[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Seeking beauty and brawn in balanced perfection, Journal readers have a chance to win this one-off, personalized 2019 Saleen Mustang S302 Black Label named “Blazing Fury” customized by Steve Saleen in America’s Automotive Trust sweepstakes event. Powered by a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engine and 6-speed manual transmission, this exhilarating 800 horsepower 2-door coupe…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] There are multiple effective ways consumers can protect themselves against dodgy rental outlets, according to the ACCC. An Australian four-wheel-drive vehicle hire business has been ordered to pay fines totalling $1.223 million, after the Federal Court found it had serially breached consumer law and behaved deceptively. Smart Corporation Pty Ltd – which previously…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] There are cars that stop traffic, and the Pick of the Day figures to be one of them. It is a 1970 Volkswagen Bug that, to say the least, has been, as the selling dealer puts it, “highly modified.” Being advertised on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in La Verne, California, this bug is…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Volkswagen’s iconic people mover has been updated for 2021 into T6.1 form. Is it enough to push the Multivan to the top of the class? Pros and Cons Pros Undeniably charming take on the humble people mover Smooth, quiet and efficient diesel power Versatile van-like interior space Cons Drivetrain lacks composure in some…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The mid-size Japanese luxury model has seen a number of small updates, set to arrive before the end of 2021. The 2022 Lexus ES has been unveiled with minor styling tweaks, updated materials, and improved ride quality. Lexus unveiled the ES at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show, with the vehicle appearing with a…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Heavy rain brought chaos in Imola as Max Verstappen reigned supreme in his 11th F1 career win. The 2021 F1 Grand Prix of Emilia Romagna was the perfect formula of rookies crashing, penalties, a red flag and rain. From get go it was wet and wild in Imolaand one of the more exciting…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Neighbouring New Zealand has set aggressive emissions targets for new vehicles by 2025, and the Australian car industry has warned it could cripple an already fragile market. Aggressive vehicle emissions reduction targets risk crippling the new-car market in neighbouring New Zealand – and the Australian automotive industry says the rollout will serve as…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The electric hatchback will be officially unveiled this Thursday at the Shanghai motor show. The upcoming BYD e2 electric hatchback – set to be unveiled at this week’s Shanghai motor show – will cost “well below $35,000” in Australia, according to a spokesperson for the local importer Nexport. This should comfortably make it…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Audi’s A6 will gain a PPE-based electric sibling in 2023, with this new Shanghai-bound concept said to be a 95 per cent preview of what to expect. Meet the future of Audi’s large executive sedan: the Audi A6 E-Tron Concept has been revealed at the 2021 Shanghai motor show. While the show car…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] New-generation performance sedan and coupe gain all-wheel drive, with 3.5-second 0-100km/h times and a switchable front axle. UPDATE, 19 April 2021, 11:30am: BMW Australia has confirmed first deliveries of the M3 and M4 Competition xDrive will commence in the fourth quarter of 2021 (October to December inclusive). Our original story continues below. 19…