Before spending a week in the Land Rover Defender 90 we found bush performance driving was not as easy as it looks. These little creatures, namely the 90 as tested here, will climb just about everything and anything thanks to minimal overhang, and a well-sorted 4×4 drivetrain that has seemingly […]
Diesel
Mercedes-Benz AMG not interested in performance diesels
Audi and BMW are both starting to offer performance diesel vehicles through their respective performance divisions. Preferring to stick to tradition, Mercedes-Benz AMG is not looking to follow suit and will continue to maximise and hone the petrol engine. For Audi, there’s the new SQ5 TDI which comes with a […]
2014 Maserati Ghibli revealed ahead Shanghai debut
Maserati has selected to unwrap the all-new 2014 Maserati Ghibli ahead of its public unveiling at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month. This is the first Ghibli since 1997. For the first time ever, Maserati will be offering a vehicle with a diesel engine. Yes, a Maserati diesel. It […]
Ford Ranger Wildtrak review
The Ford Ranger Wildtrak is quite possibly the most underrated 4×4 truck in its segment. Its off-road ability is outstanding, as is its on-road functionality and comfort levels. Think of it as a 4×4 road train with a touch of luxury, and you’re getting close. FORD RANGER WILDTRAK – PROS […]
2013 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI range gets power boost
Volkswagen Australia has announced a mild specification update for its 2.0 TDI engine found in the Passat range. The engine, which is also available the current Golf GTD, is only updated for the Passat. Since the new Mk7 Golf is just around the corner, the update doesn’t apply to the […]
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander review – LS 2.4 petrol and Aspire Di-D
The midsize soft-roader market is getting tougher and tougher, and with the launch of the new 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander, first seen at the 2012 Australian International Motor Show, the popular model is now more appealing than ever. For this review we have tested both the flagship Aspire Di-D turbo-diesel and […]
Subaru BRZ twin-turbo diesel hybrid confirmed: BREAKING NEWS
Subaru has just confirmed a high performance BRZ is on the way. The performance model will come with a high-powered twin-turbo diesel engine featuring hybrid technology. (Image: Subaru BRZ with sports kit) The BRZ and Toyota 86 joint project has been crying out for more power since it was launched […]
2013 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack TDI review
Closing the gap between the Touareg large SUV and the Tiguan small SUV, the 2013 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack slots in as the company’s only medium-sized off-roader. It comes packed with technology and convenience while offering adventurous semi-off-road capabilities. 2013 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT ALLTRACK – PROS AND CONS PROS: Exceptional fuel economy; […]