2018 Infiniti QX80 S Premium review

There’s really no missing the 2018 Infiniti QX80. It’s a massive 5340mm long for a start and wears the brand’s signature ‘look at me’ styling details, front and rear. Not only does it make a bold statement, but its exclusivity means unlike the armada of Mercedes-Benz GLE and BMW X5 SUVs lining the streets of […]

This week’s top news stories: April 1

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks. To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check […]

EXCLUSIVE: Victoria and NSW preparing SUV superhighways

Victoria and New South Wales are planning to build highways designed exclusively for high-riding crossovers, based on the segment’s growing popularity among Australian consumers. In February, the SUV category accounted for 41.5 per cent of sales in Australia: streets ahead of passenger cars on 25.9 per cent. Both the Victorian Labor and New South Wales Liberal state […]

Volvo XC60 wins World Car of the Year

The mid-size Volvo XC60 has taken out World Car of the Year, beating the Mazda CX-5 and Range Rover Velar to the coveted title. There were 34 models entered in the award, which was cut down to just 10 competitors and then the three finalists listed above. A panel of 82 automotive journalists from 24 countries […]

Configurator Challenge: Volvo XC40

Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but choice can be seriously confusing. In our new configurator challenge, we’re going to let the CarAdvice team loose on a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal spec of a certain model. For this edition of the Configurator Challenge, we’re designing the perfect Volvo XC40 using the company’s UK website. Let […]

2018 Holden Commodore VXR review

The VXR badge isn’t new to Australia. We’ve seen it on an Astra hot-hatch and an Insignia performance sedan. And, technically, it’s been on a Commodore before. Vauxhall used the VXR8 badge for the HSV Clubsport and GTS models it imported to the UK for a decade until 2017. (Which is fair considering the badge – […]

McLaren 720S v Kawasaki Ninja H2 – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EubwXyVv25c The McLaren 720S is one of the fastest cars on sale at the moment, but what happens when you square a supercar up against a superbike in a rolling drag race? Well, that’s what YouTuber Do It With Dan decided to find out when he came across a matte-black-wrapped example of McLaren’s second-gen Super Series model […]

Jaguar I-Pace joins Waymo driverless fleet

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and Google’s Waymo autonomous driving division have announced a long-term strategic partnership this week at the New York motor show. The two companies will work together to design and engineer a driverless version of the Jaguar I-Pace, with 20,000 units forecast to join Waymo’s self-driving fleet in its first two years […]

Uber disabled standard XC90 avoidance systems before fatal crash

Uber switched off Volvo’s inbuilt collision-avoidance technology before one of its self-driving XC90 prototypes struck and killed a woman in Tempe, Arizona – a new report has revealed. “We don’t want people to be confused or thing it was a failure of the technology that we supply for Volvo, because that’s not the case,” a spokesperson […]

Corvette ZR1: 0-60mph in 2.85 seconds

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9Ny3bL-gL0 Chevrolet has touted the 2019 Corvette ZR1 has the “fastest, most powerful production Corvette ever” – but we didn’t realise just how much faster it is than previous iterations. According to a new report, Harlan Charles, product manager for Corvette, confirmed with CorvetteBlogger the ZR1 is capable of some serious acceleration times. How serious? Try 0-60mph (0-96km/h) in […]

2018 Range Rover Sport SVR review

Range Rover and racetrack – not two concepts you’d expect to see put into the same sentence, and yet the 2018 Range Rover Sport SVR is exactly the vehicle that encourages such folly. Don’t worry, you’ll have a hard time getting your head around the fact that a big heavy SUV can travel as quickly […]

What’s inside a Mercedes-Benz S-Class seat? – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XDuvbyIfWs The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the gold standard for luxury limousines, and nowhere is that more evident than its heated, cooled, electrically-adjustable, massaging seats. They’re a paragon of opulence, reserved for wealthy behinds (or Trent Nikolic’s behind, albeit briefly). How do they actually work, though? We weren’t game to find out – luckily, the team […]

2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: 25,000 new parts – why does it look the same?

No one would be surprised to learn the C-Class is easily the most successful model in the entire Mercedes-Benz lineup. In Australia alone last year, it moved around 8000 units – but with the latest version of C-Class arriving on local shores in August, that number could well be exceeded this year. That level of success […]

2019 Kia K900 fully revealed in New York

The 2019 Kia K900 has made its public debut at the New York motor show this week, with new details of the flagship luxury car revealed. In addition to what we already knew about the new model’s design and powertrains, Kia has finally released new information regarding the K900’s technology and features – including some new […]

2019 Mazda CX-3 revealed, in part

The top-selling Mazda CX-3 small crossover will receive a range of pretty low-key upgrades before the end of the year, as previewed on the US model this week at the New York Auto Show. This is the second upgrade since 2015, and focuses on improvements to driving refinement and cabin feel. The show car appears […]

2019 Acura RDX revealed

Acura, luxury arm for Honda, has unveiled its new RDX SUV in New York, carrying a new turbocharged powertrain and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive. Gone is the naturally-aspirated V6 from the old RDX, replaced with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine making 272hp (203kW) and 380Nm. It’s paired with a 1o-speed automatic transmission, with closely-spaced ratios down […]

Bentley prepares to tackle Pikes Peak in modified Bentayga

Rhys Millen and Bentley are preparing to chase the production SUV record up the fearsome Pikes Peak hillclimb in a Bentayga prepared by Bentley Motorsport. Nope, we aren’t pulling your leg. The current SUV record on the famed strip of Colorado blacktop – formerly gravel, alas no longer – is 12:53.61, which means Millen and his […]

2018 Audi R8 RWS review

Work days don’t get much better than this – over 400km on public roads and then half a day lapping one of the best racetracks in the world in a V10 road missile. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, you savour the moment. The V10 road missile in question is the limited-edition 2018 […]

Subaru: other manufacturers ‘rushing’ autonomous systems to market

Subaru says that it will play the autonomous driving game the smart way and wait for the technology to mature further before it applies it to its vehicles, unlike other manufacturers that may be too hasty with their approach, at the cost of customer safety. Speaking to CarAdvice at the New York auto show, the […]

2019 Nissan Altima revealed

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPKANMQ2t2c The new-generation 2019 Nissan Altima has been revealed at the New York motor show, bringing an all-new design, upgraded technology and all-wheel drive to the long-running nameplate. Scheduled to go on sale in the US fall (September), the new Altima is the first Nissan sedan to be offered in the States with the option of […]

Volkswagen Atlas Tanoak revealed in New York

Volkswagen has revealed an MQB-based pickup concept in New York, in the form of the (stunning) Atlas Tanoak. Named after a species of tree native to the Pacific Coast of North America, the dual-cab pickup is 5438mm long, 2030mm wide and 1844mm tall, with a cargo tray measuring 1627mm x 1450mm x 530mm. Ground clearance […]

BMW X2: sDrive18i and xDrive20d join local range

BMW Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for the X2 sDrive 18i and xDrive20d models, bringing the local line-up to three variants. Due by the middle of the year, the new variants follow the sDrive20i launch variant, which arrives in showrooms this month priced from $55,900 before on-road costs. When it arrives in a few months time, […]

Genesis Essentia concept revealed

The Genesis Essentia concept has been unveiled at the New York motor show this week, previewing the company’s future vision for “product performance and technology”. Featuring a lightweight carbon-fibre monocoque construction, the Essentia is the Korean marque’s first battery electric vehicle. It represents Genesis’s initial concept for a “true GT car”. Despite not having a conventional […]

2019 Subaru Forester revealed

The 2019 Subaru Forester has been unveiled today at the New York motor show, ahead of its Australian debut in September this year. The new model will be powered by a single engine with the turbocharged XT and all manual variants dropped. The fifth-generation Subaru Forester is based on the Japanese company’s new ‘Subaru Global […]

Hyundai Kona Electric coming late 2018/early 2019, long-range the priority

Hyundai Australia says the hotly-anticipated Kona Electric should be touching down locally late this year, or early in 2019. According to the company, our compact electric SUV will be sourced from Korea when it arrives. Local tuning for the suspension and steering is set to commence shortly. Initially, priority will be given to the 64kWh […]

2019 Hyundai Tucson revealed

Hyundai has pulled back the sheet on its facelifted Tucson, with a sharper exterior, a new transmission, and a comprehensively overhauled interior. Launched at the 2018 New York motor show, the 2019 Tucson has gained a larger, more dramatic ‘Cascading Grille’ to match the rest of the Hyundai range, along with a sharp-edged new LED light […]

30 Mostly Excellent Things You Want To Know About Hyundai i30 N

The 2018 Hyundai i30 N, the Korean marque’s highly anticipated foray in the global hot hatchback arena, has finally lobbed into Oz. So what do you want to know about it? Well, we went to our Facebook page just prior to the local launch and we asked you. In return, you bombarded us with an avalanche of mostly […]

2018 Hyundai i30 N review

I’ve effectively pulled the pin and stood right in the blast zone. The sheer level of enthusiasm Tony Crawford has for topics of his interest is matched only by the volume with which he projects his opinion, and few cars have lit such a fire under Tony in recent times as much as the 2018 […]

Lincoln Aviator plug-in crossover revealed

Ford Motor Company’s premium division, Lincoln, is putting its bleak days behind it and making bold American luxury cars again. The Aviator ‘preview’ SUV being shown in New York this week continues the trend. It’s a three-row crossover SUV to sit below the Navigator, and the company’s first plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The vehicle you see […]

Mini Electric: Classic Cooper gets a battery boost

Are you keen on a classic Mini, but hate the idea of owning a petrol car? Meet the Mini Electric, unveiled in New York overnight. Don’t get too excited, though – it’s not going into production. This is just a teaser, designed to get people excited about the all-electric Mini coming in 2019. That means […]

2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR revealed

Yep, the rumours are true. The 2019 Jaguar F-Pace SVR is official. Images and details of the new performance SUV have been announced at the 2018 New York motor show, and they’re predictably impressive – or terrifying, depending on how you look at it. The images show a subtly upgraded F-Pace with a more aggressive body kit, […]

Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport concept revealed

The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport concept has been revealed this week for the 2018 New York motor show, hinting at a production model due sometime next year. Essentially a five-seat version of the Atlas SUV sold in North America, the Atlas Cross Sport concept is 7.5in (190.5mm) shorter than the vehicle currently on sale, though retains […]

2018 Lexus LX450d pricing and specs

The 2018 Lexus LX450d has been priced and specified for Australia, starting at $134,500 before on-road costs. It’s the first time the Japanese luxury off-roader has been offered Down Under in diesel form, utilising the 4.5-litre V8 twin-turbo diesel from the related Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series. Outputs for the new engine are rated at 200kW (at 3600rpm) and 650Nm (from […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG C63 revealed

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its facelifted C63 range in New York, with a mildly overhauled exterior and a tech-heavy interior but, in shocking news, no more power. What’s going on in Affalterbach? Power comes from the same 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 as before, making the same 350kW and 650Nm in ‘base trim’, or 375kW and 700Nm in […]

I love my car more than my family and friends

I have a confession to make. I’m madly in love with my car. In fact, so much that I love it more than my family, friends, and even my cat. Now I should make a disclaimer here: I don’t love it that much I want to do weird stuff with it, like this guy. I just […]

Uber self-driving test permit suspended by Arizona

Uber has lost its autonomous driving permit in Arizona, after one of its self-driving cars struck and killed a woman in Tempe, Arizona last week. Having welcomed the ride-hailing service to his state with open arms in 2016, Arizona Governor, Doug Ducey, used a letter to Uber CEO, Dara Khosrowshahi, to suspend its testing permit. […]

