2022 Genesis G70 Coupe imagined

In almost no time at all Hyundai’s upmarket arm, Genesis, has built itself from nicer versions of Hyundai cars, to a fully-fledged premium contender. If Genesis wants to play with the likes of Mercedes-Benz and BMW it is missing one key product, for now. A svelte two-door would be the ideal profile-builder, while taking a swipe at the established C-Class and 4 Series coupes.

Volkswagen could launch a low-cost electric car by 2023 – report

Volkswagen plans to deliver a €20,000 (AU$32,000) electric vehicle by 2023, according to a new report from Reuters. The in-house project – reportedly codenamed 'Small BEV' (Battery Electric Vehicle) – is tasked with building a city car more affordable than the current ID.3, which was officially launched for Europe in September and is priced from €35,575 (AU$58,000) in Germany.

2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport review

In what might be the most sensible, practical move ever, the third car in Australia to be given the GR treatment is the C-HR SUV. While the 2020 Toyota C-HR GR Sport may not be a fully loaded performance model in the same way the GR Supra and GR Yaris are, it follows a familiar formula set by plenty of other brands.

2021 BMW 128ti price and specs: $56,900 for mid-tier hero

Australian pricing has been announced today for the mid-tier hero 2021 BMW 128ti hot hatch, ahead of a showroom debut set for the first quarter of 2021. The 128ti was initially unveiled with a 2.0-litre twin-scroll turbo petrol four-cylinder engine producing 195kW and 400Nm, but BMW Australia later confirmed Australian buyers would only be offered a reduced tune delivering 180kW and 380Nm.

Maserati to electrify entire line-up by 2025 – report

Maserati will electrify its entire line-up by 2025, according to the manufacturer’s chief executive officer Davide Grasso. Speaking at an online fashion event last week, Mr Grasso confirmed that within five years all models from the Italian manufacturer would be driven by hybrid or all-electric powertrains.

2022 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake imagined

It's all-but-confirmed Genesis is working on a svelte long-roof version of its G70 mid-size sedan. While its existence has yet to be confirmed officially by the Korean luxury brand, the G70 wagon – or 'Shooting Brake', as it's rumoured to be badged – has been spied testing in production guise on European roads and racetracks in recent months, clad in heavy camouflage.

US safety body to investigate 115,000 Tesla cars over suspension issue

The United States' National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a probe into 115,000 Tesla cars over a safety issue pertaining to the vehicles' front suspension. According to news outlet Reuters, Tesla issued a service bulletin in 2017 addressing the issue, explaining that some Model X and Model S cars have “front fore links that may not meet Tesla strength specifications".

Porsche 911 GT2 RS breaks Mount Panorama production car lap record

A Porsche 911 GT2 RS has broken the production car lap record at Mount Panorama, with amateur driver Jeff Morton behind the wheel. The time of 2:14.24 – achieved during a Super Sprint session at the Challenge Bathurst event – shaved more than two seconds of the previous record of 2:16.50, set in 2017 by Bernd Schneider in a Mercedes-AMG GT R. “I’m extremely happy, the time came pretty easily in the end,” Morton said of the attempt.

New Cars: 2020 New Car Calendar, the December update

Australia's new car market, it is fair to say, did not have a stellar year in 2019. Month after month, sales were down, with consumer confidence low and dealers struggling with significant changes to finance regulations.

2020 Genesis G70 3.3T long-term review: Introduction

We have a new long-termer in the Sydney CarAdvice garage – and it's not an SUV. You may also be surprised that our performance rear-wheel-drive sedan doesn't hail from Europe, either. Meet our new 2020 Genesis G70 3.3T Sport. Priced at $72,450 before on-roads, it sits in the middle of the range as the cheapest entry into a 3.3-litre V6 twin-turbo-powered car.

Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini: Italian icons partner to build limited-edition superbike

Lamborghini and Ducati have teamed up to design a limited-edition superbike based on the Diavel 1260 S. Just 630 examples of the two-wheeler – called the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini – will be produced. Design inspiration was drawn from the green and gold Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 hybrid, which was unveiled to much fanfare in 2019.

Isuzu D-Max production ramps up again after temporary shutdown

Production of the new Isuzu D-Max is ramping back up again after a parts shortage temporarily interrupted supply of Australian models. Earlier this month, Isuzu Ute Australia issued an urgent bulletin to dealers and wrote to customers to apologise for an unexpected delay in production at its Thailand factory due to a critical component not being available out of Europe. Isuzu’s initial forecast was that the new Isuzu D-Max could be out of production for up to three months.

Iconic Holden dealer switches to Ford

One of Australia’s biggest and longest serving Holden dealers has switched to Ford, in a showroom swap that would have once been unthinkable. The former Suttons Holden dealership in the Sydney suburb of Homebush will soon start selling new Ford cars after a dealer agreement was finalised last week. The new name – Suttons Ford – may not roll off the tongue for many die-hard Holden fans.

A modern Lancia 037 Stradale? Yes please!

It remains one of the most iconic rally cars in history, the last rear-wheel drive car to win the World Rally Championship against a horde of four-wheel drive rivals. With rally royalty Walter Röhrl and Markku Alen behind the wheel, the Lancia 037 propelled the Italian manufacturer to the WRC Manufacturers’ title in 1983, against the might of Audi and its fearsome all-wheel drive Quattro.

Formula One’s Romain Grosjean escapes fiery crash during Bahrain Grand Prix

French Formula One driver Romain Grosjean walked away from a horrific crash during last night’s Bahrain Grand Prix, escaping with just superficial burns to the hands and feet. The Hass driver – who is without a seat for the 2021 season – hit an Armco barrier at approximately 220km/h, tearing a hole through the escape road fencing, splitting his car in half, and rupturing the fuel cell.

2020 Hyundai Venue Elite long-term review: City living

Let me paint a picture of my street for you: it’s narrow, it’s one-way, it’s located five minutes from the city, and it’s close to two major train stations in a busy little enclave. Cars can park on both sides of the road, and because my suburb is constantly in the grips of ongoing construction, the majority of vehicles are huge utes or vans. Rarely can you nose neatly into a park – you typically have to reverse in.

Victoria to fine non-electric car owners who park in designated EV spots

Victoria could soon implement fines for non-electric car owners occupying designated electric car charging and parking spots, under new proposed amendments to the state's road rules. According to a new recommendation to parliament filed by Minister for Roads and Road Safety Ben Carroll, non-electric car owners could be fined up to $330 for unlawfully occupying a parking space specifically marked out for electric car owners.

2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport price and specs: Sportier alternative to Koba trim

The 2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport has landed, providing our first look at the company's performance-oriented sub-brand. Only available as a hybrid, Toyota has positioned the new C-HR variant as a sportier alternative for buyers, with the new model sitting alongside the range-topping C-HR Koba. A number of updates were made to the C-HR line-up in August 2020, with new safety tech accompanying a price rise.

BMW shifts factory production to electric vehicles – report

BMW is retooling its factories in Germany to focus on electric vehicles (EVs). All petrol and diesel combustion engines will be produced at the company's plants in England and Austria, while its German factories are converted to build EVs and related components, news outlet Reuters reports. In July 2020, BMW announced it was shifting towards an electric future, with 25 electrified models to be rolled out over the next three years.

Tesla Model S loses its roof in China, Tesla responds

Footage of a Tesla Model S allegedly losing its roof on a freeway has been captured by a dashcam in China, making it the second Tesla vehicle in two months (that we know of) to lose the crucial element while on the road. In the latest video – which was originally posted to Chinese social networking site Weibo before being shared on Reddit – a Model S can be seen speeding down the right lane of a freeway on November 22, before its glass roof breaks free and flies toward the cars behind.

2021 Volkswagen Amarok W580 online ordering goes live this week

The 2021 Volkswagen Amarok W580 will go on sale online from midday this Thursday, with the first 30 customers treated to an all-expenses-paid “money can’t buy” experience, including a V8 Supercar track day. One of Australia’s most powerful utes – and soon the only one with a turbo diesel V6 and constant all-wheel-drive once the Mercedes X-Class is axed – gains a mild styling makeover and a new, locally-developed wheel and tyre package (and a wider track) for even more car-like handling.

News recap: best stories from the week that was ICYMI

Toyota fans and self-appointed experts on car enthusiast forums were finally put out of their misery last week, when Toyota eventually revealed the price of the Yaris GR Rallye, an even more special version of the already-special hot hatch. But the squeals started again as soon as the price was announced: $56,200 drive-away. For a Yaris. Suddenly the $39,950 drive-away introductory price looks almost reasonable. Catch up here.

Video: Volvo drops its cars from a crane to simulate 'extreme crashes'

Volvo is ensuring its cars are prepared for all crash conditions by dropping its vehicles 30 metres from a crane, in an effort to prepare them for extreme collisions. The scenario was used to simulate the results of extreme crashes – such as high-speed, single-vehicle collisions or truck and passenger vehicle collisions – in order to both improve in-car safety systems and help provide training for rescue crews.

2020 Audi A4 Allroad review

The Audi A4 Allroad has returned as part of the updated 2020 A4 range – again offering a niche, high-riding wagon alternative to the Q5 SUV. As with other A4s receiving their first major upgrade since the latest-generation luxury car was launched in 2016, the Allroad gains changes to its bodywork and revised LED lights front and rear. The designers have put some extra chiselling into the sheetmetal, while the styling tweaks bring a 24mm increase in overall length and a 5mm gain in width.

Lamborghini to retain V12 powerplant, will introduce hybrid tech

The Lamborghini Aventador's successor will retain its naturally aspirated V12 powerplant, according to the manufacturer’s chief technical officer Maurizio Reggiani. The 6.5-litre engine will, however, be paired with a hybrid electric motor. Speaking to Car & Driver earlier this week, Mr Reggiani said "the V12 has been part of the story of Lamborghini since the very beginning".

South Australia number plate '1' sells for $700,000

The South Australian number plate '1' has sold at auction for $700,000. Pickles Auctions offered the number plate alongside '2', which ended up selling for $185,000. But while '2' may have been a 'relative' bargain, website historicplates.com.au says there's more than one South Australian '1' number plate in existence.

2020 BMW M550i xDrive Pure review

Read the news lately? Barely a day passes without a suggestion that BMW may have lost its way. The storied German brand seems to be doing its best to usurp the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’ mantra with perhaps a wordier ‘Really quite good and undoubtedly clever, if only you can get past the design' style slogan. I’ll be the first to admit it’s not quite as catchy, and I’d be concerned… If it weren’t for cars like this.

Nissan to receive $2.72 billion loan to improve US sales – report

Nissan is set to receive a large loan from Japan's export credit agency in order to help the car company offer finance to US customers. News outlet Reuters reports the state-owned Japan Bank of International Cooperation (JBIC) will extend credit of US$2 billion (AU$2.72B) to Nissan, with the view to improve export sales to the US.

Mitsuoka Buddy unveiled: Retro American styling for the Toyota RAV4 – UPDATE

UPDATE, 27 November, 2020: The Mitsuoka Buddy has been officially launched in Japan, following a limited number of photos emerging of the SUV last month. The Buddy is essentially a Toyota RAV4 in a 1980s American outfit, with Mitsuoka giving the SUV a distinctly retro design. Buyers can choose which engine and trim they desire from the RAV4 range before the vehicle is transformed into a Buddy.

US study names the car brands with the best reliability in 2020

An annual survey ranking the most reliable car brands in the United States has crowned Mazda as the manufacturer with the best record in 2020. Every year, Consumer Reports – an independent product testing and research agency – ranks car brands according to their reliability scores, which are ascertained via the agency's own testing of at least two models in a manufacturers' line-up.

Top Five: Motorsports shows you can stream right now

It's been an usual year for motorsports – like most things in 2020 – with many championships either cancelled or rushed through thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. With 2021 just on the horizon and most car-racing seasons winding down, we wanted to bring our readers' attention to a few shows we thought might be of interest, to help bridge the gap over the holiday period.

Around the tracks: The world's most enthusiastic car salesman

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 photos, articles, videos or 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 – just not too much, okay? It's been a rough year for car dealers and it appears some of them are resorting to ever more creative tactics to shift stock.

