[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] View 5 images If you’ve made the dash to save your car from being battered by hailstones in recent times, you’re far from alone. According to the NRMA, there have been some 10,000 claims for weather damage over the past three months – an increase of 35 per cent on the average. As La…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Lexus RC F has turned out to be a decent GT3 race car, but it wasn’t without some extreme effort from Lexus engineers. See, the current RC wasn’t designed with motorsports in mind at all, so when Lexus launched the RC F GT3, it did so as an afterthought, so it was…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] South Korean brothers from other mothers go head-to-head in an all-new EV showdown. Does the new Kia EV6 have what it takes to topple the related Hyundai Ioniq 5? Tom Fraser and Rob Margeit find out. View 46 images View 46 images South Korean partner brands Hyundai and Kia are having a belter time in…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Toyota has made a return to enthusiast’s radar and the automaker is working on some very interesting projects. Between unveiling the biggest concept car collection, creating a hydrogen-powered GR Yaris, co-developing a hydrogen-powered V-8 with Yamaha, and working on a manual transmission for EVs, Toyota is evolving from one of the most boring…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A more affordable variant of MG’s plug-in hybrid HS Plus EV has arrived in Australia, priced $2000 below the flagship variant, but with fewer features. 2022 MG HS Plus EV pricing and specifications More affordable Excite variant arrives, joining Essence Both variants share dual electric motors, 63km EV range Priced from $46,990 drive-away…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] As the entry-level Volvo SUV, the XC40 is an attractive and lively vehicle for the price. It’s still in its first generation, which debuted in 2019, but it’s a family-friendly small SUV with appealing looks, powerful performance, and plenty of tech. So, how does it stack up against the more popular German competitors?…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Volkswagen Golf sets new benchmarks for refinement, style, safety and driving enjoyment in the highly competitive small car market. Previous View 21 images View 21 images Next Volkswagen has always taken an evolutionary approach with its category-defining Golf hatchback. The all-new Golf 8, as it’s known, is testament to that approach. If it ain’t…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] What we know so far on these future three models is that the Polestar 3 will be a large SUV, placed in the upper segment of this vehicle class, the Polestar 4 will be a mid-size coupe SUV, while the Polestar 5 will be a luxury electric sedan. The mule was caught testing…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Kia’s rival for the Toyota Kluger Hybrid is imminent, priced from $66,750 before on-road costs – about $5000 more than an equivalent petrol-only model, but over $10,000 less than the plug-in hybrid. 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid pricing and specifications GT-Line grade only, with choice of front- or all-wheel drive Near-$5000 premium for AWD…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Doors and Seats Engine Engine Power Fuel Manufacturer Transmission Warranty Ancap Safety With the price gap to the market favourite GXL now close to a meaty $12,000, Trent Nikolic finds out whether the entry-grade GX fits the bill where most LandCruiser buyers spend most of their time – the day-to-day grind. New engine…