Korean car manufacturer SsangYong has shown, in digital form, its LIV-2 SUV concept ahead of its real-life unveiling at the end of this month at the Paris Motor Show. Said to preview the next-generation Rexton, the LIV-2 ushers in a new design language from the brand, and evolves from the […]
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Haval H6 now on sale in Australia from $29,990
Haval’s fourth model line has arrived in Australia with an introductory drive-away price of $29,990 until the end of the year. The Chinese SUV maker hopes the H6 will take the company to a new level, with Range Rover Evoque-esque styling including the floating D-pillar treatment. Two variants are available; […]
2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class prototypes spotted (video)
A pair of prototype 2018 Mercedes-Benz G-Class vehicles have been spotted testing, confirming Daimler’s decision to keep the G-Class alive despite rising regulatory pressure. This is the best footage we’ve seen of the next-generation G-Class during its development. The prototypes in the video seem to confirm a minor design change, […]
2016 Toyota RAV4 updates announced, added safety tech
Toyota Australia has announced some updates for the RAV4 range, with eight of the 10 variants receiving autonomous emergency braking at least as an option. Australia’s ANCAP safety experts have been pushing for more cars to come equipped with automatic emergency braking, and carmakers are responding. Toyota is offering the […]
Kia Sorento GT-Line option pack on the way for Australia
An exclusive GT-Line pack is being prepared for the Kia Sorento, PerformanceDrive has learned, bringing luxury and sporty-oriented highlights to the company’s flagship SUV. The option pack is set to follow in the footsteps of the GT-Line kit offered with the top-of-the-range Sportage Platinum. In the smaller SUV the kit […]
2017 Holden Trailblazer on sale in Australia from $47,990
Holden has announced pricing and local specifications for the new Trailblazer heavy-duty seven-seat SUV. It comes is as the replacement to the Colorado 7. Coinciding with the launch of the new-look Colorado, the Trailblazer shares a similarly updated design, with a more sophisticated dual front grille, new slimline headlights, and […]
Lexus UX concept leaked, to inspire new compact SUV
An image of the Lexus UX concept has leaked out early, revealing a rather edgy new SUV design. It’s set to inspire a compact premium SUV of the future. Like all premium car manufacturers, and pretty much all carmakers actually, SUVs of all shapes and sizes are important products for […]
Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV to debut at LA auto show
Alfa Romeo has confirmed its highly-anticipated Stelvio SUV will make its first appearance at the LA Motor Show this coming November. Codenamed Tipo 949 D-SUV up until now, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio takes its name from the iconic mountain pass in north Italy, otherwise known as pure automotive heaven. Several […]