2021 Toyota Fortuner GX review

Toyota Fortuner: the forgotten 4x4 of an otherwise top-selling line-up. While the LandCruiser Prado and HiLux continue to rack up market-leading sales figures, the Fortuner has collected a relatively modest slice of pie. Hell, even the very expensive 200 and 70 Series LandCruisers seem to find more homes each month.

Video: 2021 Kia Sportage GT-Line long-termer introduction

Introducing our latest long-termer, the 2021 Kia Sportage GT-Line, in petrol form.

2021 Porsche 911 GT3 details emerge: 9000rpm redline, 375kW output, no weight gain

Official details of the upcoming 2021 Porsche 911 GT3 have surfaced overseas, ahead of the track-focused model's expected unveiling in early 2021. Porsche has given passenger rides to international publications in a prototype GT3, revealing a number of details and specifications of the new GT-branded 911, including its engine, suspension and aerodynamics package.

2022 Toyota Tundra leaked and rendered ahead of big debut

The 2022 Toyota Tundra has been leaked online in a series of low-quality photos. Images posted on Instagram by @car_secrets show distinctive Y-shaped headlights for the upcoming third-generation Toyota pick-up. The Tundra is Toyota's answer to the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and RAM 1500, with the full-size pick-up being built in the US since 1999. The current model first went into production in 2007, receiving a major update in 2014.

2021 Kia Sportage GT-Line petrol long-term review: Introduction

It’s fair to say I had high expectations for my latest long-termer, the 2021 Kia Sportage, before I even got behind the wheel. Kia’s reputation for having an impressive seven-year warranty, an increasingly positive reputation, affordable pricing, fresh design and comprehensive packaging precedes it.

2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA leaked with minimal camouflage

The upcoming 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA electric small SUV has leaked on social media with minimal disguise, ahead of its expected unveiling in the coming months.

2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback revealed

The 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback has been officially unveiled in Europe. The SQ5 Sportback combines the sloping roofline and coupe-inspired body of the standard Q5 Sportback, with the performance-oriented drivetrain and chassis of the recently-revealed facelifted SQ5 TDI. While not unveiled today, it's likely a petrol-powered TFSI version of the Audi SQ5 Sportback will follow at a later date, sharing its 250kW/500Nm turbo V6 with the 'standard' SQ5 TFSI, targeted at the North American market.

2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Dawn and Wraith Black Badge gain Neon Nights special editions

The 2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Dawn and Wraith Black Badge 'Neon Nights' special editions have been unveiled, adding a splash of colour to the British brand's dark-themed performance models. Rolls-Royce says just four of each Neon Nights-hued Black Badge model will be offered, each featuring a different exterior and interior colour scheme inspired by "the natural world".

2021 Nissan X-Terra: Navara-based SUV unveiled for overseas markets

The 2021 Nissan X-Terra has been revealed for Middle Eastern and South-East Asian markets. Much like previous-generations of the Nissan Pathfinder, the new X-Terra places an SUV body on Navara ute underpinnings.

2020 Renault Kangoo Maxi review

The proliferation of small – and perhaps medium – vans in Australia shows that Aussie buyers know what works. Especially when they spend their time running around town. The 2020 Renault Kangoo Maxi slots firmly into that middle ground, and is aiming to take the fight up to the segment-leading Volkswagen Caddy. When you see how many there are on the road, it makes you wonder why Toyota doesn’t make a baby HiAce available.

Kia Sorento Yosemite and Zion concepts unveiled in the US

Kia's US division has unveiled a pair of rugged concepts based on its Sorento seven-seat SUV. Based on the flagship, off-road-oriented X-Line variant of the Sorento offered in the US, Kia's Yosemite Edition and Zion Edition concepts – named after two American national parks – have been created by LGE-CTS Motorsports of San Dimas, California.

2021 Toyota GR Yaris Rallye price and specs: $56,200 drive-away for the first 200 cars

Toyota Australia has revealed pricing and specification details for its upcoming 2021 Toyota GR Yaris Rallye. As it did with the regular GR Yaris, Toyota Australia will initially offer the Rallye with special introductory pricing of $56,200 drive-away. The special drive-away offer is limited to the first 200 units only.

Toyota GR Yaris stock sold out – UPDATE: More stock due second half of 2021 at full retail price

UPDATE, November 26, 2020: Toyota Australia's vice-president of sales and marketing, Sean Hanley, has confirmed that the company's request for additional GR Yaris stock will be fulfilled during the second half of 2021.

Toyota Australia launches Gazoo Racing Club

Toyota Australia plans to unite like-minded enthusiasts with its newly formed Gazoo Racing (GR) Club. Those who join will receive exclusive invites to customer drive days, special offers and discounts, as well as access to member-only areas at motorsport events which Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia is involved with. The brand is also hoping the club will create a community centred around its GR performance brand.

Toyota reveals Aussie-designed GR Yaris AP4 rally car

Toyota Australia has revealed its GR Yaris AP4 rally car. It has been developed and built in-conjunction with factory-backed outfit Neal Bates Motorsport, who competes in the Australian Rally Championship as the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia rally team. The rally car is set to debut in the 2021 Australian Rally Championship season, where two examples will be campaigned by Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia factory drivers and siblings, Harry and Lewis Bates.

'Tax trucks, not electric cars' – an economist's controversial proposal

As several states propose dedicated taxes for electric cars in lieu of the fuel excise, an Australian economist has suggested a potentially controversial alternative plan for "fairly" taxing road users to cover national road maintenance. Richard Denniss, Chief Economist at The Australia Institute think tank, has slammed misconceptions that the fuel excise gives electric cars a free ride, suggesting the Federal Government should instead increase taxes on heavy trucks.

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E revealed, Australia ruled out – UPDATE: EPA range figures confirmed

UPDATE, November 26, 2020: Over a year since the Mach-E's initial unveiling, many of the 'estimated' range figures given at launch have finally been confirmed by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Standard Range, 75.7kWh Mach-E models in rear- and all-wheel-drive configurations will be able to travel 370km and 340km respectively (the latter up 1 mile/2km), while Extended Range, 98.8kWh cars claim driving ranges of 483km and 435km in RWD and AWD guises respectively.

2022 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake wagon spied testing, Australian arm keen

A prototype of the upcoming Genesis G70 Shooting Brake has been spied testing on the Nurburgring this week, marking just the latest appearance of the new long-roof variant. The last time we wrote about the new G70 wagon, the mid-sized sedan's facelift had not yet been revealed, leaving a little more mystery as to how this new variant might look.

Video: Limited-edition Ferrari 488 GT Modificata unveiled for the track

Ferrari has unveiled the 488 GT Modificata, a track-only vehicle made with parts developed for the 488 GT3 and 488 GTE racing cars. While Ferrari is coy about the exact figures, it says the 488 GT Modificata's 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 engine puts out around 515kW of power – up more than 20kW over the standard road-going variant. New gear ratios for the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, coupled with a carbon-fibre clutch, help transfer power to the rear wheels.

Video: Limited-edition Ferrari 488 GT Modificata unveiled for the track

Ferrari has unveiled the 488 GT Modificata, a track-only vehicle made with parts developed for the 488 GT3 and 488 GTE racing cars. While Ferrari is coy about the exact figures, it says the 488 GT Modificata's 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 engine puts out around 515kW of power – up more than 20kW over the standard road-going variant. New gear ratios for the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, coupled with a carbon-fibre clutch, help transfer power to the rear wheels.

Autonomous technologies make us less safe, new study finds

Autonomous technologies and driver aids may actually make us less safe, a new study has found. The research – conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in conjunction with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology – concluded that drivers were more likely to fidget with electronics and take both hands off the steering wheel when they became accustomed to adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist features.

Tesla shares skyrocket, making Elon Musk world's second richest man

Elon Musk now sits behind only Amazon-founder Jeff Bezos on the international rich-list, following a sharp rise in the valuation of Tesla this week. In the last seven days alone shares in the electric vehicle manufacturer rose from $447 (approximately AU$607) to $558 (approximately AU$758), representing an increase of approximately 25 per cent. Market capitalisation now sits at $526.45 billion (approximately AU$715 billion).

2021 Audi TTS: Power boost announced, Competition Plus and Bronze Selection editions unveiled for Europe

The 2021 Audi TTS is set to receive some updates for the European market. Audi's mid-grade, performance-oriented TTS coupe and Roadster has received a power increase in Europe for 2021, alongside Competition Plus and Bronze Selection special editions for Europe.

2020 Audi Q5 recalled for welding fault

Audi Australia has issued a recall on eight examples of its Q5 SUV, citing incorrect welding. The affected vehicles were sold between June and July, 2020 (MY2020). The recall notice, lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), says “due to incorrect welding, the gap on the adjusting mechanism for the backrest of the front seats may be faulty”.

2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback review: 55 Quattro First Edition

It's great to see a brand remaining faithful to its heritage when undergoing change. Audi's promise to continue with its signature Quattro nameplate, despite pivoting to electric vehicles, is just that. I'm sure that anyone who's ever shopped in the premium segments knows about Quattro. It's so synonymous with the brand – a sporty, all-wheel-drive system that enables fierce all-weather traction and sure-footed confidence.

2020 Subaru Liberty Final Edition announced as a swan-song special

In the automotive world, there are final editions, and then there are final editions – and this one is unlikely to be of the John Farnham variety. Following the announcement of its retirement in early September, a special swansong package has been applied to 31 examples of the 2020 Subaru Liberty sedan in Australia.

Victoria's speeding fine revenue to increase by 60 per cent, despite safer drivers

Revenue collected from speeding fines is set to increase by nearly 60 per cent, according to figures listed in the Victorian Government's 2020-2021 Budget this week. The increased revenue is the result of an initiative by the State Government to increase the speed camera program by 75 per cent. The discrepancy between the expansion and the forecasted revenue aligns with figures showing speed and red light camera fines have been falling in recent years.

REVISIT: 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio review

UPDATE, November 25, 2020: With a freshly updated Giulia Q bound for Australian roads soon, the time is right to take another look at the outgoing specification. I was warned by not one, not two, but three of my well-meaning colleagues before getting behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio.

NSW-Victoria border crossings: The best ways to switch states

The cross-state road trip is officially back in business! And it’s certainly true that you often don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone. All those people who had been planning a journey from Victoria to New South Wales or vice versa will know this feeling all too well, after their travel plans were put on indefinite hold earlier this year with the re-introduction of Victoria’s coronavirus lockdowns.

2021 Ford Ranger price and specs: Wildtrak X returns

The popular Ford Ranger Wildtrak X will receive a number of minor tweaks for 2021. First announced in late 2019, and then updated again in August 2020, the 'MY21.25' Ranger Wildtrak X dual-cab gains a handful of additions over MY20 versions, many of which mirror changes to Thai-delivered Rangers earlier this month.

Video: Isuzu D-Max Old vs New

Isuzu has an all-new D-Max, which has proven to be quite a favourite of the CarAdvice team, but exactly how much better is it than the old model?

2021 Tesla Model S to get small range bump, passing base Lucid Air – report

The Tesla Model S could be in line for yet another increase to its all-electric driving range, according to new reports out of the US. Online electric vehicle-centric publication Electrek obtained images of the dealer 'window sticker' – a mandatory label attached to new US-market vehicles detailing pricing, fuel/energy consumption and key equipment information – affixed to a new, November-produced Model S Long Range Plus, revealing an EPA-rated combined range of 409 miles, or 658km.

Audi Q5 E-Tron, Porsche Macan EV arriving in 2022 – report

Details have emerged out of Europe of the Volkswagen Group's planned electric vehicle (EV) onslaught over the next two years. A screenshot of a leaked presentation shown during a Volkswagen Group investor meeting earlier this week – published online by Romanian publication Automarket – reveals the launch dates for a range of the Volkswagen Group's upcoming all-electric models.

General Motors commits to 30 new all-electric models by 2030

w General Motors will launch 30 all-new electric vehicle models by the end of the decade, with the Cadillac, GMC, Chevrolet and Buick marques all confirmed to take part in the range expansion. The manufacturing conglomerate – which was, until last week, working with the Trump administration to roll back a spate of environmental protections in the United States – says it now intends to invest $27 billion into its zero-emission development program.

The Aussie-built Japanese limousine

We’ve already covered the Mazda Roadpacer, that ill-conceived take on the Holden Kingswood powered by Mazda’s ubiquitous rotary engine. More recently, we discovered the Daewoo Royale Salon with more than a passing resemblance to our own VB Commodore. And then there’s this, the Isuzu Statesman De Ville, a rebadged Holden HQ Statesman intended for the Japanese market.

