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  • Mitsubishi teases replacement for Eclipse Cross crossover

    MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION (MMC) today released a first look at the redesigned Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. To be honest, the images were hardly worth releasing for anybody who wants a hint about how the new Eclipse Cross will look, but for what it’s worth, we’re including them anyway. For the first time, the company will expand […]

  • More Mini limited editions before Nightfall

    WE THINK IT MAY BE a case of COVID-stir crazy, but the number of Mini (or MINI) limited editions shows no signs of slowing. Two new limited-edition variants have been launched in Australia. With sleek dark treatment, the Mini Nightfall Edition 3-door Hatch and Convertible are both strikingly bold and (according to Mini) “confidently understated”. […]

  • Isuzu D-Max scores maximum five ANCAP stars under tougher new testing

    IT HAS ALWAYS WORRIED US that vehicles used by tradies and travellers seemed to skirt safety regulations, especially since they probably do more kilometres and their owners spend more time in them than everyday sedans and hatchbacks. Things started to improve when many mining and construction companies made five-star safety a mandatory requirement, declaring that […]

  • Back to the future. Moke returns

    FIFTY-SIX YEARS AFTER it first shocked British motorists, the Moke is set to make a return (in Britain, but almost certainly not in Australia). From today, UK customers will be able to order one of 56 limited edition Mokes, an allocation selected to signify the number of years since the Mini Moke first appeared in […]

  • Subaru adds Sport variant to Forester range

    MUCH OF THE HEAVY LIFTING for Subaru will now fall to the Forester, following the announcement that the Liberty is to be delisted (see our story here) Perhaps as a result, Subaru’s best-selling Forester range is expanding further for the 2021 Model Year, with the addition of a 2.5i Sport variant, due in showrooms during […]

  • Korea’s hottest hatch, the Hyundai i30 N, updated

    IT’S FAIR TO SAY that nobody expected the Koreans to come up with a hot hatch to tackle the world’s best, but that’s just what Hyundai did with the i30 N. Now, the company has teased images of the latest generation, showing an updated design focused on dynamic performance, emotion and statement. The new i30 […]

  • Hyundai releases all-new Tucson, here in 2021

    FOR MANY BUYERS, the Hyundai Tucson is the ideal size and specification. Hyundai Motor Company has launched the all-new fourth-generation small SUV with a long-wheelbase variant and a short-wheelbase variant (Australia will get only the long wheelbase variant). The all-new Tucson is an important launch for Hyundai as the model is among its most popular, […]

  • Jaguar F-Pace uprated, more power in petrol, diesel both with MHEV technology

    THE JAGUAR F-PACE, ALREADY A handsome vehicle, has been uprated with an assertive new exterior, beautifully crafted all-new interior, latest generation Pivi Pro infotainment and the choice of in-line four- and six-cylinder engines including MHEV (mild hybrid electric vehicle) technology, the new Jaguar F-Pace is more luxurious, connected and efficient. The new exterior design gives […]

  • Lexus releases limited edition LC convertible

    LEXUS AUSTRALIA THIS MONTH releases the first LC Convertible, headlined by a limited edition representing brave design, Takumi craftsmanship and exhilarating performance. Details of engineering specification enhancements have also been released for the LC Convertible. Fewer than 10 examples of the special LC Convertible Limited Edition will arrive from September 29, with a Structural Blue […]

  • Mercedes-Benz A-Class goes electric

    IN ANOTHER STEP TOWARDS zero-emissions driving, Mercedes-Benz has added EQ Power to its compact vehicle range with the introduction of the A 250 e hatch and sedan, featuring plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology allowing them to travel up to 73km in all-electric mode. The release of the newest A-Class variant marks the first time rapid DC […]