[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Baby crossover gets new upmarket range topper with nicer trimmings. Mazda Australia has announced a new variant for the recently-updated CX-3 range, in the form of the flagship Akari LE. Headlining the upgrades over the standard Akari are ‘Dark Russet’ nappa leather seat trim accented with Pure White leatherette, the latter also adorning the dashboard and…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] PLUS: Tony Crawford buys a Mustang Bullitt, external airbags, and 3 Series review Join Mandy Turner, Trent Nikolic, and Tony Crawford in Sydney for the CarAdvice Christmas Party! Tony talks about his new purchase, a Ford Mustang Bullitt, and we announce the winner of guess the exhaust. In car news, external airbags have…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Supercar-inspired smartphone offers speedy fast-charging feature and beefy processing power. McLaren Automotive is better known for their work in, well, the automotive sphere. However, this week it has revealed its latest creation in collaboration with smartphone manufacturer, OnePlus. Dubbed the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition, the new smartphone is based on the company’s current flagship phone,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New models to become available from the end of 2019 The Audi e-tron crossover will reportedly gain new entry-level and performance variants, bolstering the current standalone model. Top Gear understands Audi is working on drivetrain options to top and tail the e-tron crossover range, with the entry-level model due on sale by the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Yes, that is right. The 2020 Ford Shelby GT500 will have 3D printed parts! The most expected muscle car of the decade will be partially 3D printed. Well, partially is a slightly too strong word here. It will get two 3D printed parts. However, this made me think about the 3D printing Ford…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] With the impending introduction to the all-new 2020 Volkswagen Golf Mk8, we are in for numerous teasers, spy photos and, evidently, spy videos of the thing. Volkswagen already confirmed that it will start with the production of the all-new Golf Mk8 in June next year, and this means that we will see it…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] There isn’t another country on the planet as obsessed with 4WDing as Australia. We’re buying more 4WDs, in the shape of both utes and SUVs, than small cars these days and that trend doesn’t look like slowing down. Sure, a good chunk of those SUVs (and even some of those ‘lifestyle’ utes, even…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S Coupe is one of the fastest, most powerful SUVs in Mercedes’ repertoire right now. But German tuner GAD Motors is ready to offer an insane version with almost twice the power over twice the torque. The bundle of insanity that comes out of GAD’s workshop is capable of…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The old Ford Focus was under-appreciated, but the new Mk4 model tested here is better again. It’s at the pointy end of the class in the areas of driving dynamics, space, infotainment and active safety. Shortlist it. Pros and Cons Pros Agility mixed with ride comfort Characterful three-cylinder engine Infotainment and active safety…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Back in 2007, BMW revealed a high-riding vehicle that would end up changing the SUV market segment forever: the X6. It was presented as a sportier and more aggressive looking version of the practical X5 luxury family hauler. As it turns out, it was about as close to an instant hit if I’ve…