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    Articles by James Cleary

    James Cleary

    James Cleary

    Deputy Editor

    As a small boy James often sat on a lounge with three shoes in front of him, a ruler between the cushions, and a circular drinks tray in his hands. He would then play ‘drivings’, happily heading to destinations unknown for hours on end. He’s since owned many cars, raced a few, and driven (literally) thousands of them at all points of the globe.

    He’s steered around and across Australia multiple times, spent time as an advanced driving instructor, and had the opportunity to experience rare and valuable classics here and overseas.

    His time in motoring journalism has included stints at national and international titles including Motor, Wheels and TopGear, and when asked to nominate a career highlight, James says interviewing industry legend Gordon Murray, in the paddock at the 1989 Australian Formula One Grand Prix was amazing, especially as Murray waived away a hovering Ayrton Senna to complete the conversation.

    As Deputy Editor, James manages everything from sub-editing to back-end content, while creating written and video product reviews, as well as the weekly 'Tools in the Shed' podcast.'

    Zen driving - How letting go of road rage can lead to a safer oneness with the world | Opinion

    11 September 2021 by James Cleary

    Speed isn't the issue: Our flawed connection to reducing speed as a universal solution to road safety | Opinion

    22 August 2021 by James Cleary

    In the context of road safety in Australia, I’m about to say something...Read more

    Today Australia, tomorrow the world! Great Wall Haval's mission to challenge biggest car makers on track, with Chinese powerhouse's global volume up 50 per cent

    17 August 2021 by James Cleary

    Great Wall Motor (GWM), arguably the most powerful of China’s ‘Big Four...Read more

    Why Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving Beta 9' is unsafe at any speed | Opinion

    15 August 2021 by James Cleary

    Within the confines of a teenager’s darkened bedroom (what’s so bad...Read more

    Are Kia and Hyundai about to crack the clean, 'green' hydrogen code? Collaboration with Canadian specialists a big step towards holy grail of economic production

    11 August 2021 by James Cleary

    Kia and Hyundai have confirmed their determination to bring hydrogen...Read more

    Niki Lauda: 17 things you didn't know about the F1 champion

    11 August 2021 by James Cleary

    Although the 2013 feature film Rush brought the name of three-...Read more

    2022 Volkswagen Caddy California price and features: New camper-van set to arrive with adventure-ready versatility and plenty of technology

    11 August 2021 by James Cleary

    Volkswagen has launched a new version of its Caddy light commercial van...Read more

    Who's buying a Genesis? The buyer profile of the Korean luxury brand's Australian customers will surprise you

    24 July 2021 by James Cleary

    Although Genesis is still establishing itself at the premium end of the...Read more

    Genesis hunting Audi e-tron, BMW i and Mercedes-EQ with new GV60, GV70 and G80 electric cars in 2022

    10 July 2021 by James Cleary

    Already challenging established luxury brands with its tech, safety,...Read more

    BMW M3 Competition 2021 review

    17 June 2021 by James Cleary
    You could argue the BMW M1, a stunning wedge of late ‘70s Giorgetto...Read more

    Genesis G70 2021 review

    11 June 2021 by James Cleary
    After an early identity crisis where the name was used under the Hyundai...Read more

    2021 Genesis G70 pricing and specs detailed: Upgraded luxury challenger takes aim at Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Jaguar XE and Mercedes C-Class

    2 June 2021 by James Cleary

    Genesis has confirmed pricing and specification for a comprehensively...Read more

    Porsche Cayenne 2021 review: GTS

    21 May 2021 by James Cleary
    Porsche turned the automotive world upside down and inside out in the...Read more

    Porsche 911 2021 review: Turbo S

    14 May 2021 by James Cleary
    It’s getting on for half a century since Porsche introduced its first 911...Read more

    VW T-Cross 2021 review - Everything you want to know about Volkswagen's small SUV

    7 May 2021 by James Cleary
    We're spoiled for choice when it comes to city-sized SUV options, and...Read more

    Audi Q7 2021 review: 50 TDI quattro S line long-term

    2 April 2021 by James Cleary
    It measures over five metres long, tips the scales at more than 2.2 tonnes, seats seven people in luxurious comfort, and goes like the clappers. Enter the Audi Q7 50 TDI quattro S line, occupying the CarsGuide garage for a three-month summertime stint. Read More: Audi Q7 2018 reviewRead more

    Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2021 review: E300 sedan

    9 March 2021 by James Cleary
    There was a time when the E-Class sat in the middle of Mercedes-Benz's...Read more

    Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 2021 review

    18 February 2021 by James Cleary
    Feels like lately all the Mercedes-AMG buzz has been at the smaller end of...Read more

    Jaguar F-Type 2021 review: R

    22 January 2021 by James Cleary
    After a long gestation period where a variety of Jaguar corporate...Read more

    BMW M8 2021 review: Competition Gran Coupe

    3 January 2021 by James Cleary
    The right lane on Aussie freeways is occasionally referred to as the ‘fast...Read more

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