[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] How to spot a scam mechanic and auto repair shop before they work on your car. How not to get scammed, DIY tips with Scotty Kilmer. There’s good mechanics, bad mechanics, and scam mechanics, learn how to tell them apart. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Europe is getting closer to enacting its first restrictions on carbon dioxide emissions from heavy trucks and buses. Two of Europe’s key governing bodies, the European Parliament and Council, have agreed to a provisional deal, which will see the 28 member bloc cut carbon dioxide emissions from heavy trucks and buses by 30…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] All-electric concept has a minimalist cabin with a two-tier dashboard, floating displays, and a large area for wirelessly charging phones. The Skoda Vision iV will debut at the 2019 Geneva motor show at the beginning of March, and could preview a new electric crossover “coupe” for the brand. Like the recently launched Scala…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The 2019 Geneva Motor Show is only two weeks away, and automakers are already rolling out teasers of vehicles they will showcase in Switzerland. Among them, there’s the Aston Martin Project 003, a new hypercar that the British firm is looking to launch in 2021. We only have a teaser shot and little…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The dual-clutch automatic is improved, but it’s still not sharp enough for this frisky sportster. Pros and Cons Pros The Ultimate’s cool looks, black roof, playful character, willingness to smartly change direction, sporty ride, and zippy, snarly engine. In other words, almost everything we liked about the R-Spec. Cons The price, and the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Performance PHEV claims 4.3-second 0-100 sprint and 50km electric range, previews upcoming electrified go-fast line-up. Peugeot Sport has revealed a high-performance version of the 508 Hybrid, ahead of its public debut at the Geneva motor show next month. Dubbed the 508 Peugeot Sport Engineered, the concept car teams a ‘PureTech 200’ 150kW turbocharged petrol…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New Euro-market crossover previewed ahead of its Geneva reveal next month. Don’t expect to see it in Australia any time soon though, the small SUV we’re getting will be something else. Kia Motors Europe has teased its upcoming small SUV, unofficially dubbed the XCeed, ahead of its unveiling at the Geneva motor show early…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Ferrari, McLaren, and Porsche are three automakers renowned for making many superb track-honed models over the years, and the latest names to keep that flame going are 488 Pista, 600LT and 911 GT3 RS. All these cars are roughly in the same price bracket and are comparable in terms of performance. Yet, the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New-generation Korean crossover to be a technology showcase for the brand, including an all-digital instrument cluster and semi-autonomous driving capability. The new-generation SsangYong Korando has surfaced ahead of its full reveal at the Geneva motor show next month. Sporting a sharper design and a raft of brand-first technologies inside and out, the Korando slots…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Australia’s biggest car maker has confirmed its head office has come under a cyber attack but says no customer information has been compromised. Toyota Australia has confirmed it has been the victim of an attempted cyber attack, however it believes no customer data has been accessed. In a statement issued today the company…