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  • Peugeot announces imminent arrival of new 308

    THE PEUGEOT AUSTRALIA MODEL RANGE is expanding with the new Peugeot 308 coming soon. With the Hatch and Wagon previously confirmed for the local market, Peugeot Australia has revealed a plug-in hybrid variant will also be arriving on Australian shores. The full local line up will consist of four variants: 308 GT Hatch, 308 GT […]

  • Mercedes-AMG launches first EV production model

    ACCORDING TO MERCEDES-AMG, the launch of its first-ever series production model to be powered by a fully electric drivetrain is the beginning of “a new era”. The landmark Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ is available to order now, with first customer deliveries commencing today at Mercedes-EQ showrooms. The luxurious yet sporty EQS 53 marks the introduction […]

  • BMW X7 to launch Q4

    THE NEW BMW X7, WHICH WAS unveiled in April and features a raft of progressive styling, technology and powertrain developments, will launch in Australia in Q4 this year. Headline changes for BMW’s flagship Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) are extensive and across the board. They include a new front end, new M Sport version, light-alloy wheels […]

  • All-new Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV sparking interest

    WE CAN WELL REMEMBER the launch of the first Mitsubishi plug-in hybrid Outlander, held in Canberra in 2014. It was a revelation to most motoring journalists, and required a different way of looking at driving. Fast-forward to 2022, and the new-generation Outlander Plug-In Hybrid EV, based on the sophisticated, stylish and safe new Outlander platform, […]

  • Driving the Mercedes-Benz 600 and Lotus Cortina Mk1

    Ian Crawford relives his early experiences in a brand-new Mercedes-Benz 600 and a Lotus Cortina Mk1.  BACK IN THE EARLY ‘60S as a youthful, car-crazy journalist on the Launceston Examiner, I thought I’d won the lottery when the editor added the paper’s motoring editorship to my responsibilities. I had a weekly section, usually of a […]

  • So you really think EVs are going to work?

    THERE ARE MANY ISSUES facing the implementation of electric vehicles, not least of which is the lack of infrastructure. The simple fact is that we have failed to adequately plan for and prepare for the monumental change that EVs will mean. seniordriveraus contributor Ian Crawford alerted us to a post from an electrical contractor in […]

  • Genesis joins the EV rush with GV60

    THERE IS JUST NO STOPPING the rush to electric vehicles. Latest on the bandwagon is Genesis with the GV60, their first dedicated electric vehicle. GV60 redefines mobility through its advanced long-range, rapid recharge battery-electric technology. Luxurious, zero-emission GV60 delivers scintillating performance and a driving range of 470km (AWD variant), with the capability for ultra-rapid charging, […]

  • Jaguar E-Types make pilgrimage to Geneva

    WHEN THE JAGUAR E-TYPE made its jaw-dropping debut at the 1961 Geneva Motor Show, one of the many stories that have since become legends was a flat-out drive from Coventry to Geneva to cater to the incredible demand for test drives. Limited-edition Jaguar E-types built to commemorate 60 years since its launch have completed a […]

  • Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior 2022 review

    Chris Riley tests the 2022 Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 driver needs to know.  Summary: The Nissan Navara Warrior PRO-4X has the looks and ability to appeal to plenty of cashed-up crew cab ute buyers.   2022 Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior crew cab ute  Pricing:  $67,490 […]

  • New Nissan Qashqai to launch in four trim levels

    THE NEW NISSAN QASHQAI IS READY for launch, with four generously equipped trim levels delivering even more of what Australian families love about Nissan’s stylish and spacious small SUV. The new Nissan Qashqai delivers more power, more technology, more driving excitement, all while delivering even greater fuel efficiency. “The new Nissan Qashqai is a small […]