Schaeffler Audi RS3 concept gets Formula E tech

Schaeffler, engineering firm and Audi’s partner in Formula E, has unveiled the electric 4ePerformance concept, complete with 880kW from four electric motors. They’re not just any electric motors, either, they’re identical to those used on the 2016-17 ABT Schaeffler Formula E racer. That puts total power at 880kW, and system torque at 1280Nm from all four […]

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk review

So, the 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk has lobbed into Australia, and what a brief if surprisingly telling insight the local launch event was: a morning messing about at Victoria’s high-speed Phillip Island Circuit, no on-road appraisal on the program. But this was less some sandbagging stage in a slow striptease of discovering the complete […]

2018 BMW X3 xDrive30i v Volvo XC60 T6 R Design

It’s medium-sized SUVs rather than mid-sized passenger cars that are the frontline of the luxury-brand wars these days. Premium-medium sports-utility vehicles were comfortably the largest luxury segment in 2017 with 30,820 sales. You can take the BMW 3 Series v X3 trend as a microcosm of the dramatic shift in buyer preferences. A decade ago, the […]

2019 Audi SQ2 spied inside and out

A prototype believed to be the upcoming Audi SQ2 has been spied again in Europe, this time inside and out. While this vehicle looks like a standard version of the Q2, there are some clues indicating underneath the understated skin is a powerful little beast. Key changes include the quad-tipped exhaust out the back – a […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S review

It’s entirely appropriate the local launch for Mercedes-AMG’s latest muscle machine, the GLC 63 S, is held in the rural Victorian town of Yea. Because, one short stint behind the wheel of the high-ridin’ skunkworked SUV leaves you with just one expression; ‘Yeah!’ It’s a bit silly, really, to take what is fundamentally a sedate […]

Ford Fiesta RS “not necessary” – report

Ford has shut down recent rumours it’s working on a more powerful Fiesta RS, with the company’s European design boss ruling out such a model in a new report out of Europe. Speaking with Dutch publication AutoRAI, Amko Leenarts, design director for Ford of Europe, said: “The performance of the new Fiesta ST is already such a high […]

Chrysler brand to be phased out, announcement coming soon – report

Fiat Chrysler’s ever-growing focus on crossovers, pickup trucks and luxury cars, as well as a dearth of new product makes it likely the Chrysler brand could be phased out in the near future. A source has told Automotive News Chrysler’s fate could be announced this Friday, European time, when Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Fiat Chrysler, […]

Genesis: Oz launch pushed back to Q4

Genesis, luxury subsidiary of Hyundai, won’t be arriving in Australia until at least the fourth quarter of 2018 – after previously being scheduled for the third quarter. Public relations manager for Hyundai Australia, Guido Schenken, confirmed the news this week, meaning we won’t see the G70 (top) or G80 (formerly Hyundai Genesis) until very late this […]

Porsche GT2 RS hits the Nurburgring – video

The Porsche 911 GT2 RS is the most powerful 911 ever built, and carries a pretty serious reputation as a ‘widow maker’ if you don’t treat it with enough respect. It also carries the production car record for the legendary North Loop, having lapped the track in 6:57.3 late last year. As a new owner […]

2018 Audi RS4 Avant review

Go on. Thump your chest. Cry a little. Write a eulogy for the death of the 4.2-litre V8 that once hulked under the bonnet of the Audi RS4. Get it out of your system, have a cup of tea and a lie down. And then, when you’ve driven the all-new 2018 Audi RS4 Avant, start […]

2019 Hyundai Ioniq detailed for the US

The Hyundai Ioniq has been upgraded in North America for the 2019 model year, gaining additional active safety options and enhanced infotainment services. For the first time, driver attention alert and high-beam assist are available on select models, while autonomous emergency braking is now standard fit on the popular SEL grade. Additional changes include “enhanced, natural-language […]

Around the Tracks: Ayrton Senna, Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen

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 Jeep Compass Trailhawk review

So, you’re an adventurer, but want a medium-sized SUV. While most SUVs in this segment have on-demand four-wheel-drive systems, you’ll struggle to find one that works around the city and out in the bush. Jeep thinks otherwise. The 2018 Jeep Compass Trailhawk is here and it aims to offer a decent mix between SUV practicality […]

Brabham BT62 tears up Phillip Island circuit – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EJUvKEhA6I It’s now been a month since Brabham Automotive revealed the BT62 in London, but we haven’t quite seen what the car is capable of yet. This week, the company has given us a brief glimpse, posting the above video showing the new track-only supercar speeding around Phillip Island raceway in Victoria, Australia. It’s also the first […]

Audi: Solid-state batteries to offer ‘real progress’ on electric supercars

Audi says that whilst sports cars can be made with the current-generation of lithium-ion batteries, the need for lighter, smaller and higher capacity units in the form of solid-state battery technology will likely be the answer to proper lightweight electric sports cars. Speaking to CarAdvice in Germany last week, head of Audi’s product and technology […]

Time Machine Tuesday: 29 May 2018

People often say “don’t forget where you came from”. Although we’re focused on every new car, every last detail here at CarAdvice, we have an extensive back-catalogue of news stories, lifestyle yarns and reviews. Here’s a look at what happened on the week of May 29 in years past. 28 May 2017: Porsche 911 GT3 RS Lego crash test […]

Toyota, Suzuki to collaborate on model sharing, green drivetrain tech

Last week Toyota and Suzuki announced the next steps in their emerging partnership, with the initial focus being India and emerging markets in Africa, along with three key areas of co-operation. Discussions will begin immediately on how Toyota and Denso, its wholly owned parts supplier, can provide “technological support” to Suzuki in its quest to […]

US consumer groups label Tesla Autopilot system ‘deceptive’

Two groups, The Center for Auto Safety and Consumer Watchdog, have called on the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate the Tesla Autopilot system. The two organisations claim Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, have deliberately misled and deceived “consumers into believing that Autopilot is safer and more capable than it is known to […]

2018 Mahindra Pik-Up S10 4×4 dual-cab review

Mahindra isn’t quite a household brand in Australia yet, but while the name might be mysterious to urban Aussies, rural residents are likely to be more familiar with the name due to the Indian manufacturer’s presence in the ag-equipment market. Regional areas are where the Pik-Up is also likely to find the most buyers. This […]

Rolls-Royce Wraith: Bespoke Black Badge arrives in Melbourne

Rolls-Royce Melbourne has revealed a special Wraith Black Badge at its Richmond showroom, showcasing the limitless personalisation options available in the British marque’s range. Finished in Arctic White, the Wraith Black Badge features an array of black-accented exterior trimmings, including for the front splitter, window surrounds, and sports exhaust tips, dark chrome Spirit of Ecstasy and […]

2018 Honda CR-V VTi-L v Nissan X-Trail ST-L

The all-new Honda CR-V and significantly updated Nissan X-Trail – two big nameplates in one hugely popular mid-sized SUV segment – arrived in the second half of 2017. And in November, we kicked off comparing these two revised protagonists’ ranges by pitching petrol-powered, all-wheel-driven, five-seater flagships in the form of Honda’s VTi-LX and Nissan’s TI […]

2018 Nissan Terra: Diesel seven-seater launched for wider Asian market

Nissan has unveiled a version of its body-on-frame Terra for the wider Asian market, dropping the Chinese petrol engine and five-seat configuration in favour of a powertrain and layout that, should the business case stack up, would slot neatly into the Australian market. Built on the Navara platform, the Terra could be seen as something […]

Ferrari 488 v Ford GT v McLaren 720S rev battle – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfLeG6gqGts There’s nothing like the sweet sound of a good ol’ rev battle – especially when the contestants are exotic supercars. Here, DragTimes lines up a Ferrari 488 GTB, Ford GT and McLaren 720S to see which sounds best. But, there’s a catch – you need to guess which sound belongs to which car. Let us […]