Rivian to launch smaller electric vehicles for international market

Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian will likely build smaller models for the overseas market, following the launch of its R1T pick-up and R1S SUV in the USA. Speaking to Reuters over the weekend, company founder and Chief Executive RJ Scaringe explained that broadening the brand’s appeal would require tailoring products specifically for China and Europe.

Tesla's Model X is vulnerable to hackers and thieves, Belgian researchers claim

Researchers in Belgium claim they have found loopholes in the Tesla Model X's on-board security system that could be exploited by hackers and potential car thieves. Using a self-assembled hardware kit costing just $300, experts from the Computer Security and Industrial Cryptography (COSIC) group were able to hack into the Model X's key fob via Bluetooth. In doing so, they were able to not only unlock the $160,000+ electric SUV, but start it and drive it away – all in a matter of minutes.

Nico Rosberg takes the new Rimac C_Two prototype for its first spin

Former Formula One driver Nico Rosberg tested a prototype version of the Rimac C_Two all-electric hypercar on public roads over the weekend, becoming the first person outside the Croatian manufacturer’s development team to do so. The 2016 world champion – who in August of this year announced he had personally ordered a C_Two – described the driving experience as “unreal.”

Jaguar Land Rover is seeking to block Volkswagen Group SUVs in the US

Jaguar Land Rover has filed a lawsuit to block certain SUVs from the Volkswagen Group from being imported into the United States, alleging the VW Group has used its patented all-terrain technology without permission. The technology in question is called Terrain Response, which is available on Land Rover SUVs like the Discovery Sport or Range Rover, or Jaguar SUVs like the F-Pace, and allows drivers to select from several drive modes optimised for various surfaces and conditions.

2021 Kia Rio GT-Line review

There was a time, not all that long ago, when new-car buyers on a budget could land a deal for under $10,000. As recently as 2013, the abominable Chery J1 city car could be yours for $9990.

2021 Nissan Note E-Power revealed, no plans for Australia

The all-new 2021 Nissan Note has been officially unveiled, ahead of a Japanese sales launch on 23 December 2020. The third generation of the brand's Yaris-sized city car shifts to the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance's CMF-B platform, shared with the latest Renault Clio, Renault Captur and Nissan Juke.

Subaru reveals why its 2022 BRZ missed out on turbo power

The 2022 Subaru BRZ was officially unveiled last week, but, to the disappointment of many fans, the low-slung sports coupe still doesn’t have a turbo – now the Japanese manufacturer has revealed the reason why. The new-generation model is powered by a naturally-aspirated version of Subaru's 2.4-litre 'FA24' petrol four-cylinder 'boxer' engine, which sends 170kW and 249Nm to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual or six-speed torque-converter automatic transmission.

Porsche Taycan sets world record for longest electric vehicle drift

Porsche has set a new Guinness world record for the longest continuous drift in an electric vehicle (EV). Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) chief instructor Dennis Retera recorded 210 laps around the 200-metre wet circular skidpad at the brand's Experience Centre at the Hockenheimring circuit in Germany.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 long-term review: Urban living

Living with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 in the literal confines of a city transitioning out of lockdown has presented a somewhat relevant comparison landscape for the husky SUV. The giant G has remained constant in an environment that has gradually become busier and more crowded. A shrinking space around the car taking the luxury of parking where I want, and the greater luxury of doing it without family onboard, away.

2021 McLaren Artura: Name confirmed for hybrid supercar

McLaren's upcoming hybrid supercar has been given a name: Artura. Due to launch in the first half of 2021, the Artura is the (indirect) replacement for the British brand's popular Sports Series line of supercars – consisting of 540C, 570S, 570GT, 600LT and 620R variants – and, unlike its predecessors, shifts away from a numerical nameplate derived from the car's power output, towards a word-based moniker.

Ineos and Hyundai join forces on hydrogen, Grenadier targeted

Hyundai and Ineos have signed a memorandum of understanding, as they look to work together on developing hydrogen fuel cell technology. Both companies will look to develop strategies in the production and distribution of hydrogen, along with adding hydrogen fuel cell power to more of their respective line ups. Hyundai is a leader in fuel cell technology, after investing a huge sum of money in the alternative choice to battery electric power.

2022 Subaru BRZ STI Rallye: Off-road 'Safari' coupe imagined

The much-anticipated Subaru BRZ coupe has been revealed to the world, and it's been the inspiration for same day-dreaming here at CarAdvice. Last week the BRZ was unveiled, with Subaru showing off a heavily-revised version of the first-gen BRZ, but with an increased length, a lower height, and a much stiffer chassis than the outgoing model.

Mercedes-Benz R-Class to return in 2025 as AMG-badged 750kW EV – report

The Mercedes-Benz R-Class seven-seater could be on track to return for 2025, according to a new report from the UK's Car magazine. However, while the original R-Class sold from 2006 to 2013 offered V6 and V8 naturally-aspirated petrol and turbo-diesel engines with – C63-engined R63 AMG aside – little to no performance bent, Car claims the new R-Class will be an all-electric, high-performance luxury seven-seater to top Mercedes' electric vehicle (EV) line-up.

2022 Jeep Compass revealed at Guangzhou motor show

The 2022 Jeep Compass has been officially unveiled at the Guangzhou motor show, just weeks after the facelifted crossover was leaked online. The exterior updates are subtle, with the standard Compass getting a revised front end with a new grille, lower air intake, and restyled fog lights. Meanwhile, the Trailhawk variant (shown below) picks up new alloys, a red and matte black bonnet decal, and repositioned lower fog lights.

2021 Lincoln Nautilus facelift unveiled for the US

Ford's luxury arm Lincoln has taken the wraps off its facelifted Nautilus crossover, ahead of a US market launch in early 2021. The refreshed Lincoln Nautilus is a twin under the skin to the Ford Endura, known in the US as the Ford Edge. Yesterday it was announced the Endura would be discontinued in Australia.

Toyota Crown sedan to be retired, replaced by an SUV – report

Toyota is set to kill off its second-oldest nameplate, with reports out of Japan suggesting the Toyota Crown – in its current sedan form, at least – will be retired. A report in Japanese newspaper Chunichi Shimbun states that Toyota will cease production of the Crown sedan but will retain the nameplate, likely on an SUV, slated for 2022.

Lewis Hamilton to be knighted – report

Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton will be knighted, according to UK newspaper the Daily Mail. Calls for Hamilton's knighthood became louder after the 35-year-old equalled Michael Schumacher's record of seven F1 championship titles earlier this month at the Turkish Grand Prix.

2020 LDV Deliver 9 review

LDV is on the upward march, and perhaps nothing shows the vast improvements this Chinese car manufacturer is making better than the 2020 LDV Deliver 9, the brand's new commercial van. We’ve already seen what its car and SUV arm can do with new MG vehicles (owned by the same parent company, China's SAIC), even pushing the envelope in the leading-edge electric car space with enticing vehicles at a sharp price.

2019-2020 BMW X3 and X4 recalled for seat belt problem

BMW Australia has issued a recall of 48 examples of the 2019-20 (MY19-20) X3 and X4 due to a potential fault with the seat belt fittings. The recall notice, lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), says the seat belts may not have been screwed to the correct specification. Affected BMW X3 and X4 SUVs were sold between 6 December 2019 and 5 August 2020. BMW Australia has been contacted and this story will be updated with its response.

Relive the glory days of Gran Turismo from your laptop!

Miss trolling used-car dealerships in the hope you’ll find a rare 1983 Mazda RX-7 GT Turbo, or still feel you’ve got a couple of tenths around the Autumn Ring in a worked Toyota Supra SZ-R up your sleeve, and looking for a way to pass the time until the all-new Gran Turismo 7 arrives on the PlayStation 5 next year? Obviously, you do. We all do.

2022 Toyota GR 86 imagined in new renderings

With Subaru's new BRZ revealed last week to a generally favourable response, fans are now waiting on signs from Toyota that the new 86 coupe is near. In their first generation, both cars were unveiled within days of each other, ahead of a 2011 Tokyo motor show debut. (Remember motor shows?)

2021 Toyota HiLux Rugged X review

It’s the rootin’est, tootin’est, off-roadiest ute in the range, and now the 2021 Toyota HiLux Rugged X has been mildly revised to receive the updates that have been delivered across the rest of the HiLux line-up. But does the range-topping 'Chapel Street Cowboy' bring anything other than a well-ticked accessory catalogue to the otherwise standard and solid HiLux platform? Let’s pull on a pair of brand-new RM Williams boots to find out!

Australian Automobile Association calls for nationalised electric vehicle tax

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has called for a “nationally consistent road user charge for electric vehicles,” following last week's announcement that Victoria would follow South Australia in implementing a per/km EV levy from 2021.

Ford Endura axed in Australia

The end of the road has arrived for the Ford Endura in Australia, with the brand confirming the SUV will be phased out locally by the end of 2020. Ford Australia Communications Director, Matt Moran, told CarAdvice today: “With the expansion of the Ford SUV line-up in 2020 to include the all-new Puma and Escape, as well as our growing Everest offerings, we’ve decided to hone our SUV line-up to these three vehicles, meaning Endura will depart our Australian line-up by the end of 2020”.

Volkswagen Group developing 'Landjet' electric flagship for Audi, Bentley and Porsche – report

The Volkswagen Group is developing a new flagship electric vehicle for three of its premium brands, according to a report from German newspaper Handelsblatt. Codenamed 'Landjet', development of the top-rung electric car is reportedly being led by Audi's autonomous- and electric-focused Artemis division, and is slated to be aimed squarely at a potential next-generation version of the Tesla Model S.

REVISIT: 2020 BMW M2 CS review

UPDATE, November 2020: After experiencing production delays earlier this year due to COVID-19, BMW Australia has confirmed that some stock of the limited-edition M2 CS has now landed locally! Only 84 examples of the $139,900 (before options and on-road costs) M2 CS are coming to Australia, so if you want to end 2020 on a high note, you'd best get in quickly! We haven't driven it on local roads yet – but until we do, here's a reminder of what the ultimate BMW pocket-rocket is like.

2021 Mazda 3 updated for Japan with more power, improved refinement

Mazda has unveiled a range of updates for the brand's popular 2021 Mazda 3 small car in Japan, though it's unclear whether the changes will make their way to Australia. Headlining the updates – at least those most relevant to Australian customers – are upgrades for the recently-introduced, breakthrough SkyActiv-X petrol engine.

2021 GWM Cannon ute from $33,990 to $40,990 drive-away, on sale this week

The pioneer of the Chinese vehicles in Australia – Great Wall Motors – has delivered its biggest overhaul in more than 10 years, and is poised to shake-up the affordable end of the double-cab ute market. The 2021 GWM Cannon is an all-new model with more technology than the segment leaders – and more equipment than the Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50 at a fraction of their price.

2021 Toyota HiLux Rogue review

As part of the overhauled Toyota HiLux range, the two-pronged town ute and country ute Rogue and Rugged X approach continues. While it’s no city car, the 2021 Toyota HiLux Rogue 4x4 is still very much a HiLux, but the equipment on board makes for an almost-sensible urban package… Almost.

Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series V8 diesel to end production March 2021

Fans who want to secure one of the last examples of the Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series V8 turbo diesel will need to get a move on. The Toyota LandCruiser 200 Series V8 turbo diesel is approaching the end of the production line, with the last batch due to be built in March 2021.

Canberra debates Honda and Mercedes plan to introduce fixed new-car prices

A Senate Inquiry in Canberra has been told new-car prices will likely rise under a radical plan by Honda and Mercedes-Benz to change the way they sell vehicles in Australia – amid renewed calls for the Federal Government to introduce legislation to better protect consumers and local businesses.

Holden closure: ‘Weak’ franchise laws could see other brands leave Australia, dealer group warns

With Holden only five weeks away from closing its doors in Australia – and after 31 months in a row of new-car sales decline – a Senate Inquiry in Canberra has been told current franchise laws make it too easy for multinational car companies to shut-up shop locally, wipe out jobs, and leave customers high and dry.