2019 Subaru Forester teased again

Subaru has teased the new Forester again, ahead of a full reveal at this week’s New York motor show. The next generation of Subaru’s popular mid-size crossover will be joined by the new-generation Toyota RAV4 and refreshed Hyundai Tucson in the Big Apple, making for a fascinating bottleneck of family haulers on the Jacob J. Kavits Convention Centre. […]

2018 Audi Q2 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic sport v BMW X1 xDrive25i comparison

There appears to be no end to the SUV sales boom that has gripped the auto industry for more than a decade, with almost all size categories surging ahead of 2017’s totals. And it doesn’t seem to matter which end of the scale you might be looking at, everything remains on the up and up, […]

2018 Volkwagen Passat 132TSI Comfortline Wagon review

If you read many of our reviews here on-site, watch our videos or listen to any of the CarAdvice radio shows, you’ll know we spend a lot of time recommending buyers look at wagons instead of rushing out to buy SUVs. Do they listen? Not really, no. You can lead a horse to water… All […]

2019 Honda Insight revealed

Honda has revealed the production version of its new Insight hybrid, ahead of its debut at the New York motor show later this week. As you’ve probably gathered, the car’s styling doesn’t deviate far from the concept shown off last year. With broad, horizontal headlights and a slim grille, the nose shares plenty with the […]

Lynk & Co 02 revealed

Shortly after detailing its European launch plans, Chinese start-up Lynk & Co has revealed their latest model – the 02 crossover. Launched in Amsterdam, the Lynk & Co 02 is the third offering to be unveiled by the Geely subsidiary, joining the larger 01 SUV and the 03 sedan. Compared to the 01, the 02 features a […]

2018 KTM X-Bow GT arrives Down Under

The KTM X-Bow GT has touched down in Australia, complete with a wraparound windscreen for (slightly) more refined racing thrills on the road. Imported to the country by Simply Sports Cars, the X-Bow (pronounced crossbow) GT will be priced from $189,990 before on-road costs. That’s $20,000 more expensive than the X-Bow R, which arrived last […]

Lynk & Co to build 01 in Belgium for Europe

Lynk & Co has confirmed it will manufacture its new 01 SUV in Belgium for the European market. Speaking with industry journal Automotive News Europe, the Chinese start-up which is owned by Geely – which also owns Volvo – the company’s boss, Alan Visser, said the 01 will be produced in Europe, for Europe, from 2019 at a […]

2018 Aston Martin DB11 Volante pricing

Aston Martin has announced pricing for the DB11 Volante drop top, with deliveries set to begin in May 2018. With a starting price of $398,495 before on-road costs it’s over $30,000 more expensive than the $368,000 V8 DB11 coupe, although it undercuts the $428,032 V12 coupe. Power in the Volante comes from a 4.0-litre V8 […]

Ford ‘Mini Bronco’ SUV spied

The upcoming Ford compact off-roader has been spied for the first time during development testing, wearing a Fiesta body as camouflage. Announced as part of the company’s 2020 product rollout strategy just weeks ago, this mule is believed to be an early prototype for the Blue Oval’s upcoming small off-road SUV designed to “win a growing […]

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS review

From a global perspective, the Eclipse Cross plays the role of a brand ambassador, designed to convey the most avant-garde aspects of Mitsubishi’s ‘Dynamic Shield’ design ethos. Even the name, derived from a long-discontinued American-market coupe, has been specifically chosen to convey the dynamic and aesthetic goals Mitsubishi has aspired to. Alongside the budget-priced ASX, […]

2018 Aston Martin Vantage pricing announced

Aston Martin has confirmed pricing for its compact Vantage sports car, set to arrive in Australia during the third quarter of 2018. With a starting price of $299,950 before on-road costs, the car will be around $18,000 more expensive than the Porsche 911 GTS. That price similarity is no accident. Speaking to media at the […]

2019 Infiniti QX60 Limited, QX80 Limited revealed

Infiniti has unveiled the QX60 Limited and QX80 Limited ahead of the New York motor show this week, which are essentially high-end takes on its popular SUV models. Both models include exclusive appointments compared to their lesser variants, including exterior cosmetics and interior trim elements. QX60 Limited We don’t get it here, but the QX60 is […]

Infiniti Q60 Black S: Hardcore hybrid set for October reveal, RHD

Infiniti is expected to reveal its road-ready, performance hybrid Q60 Black S at this year’s Paris motor show in October, but you won’t see it on sale until at least 2020 — provided it’s green lit for production by company chiefs at all. The 500hp (370kW) Black S model will tap into the company’s collaboration with […]

Poll: Hennessey Exorcist pips the Demon

Dodge might have started the supernatural muscle car trend with its Challenger SRT Demon, but it’s been outdone by the hotted-up Hennessey Exorcist in our latest poll. More than 1000 people voted in this week’s face-off, with 53 per cent of voters handing the Camaro-based Exorcist a narrow victory over its factory rival. That finishing […]

2019 Volkswagen Touareg revealed, here in Q2 2019

The next-generation Volkswagen Touareg has been revealed in Beijing, ahead of an Australian introduction next year. Pitched as “Volkswagen’s claim in the premium class”, the new Touareg is a showcase of the brand’s latest design, technology and luxury – as any flagship model should. In terms of looks, the Touareg is instantly recognisable as a Volkswagen, featuring […]

Brabham BT62 teased – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaTJPtxA1BA Brabham Automotive is gearing up to launch of its V8 BT62 supercar, with another teaser surfacing online over the weekend. Having given us a snippet of engine noise, the company has posted a video of the car flying past a pit wall. Once again, it’s hard to garner any details about the car from the […]

2018 Volvo XC40 pricing confirmed

Australian details for the 2018 Volvo XC40 range have been announced this week, with the company’s smallest SUV to kick off from $47,990 before on-road costs when it lands next month. Based on the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) co-developed with Chinese parent Geely, the XC40 is Volvo’s third globally-available SUV model and will also be the first […]

2018 Mercedes S Class review

It’s almost futile to attempt to ‘objectively’ assess a vehicle like the peerless 2018 Mercedes-Benz S Class. Does a buyer with anywhere from $200,000–$300,000 to spend really care about objective measurements anyway? Is there any merit in ‘comparing’ a vehicle to others when in reality it effectively sits alone in its class? The answer is […]

This week’s top news stories: March 25

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks. To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check […]

Ferrari FXX K tackles Atlanta circuit – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTEHcZAxR_E While very few people will ever get to experience the Ferrari FXX K at full tilt, we can live vicariously through those privileged enough to afford it. Fitted with an uprated version of the already-wild LaFerrari’s hybrid setup, the FXX K features a 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V12 mated to an F1-inspired KERS (kinetic energy recovery system). […]

BMW: Volume EV production not viable until 2020

BMW’s CEO has confirmed the company will not commit to volume production of electric vehicles (EV) until at least 2020, as he believes current technology isn’t profitable enough. Speaking with industry journal Automotive News Europe, Harald Krueger, CEO for the BMW Group, said: “We wanted to wait for the fifth generation to be much more cost […]

Bentley offers biometric lockbox in Bentayga

Most cars have a lockable glovebox, and maybe some kind of security in the centre console. For most owners, that isn’t a problem. As you’ve probably gathered by now, the Bentley Bentayga isn’t most cars, and the brand’s average buyers aren’t most owners.  That’s why there’s a new biometric lockbox for the centre armrest, designed to […]

Cars we Own: 2017 Kia Stinger 330Si diary

The Kia Stinger makes our servers smoke every time we cover it. With a big engine up front, loads of space in the middle and power going to the rear, there was no shortage of hype. As soon as it arrived in Australia, we knew we wanted to buy one. Here it is, resplendent in […]

Configurator Challenge: Mercedes-AMG GT

Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but choice can be seriously confusing. In our new configurator challenge, we’re going to let the CarAdvice team loose on a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal spec of a certain model. For this edition of the Configurator Challenge, we’re designing the perfect Mercedes-AMG GT.  Let us know what you […]

The Bugatti Veyron experience, a decade on

It was just over 10 years ago this month that Anthony Crawford, Paul Maric and I (plus Karl Peskett, our then videographer and now occasional contributor) paid our own way to visit Bugatti’s factory in Molsheim, France, and spent two days with the Veyron. Then, the world’s fastest and most expensive car. A decade on, […]

Audi R8 V6 project dead – report

It seems the long-rumoured Audi R8 V6 is no longer happening, according to a new report out of the US. Speaking with Road and Track, an “Audi spokesperson” reportedly ruled out a new entry-level variant powered by the 2.9-litre V6 found in the RS4, RS5 and several Porsche models. “There is no V6 planned for R8,” the […]

2018 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic D240 SE review

I remember when I first spotted the Range Rover Velar on the street shortly after its release – it’s a car that looks even better in person than it does in pictures. Regardless of what you think of SUVs, this is one of the most beautiful cars on the road. So I was keen to […]

McLaren Senna: Local demand outstrips supply

McLaren has confirmed the Senna is on its way to Australia, and says demand was strong enough for it to be knocking back prospective buyers. Speaking to CarAdvice ahead of the 2018 Australia Grand Prix in Melbourne, George Biggs, McLaren managing director for Asia Pacific, said demand has been “very, very strong” locally, on the back of […]

2018 Renault Clio RS Cup v Suzuki Swift Sport comparison

You don’t need to spend a ton of cash to have fun on four wheels, nor do you need maximum power. Sometimes cars with lower performance ceilings, driven near their ragged edge, are the most fun of all. Cases in point, the two you see here. The just-launched Suzuki Swift Sport from Japan and the […]

2019 Toyota Corolla detailed, Australian launch due August

A raft of details and images for the upcoming 2019 Toyota Corolla have been handed down today, in advance of the new hatchback’s August launch for the Australian market. The new hatch was first unveiled at the Geneva motor show earlier this month, in the form of the European-market Auris – specifically in hybrid guise […]

Hyundai i30 SR long-term review, report two: infotainment

As you’ll soon learn, the Hyundai i30 SR has a well laid out, logical interior. That same user-friendliness extends to the infotainment system, which is shared with the wider i30 range. Central to the system is a freestanding 8.0-inch touchscreen mounted high on the dashboard. With its gloss-black surround and (almost) aftermarket look, it could have […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG G63 pricing and specs

Mercedes-AMG has announced local pricing for the new G63 will kick off at $247,000 before on-road costs when it touches down in August. Power comes from 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 making 430kW and 850Nm – up 10kW and 90Nm over the previous model respectively. It’s put to the road through a nine-speed automatic transmission, which works with on-the-fly switchable low-range to […]

2019 Ford Mondeo spied

The facelifted Ford Mondeo has been spied on an ice track in Sweden this week, giving us a first look at the mid-life refresh of the Blue Oval’s medium car. Earlier this week the Mondeo’s North American twin, the Fusion, was revealed in facelifted 2019 guise – and it appears the Euro-market equivalent is in line […]

Porsche: Mission E will ‘redefine’ high-performance electric cars

Porsche AG CEO, Oliver Blume, says the upcoming Mission E will “redefine” the world of performance electric vehicles. In an interview published through Porsche channels after the brand’s 2017 Sustainability Report was released, Blume highlighted the four-seat, dual-motor electric car’s green credentials, and talked up its performance. “Well over a year ago, we switched all […]

2019 Cadillac CT6 V-Sport debuts twin-turbo V8

The 2019 Cadillac CT6 V-Sport has been revealed this week ahead of the New York motor show, boasting an all-new twin-turbo V8 engine. Headlining the specifications list is headlined by an in-house 4.2-litre twin-turbo V8, generating 410kW of power and 850Nm of torque. While Cadillac doesn’t quote performance figures for the CT6 V-Sport, the twin-turbo V8 is matched to […]