Apple, Volkswagen collaborating on autonomous Transporter – report

Apple is reportedly working with Volkswagen to design and build a self-driving electric van to transport its employees between its Silicon Valley campuses. According to The New York Times, the self-driving car will be based on the chassis of the Volkswagen Transporter. Apple is working with Italdesign, a Volkswagen subsidiary, to design the vehicle. In […]

Nissan Leaf Open Car unveiled

The Nissan Leaf Open Car was unveiled recently in Tokyo, at a forum about building a zero-emission society. Nissan created this special one-off vehicle to celebrate the Leaf’s 100,000th sale in Japan. According to Carsalesbase, 118,524 Leafs have been sold in the US, and 92,025 in Europe. To make the car, Nissan lopped the roof […]

2018 Hyundai Tucson Active X review

Hyundai’s midsize SUV contender, the Tucson, has been around for a decent innings now (in fast-paced automotive terms, that is), having been on sale in Australia since the middle of 2015 in its current guise. There’s an update coming, with the usual styling tweaks front and rear, some detail changes inside, and safety specification improvements, […]

Ford Europe uses VR to put drivers in cyclists’ shoes

It’s easy to criticise cyclists from the heated comfort of a car, but life isn’t necessarily easy for pedal-powered commuters – especially when drivers don’t give them enough room. According to Ford, there are more than 250 million cyclists on the road across Europe, accounting for one in every 12 road accidents. Although some nations […]

2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T review

The 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T possesses the best manual gearbox I’ve ever tested – it really is brilliant. In fact, it’s a potent reminder of just how epic the 911 experience can be, when it’s not weighed down by the technical expectations of the more expensive models further up the Porsche food chain. After […]

Brabham Automotive: The story behind the logo

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch1&v=953Mxfvp8Hw Brabham Automotive has unveiled (and priced) its BT62 supercar, but it’s not done explaining the history behind the name. Most motoring enthusiasts would be familiar with Sir Jack Brabham, three-time Formula 1 world champion and the only man to win a world title in a car of his own design. His son, David, has brought […]

2019 Audi S6 to get Panamera Turbo power – report

The new iteration of the Audi S6 will borrow the twin-turbo V8 heart of a Porsche Panamera Turbo, according to a new report out of the UK. Autocar claims the next-generation model will hit the market sometime next year, though it could be revealed before the end of 2018, powered by a version of the 4.0-litre bi-turbo […]

2018 Nissan Navara ST-X review

You won’t spot the changes to the 2018 Nissan Navara ‘Series Three’ immediately. Externally, the updated version is barely changed compared to the version that came before it, save for a slightly higher rear ride height. Therein lies the clue – Nissan has tried yet again to fix some of the Navara’s load-carrying flaws. As one […]

Dodge Demon v Lamborghini Huracan drag race – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JjI7mN15Kk The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon and Lamborghini Huracan aren’t natural rivals, but they do make for an interesting and entertaining straight-line duel. In a new video, DragTimes pits a Demon equipped with a race gas ECU, 100 octane fuel, race air filter and staggered tyres against a Huracan LP610-4. The American makes 626kW of power and 1044Nm of torque […]

Audi Q8 teased again – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhsfT-yLskQ Audi has once again previewed its upcoming Q8 SUV-coupe combination crossover, this time in a new video as part of its #Q8unleashed web series. Scheduled to be revealed at the Audi China Brand Summit in Shenzen – which kicks off on June 5 – the upcoming crossover flagship makes a brief cameo in the […]

Mercedes-Benz E450 announced for the USA

Mercedes-Benz’s North American arm has announced details of the updated 2019 E-Class line-up, including the addition of a new V6 model to sit below the hybrid-boosted AMG E53. Set to go on sale in the American autumn, the new E450 and E450 4Matic variants will replace the outgoing E400 versions of the large sedan, wagon, coupe […]

2019 Audi S8 spotted undisguised getting sideways(ish)

The upcoming Audi S8 super-sedan has been snapped getting a little bit sideways around the Nurburgring Nordschleife. This time it’s not wearing any camouflage, with a more aggressive front bumper and quad pipes on full display for the world. There’s no word on what will power it, but there’s talk of either the 2.9-litre bi-turbo […]

2018 Lexus NX300 Luxury AWD review

Compact SUVs are the big growth area right now, and Lexus will finally enter the fray with the UX later in 2018. Its Lexus NX was also late to its respective party, the mid-sized luxury SUV segment – joining only in 2014. And after a good sales performance in 2017, the NX is making an […]

2018 Audi RS4 Avant pricing and specs

Audi Australia has announced pricing and specifications for the RS4 Avant, set to touch down from $152,500 before on-road costs. That’s not cheap, but the all-wheel drive super wagon comes loaded with gear. To start with, it’s powered by a 2.9-litre bi-turbo V6 engine making 331kW of power and 600Nm of torque. That’s 170Nm more […]

2018 Volkswagen Polo Launch Edition long-term review, report two: Infotainment

Considering they’re pitched primarily younger buyers, it’s important that modern light cars have the latest in infotainment for tech-savvy and stream-happy buyers. Luckily for those youngsters, the Volkswagen Polo Launch Edition has just about every base covered. All variants of the new-generation 2018 Polo range come fitted as standard with the familiar 8.0-inch touchscreen unit seen in […]

Renault Sport and Lego combine for bedroom Grand Prix – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjOnojuG-8k&feature=youtu.be Most motoring enthusiasts would have memories of racing toy cars around the bedroom floor but, no matter how many ‘vroom vroom’ noises you made, they never came to life. Speaking of inanimate objects that don’t usually come to life, Lego has recently made the jump from living rooms to the silver screen. You can […]

2019 Kia Sportage facelift unveiled

The updated Kia Sportage has been unveiled with a lightly updated exterior design, and a bevy of new drivetrains. As we saw in a recent set of spy photos, the revised Sportage has new front and rear bumpers. Up front, the Sportage has a more aggressive design, new headlamp internals, a splash of chrome, and […]

Lexus NX Sport revealed, not for Australia

The Lexus NX Sport has been revealed for Europe, adding a new equipment grade to the company’s mid-size crossover. Scheduled to become available from the European summer, the NX Sport is available on all engine versions including the NX300h and NX300, along with the naturally-aspirated NX200 exclusively available in Eastern Europe. Headlining features include black detailing […]

Ferrari SP38 one-off unveiled

The Ferrari SP38 one-off special has been unveiled and ceremonially handed over to its new owner prior to a few hot laps at Fiorano. Based on the 488 GTB, the design of the SP38’s unique body is said to be inspired by the F40, especially the flip-up carbon-fibre engine cover. The SP38’s rear wing is […]

2018 Holden Equinox LT diesel review

Holden has just added a diesel engine option to its Equinox mid-sized crossover range, available from low-grade LS+ specification all the way to the LTZ-V flagship. As you’d well imagine, the 1.6-litre turbocharged-diesel engine uses significantly less fuel than either of the two petrol engine options, but also carries a $3000 higher recommended retail price […]

Audi Q5 3.0 TDI: V6 diesel on sale from $83,900

Audi has announced pricing and specifications for the new Q5 3.0 TDI, the first non-performance six-cylinder version of the company’s mid-size SUV. Kicking off at $83,900 before on-road costs, the new model is $1000 more affordable than the BMW X3 xDrive30d, and a significant $7200 less than the Mercedes-Benz GLC350d. It’s also more than $10,000 more expensive […]

