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Articles by 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 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.

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Range Rover Evoque SE Dynamic TD4 180 convertible 2017 review

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James Cleary road tests and reviews the new Range Rover Evoque Convertible...Read more

Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L hatch 2017 review

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James Cleary road tests and reviews the new Subaru Impreza 2.0i-L hatch...Read more

Audi SQ7 2017 review

17 February 2017 by James Cleary

James Cleary road tests and reviews the new Audi SQ7 performance SUV with...Read more

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13 February 2017 by James Cleary

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Ferrari 488 Spider 2017 review

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James Cleary road tests and reviews the new Ferrari 488 Spider with specs...Read more

Kia Carnival Si diesel 2017 review

2 February 2017 by James Cleary

James Cleary road tests and reviews the Kia Carnival Si diesel with specs...Read more

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLS 7 seat 2017 review

17 January 2017 by James Cleary

James Cleary brings the family into play for a suburban pressure test of...Read more

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