Aston Martin Vantage: Dynamics and NVH explained

The all-new Aston Martin Vantage shares its lightweight aluminium platform with the DB11, but 70 per cent of components are unique to the car. Aston Martin chief engineer, Matt Becker, spent 26 years at Lotus Cars, where he was responsible for some of the finest handling cars on the planet before making the leap to Gaydon. He […]

BMW raided by German prosecutors

BMW facilities in Austria and Germany have been searched by prosecutors in search of defeat devices. According to a report in Automotive News, around 100 police and law enforcement officials raided the brand’s Munich HQ and its engine plant in Steyr, Austria. Prosecutors told the outlet “there is an early suspicion that BMW has used […]

Pagani Huayra arrives Down Under

Pagani has touched down in Melbourne, with the Huayra Roadster becoming the first road-registrable hypercar in Australia. Priced from a whopping $5.5 million before on-road costs, the news that “just a few” of the 100 Huayra Roadster production slots would be reserved for local buyers was revealed at the opening of a new Pagani showroom on Swan […]

2019 Ford Fusion revealed

The facelifted 2019 Ford Fusion has been revealed for the North American market, bringing a host of new technologies, refreshed styling, and upgraded powertrain options. In a global debut for the Blue Oval, the new Fusion comes equipped as standard with Ford Co-Pilot360, which includes a suite of active safety systems like autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian […]

Formula 1 cars need to really roar – Ricciardo

Australian Formula 1 star, Daniel Ricciardo, says he at least partially misses the days when F1 cars were incredibly loud and visceral, compared to today’s hyper-complex electrified beasts. He even spoke favourably about having some kind of mandatory minimum noise for F1 cars. Talking with a small group of journalists ahead of this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix, […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG C43 Coupe and Cabriolet revealed

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its facelifted ‘warm’ C43 Coupe and Convertible with more technology, mildly tweaked looks and more power. The two-door semi-skim AMG models have been given the same exterior updates as the regular C-Class range, which means minor changes to the front and rear bumpers, a revised grille and more aerodynamic wheels. An optional AMG […]

Toyota unveils flex-fuel hybrid Prius

Toyota has turned to flex-fuel technology in an attempt to make hybrids like the Prius more popular in Brazil. The Hybrid FFV Prius was unveiled in Sao Paulo, Brazil, earlier this week at an event attended by local government, universities and members of the sugarcane industry. According to the company, the FFV has the potential […]

2019 BMW X3 M spied

The BMW X3 M has been spied again, this time during cold weather testing – previewing Munich’s rival to the Mercedes-AMG GLC63. How do we know it’s an X3 M? There are a few cues, most notable being the BMW M shifter and M1/M2 buttons protruding from the steering wheel. Both those elements were debuted […]

2018 Nissan Qashqai N-Tec review

The UK-built Nissan Qashqai has been a top-seller for the Japanese brand for some time now, and the recent MY18 refresh aims to add to the stylish crossover’s appeal. We’ve already had a steer of the entry-level ST variant (you can read that review here), so this time around we’re getting behind the wheel of the […]

2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe and Cabriolet revealed

The facelifted 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe and Cabriolet range have been revealed this week, ahead of an Australian introduction in August. Headlining the mid-life upgrade is a revised design, the availability of a digital instrument cluster, and new mild-hybrid ‘EQ Boost‘ technology for select powertrains – basically, everything from the new sedan and wagon. Other updates include […]

Jeep reveals seven Easter Safari concepts

Easter is almost here. Along with eggs, hot-cross buns and family, that means it’s time for a glut of concepts from Jeep at its annual Easter Safari in Moab. Along with the usual array of tweaked Wranglers, the Safari will play host to a hotted-up Renegade and reimagined Wagoneer. Check them out, and let us […]

2019 Volkswagen Touareg teased

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBg-mh43j1M The next-generation Volkswagen Touareg has been teased again this week, ahead of a full reveal at the Beijing motor show on March 23. In addition to a quick video clip showing a camouflaged version of the new SUV travelling through Russia and Kazakhstan on its way to the Chinese capital, we’ve nabbed some new images […]

2018 BMW M140i v Volkswagen Golf R comparison

If you’ve got $60,000 to spend on a hot hatch, you really need to have these two at the very top of your list. They are the 2018 BMW M140i and the 2018 Volkswagen Golf R. BMW recently dropped the price of the M140i to $59,990 (plus on-road costs), meaning that it’s now within earshot […]

Volkswagen Atlas: Five-seat SUV coming to New York

Volkswagen will add a sportier five-seat variant to the Atlas line-up, designed and built for American tastes. Set to be built in Chattanooga, Tennessee alongside the seven-seat Atlas and (US-specific) Passat, the new model will be the third Volkswagen assembled in the USA. The five-seat Atlas will be based on Volkswagen’s MQB platform, and represents […]

Ram 2500 and 3500 recalled over fire risk

American Special Vehicles has recalled 2014-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks with the 6.7-litre diesel engine, over concerns a faulty water pump could cause an engine fire. According to the importer and right-hand drive converter, the water pump could fail which, in turn, might cause an engine compartment fire. There are 529 vehicles included in […]

2018 BMW 220i Luxury Line review

Since a coupe can’t ever really be a practical purchase, two-door cars ought to be blatantly hedonistic. In the case of the BMW 220i Coupe, there’s no overwhelming sporty edge, but the heaped-on Luxury Line approach ensures the right amount of indulgence. Few brands have embraced niche products quite like BMW. The German brand is […]

Today, more more pedestrians were killed by humans than autonomous cars

Bridget Driscoll isn’t exactly a household name. But thanks to being in the wrong place at the wrong time on 17 August, 1896, Ms Driscoll entered the annals of automotive history by becoming the first pedestrian killed by a car, according to Guinness World Records. Ms Driscoll was walking in the grounds of Crystal Palace […]

Uber suspends driverless trial again after fatal collision

A woman has been killed in Arizona overnight, after being struck by a self-driving Uber prototype operating in autonomous mode.  According to police in Tempe, Arizona, 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg was crossing the street at around 10PM local time when she was struck by a Volvo XC90 autonomous test vehicle. She later died in hospital. Uber says […]

Hyundai i30 N: Dual-clutch auto confirmed for ‘late-2019’

Hyundai has confirmed the i30 N hot hatch will gain a dual-clutch transmission option in late-2019, potentially accompanied by the entry-level variant not currently offered in Australia. According to Andrew Tuitahi, senior product manager for Hyundai Australia, described the decision to launch with only the Performance-spec i30 N as a “statement of intent”, but said the […]

2019 Kia K900 leaked

The new-generation Kia K900 has been revealed in a leaked Korean brochure this week, accompanied by preliminary specifications for the Korean flagship. In terms of design, the K900 stays true to the teaser sketches released over the past few weeks, representing a pretty substantial overhaul from the ageing exterior of the outgoing version. A choice of […]

Hyundai announces track warranty for i30 N

Hyundai Australia has confirmed it will include cover for track use as part of the five-year warranty program on its i30 N hot hatch. The first product to launch under the Korean manufacturer’s new N performance sub-brand arrives in Australia from $39,990 before on-road costs, in high-output 202kW/353Nm ‘Performance’ specification. Unlike its rivals, the i30 […]

Volkswagen I.D. R unveiled ahead of Pikes Peak

Volkswagen has revealed renders of the all-electric racer it will use to tackle Pikes Peak this year, dubbed the I.D. R. The four-wheel-drive racer was teased as a successor to the twin-engine Golf, run as a one-off in the 1987 Pikes Peak hillclimb. Although it was undeniably cool, the 486kW racer failed to reach the […]

Volvo Car Australia announces Nick Connor as Managing Director

Volvo Car Australia has at last installed a new managing director, this week appointing company veteran and inaugural Polestar boss Nick Connor to the role. Connor replaces Kevin McCann, who resigned from the company in November, and McCann’s temporary replacement as acting managing director, Stephen Connor (no relation). McCann oversaw the introduction of Volvo’s more […]

Lincoln Aviator badge making a comeback

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6kpnafHc8o Lincoln has teased the return of its Aviator badge, previously applied to a reworked take on the Ford Explorer. The new car, likely to be another SUV, will be unveiled at the New York motor show, and joins the Navigator and Continental in the revived luxury brand’s lineup. Once the proprietor of Fords with […]

Volkswagen recalls 2011/12 Golf, Passat and CC

Volkswagen has recalled the 2011/12 Passat, Golf and CC over concerns about an overheating starter motor relay. According to the company, a bent or broken spring could obstruct the clearance of the spindle in the starter motor relay. This could cause a blockage, creating a constant current supply to the starter motor relay and, in […]

2018 Holden Commodore RS Sportwagon 2.0 petrol review

Holden wagons had been ferrying Australian families around long before the term ‘SUV’ emerged in the late 1980s. The traditional, lower-riding body style may be a niche choice on the road these days, but that hasn’t stopped the variant being part of the all-new Holden Commodore range imported from Europe. In a Commodore line-up comprising three […]

Around the Tracks: Goodwood, Designers and Up GTI

When we’re not creating it ourselves, the CarAdvice team spends a lot of time finding and consuming motoring content from all over the world. Here’s a handful of the articles, videos and social media posts that most caught our eye last week. Some of them are brand-new, others have been online for a while. Enjoy them – […]

2018 Volkswagen Polo GTI pricing and specs

Volkswagen has announced pricing and specs for the 2018 Polo GTI, with the dual-clutch hot-hatch to start from $30,990 before on-road costs when it arrives in August. Power in the hot Polo comes from a turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine, putting 147kW and 320Nm to the front wheels through a tricky electric front differential. Not only […]

Poll Report: Jaguar I-Pace, BMW M8 Gran Coupe in a Geneva special

The Jaguar I-Pace is preferable to the Tesla Model X, BMW is onto a winner with the M8 Gran Coupe and the challenging looks of the McLaren Senna haven’t held it back – at least, that’s what our latest poll results say. A set of Geneva motor show polls put some of the hottest debuts […]

HelloCars goes it alone to shake up online used-car shopping and selling

A new online used-car dealership, dubbed HelloCars, joins a growing collection of businesses looking to revolutionise the sometimes frightening world of used-car shopping. HelloCars enters a segment occupied most notably by SellMyCar and Carzoos – owned, respectively, by the massive new-and-used dealership groups Cox Automotive and AP Eagers. The service offered by these three outfits […]

Jeep teases concepts for 2018 Easter Safari

Jeep has teased two of the concepts it plans to show at its annual Easter Safari in Moab, offering a sneak preview at the first pair of worked-over takes on its seventh-generation Wrangler. The concepts are a tie-up with in-house accessories supplier Mopar, and follow in the footsteps of some impressive (and insane) one-offs from […]

Ultra-rare Lamborghini LM002 sells for $390,000

The Lamborghini LM002 was the most outrageous, fastest, and meanest four-wheel drive on the planet between 1986 and 1992. The latest to sell, courtesy of RM Sotheby’s, has a price on-par with what you’d pay for a current Urus. Using history as a guide, we were expecting the car to sell for around US$500,000 ($650,000). […]

2018 Mercedes-Maybach Pullman unveiled

Mercedes-Maybach has unveiled its latest ultra long-wheelbase limousine, fit for celebrities, heads-of state and despot dictators alike. The facelifted S-Class Pullman follows in the footsteps of its lesser stablemates with small upgrades, both inside and out, designed to deliver an even more luxurious experience. Like the rest of the S-Class Maybach lineup, the Pullman has […]

2018 Mitsubishi Triton Blackline revealed

Mitsubishi has unveiled the Blackline, a limited-edition version of its ever-popular Triton GLS dual-cab ute. The nameplate, which has also been used on Toyota and Nissan specials in the last few years, brings a black grille, black door mirrors, black door handles, dark sports bars and special graphics to the existing Triton GLS package. There are […]

