Articles by Joshua Dowling

Joshua Dowling

National Motoring Editor

Joshua Dowling was formerly the National Motoring Editor of News Corp Australia. An automotive expert, Dowling has decades of experience as a motoring journalist, where he specialises in industry news.

Ford Focus RS, Volkswagen Golf R and Subaru WRX STI 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 29 Jul 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the VW Golf R, Ford Focus RS and Subaru WRX STI with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.

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Suzuki Baleno 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 29 Jul 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the 2016 Suzuki Baleno with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.

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World's most advanced car is here

By Joshua Dowling · 27 Jul 2016

There is a lot this new car can do by itself -- including changing lanes and steering -- just don't call it autonomous.

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New car sales figures could be set for a change

By Joshua Dowling · 22 Jul 2016

Roughly one in 10 new cars reported as sold may not leave the dealership for months or — in rare cases — years.

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Mazda CX-9, Kia Sorento and Toyota Kluger 2016 review: 7-seater comparison

By Joshua Dowling · 22 Jul 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the Mazda CX-9 Touring AWD, Toyota Kluger GXL AWD and Kia Sorento Platinum AWD with specs, fuel consumption and verdict in this comparison review.

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Jaguar F-Pace scores Bond-style wristband key

By Joshua Dowling · 15 Jul 2016

It looks like a 'Fit Bit', but this wearable means you can go surfing without having to stash a key in a hiding place.

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Hyundai ute confirmed

By Joshua Dowling · 15 Jul 2016

In the same week a historic deal was announced between Mazda and Isuzu to develop a ute comes the news Korean car giant Hyundai is finally poised to join the booming market.

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Jaguar F-Pace 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 15 Jul 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the Jaguar F-Pace with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch.

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Kia Cerato, Hyundai Elantra and Honda Civic sedan 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 15 Jul 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the Kia Cerato S Premium, Hyundai Elantra Elite and Honda Civic VTi-S sedans with specs, fuel consumption and verdict in this comparison review.

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Mazda and Isuzu to jointly develop next-generation utes

By Joshua Dowling · 12 Jul 2016

Now Mazda and Isuzu have joined forces, what does that mean for next Holden Colorado ute?

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