Tesla Model 3 ‘not good enough to recommend’ – Consumer Reports

Elon Musk is promising to fix the problems with the Model 3’s braking performance, after Consumer Reports – similar to Choice – returned poor results in its braking tests, and dubbed the car ‘not good enough to recommend’. During testing, Consumer Reports discovered “flaws – big flaws” with the ‘affordable’ Model 3’s brakes. The test car CR used took 152 feet (46.3m) to […]

Volkswagen USA rolls out four concepts in Georgia

Volkswagen Australia is sparking enthusiast conversation by only offering the Golf GTI in dual-clutch performance package guise from October this year. Meanwhile, Volkswagen USA is trying to get car-lovers talking in a different way, rolling out four hotted-up concepts at SOWO: The European Experience in Savannah, Georgia. Here they are, standing out with their dropped […]

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante spied

A development prototype believed to be the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante has been spied this week, giving us a first look at the upcoming convertible flagship for the British marque. We’ve already seen one teaser for the DBS Superleggera, announced a month ago ahead of a reveal sometime in June, and we can expect this […]

2018 Renault Megane RS pricing leaked

Pricing for the hotly-anticipated Renault Megane RS will start at $44,990 before on-roads when the car touches down in the third quarter of 2018, according to a dealer bulletin obtained by CarAdvice.  The bulletin says Australian buyers will initially be offered the RS280 with six-speed manual ($44,990 before on-roads) or six-speed dual-clutch automatic ($47,990 before on-roads) options, with 205kW […]

Time Machine Tuesday: 22 May, 2018

People often say “don’t forget where you came from”. Although we’re focused on every new car, every last detail here at CarAdvice, we have an extensive back-catalogue of news stories, lifestyle yarns and reviews. Here’s a look at what happened on the week of May 22 in years past. 22 May 2016: Uber reveals autonomous Ford Mondeo prototype It’s […]

Hands-free phone users drive more cautiously – study

Mobile phones and driving don’t really mix: it’s illegal to touch your smartphone in the car, even while stationary, and distracted driving is a known killer. A new study from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) put subjects through their paces using their mobile phone, hands-on and hands-free, to further explore the technology’s impact on […]

Jaguar bosses keen on XK replacement

Senior staff at Jaguar Land Rover are keen to revive the Jaguar XK, but even if a business is worked out, a third-generation model would still be many years away. Hanno Kirner, chief product strategist for Jaguar Land Rover, has told Autocar the company is keen to extend its sports car offering. “The F-Type has […]

2018 Toyota HiLux Rugged review

Expensive dual-cab ute buyers are no strangers to splashing out on factory accessories to make their workhorse look tougher, and go further. Toyota Australia reckons the average HiLux owner drops about $2000 on extras including bars, steps, tub liners and covers. It’s with this in mind that the company recently launched three new HiLux versions: […]

Mark Webber takes the Porsche Mission E for a spin – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oCoPwc2Rrg After ending his Formula 1 career with Red Bull Racing, Mark Webber made the switch t0 World Endurance Championship (WEC) racing with Porsche. He’s not competing anymore, but the Porsche partnership isn’t over. In a promotional video for the upcoming all-electric Mission E, the Australian racer is let loose on the Weissach test track […]

Audi Australia focusing on sustainability over volume

Coming off the back of a challenging 2017, Audi Australia says it’s focusing primarily on creating a sustainable, profitable business for dealers, with an expectation volume will naturally grow as core brand values are applied to the customer experience. Audi sold 22,011 cars in Australia during 2017, down from 24,258 in 2016. So far this […]

Around the Tracks: Club racers, Ford auctions and Mazda concepts

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 – […]

BAIC EC is the top-selling electric car worldwide

The BAIC EC has zoomed up the charts to become the best-selling electric car worldwide during the first three months of 2018. In figures released overnight by JATO Dynamics, the BAIC EC notched up 25,630 sales (up 260 per cent) during the first quarter of this year, taking the provisional sales crown from the Nissan […]

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Nightfall Edition revealed for the UK

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the C-Class Nightfall Edition for the UK, bringing black pack-style enhancements to all body variants of the popular nameplate. Based on the current pre-facelift C-Class range – which will get a mild refresh in the coming months – the Nightfall Edition sports unique appointments like power-coated matte-black alloys, black mirrors, side graphics, and […]

Porsche 956 C and 919 take on the Nurburgring – Video

Killed young, the 919 Hybrid might never reach legend status alongside the likes of the 956, but that hasn’t stopped Porsche rolling both cars out side-by-side. Last week, the company used the VLN 24 Hour race to show off its now-defunct hybrid racer at a 25.2-kilometre lap around the combined Grand Prix and Nordschleife circuit. […]

Configurator Challenge: Skoda Octavia RS, featuring ‘Roomster’

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 our perfect Skoda Octavia RS. Let us know what you […]

BMW iX3 to commence Chinese production in 2020

The upcoming BMW iX3 electric SUV has been confirmed for production in China from 2020, alongside the combustion-powered version. During the company’s annual general meeting this week, CEO Harald Krüger confirmed BMW will extend its partnership with regional partner Brilliance Auto. For the Chinese market, the current X3 will be produced in Shenyang from mid-2018, with the all-electric […]

2019 Porsche 911 Speedster spied

A development vehicle believed to be the new Porsche 911 Speedster has been spotted during hot-weather testing in Southern Europe. Spotted in convoy with several Porsche GT models including the 911 GT3 and GT3 RS, the prototype wears a similar body and wheel/tyre package to the hardtop GT variants, though with the absence of a fixed […]

2018 Toyota Prado GXL review

It’s hard to think of a 4WD that has more adequately captured the ‘Aussie family all-rounder’ tag as quintessentially as the 2018 Toyota Prado GXL. The Holden Commodore certainly did once upon a time before SUVs conquered the earth, but in 4WD terms, it’s long been the Prado and daylight second in the large SUV […]

BMW Group first global carmaker awarded Chinese autonomous test license

BMW Group has become the first worldwide carmaker to obtain a Shanghai Intelligent Connected Autonomous Driving Test License, allowing it to put self-driving vehicles through their paces on Chinese roads. Although it has demonstrated Level 3 autonomous technology under closed, Government-supervised conditions on a stretch of Chengdu highway in 2016, the license opens the door […]

Porsche 911 GT3 RS tackles the Isle of Man – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=VJnDiYhFdQ4 The Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a lean green racing machine – provided you specify it in ‘Lizard Green’, of course – but it’s arguably as good on the road as it is on track. In this video, Porsche unleashes the new GT3 RS on the Isle of Man, piloted by race drivers Mark Higgins […]

2018 Kia Stinger 330S review

Among Kia’s six-variant Stinger range, the very cheapest car you can get is the $46,990 200S with a 182kW 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, but that’s not the engine setting the hearts and minds of enthusiasts alight. The headline act is the twin-turbo 3.3-litre V6 and its 272kW/510Nm outputs, which can be yours for a still reasonable $3000 […]

Audi e-tron snapped on the Nurburgring

The first all-electric, mass-produced Audi – the e-tron – has been snapped on the Nurburgring, continuing the long buildup to its full launch later this year. Here’s what we know about the e-tron, which officially launches on August 30. In prototype form, it offers more than 500km of range on a full charge, and hits […]

2018 Mazda 2 GT automatic v Volkswagen Polo 85TSI Comfortline DSG

Not everyone wants the cheapest city car they can afford. To find out which small car is worth spending (relatively) big money on, we pitch the new Volkswagen Polo 85TSI Comfortline against the flagship Mazda 2 GT. If the Volkswagen Polo hasn’t been the biggest vehicle in the city car segment, it has always been […]

