023 Chery Omoda 5 review: First Australian drive
Chery’s comeback kid is a mostly decent small SUV hobbled by insufferable driver assistance tech
Audi to launch 10 new EVs in next three years; petrol A3 won’t live on
Audi is forging ahead with an electric push amid looming emissions mandates overseas by transforming its entire car lineup
ACT led electric vehicle sales per capita in 2022
Official data reveals Australia’s capital adopted more BEVs based on population, whereas PHEVs lagged behind last year
SsangYong Torres EVX Korean electric SUV teased
The oft-forgotten South Korean carmaker has teased a new tough-looking electric SUV
2023 Tesla Model Y Performance vs Kia EV6 GT comparison review
You’ll lose your licence in less than four seconds, but are these electric SUVs really deserving of their performance car marketing?
What does engine size mean, and does it still matter?
Bigger is better, right? Not always, and certainly not anymore. Why doesn’t displacement matter as much as it used to?
Tesla trains clever air suspension system
Tesla is using machine-learning from all its EVs to predict potholes and improve comfort, but it’s not for every model
2023 Tesla Model Y Performance review
The fastest version of Tesla’s popular electric SUV has landed in Australia at long last, but can the Model Y Performance justify its circa-$30K premium over the base version?
Study finds novated lease reduces perceived EV price barrier in Australia
More Australians would go electric if under a novated lease to avoid the price premium pain, according to a new study
Chargefox raises EV charging fees… but not everywhere
Rising electricity costs have led some Chargefox chargers to be a little more pricey, but it’s still cheaper than fuel and Tesla Superchargers
Hyundai Australia begins directly selling second-hand Ioniq 5 EVs
Hyundai Australia has started directly selling used Ioniq 5s in a bid to address new car supply constraints and claims to have “no excessive markups”
Waze makes EV charging stops easier
The popular navigation app is harnessing its crowdsource feature to ensure drivers can find reliable and available public EV charging stations
Porsche looking to integrate Google tech
Porsche is seeking to implement more Google software, after previously refusing to adopt Android Auto due to data collection concerns
2024 Hyundai i30 Sedan facelift revealed, in Australia this year – UPDATE
The facelifted Hyundai i30 Sedan has been unveiled in South Korea, with local deliveries expected in the second half of the year
2025 Toyota Kluger (Highlander) facelift imagined
Could this be the styling direction of the facelifted Toyota Kluger large SUV?