2019 Opel Mokka X spied

The new-generation Opel Mokka X has been spied on the snowy roads of Sweden this week, giving us a first look at the company’s overhauled CX-3 rival. Having previously shared its underpinnings with the Chevrolet/Holden Trax, the next-generation of Opel’s popular baby crossover will almost certainly going ride on a platform provided by PSA Peugeot Citroen. It’s […]

2018 Peugeot 5008 GT review

With a simplified three-model range, the 5008 is the latest string in Peugeot’s SUV bow – the question is whether the range-topping 2018 Peugeot 5008 GT is the one to have. We spent a week with the GT in the CarAdvice garage to find out. The medium SUV segment is – to use a well-worn […]

The week’s top news stories: March 18

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks. To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check […]

CarAdvice podcast: 2018 Geneva motor show special

Mandy Turner, Mike Stevens and Scott Collie are broadcasting from Subaru Docklands this week. There was so much news from the Geneva motor show, we needed to do a special podcast to fit it all in. Ed’s note, 18/03/2018: The week of Geneva was so hectic, it was easy to miss bits-and-pieces from the news. Here’s our […]

2019 Ford Focus sedan spied

The next-generation Ford Focus sedan has been spied wearing a very thin disguise this week, giving us a closer look at what’s to come from the upcoming small sedan. Like the hatchback (spied undisguised recently) and wagon prototypes before it, the sedan gets a completely redesigned face, headlined by a new six-point grille, and headlights that […]

2018 Subaru BRZ tS review

There’s a go-fast Subaru BRZ tS, finished in white with discrete red accents, with red Brembo calipers nestled inside 18-inch black alloys. The back sprouts a high-mounted, adjustable (and rather large) carbon-fibre wing, while black spoilers around the front splitter, flanks and rear of the car further emphasise its sportiness. There’s some trickery under the […]

Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen: A love story

Sometimes it’s hard to write an entirely objective review of an object whose primary appeal is emotional. Certainly, you can argue the Mercedes-Benz G-Class – or G-Wagen, which stands for Geländewagen – is a purpose-built, Zombie-apocalypse proof, no-nonsense military-style vehicle designed to conquer every surface the Earth has to offer. But the reality is, most […]

Configurator Challenge: Jaguar E-Pace

Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but choice can be seriously confusing. In our new configurator challenge, we’re going to let the CarAdvice team loose on a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal spec of a certain model. For this edition of the Configurator Challenge, we’re designing the perfect Jaguar E-Pace. Let us know what you […]

Honda makes its ‘Mean Mower’ a bit meaner

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbDyEwqf8-U Honda is on a performance charge with cars like the NSX and Civic Type R at the moment, but road cars and motorbikes aren’t the only high-powered vehicles in its line-up. Meet the Mean Mower 2, successor to the first Mean Mower. Capable of over 134mph (216km/h), the Mean Mower 2 is powered by […]

Mercedes-Benz confirms new 7-seat compact model

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class family – which includes the B-Class, CLA and GLA lines – will get a three-row option very soon, a company official has confirmed. Speaking with industry journal Automotive News Europe, Mercedes-Benz’s global sales boss, Britta Seeger, hinted a seven-seat model is in the works for markets like China, though it’s unclear what form it […]

Mercedes-Maybach GLS coming in 2019 – report

The third-generation Mercedes-Benz GLS will get a super-luxurious Maybach variant to take on the likes of the Bentley Bentayga, according to a new report out of the UK. Autocar cites anonymous insiders who have confirmed such a vehicle is under development, with a preview to be shown in concept form at the Beijing motor show in April, […]

Renault mystery SUV spied in Kadjar clothing

An unknown prototype disguised as a Renault Kadjar has been spied during cold-weather testing in Europe this week, raising questions as to what the French brand has in the works. While the body is from the Kadjar – which shares its underpinnings with the Nissan Qashqai – this particular vehicle seems to have a bespoke setup beneath […]

2018 Hyundai Ioniq Premium hybrid review

The Toyota Prius has long been a kind of byword for environmentally friendly motoring in Australia, especially in the absence of any volume selling full-electric vehicles (EV). But Hyundai Australia has decided to join what remains a super low-volume field here with the Ioniq, a hatchback created specifically to house electrified drivetrains. The plug-in hybrid […]

CarAdvice podcast 94: On location at our ute megatest!

We’re on location this week from the Melbourne 4×4 Training and Proving Ground for our ute mega test with Mandy Turner, CEO Andrew Beecher, Mike Costello, Curt Dupriez and Kez Casey. In car news, the Volkswagen Golf GTE has been ruled out for Australia, the Subaru Forester has been teased, and Lexus says autonomous cars […]

How does a turbocharger work?

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mE7fLDenVs We all know that turbos make cars go faster, but how exactly is this achieved? Think of your car’s engine a bit like a pump. On the intake stroke the engine draws air in. This air is mixed with fuel and compressed as the piston rises, a spark ignites the mixture and forces the piston […]

How a blow-off valve works: we take a look inside one

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj4CYPZaINk We’ve all heard the distinctive sound of a blow-off valve, but what exactly does it do, how does it work, and how do you know which type to buy for your car? In this video we explore the basic principles of the induction system on a turbocharged or supercharged vehicle, how a Blow-Off-Valve works, […]

This guy dumped expanding foam all over an old Mercedes and made something… Different

What do you do when you have an old CLK Mercedes, a huge batch of unused expanding foam, and a LOT of spare time? Well.. This Lithuanian man may have found the perfect answer! At first glance you could be forgiven for thinking that was Vigo from Ghostbusters, but it turns out he is quite […]

The world’s craziest Rolls-Royce

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnQCMWkKgow It’s not everyday you see a modified Rolls Royce, but when you do… On the front of the Rolls-Royce there has been an intercooler mounted out in front of it. If that doesn’t give you a hint as to what’s coming, just look a little further back, where the long, expansive hood has been […]

2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 teased

The upcoming Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 has been teased in a single frontal image ahead of its North American launch sometime next year. Following the initial preview at the Detroit motor show in January, we now get a look at the new GT500’s face, which sports a unique grille and front bumper treatment compared to other […]

Ford details 2020 product onslaught: Bronco and more

Ford has detailed its upcoming product rollout – for the United States, at least – which will focus on the SUV and pickup segments. The Blue Oval says will replace “more than 75 per cent” of its current portfolio by 2020, while also adding four new trucks and SUVs. Additionally, the company will commence the […]

New Cars: 2018 New Car Calendar – The March Update

Last year was a huge one for new-model launches in Australia, bringing us cars like the all-new Giulia, the Volvo XC60, Hyundai i30, the Stinger and the… well, the list goes on, and you can find it here. What can we expect in 2018? Catch our list below of newly launched models and everything that’s […]

Waymo takes ‘Early Riders’ for a spin – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqRMTWqhwzM Google’s Waymo autonomous driving subsidiary has shown off its new self-driving vehicles by taking members of the public out for a spin. Dubbed ‘Early Rider Moments’, the short clip shows the reactions of people participating in Waymo’s autonomous driving trials. The Chrysler Pacifica test vehicles are completely controlled by the company’s array of sensors, radars, […]

Lamborghini: Urus will double global sales by Q4 2019

The Lamborghini Urus is a straight-up game changer. Not only is it the first-ever super sport utility vehicle, it also enters the market as the fastest SUV with an internal-combustion engine. Under its arrow-head-edged bonnet lies a mighty 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 (each of the turbos are also twin-scroll units) making 485kW of power and 850Nm of […]

Ford recalls 1.3m vehicles for loose steering wheels in North America

Ford has issued a recall for around 1.3 million vehicles in North America over concerns loose bolts could see the steering wheel come away from the column. According to the Blue Oval, the steering wheel bolt may “not maintain torque”, and if left untreated, the steering wheel could potentially detach when in use – leading to […]

Range Rover Velar SVR spied

The anticipated (but not yet confirmed) Range Rover Velar SVR has been spied again, doing rounds at the famed Nurburgring circuit in Germany. While this prototype looks very similar to the vehicle spotted almost a year ago, the time between sightings hints that the British marque is going ahead with a performance version of its style-focused […]

2018 Citroen C3 review

One thing Citroen cannot be accused of is being bland. Its history is liberally sprinkled with innovative cars, cars that challenged the norms of automotive design in their day. The Citroen DS, of course, stands tall in a field that also includes the 2CV, the gorgeous SM and the slightly less beautiful but nevertheless interesting […]

2019 Kia K900 interior sketched

The interior of the next-generation 2019 Kia K900 has been previewed with a designer sketch ahead of an anticipated reveal at the New York motor show later this month. Following a pair of exterior previews over the last 30 days, Kia has finally offered a glimpse at what’s to come from the interior of its next-generation […]

Lamborghini Urus: It’s important to be the fastest and the first

More than five-and-a-half years has passed since Italy’s most outrageous supercar manufacturer, Lamborghini, presented its striking SUV concept, the Urus (pronounced Ooo-rus). The production version (still called Urus) had its Australian reveal this week, and true to form, it looks almost as good as the original concept. Frankly, we’d be worried if it didn’t. It’s unashamedly […]

McLaren: Our cars will keep getting faster

McLaren says its vehicles will continue getting faster as technology develops, hinting at potential avenues the company could go down in the pursuit of speed. Speaking with Carscoops at the Geneva motor show, Jens Ludmann, chief operating officer for McLaren Automotive, said one only has to look at past developments to determine that vehicles will continue […]

Brabham confirms BT62 name, engine note

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHMhhD1Z1Kk Brabham Automotive has taken another baby step towards its return, with a brief engine-note teaser video and the reveal of its upcoming model dubbed ‘BT62′. David Brabham, son of motorsport legend Sir Jack Brabham, is responsible for the nameplate’s return after more than 25 years in the wilderness. “Today’s launch heralds the start of […]

2018 Holden Equinox range review

Holden has had to battle without a compelling mid-size SUV to rival the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson and Toyota RAV4 for far too long. But finally the brand has something to throw into the fray: the Holden Equinox, sold as a Chevy in North America but retuned by Holden’s engineers to better suit our roads. […]

2018 MG ZS Essence review

The road from Oxford to Shanghai is long and littered with the fallout of a once-beloved British carmaker. For so long, MG Car Company, as British as pork pies, forged a niche turning out charming and affordable sports cars. Quaint, quirky, quintessentially British. But the 9257km gulf separating Oxford from Shanghai is nowhere as long […]

Toyota Corolla, Rukus recalled over Takata airbag replacement foul-up

Toyota Australia has issued a follow-up recall for “approximately 48,000” Corolla and Rukus models built between 2007 and 2012 over concerns replacement airbags fitted as part of the Takata campaign may have been installed incorrectly. According to the Japanese automotive giant, previous-generation Corolla and Rukus vehicles affected by the Takata passenger airbag recall may have had their replacement […]

Renault Megane RS280: Cup Chassis joins the options list

Renault Australia has reversed course, adding a Cup Chassis option to the lower-spec Megane RS280. The company initially planned to reserve the Cup Chassis for top-spec ‘Trophy’ models but, according to Andrew Moore, managing director of Renault Australia, public response to that decision inspired a swift backflip. “Following the international launch of the all-new Megane […]

BMW M5 Competition on the way – report

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=LEmGlUp8zHQ It looks like a more hardcore BMW M5 Competition is on the way, with the M Division’s president reportedly confirming the new model’s development earlier this week. In a new report by Carscoops, BMW M boss, Frank van Meel, said the M5 MotoGP safety car actually previews what’s to come from the more focused version […]

