[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Woodgrain paneling used as an automotive accessory has been a “thing” for a long time, and the use of wood in car construction dates to the dawn of motor vehicle travel. One of the most iconic of all wood-grained vehicles was the SJ-chassis Jeep which had a production lifespan of nearly three decades.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Despite debuting the facelift GLB in March this year, Mercedes-Benz South Africa’s relaunch of its “mini” G-Class in April last year has resulted in it withholding the revised model for now. Limited numbers The main benefit is that the move has finally allowed the three-pointed star to make the AMG GLB 35 available…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The luxury twin to the Toyota Yaris Cross city SUV – and the smallest Lexus ever sold – has been previewed, and it appears to be a strong chance for Australian showrooms. View 6 images The pint-sized Lexus LBX – the luxury twin under the skin to the Toyota Yaris Cross – appears set…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Although it had recently as March this year denied all hopes of commissioning a successor to the radical Z3 M Coupe, BMW has done just that by revealing a shooting brake version of the current Z4 this past weekend at the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza on the banks of Lake Como in Italy.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Federal Government’s latest Luxury Car Tax threshold increase could result in savings between $1325 and $1530 for new-car buyers in Australia. View 3 images Some of the largest increases to the Luxury Car Tax (LCT) threshold in more than a decade have been announced – saving buyers of certain new cars up to…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Ever wanted to import your own car? Here are some things you need to know. We’ve all done it before – spent hours navel-gazing at cars for sale on various overseas classifieds, websites or auctions. Whether a cut-price supercar or a Japanese microcar piques your interest doesn’t really matter either, as now there’s…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Hyundai’s rival for the BMW 3 Series has received its second upgrade – with tweaked styling and more four-cylinder power – to keep it fresh among newer competitors. View 5 images The updated 2024 Genesis G70 has been unveiled – with styling changes, interior improvements and more power – ahead of first Australian showroom…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The JAC T9 – a double-cab ute made by a Chinese truck company – is expected to launch in Australia next year, with the first examples due to arrive for local evaluation in the coming months. View 6 images The JAC T9 ute from China is expected to launch in Australia next year. The…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Isuzu’s truck division has unveiled an electric motor that could power future versions of the Isuzu D-Max ute. View 6 images An electric Isuzu D-Max ute is a step closer to reality after its truck division unveiled a battery-powered option for the company’s iconic 3.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine. At the Brisbane Truck Show last…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Mazda’s CX-8 has long sat in the shadow of the slightly larger Mazda CX-9. But after a fresh facelift, perhaps it finally deserves its own moment in the sun. What we love Room for five child seats (if you’re desperate) A third row that isn’t hellish for adults A quiet cabin and an…