[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2019 Lexus ES 350; Cars.com photos by Christian Lantry Lexus redesigned its mid-size ES 350 sedan for 2019 with a dramatic new face, modern cabin and updated powertrains. For this Car Seat Check, we tested the sport-tuned F Sport model with sport seats, and it got straight-A grades across the board thanks to…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Hardcore five-door ready to burst out of Ingolstadt with 331kW of fury The Audi Sport range in Australia is expanding from February next year, with the addition of a new RS5 Sportback derivative. This longer-wheelbase model joins its coupe sibling atop the A5 range, adding an extra pair of doors and a wagon-esque…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Dashtop unit to allow advanced connectivity through AUX input Amazon has unveiled a new in-car device that will enable users to access its Alexa voice assistant, as well as a raft of other advanced infotainment capabilities. Dubbed the Echo Auto, the device will connects to the user’s phone through Bluetooth, and to the…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2018 Nissan Titan XD Cars.com photo by Matthew Barnes New on sister site PickupTrucks.com this week: towing and off-roading with the 2018 Nissan Titan XD; Ford officially prices the Ranger; and Toyota’s latest commercial for the Tacoma. Related: Pickup Truck News Testing the Titan XD We spent some time behind the wheel of…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Electric Caddy due to go on sale in Europe from the middle of 2019 The Volkswagen e-Transporter and Volkswagen e-Caddy have made their debuts alongside the flashier ID Buzz Cargo concept at the 2018 Hannover commercial vehicle show. Both the electric Transporter and Caddy were designed in conjunction with ABT, a tuner specialising…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2018 Jeep Compass Manufacturer image Vehicles Affected: Approximately 154,000 model-year 2018-19 Dodge Grand Caravan minivans and Jeep Compass SUVs; model-year 2018 Dodge Journey SUVs; and model-year 2019 Jeep Cherokee SUVs The Problem: The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating that can cause gas pockets to form, potentially…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Top-selling small SUV gets black pack-style treatment and added equipment for no extra spend. Mitsubishi Australia has announced another special-edition version of one of its SUV models, in the form of the ASX Black Edition. Priced from $25,490 before on-road costs, the Back Edition is based on the entry-level ASX ES fitted with the CVT…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Ben Farlow, an ex-Inchcape executive, will step into the role for now. Anouk Poelmann has stepped down from her role as Peugeot Citroen Australia (PCA) managing director, having taken on the role in June last year. Peugeot Citroen says ‘personal reasons’ are behind the decision. Poelmann last year moved from Europe to Australia…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Manufacturer image Vehicles Affected: Approximately 12,800 model-year 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee SUVs, Ram 1500 pickup trucks and ProMaster vans, Fiat 500X hatchbacks, Dodge Journey SUVs, Challenger and Charger cars, Durango SUVs and Chrysler 300 sedans; model-year 2017-18 Jeep Wrangler SUVs, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and…

[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Not that you have no idea what it’ll look like, but here’s a first glimpse at the overall exterior design. Skoda has released yet another set of teaser images for the new Kodiaq RS, ahead of its full reveal at the Paris motor show early next month. We’ve already seen glimpses of the exterior…