New Cars: 2020 New Car Calendar, the November update

Australia's new car market, it is fair to say, did not have a stellar year in 2019. Month after month, sales were down, with consumer confidence low and dealers struggling with significant changes to finance regulations.

News recap: best stories from the week that was ICYMI

The state of Victoria followed South Australia’s lead (pun intended) by coming up with a per-kilometre charge for electric cars in lieu of fuel excise, but they’re still at least 40 per cent cheaper to run than a petrol car. The Australian Automobile Association repeated its calls for a national approach. Heads-up: this is coming to all cars, it’s just starting with electric vehicles. Read all about it here.

Around the tracks: The Rock can't fit into a Porsche Taycan

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 photos, articles, videos or 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 – just not too much, okay? We knew Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson was big, we just didn't know he was 'too large for a Porsche Taycan' big.

Honda put what in the back?

Honda's story is one of clever engineering. Its founder, Soichiro Honda, is recognised as the key protagonist in this tale. He was the sort of guy that held a private pilot's licence aged in his 70s. His wife was equal-minded, also flying planes late into her senior years, too. Honda's famed motorcycles first rose to stardom. During the 1960s, under Soichiro's watch, its American subsidiary sold a million examples in less than 10 years.

Start-up brand Elation previews Freedom hypercar

American-based start-up Elation has previewed its Freedom hypercar. According to its website, Elation was founded by South American pair Carlos Satulovsky, and Mauro Saravia. The duo met in their native country of Argentina in 1985, and had originally planned to build an ultra-light airplane facility. This plan was abandoned due to unrest in the nation.

2021 Skoda Octavia RS shown in UK police livery

The 2021 Skoda Octavia RS has been unveiled as a police pursuit vehicle in the UK. The fourth-generation sedan from Skoda will share its powertrain with the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI, but offering buyers a sleek liftback body with hot hatch performance. Using a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine, the RS develops 180kW of power and 370Nm of torque, propelling the Octavia to 100km/h from a standstill in 6.6 seconds through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Ford unveils modified 'Auto Nights' concept cars

Ford has revealed a slew of modified concepts based on its latest models, unveiled on Friday as part of the brand's 'Ford Auto Nights SEMA Show Special' livestream event. The online-only Auto Nights event was set up, as its name suggests, in place of the 2020 SEMA show in Las Vegas, which was cancelled as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Headlining the roster of modified show car and custom concepts is the Bronco Badlands Sasquatch 2-Door Concept.

2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee S-Limited V8 review

People are holding on to eight-cylinder sedans. Some for reasons of nostalgia, others for the dependability and strength that come from an old-school pushrod V8 engine. Another issue could be the lack of a logical upgrade. Affordable, V8 petrol cars with a dotted line to performance don't really exist anymore.

Victoria to tax electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from 2021

Victorian will follow South Australia’s lead and impose a tax on electric vehicles from 2021. Dan Andrews’ Labor Government confirmed it would charge owners of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles a usage fee from July 2021. Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas confirmed the per-kilometre-usage-fee on Saturday afternoon.

2020 Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior long-term review: Off-road

We weren’t actually going to punt our long-term 2020 Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior off-road in this series of long-term updates, but it happened by accident. You already know most of what the Warrior is capable of in an off-road environment, as we’ve tested it before. However, we ended up using it as a support and camera vehicle almost by accident for some other testing, and decided to take another quick look at what makes it such a solid ‘off the shelf’ off-road option.

Meet the SVI Max 3: A bulletproof Toyota 79 Series LandCruiser

South African company SVI (Special Vehicle Innovation) have released their updated Max 3 armoured vehicle, which is based on the popular Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series. With bodywork comprising of 38-millimetre thick armoured glass and steel plates, the Max 3 offers B6 ballistic protection – good enough to stop high-powered 5.56mm and 7.62mm rounds. And if that’s not enough and can be upgraded to B7, for protection against armour-piercing bullets.

Hummer electric SUV appears just weeks after pick-up debut

General Motors' new fully-electric Hummer has shown up in SUV form. While the Hummer pick-up was revealed last month, this is the first time the wagon body has made an appearance in public. Compared with the pick-up's unveiling, the Hummer SUV variant was presented without any fanfare at all, merely turning up in the background of a conference call with company investors. MORE: 10 electric utes on the horizon

New kit allows old Minis to be converted to electric power

Owners of the original Mini can now convert their vehicles to a fully-electric powertrain. British company Swindon has put together the 'Swind Classic Mini Kit' for £42,480 (AU$76,700), which gives the original Mini a range of around 200 kilometres. The kit comprises an 80kW electric motor – manufactured in-house by Swindon – which helps get the little hatch to 100km/h in around 9.5 seconds.

2020 Toyota Yaris SX review

The Toyota Yaris remains a fairly big name in the world of cars, even if sales of city cars continue to slide. And Toyota has reinforced its faith in the nameplate by applying it to the model’s SUV spin-off, the Yaris Cross. Yet, you could have forgiven anyone for believing the Japanese company had accidentally launched the latest-generation Yaris with the SUV’s pricing. Whereas the most affordable Yaris previously available was $15,990, the cheapest ticket now is about $25,550 drive-away.

Video: 2021 Genesis G80 review

That the 2021 Genesis G80 is an exceptional large luxury sedan is no surprise. What is perhaps something of a surprise is just how far the luxury arm of Hyundai has come in a relatively short time. Not long after driving the all-new GV80 SUV, we get to sample the new G80 – a flagship large sedan that defines the brand.

Teen crashes his father's $4.6 million Pagani Huayra Roadster

A 17-year-old American YouTube star has emerged relatively unscathed after crashing his father's one-of-a-kind, extremely expensive supercar. Gage Gillean, who runs the YouTube account GG Exotics, was allegedly involved in a crash in Dallas, Texas, on November 17, leaving his father's Pagani Huayra Roadster in ruins.

Total recall: Every car recall issued in Australia in 2020 so far – UPDATE

Let’s get one thing out of the way early – taking care of your car’s recall notice is an easy thing to let slide. Despite the urgency of the manufacturers and their sincere warnings about all the awful things that can go wrong if you ignore it, we’re all guilty of occasionally letting a recall service fall down the to-do list. Hot tip: Don’t let that happen. Recalls are issued for a reason and not fulfilling them could see drivers and passengers injured or killed.

NSW State Opposition: ‘This is about revenue, not road safety’

EXCLUSIVE The NSW state opposition has labelled the move to remove warning signs from mobile speed cameras, as announced yesterday by NSW Transport minister Andrew Constance, is "all about revenue, not road safety". Shadow Minister for Roads, John Graham, acknowledged “speed cameras are important in ensuring motorists adhere to road rules”. However, Mr Graham told CarAdvice the timing of the government’s announcement made it clear road safety wasn’t the only motivation for the change.

2021 Hyundai Venue price and specs: Prices rise with upgrades

The 2021 Hyundai Venue has been updated for the new year, with a number of features added across the model line-up. Prices have also risen by $500, only three months after Hyundai raised the price of the mid-range Venue Active by $420, and the range-topping Elite by $250.

UK prepares to ban new petrol and diesel car sales from 2030

The United Kingdom is set to introduce a sales ban on all new cars with internal combustion engines (ICE) driven by traditional fuels such as petrol and diesel. While hybrid vehicles will be available initially, the UK government has made clear its intention to only allow vehicles with zero emissions to be sold from 2035.

Volkswagen confirms production of all-electric station wagon with 700km range

Volkswagen has confirmed its 2019 electric vehicle concept, the ID Space Vizzion, will go into production in 2023. Volkswagen CEO of passenger cars, Ralf Brandstätter, took to LinkedIn to make the announcement. “Great news! Under the project name ‘Aero B’ our plant in Emden gets its second E-model,” wrote Brandstätter.

2021 Audi Q7 gains V6 petrol in Australia, A4 Allroad and TT score power increases

Audi has announced an array of engine changes to its Australian Q7, TT and A4 Allroad models. The changes include a new petrol engine for the Q7 SUV, as well as power bumps for the TT coupe and A4 Allroad. A new gearbox also accompanies the performance increase on the sporty TT coupe. Buyers are able to get the updated Audi TT in showrooms now, while the updated Q7 and A4 Allroad will be arriving in early 2021. See below for all the details.

Car design needs to go backwards

The automotive industry is one heavily soaked in nostalgia. While we can acknowledge the value of bold design and forward movement, we seem to be constantly reflecting backwards, whining about how things were better back in the relevant decade of your choice. It’s why modern classics continue to rise in value, and why we tend to get more excited about a rusted-out barn find than we often do about a viable new model. The question is: why keep fighting it?

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe facelift: Local specifications surface early

The facelifted 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe will gain a bold new grille design, be offered in a choice of four revised trim levels, and likely receive a price rise when it arrives in Australian showrooms by the end of the year.

2021 Jeep Compass and Compass Trailhawk facelifts leaked

The first images of the facelifted 2021 Jeep Compass have leaked out of China. At the front, the updated SUV features slimmer headlights and a new grille, complemented by smaller fog lights and a wider black fascia. No obvious changes have been made to the Compass's rear end.

Renault Kiger concept shown for India

Another new compact SUV is on its way to the Indian market, previewed today by the Renault Kiger concept. Measuring "less than four metres" in length, the Kiger will take on other new models like the Kia Sonet and the Nissan Magnite – the latter, of course, being a Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance stablemate. In India, the Kiber will be sold alongside other Renault SUVs the Kwid, Duster (badged as a Dacia in other markets) and the Triber.

2018-2020 Hyundai Kona Electric recalled over battery fault

Hyundai Australia has issued a recall on 796 examples of its Kona Electric SUV, citing a potential fault with the lithium-ion battery and battery management system (BMS). The affected vehicles are Model Years 2018-2020, and were sold between 1 December, 2018 and 29 February, 2020

2021 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class limousine revealed

The 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class has been officially revealed, with the first Australian deliveries slated to arrive in the fourth quarter of next year. As expected, the 5469mm flagship luxury limousine is offered with a significant range of safety and tech features, including 18 airbags and Level 3 autonomy via the Drive Pilot system. The powertrain is yet to be confirmed, however CarAdvice understands a version of the existing 463kW/1000Nm 6.0-litre V12 will likely be continued.

2021 Genesis G80 review

That the 2021 Genesis G80 is an exceptional large luxury sedan is no surprise. What is perhaps something of a surprise is just how far the luxury arm of Hyundai has come in a relatively short time. Not long after driving the all-new GV80 SUV, we get to sample the new-generation G80 – a flagship large sedan that defines the brand.

Video: 2020 Jeep Compass Night Eagle long-term review: introduction

We welcome the Night Eagle to the CarAdvice office with some impressive standard inclusions, but you won't see it off-road.

Don’t believe the new Defender is a real Defender? Then this is what you want

Refined. Composed. Quiet. Smooth. Four things that describe the new Land Rover Defender. Four things that are also the antithesis of the old Defender. Mechanically speaking, the new Defender shares only a name and, to a degree, silhouette. Independent suspension, adjustable air springs and a modern aluminium platform make the new model as far removed as you can get from the old Defender.

NSW to lose mobile speed camera warning signs

Motorists in NSW will no longer be warned of the presence of mobile speed cameras. Reflective roadside signs alerting traffic to the speed detection devices are set to be removed over the next 12 months. Currently, warning signs are located 250 metres ahead of and 50 metres after each mobile speed camera car, giving motorists an opportunity to check their speed.

ACT to offer electric car buyers free registration and $15,000 loans

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) just solidified its position as Australia's most electric car-friendly jurisdiction by promising to introduce free registration and interest-free loans for new electric car buyers.

2020 Jeep Compass Night Eagle long-term review: Introduction

The small- and medium-sized SUV segments are the most popular and competitive in Australia, accounting for one in every five new-car sales so far in 2020. If any carmaker wants to do well overall, they would want a solid and successful offering in this arena. But, with 19 small SUV options available to choose from (or 28 if you also look at the premium bracket), anything needs to be compelling to cut through the noise.

Toyota GR Yaris stock sold out, Australia negotiating for more cars late next year

2021 Hyundai Palisade price and specs revealed early

The 2021 Hyundai Palisade will be offered in two trim levels – and with a choice of seven or eight seats – priced between $60,000 and $75,000 before on-road costs when it arrives in Australia in the coming months. According to a dealer bulletin seen by CarAdvice – the details of which are yet to be confirmed publicly – the Hyundai Palisade will launch in Australia with a choice of two model grades, the entry-level, eponymously-named 'Palisade', and the high-grade Highlander.