Honda Civic Type R record run starts in France – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRHPd7pni50 Honda made a big song-and-dance of the Civic Type R’s record run around the Nurburgring Nordschleife last year. Unsatisfied, the company pledged to take the manic front-drive racer on a tour of Europe’s most famous racetracks, in search of more glory. First cab off the rank was the Magny-Cours GP circuit. Piloted by World […]

Good Design Awards: Lexus, Volvo, Hyundai nab titles

The Lexus LC500, Volvo XC40, and Hyundai Kona have won prizes in the Automotive and Transport category of the Good Design Awards. Sitting atop the tree in exterior design was the LC500, which won the first-ever Best Exterior Design Award for Automotive and Transport, after being described as a “stunning vehicle in every regard” by the judging […]

BMW iNext Concept teased

The BMW iNext Concept has been teased ahead of its debut later this year, probably at the 2018 Paris motor show in September. A sketch previewing the upcoming concept car was presented overnight to shareholders at the BMW’s annual general meeting. Harald Krüger, BMW’s CEO, called the iNext project the “building kit for [the company’s] […]

2019 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet spied

The next-generation Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet has been spied for the first time, giving us a first look at the upcoming convertible flagship sports car. Spotted in and around the Nurburgring race circuit, the 911 Turbo Cabriolet looks very much like the coupe prototype we’ve seen in recent months – with the obvious exception of the folding […]

Lexus LQ trademarked, may be used for production LF-1 Limitless

The Lexus LQ name has been trademarked with the US Patent and Trademark Office by the luxury marque. So far in the brand’s almost 30 year history, the ‘L’-line has been reserved for top-tier models, hinting Lexus is seriously contemplating a new car to sit alongside the existing LS sedan, LC coupe, and LX SUV. […]

Professional drifter takes on autonomous racer – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh00GAx66sA Formula E isn’t the only race series with its sights set on transforming the world of motorsport. The fully-autonomous Roborace category is aiming to take the focus off humans and put it onto self-driving technology with a futuristic, sci-fi inspired racer. Before we get to see the dog-bone shaped driverless racer in action, the […]

2018 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid review

Assessed in isolation, the 2018 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid is an impressive large, luxury SUV. Viewed as a window into the future, it’s also another step and an exciting pointer to the efficiency and performance potential hybrid power can unlock in the 911 sports car when the time is right. While hybrids aren’t usually exciting or […]

2019 Ford Fiesta ST review

Let’s be clear. If you harbour any doubts as to the Ford Fiesta ST’s hot-hatch credentials, dispel them now, because this car is, in every way, a genuine hot hatch. There is nothing ‘mild’ or ‘warm’ about it. Instead, the Fiesta ST provides a level of performance found in other hotties much higher up the […]

2019 Kia Sportage facelift spied undisguised

The Kia Sportage facelift has been spied doing a spot of spring testing on the Nurburgring. Unlike earlier prototypes, this latest vehicle is running around with zero camouflage. The only bits of tape we can see serve to hold testing equipment in place. Up front, the headlight internals have been reorganised, while the signature “tiger […]

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 spied at the Nurburgring

The upcoming Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 has been spied again, this time during performance testing at the famed Nurburgring Nordschleife. Set to become the flagship hardtop 718, the Cayman GT4 will build on the concept of the previous version – aggressive race-inspired aerodynamics, a track-focused mechanical package, along with a high-revving naturally-aspirated boxer engine. It’s believed […]

DS preparing 5 Series, E-Class rival – report

Citroen is preparing a DS flagship to face-off with the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, based on the PSA Group EMP2 platform. According to reports from Auto Express in the UK, the flagship sedan-cum-fastback will launch in 2020 to mark 65 years since the first Citroen DS was launched. The car, which is likely to be called […]

Audi RS6 v Ariel Atom drag race – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=j0pRBA7SXr8 Both the Ariel Atom and Audi RS6 are fast, although they both go about it differently. Where the big RS6 Avant relies on huge power and prodigious traction off the line to nail its acceleration figures, the Atom is all about light weight and careful throttle management. Power in the big Audi comes from […]

2018 Hot Hatch Mega Test

Is there a more vibrant and diverse segment on the market right now than that labelled ‘hot hatch’? In fact, is it technically a segment at all, but rather a broad net cast wide enough to include a $25K compact-sized Suzuki Swift Sport at one extreme and larger, circa-$80K Audi RS3s and Merc-AMG A45s at […]

2018 Hot Hatch Mega Test Video: Track and performance

The hot hatch hero of the moment right now is the Hyundai i30 N, the Korean marque’s first serious salvo against the world’s fittest small go-getters. And it’s been widely praised as something of a buck-banging giant-killer. We decided to test that premise by throwing the flagship N-car up against the established figurehead hot hatches […]

2019 BMW 7 Series facelift spied

The facelifted BMW 7 Series has been spied doing some hot laps around the Nurburgring Nordschleife. Compared to our last spy photo set, taken in January of this year, this latest 7 Series prototype looks to be wearing production versions of its revised headlamps and tail-lights, albeit heavily taped up and disguised. This car seems […]

Alpina: Electric power unlikely for foreseeable future

Alpina isn’t in any hurry to adopt electrified powertrains, arguing its customers want big-capacity engines from their cars rather than plug-in hybrids or battery-electric vehicles. Speaking with media at an event in Melbourne this week, Andreas Bovensiepen, Alpina’s CEO and son of the brand’s founder, said its owners are still attached to old-fashioned characteristics in their […]

Tesla Model 3: Dual-motor, Performance order books open this week

Elon Musk has confirmed the order books will open for dual-motor and performance-oriented Model 3 variants this week, with production to start in July. The news was announced (surprise surprise) on Twitter, and matches an April tweet claiming the expanded line-up would be available from “probably July”. Elon Musk’s latest 280-character blast also confirmed air […]

Around the Tracks: Shark Bay, Melbourne and a Porsche legend

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 Honda CR-V VTi-S review

If you’re in the market for a family-friendly SUV, the Honda CR-V should be pretty high on your list given it offers a solid package at a very reasonable price and with a great badge to boot, though it remains let down by its lack of standard active safety features. Our test car here is […]

Brabus D4: Powered-up X-Class revealed

Brabus is known for creating wild versions of Mercedes-Benz’s fastest sedans, SUVs and sports cars, but now it has revealed its take on the new X-Class ute. Dubbed the D4 PowerXtra, the Brabus X-Class is based on the X250d, and features styling and mechanical tweaks for a small power boost and a unique look amongst the dual-cab […]

Time Machine Tuesday: May 15, 2018

People often say “don’t forget where you came from”. Although we’re focused on every new car, every last detail here at CarAdvice, we have an extensive back-catalogue of news stories, lifestyle yarns and reviews. Here’s a look at what happened on the week of May 15 in years past. Shoutout to our very own Mike Stevens for the awesome […]

2015-17 Mazda CX-3 Diesel recalled

Mazda has recalled the 2015-2017 CX-3 Diesel, over concerns about the engine’s behaviour when run at high revs in Neutral or Park. According to the company, operating the engine at high revs in Park or Neutral could make the engine draw in residual oil accumulated in the engine intake. If this happens, Mazda says the engine […]

2019 Audi Q8 sketched from behind

The production version of the Audi Q8 has been teased via a sketch, with the car likely to be revealed, at least partially, via the online short serial drama “Q8 Unleashed”. Scheduled to run over five episodes, the series begins on May 21, and the final instalment will go online on June 5. According to […]

2019 BMW 8 Series to debut at Le Mans

After concept cars and spy photos too numerous to mention, the new BMW 8 Series coupe will make its official debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Overnight BMW confirmed the 8 Series will make its official debut on June 15, European time, the day before the 2018 race. Initially, the 8 Series will […]