2019 Toyota RAV4 previewed, due in Australia next year

The Japanese giant is on a new-model kick this month, with confirmation the 2019 Toyota RAV4 will be unveiled at the New York motor show. The news follows the recent debut in Geneva of the new-generation Corolla hatch, along with confirmation and a first look at the reborn Supra. As one of the younger badges […]

Hennessey-tuned Camaro exorcises the Dodge Demon – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOOg_dYZT9w Hennessey Performance has picked up the gauntlet laid down by the Dodge Demon, outrunning the factory-fresh Fiat Chrysler dragster in a Camaro called ‘The Exorcist’. Based on a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, The Exorcist has been boosted to 756kW and 1197Nm. The results are predictably impressive. The hotted-up Chevy ran a 2.1-second 0-60mph (0-97km/h) sprint, pulled […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG S63 review

For most people, and for so long, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been the last word in premium automotive luxury. Unless, of course, it happens to be an AMG S63 with a virtual volcano lurking under the bonnet. Then it becomes a whole lot more than just a grandiose limo. But here’s the thing – along […]

2017 Jeep Wrangler recalled

    Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has recalled the 2017 Jeep Wrangler over concerns about the vehicle’s brake switches. According to the company, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp will illuminate on cars with the faulty brake switches, accompanied by an audible chime. The car’s brake lights will also be illuminated when the problem occurs. Jeep says affected vehicles […]

Mazda 3 digital driver display revealed in spy photos

Photos posted to a Chinese forum have revealed what appears to be a large digital driver-information display behind the steering wheel. The screen, replacing the conventional instrument cluster, is shown in two modes: one with separate rev and speed meters, and one with a large combined meter that likely represents a ‘sport mode’ function. Little […]

HelloCars: Used car sales startup handles $12 million of transactions

A new online used-car dealership, dubbed HelloCars, has seen more than $12 million of transactions in its first year on the market. The Australian-based company says it’s proof people are looking for ways to avoid “dodgy” salespeople, instead leaning towards the “ease and convenience” of online transactions. “The majority of consumers are already heading online […]

2018 Volkswagen Polo review

The brand new Volkswagen Polo, available to order as we speak, is said to improve over its already highly-credentialed predecessor in every feasible way. More tech and engine power, greater fuel efficiency and refinement, and interior space to match significantly bigger cars. That’s the Volkswagen spiel, anyhow. This Euro-centric (though made in South Africa) light […]

Audi Vision GT teased

Audi has teased an upcoming racing concept, complete with an aggressive aerodynamics package and pure-electric power. The Vision GT will be joining the Gran Turismo Sport video game roster on April 9, following on from similar virtual concepts from the likes of Subaru, Citroen and Bugatti. Graphics on the aero-style wheels reveal the car will draw […]

2019 Volkswagen Touareg teased again – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWdXBkZl4EA The next-generation Volkswagen Touareg has been teased again this week, in a new set of images and a video showcasing the nameplate’s 15-year history. Set to be revealed on March 23 in Beijing, China, the new Touareg will be the first major overhaul of the German SUV in nearly a decade. Not much has been disclosed […]

McLaren Senna designer: ‘I love the controversy it has caused’

McLaren’s head of design says he cherishes the controversy surrounding the Senna’s styling, defending the function-over-form ethos driving the company’s design. Speaking to CarAdvice at the Geneva motor show this week, Rob Melville, chief designer for McLaren, defended the Senna’s aggressive styling, arguing it’s a no-compromise car in search of ‘ultimate road-legal track car’ status. […]

Lamborghini to stick with naturally-aspirated engines, prefers hybrid to turbo

Lamborghini would rather go down the path of hybrid powertrains to maintain the emotional appeal of its engine noise, rather than following everyone else with their turbocharged V8s. Speaking to the CarAdvice at the Geneva motor show this week, Lamborghini chief technical officer, Maurizio Reggiani, admitted the company was forced to go turbo in the Urus, […]

Lexus to provide ‘own emotion’

Lexus says its biggest challenge remains a lack of heritage compared to the ‘big three’ German luxury manufacturers, but it continues to focus on delivering a luxury brand and the associated experiences. Stop us if that sounds familiar. Mercedes-Benz and BMW already do that, selling a lifestyle instead of a car, but Lexus believes its […]

Configurator Challenge: Porsche 911

Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but choice can be seriously confusing. In our new configurator challenge, we’re going to let the CarAdvice team loose on a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal spec of a certain model. For this edition of the Configurator Challenge, we’re building motorsport Porsche 911s. Start your engines, folks. Let us […]

2019 Kia Stinger GT Atlantica revealed

The 2019 Kia Stinger GT Atlantica has been revealed for the US market, sporting numerous unique appointments to commemorate the trans-Atlantic collaboration between the company’s American and European divisions on the vehicle’s development. Limited to 500 units, the Stinger GT Atlantica debuts several features for the US market including unique Deep Chroma Blue metallic paint, 19-inch […]

Goodyear reveals prototype EV tyres

Goodyear has used the Geneva motor show to unveil a prototype tyre developed specifically for use with electric vehicles. The EfficientGrip Performance is designed to cater for an ever-growing range of battery-powered vehicles. According to Goodyear, tyres on electric cars can wear up to 30 per cent faster than rubber on internal-combustion vehicles. Why? Instant […]

2018 Suzuki Swift Sport review

Suzuki is a company supremely adept at producing machines that are small, light and fun – rolling on two wheels or four. And so it’s with reassurance that we can report the new Suzuki Swift Sport hot hatch delivers on these brand tenets, and then some. This new Sport has lobbed at $25,490 before on-road costs. […]

2013-2016 Citroen C4 Picasso recalled

Citroen Australia has recalled the seven-seat C4 Picasso, over concerns the engine cooling strategy and maximum temperature alert could make the engine overheat. According to the company, the fault could cause the engine to overheat and seize. Should the condition occur, the car could stop suddenly, increasing the risk of an accident. Recalled units were […]

2018 Volkswagen Polo GTI won’t have a manual gearbox in Australia

In news for traditional hot hatch enthusiasts, Volkswagen Australia will not offer a manual gearbox on the brand new Polo GTI, due in August — though it will become available overseas, should the company’s local arm change its mind. Citing a lack of market demand for three-pedal cars in our market, the company will instead […]

Dieselgate: Australian test reveals increased fuel consumption

Tests carried out on a single Volkswagen vehicle has revealed an increase in fuel use since it was given a software update in 2017 for the so-called ‘Dieselgate‘ emissions scandal. In a report produced for the Australian Automobile Association (AAA), research firm ABMARC claims that its own tests, carried out in Victoria with a sixth-generation […]

Lamborghini: Electric power not suitable

Its rivals might be going down a fully-electric patch – think Porsche and the Mission E – but Lamborghini thinks battery-powered technology doesn’t currently gel with its brand characteristics. Speaking to media at the Geneva motor show this week, chief technical officer for Lamborghini, Maurizio Reggiani, confirmed the brand looked at Porsche‘s electric platform and ruled […]

Lexus: Autonomous vehicles ‘very dangerous’ in cities

Current autonomous technology isn’t yet mature, and letting self-driving cars loose with 2018’s systems is dangerous – at least, it is according to Lexus. Lexus international president, Mr Yoshihiro Sawa, told media the company doesn’t believe it’s being conservative with its rollout of autonomous driving features. Instead, it wants to perfect the technology before pushing […]

2018 Infiniti QX80 pricing and specs

The updated 2018 Infiniti QX80 has arrived in Australia, priced from $110,900 before on-road costs. Key changes for the extensively revised SUV include the refreshed exterior, which includes new headlights, bumpers, grille, bonnet, wheels, and tail-lights. Infiniti says the bonnet is 20mm higher than before and 90mm longer – lending a more muscular stance. The facelifted QX80 sports […]

10 Geneva concepts we wish made production

Now the biggest, boldest concepts from the 2018 Geneva motor show have been revealed, and space has been made in dream garages for Supras, Lagondas, and M8 Gran Coupes, we cast a nostalgic eye back on some of the most memorable concepts from the last 20 years. These are the cars we believe should have […]

Around the Tracks: Tesla on the track, Ferrari talking design

When we’re not creating it ourselves, the CarAdvice team spends a lot of time finding and consuming motoring content from all over the world. Here’s a handful of the articles, videos and social media posts that most caught our eye last week. Some of them are brand-new, others have been online for a while. Enjoy them – […]

Honda Jazz X-Cross revealed

Honda’s European division has revealed the Jazz X-Cross, a more rugged-looking version of its popular light hatch for those who may not want to go full-SUV. Basically, the X-Cross is a cosmetic package, adding elements like wheel arch cladding, front and rear skid plates and side protection strips. Inside is standard Jazz, with the only difference […]

RUF SCR revealed in Geneva

Almost exactly one year after revealing the reborn CTR in Geneva, RUF has whipped the covers off its big-money, lightweight take on the Porsche 911. Meet the SCR, a nod to another of its famous tuned Porsches from the 1970s. The original was released in 1978, with power from a 3.2-litre flat-six making 162kW. It […]

Ford Ranger, Econovan, Courier added to Takata recall

Ford has recalled the 2004-06 Courier, 2004-05 Econovan and 2006-11 Ranger as part of the ongoing Takata airbag campaign. According to the Ford, all the vehicles involved in the recall are fitted with the less dangerous ‘Beta’ inflators. If affected vehicles are involved in an accident and the airbag is activated, the driver and passenger […]

2018 BMW Alpina B7 review

Don’t even look at the price tag. The BMW Alpina B7 BiTurbo isn’t a car bought by somebody after bang for their buck or free floor mats. It’s a luxury grand tourer that is built to assault Autobahns and turn fuel into smiles. With a price tag of $369,720 plus on-road costs, the Alpina B7 […]

The week’s top news stories: March 11

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks. To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check […]

Aston Martin to develop electric motors in-house

Aston Martin’s future holds a number of new electric vehicles – and they’ll be built in-house. Speaking to media at the Geneva motor show, Aston Martin CEO, Andy Palmer, said the transition from internal combustion to electric power will force the brand to protect intellectual property, and that will begin with in-house electric motors. “I […]

Toyota 86: Turbocharging would require new platform

Turbocharging the Toyota 86 would require a great deal of work, making it incredibly unlikely to happen in the current generation. Speaking to CarAdvice in Geneva, Tetsuya Tada, chief engineer for the 86 and Supra, explained why the current 86 won’t see a forced-induction powertrain. “When we launched 86, I got literally millions of questions from […]

2019 BMW M8 spied

The BMW M8 has been spied again this week, getting a quick refuel in snowy Sweden. It appears BMW’s upcoming M Division flagship is edging closer to production specification, flaunting different bumpers and massive quad-tailpipes compared to previous prototypes. Behind the large alloy wheels we can see huge brake discs complimented by gold-painted calipers, while the […]

2018 Mercedes-Benz X350d review: X-Class V6 ride-along

Our earlier first drive of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class dual-cab ute was restricted to the twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel X250d model, though we were given a ride in the V6 oil-burner that is not yet production-ready. It’s the more fascinating of the X-Class’s engine options for a couple of reasons. Firstly, whereas the ute’s four-cylinder diesels are […]

2018 Geneva motor show: Hits and misses

What a week. This might be the biggest Geneva motor show the world has seen in some time. That’s not to say last year wasn’t impressive, with the McLaren 720S, the Aston Martin Valkyrie, the new Audi RS5 and the reborn Alpine A110 standing out as obvious heroes. This year’s show, however, has given us […]

Mercedes-AMG: No standalone SUV coming

The Mercedes-AMG performance sub-brand has no plans to develop its own mega-power crossover, arguing such a car would cannibalise existing Mercedes-Benz products. The ever-growing performance division this week launched the new GT 4-Door super-limo, expanding its line-up into the ‘family’ space for the first time. The obvious question is, what’s next? Company boss, Tobias Moers, […]