2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO revealed

The 2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO has been officially revealed. The spiritual successor to the pre-facelift Performante unveiled in 2018, the STO – standing for Super Trofeo Omologato, the lattermost word being Italian for "homologation" – is the flagship, most track-focused variant in the Huracan model line, serving as both a road-going version of the Super Trofeo race car, and a swansong for one of Lamborghini's best-selling production models.

2021 Lamborghini STO review: Prototype test

You’re right – we’ve been here before. Lamborghini has already created a track-biased Huracan variant in the form of the Performante. One that briefly held the Nürburgring Nordschleife production car lap record, and which was widely regarded as being the range’s equivalent of a Ferrari 488 Pista or McLaren 675LT.

2022 Subaru BRZ officially unveiled, Australian launch confirmed

The 2022 Subaru BRZ has been officially unveiled, after months of rumours and teasers. Let's start with the information every car enthusiast has been waiting for: powering the new BRZ – and likely the next-generation Toyota 86 – is a 2.4-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder 'boxer' engine. You read that right: no turbocharger to be found here.

2021 Ford Escape Hybrid revealed for Europe, but Australia to miss out

The 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid has been unveiled in European-specification form – badged overseas as the Ford Kuga Hybrid – but Australia might miss out on the eco-friendly model. While the plug-in hybrid Escape has been confirmed for an (albeit recently delayed) Australian arrival in late 2021, the conventional hybrid has yet to be confirmed for our shores.

Winkelmann to head Lamborghini, as VW looks to offload the Italian brand – report

Stephan Winkelmann is set to reprise his role as CEO of Lamborghini, according to German automotive news outlet Automobilwoche. Sources say his appointment will be approved overnight by Audi's management team, which oversees strategic decisions for Lamborghini.

2022 Infiniti QX55 revealed for overseas markets

The 2022 Infiniti QX55 has been unveiled overseas, with the SUV coupe set to go on sale in North America in the third quarter of 2021. Infiniti's new QX55 is like a coupe variant of the Infiniti QX50, but gains a number of unique styling elements, such as a more aggressive front-end and a more modern rear. Power comes from a 2.0-litre petrol turbo four-cylinder engine, using variable-compression technology to put out 200kW and 380Nm, sent through a CVT automatic to all four wheels.

Video: World Record Attempt – Man Pulls 16 Cars

2022 Honda Civic sedan revealed in production-ready prototype form

The Honda Civic Prototype has been officially unveiled. While the car revealed today may be badged a 'Prototype', the Civic Prototype can be seen as a near-final, production-ready representation of the next-generation 2022 Civic sedan which, if Honda's recent form with prototype concepts holds true, should likely debut in production form sometime in the next six to nine months.

Mini Vision Urbanaut concept revealed as a maxi personal space

The automobile has long been a home away from home, a personal and private space detached from the noise and frustrations of the world around us – and that's the theme Mini is leaning on with its new Urbanaut concept. There's history in the design, though. While the German-owned British brand has worked to develop a concept that make the most of a hands- and attention-free driving future, the result is both predictably van-like – and a subtle nod to the Spiritual Too concept revealed in 1997.

Lamborghini police car saves lives at more than 200km/h

Police in Italy have used a Lamborghini to transport a life-saving donor organ a distance of 480km in about two hours. The Lamborghini Huracan V10 supercar has been on loan to Italian police since 2017 and is used to convey urgent medical deliveries when a helicopter is either not available or not suitable for the emergency assignment. The organs are stored in a chilled container placed in the nose of the Lamborghini Huracan.

2022 Honda Civic sedan teased – UPDATE: leaked, just hours from debut

UPDATE, November 18, 2020: So close. The new 2021 Honda Civic sedan nearly made it all the way to its global unveiling – set to occur later today – but a set of revealing images have now surfaced online. Posted to the Civic11Forum.com website – an enthusiast community for the latest-generation Civic – these images offer a first clear look at the new model's styling. An additional image has also surfaced, offering a rendered look at the new model's simplified and somewhat retro dash design.

REVISIT: 2019 Subaru XV 2.0i-S review

One big part of Subaru’s DNA is its performance side: force-fed flat-four motors with a distinctive warbling exhaust note, which once upon a time had enough mumbo and handling to strike fear into many more prestigious and more expensive performance cars. Subaru has another side, however. While the STi stuff was at the top of the pyramid, the bulk of Subaru's range and popularity over the years was with something of a precursor to the raging SUV phenomenon.

2021 Lexus RC price and specs: Subtle improvements for the sports luxury coupe

The 2021 Lexus RC sports coupe has been updated for the new year, with a number of subtle upgrades designed to improve the driving experience. Lexus has applied new adaptive control software to the eight-speed torque converter automatic in both the RC300 and RC350, which is said to provide more active and assertive shifts in 'Sport' and 'Sport+' modes, while providing a more relaxed drive when the 'Normal' transmission mode is selected.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series breaks Nurburgring production lap record

Mercedes-AMG's most powerful series-production model, the GT Black Series, has broken the overall lap record for production cars around the Nurburgring Nordschleife. Recording a time of 6 minutes, 43.616 seconds around the 20.6km layout of the iconic German circuit, the GT Black Series beats the 6-minute 44.97-second time set by the previous record-holder, the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, by 1.354 seconds.

V8 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 revealed

Jeep has officially revealed its most powerful Wrangler ever, the Rubicon 392, for the US market. Getting the bad news out of the way first, this 350kW/637Nm monster is being produced in left-hand drive only, and Jeep says there are no plans for right-hand-drive for now. No doubt there are plenty of local Jeep fans who hope that might change one day.

All-electric Honda e makes history in Germany

Honda’s first electric vehicle, the Honda e, has made history in Germany, awarded the prestigious German Car of the Year 2021 title. It’s the first time a Japanese manufacturer has claimed the award, judged by a panel of German automotive journalists. The panel reviews and tests new cars from five categories – Compact, Premium, Luxury, New Energy and Performance – against a number of criteria including driving, usability, market relevance and innovation.

Takata airbag scandal: 68,000 owners refuse repairs, new warning to passengers

EXCLUSIVE More than 68,000 car owners are ignoring recall notices or refusing to have potentially deadly Takata airbags replaced free of charge – and authorities are powerless to enforce them. The alarming revelation – six weeks before the deadline to have all 3.9 million airbags in about 2.9 million cars replaced or accounted for – has prompted the automotive industry to issue fresh warnings for passengers to pause and check registrations on IsMyAirbagSafe.com.au before they accept a ride.

Hyundai responds to Palisade owners complaining of 'unpleasant odour'

Hyundai has responded to complaints from 2020 Hyundai Palisade owners in the United States who claim their cars are emitting an unusual odour, with the Korean company both identifying the source of the smell and offering buyers a solution. The odour was first reported on by the team at Cars.com, who described it as "a sharp chemical odour with a dash of something organic like garlic or rotten produce", which they believed was exacerbated by higher temperatures.

Jaguar Land Rover to open a hub for testing self-driving cars

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is taking its autonomous car development to another level, with the announcement of a new dedicated 'city' hub where it can carry out real-world testing of its self-driving vehicles. The Future Mobility Campus Ireland (FMCI) is a collaboration between JLR and global technology companies and will be developed near JLR's existing Shannon software hub, where its next-generation electric and autonomous vehicles are designed.

Government commits another $2.9 million to electric car charging trial

The Federal Government has committed $2.9 million to a new three-year electric car charging trial, with plans to equip roughly 250 homes with free or subsidised charging stations and develop the technology for smart charging and vehicle-to-grid power exchanges.

Volkswagen pushes ahead with electric future, retools factories – report

Volkswagen has revealed it is expanding its focus on electric vehicles, investing billions to retool its factories. In a call with investors and analysts on Monday, Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess said the car company was spending €73 billion (AU$118B) to convert two German factories to support production of electric vehicles, reports news outlet Reuters. The Volkswagen boss admitted the company was aiming to compete with electric car maker Tesla.

2020 Kia Sorento Sport diesel

The Kia Sorento is fast becoming a family favourite. This new, fourth-generation product clearly demonstrates the brand's maturity in the seven-seat SUV space. The new Sorento range consists of four trim levels: S, Sport, Sport+, and GT-Line.

2021 Kia Stonic Australian details – UPDATE: Launch delayed to February

UPDATE, November 17, 2020: The Australian launch for the 2021 Kia Stonic has been postponed until February 2021, rather than December this year. According to Kia's Australian arm, the decision was made to ensure a greater volume of vehicles would be available from launch. October 8, 2020: The new top-shelf 2021 Kia Stonic GT-Line has been unveiled today, accompanied by news it will headline the local Stonic range from December.

2021 Toyota C-HR GR Sport: Australian debut due late November

Toyota has announced its first GR Sport model for Australia, the C-HR GR Sport. Slotting in below full-fat GR cars the likes of the GR Supra and GR Yaris, the C-HR GR Sport will arrive in Australian showrooms in late November, offering the styling of full GR models without their enthusiast-oriented performance powertrains.

2021 Toyota Mirai confirmed for Australia, 20 cars coming next year

Australia will soon have 40 hydrogen-powered cars on local roads – even though there is only one refuelling station nationally to date. In addition to 20 Hyundai Nexo hydrogen-powered SUVs due to hit the road next month, Toyota has confirmed it will import 20 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell sedans from next year.

Nissan boss denies plans to drop Mitsubishi – report

Nissan boss Ashwani Gupta has denied the car company is considering selling its large holding of Mitsubishi Motors. Following a story from business publication Bloomberg overnight, the Chief Operating Officer told media Nissan was "absolutely not" planning to offload its 34 per cent stake in Mitsubishi, reports news outlet Reuters. "We are not in any discussion or consideration of changing the capital structure in our partner companies," Mr Gupta said during a teleconference.

BMW Australia announces Wolfgang Buechel as new CEO

BMW Australia will get a new Chief Executive Officer, with Wolfgang Buechel to take the top job from the start of January 2021. Currently the Head of Mini Germany, Mr. Buechel will replace current BMW Australia CEO Vikram Pawah, who will focus solely on his other role as President of BMW India.

2021 Audi SQ2 revealed, Australian launch timing confirmed

The facelifted 2021 Audi SQ2 has been officially unveiled. The updated version of the smallest Audi S model currently on sale will make its way to Australian shores for the first time in mid-2021. The pre-facelift model was previously confirmed for our market in recent years, before it was delayed and ultimately ruled out. Updates to the SQ2 largely mirror those to the standard, non-performance Q2 in September.

Mini Electric John Cooper Works in development – UPDATE

UPDATE, November 17: The Mini Electric John Cooper Works has been teased in a video about the BMW iNext (or, by its production name, iX). Bringing cameras into BMW's secretive design studio, images of the new Mini Electric JCW were spotted on a computer and desktop, before been hurriedly covered up in what was clearly a staged scene.

Video: Lexus LF-30 electrified concept walkaround

As Lexus prepares to introduce its first all-electric car to Australia, we take a look into the future of the brand's electrification plans. RELATED: 2021 Lexus UX300e – Australian launch detailed

Video: Lexus LF-30 electrified concept walkaround

The Lexus LF-30 electrified concept may be far from a production car, but you can consider it a blueprint for the multitude of electrified models the Japanese marque plans to roll out before 2030. First shown at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, the LF-30 made its way to Melbourne, Australia, for the first time in November 2020 to serve as a guest of honour at the 2020 Melbourne Cup Carnival.

2021 Honda Legend set to gain Level Three autonomous driving capability

Honda has announced it has received certification from the Japanese government to offer Level Three autonomous driving technology on its domestic market vehicles. Honda says its Level Three system, dubbed 'Traffic Jam Pilot', will launch first on the brand's flagship Legend sedan, with a Japanese showroom debut confirmed for before the end of March, 2021.

2021 Lamborghini Huracan STO teased, debuts this week

Lamborghini has teased a mystery new derivative of its Huracan supercar, ahead of its full unveiling on November 19. A single image released by the Italian carmaker on its social media pages shows the upcoming supercar under a veil, hiding its tall rear wing and a centrally-mounted roof scoop, and accompanied by the caption "From the racetrack to the road. The new V10 Lamborghini".

