Year: 2024
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Toyota
Next-gen Toyota GR86/Subaru BRZ could get hybrid or PHEV powertrain
The notion of an electric sports car is not a new one, but generally speaking, plug-in hybrid powertrains are unfavourable due to the weight penalty of the batteries and the fact they have to coexist with a petrol engine. So…
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Genesis reviews
2024 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake review
Wagons don’t often come across our garage nowadays. But there is one brand who is not giving up on them; the South Korean premium car manufacturer, Genesis. It offers the G70 mid-size sedan in what it prefers to call a…
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Bugatti
Bugatti Tourbillon revealed; 1800hp hybrid, 9500rpm V16
Where could Bugatti go next after first amazing the world with its 1001hp Veyron, and then the 1500hp Chiron? Enter the 1800hp Tourbillon. This is the company’s next-generation hypercar, featuring hybrid power and a naturally aspirated engine for the first…
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Hyundai
2025 Hyundai Staria & Staria Load now on sale in Australia
Hyundai Australia has announced a mild update for the arrival of the 2025 Staria and Staria Load vans, adding Bluelink car connectivity, more features, and minor styling revisions. The biggest change is the introduction of Bluelink connected vehicle technology. Bluelink…
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Hyundai
2025 Hyundai Tucson updates announced for Australia, hybrid option added
Hyundai Australia is expanding its hybrid range with the introduction of the 2025 Tucson. It also brings a segment-first curved panoramic display inside, Bluelink connectivity, and over-the-air update capabilities. Firstly, the powertrains. The diesel has been dropped completely and now…
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BMW
All-new 2025 BMW X3 revealed, confirmed for Australia Q1 next year
Here it is. The next-gen, 2025 BMW X3. This is set to lay new standards for the premium mid-size SUV class, and it has been locked in for Australia for early next year. The new model is 34mm longer, 29mm…
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Hyundai reviews
2024 Hyundai Palisade Elite review (video)
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade has arrived with a fresh look and a host of upgrades. The model being reviewed here is the Elite trim level. At the top end the Calligraphy replaces the outgoing Highlander trim, no doubt further trying…
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Ford reviews
1997 Ford EL Falcon GT review (video)
The 1997 Ford EL Falcon GT is part of a lineage synonymous with Australian motoring heritage, and also remains as a testament to the glory days of Ford’s local manufacturing capability. It was introduced as a celebration of Ford’s 75th…
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MINI
2025 MINI Aceman lineup confirmed for Australia, priced from $55,990
The cute new MINI Aceman has been announced for Australia, coming in as a fully electric compact SUV ready for zipping around the go-kart track… or regular driving on public roads. Two variants make up the Aussie range, with the…