Year: 2023
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Holden
Past blast: 2001 Holden Statesman 5.7 V8 (WHII), with 0-100 video
When it comes to iconic Australian sedans the Holden Statesman/Caprice is one of the most memorable. They were regulars at bowling clubs and government buildings. Holden’s WH version launched in June 1999 and was a significant evolution in the brand’s…
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Subaru
2024 Subaru BRZ tS now on sale in Australia, priced from $48,690
Subaru Australia is revving up excitement with the announcement of the highly-anticipated 2024 model year Subaru BRZ, set to hit Aussie roads in January, 2024. The cherry on top? The introduction of the all-new BRZ tS; a performance-oriented variant that…
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Genesis
Genesis unveils real-life 10,000rpm X Gran Berlinetta VGT concept
Genesis has created a real-life version of its 2024 X Gran Berlinetta Vision GT Concept, and it features a mind-blowing 799kW V6 engine that revs to 10,000rpm. If only a production version was on the horizon, hey? The full-size concept…
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Hyundai reviews
2024 Hyundai Kona Hybrid review – Australian launch (video)
At this point of vehicle electrification development, regular hybrid powertrains seem to be the best balance. Because you don’t have to worry about charging or range anxiety, but you’re still getting the boost of e-motor assistance to slash fuel consumption.…
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Suzuki
2024 Suzuki Jimny XL 5-door now on sale in Australia, priced from $34,990
The no-so-little 2024 Suzuki Jimny XL has launched in Australia, bringing a 5-door option to the market for those looking for a plucky, go-anywhere SUV. It comes as Suzuki Australia confirms the return of the auto 3-door model back to…
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VFACTS
VFACTS: November 2023 new car sales results for Australia
The monthly new car sales figures for November suggest we are on track for a record year in 2023, as the VFACTS report reveals another record month in units. Aussie consumers took delivery of 112,141 new vehicles in November this…
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BYD
BYD opens service centre in Sydney; ute confirmed, Seagull on the radar
At the opening of its pre-delivery inspection and service and training centre in Mascot, BYD confirmed its upcoming ute and mid-sized SUV will be launched next year with hybrid power. Using BYD’s ‘DMI’ system available in other markets, the company…
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Jeep
2024 Jeep Wrangler update for Australia adds 2.0L turbo engine
Jeep Australia is finally bringing in a pretty major update for the 2024 Wrangler, introducing a 2.0-litre turbo engine for the first time. Some changes have been made to the lineup, with boosted safety. The new lineup consists of four…
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Volkswagen
340kW hybrid 2024 Volkswagen Touareg R announced in Australia
A new big daddy Volkswagen Touareg R has been announced for 2024, joining showrooms in Australia as the new flagship and most powerful VW ever offered. Firstly, power. It comes from a 3.0-litre turbo-petrol V6 that produces 250kW and 450Nm.…