While it might seem like all the major manufacturers out there are channelling their money toward family-friendly crossovers and SUVs, there’s no need for despair. Sports cars might not be the most profitable part of a manufacturer’s bottom line, but they are, for a number of brands, an absolutely essential […]
Month: October 2021
All-new 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL 55 & 63 unveiled, hybrid coming
The 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL has been unveiled, coming in as an AMG-only model with two different V8 options initially and standard all-wheel drive. Mercedes says it is returning to its roots with the new model, bringing back the “classic soft top and sporty character” of its past SL models. Even […]
2022 Nissan Pathfinder confirmed for Australia; 9-speed auto, up to 8 seats
Nissan Australia will launch the all-new Pathfinder large SUV in 2022, giving buyers a new option in seven- or even eight-seat SUV motoring. Yep, the new model will be available with eight seats for the first time. And in fact it offers customisable seating, including options for captain’s chairs for […]
2021 GWM Ute Cannon-L review (video)
Meet the 2021 GWM Ute, by Great Wall Motors of China. This is essentially a successor to the Great Wall Steed, bringing in higher levels of technology and capability, while retaining its budget-focus appeal. The main question is, should you take the risk in buying from a relatively new manufacturer, […]
Hyundai IONIQ 5, new Tucson, Volvo XC40 Recharge score 5-star ANCAP rating
A string of recently-launched SUVs has just been assessed by ANCAP, including the new Hyundai IONIQ 5, new Tucson, and the Volvo XC40 Recharge, and all have been awarded the full five-star safety rating. Firstly, the fully electric IONIQ 5. It only launched in Australia last week, but ANCAP has […]
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV debuts, more power and increased EV range
The all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has been unveiled, featuring not only a bold new design, but also a more powerful hybrid powertrain that offers increased EV range. As we saw during the initial unveiling, the new Outlander takes on Mitsubishi’s latest styling language, perhaps highlighted by its wrap-around front […]
Ford showcases endless personalisation options for Bronco for SEMA
Ford is showcasing some of the endless design modifications and personal touches possible on its new Ford Bronco, debuting six incredibly unique custom builds for the SEMA show. The custom build treatment was given to four examples of the all-new Bronco, as well as two Bronco Sport variants that have […]
Porsche celebrates 1.21gW charging infrastructure, goes Back to the Future
Porsche is celebrating a major milestone for electric vehicle charging infrastructure network across the USA and Europe, putting together a Back to the Future-inspired clip featuring one of the original movie cast members. The recently-published clip was commissioned by Porsche to celebrate EV charging network officially hitting 1.21 gigawatts of […]