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  • Ford celebrates 100 years building cars in Australia

    ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO, THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY of Australia Pty Ltd was founded in Geelong, Victoria. The story of how Ford Australia came into being, started in 1923 when North American Ford executives visited Australia to seek out a base to set up an operation to direct all Ford activities in the country. Two […]

  • Jaecoo confirms pricing and specs for J7 large SUV

    THE JAECOO J7 LARGE SUV is the company’s first local model. Launching in May, the Jaecoo J7 brings a long list of premium features to the adventure SUV segment. The J7 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine range is made up of three well-equipped variants, that offers something for every buyer. This includes the 2WD Core and […]

  • VW shows off T-Roc R Wolfsburg Edition

    VOLKSWAGEN IS LAUNCHING THE T-Roc R Wolfsburg Edition, focused on delivering an exclusive exterior look and unmistakeably emotional sound, with a recommended retail price of $69,290 (plus on road costs). The T-Roc R Wolfsburg Edition takes what Australian customers embrace about Volkswagen’s most affordable ‘R’ model and dials up the visuals and soundtrack, culminating in […]

  • What do Trump’s tariffs really mean?

    THERE’S BEEN A REMARKABLE lot of noise about the tariff’s US President Donald Trump is threatening to introduce, but not a lot of rational interpretation of the likely effects. The thing to keep in mind is that nearly half of all cars sold in the US are imported. At present, that number sits at about […]

  • Jaecoo releases details of J7 PHEV

    JAECOO HAS RELEASED DETAILS of its new J7, spearheaded by the SHS hybrid. Designed for smarter, more efficient driving, it brings a balance of power and sustainability, reducing the carbon footprint without compromising on performance. The elegant side mirror accent and power retractable door handles create a streamlined aesthetic, while Jaecoo’s signature waterfall grille adds […]

  • A dashcam could be the best investment you ever make

    YOU MAY NOT HAVE THOUGHT about it, but purchasing a dashcam could be the best investment you’ll ever make. Assuming you’re a safe, conscientious driver (you are, aren’t you?), a dashcam helps protect you, as well as giving you the ammunition to report offences, report incidences of road rage and prove your innocence in the […]

  • Hyundai has fun with Inster

    YOU KNOW A COMPANY IS full of confidence when it starts to have some fun and not take itself too seriously. Well, Hyundai has done just that by unveiling the INSTEROID – a playful interpretation of a ‘dream car’ designed to make you smile. This sporty design concept transforms the hot-selling INSTER sub-compact electric vehicle […]

  • Suzuki Vitara Allgrip small SUV 2025 review

    Chris Riley tests the 2025 Suzuki Vitara ALLGRIP small SUV with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 driver needs to know.  Summary: The Suzuki Vitara is coming to the end of its long model life, and it shows. And the all-wheel drive version costs a hefty $4000 more than the […]

  • Alfa Romeo 156 GTA 1997-2005 buying advice

    Ever wondered what classic car to consider? Paul Murrell tests the 1997-2005 Alfa Romeo 156 GTA with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and everything the over-50 classic car buyer needs to know.  Summary: Few cars can offer the absolute enjoyment of the Alfa Romeo 156 GTA, or look as good. Finding one won’t […]

  • Peugeot taking orders for 5008 7-seater SUV

    PEUGEOT AUSTRALIA IS INVITING customers to register their interest in the upcoming Peugeot 5008 Hybrid. A sophisticated large SUV and a true seven-seater, the Peugeot 5008 Hybrid is designed for modern Australian lifestyles. With a price of $55,990 for the 5008 Allure Hybrid, and $67,990 for the 5008 GT Premium Hybrid (both plus on road costs), the new […]