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.

Best small car, SUV and family car deals ahead of EOFY

By Joshua Dowling · 20 Jun 2016

The new-car market is set to break two records. It’s on track to become the biggest June to date

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Best ute and van deals ahead of EOFY

By Joshua Dowling · 20 Jun 2016

June 30 nears, dealers sharpen prices, accountants look at the books and tradies update their transport

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Honda Gold Wing motorcycle added to Takata airbag recall

By Joshua Dowling · 20 Jun 2016

There’s a motorcycle with an airbag? Yes, and it turns out that might not be a good thing after all.

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Great Wall Australian comeback confirmed

By Joshua Dowling · 17 Jun 2016

After recently announcing that it was looking to revive its business in Australia, China's Great Wall has confirmed its new dual-cab ute will be called the Steed.

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Ford Fiesta ST Mountune 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 17 Jun 2016

Ford's pocket rocket has been given an optional power boost. But is it worth the extra money?

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 coupe 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 17 Jun 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe with specs, fuel consumption and verdict

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How to make the most of new car deals before Yen-driven price rises

By Joshua Dowling · 14 Jun 2016

A weakening Australian dollar against the Japanese Yen is about to put price pressure on our biggest source of imported cars.

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Luxury brands open to new car deals as much as mainstream | comment

By Joshua Dowling · 10 Jun 2016

Luxury car brands are loath to publish discounted prices — it hurts their image to be seen hawking their wares.

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Ferrari added to Takata airbag recall

By Joshua Dowling · 08 Jun 2016

More than 350 Ferrari sports-cars recalled in Australia due to faulty Takata airbags

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Skoda Superb 206TSI 4x4 wagon 2016 review

By Joshua Dowling · 03 Jun 2016

Joshua Dowling road tests and reviews the new Skoda Superb 206TSI 4x4 wagon with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.

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