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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.'

    Is this GWM's Haval H6 replacement? New B07 EV+ AWD plug-in hybrid SUV revealed with long driving range and huge power to put MG HS PHEV on notice

    18 April 2023 by James Cleary

    2023 Subaru Crosstrek: What we know so far about the soon-to-arrive, third-generation compact SUV coming for Honda HR-V, Nissan Qashqai and Toyota Corolla Cross

    17 April 2023 by James Cleary

    There’s a lot we already know about Subaru’s new Crosstrek compact...Read more

    Ioniq taking Hyundai to the top! EV sub-brand's electrifying impact sees South Korean giant aiming up at premium players!

    16 April 2023 by James Cleary

    If you thought Hyundai's pure-electric Ioniq 5 SUV was a bolt of design...Read more

    Volvo V60 Cross Country 2023 review: Ultimate B5

    14 April 2023 by James Cleary
    There’s something about a Volvo wagon. Especially one with Cross Country in its name. City sophistication mixed with the potential for adventurous outdoor pursuits. Leaning into its all-wheel-drive capability for a cheeky ski weekend with the family . Hooking up the boat and heading to the lake for...Read more

    Tesla can wait! Hyundai Australia bullish on Ioniq 6 success, and not focused on Tesla Model 3... yet

    14 April 2023 by James Cleary

    Hyundai Australia is bullish about sales prospects for its just-...Read more

    BMW Code Red!: Ultra-luxury XM Label Red dials up SUV flagship's power and personality

    12 April 2023 by James Cleary

    It’s only just hit the market but already BMW has given its flagship XM...Read more

    Hyundai's 2023 new model pipeline ready to burst! Six all-new or updated electric cars, SUVs and N performance models coming to Australia this year, including Kona, Santa Fe, i30 sedan and more!

    7 April 2023 by James Cleary

    It's already been a big year for Hyundai in Australia, with the new-car...Read more

    Hyundai Ioniq 6 Epiq 2023 review: snapshot

    6 April 2023 by James Cleary
    The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Epiq is the premium specification in a three-grade...Read more

    Next-gen Hyundai i30 EV! Will the Mazda3, Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Golf rival transition into an electric car?

    5 April 2023 by James Cleary

    It's been one of the mainstays of Hyundai's local line-up since...Read more

    Hyundai Ioniq 6 Techniq 2023 review: snapshot

    4 April 2023 by James Cleary
    The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Techniq is the midpoint in a three-grade model line-up...Read more

    Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq 2023 review: snapshot

    2 April 2023 by James Cleary
    The Hyundai Ioniq 6 Dynamiq is the entry-point to a three-grade model line...Read more

    Hyundai Ioniq 6 2023 review

    31 March 2023 by James Cleary
    Imagine being so focused on optimising a car’s aero performance that you break out the planishing hammer and flatten off the badge on its nose. No doubt Hyundai found a more sophisticated way of lowering the profile of the new Ioniq 6’s most prominent logo, but the fact is it’s helped produce one...Read more

    Ford's Capri comeback! New electric SUV to challenge Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and MG ZS EV - reports

    24 March 2023 by James Cleary

    It was a sleek 2+2 coupe in the 1970s and ‘80s before being reborn as a...Read more

    Suzuki Jimny 2023 review: GLX manual

    20 March 2023 by James Cleary
    A car park is a lot like a dog park. Each contains a variety of personalities, from cranky and slothful to bright and engaging. Small, medium and large. Fast, slow and everything in between. How about these canines and their automotive equivalents? British Bulldog - Land Rover Defender . Golden...Read more

    Repair or inflator kits don't cut it - Aussie drivers need real spare tyres! | Opinion

    19 March 2023 by James Cleary

    It was a YouTube viewer response that burst my bubble of complacency...Read more

    Ferrari blows the roof off its Roma 2+2 with stunning Spider soft-top

    17 March 2023 by James Cleary

    Two years after the arrival of its stunningly beautiful twin-turbo V8-...Read more

    Are you ready to pay more than $60K for an entry-level 2023 BMW X1? Pricing up but specs steady for Volvo XC40, Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA rival

    17 March 2023 by James Cleary

    BMW's entry-level SUV, the compact X1, has quietly cracked the $60,000...Read more

    Watts up at Renault?! Renault Australia powers ahead on electric cars through pure-electric vans, ultra-cool retro R5 and Alpine performance

    14 March 2023 by James Cleary

    "Anything electric (Renault Group) builds in right-hand drive we will...Read more

    From zero to hero! How Renault has driven sales success in Australia with SUV, light commercials and good strategy

    9 March 2023 by James Cleary

    "Value over volume" is the strategic mantra driving Renault Australia,...Read more

    What will replace this Toyota RAV4 family SUV rival? 2023 Renault Koleos "could go forever and a day" but there's a sleek Espace-shaped replacement waiting in the wings

    8 March 2023 by James Cleary

    Since its launch in 2016 the second-generation version of Renault’s mid...Read more

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