McLaren 720S Atlantic Blue by MSO revealed

McLaren Special Operations (MSO), bespoke division of McLaren Automotive, has revealed its latest creation – the 720S Atlantic Blue. The 720S Atlantic Blue by MSO celebrates a year since the second-generation of McLaren’s Super Series made its world premiere at the 2017 Geneva motor show, featuring several unique appointments for a powerful yet luxurious look and […]

Touring the Hunter Valley in the Bentley Bentayga Diesel

The Hunter Valley is mere hours away from Sydney and home to over 150 wine cellar doors offering everything from Sémillon to local Hunter Shiraz and everything in between. It is a popular location, easy to get to from Sydney, which only adds to its appeal. And there’s the never-ending cavalcade of cars in all […]

Jaguar: Self-driving technology “not far away”

With electric vehicles a strong focus at Jaguar, the company has been hiring engineers to work on the software driving modern cars. Jaguar is accepting more than 1000 graduate engineers each year, with the vast majority dedicated to software engineering. This push is directly associated with autonomy, and the upcoming demand for cars capable of […]

2007-2010 Holden Captiva diesel recalled

Holden has recalled the 2007-2010 Captiva, over concerns vehicles fitted with the 2.0-litre diesel could catch fire. According to the company, a fracture on the fuel-feed connector hose could make the hose disconnect, causing a fuel leak. If there is a leak, Holden says there’s a risk of stalling or an engine bay fire. A total […]

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed AWD review

For those of us who’ve coveted a Lancer Evo and worshipped at the shrine of Tommi Mäkinen, Mitsubishi Motors hasn’t had much to offer for a while. For years this eminently sensible company has been focused on profitable pick-ups and big-selling SUVs, which makes total economic sense, while throwing its engineers a bone by leading […]

CarAdvice podcast: 2018 Geneva motor show special

Mandy Turner, Mike Stevens and Scott Collie are broadcasting from Subaru Docklands this week. There was so much news from the Geneva motor show, we needed to do a special podcast to fit it all in. The Toyota Supra has finally been revealed in racing from, and there’s a new, sexy Corolla. Porsche has extended its range of […]

CarAdvice podcast 93: LIVE from Subaru Docklands!

This week Mandy Turner, Mike Stevens, and Scott Collie are broadcasting from Subaru Docklands. In car news, the order books for the Honda Urban EV will be open in ‘early 2019’, pricing and specs for the Skoda Kodiaq Sportline and Alfa Romeo Stelvio have been released, and the Ford Mustang Bullitt is coming to Australia. Plus, Toyota […]

2018 Holden Colorado LSX prcing and specs

A new limited-edition Holden Colorado LSX has been added to the local ute line-up, adding an array of black-pack-style enhancements from $44,990 drive-away. On sale from March 12, the LSX is available in both Crew Cab and Crew Cab Chassis variants, each body style limited to 800 and 200 units respectively. Extra features across both variants includes 18-inch […]

BMW i4 confirmed for production

BMW‘s boss has used the Geneva motor show to confirm the all-electric i4 will become part of the company’s portfolio by 2025. Harald Krüger, chairman of the board of management for BMW AG, made the announcement at the Geneva event, adding the new offering will be one of many upcoming electrified models. “By 2025, our global […]

Mercedes-AMG working on 300KW hot hatch

Turns out Mercedes-AMG can eke even more power out of a 2.0-litre four-banger, after all. The successor to the manic A45 hot hatch will have a brand new unit making 300kW. We were part of a group of Australian motoring writers to chat with Mercedes-AMG chief Tobias Moers at the Geneva motor show this week, […]

Next-gen Jaguar XJ: Bigger and sportier, not an ‘S-Class’

At almost 10 years old, the current-generation XJ represented a design step-change for Jaguar. Now Ian Callum, head of design for the Big Cat, says the followup will be bigger and sportier than before. With the most recent iteration launched in 2009, the XJ has always been Jaguar’s flagship. That’s not going to change any time […]

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door PHEV coming

The flagship Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door super-limo may have a 470kW/900Nm V8 punch, and reach 100km/h in only 3.2 seconds, but a plug-in hybrid model due in 2020 will make it look slow. Daimler AG boss, Dieter Zetsche, dropped the news an EQ Power+ badged plug-in hybrid version of AMG’s new hero was coming. We […]

Volkswagen Golf GTE ruled out for Australia

Volkswagen Australia has abandoned plans to introduce the Golf GTE plug-in hybrid due to global demand, the company has confirmed this week. Speaking with CarAdvice, local Volkswagen communications boss, Paul Pottinger, said the electrified hatch is in such short supply, it’s been pulled from sale in overseas markets. “Such are the waiting lists for Golf GTE that the […]

Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte, Levante Nerissimo Editions unveiled

Maserati has unveiled special Nerissimo Edition versions of the Levante, Ghibli and Quattroporte in Geneva, adding a heavy-handed splash of black to the Italian marque’s lineup. The “total black” cars are finished in a special shade of deep black body paint, complete with Black Chrome trim on the grille surrounds, badge, boot-lid and C-pillar badging. […]

Morgan Plus 8 50th and Aero GT revealed

Morgan has waved farewell to the Aero and Plus 8 with the GT and 50th, unveiled this week at the Geneva motor show. Both cars will be put to pasture after these two special-editions are done, ending 50 years of Plus 8 production and 18 years of the Aero. BMW no longer builds the N62 […]

2019 Fiat 500X spied

The facelifted Fiat 500X has been spied in Europe this week, giving us a preview of what to expect from the updated Italian SUV. Despite heavy camouflage at the front and rear, we can see the revised bumper and lighting treatments at both ends. There’s a new C-shaped LED daytime-running light signature a-la the 500 hatchback […]

2018 Mercedes-Benz CLS review

The Mercedes-Benz CLS is rightly billed as one of the company’s style icons, conceived as a sort of halfway point between coupe and sedan. The third-generation model launching now returns to the sleek design ethos of the 2004 original and away from its direct predecessor’s rebellious muscularity. At five metres long, the new CLS has exaggerated […]

Aston Martin Valkyrie coming to Australia

Australia is home to a number of hypercars, but most of them can’t be driven on the road. The Aston Martin Valkyrie will be an exception to the rule. Speaking to media at the Geneva motor show, Aston Martin CEO, Andy Palmer, confirmed the Valkyrie will be coming to Australia, and multiple sales have already […]

SsangYong returning to Australia

Forgotten manufacturer SsangYong will return to Australia’s increasingly-cluttered car market before the end of 2018. The Korean brand will operate through its own factory distributor this time — it was last imported by Ateco Automotive — and is currently signing up a network of dealers and local management. The company left Australia following disagreements between it […]

2018 Nissan Juke revealed

The updated Nissan Juke has been revealed this week at the Geneva motor show, hinting at a potential upgrade for Australia. While lots of people will look at the new model and ask ‘what’s changed?’, Nissan has tweaked the finish of the V-motion grille to dark chrome, along with similar finishes for the headlight inserts and […]

Jaguar I-Pace: Beating Germans to the punch was important

The Jaguar I-Pace represents the first mainstream luxury brand entering the market with a full-electric SUV, and it was important to Jaguar that it bet the Germans to the punch. Speaking to Australian media at the Geneva motor show, Ian Hoban, Jaguar’s vehicle line director, said that it was critical for the British marque to […]

International Women’s Day 2018: Six Holden women discuss their automotive careers

International Women’s Day is today, when the world celebrates the many achievements women have accomplished over time. CarAdvice has always been supportive of giving women the chance to move ahead in what is a heavily male-dominated automotive industry. It is also something Holden takes seriously, establishing a number of initiatives to promote gender equality; such as committing to […]

2019 Toyota Supra: The inside story

There are lots of questions around the whys and wherefores of developing any new car, let alone an icon like the Toyota Supra. Why did it take so long? Why was it co-developed with BMW? Why Toyota has chosen now as the time to bring the name back? We sat down with Tetsuya Tada, the […]

2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class engines electrified

An updated Mercedes-Benz C-Class petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV) sedan will arrive in Australia during the first quarter of 2019 – about six months after the ‘regular’ updated line-up – with an improved pure-electric range of 50km. This is up from the 30km on offer in the current C350e PHEV, giving the new version a significantly […]

Mercedes-Benz reveals diesel plug-in hybrids

Mercedes-Benz has revealed a trio of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models for the Geneva motor show: two diesel PHEVs based on the C-Class and E-Class, and a new petrol-electric S560e. To avoid confusion, we’ll cover the two different hybrids separately. C-Class and E-Class plug-in diesel hybrid Dubbed as the “next milestone in electrification”, the German marque has […]

Jaguar unveils bespoke ‘Greatest Hits’ XJ6

Along with the forward-looking I-Pace, Jaguar has used the Geneva motor show to peek at the rear-view mirror. The ‘Greatest Hits’ XJ6, developed for Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain, is designed to celebrate five decades of the XJ badge, and combines classic looks with tasteful modern touches. The car you see here isn’t the work of a […]

McLaren Senna GTR Concept revealed

McLaren has removed the few concessions to road-going comfort in the ‘regular’ Senna, creating the utterly bonkers Senna GTR in the process. Just look at that diffuser! Just 75 examples of the production GTR will be built, and none of them will see time on the road. This is a track-only proposition, capable of making […]

Madam Wheels launches for female luxury car buyers

A new service for women buying luxury cars, dubbed Madam Wheels, has been launched on 2018 International Women’s Day.  Madam Wheels is the first program of its kind, designed to make women feel more comfortable in the typically male-dominated luxury car-buying process. The service aims to match a woman’s needs or personality to their car, […]

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Exclusive Edition revealed

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the S-Class Exclusive Edition in both Coupe and Cabriolet forms at the Geneva motor show. With European sales commencing in April, the Exclusive Edition can be added to “almost any engine variant”, and carries a slew of unique appointments to make the already-exclusive flagship Benz that bit more special. Key enhancements include an LED intelligent […]

Jaguar F-Type four-door coupe could be on the cards

A four-door Jaguar F-Type could be somewhere in the line’s future, if Jaguar’s head of design gets his way. Speaking to Australian media at the Geneva motor show this week, Jaguar design director Ian Callum confessed he is fascinated by the idea of a Jaguar F-Type ‘four-door coupe’. Callum also revealed that earlier engineering limitations […]

Toyota Supra hybrid on the cards

Toyota is still studying powertrain options for the upcoming Supra, and a hybrid a more ‘evolved’ internal combustion engine are well and truly on the cards. The Supra, co-developed with the new BMW Z4, will almost certainly make use of BMW powertrain and transmission technology when it launches mid- to late-next year. but may come with specific […]

Renault EZ-GO concept revealed

Renault has coined a new phrase for its EZ-GO ride-sharing concept at the Geneva motor show, presenting a first-of-its-kind ‘robo-vehicle’ as its vision for how urban transportation will evolve. Equipped with Level 4 autonomous capabilities, the EZ-GO does without traditional pedals or a steering wheel, instead seating occupants in a more social U-shaped configuration, with room […]

Touring the Audi RS6 Avant Performance with Exclusive paint and other bits – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKvZB-rNxEM While old mate Curt Dupriez works his way towards delivering a full written review of this 2018 Audi RS6 Avant Performance, Trent Nikolic couldn’t stop himself pinching it for an afternoon. In this quick tour, Trent goes on about the bits and pieces added to the example we’re testing. What’s it got? Well, beyond […]

