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  • Suzuki announces Ignis Series II

    THE SUZUKI IGNIS has proven popular with canny buyers in the over-50s market (as well as with younger buyers, it has to be added). Suzuki Australia today confirmed the release of the Ignis Series II for the Australian market. Key changes include a newly designed front bumper, rear bumper and front grille for an updated […]

  • Suzuki releases Swift Sport Series II

    ONE OF OUR favourite hot hatches is the Suzuki Swift Sport. It tends to be something of an unsung hero, and you can’t argue with the value. Suzuki Australia has today confirmed release of the Swift Sport Series II for the Australian market. Key changes include blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and heated […]

  • No foolin’, new Mitsubishi Mirage on sale today

    APRIL FOOL’S DAY hasn’t dissuaded Mitsubishi from introducing its popular micro car update for the Mirage. The 2020 Mirage gets a new look and more safety gear. “Customers looking for style and reliability will love the new 2020 Mirage. We have made some significant and thoughtful changes to improve the ownership experience. I believe we […]

  • Reader enquiry: I’ve been accused of speeding when I wasn’t

    Well, Trent, welcome to the club! It used to be a basic tenet of our society that people were innocent until proven guilty, but this has gone by the board when it comes to speeding fines, parking fines and other so-called traffic offences. Unfortunately, you’re guilty until you can prove yourself innocent, and this is […]

  • Reader enquiry: can I challenge a speeding fine?

    “I have recently been issued with a penalty notice for exceeding the speed limit at a fixed camera site at Gaven in Queensland. At this point on the motorway, I always use my cruise control if safe to do so and set it at the stated speed limit of 110 km/hr. The infringement notice shows […]

  • Genesis G80 will be a serious contender

    THE ALL-NEW GENESIS G80 made its digital world premiere on 30 March. It represents the third generation of the brand’s executive sedan and, depending on pricing, should find its way onto many a luxury car buyer’s shopping list. Naturally, local pricing and specifications won’t be announced for some time yet, but it’s worth taking note: […]

  • Mazda CX-5 gets upgrades for 2020

    WE TEND TO THINK mid-sized SUVs like the Mazda CX-5 sit right in the sweet spot for size and convenience, and judging by sales, many buyers agree with us. For 2020, Mazda has given the CX-5 a host of upgrades, adding greater versatility, safety and comfort both on and off-road. Available from March, the updated […]

  • Nissan Navara gets a facelift

    NOW THAT ITS Mercedes-Benz twin has been dropped from the market, the Nissan Navara Dual Cab can get on and sell on its merits. To help things along, Nissan has enhanced the range with key style and NVH changes. The Nissan Navara ST Dual Cab looks even tougher courtesy of a Black Styling Package – signature […]

  • Fastest VW Golf GTI arrives in July

    AUSTRALIA IS A MARKET where, unlike most others in the world, the Golf GTI is the most popular model. As a result, eager buyers are likely to be lining up for the latest special edition, the Golf GTI TCR well before it appears in showrooms in July. With a recommended retail price of $51,490 (plus on road […]

  • Škoda releases Karoq pricing

    ŠKODA’S NEW SUV AWD ENTRANT, the Karoq arrives in June. This week, Škoda has confirmed pricing of its Karoq range. Entering the hotly contested medium-size SUV category, sharp pricing will be crucial to the Karoq’s success. Starting from $32,990, the 2020 Karoq 110TSI is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine that puts out 110kW/250Nm […]