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  • Nissan Juke continues its “look at me” approach

    ONE THING YOU CAN SAY ABOUT Nissan’s Juke is that it’s never been a shrinking violet. Bold colours, loud accessories and extrovert styling have always been its stock in trade. Things are about to go up to a new level as the new Juke is set to deliver all-new levels of personalisation, courtesy of a […]

  • Hyundai announces 2021 Kona Electric

    FACELIFTED DESIGN, IMPROVED RANGE and specification upgrades across the model line-up headline the new Hyundai Kona Electric. 2021 Kona Electric comes fitted with Michelin Primacy4 low rolling resistance tyres, helping deliver a 7.8 percent improvement in real-world driving range to 484km (previously 449km) when tested according to the WLTP standard. 2021 Kona Electric model range […]

  • Toyota expands Gazoo range with GR 86

    SURE TO BE A HOT TICKET item with the backwards-cap brigade, the new Toyota GR 86 is the third model in the Gazoo Racing series of sports cars. Substantial gains to performance, agility and stability have advanced the unique driving characteristics of the compact four-seater’s classic front-engine, rear-drive layout. A larger, more powerful engine, lightweight […]

  • Volkswagen keeps the Tiguan competitive with upgrade

    WITH NEW MODELS COMING on stream all the time, from within the Volkswagen group as well as from competitors, VW is keen to keep the Tiguan (its best-selling model) competitive. As a consequence, the Tiguan SUV has received a major update and enters showrooms from next month. With a range of equipment shared with the […]

  • Haval Jolion arrives in two spec levels

    Haval Jolion arrives in two spec levels THERE IS INCREASING INTEREST in newcomer Chinese brands. Haval is making a name for itself offering value-for-money models and picking up sales as a result. The first shipments of the new Haval Jolion LE (Launch Edition) SUV have arrived into Australia ahead of deliveries to dealer showrooms. The […]

  • Isuzu D-Max prices rise by $1000

    DUE TO INCREASING COSTS ASSOCIATED with the model year 2021 Isuzu D-Max, Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) will introduce a price adjustment (PR speak for “increase”) for the D-Max range. “IUA has not taken the decision to increase pricing lightly and has deeply considered all options. But, in the face of increasing costs associated with the […]

  • Suzuki celebrates 100 years with an Anniversary Swift

    HUNDRED-YEAR ANNIVERSARIES are legitimate reason to celebrate, so it’s hardly surprising that Suzuki is marking its 100 years with a Swift 100 Year Anniversary Edition. Based on the high-volume selling GL Navigator model (automatic), this limited edition adds a sporty rear black roof spoiler, a lower front carbon fibre style decal, and exclusive black stripe […]

  • MG reveals Cyberster concept car

    THERE IS NO DOUBT NEWCOMERS like MG (we don’t subscribe to their “Since 1924” claim) are determined to make their mark and the first images of MG’s vision of the future – the Cyberster concept car – promise a great leap forward. Set to debut at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show later this month, the […]

  • Jaguar, Land Rover move to five-year warranties

    ONCE THE MOVE TO LONGER warranties was adopted by a few car companies (Kia led the way with its seven-year warranty, and Mitsubishi upped the ante with its ten-year warranty) it was almost inevitable that others would have to follow suit. The warranty period for all new Jaguar vehicles sold in Australia from 1 April […]

  • Genesis goes X-rated with EV-based GT concept

    GENESIS CONTINUES TO PUSH THE ENVELOPE by exploring new concepts and some truly innovative technology and design. Latest to be revealed is the Genesis X Concept, an EV-based GT (Gran Turismo) concept car, with the usual ridiculous hyperbole. A world-premiere video captured the concept car’s debut, which took place on March 26 on a private […]