2020 Toyota HiLux recalled due to compliance label

Toyota Australia has issued a recall of 15 examples of its 2020 Hilux (MY20). The recall notice, which is expected to be lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), says the legally-required compliance label was incorrectly affixed to the vehicles. Affected HiLux utes were manufactured between 1 June 2020 and 4 August 2020. Toyota is contacting owners to organise a free replacement of the compliance plate.

2020 Volkswagen Crafter 50 cab-chassis review

While the Australian market is undoubtedly 4x4 ute crazy, Volkswagen will globally place a lot more stock on its Crafter over the Amarok as a commercial vehicle. And while the Amarok soldiers on with an old platform for the segment, Volkswagen has unloaded both barrels on a new Crafter, which debuted back in 2018. It’s an all-new design, and the end product of a 10-billion Euro development program.

2021 Ford E-Transit revealed overseas, but Australia could miss out on the electric van

The 2021 Ford E-Transit has been unveiled, offering around 350 kilometres of all-electric driving for European customers. Ford says the new electric Transit was measured using the newer and more accurate WLTP test, with the 350km range available thanks to a 67kWh battery, sending power to the rear wheels through a 198kW/430Nm electric motor. On the stricter EPA test cycle used in the US, the E-Transit records a less competitive 202km range figure.

The greatest Shooting Brakes ever

Let’s get one thing straight, and that’s the definition of ‘shooting brake’. Forget what today’s automotive marketers tell you, a five-door wagon with a sloping roofline is not a shooting brake. We’re lookin’ at you Mercedes. No, a shooting brake is a three-door station wagon, with two doors at the side for people and a tailgate at the back for stuff. So now that we have that straight, a short history lesson of the shooting brake.

2021 Porsche 911 GT3 interior leaked

The upcoming Porsche 911 GT3’s interior has leaked online, ahead of its expected unveiling in the coming months. Two images posted on Spanish forum Cochespias showcase the next-generation GT3's dashboard, which looks largely identical to that of lesser 911 Carrera and Turbo models.

2020 Peugeot 308 GT Line review

Vive le différence. French car giant Peugeot continues to be a small player on Australia’s rich new-car-market stage, and certainly in terms of sales volume. It’s a little confounding, certainly when looking at the 2020 Peugeot 308 hatchback – a sleek and stylish take on the formula.

Isuzu D-Max to stop production for three months, Mazda BT-50 ok for now

The waiting time for a new Isuzu D-Max ute is about to get longer, with production “suspended” for the next three months after a parts supplier was shut down in Europe due to COVID-19 – and its twin under the skin, the Mazda BT-50, is also likely to be affected. Although the Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50 utes are made on the same production line in Thailand, parts for the jointly-developed vehicles are sourced globally.

Jeep Wrangler V8 is go! Australia yet to be confirmed

Jeep has confirmed its V8 Wrangler concept will be released in the US in early 2021, according to an Instagram updated published over the weekend. The Instagram post showed a Wrangler shooting off through a cloud of dust and dirt, accompanied by a soundtrack that is undoubtedly a V8. The post says: "Some concepts are so powerful they storm into reality.⁣ Preproduction model shown. Available 2021." Crucially, the post also includes the hashtag: #NotAConcept. A post shared by Jeep (@jeep)

2021 Hyundai iMax people-mover, iLoad van spied in testing

UPDATE, 16 November 2020: The 2021 Hyundai iMax – the people mover variant of the Hyundai iLoad commercial van – has been caught with part of its rear camouflage missing. Images posted on Korean website Autospy show next-generation iMax sporting a rear spoiler, blockier LED tail-lights, and a slimmer rear bumper bar – which will assist in avoiding paint damage when loading bulky items into the iLoad's cargo area.

2022 Kia Sportage spy photos

The next-generation 2022 Kia Sportage mid-size SUV has made its European prototyping debut, ahead of a rumoured unveiling in April 2021. The example spotted by our spy photography partners on Germany's Nurburgring racetrack – used by manufacturers to develop vehicle handling and driving dynamics – wears considerably less camouflage than previous Sportage prototypes spied in their home market of South Korea in recent months.

Toyota Hilux thefts more than double, Holden Commodore thefts halve, as stolen exports increase

Thefts of Toyota HiLux utes have more than doubled over the past 10 years – and almost one-in-three stolen are never recovered, suspected of being broken into parts which are then sold illegally in Australia and overseas. More than 2000 Toyota HiLuxes have been reported as stolen in the past financial year alone, estimated to have a combined insurance value of $31.7 million.

2021 Kia Carnival: Australian engine details surface in government database

Details of the upcoming 2021 Kia Carnival people mover's engine range have surfaced in a government database, ahead of the new-generation model's anticipated arrival in the coming months.

What a difference a decade makes: How car sales changed from 2010-2020

With the latest new-car sales data for October 2020 showing a rebound for manufacturers after a difficult year, hopes are high the Australian automotive industry can once again return its former glory. But to take that turn of phrase literally, what does "former glory" actually look like for the automotive industry? It turns out 10 years ago we were also bemoaning the demise of once-skyrocketing sales, with October 2020 marking the weakest October result since 2010.

BMW Motorrad launches radical Concept Definition CE 04 electric scooter

BMW Motorrad has launched its Concept Definition CE 04 all-electric scooter at the #NEXTGen 2020 conference. The two-wheeler is based on BMW’s 2017 Concept Link design, and features an integrated 10.25-inch smartphone connective display system. The flat battery – packaged in the base of the frame – allows for a low centre of gravity and “playful handling." The design also incorporates extensive storage space, with a focus placed on ergonomics over comfort.

New Cars: 2020 New Car Calendar, the November update

Australia's new car market, it is fair to say, did not have a stellar year in 2019. Month after month, sales were down, with consumer confidence low and dealers struggling with significant changes to finance regulations.

REVISIT: 2020 Mazda CX-5 review – Off-road traction assist

Refine. Repeat. Refine. Repeat. This is the approach taken to the rollout of the mild updates on the 2020 Mazda CX-5 range. Still a sales powerhouse (second in the medium SUV category to date – 5562 units, behind Toyota RAV4 at 8656), the CX-5 has been ‘enhanced’ rather than changed for the new model year.

News recap: best stories from the week that was ICYMI

MG launched Australia’s cheapest EV – and the first shipment sold out within a week. But you might be able to find one if you follow this guide. There was a bit of a kerfuffle about Toyota GR Yaris Rallye pricing (Toyota says it hasn’t been locked in yet and information shared so far is “pure speculation”). The internet speculated the new Subaru BRZ might have rear-wheel steering, based on the angle of the latest leaked image.

Hyundai and Kia to partner with computing giant Nvidia on infotainment

Charlie Bullis • Hyundai and Kia have joined the list of car companies to introduce over-the-air updates on future vehicles, among the list of new features its next-generation infotainment system – developed in partnership with computing giant Nvidia – will offer. The Korean car giant is yet to outline the capabilities of the new tech and it’s expected to focus on infotainment initially, but could eventually be adapted to engine management computer software upgrades.

Queensland cracks down on drivers using truck rest stops

As holidaymakers return to the roads over the Christmas period, Queensland is cracking down on motorists taking up space in crucial heavy vehicle rest areas. The state's Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has introduced amended regulations to ensure the rest stops remain free for heavy vehicle drivers mandated to take regular stops to combat fatigue.

Gladiator recalls light truck tyre, citing risk of structural failure

Gladiator Australia – subsidiary of American Pacific Industries Inc – has recalled its X-Comp A/T light truck tyres, citing a high risk of structural wall failure. The recall notice, lodged with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), says “a separation of the tyre sidewall may occur. This may lead to rapid pressure loss or reduced performance in the tyre.”

Modern Classic Review: 1999-2001 Honda Integra Type R (DC2R)

Modern Classic Review – the CarAdvice team take time away from Australia’s new car landscape to look at machines we consider true modern classics. What’s more, we’ll try to turn our focus to cars that haven’t quite fallen out of reach in terms of scarcity and affordability. Is there something on your radar? Let us know what modern classics you would like to see the team review. Japanese modern classics are the new hotness.

REVISIT: 2020 Skoda Karoq 140TSI Sportline 4x4 review

Like trying to pick out one movie at a Blockbuster (remember those days), or only one beverage from the long aisles of Dan Murphy's, Australians looking for a medium SUV now have a new addition to their multitude of choices. From the catalogue of the Volkswagen Auto Group and hailing from the Czech Republic, there's an updated Skoda Karoq. In particular for this review, we have the 2020 Skoda Karoq 140TSI Sportline 4x4.

Video: A Lamborghini Countach replica with the V8 heart of a Lexus... and a Hyundai chassis

It’s probably not going to fool anyone who knows anything about Lamborghinis, but this Thai-built Countach replica borders on being... actually pretty cool. Owned and built by Thai singer and actor Kawee Tanjararak, who works under the name of Beam, the Lambo replica is powered by Lexus’s 4.0-litre V8, internal code UZ, boosted by the addition of two turbochargers.

Italian start-up Totem Automobili debuts Giulia GT electric concept car

New Italian start-up brand Totem Automobili has revealed its Giulia GT electric concept car. Totem Automobili was founded in 2018 by Italian native, Riccardo Quaggio. According to his LinkedIn profile, Quaggio worked as a designer at Honda R&D Europe for seven months, then later as an interior designer at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, also for seven months.

Around the tracks: A hilarious homemade Tesla Cybertruck in New Zealand

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 photos, articles, videos or 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 – just not too much, okay?

2020 Nissan Qashqai Midnight Edition review

The 2020 Nissan Qashqai is a fairly familiar sight on Aussie roads. An update at the end of 2017 gave the Qashqai a light styling revision, but the basic package is largely as it was when it launched in 2014 with equipment tweaks along the way.. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but in automotive terms, six years is almost a lifetime. Literally, for some models.

Video: 2021 Ford Escape first drive review

Trent Nikolic takes his first look at the Blue Oval's new SUV in Vignale specification.

Video: 2021 Honda CR-V VTi-L first drive review

Australians love SUVs, and the 2021 Honda CR-V slots right into one of the most competitive segments in the Australian new car market. Plenty of family buyers have moved away from the traditional large sedan and headed straight for dual-cabs, there’s no disputing that fact. However, a whole other subsection has also headed toward medium and large SUVs.

2021 Nissan Qashqai teased, will be offered with petrol generator hybrid system

The all-new 2021 Nissan Qashqai has been teased by the Japanese manufacturer, with an international launch slated for mid-next year before arriving in local showrooms. Soon to be in its third generation, the medium-size SUV is underpinned by a new platform shared with Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi under their recently announced alliance. The car is part of Nissan’s rollout of 12 all-new models over the next three years, and follows the launch of the 2020 Juke SUV earlier this year.

Toyota says initial reports of GR Yaris Rallye pricing are "purely speculative"

Toyota Australia says reports of pricing for the GR Yaris Rallye edition are "purely speculative" – the final RRP has not been confirmed, and will be announced later this month or closer to its arrival next year. Yesterday, CarAdvice reported the Toyota GR Yaris Rallye edition would be priced from $49,950 plus on-road costs – which dealers estimated would equate to between $53,500 and $53,900 drive-away.

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ and GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ price and specs

The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+ and GLE 63 S 4MATIC+ have officially launched in the Australian market, with customer deliveries slated to begin later this month. The high-performance hybrid SUVs derive power primarily from a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8, which sends a mammoth 450kW/850Nm to all four wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission.

2022 Honda Civic sedan teased, debuts November 18

The next-generation 2021 Honda Civic sedan has been previewed today, ahead of its full unveiling – albeit in pre-production prototype form – on November 18. The 15-second teaser released by the Japanese carmaker reveals elements of the 11th-generation Civic sedan's styling, including its L-shaped LED tail-lights, LED headlights, dual exhaust tips and unique C-pillar trim design, but leaves much of the car's exterior yet to be showcased.

2021 Audi SQ5 TDI revealed, Australian launch timing confirmed

Audi has unveiled the facelifted SQ5 TDI, ahead of its Australian launch in the second quarter of 2021. The reveal of the diesel variant of the updated performance SUV comes just as the first examples of the pre-facelift SQ5 TDI 'Special Edition' reach Australian showrooms, and two months after images and details of the facelifted SQ5 TFSI petrol emerged in the US.