Alfa Romeo Giulia coupe, large SUV coming 2019 – report

Two- and five-door coupe versions of the Alfa Romeo Giulia, and a new large crossover will reportedly be added to Alfa Romeo’s range some time in 2019. According to Autocar, Sergio Marchionne, head of Fiat Chrysler, will announce the new models at an event slated for the 14th anniversary of his tenure as chief of […]

2004-07 Jeep Cherokee recalled

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has issued a recall for the 2004-07 Jeep ‘KJ’ Cherokee over concerns the rear suspension lower control arms could break. The manufacturer reports that affected vehicles may experience “excessive corrosion” on the rear control arm and, if broken, the vehicle could be harder to control – posing a hazard to drivers. […]

2018 Skoda Karoq pricing and specs

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nWVX3csIfpY Local pricing and specifications for the 2018 Skoda Karoq have been revealed this week, ahead of an on-sale date July 2. Just one trim level will be offered at launch, in the form of the 1.5 TSI, with prices starting at $29,990 plus on-road costs, powered by a 110kW/250Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol, sending drive exclusively to the front wheels. […]

2018 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso petrol review

When the better half planned an Easter getaway to the Mudgee wine country, in regional New South Wales, she’d imagined four days of exploration nestled into something with two doors, three pedals, a convertible roof – preferably – and the word ‘sport’ made in every reference by the vehicle’s maker. Then I fronted up for […]

Poll: Aston Martin DB11 wins the ‘battle of Britain’

The new Bentley Continental GT might be a faster, smarter, more attractive upgrade on the car it replaces, but our audience has chosen the Aston Martin DB11 as their British grand tourer of choice. A handy 56 per cent of voters chose the big Aston Martin in our poll, although plenty were keen to note […]

2018 Jeep Cherokee recalled

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has issued a recall for the 2018 ‘KL’ Cherokee equipped with the 2.4-litre petrol engine over concerns a faulty fuel tube could cause a leak. According to Jeep, affected vehicles may be fitted with an “incorrectly manufactured” fuel tube, which may result in a fuel leak and “potentially a subsequent engine compartment fire”. […]

2018 Aston Martin DB11 AMR revealed

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lyrJNqSS_E The Aston Martin DB11 AMR has been revealed, serving as the new flagship of the British GT’s line-up. Launched at the opening of the company’s new performance centre at the Nurburgring, the DB11 AMR features an array of upgrades inside and out for a more “vivid driving experience”. Key upgrades include a more powerful 470kW/700Nm […]

Infiniti Australia announces new boss, closes Brisbane showroom

Infiniti has announced Guy Street as its new Managing Director in Australia, just 13 months after Jean-Philippe Roux was replaced by Chang-hwan (CH) Lee. Roux had held the position since late 2014, and his exit last year saw him take up a senior Nissan role in Europe. Claiming 15 years experience in the automotive industry […]

Subaru XV to have brand’s first plug-in hybrid drivetrain

The Subaru XV, known as the Crosstrek in North America, will be the first model in the company’s range to feature a plug-in hybrid drivetrain. Subaru of America made the announcement at the end of last week, but details about the vehicle are pretty thin on the ground at the moment. The company says the […]

Borgward BX6 SUV sedan unveiled, electric BXi7 detailed

Borgward, a made-in-China, Foton-backed German brand, has unveiled the BX6 “coupe SUV”, and detailed its first full electric model, the Borgward BXi7. Borgward BX6 Pitched as a “GT SUV”, the Borgward BX6 looks a lot like the unholy fusion of a crossover and sedan. Among the standard features are “eagle wing-shaped LED tail-lights”, 19-inch alloy wheels, […]

Fiat 500: Two million ‘modern’ micro hatches sold

Fiat has celebrated building the two millionth ‘new 500‘ since launching its reborn light hatch in 2007. More than six million 500s have been shifted since the legendary original was launched in 1957, for reference. According to the company, 80 per cent of 500 sales come from outside Italy, making it the most popular Fiat globally. […]

Ford F-150 Raptor drifts around the ‘Ring – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEo6I5ZWalY The Ford F-150 Raptor is something of an on- and off-road weapon. Powered by a twin-turbo 3.5-litre V6, the super truck develops 335kW of power and 691Nm of torque. In a new clip posted by Ford Performance, the Blue Oval’s performance truck is driven by drift racer Vaughn Gittin Jr., who decides to take on […]

Talking autonomy with the National Transport Commission – interview

Autonomous driving is a topic that, without fail, gets motoring enthusiasts talking. Car manufacturers are talking a big game at the moment, with Audi and BMW planning fully self-driving vehicles for 2021, and testing continuing apace both overseas and on home soil. A lot of factors need to be addressed before we see human-less pods […]

Audi opts out of 2019 Detroit motor show

German luxury brand, Audi, has confirmed it will not be attending the 2019 Detroit motor show in January, joining a growing number of manufacturers that have opted out of the event. In a new report by industry journal Automotive News, the company confirmed it will be joining rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz on the ‘not attending’ list at the […]

2018 Lexus LX570 review

There are two ways of looking at the Lexus LX570 – it’s either a ludicrously expensive Toyota 200 Series (considering the top-spec LandCruiser Sahara V8 petrol lists for $115K) or a relatively cheap eight-seat luxury SUV. Whichever way you look at it, it’s still a lot of car for the money. The asking price is […]

Volkswagen orders $64 billion worth of electric car batteries

The Volkswagen Group has doubled its anticipated order for lithium-ion batteries to €30 billion ($64 billion). These batteries will be used by Volkswagen and its various brands to aggressively push into the nascent electric vehicle segment in the wake of its Dieselgate emission cheating scandal. According to Bloomberg, newly installed CEO Herbert Diess told the […]

Configurator Challenge, featuring Harrington Bentley Continental 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 our perfect Bentley Continental GT. Let us know what you […]

Audi e-tron to debut on August 30

Ladies and gentlemen, stop holding your breath: we finally have an official launch date for the first mass-production Audi electric vehicle. Mark down August 30 in your diary, that’s when the covers will finally come off the e-tron. It’s been teased extensively, and a heavily camouflaged prototype was revealed in Geneva, but the end of […]

2018 Porsche 911 GT3 review

There’s nothing that bothers me more than seeing someone look at this and say ‘what’s the point, you can’t drive it properly in Australia?’ or ‘we all go the same speed limit’. Okay, sure. You go drive your super-practical A to B car and leave this Porsche and a general sense of happiness to me, […]

GM files patent for shape-shifting car

General Motors is investigating how to make future autonomous vehicles more aerodynamic, especially when there’s no-one or very few people on-board. GM Inside News has uncovered a patent filing for “Method and Systems for Reconfiguring a Vehicle Geometry”. In short, the filing details how vehicles, most likely autonomous, could reconfigure themselves to handle various use […]

Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR Concept unveiled

The Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR Concept has been unveiled at the 2018 Worthersee meeting in Austria. Said to be inspired by the Golf GTI TCR race car, the concept features a new front bumper with a sharper front splitter, a crisper set of side sills, TCR lettering along the sides, a revised exhaust tip design, […]

Cadillac ATS to be axed

The Cadillac ATS sedan looks set to be discontinued after this year, just six years after being introduced as a competitor to the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Speaking with industry journal Automotive News, Cadillac spokesperson, Donny Nordlicht, said: “Production of the ATS sedan is ending due to extensive plant upgrades, expansion and re-tooling to prepare for […]

2018 BMW M5 takes on the Nurburgring – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKucFZOUb-I The 2018 BMW M5 is a serious beast, with 441kW of power and 750Nm of torque from its 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8. We know it’s quick in a straight line, but how does it shape up around the Green Hell? German magazine Sport Auto decided to find out, putting a blue F90 M5 through its paces […]

