It’s a race to the top to release an all-electric car which does away with those costly petrol station stops. Ever since high-profile Tesla vehicles began to roll out, there has been a market opening for similar cars that use zero petrol but priced within reach of everyday motorists. Hyundai […]
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2019 Toyota RAV4 on sale in Australia from $30,640
The all-new, 2019 Toyota RAV4 has landed in Australia, with an 11-strong field set to really shake up the mid-size SUV market segment. For the first time in Australia, the RAV4 is being offered with a hybrid powertrain which should also assist with market appeal in this class. Toyota Australia […]
2019 Hyundai IONIQ revealed; more power, increased range
Hyundai has unveiled 2019 facelift for its IONIQ eco car, giving it not only a more dynamic design and improved interior tech, but also increasing the battery capacity and driving range for the electric version. The IONIQ has only been on sale in Australia for about six months. It’s offered […]
MY2020 Range Rover gets mild-hybrid tech, inline-6 power
Lang Rover has announced interesting new mild hybrid tech for the MY2020 Range Rover, featuring JLR’s new inline-six engine and a 48V electric system. Jaguar Land Rover announced the new straight six engine with the Range Rover Sport HST a few months ago. It’s a 3.0-litre unit featuring an electric […]
2019 Lexus UX 250h F Sport review (video)
Lexus, understandably, wants in on the fastest-growing SUV segment; the small SUV. The Japanese brand adds the UX under the NX range, pitching against the likes of the Audi Q2, BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA, and the Volvo XC40. The UX is offered with two engines; a 126kW 2.0-litre in the […]
Lexus LM MPV unveiled, features massive entertainment unit
As previewed, this is the all-new Lexus LM, otherwise known as the first MPV to be launched by the Toyota-owned luxury brand. It has just made its debut at the Auto Shanghai 2019 event in China. The new model is based on Toyota’s Alphard MPV, which is sold in select […]
2020 Toyota Kluger revealed, gets ‘Dynamic Force’ hybrid option
As previewed earlier, Toyota has unveiled the all-new 2020 Kluger at the New York International Auto Show this week. The new model switches to a more modern platform, sports a curvier body design, and presents are larger cabin. There’s also a new hybrid option. Firstly, yes, the 2020 Kluger does […]
2019 BMW 7 Series LCI facelift on sale in Australia in June
Looking for a new car for your driver? BMW Australia will soon introduce the 2019 BMW 7 Series LCI update, bringing in a new-look front end, enhanced comfort, and some new powertrain options. First revealed earlier this year, the 2019 BMW 7 Series LCI shows off the company’s latest front […]