Nissan’s former separate-chassis now unibody-crossover, the Pathfinder, has come in for some tweakage for the 2017 model year. The US-built vehicle receives a new headlight design, taillight design as well as subtle trim and wheel revisions. A new grille, mirrors with integrated turn signals and all the things you expect […]
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Skoda Kodiaq prototype revealed, some specs confirmed
Skoda is continuing the promotion of its upcoming entry into the SUV market, with more images and details of the upcoming Kodiaq. When the Kodiaq does make its official debut, it is set to be available with a choice of five powertrains from within Volkswagen Group, including two diesels and […]
2016 Mazda CX-9 now on sale in Australia from $42,490
Mazda’s all-new second-generation CX-9 seven-seat SUV has finally arrived in Australia, with prices starting at $42,490. Interest surrounding the new CX-9 has been huge leading up to its release, with 82,000 potential buyers registering their interest, and 23,000 signing up to be contacted as soon as the CX-9 hits showrooms. […]
2016 Volkswagen Tiguan undergoing testing in Australia
Volkswagen is being very naughty by testing a fleet of the upcoming MQB-based Tiguans in left-hand drive with the steering wheel on the wrong side. This is part of an ever-growing trend by manufacturers where vehicles are being honed for Australia’s unique and adverse conditions, such as unfixed potholes and […]
Jeep Grand Wagoneer to be bespoke luxury model, arriving after 2019
Jeep executives are confirming that the upcoming Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer models – names yet to be officially confirmed – will become the flagship vehicles, separate and above the Grand Cherokee. Slated for an official release some time after 2019, Mike Manley, Jeep’s brand manager, said in a recent report […]
Audi Q2 small SUV production commences, arrives in Australia early 2017
Audi has announced the production of its upcoming Q2 compact SUV has begun in Germany, with Australian deliveries confirmed for the first quarter of 2017. Local prices are yet to be announced. The all-new Q2 was unveiled at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, and thankfully, those interested won’t have to […]
2016 Mazda CX-9 awarded 5-star ANCAP safety
The upcoming 2016 Mazda CX-9 seven-seat SUV has just received the full five-star safety rating in ANCAP’s latest round of crash tests. Mazda Australia is yet to launch the new CX-9, however, in preparation for its local market entry the safety experts are making sure the new model is as […]
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets new shifter, electric steering, stop-start
Details of the MY16-MY2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee have been revealed for the UK market, and the changes are likely to make their way to Australia very soon. The last we heard the current, MY15 Grand Cherokee was going to be around in Australia until October. But with the announcement of […]