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2018 Kia Sportage to introduce 48-volt mild-hybrid drivetrain
Kia kicks off hybrid-drivetrain integration with the Sportage, more hybrids to join next year
Mazda CX-3 diesel recalled for self-destructing engines
Own a CX-3 diesel or know someone who does? Read this
A dirty weekend in the Land Rover Discovery SD4
The Land Rover Discovery revels in a dirty getaway to the Victorian High Country
2018 Skoda Karoq priced from $29,990
This Czech midsizer will crunch down to a two-seat van once you ditch the rear seats
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio pricing and features
Alfa’s stylish entry into the SUV market has arrived in Australia to shake up the Euro high-rider establishment
Subaru Australia keen for hybrids
Subaru reveals plug-in hybrid XV crossover, but no Australian allocation … yet
Ford launches five-year warranty across range
Two year boost takes Ford’s range-wide warranty to five years and unlimited kilometres
2018 Ford Mondeo Trend vs Toyota Camry Hybrid SL comparison review
Ford’s Falcon replacement faces off against the first Hybrid Camry to not be built locally by Toyota
Brake-by-wire explained
Advanced brake-by-wire systems are set to proliferate modern cars with more stopping power and faster responses, but how does it work?
2018 Ford Mondeo quick review
Ford’s Mondeo still has the right ingredients to level with the best in the mid-size class, but convincing customers to part with their money might be a tougher proposition
Renault pares back warranty on RS models
High performance Renault hatches lose two years from factory warranty
Audi looks to fill drivers’ wheel time with money-making services
The German luxury brand says its new suite of digital services will help drivers, but it will also add to the carmaker’s bank accounts
2018 Lexus RX Crafted special edition revealed
Limited-run Crafted brings an audio-visual boost to the entry-level RX premium SUV
Kia Stinger range gains five-star safety rating
Upgrades have lifted the shock three-star rating once applied to entry-level Stinger variants, but at a cost to entry-level pricing
Reversing cameras become mandatory for all new cars in the US
Safety advocates pushed for the change from 2013
2019 Haval H6 Coupe quick review
Engine and transmission upgrade heralds a more compelling Haval line-up on the way
2019 Mini hatch and convertible pricing and features
The Mini 3-door, 5-door and Convertible sport a fresh look, cutting-edge infotainment and new transmissions, but still lack auto braking as standard.
2018 Peugeot 308 Allure quick review
Funky French hatch remains fresh with model range refinement
2018 Ford Everest to add a 2.0-litre engine?
The second-best selling model in Ford’s showroom appears to be adding a smaller diesel engine as part of running changes to the large SUV
2018 Mazda BT-50 Range Review
The Mazda BT-50 has been facelifted for the Australian market, and is powered by a five-cylinder turbo-diesel that is quite fuel-efficient.
2018 Fiat 500X Range Review
An energetic turbocharged engine, a space-efficient cabin and chic styling are highlights of the Fiat 500X crossover. Automatic emergency braking is available.
2018 Range Rover Sport to add plug-in hybrid version
A more fuel-efficient version of Range Rover’s performance off-roader joins the range later this year as part of a showroom-wide facelift
2018 Holden Equinox diesel joins range
Holden brings diesel power to its Equinox mid-size SUV family, providing a fuel-sipping alternative to low-capacity turbo petrols.
Mazda CX-3 Maxx v MG ZS Essence comparison review
Can the best-selling Mazda CX-3 hold its own against value-driven Chinese newcomer, the MG ZS?