2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante Spyder revealed

Lamborghini has used the Geneva motor show to launch its latest lighweight weapon, the Huracan Performante Spyder, almost exactly 12 months after the coupe version’s debut. Following the formula laid out by the Huracan Performante coupe the Spyder adopts ‘Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva’ – or Lamborghini’s in-house active aerodynamics package – which uses variable airflow routing […]

2018 Kia Ceed Sportswagon officially unveiled in Geneva

Kia has officially outed the 2018 Ceed Sportswagon in Geneva, blending the hatchback’s Euro-chic looks with an ultra-practical load bay. Up front, the Sportswagon looks just like the Ceed hatchback revealed last month (and the new Cerato sedan), while the rear end is clearly inspired by the Optima Sportswagon. As is often the case with compact […]

Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro revealed

Regular Aston Martin Valkyrie look too timid for you? Chasing a proper racing experience, but not keen on an actual race car? Meet the Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro, ready to crush tuned MX-5s and BRZs at your next track day. Okay, so it isn’t really aimed at the amateur track set. Breathe easy, your Miata is […]

Electrification, luxury and design: Talking with Marek Reichman and Andy Palmer

Andy Palmer sits near the top of the list of industry executives journalists like to talk to. There’s a refreshing honesty to the 54-year old Brit, a willingness to slice through the sort of circumspect phrases his underlings put into press kits and speak his mind. He managed it when working in the ultra-corporate world […]

Subaru Viziv Tourer Concept revealed

Subaru has unveiled the latest addition to its ever-expanding lineup of Viziv show-cars, revealing the Viziv Tourer Concept in Geneva. Just like the concepts preceding it, the Viziv Tourer is unlikely to be a pure flight of fancy from Subaru. Its past show-cars closely previewed the Ascent, and elements of previous Viziv studies have found their […]

Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series confirmed for 2020

The boss of Mercedes-AMG GmbH Tobias Moers has confirmed the somewhat open secret that his company is working on a coveted GT Black Series for 2020. This most hardcore of Mercedes-AMG GT coupes will sit above the $350k AMG GT R and become the absolute pinnacle of the company’s Porsche 911 rivalling sports car range. […]

BMW M8 Gran Coupe concept revealed in Geneva

Hot on the heels of the big Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coupe reveal, BMW has pulled back the sheet on a M8 Gran Coupe concept. Before we get into the Gran Coupe, let’s talk about the elephant in the room. This isn’t the production M8, or indeed the 8 Series we’ve been eagerly awaiting. BMW […]

2019 Jaguar I-Pace pricing and specs

Local pricing and specifications for the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace have been detailed ahead of a launch later this year, with the all-electric SUV range to kick off from $119,000 before on-road costs. Four trim levels of the I-Pace will be available from launch – S, SE, HSE and First Edition – similar to the naming convention of […]

Toyota has no plans to extend warranty beyond three years

Toyota Australia says it currently has no plans to change its warranty period from the current three-year product to match competitors that are offering five or seven in the ever competitive market. With the likes of Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Peugeot and plenty of others offering five or seven-year warranties, the question has come up as […]

2018 BMW M2 Black Shadow Edition unveiled

BMW has unveiled the M2 Black Shadow Edition, with a range of blacked-out styling tweaks to stand out from the crowd. According to the company, the M2 was the best-selling BMW M car last year, with more than 12,000 finding homes worldwide. The Black Shadow builds on the same basic foundation as the regular M2, with power […]

Bentayga V8: Talking active anti-roll with Peter Guest

The Bentley Bentayga V8 recently launched to the motoring press might have a lightweight aluminium body, but that doesn’t make it a lightweight SUV. It tips the scales at nearly 2.4-tonnes, more than a Porsche Cayenne Turbo S and slightly less than a Range Rover. It’s an enormous mass to manage, especially given the grunt at play […]

Hyundai HDC-1 concept previews ‘Le Fil Rouge’ styling direction

Hyundai’s latest senior designer, Luc Donckerwolke, has stepped up this week in Geneva to make his mark with the Korean brand’s future looks. Donckerwolke was poached from the Volkswagen group in 2016, where he led the styling operations for Bentley, Lamborghini and Audi. His mandate at Hyundai was initially to lead design for the Genesis […]

2019 Fiat 500X spied

The facelifted Fiat 500X has been spied in Europe this week, giving us a preview of what to expect from the updated Italian SUV. Despite heavy camouflage at the front and rear, we can see the revised bumper and lighting treatments at both ends. There’s a new C-shaped LED daytime-running light signature a-la the 500 hatchback […]

2018 BMW X3 xDrive20d review

Buying an SUV is hard work. You want something roomy but not too big, and in almost all cases you want something that’s an extension of your personality and character traits. BMW aimed to hit the mark as closely as possible with the all-new 2018 BMW X3. It’s bigger than the last model and resembles […]

Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupé outed

The Mercedes-AMG performance sub-brand has expanded its range, premiering the spectacular new GT 4-Door Coupe – that’s its name, not our terminology – at this week’s Geneva motor show. The new, more practical offering will sit alongside the Mercedes-AMG GT two-door. The obvious rival is Porsche’s new Panamera, just as the GT two-door’s nemesis is the […]

2018 Range Rover SV Coupe revealed

Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) crack Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) team has whipped the covers off its limited-run, three-door take on the Range Rover, dubbed the Range Rover SV Coupe.  With a proper three-door body, Range Rover says the SV Coupe the “first full-size luxury SUV coupe” in the world. BMW and Mercedes-Benz have both dipped their […]

2018 Lagonda Vision Concept revealed

Aston Martin has used the Geneva motor show to relaunch Lagonda as a pure-electric luxury brand for eco-minded members of the Jetset. The brand’s styling direction is previewed with the ‘Vision Concept’ pictured here, designed to deliver “an entirely new approach to luxury”. “Lagonda Vision Concept is an incredibly bold design statement,” said Aston Martin chief […]

Porsche Mission E Cross Turismo revealed

As its engineers work to bring the 2015 Mission E concept to market, Porsche has tonight unveiled a striking follow-up: the Mission E Cross Turismo. Clearly drawing on the themes of its low-slung four-door coupe companion, the Mission E Cross Turismo’s styling also borrows more than a few cues from the new Panamera wagon and […]

2019 Lexus UX revealed

Lexus has stopped the teasing and – finally – fully unveiled its compact UX crossover, set to challenge the likes of the Audi Q2, BMW X2 and Volvo XC40. With a new platform (GA-C, part of the TNGA family) and two new powertrains, this is a big car for Lexus. It’s also the fourth addition […]

Supra to ‘make Toyota exciting again’

The new Supra is set to ‘make Toyota exciting again’, and the brand is keen to market its highly-desirable new performance car locally as a showcase for its sporty revival. Speaking to Australian media at the Geneva motor show today, vice-president for sales and marketing at Toyota Australia, Sean Hanley, said the Supra hasn’t been completely […]

2019 Toyota Supra confirmed with Gazoo concept

After years of spy pictures, concepts and teasers, Toyota has confirmed the return of the Supra nameplate with the unveiling of its new racing concept at the Geneva motor show. The new, fifth-generation Supra revives the legendary after a 16-year hiatus, marking another move from Toyota into the world of sports cars. The Supra shares […]

2018 Toyota Corolla unveiled

The all-new Toyota Corolla has today made its debut at the Geneva international motor show, kick-starting a new generation for the brand’s best-selling car. The twelfth-generation Toyota Corolla will arrive in Australia around August, and presents a larger, better-featured offering than its predecessor in the highly competitive small car market. Since 1967, 1.4 million Corollas […]

2018 Jaguar I-Pace quick drive review

SUV sales are booming, so an electric SUV was the next logical step for a brand like Jaguar that’s rapidly expanding its product portfolio. Arguably though, the best thing about the all-new 2018 Jaguar I-Pace is that it’s almost identical to the concept car it’s based off — a point that designer Ian Callum and […]

Volkswagen I.D. Vizzion concept revealed

  The Volkswagen I.D. Vizzion concept has been unveiled this week, previewing the company’s vision for a fully-autonomous electric sedan. Based on Volkswagen’s MEB electric vehicle (EV) platform, the I.D. Vizzion features artificial intelligence (AI), an electric powertrain with a range of up to 413 miles (665km) per charge, and Level 5 autonomous systems, removing the […]

Toyota Australia hybrid lineup to include eight models by 2020

Toyota Australia has confirmed it will increase its hybrid lineup from five to eight models by the end of 2020, reinforcing its commitment to technology the brand says will lend it a stronger foothold in the market. The current Toyota hybrid range includes the Prius C, Corolla Hybrid, Prius V, Prius and Camry Hybrid. The […]

Skoda Vision X concept revealed

Skoda has officially unveiled the Vision X concept in Geneva, with a company-first hybrid system including compressed-natural gas, petrol and electric power.  From the outside, the Vision X looks like a shrunken take on the design language behind the Kodiaq and Karoq. That’s not an accident, because the concept previews a production SUV to sit below […]

2018 Kia Ceed Sportswagon leaked

The new-generation Kia Ceed Sportswagon has been leaked on the web, ahead of an official reveal at the Geneva motor show this week. As expected, the wagon-bodied version of Kia’s Europe-focused small car looks like the hatch up front, while borrowing styling from the larger Optima Sportswagon at the rear. This pair of (low-res) exterior shots […]

2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio pricing and specs

Australian details for the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio range have been announced this week, ahead of a March 20 on-sale date. Priced from $65,900 before on-road costs, the Stelvio starts around $5000 higher than the Giulia sedan, and will be available with two powertrains at launch – one petrol and one diesel. Standard equipment on the […]

Smart EQ electric cars revealed

Mercedes-Benz’s Smart subsidiary has released the first series production cars in the group’s electrified EQ sub-brand. The Smart EQ fortwo and forfour models premiered this week the night before the Geneva motor show, headlined by special ‘nightsky’ edition models, in black and blue. Clearly tiny city cars are an ideal candidate to be electrified, with […]

2018 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid revealed

The Bentley Bentayga Hybrid has been revealed at the Geneva motor show this week, marking the classic British brand’s first tentative step into electrification. There are no obvious visual differences between the Bentayga Hybrid and its internal-combustion brethren, though copper ‘Hybrid’ badging and bronze Bentley badging are small giveaways. The charge plug is located on the opposite […]

Ford Mustang Bullitt coming to Australia

The latest Ford Mustang Bullitt which, for many, stole the show in Detroit a few months back, is coming to Australia. Ford confirmed this week it would expand allocations beyond USA for Europe and Australia, and will make a small pool of buyers very happy by doing so. While the ‘Stang has been Australia’s top-selling […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG C43 gets power bump

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the upgraded C43 sedan and wagon, its more refined all-wheel drive alternative to the more hardcore C63 V8. The reveal comes hot on the heels of the updated Mercedes-Benz-badged ‘regular’ C-Class range. Headlining the MY18 upgrades are engine tweaks – notably a a bigger turbo, lifted from the E43 – to the […]

Electric vehicles off the schedule for Mahindra in Australia

Although electric vehicles are fast becoming a major technological showcase for numerous automakers, Mahindra has ruled out EVs for Australia citing cost, and the lack of government incentives, as the reason behind the decision. At the local launch of the petrol-powered XUV500 SUV, Mahindra’s chief of international operations, Arvind Mathew, confirmed the brand’s focus would remain on […]

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace GTE spied

An undisguised plug-in hybrid Volkswagen Tiguan has been spied on the snowy roads of Sweden this week, previewing an upcoming variant of the popular SUV. Despite being spotted in Europe, the Tiguan prototype pictured is actually in long-wheelbase Tiguan L guise – meaning it’s a China-market version – wearing ‘430 PHEV’ badges. There’s also a […]