Is this heaven? Porsche reveals unreleased concept cars

Porsche has launched its 'Unseen' series, giving a glimpse into an array of design studies and concept cars created by its designers between 2005 and 2019, but never before revealed to public eyes. A total of 15 concepts have been unveiled by the carmaker, though we've selected a handful of our favourites to focus on in this story. Created in 2017, the 919 Street is pitched as a less extreme, potentially-road-legal version of its title-winning 919 Hybrid LMP1 race car.

2021 Renault Kangoo and Renault Express revealed, Kangoo confirmed for Australia

Renault has revealed commercial and passenger versions of the 2021 Kangoo van in Europe, as well as introducing a new fleet-focussed van called the Express. Replacing the previous Kangoo that’s been in production since 2011, the new Kangoo sits more comfortably with Renault’s current, more chiselled design themes externally, while also providing significant advancements beneath the surface.

These areas are Australia's car theft hotspots

How much you pay for your car insurance can be influenced by a wide range of factors, but one key element driving up premiums that you might not even be aware of is your suburb's vehicle theft and crime rate. September 2020 data from the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NVMTRC) found national vehicle theft increased by 2 per cent in 2020, with a total of 56,312 cars stolen around the country between 2019 and 2020.

Project Cars: 1990 Mercedes-Benz W201 190E 2.0 Sportline – Update

Nostalgia is a funny thing. I grew up with cassette tapes in the car. From Paul Simon’s Graceland that lived on infinite repeat in mum’s Peugeot wagon, to a carefully curated TDK D90 mixtape, made up of songs recorded from the radio. You think constructing a playlist on Spotify is rewarding? You've not experienced the thrill of on bootlegging a whole album thanks to the magic of ‘high-speed-dubbing’ on a twin-cassette boom box – while still in Brashs.

Australia’s five cheapest electric cars, and how far they can go between recharges

Sales of electric cars are gaining momentum in Australia, with demand up by 14 per cent so far this year in a vehicle market that is down by 18 per cent. However the raw numbers are still minuscule, with only 1400 electric cars reported as sold by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries in the first 10 months of 2020. As a proportion of the entire new-car market over the same period (726,000) it equates to 0.2 per cent of Australian demand for new vehicles.

2021 Subaru BRZ teased again ahead of November 19 reveal

Subaru has released another teaser for its next-generation BRZ coupe, which is due to be unveiled on November 19 (1am AEDT). The video teaser (click here to watch it on Subaru's website) appears to show the left rear wheel at an angle, while the car was drifting on a racetrack. This prompted internet forums to wonder whether the new Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 twins will be offered with rear-wheel steering.

2021 Ferrari SF90 Spider revealed

Ferrari has revealed an open-top version of its fastest and most powerful road car ever – the SF90 Spider. It comes 18 months after the debut of the hardtop Ferrari SF90 Stradale plug-in hybrid, on which it is based. Ferrari’s goal was simple – maintain the incredible amounts of performance with the SF90 Spider’s Retractable Hard Top (RHT) in use, and not interfere with aerodynamics and cooling with it retracted.

Toyota HiLux DPF: what has been done to fix it

Toyota Australia has fixed thousands of faulty or clogged diesel particulate filters across HiLux, Prado and Fortuner models made since 2015 – and now it claims to have fixed the problems for good. While the company is at the centre of a legal dispute over vehicles sold between 2015 and 2019, Toyota insists it has fixed the problem and continues to urge customers to come forward if they are not happy.

LDV Deliver 9 automatic due in Australian showrooms in early 2021

The LDV Deliver 9 automatic van will arrive in Australia in significant numbers in early 2021 after the initial batch of 50 vehicles sold out within a month. Manual versions of the LDV Deliver 9 remain available in showrooms however there was limited supply initially of automatic versions due to production interruptions earlier this year due to COVID-19.

Australia’s cheapest electric car, the MG ZS EV, sold out until next year

The first shipment of Australia’s cheapest electric car, the MG ZS EV, has sold out within days of the vehicle arriving in local showrooms. MG dealers contacted by CarAdvice have confirmed the first 100 examples of the $43,990 drive-away MG ZS EV are spoken for, with the next deliveries due in late January, early February.

2021 Honda CR-V VTi-L review

Australians love SUVs, and the 2021 Honda CR-V slots right into one of the most competitive segments in the Australian new car market. Plenty of family buyers have moved away from the traditional large sedan and headed straight for dual-cabs, there’s no disputing that fact. However, a whole other subsection has also headed toward medium and large SUVs.

2021 Rivian R1T and R1S price and specs revealed for USA

All-electric manufacturer Rivian is set to begin delivering its much anticipated R1S SUV and R1T pick-up models mid-next year, with pricing and specs officially announced for the US market. Based on a shared platform, the vehicles will produce “up to” 550kW/1124NM, accelerate from zero to 100km/h in three seconds, and have a range of about 640km drawn from a 180kWh battery.

2021 Ford Escape review: Vignale AWD

It’s fair to say the previous generation Ford Escape didn’t set the Australian sales charts alight in the all-important medium SUV segment. Going up against the likes of runaway sales successes like the Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 was never going to be easy. And so it proved, the Escape enjoying a meagre 1.9 per cent market share with 3326 sales in 2019 in a segment where over 170,000 medium SUVs found new homes.

Video: 2021 MG ZS EV first drive review

We get behind the wheel of the fully electric SUV with a sharp price.

2021 MG ZS EV review

MG Australia representatives have been telling us for some time now that the brand is ‘determined to make more electric vehicles more affordable for more Australians’, and with the sharp pricing for the 2021 MG ZS EV, the company has well and truly delivered on that promise. The next key point, beyond the initial pricing announcement though, will be what the ZS EV is like to live with. But, let’s first recap the price.

2021 Mercedes-Benz E300 Coupe review

When you think of Mercedes-Benz, you think of the E-Class. Sure, Merc’s big limo-like S-Class remains the flagship of the brand, but it’s the E-Class that most people identify with when thinking of Mercedes-Benz. Or maybe that’s just me.

2021 Ford Everest price and specs: Back to Basecamp, Sport goes RWD

Ford's Everest ute-based, seven-seat SUV has received a raft of tweaks for 2021, including the addition of two new variants to bolster its existing four-strong range. Available in local showrooms from December, the "MY21.25" range will mark the return of the off-road-oriented BaseCamp special edition, returning for the new year as a limited production run of 450 vehicles.

2021 Toyota GR Yaris Rallye pricing announced: $53,900 drive-away

The 2021 Toyota GR Yaris Rallye edition will be priced from $49,500 plus on-road costs – or close to $53,900 drive-away – and is due in Australian showrooms by June next year. This means it will come with approximately a $9000 price premium over the standard Toyota GR Yaris. Dealers have been told the initial batch will be limited to 250 cars.

Audi RS 6 GTO concept unveiled

Audi has unveiled the RS 6 GTO concept, a high-performance wagon inspired by an iconic race car of the brand's past. Based on the showroom-specification RS 6 Avant wagon, the RS 6 GTO concept pays homage to the short-lived Audi 90 Quattro GTO race car, built for the US-based IMSA racing series in 1989.

Frontier, is that you?

What better way to tease an impending product update than to subtly slide it into the reveal of another product. Well played Nissan! The image in the presentation, which shows some Nissan designers staring 'Ferris Bueller style' at some conceptual drawings on the wall (totally natural and candid), features a row of three utes that represent Nissan’s global pickup range.

2021 Toyota GR Yaris praised and panned: world divided over new hot hatch

The new Toyota GR Yaris – the year’s most anticipated hot hatch – has received mixed reviews around the world based on initial road tests. YouTube channel JDM Masters, in a segment hosted by advanced driving instructors and motorsport competitors K Bradford from Japan and Shaun Thong from Hong Kong, praised many aspects of the new Toyota GR Yaris. The hosts agreed “people are going to love it”. However, in their conclusion it was apparent they felt underwhelmed.

Mazda reveals inline six engines and RWD hybrid four-cylinder engines destined for 2022 Mazda 6

Mazda has used its second quarter financial update (based on the Japanese financial year) to confirm further details of its new inline six-cylinder engine family, offering an image of the new engine range for the first time. While the brand has previously listed an inline-six engine as a ‘coming soon’ item on its website, those mentions have since been removed.

2021 Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge review

While most established carmakers are talking big on electrification, none are committing to it as wholeheartedly as Volvo is. The company seems intent on becoming a Swedish Tesla, saying that fully half the vehicles it sells globally will be full EVs as soon as 2025, while the remainder will be either hybrids or PHEVs. So, while the 2021 XC40 P8 Recharge is the brand’s first pure-electric model, it won’t be waiting long for company.

2021 BMW iX electric SUV revealed, Australian launch confirmed

BMW has revealed its new iX electric SUV, the heavily-anticipated production version of the German car maker’s earlier Vision iNext concept. Set to see Australian delivery during the fourth quarter of 2021, the new five-seater will offer up to 370kW from two electric motors, full-time four-wheel drive, and a 0-100km/h below 5.0 seconds.

A guide to bargain hunting in the SUV segment

The Australian new-car market is showing signs of recovery. Pundits were forecasting another sharp decline, in the region of 20 per cent, as per previous months affected by the Coronavirus pandemic. To their surprise, October was a stellar month – Australians were buying new cars at almost the same rate as this time last year, pre-pandemic.

2021 BMW M5 CS appears again – in pieces

The upcoming BMW M5 CS has leaked online, ahead of an expected official unveiling in the coming months. Users on the BimmerPost forum have unearthed listings for a range of parts from a pre-production M5 CS prototype – namely its bumpers, dashboard, front fenders and bonnet – advertised on a Polish auction website. Despite being for sale in Poland, the orange reflectors on the edges of the front bumper indicate the parts have been taken from a US-market car.

Gordon Murray Automotive to invest $66 million in new global headquarters

Gordon Murray Automotive – currently in the process of producing one of the world's most spectacular hypercars – is set to invest $66 million in a new global headquarters. Located in Windlesham, UK, the site will span 12,077 square metres and comprise three separate buildings housing automotive design, engineering, research and development, sales, marketing, and a heritage centre.

Video: 2020 Mercedes-Benz X350d review

When it comes to automotive success stories, it is fair to say that X didn’t really mark the spot for Mercedes-Benz. The brand’s much hyped and highly anticipated pickup ended production in May this year, less than three years after being launched.

Melbourne is back: Albert Park to host Formula 1 season-opener in 2021

Charlie Bullis • The Australian Grand Prix will retain its status as the opening race of the 2021 Formula 1 season, following the announcement of next year's calendar. The preliminary schedule released by Formula 1 yesterday, names Melbourne’s Albert Park as the host for Round 1 from 18-21 March 2021. It’s welcome news for race fans and Victoria’s recovering economy, following the late cancellation of the 2020 event earlier this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Melbourne is back: Albert Park to host Formula 1 season-opener in 2021

Charlie Bullis • The Australian Grand Prix will retain its status as the opening race of the 2021 Formula 1 season, following the announcement of next year's calendar. The preliminary schedule released by Formula 1 yesterday, names Melbourne’s Albert Park as the host for Round 1 from 18-21 March 2021. It’s welcome news for race fans and Victoria’s recovering economy, following the late cancellation of the 2020 event earlier this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

2021 Hyundai i30 Fastback N revealed

Our man Joshua Dowling drove it in early October as a camouflaged pre-production prototype to experience the N division's new dual-clutch auto, but here it is properly revealed: the 2021 Hyundai i30 Fastback N. It's been a flood of Hyundai news today, with this latest bit following the reveal of the facelifted Kona Electric and fresh teasers for the i30 Sedan N – but of course Hyundai had to go for a hat-trick.

2021 Hyundai i30 Sedan N previewed in video teaser – UPDATE: New photos

UPDATE, November 11, 2020: Following the earlier release of an official preview video (and this less official one), a set of revealing new 2021 Hyundai i30 Sedan N photos have been handed down. We've added the photos here, but this story is otherwise unchanged. You can still find the official teaser clip at the bottom of this story. Mike Stevens

Electric cars should pay their way and sell on merit, not handouts: Kia

Kia Motors Australia – one of the nation’s fastest-growing car brands – says it supports moves to create fairer and more equitable ways to charge road users, whether they are driving an electric vehicle, or one powered by petrol or diesel. The boss of Kia Australia, Damien Meredith, says it’s not fair for owners of petrol and diesel cars to subsidise the rollout of electric cars – and the future tech should sell on its merits rather than being dependent on taxpayer support.

