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Car advice for people whose age and IQ are both over 50.
THE INCREASING COMPETITION in the small hatch segment is really pushing the whole category forward. Every time I step into a new Corolla, I am reminded just why it is the class leader, and why, for many seniordrivers the default choice. The new Corolla has an increased range of active driver assistance and passive protection […]
BUYING ANY CAR that hasn’t been safety tested is something of a risk, and unfortunately, there are a number of cars on sale in Australia that haven’t been subjected to ANCAP testing (or, in some cases, any of the overseas tests either). One such, perhaps surprisingly, is the Tesla Model 3. Electric vehicles, thanks to […]
ONE OF THE STARS in Ford’s current line-up is about to be replaced with an all-new model in November. The new Ford Focus range has been designed from a clean sheet of paper and according to Ford will deliver higher levels of technology, comfort, space and driving experience. “The all-new Focus is a clean sheet […]
THE UPCOMING AUCTION of cars owned or raced by Peter Brock will hopefully finance a revival in Australian car manufacturing. This year is the 50th anniversary of the Holden Dealer Team and proceeds from the sale of the collection, amassed by HDT owner Peter Champion, will be used to re-start HDT manufacturing, something every Aussie […]
THE TREND FOR RISING PRICES for collectable classic cars and black and white number plates at auction continues unabated. At the recent Shannons Melbourne sale, a buyer was clearly inspired by Porsche’s 70th anniversary and splashed out $352,000 for a 1962 Porsche 356B T6 “Twin Grille” Roadster, an Australian record. The final price was an […]
HOLDEN TODAY ANNOUNCED that it will be releasing its Acadia premium seven-seater SUV later in the year, the first time it has offered a GMC-based product in its line-up. GMC recently won the Kelley Blue Book 2017 Brand Image Award for Most Refined Brand (yes, they really do call it that!). Acadia is typically American […]
BMW announces pricing and specification of new i8 Roadster and Coupe. IF YOU’RE WORKING OUT ways to SKI (spend the kids’ inheritance), BMW have just made it a lot easier by announcing the pricing and specs for the new i8 Roadster and Coupe. The new i8s feature further improved eDrive technology for even higher all-electric […]
Paul Murrell tests the 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 driver needs to know. Summary: A practical-sized SUV for around town and genuine off-road ability. It’s a rare combination. 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk Pricing: From $44,750 (quite a premium over the two-wheel drive models) Warranty: Five-years, […]
ONE OF THE MORE USABLE hybrids on the Australian market is the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. That explains why it is the biggest-selling electric vehicle locally. The new model which goes on sale in the UK on August 1 is now being promoted using the more realistic real-world WLTP ratings (rather than the less realistic NEDC […]
IT SEEMS THAT there are more and more challenges to keeping your licence as you get older. Driving is and has been a major part of our lives, and losing the freedom to go where you want, when you want, can have a devastating effect on lifestyle. However, it is undeniable that our driving skills […]
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