Australian roads ‘not ready’ for auto cars
A LACK of investment in infrastructure has pushed Australia off the road map when it comes to driverless cars, according to a new report.
New Cars
Toyota develops new HiLux models
The top-selling HiLux has a trio of new models to counter tougher and more up-market rivals due this year.
First new G-Wagen in 40 years
It may not look different but Benz’s legendary off-roader has been updated for the 21st Century.
New Ford Ranger unveiled
IS that it? Much-hyped new Ford Ranger has been unveiled in the US ahead of its arrival in Australian showrooms mid year.
Toyota Fortuner soldiers on with lower price, same pack drill
The Fortuner is a big, Toyota-tough seven-seat off-roader that carries the troops and gear capably into the bush — but it goes AWOL on safety equipment.
Pocket rocket on a budget
IT MIGHT not be the most powerful car on the market, but it’s big on the fun factor.
Tested: Hyundai Kona
City-focused SUVs are all the rage at the moment, but one maker is late to the party.
Five things to know about Stinger
THIS car breaks the mould for a brand that until now has been about practical, value-for-money transport.
Top ten cars we’ll drive in 2018
SUVs and one-tonne utes will continue to rule the roads as Australia marks its first year without a local carmaker.
Battle of the hot hatches
Two of Australia’s top selling performance cars have just had a makeover. We pick a winner
A hybrid that makes sense
Toyota’s Camry hybrid uses less petrol in bumper-to-bumper traffic than it does on the open road.
New car review: Honda HR-V
The city-sized SUV is compact and easy to park but the cabin is deceptively spacious.
Kia Sorento update aims for the seven-seater top spot
Our 2015 Car of the Year, the Kia Sorento seven-seater SUV has just had its first major update. It’s more than just a facelift but has Kia done enough to regain the Sorento’s best-in-class crown?
Which twin should I buy?
A reader is keen to spend wisely on a car and seeks advice on two models — as it happens they are twins-under-the-skin Korean SUVs, the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage.
A sports car nerds will love
The badge on the nose is one to test the trainspotters but this cracking sports car is one of surprise packets of 2017.
Ford updates its baby SUV
Ford has given its slow-selling EcoSport a shot in the arm, adding a new engine and transmission as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Ford updates its baby SUV
Ford has given its slow-selling EcoSport a shot in the arm, adding a new engine and transmission as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Jeep unleashes SUV on steroids
It will put some supercars to shame in the sprint to 100km/h and it comes with a price tag to match the performance.
Jaguar’s ‘cheaper’ sports car
Some sports car enthusiasts would call it sacrilege, but Jaguar is moving with the times and adding a smaller, four-cylinder engine in its F-Type sports car.
HSV builds a tougher pick-up
Holden Special Vehicles has turned its spanners on the Colorado ute and first impressions are positive.
Car of the Year 2017
A bolter from a relatively unknown brand beats a quality field to be our standout Car of the Year.
Volvo V90 Cross Country defies the big Swedish wagon stereotype
It’s a big Volvo that rides high and has the getaway looks — but it’s not an SUV. The V90 Cross Country nudges $110K and shows the Swedes have not given up on the regular station wagon.
Tested: Range Rover Velar
HONEY, I shrunk the Range Rover. Sleek new Velar fits between the baby Evoque and flagship Vogue. But you’ll need to brace yourself for the price.
One car, two critics: Hyundai Kona Highlander
The top-spec Hyundai Kona Highlander, even at $38,000, is a value proposition.
Holden’s import era dawns with Equinox
Holden’s import-only era has opened with the Equinox SUV, a Detroit design built in Mexico — and refined in Australia
Qashqai’s final fling
The small SUV is at the end of the lifecycle road but still represents one of the better buys in the class. Here are five things that stand out.
Tested: Subaru Impreza 2.0i-S sedan
IT’S not the cheapest in the small-car class, but nor is it the dearest. Here’s why the all-new Subaru Impreza might be worth a look.
Tested: the rich people’s car
IT’S a Volkswagen, but not as we know. Will buyers pay luxury-car money for a VW sedan?
Subaru XV’s off-road ability matches its tough, fun looks
Subaru’s Impreza-based XV is a hit with lifestyle buyers, the young and young-at-heart. If buying a used XV, find an orange one for extra fun.
Honda Civic Type R is a practical, punchy hatch under all the wings
Dial R for refined: Honda brings out the Civic Type R hatch with the potential for fun and a punchy yet thrifty turbo engine
First drive: Fiat’s feisty hot hatch
A $5000 price cut makes Abarth’s turbo-powered tiddler a more attractive prospect.
I want a seven-seat SUV — which one should I buy?
Explore inner space — before buying a seven-seat SUV, do a trial fit and see how it stacks up for taking family, friends and luggage
Kia’s family-size Stinger hatch is an all-rounder
Kia takes on new sports hatch territory with a family-size rear-driver, proof that the Korean maker wants to be more than just a bargain basement brand
The little car that could
THE Picanto packs in — and sells — more than any rival in the micro class.
Five things we learned about the BMW X3
BMW’s mid-size SUV will soon be updated but the current model remains popular.
One car, two critics: Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai’s big family-mobile packs space and safety on a budget.
Honda unleashes hi-tech hot hatch
Honda is shaking up the hot hatch concept with a pocket rocket packed with the latest safety software
More safety tech for Kia Sorento
Kia’s Sorento seven-seater has a new eight-speed auto and more driver assistance technology to combat new arrivals from other brands.
The cute and cuddly SUV
Citroen’s singular SUV, a late starter, comes with curves, a tiny turbo — and an auto transmission.
The sports wagon for SUV rejectors
The Subaru wagon may not be popular but it will appeal to keen drivers who don’t want to follow the SUV herd.
Toyota C-HR breaks the mould
The all-quality small SUV departs from Toyota styling and practicality.
Hyundai’s pint-sized SUV
BETTER late than never, Hyundai has finally joined the city SUV market.
Meet the happy premium-medium SUV
Second-row passengers savour the space — and ambience — in BMW’s just-right mid-size SUV, due in Australia in November
BMW’s “discount” performance car
The latest incarnation of the BMW 1 and 2 Series delivers on the prestige and performance fronts.
Driven: Hyundai’s first hot hatch
The man behind some of BMW’s best sports cars has developed a Korean rival for the revered Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Rangie’s most road-focused SUV
Range Rover is looking to keep expectant Evoque owners in the family with the Velar mid-sized SUV.
Korea’s answer to the Commodore V8
WITH Ford Falcon and Holden Commodore V8s at the end of the road, will this hi-tech sedan appeal to Aussie performance-car buyers?
Another Chinese ute lands in Australia
THIS Chinese ute promises five-star safety — but not all crash testing has been completed.
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