Articles by Andrew Chesterton

Andrew Chesterton

Contributing Journalist

Andrew Chesterton should probably hate cars. From his hail-damaged Camira that looked like it had spent a hard life parked at the end of Tiger Woods' personal driving range, to the Nissan Pulsar Reebok that shook like it was possessed by a particularly mean-spirited demon every time he dared push past 40km/h, his personal car history isn't exactly littered with gold.

But that seemingly endless procession of rust-savaged hate machines taught him something even more important; that cars are more than a collection of nuts, bolts and petrol. They're your ticket to freedom, a way to unlock incredible experiences, rolling invitations to incredible adventures. They have soul.

And so, somehow, the car bug still bit. And it bit hard.

When "Chesto" started his journalism career with News Ltd's Sunday and Daily Telegraph newspapers, he covered just about everything, from business to real estate, courts to crime, before settling into state political reporting at NSW Parliament House.

But the automotive world's siren song soon sounded again, and he begged anyone who would listen for the opportunity to write about cars. Eventually they listened, and his career since has seen him filing car news, reviews and features for TopGear, Wheels, Motor and, of course, CarsGuide, as well as many, many others.

More than a decade later, and the car bug is yet to relinquish its toothy grip. And if you ask Chesto, he thinks it never will.

And so, somehow, the car bug still bit. And it bit hard.

More than a decade later, and the car bug is yet to relinquish its toothy grip. And if you ask Chesto, he thinks it never will.

Navara NISMO versus Toyota GR HiLux? Nissan's performance brand to expand to utes and SUVs

30 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The cheaper Chinese EVs coming soon: How BYD plans to take down Tesla in Australia

29 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Chinese EV maker BYD is planning a full-frontal assault on Australia's...Read more

Rivian revs up for Australia: New trademarks point to four-model attack on everything from the Toyota HiLux to the Mazda CX-5

27 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

US EV up-and-comer Rivian is seemingly preparing a full-scale assault...Read more

You're wrong on Chinese utes: Why your next diesel dual-cab might not be a Toyota HiLux or a Ford Ranger | Opinion

26 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Of all the stories we produce here at CarsGuide, few get our...Read more

Toyota takes on the Holden SS Ute and HSV Maloo: New HiLux GR Sport revealed with epic lowrider variant that steals its design cues from the LandCruiser GR Sport

25 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The Toyota HiLux GR Sport has been revealed in all its low-riding glory...Read more

Another hit for Holden workers with Lang Lang Proving Ground to close in September as VinFast abandons Australia

24 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The former Holden workers now employed by VinFast at the iconic Lang...Read more

Toyota pumps the brakes on LC300 in Australia: October deliveries scrapped as LandCruiser 300 Series' work stoppage bites

24 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series deliveries in Australia for October are...Read more

China's toughest SUV yet! New Great Wall Tank 600 will use big V6 to lure you out of your Toyota LandCruiser Prado

23 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

China has just taken its most obvious shot yet at Japan's most...Read more

Forget off-roading - this tough-looking Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series wants to be king of the street

22 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Sure as night follows day, the appearance of a new Toyota will spark...Read more

Kia's EV6 is just the beginning: New EV4 mid-size SUV will have the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid in its all-electric sights - reports

22 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Kia's EV6 is just the beginning of the brand's full-throttle push into...Read more

2022 Toyota LandCruiser Prado to look like a baby LC300! Is this our best look yet at the new Prado?

22 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The new Toyota LandCruiser Prado has taken shape in new renders, with...Read more

Is Toyota about to make a massive mistake with the 2022 LandCruiser Prado? Reports long-awaited new model won't actually be all that new | Opinion

20 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Just as we're all starting to grow accustomed to the mountain of change...Read more

Your LC300 wait time is about to get a whole lot longer: Toyota cancels LandCruiser 300 production for FOUR WEEKS as off-road icon hardest hit by parts shortages

20 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Global deliveries for the new Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series have been...Read more

You think it's hard to find a new car now? Toyota HALVES production across RAV4 Hybrid, Corolla and more as it idles almost every factory it has

20 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

A serious supply shortage has forced Toyota to paused production at...Read more

First LC300s arrive in Australia! Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series getting an early mark?

17 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

The first of many examples of a production-ready Toyota Land Cruiser...Read more

This Honda Integra Type R would be a Toyota GR Corolla-baiting beast

16 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Honda has only just confirmed the iconic Integra nameplate is making a...Read more

Are you ready to admit you paid too much for your LC200? New LC300 prices show how overpriced the LandCruiser 200 Series really was | Opinion

12 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Australia is Toyota country. LandCruiser country. A land of harsh...Read more

New Mazda CX-5 detailed with diesel-hybrid tech: Finally a mid-size SUV that can take down the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid? Reports

12 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Mazda is reportedly preparing to unveil a new CX-5 in 2023, and...Read more

Mazda eyes race-car rivalling RX with rotary power back on the table - reports

12 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Mazda just keeps teasing us with talk of a rotary revival, with fresh...Read more

Toyota toughens up: Fortuner GR Sport revealed, hardcore HiLux to follow in October - reports

11 August 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

Toyota's HiLux family is being given the toughen-up treatment, with the...Read more

Articles by Andrew Chesterton

Andrew Chesterton

Contributing Journalist

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