The Toyota C-HR isn’t exactly known for its performance, featuring a 1.2-litre turbo producing just 85kW. However, Toyota in America, with the help of some aftermarket tuners, has put together a ballistic package called the C-HR R-tuned that pushes power to an insane 600hp. Yep, 450kW from a compact SUV. […]
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Toyota Concept-i RIDE & WALK concepts heading to Tokyo
Toyota is already planning a number of concepts for the upcoming Tokyo motor show, and has now it has revealed a few more will make their debut at the event; the Concept-i, Concept-i RIDE and the Concept-i WALK. These three will showcase Toyota’s vision of future mobility, whereby cars and […]
2018 Toyota Fortuner now on sale, prices cut by $5000
Some updates have been announced for the introduction of the 2018 Toyota Fortuner, with prices sashed across the range by at least $5000. Yep, five grand. Toyota Australia is obviously looking to give the off-roader a more compelling edge in the tough market segment, with prices now kicking off from […]
Toyota GR HV concept planned for Tokyo, previews new Supra?
Toyota is planning to unveil an all-new convertible sports car concept at the Tokyo motor show, joining the likes of Honda also planning a fun concept. Called the GR HV Sports Concept, it could give us some indication of the design and mechanics of the upcoming Supra. Toyota says the […]
Editorial: How the Coalition ended car manufacturing in Australia
Well, here we are at the end of almost a century of car making in Australia, following Ford closing down its local factory in October last year, and Toyota shutting its doors this week, and Holden just around the corner. How did we get here? Our beleaguered automotive industry has […]
Australian vehicle sales for September 2017 – Ford Ranger climbs to top
Australian VFACTS figures for new vehicle registrations during September 2017 have been released, with a number of interesting shifts in various market segments taking place, shaking up the market trends. Starting with the best-selling vehicle brands, Toyota remains at the top no doubt. Sales for the Japanese auto giant are […]
Toyota Australia production comes to an end
After an outstanding 54-year effort, Toyota Australia has ended local manufacturing. The last car rolled off the production line at the Altona plant in Melbourne earlier this morning. Toyota Australia has been producing cars here since 1963, when it started making the Tiara. It has since produced nine different models […]
For Sale: Gosford Classic Car Museum announces mega auction
A monster collection of classic cars, supercars, and mouth-watering muscle cars will go up for auction later this month at Gosford Classic Car Museum’s first public auction. Supported by Pickles, the massive event will see up to 70 vehicles go under the hammer. And not just any old vehicles. We’re […]