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2018 Holden Commodore: Model by model
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2018 Holden Commodore: Model by model

Holden has announced pricing for the first fully imported Commodore. Here’s what you get for your money

2018 Holden Commodore pricing revealed
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2018 Holden Commodore pricing revealed

All-new fully imported Commodore will have a lower starting price than the Aussie model it replaces

MS-RT Ford Transit first drive review
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MS-RT Ford Transit first drive review

Remember the 1970s when worked-over vans were desirable? The MS-RT Ford Transit makes the delivery run sexy again

Volvo XC40 quick review
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Volvo XC40 quick review

Volvo’s first shot at a compact SUV lands squarely in the centre of the bullseye

MS-RT Ford Ranger adds visual impact to dual-cab hero
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MS-RT Ford Ranger adds visual impact to dual-cab hero

Taller, wider, Ford Ranger arrives via M-Sport

Holden Equinox LTZ FWD quick review
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Holden Equinox LTZ FWD quick review

Holden’s all-new mid-size SUV has arrived, and it’s a big step up over the car it replaces

2018 Maserati Levante gains 321kW twin-turbo petrol engine
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2018 Maserati Levante gains 321kW twin-turbo petrol engine

Maserati’s first SUV now has a petrol option for anyone willing to fork over up to an extra $30K

2018 Subaru BRZ range bolstered with tS
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2018 Subaru BRZ range bolstered with tS

Subaru BRZ tS becomes new flagship of the sports coupe range

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 162TSI Sportline revealed
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2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 162TSI Sportline revealed

A cheaper, sports orientated 162TSI model has been added to the Tiguan range

The most common insurance claims by state
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The most common insurance claims by state

Victorian’s keep crashing into each other’s cars, while South Australian cars are mostly damaged while parked

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Car makers start to bring virtual world into the real one

Imagine a future where your car’s sat-nav system doesn’t just tell you where to turn, it shows you

VFACTS: Toyota Hilux returns to the top
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VFACTS: Toyota returns to the top

Toyota and Mazda have once again showed their muscle in November as SUVs continue to dominate car sales

2018 Nissan Qashqai quick review
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2018 Nissan Qashqai quick review

Small SUVs are becoming increasingly popular with Australian new car buyers, and Nissan wants a bigger slice of the pie. The updated Qashqai is its ticket to ride.

Toyota 86 performance pack available now
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Toyota 86 performance pack available now

Upgraded brakes, suspension, and wheels for Toyota’s bargain rear-driver can now be added

2018 Nissan Qashqai pricing and features
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2018 Nissan Qashqai pricing and features

Updated for 2018, Nissan’s small SUV faces off against tough competition like the Holden Trax and Hyundai Kona

Mercedes shifts focus to capture more female fans
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Mercedes shifts focus to capture more female fans

‘She’s Mercedes’ initiative targets a more equal share of the female market

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross on sale from $30,500
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2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross on sale from $30,500

Three Eclipse Cross variants kick off all-new addition to Mitsubishi range with more on the way

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2017 Volkswagen Passat Range Review

The deeply impressive Volkswagen Passat makes paying more for a premium medium-sized car look like – mostly – an exercise in vanity. Auto-braking is standard.

2017 Lexus IS200t
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2017 Lexus IS Range Review

The Lexus IS is a sports sedan from Japan that brings you more luxury for the money than mid-sized alternatives from Europe. It is beautifully put together and drives very well.

2017 LA Motor Show 2018 BMW i8 Roadster revealed, Coupe facelifted
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2017 LA Motor Show: 2018 BMW i8 Roadster revealed, Coupe facelifted

Scissor-doored, folding-roof version of the i8 to join a fresh-look Coupe in Australia next year

Mud Runner game
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Spintires: MudRunner rolls into stores

Realistic off-road simulation out now on PC, PS4 and Xbox One.

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander prices dropped, range revised
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2018 Mitsubishi Outlander prices dropped, range revised

The less costly ES variant returns along with standard drive-away pricing announced for all non-hybrid models

Car seats: what you need to know before you buy
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Car seats: what you need to know before you buy

Seat comfort should be at the top end of your priorities when buying a new car

Australias best value cars revealed
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Australia’s best value cars revealed

Wheels magazine’s Gold Star Car awards reveal which cars will save you the most money