Articles by David Morley

David Morley

Contributing Journalist

Morley’s attentions turned to cars and motoring fairly early on in his life. The realisation that the most complex motor vehicle was easier to both understand and control than the simplest human-being, set his career in motion.

Growing up in the country gave the young Morley a form of motoring freedom unmatched these days, as well as many trees to dodge.

With a background in newspapers, the move to motoring journalism was no less logical than Clive Palmer’s move into politics, and at times, at least as funny.

Why LC300 buyers are in for insurance shock

By David Morley · 04 Sep 2021

News that the new Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series will feature a large aluminium content for its exterior panels has raised a few eyebrows.

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What the LC300’s smaller fuel capacity means

By David Morley · 29 Aug 2021

How far will the new Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series go between service stations? We’ve done the maths for you.

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Why we should be thankful for manual Nissan Z

By David Morley · 29 Aug 2021

Perhaps the biggest cheer of encouragement heard at the global launch of the new Nissan Z was that the vehicle would be available with a proper six-speed manual complete with a clutch pedal.

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Will Toyota LC300’s big wheels be a problem?

By David Morley · 22 Aug 2021

No matter what else the new Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series turns out to be, it can be relied upon to be a proper off-roader.

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Jeep testing new models in Australia

By David Morley · 20 Aug 2021

Your new Jeep’s dynamics may well have been influenced by Australian conditions. But we may never know.

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Selling a car in VIC

By David Morley · 18 Aug 2021

How to sell a car in Victoria.

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Why the Toyota LC300’s tailgate is a big deal

By David Morley · 14 Aug 2021

As Toyota slowly opens the taps on pre-launch specifications of its all-new 300 Series LandCruiser, one of the details that was revealed this month is that even the entry-level model will have a single-piece tailgate. But what does that mean for Aussie adventurers?

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Should a Caravan be level when towing?

By David Morley · 10 Aug 2021

Should a caravan be level when towing?

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LC300’s 10-speed auto a potential problem?

By David Morley · 08 Aug 2021

There’s no doubt that automotive powerplant technology has been on a steep trajectory in recent years as car makers chase more power and torque from each drop of fuel.

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Why LC300’s new V6 diesel is questionable

By David Morley · 18 Jul 2021

An all-new engine is a big deal for any manufacturer.

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