Hyundai has confirmed some more details of its upcoming Kona N high performance small SUV, including locking in the company’s latest 8-speed wet-type dual-clutch transmission (DCT). It was always a given that the eight-speed would be used since the facelifted i30 N gets it. The transmission will offer a range […]
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Haval Jolion LE arrives in Australia, main specs confirmed
Haval has announced that the first shipment of its Jolion LE (Launch Edition) SUV has arrived in Australia, with vehicles soon to make their way to a showroom near you. Haval says its latest and greatest SUV, the Jolion, will initially be available in two grades; the mid-range Lux and […]
2021 Hyundai Kona Electric now on sale in Australia
Hyundai has released the spec sheet and price list for its updated all-electric compact SUV, the 2021 Kona Electric. It’s slapped with a small price bump in Australia, but it does offer more driving range than before. Hyundai’s all-electric variant of its compact SUV has received a familiar facelift to […]
Hydrogen Hyundai NEXO now certified for sale in Australia
Hyundai has officially introduced its all-new NEXO hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, which is the first hydrogen vehicle certified for sale in Australia. The NEXO is the result of more than 20 years of research and development in the field of hydrogen fuel cells, and offers a range of up to […]
Is this the 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series?
We’ve found some interesting patent images on the Australian IP database, and we think it could be the front bumper of the 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series. (Update at bottom of story. These patent images show the Toyota Innova and not the 300 Series) Rumour has it the new model […]
Mazds MX-30 M Hybrid arrives in Australia, priced from $33,990
Mazda Australia has released prices and specifications for its new MX-30 M Hybrid, which is available in G20e Evolve, G20e Touring, and G20e Astina trim levels. The local arm also confirms an all-electric version will arrive later this year. Mazda’s first-ever M Hybrid range will feature a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol […]
2021 Renault Captur on sale in Australia from $28,190
Renault is hoping to capitalise on the success of the Captur in Europe with confirmation of Australian specs and prices for the 2021 version of the pint-sized SUV. The updated model is priced from $28,190 and promises class-leading power, improved technology and practicality, and, of course, some French flair in […]
Lexus LF-Z Electrified revealed, to inspire 2025 production model
Have a good look at this, as it will inspire a fully electric vehicle of the not-too-distant future. It’s called the Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept, and it is the foundations of technology, performance, and styling for a product or products that will materialise by 2025. Firstly, the powertrain. It incorporates […]