2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan revealed

It’s finally here – the Rolls-Royce Cullinan has been revealed, becoming the first ‘high-sided’ vehicle (or in other words, SUV) the British marque has ever made. Described as “effortless, everywhere”, the Cullinan is claimed to be the “most technologically advanced” and “only purpose-built luxury SUV in the world” – we wonder what Range Rover or Bentley would have […]

Lagonda confirms electric SUV for 2021

Lagonda, high-end luxury arm of British sports car marque Aston Martin, has announced its plans to launch an all-electric SUV in 2021. Set to be the “first in a range of state of the art, emission-free luxury vehicles”, the new Lagonda model will draw heavily from the Vision Concept shown at this year’s Geneva motor […]

2018 Bentley Continental GT in numbers

The all-new, third-generation Bentley Continental GT is an entirely new car inside and out, which the luxury automaker hopes will redefine the very essence of the modern-day grand tourer. Either way, Bentley has sold nearly 70,000 Conti GTs (as it’s affectionately known) since launch in 2003, handing it the title of ‘most successful model’ in […]

2019 Dodge Charger facelift teased

A facelift for the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat has been teased ahead of its debut in the next few months. At this point in time, details about the updated model are scant. Fiat Chrysler is only saying that it is “doubling down with upgrades inside and out”. According to the Italian-American firm, “high-performance Charger models […]

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS spied with less camouflage

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz GLS has been spied just a day after our spy photography agency nabbed photos of the new GLE crossover. Unlike the GLE we saw yesterday, which had plain black camouflage and many exposed body panels, this GLS is covered from head to toe in black and white swirls. Compared to earlier prototypes, […]

Australian liquid fuels stocks up for assessment, as reserves sit below 50 days

Josh Frydenberg, Minister for the Environment and Energy, has announced plans to assess Australian liquid fuel security for the first time since 2011. As a member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), Australia is obliged to hold 90 days worth of crude oil, liquified-petroleum gas, petrol, diesel and aviation fuel in reserve. Why? Given we’re […]

Jaguar F-Type SVR and XJR575 join Ring Taxi fleet

Jaguar has added an F-Type SVR and XJR575 to the ‘Ring Taxi’ fleet, giving fans of the brand a chance to lap the legendary Nurburgring North Loop with a race driver behind the wheel. The cars themselves are standard, which means the F-Type SVR makes 420kW of power and 700Nm of torque from a 5.0-litre […]

Porsche 718 Cayman GTS hits 294km/h on the Autobahn – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=680&v=imZfFABOKqA The Porsche 718 Cayman GTS is the current flagship of the small coupe’s range – at least until the rumoured GT4 track special arrives – but it’s not what you’d call slow. In a new video, AutoTopNL takes his new PDK-equipped Cayman GTS on the German Autobahn, hitting an indicated 294km/h in the process – if […]

2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia QV review

Italy has never made a perfect car. They can be beautiful, they can be fast, they can even prove to be reliable, but they never tick all the boxes. The Italians have also never produced a car – in recent times at least – that we can wholeheartedly recommend as the best in its class. […]

Audi A6, A7 V6 TDI: New emissions-testing cheat device found

A new emissions-testing cheat device has been discovered on one version of the 3.0-litre V6 TDI fitted to the outgoing Audi A6 and Audi A7 models. Der Spiegel has learnt Germany’s Motor Transport Authority (KBA) is investigating one of the diesel engines used in the outgoing Audi A6 and A7 ranges for a suspected emissions-testing […]

2018 Suzuki Swift Sport auto review

The Suzuki Swift Sport hasn’t changed much in concept since the first iteration launched over a decade ago. Fun, fast and light. Now with turbo power and a host of new-age technologies, the featherweight hot hatch aims to take on the big-hitters of the light hot-hatch segment, including the likes of the Renault Clio RS and […]

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE spied with less camouflage

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz GLE has been spied undergoing testing in Germany, and for the first time it’s not wearing Magic Eye-style camouflage. Although we have been seeing GLE prototypes since mid-2016, this is the first time they’ve wandered into public view with exposed body panels, and plain black camouflage at the front and back. Our […]

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S Edition 1: Hottest AMG 4-Door Coupe unveiled

Mercedes-AMG loves a launch special, so this debut shouldn’t come as a surprise. The folks in Affalterbach have announced the AMG 4-Door Coupe GT 63 S Edition 1 – a mouthful, we realise – with a raft of unique styling touches, a revised interior and a 470kW V8 engine. Offered exclusively on the range-topping GT […]

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus teases SCG004C, SCG004CS

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus has offered another teaser of its upcoming SCG004C and SCG004CS models, with power coming from the Nissan GT-R’s engine. The SCG004C will be the track-only version of James Glickenhaus’ next supercar, designed to compete in GTE, GT3 and GT4 racing when it launches later this year. Along with the track-ready version, the […]

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 drags Dodge Demon – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FBSxH5l-sE Ever wondered who would win out of the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and Dodge Challenger SRT Demon at a drag strip? This video could have the answer. Posted by Farmer Machine Co Racing, the new clip shows the two wild muscle cars settling the score once and for all at Richmond Dragway in Virginia, USA. Let’s compare the […]

Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR: Local arm keen on new hot hatch

Volkswagen Australia has voiced its interest in a Golf GTI variant to sit atop the local line-up, in the lead-up to the reveal of the GTI TCR at Lake Worthersee on May 9. “We would be keen on such a variant,” said Paul Pottinger, general manager for corporate communications at Volkswagen Australia, telling us “the [Golf] GTI […]

Kia channels Peter Pan in new ‘boundless for all’ campaign – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XJ3RRZV6CI Car manufacturers have a knack for stretching to create interesting metaphors for their technology. Kia is no stranger to creative marketing campaigns, having featured Stephen Tyler in a Benjamin Button-style Stinger commercial earlier this year. Instead of Aerosmith, the Korean brand has this time turned to Peter Pan. Set in a dystopian take on Neverland, where […]

Time Machine Tuesday: 8 May 2018

People often say “don’t forget where you came from”. Although we’re focused on every new car, every last detail here at CarAdvice, we have an extensive back-catalogue of news stories, lifestyle yarns and reviews. Here’s a look at what happened on the week of May 8 in years past. 8 May 2016: Alfa Romeo Giulia QV joins Carabinieri fleet […]

Volvo Cars and Trucks to share live vehicle data

Volvo Cars and Volvo Trucks will team up to share live traffic and safety data, in an attempt to form a critical mass of connected vehicles for improved safety. Although they both use the same name and badge, Volvo Cars and Volvo Trucks are actually separate companies, which makes this the first time Volvo Cars has […]

Honda, Nissan, Toyota team up to develop solid-state batteries

The Japanese government, battery makers and three key automakers (Honda, Nissan and Toyota) have joined forces to develop solid-state lithium-ion batteries. According to the Nikkei Asian Review collaborative work begins this month with research being spearheaded by the Consortium for Lithium Ion Battery Technology and Evaluation Center (Libtec). Taking part in the project will be […]

Putin’s new Russian-made limousine revealed

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u24P7AinDk Overnight Russia’s new state limousine, developed under Project Cortege, was used officially for the first time as part of the inauguration ceremony for Vladimir Putin. According Rossiyskaya Gazeta, the country’s official media outlet, the Cortege “most likely” has a 4.4-litre turbocharged engine with around 445kW (600hp), and a nine-speed automatic. The limousine measures 6620mm […]

2019 BMW 8 Series interior spied undisguised

The BMW 8 Series has been spied again, but this time we’re treated to an undisguised look at the car’s interior. These images were posted overnight by Wilco Blok on his Instagram feed, and they seem to have been taken while the 8 Series prototype was in transit. The new range-topping vehicle is one of […]