2020 Mercedes-Benz X350d review: Runout wrap

When it comes to automotive success stories, it is fair to say that X didn’t really mark the spot for Mercedes-Benz. The brand’s much hyped and highly anticipated pick-up ended production in May this year, less than three years after being launched.

2021 Hyundai Kona Electric revealed, Australian launch timing confirmed

The refreshed 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric has been unveiled, debuting a number of key upgrades for a model that has so far sold more than 120,000 units around the world. (In Australia, which benefits from few of the incentives offered elsewhere, Hyundai has sold 810 Kona Electrics up to the end of August 2020 – although the company is also understood to have a limited allocation for our market.)

South Australia to apply road tax to electric vehicles, other states may follow

South Australia is set to be become the first jurisdiction in the world to implement a unique tax on electric vehicles – and other Australian states could follow – if a proposal set down in yesterday’s state budget gets the go-ahead. South Australian treasurer Rob Lucas said the proposed road user tax would initially raise close to $1 million annually, money the SA government said would be used for road maintenance. The tax is expected to come into effect from July, 2021.

Video: 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4-Door reclaims Nurburgring lap record

Mercedes-AMG’s GT 63 S 4-Door has once again reclaimed its place at the top of the Nurburgring Nordschleife timesheet. The Affalterbach brand has today announced that a model-year-2021 version of its flagship performance liftback has once again snatched the lap record for ‘executive cars’ around the Nordschleife layout of the iconic German circuit, with a time of 7 minutes, 27.80 seconds.

2021 Chevrolet Corvette: GMSV dealers holding more than 100 orders a year ahead of arrival

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette has received more than 100 orders in Australia a year before it is due in local showrooms – and before anyone knows the price – according to dealer sources. The iconic US sports-car is due in Australia by this time next year as the first ever factory-built right-hand-drive model. The right-hand-drive production process was made easier for the eighth-generation Corvette since it switched to a mid-engine layout after decades of having a V8 under the bonnet.

2021 Honda Odyssey facelift launches in Japan

The current-generation Honda Odyssey has just passed seven years on sale globally – a full model-cycle for most brands, but in this instance it’s just hit its mid-life update. While not strictly the middle of its expected model-run, the 2021 Honda Odyssey arrives as a second update for the model, with a more comprehensive rework than the last 2017 update.

Mini boss outlines future product plan: Bigger Countryman, Rocketman coming – report

Reports from Auto Express in the UK claim Mini is set to introduce three new products by 2024: a smaller version of its three-door hatch, a full-EV crossover built in China, and a larger iteration of its Countryman. As a result, the future of its Clubman, Cabrio and plug-in models looks unclear.

2021 Ineos Grenadier wheels and tyres detailed

Further details of the Ineos Grenadier have been revealed through the company's online video series, with the latest instalment outlining wheels and tyres. In keeping with the Grenadier’s utilitarian ethos, standard wheels will be a basic steel construction. They are a 17-inch diameter, with a bespoke Bridgestone Dueler all-terrain tyre wrapped around them.

Lego Creator’s Ghostbusters ECTO-1 kit: $300 supersized kit in Australia from November 15

Ghostbusters fans, before you make a definitive decision as to the merits of Ghostbusters: Afterlife – set for release in 2021 – stop and consider this: without the new movie, there would probably be no new ECTO-1 kit from Lego. While it isn’t the first Lego kit honouring the 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor ambulance that took a starring role in the original 1984 Ghostbusters film, this new version is by far the most detailed.

2020 Audi RS 6 Avant review

The 2020 Audi RS 6 Avant is able to sprint from 0–100km/h in less time than it takes the Audi R8 supercar. That’s it. That’s all you need to know. Alright, that’s a little unfair… The all-wheel-drive RS 6 is the fastest version of the A6 range, and with a 3.6-second 0–100km/h claim it’s actually quicker than the slowest rear-wheel-drive R8, which takes 3.8 seconds.

GMSV kicks off with fresh Chevrolet Silverado 1500 stock, no price change despite factory backing

Anyone holding out for a discounted price on a new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pick-up due to the establishment of General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) – under the direct control of Detroit – may be out of luck. Even though General Motors now sells directly to Australian showrooms – rather than exporting cars to Holden Special Vehicles via an independent international distributor which previously charged a substantial handling fee – local dealers have been told the RRP will remain unchanged.

2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross price and specs

The facelifted 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has been launched for Australia with official specifications and pricing. The medium-size SUV has been lengthened by 140mm at the rear, meaning it now has a 405-litre boot. The added length also sees the Eclipse Cross move out of the small SUV sales class it occupied previously. In the cabin, an 8.0-inch touchscreen – compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – now comes standard.

Honda's first-ever SUV was a V8-powered Brit

It’s not as far-fetched as it might seem, but Japanese giant Honda and British manufacturer Rover enjoyed a tie-up dating back to the 1970s.

2022 Lotus Lambda: China-built electric SUV to get 560kW hero - report

The 2022 Lotus Lambda will be built at parent-company Geely’s new $1.31-billion factory in Wuhan, China, according to the latest report from Autocar.com. This latest story is accompanied by a pair of speculative renderings produced by our friend Theophilus Chin for Malaysian news website PaulTan.org.

Lamborghini Huracan filmed driving through tropical storm waters in Florida

A Lamborghini Huracan Spyder has been captured on camera attempting to traverse rising flood waters in Florida amid a tropical storm. The owner of the yellow Huracan, which is priced from $429,000 before on-road costs in Australia, wasn't quite prepared to find themselves caught in a torrential downpour while on the road in Miami during the Tropical Storm Eta. Rather than trying to pull off the road, the driver decided to plough on – causing water to surge up and over the car's bonnet.

2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line teased, Australian launch confirmed

A trio of official teaser images for the upcoming 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line has been handed down today, following the September unveiling of the regular new Tucson models. While the standard Tucson is due here in the first half of 2021, Hyundai Australia says it expects the Tucson N Line to reach Australia "by the end of 2021".

REVISIT: 2020 Toyota Corolla ZR Hybrid hatch review

Sporty style, stacks of safety – and the ability to dodge petrol stations. What more could a Corolla buyer ask for? It’s probably safe to say that Australia is now at a point where hybrid-powered cars are entirely unremarkable. You’ll have ridden in one as a taxi or on a ride-share trip, or maybe your office has one as a company car. The silent-operation bits come as no surprise, nor the fact that they’re really just a ‘normal’ car.

2021 Toyota GR Yaris specifications revealed for Australia

Specifications for the 2021 Toyota GR Yaris performance hatch have been revealed for the Australian market. During the pre-order phase Toyota keep details scares, opting to only release powertrain figures to potential customers.

No electric Porsche 911 for the foreseeable future

The iconic Porsche 911 will retain an internal combustion engine for the foreseeable future – with no chance of an all-electric version of the halo car, according to CEO Oliver Blume. Blume told US-based news outlet Bloomberg, “Let me be clear, our icon, the 911, will have a combustion engine for a long time to come.

2021 Land Rover Discovery price and specs: Range trimmed, base price increases

SUV specialist Land Rover has rolled out a steady stream of updates over the last few months, and now it's the 2021 Land Rover Discovery's turn. Arriving as a mid-life refresh for Land Rover’s rival to SUVs like the Audi Q8 and Lexus LX, the new models are set to arrive in Australia with Jaguar Land Rover’s latest-generation mild-hybrid six cylinder petrol and diesel engines exclusively.

Volvo recalls 2500 cars in Australia after a death linked to a faulty airbag in the US

After once boldly claiming no-one would die in a Volvo car in 2020, the Swedish car maker is recalling 54,000 vehicles in the US – and 2559 examples in Australia – after a death linked to a faulty airbag in North America. Although the defective airbag was not supplied by Takata, the conditions are eerily similar.

Stellantis: Fiat-Chrysler and Peugeot-Citroen merger set for European approval – UPDATE

UPDATE, November 10, 2020: Today, the merged Fiat Chrysler and PSA Groupe (Peugeot Citroen) companies have revealed the final version of their Stellantis logo. In its finished form, the logo adds a dotted starburst device to the A of the Stellantis wordmark revealed in July – reflecting the Latin term 'stello'; "to brighten with stars".

2021 MG ZS EV: $43,990 drive-away for first orders

UPDATE, November 10 2020: The new 2021 MG ZS EV will be offered in Australia from a lower-than-expected $40,990 before on-road costs – and buyers who get in quickly with a deposit will be offered a national drive-away price of $43,990. That price marks a $3000 saving on the pre-order drive-away price offered in November last year – which may disappoint those early birds, but they will at least receive their orders first. All, however, should begin arriving "before Christmas".

Looking for a Christmas treat? Here are five performance vehicles on sale now

Australia loves a performance car, no questions there. Whether that stems from the tyranny of distance, or our cultural upbringing on Bathurst and V8s, who knows. What we do know is that we still continue to buy the hotted-up versions of regular cars, alongside a healthy amount of two-door sports cars, too.

Peugeot Museum to restore and sell classic models

While you can still buy a 1988 Peugeot 405 new in some parts of the world, now you can have your 1988 Peugeot 405 restored to as-new condition by the world’s best. To celebrate 210 years of the French brand, the Peugeot Museum will offer a bespoke restoration service for iconic vehicles, to be carried out by the museum’s own workshop technicians. Where parts don’t exist, they will be recreated using modern 3D printing techniques, or by engaging historical suppliers.

Flying car actually flies: KleinVision AirCar completes flight tests

The Slovakian KleinVision AirCar has just passed its first flight tests at Nitra Airport in Slovakia, and in doing so, successfully completed the transition from ground driving mode, to flying and back again. Weighing in at 1100kg, the AirCar is powered by a 104kW 1.6-litre BMW engine and has an estimated range of 1000km, with a maximum cruising speed of around 200km/h. The AirCar requires a runway of just 300m to take off – where, for context, a Cessna 172 light aircraft needs almost 500m.

2020 McLaren 720S Spider review

The open-top version of a supercar doesn’t always deliver the same driving experience as its closed-lid sibling, no matter how hard it might try. In the case of the 2020 McLaren 720S Spider, however, we may have found a worthy contender.

Video: 2020 Kia Sorento S review

How does Kia's new base model Sorento S stacks up as a family car? We grab a baby seat and stroller to find out.

2021 Lexus UX300e: Australian launch timing confirmed for electric SUV

Lexus has announced its first-ever all-electric vehicle, the UX300e small SUV, is coming to Australia, landing in showrooms from November 2021. First launched in overseas markets earlier this year, the UX300e remained unconfirmed for the Australian market until November 9, when Lexus Australia CEO Scott Thompson announced it will land in line with the 2021 Melbourne Cup, of which Lexus is a major sponsor.

Video: ANCAP turns to terrifying real-life dashcam footage for new TV campaign

A new safety campaign from the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP) has used real-life dashcam footage submitted by Australians to highlight the importance of autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and lane support systems (LSS) in new cars. In an effort to showcase how automated driver assist technologies can intervene, the ads show a variety of near-miss run-ins between pedestrians and drivers, as well as footage of drivers veering out of their lanes and into oncoming traffic.

2022 BMW iX1 electric SUV spy photos

With BMW's new iX3 electric SUV now out in the open and on its way to Australia, one of the next cabs off the rank will be the smaller BMW iX1 EV. As these new spy photos reveal, it seems clear the iX1 electric SUV will follow the same course plotted by the iX3, using the body of its regular X1 sibling.

2021 Lexus IS gets TRD, Modellista styling options

As it often does, the unveiling of a new Lexus model has been followed by the availability of TRD and Modellista styling tweaks. Regular readers will be familiar with this theme, and other recent styling 'upgrades' from the TRD and Modellista lines have included the new Yaris Cross, the RAV4, the C-HR and the Prius – among others.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300e PHEV review

Analysing a plug-in hybrid vehicle is tricky. As a halfway point between EV and internal combustion, they offer multiple solutions to motoring. Full EV, two motors working in tandem to enable a long range, or an all-out performance mode where economy is the least important factor.