Subaru Australia has opened up the order book for its new Crosstrek range, replacing the XV. It features a choice of petrol and hybrid powertrains split across three trim levels, with deliveries set to begin in April. On the styling front, the new Crosstrek design adopts a set of slimmed-down […]
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2023 Honda HR-V e-HEV L review (video)
Honda has gone rogue. The Japanese carmaker has completely overhauled its pitch, its target market, and its models. One model being the all-new, third generation HR-V small SUV. This time round, it is sold as a premium SUV, and redesigned from the ground up. It also uses the brand’s new […]
Mazda revives the rotary engine with MX-30 e-SkyActiv R-EV
Mazda has reached deep into its bag of tricks and announced that its celebrated rotary engine will be revived, but not in the form you might be expecting. It debuts in the new MX-30 e-SkyActiv R-EV hybrid. The new variant features an 830cc rotary engine which is used as a […]
2022 Toyota RAV4 hybrid review – GXL & Cruiser (video)
When the original Toyota RAV4 was launched in 1994, it was one of the first SUVs to be designed for everyday use. Fast forward to 2022 and the RAV4 is now the most popular SUV on sale in Australia. One of the biggest hurdles faced by customers at the moment […]
Mazda rotary comeback confirmed, PHEV option for MX-30
After years of rumours and anticipation, Mazda has finally confirmed, officially, that it will reintroduce its iconic rotary engine in an upcoming production car. There’s a bit of a catch, though. The new rotary engine is not for a dedicated sports car or revival RX-3 or RX-7. Technically, the new […]
GWM Tank 300 hybrid announced for Australia, priced from $55,990
GWM’s toughest creation yet has officially been announced for Australia, with the GWM Tank 300 Hybrid, priced from $55,900 drive-away. The GWM Tank 300 comes powered by a 2.0-litre turbo engine producing 180kW/380Nm, which is paired with an electric motor producing an additional 78kW/268Nm. All of this is thrown to […]
Jaguar gives F-PACE P400e PHEV 20% more range for MY2024 update
Jaguar has given its F-PACE SUV a considerable upgrade for the MY2024 update, with the P400e PHEV gaining a 20 per cent range increase, and upgraded tech and some added equipment. Headlining the update is an upgraded 19.2kWh battery pack that gives the P400e an all-electric driving range of 65km […]
2022 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid review (video)
The magnificent Bentley Flying Spur can trace its roots all the way back to the late 1950s, when craftsmanship and being handmade were not a novelty but a necessity. Especially for bespoke and personalised items. Although the latest model is not technically handmade, it remains as one of the most […]