2019 Range Rover Velar updates announced

The Range Rover Velar has received some minor upgrades for the 2019 model year, bringing new engine options and driver assistance technologies to the luxury SUV range. Following similar changes to the closely-related 2019 Jaguar F-Pace line-up, the Velar range sees the addition of two new V6 engine options – one petrol one diesel – while […]

McLaren 570GT MSO Cabbeen Collection revealed for China

The McLaren 570GT MSO Cabbeen Collection has been unveiled for the Beijing motor show, sporting unique appointments tailored for Chinese tastes. Designed in collaboration with Chinese fashion designer, Mr. Cabbeen, the bespoke McLaren 570GT by McLaren Special Operations (MSO) is limited to just five units, and sports a unique black/gold colour scheme. Key features include hand-painted […]

2018 Audi RS5 review

At face value, one could loudly and forcibly damn those do-gooding European commissars for the ever-more stringent emissions targets being forced upon us. Yes, we all want a future for our beautiful green and blue planet. But does that brighter future for our kids have to come at a cost to the joy of motoring? […]

2018 Iveco Daily 50C review

Despite appearances, most dual-cab utes won’t hold much over 1000kg in their trays. So, what do you do if you need a workhorse ute capable of carrying a stack of weight? The 2018 Iveco Daily 50C may be the answer. With a payload capacity up to 3181kg and a Euro 5-compliant engine, the Daily offers […]

Porsche 919 tribute tour takes on New York City – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KPDBKOKyC0 Porsche might not be part of the World Endurance Championship anymore, but it hasn’t locked the 919 Hybrid away in a shed. Along with the 919 Hybrid Evo’s lap-record breaking antics, a regular 919 Hybrid has proven its versatility, lapping New York as part of its farewell tour. After its withdrawal from the World […]

Waymo prototype crashes in Arizona, though not at fault

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?&v=KhcyTOaHdv4 Waymo, self-driving research arm for Google, has been involved in the second major self-driving accident to hit Arizona in a matter of months – but the computer wasn’t at fault. According to local police, the self-driving Chrysler was operating in autonomous mode when the accident occurred, while Waymo claims the car was under human […]

Around the Tracks: GT3 RS Porsche in Germany, Conan tackles Tesla

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 – […]

Poll: Volkswagen Tiguan topples Skoda Karoq

The two competitors might share a base architecture, but the Volkswagen Tiguan has won favour over the Skoda Karoq in our latest poll. Last week, we confirmed the Skoda Karoq’s local arrival has advanced from September to June, after anticipated delays proved a non-issue. The range will start with the front-wheel drive 110TSI, set to kick […]

Skoda Karoq: Apprentice team creating convertible concept

The Skoda Karoq is still fresh on the market in regions like Europe – it hasn’t even landed in Australia yet – but that hasn’t stopped a team of the Czech company’s trainees from creating a convertible concept based on the new SUV. Scheduled to be officially presented in June, the Karoq Convertible – an official […]

2018 HSV Colorado SportsCat+ review

Because the Holden Colorado SportsCat+ isn’t a traditional HSV product, it isn’t technically an HSV at all. Sure, there are HSV logos on the grille, alloy wheels and steering wheel, but this is still a Holden with ‘by HSV’ nomenclature attached at the end. The idea is a work-around that allows HSV to leave the 2.8-litre diesel […]

Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR teased before Worthersee

Volkswagen is preparing a hotter, harder flagship for its Golf GTI line-up, borrowing parts from the road-car-based Touring Car Racing variant. That means the Golf GTI TCR will be a road-going version of the racing GTI, which itself is based on a road car. Right. Semantics aside, the GTI TCR shapes as a tantalising proposition. Volkswagen […]

The week’s top news stories: May 6, 2018

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 […]

BMW X7 a ‘natural halo’ for Australia

The upcoming X7 will become a natural halo for the BMW Australia range, as it brings the latest technology and safety gear, plus th practicality and space of seven seats. Pitched as a 7 Series SUV, the X7 will go into production very late in 2018, with Australian vehicles set to arrive sometime in the first half of […]

2019 BMW X7 review

There is an even bigger SUV coming from BMW. One that will offer seven seats and bring the very best that the German company has to offer in SUV form. Basically, the BMW X7 is the 7 Series you actually want to buy. It sounds like it might be a giant, and we are yet […]

2018 Roush Jackhammer Mustang revealed

Roush Performance has revealed the ‘Jackhammer’ Mustang this week, complete with a 710hp (529kW) supercharger kit. Based on the V8-engined Mustang GT Fastback, the Roush Jackhammer gets an array of mechanical and cosmetic upgrades, including height-adjustable coil-over suspension, engine machining and low-temperature radiator system components (both in preparation for the supercharger), extreme-duty half shafts, a JH […]

2018 Mazda BT-50 review

The 2018 Mazda BT-50 is like an ageing boxer: it can still pack a mean punch, but it lacks the pep of some of the young up-and-comers in the dual-cab market. It’s a market that continues to grow and doesn’t look like stopping either. Dual-cabs are on a relentless march. It’s surprising then that the Mazda […]

Jaguar XE SV Project 8 unleashed on Goodwood Circuit – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EDF06LwiRk The Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is a bonafide track weapon, already nabbing the four-door production car record at the famed Nurburgring circuit. But what do race drivers think of it? In this latest video, Le Mans champions Andy Wallace and Davy Jones take the limited-run sedan around the Goodwood Motor Circuit, and share their thoughts on what is […]

2018 Kia Niro EV revealed in Korea

Kia has whipped the covers off its production Niro EV at the International Electric Vehicle Expo in Korea, ahead of a wider market launch later in the year. The car unveiled in Korea has a 64kWh battery pack, good for 380km per charge, with a 32kWh model likely to be offered later in the year. […]

Former Volkswagen CEO charged over Dieselgate scandal

Martin Winterkorn, CEO of the Volkswagen Group at the time the Dieselgate scandal erupted into public view, has been indicted on four charges in the United States. The US indictment against Winterkorn was actually filed in secret in March, and was only revealed this week by the Detroit district court as the Volkswagen Group held […]

AMG Driving Academy Bathurst: The chance to conquer Mount Panorama in AMG’s street-legal hot rods

Pushing the pedal to the metal in a spanking new Mercedes-AMG E63 S down Mount Panorama’s Conrod Straight with the speedo counter nudging 250km/h might seem like a silly thing to do on a Monday morning, but to any car enthusiast worth their salt, it’s quite literally the Holy Grail. After all, for all but […]

2019 Jaguar F-Pace updates announced

Jaguar has announced details for the 2019 F-Pace range this week, brining a range of technology and comfort features for its mid-size SUV. Full pricing and specifications are still to be revealed, though new features for 2019 include the standard fitment of the larger 10-inch Touch Pro infotainment system across the range, along with the availability […]

Configurator Challenge: BMW X2

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 our perfect BMW X2. Let us know what you think […]

2018 Mercedes-AMG G63 review

For some scribes aboard the never-ending car launch gravy train, most events are business as usual, while others are like birthday parties. Except the latter tend to be less frequent than once a year. Despite prevailing belief, cause for celebration isn’t due to the quality of venue, food or frills – all damn fine most […]

Gran Turismo Sport categories explained – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEoLwKhO1Oc Have you ever played a racing game and wondered how the creators came up with certain levels or categories? Well, Gran Turismo Sport fans will be happy to know Playstation has created a video tutorial giving you the rundown of each category, and what kind of cars compete in each. The clip itself has some […]

