Back in February, McLaren unveiled a brand new hybrid supercar called the Artura. The brand describes it as setting new standards for the supercar class, promising an unrivalled combination of throttle-response, acceleration and electric-only, zero-emissions capability. That first glance, which confirmed McLaren’s new MCLA platform and hybrid six-cylinder powertrain, teased […]
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Toyota GR Yaris Rallye officially launches in Australia
Toyota’s latest fiery little track monster, the GR Yaris Rallye, is officially ready for Australian buyers, complete with 200kW and a heap of performance tweaks over the regular GR Yaris. It’s called the GR Yaris Rallye, and it comes with some unique GR suspension tweaks, a limited-slip differential on both […]
Hyundai confirms new 8-speed DCT for Kona N, 280PS 2.0T
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 […]
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 […]
Isuzu Ute teams up with Surf Life Saving Australia
Isuzu is officially the ute-of-choice for Surf Life Saving Australia, after announcing a three-year partnership as a Major National Partner. Isuzu says that as millions flock to beaches, the Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) team will be perfectly equipped for whatever nature throws at them with its D-Max ute and […]
2021 Porsche 911 Turbo review – Australian launch (video)
The new king has arrived. It’s bigger, more powerful, and more intelligent than ever. But can the fresh 992 generation Porsche 911 Turbo reset not only the class benchmarks, but also its own benchmark? We’re at The Bend Motorsport Park in South Australia to find out. Porsche unveiled the 992 […]
Mercedes-AMG confirms 480kW 2.0T hybrid, 600kW 4.0TT V8 hybrid
When Mercedes-Benz unveiled the all-new 2022 W206 2022 C-Class, some fans were disappointed to hear the lineup consists only of four-cylinder engines, including the next C 63 AMG version. Well, there is some redemption it seems as the hybrid in question is going to be extremely powerful. Mercedes-AMG outlined some […]
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 […]