Those hanging out for the arrival of the 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series might be slightly disappointed to hear the Australian launch has been pushed back. Well, more specifically, Toyota Australia says “customer deliveries” will be delayed. The exact timing of the push-back hasn’t been outlined, but today the local […]
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2022 Kia Sportage detailed for Australia; adds 1.6 turbo, on sale in October
Kia Australia has lifted the lid on what we can expect to see from its next-generation 2022 Sportage, with the company clearly intent on giving the family hero a bold, futuristic look that adds even more technology as standard. The all-new 2022 Sportage, revealed in June, is set to hit […]
Mahindra confirms XUV700 large SUV for Australia, late 2022
Mahindra has confirmed that its outgoing XUV500 SUV will be replaced in late 2022 by the recently unveiled XUV700, as the company continues to take the fight directly to the family-size-SUV market. The company says that Australian customers can now register their interest for the XUV700, with more specifications and […]
Mercedes-AMG reveals first hybrid model; 620kW GT 63 S E Performance
The first hybrid Mercedes-AMG has debuted, in the form of the AMG GT 63 S E Performance. Yes, the name is a bit of a mouthful, but so are the fun facts and figures. Power comes from a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 that’s matched to an electric motor assist system, and […]
2022 Isuzu D-Max update brings in 1.9TD, new variants
Isuzu Ute Australia has confirmed the addition of a new engine and no less than six new variants for its 2022 D-Max lineup, including a new flagship X-Terrain 4×4 and new options for those looking for an entry-level model. Isuzu’s updated D-Max range is set to hit showrooms in the […]
2021 MG HS PHEV Essence review (video)
While plenty of the more established SUV makers in this space are running around trying to sort out their electrified plans for the future, MG has swooped in, pretty much straight away, with a proper plug-in hybrid version of its latest HS. It’s one of only two plug-in hybrid options […]
Video: BMW M8 ‘CSL’ prototype? Or test bed for future M hybrid 6CYL powertrain?
Check out this crazy Batmobile-looking thing. It’s a mutant prototype based on the BMW 8 Series coupe, featuring all kinds of crazy aero parts and what sounds like a hypo inline-six engine, potentially backed by hybrid tech. Now, there are a number of possibilities here. The first and most obvious […]
2021 Toyota HiLux GR Sport announced in Thailand
Toyota has introduced a GR Sport variant of the 2021 HiLux in Thailand, potentially giving us a preview of what to expect here in Australia in the future. Toyota, globally, has already outlined the fact it wants to offer a GR package –whether it be GR Sport or full-blown GR […]