Cars We Own: A week-long fang in the Audi S1

Sharing is caring, right? Daniel Davis, long-time CarAdvice reader, recently jumped behind the wheel of our Audi S1. Here’s what he thought of the car, in a short-and-sweet questionnaire.  What’s your daily driver?  My current daily drive is a 2014 Ford Ranger with the turbo-diesel 3.2-litre, five-cylinder engine.  I use the car for my job and find […]

2019 Peugeot 508 Touring headed to Paris – report

Peugeot could be prepping a new wagon-bodied variant of its new 508 for the Paris motor show in October – according to a new report. Auto Bild reckons the French brand will show the new 508 Touring in Paris, complete with a similar design to the recently-revealed sedan from the B-pillar forward, with a more practical […]

Would you spend time in an autonomous car? – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1SWseQIu9w Autonomous cars are coming, but the road from human to automated driving is a complex one. In Australia, one body responsible for helping drive that transition is the National Transport Commission (NTC).  The commission has already taken some steps to smooth the testing and rollout process: working with government, industry and community bodies, it […]

2018 Ram 2500 recalled

American Special Vehicles has issued a recall notice for the 2018 Ram 2500, over concerns about the Trailer Brake Module on cars with a 12-pin trailer plug. According to the import company, some MY18 trucks with the 12-pin plug may have the incorrect software installed, rendering the tail-lights on attached trailers inoperative. This, obviously, poses […]

Dodge teases wilder 2019 Challenger SRT Hellcat

Dodge has teased the 2019 Challenger SRT Hellcat, with a mean retro-inspired look up front. We don’t know anything about the supercharged V8 lurking under the bonnet, but that bonnet itself (or hood, in American speak) has gained a dual-snorkel air intake. It’s designed to bring to mind Mopar muscle from the mid-1960s and early-1970s, […]

Nikola sues Tesla over Semi truck design

Nikola has filed a lawsuit against Tesla, claiming the Silicon Valley-based electric vehicle (EV) firm copied the design of its One fuel-cell truck for the Semi. The company is suing for US$2 billion ($2.66b) over alleged copying of design elements like the One’s wraparound windscreen, aerodynamic fuselage design, the mid-entry door to the cabin, and front fender. […]

Volkswagen Tiguan Coupe coming in 2019 – report

The Volkswagen Tiguan could be getting a sporty coupe-style variant, according to a new report out of France. L’Automobile Magazine claims the German brand is preparing a Tiguan Coupe for release sometime in 2019 – likely a Europe on-sale date, mind you – serving a similar role for the standard Tiguan and Tiguan Allspace as the […]

Seat supports speed skating record run – Video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSaVkQxrWgU Ice skating isn’t a traditional Aussie past time, and Seat cars aren’t sold Down Under, but combining the two makes for an interesting video. Kjeld Nuis won’t be familiar to the majority of readers, but he won two speed skating gold medals at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, topping 60km/h in the process. The […]

2019 Kia Carnival review

People movers aren’t sexy, which is ironic considering plenty of sexy time was had by those with the actual need of one. But, there’s no question that when the time comes and you need to haul a family of six, seven, or eight, there are alternatives to the plethora of SUVs flooding our roads. Enter […]

2019 Kia Carnival pricing and specs

Kia has revealed local pricing and specifications for its updated Carnival people mover, which now kicks off at $42,490 before on-road costs. Power comes from a choice of 3.3-litre V6 petrol or 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel engines, both of which are hooked up to a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The petrol produces 206kW of power and 336Nm […]

Targa Tasmania: Results from the Apple Isle

The annual Targa Tasmania is one of the longest-running, best-respected events in Australian motorsport, taking participants on a tour of the Apple Isle’s finest – and most challenging – driving roads. Here’s a quick look at who excelled in each class of the the 2018 event, and who needs to up the pace next year. Click […]

Brabham BT62 unveiled

The track-only Brabham BT62 supercar was unveiled overnight at an event at the Australian High Commission in London. The BT62 is powered by a mid-mounted 5.4-litre naturally-aspirated V8 with 522kW of power and 667Nm of torque. Drive goes to the rear wheels via a six-speed Holinger sequential transmission. According Brabham Automotive, the BT62 has a […]

2019 BMW 3 Series interior spied in detail

The seventh-generation BMW 3 Series has been spied once again, but this time our spy photography agency was able to get numerous detailed shots of the car’s interior. Although large sections of the interior are still covered, this set of photos gives us our best look yet at the cabin of BMW’s signature model. In […]

Mini Hatch: Through the generations

The updated 2018 Mini Hatch is nearly upon us, but how far has it come since the original reborn, ‘new’ Mini Cooper? Good question! To find out, let’s have a look back in time to see how the German-owned British hatch has evolved after nearly two decades on sale. First generation (R50/R53): 2000-2006 Launched towards the end […]

Rolls-Royce Cullinan to be revealed May 10 – report

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan looks set for an official reveal on May 10, according to a new report. While we’re yet to hear any official announcement from the British luxury marque, Carscoops claims the company has “confirmed” its new ‘high-sided vehicle’ will be revealed at 7:00am EDT on May 10. Little else is revealed, so we can only speculate about […]

2005-08 Mazda B4000 Bravo added to Takata recall

Mazda Australia has recalled the B4000, better known as the Bravo, two-wheel drive ute as part of the ever-growing Takata airbag saga. As affected airbag inflators age, a combination of high temperatures and humidity can make the propellant degrade. If the car is involved in a collision and the airbags trigger, metal fragments can shoot out and […]

2018 Mini Hatch, Convertible pricing and specs

Mini Australia has announced pricing and specs for the facelifted Hatch and Convertible ranges, which touch down locally on July 1. After being treated to a mid-life spruce-up (or a Life Cycle Impulse in BMW-speak), the Cooper Hatch 3 Door will be priced from $29,900 before on-road costs, up $1990 on the current model – although Mini says you get $3600 […]

2018 Mini Cooper S review

The Union Jack is a readily identifiable symbol of all things British, and plenty of British brands like Mini, Jaguar and Land Rover deploy it in some form or another to signify their proud heritage – despite all three being owned by overseas parent companies. In the past, you could order the United Kingdom’s ensign on […]

Ford considering all options for loss-making areas

Much of automotive world is still digesting last week’s bombshell announcement that Ford will axe all traditional passengers cars from its US range, except for the Mustang and the upcoming Focus Active pseudo-crossover. According to Automotive News, Bob Shanks, Ford’s chief financial officer, said the company is considering all options for parts of the company […]

Roy Morgan: SUVs top buyer preferences

Data from research body, Roy Morgan, has confirmed what VFACTS data is already telling us: Australian new car buyers prefer high-riding crossovers to passenger cars. According to the latest release from Roy Morgan, which covers the three months ending February 2018, a total of 2.23 million Australians are planning to buy a car in the […]

Ford develops window tech to help the blind experience the environment

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDfqPMmNmmk Ford has revealed a new prototype system, dubbed Feel The View, which allows people who are blind or highly visually impaired to experience their vehicle’s surroundings. The device sits on one of the car’s windows. Via a button it captures a snapshot of the passing vista, and then converts the picture into a greyscale […]

Rusty cars flunk crash tests – video

httpv://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXId-bWRtpg New tests conducted by Thatcham Research have highlighted the dangers of driving vehicles corroded by rust. A fifth-generation Volkswagen Golf and a first-generation Mazda 6 were subjected to safety testing in line with the current Euro NCAP criteria, on behalf of Swedish insurance organisation, Folksam. The results demonstrate how chassis rust can impact a vehicle’s […]

Pagani Huayra BC Roadster spied

A camouflaged prototype believed to be the Pagani Huayra BC Roadster has been spied by photographers this week, hinting at the final variant of the company’s V12 hypercar before its successor arrives in the coming years. The company has already confirmed the Huayra Roadster will get the BC treatment, meaning we can expect the same wild […]