2018 Mahindra XUV500 Petrol review

Mahindra may not yet be a household name, but the Indian conglomerate wants to be. In fact, the eventual goal is for it to be as well known as companies like Apple or Ford. That’s a process that will take time, and before that happens the automotive arm (the company builds everything from tractors to […]

2014-15 Peugeot 308 recalled

Peugeot has issued a recall for its ‘T9’ 308 small car over concerns a faulty cooling strategy and maximum temperature alert could cause the engine to overheat. The French manufacturer says overheating could cause the engine to seize when in use, meaning the vehicle could stop suddenly. If the condition occurs, this poses an accident risk […]

Jeep Grand Commander interior revealed

The Jeep Grand Commander has now been fully revealed, with the release of pictures detailing the Chinese-market SUV’s interior this week. The Grand Commander’s two-tone interior looks rather luxurious, with plenty of leather surfaces and wooden-look accents. Up front, there’s a large Uconnect touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, along with a wood-accented leather steering wheel. Three rows of […]

2018 Peugeot 208 GTi review

It might be designated as a 2018 car, but the current version of the Peugeot 208 GTi isn’t exactly new, having first lobbed on the scene here back in 2013. But that doesn’t mean it’s any less capable than its key Euro rivals, which include Volkswagen’s Polo GTI and fellow French compatriot the Renault Clio […]

Owner Reviews: Best of February

We love Owner Reviews at CarAdvice. After all, the people who slapped down their hard-earned money on a car are, arguably, best qualified to tell the world what they’re like! Here are our five favourites from January, along with the story that inspired the most comments. Want to see your review featured here? Submit a review using the link on […]

Jaguar F-Type SVR gets racy Graphic Pack option

The Jaguar F-Type SVR will get a range of personalisation options at the Geneva motor show later this week, with the company revealing new Graphic Pack options for its performance flagship. Available “at no extra cost”, the F-Type SVR’s Graphic Pack is available in six different motorsport-inspired flavours. The decals accent various areas of the vehicle, including […]

VFACTS: February 2018 new vehicle sales

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) is reporting a 7.8 per cent year-on-year increase in sales and registrations for February. VFACTS data released today reveals 95,999 cars were sold in the shortest month of the year, compared to 89,025 for the same period last year. Sales for 2018 are sitting on 184,550 – up […]

2019 Mazda EV to have rotary range extender – report

Mazda looks set to revive the rotary engine next year, in the form of an optional range extender for its upcoming electric vehicle (EV). In a new report by Dutch website, AutoRAI.nl, Martijn ten Brink, vice president of sales and customer service for Mazda’s European division, said the company’s new EV will debut sometime in 2019, and will […]

Mahindra preparing product revolution by 2021

Indian automaker, Mahindra is preparing a new model onslaught in the next three years, with an array of products set to strengthen its lineup in Australia and around the world. The first new product for Mahindra will arrive in the form of a compact SUV to be positioned below the current seven-seat XUV500 and use […]

Poll: Wagons lovers unite for Volvo V60

Crossovers like the Volvo XC60 are selling like hotcakes at the moment, but there could still be life in the old-fashioned wagon yet. Set for a full, in-the-flesh reveal in Geneva this week, the Volvo V60 squeezes all the technology and Scandinavian design goodness from the XC60 into a classic load-lugging shape. The results – […]

Mercedes-AMG GT ‘4-Door Coupe’ teased again

The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe has been teased again this week, ahead of an official reveal at the Geneva motor show. Set to become the new four-door coupe flagship for the German brand, the latest member of the AMG GT family will essentially fill the void left by the outgoing V8-engined CLS – which is now […]

Pininfarina teases HK GT one last time

Pininfarina has teased the HK GT one last time before the Geneva motor show, offering a glimpse at the car’s funky rear-hinged gull-wing doors. The image shows the HK GT with its doors aloft, and reveals its four-seat layout. The car rides on massive aero-style wheels, and has a fashionable sloping roofline, flowing into a […]

The week’s top news stories: March 4

The automotive news wheel is always turning. If you’re not constantly checking CarAdvice – which you should be doing, by the way – it can be easy for some headlines to slip through the cracks. To make sure you haven’t missed anything important, we’ve gathered what we reckon are the hottest news stories from this week, right here. Check […]

2019 Jaguar I-Pace: Technology breakdown

Jaguar has officially unveiled the I-Pace, its first all-electric car and one sure to be an attractive alternative to the current glut of internal-combustion crossovers, and the polarisingly-styled Tesla Model X. Here’s a more detailed look at the technology driving Jaguar into the future. Battery  Regardless of trim, the I-Pace will come with a 90kWh […]

Jaguar I-Pace v Tesla Model X drag race – VIDEO

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fErFiWjoeCQ The Jaguar I-Pace hasn’t been around long, but it’s already being compared with the Tesla Model X.  Although the Big Cat is a bit smaller than Elon Musk’s showy crossover, there are plenty of similarities. Both the Model X and I-Pace come with dual-motor all-wheel drive, and the 90kWh battery in the Jaguar is […]

Bentayga by Mulliner, Inspired by The Festival revealed

Bentley has created a one-off Bentayga to celebrate its partnership with The Jockey Club, a centuries-old horse racing organisation in Great Britain. The exterior is finished in a classic shade of ‘Lustre Spruce’ – described as a modern shade of British Racing Green – offset by diamond-turned, black-painted 21-inch alloy wheels and black body trim. […]

BMW teases 8 Series Gran Coupe

BMW has revealed a teaser for what appears to be a four-door Gran Coupe take on the 8 Series, ahead of a Geneva motor show reveal. ( There are no details about the car, but we can see cutlines for a set of rear doors on the shadowy image. While difficult to see, the are head- […]

Hyundai Sonata, Grandeur recalled over ABS fault

Hyundai has recalled 10,617 cars built between 2004 and 2013 across the Sonata and Grandeur model lines, over concerns water could short circuit the ABS circuit board. Hyundai says there’s a fire risk if the ABS board is short circuited as a result of the fault. Affected Sonata and Grandeur sedans were sold between August 18 2004 […]

2018 Holden Commodore: CarAdvice reader drive day

The new, imported 2018 Holden ZB Commodore is now officially on sale Down Under, and it has left many wondering if it lives up to the iconic nameplate of its home-made predecessor. Holden boss Mark Bernhard encouraged skeptics to “drive the car and then have an opinion”, so we ran a CarAdvice competition where 27 of our […]

2018 Renault Megane RS280: 7 cool things

Renault Sport has completely revamped its Megane RS halo car. And when it arrives in Australia in Q3 this year, it’ll have a few nifty tricks up its sleeves. There’s way too much to talk about with this third-generation reboot, so let’s keep it simple and showcase seven cool things about this new RS. Can […]

Review Wrap: Five of the best from February

Missed out on a review this month? Keen to catch up on all the exciting CarAdvice review content from February? We’re here for you. Here are five reviews this month that either drew a lot of attention or are simply, in our view, standout stories. 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium review Everyone’s heard of the Subaru Outback. It’s […]

Abarth 695 Rivale revealed

The Abarth 695 Rivale has been revealed for the Geneva motor show, representing the latest in a series of boutique special editions of the Italian hot hatch. Developed in partnership with world-famous Italian boat maker, Riva, the 695 Rivale is dubbed “the most sophisticated of all Abarth creations and the perfect blend of elegance and performance”. […]

Showcase: The photographer who caught our eye this week

The automotive landscape is littered with talented photographers, each with their own style. This series offers a look at some of the snappers who have caught our attention with their work. This week, it’s Joel Strickland.  Joel is a Melbourne-based snapper, who often works with CarAdvice on garage reviews and comparisons. He’s a passionate car […]

2016 Audi Q3 recalled for airbag fix

The 2016 Audi Q3 has been recalled over an issue with the passenger airbag. Just 25 units are affected, though the recall isn’t connected to Takata – in spite of its timing. According to the company, the passenger airbag may not be filled with the necessary amount of gas because of a defective weld joint […]

2018 Bentley Bentayga V8 review

Not even famous French visionary and novelist Jules Verne – the guy who imagined electric-powered submarines in his wildly popular 1870 sci-fi title Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea – could have foreseen a Bentley SUV. The same could be said of Bentley’s equally famed founder, W.O. Bentley himself, who could never have dreamed that one […]

Bentley Bentayga V8 brakes are largest, most powerful on a series production car

The standard brakes on the Bentley Bentayga V8 aren’t what you’d call ‘small’. The steel rotors  measure 400mm up front, gripped by six-piston calipers from Brembo. According to Bentley Bentayga product line director, Peter Guest, the package was approved after an exhaustive development process. “Long before we settled on this system, we got through many, many […]

GKN working on ‘All Twinster’ for plug-in hybrids

GKN, best known for the all-wheel drive system from the Ford Focus RS, is working on a new ‘All Twinster’ torque-vectoring system for plug-in hybrid SUVs.  GKN Driveline is currently testing a Mercedes-AMG GLA45 with a combination mechanical and electronic torque vectoring system, a plug-in hybrid powertrain and all new control systems. Sounds complicated, right? […]

CarAdvice podcast 92: Live from Waverley Nissan!

Mandy Turner, Mike Costello and Mike Stevens are live from Waverley Nissan for our first local outside broadcast! In car news, a sweep of German models get a 5-star ANCAP rating, the 2019 Toyota Corolla has been confirmed for Geneva, Mazda 3 pricing and specs have been announced, and we cover the compulsory Takata recall. Also, […]

2019 Jaguar I-Pace revealed: $119,000 EV here in October

The electro-themed camouflage has come off the new 2019 Jaguar I-Pace today, ahead of an Australian debut in October this year – with a $119,000 price tag to match its enviro-chic image. Based on the concept of the same name, unveiled in November 2016, the production car is almost identical to the original show car. […]

BMW ‘being heard’ on electric mobility future

BMW Australia says it’s being heard in its efforts to raise awareness about electric mobility, and is pleased about the level of discussion taking place. Speaking to media at the local launch of the new X2, BMW Australia boss, Marc Werner said the recent announcement by the South Australian Government about Stamp Duty exemptions for […]

BMW reveals M Performance parts for X2, X3 & X4

BMW will use the Geneva motor show to present its latest range of M Performance parts for the recently-launched X2, X3 and X4 crossovers. Everything from stickers and side-skirts to rims and steering wheels will be showcased, giving each X model a more aggressive and athletic aesthetic. Carbon-fibre mirror caps are also available, which the company says are hand-crafted […]

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe review

Hyundai is preparing a new version of the Santa Fe seven-seater for launch around July, hoping to build on the outgoing model’s strengths and addressing its few key deficiencies. While this new model remains a little smaller than top-sellers such as the Toyota Kluger and Mazda CX-9, it offers more cabin room than the outgoing […]

2019 Hyundai Grand Santa Fe spied

A prototype for an upcoming Hyundai full-size SUV has been spied this week for the first time. Looking very much like a Santa Fe on steroids up front, this SUV is much larger than its recently-revealed brother, and features a unique tail-light treatment. Previously, the large SUV space in Hyundai’s global portfolio was occupied by the long-wheelbase […]

2018 BMW X2 review

The BMW X2 is an answer to a question that no-one in particular has ever asked. But despite its peculiar position inside the already crowded SUV market, it represents a great offering from the Bavarian brand. Here’s the thing, BMW sells a lot of SUVs. In fact, in 2017 the German brand sold more SUVs […]

Abarth 124 GT, Fiat S-Design models revealed

Abarth has unveiled a special-edition hardtop version of the 124 Spider, ahead of a full reveal in Geneva next week. Unlike the Mazda MX-5/Miata-aping soft-top on regular 124 Spiders, the GT packs a removable carbon-fibre hardtop and a number of lightweight touches around its exterior. Abarth says the roof, which weighs just 16kg, helps improve […]