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    Articles by Justin Hilliard

    Justin Hilliard

    Justin Hilliard

    Head of Editorial

    Justin’s dad chose to miss his birth because he wanted to watch Peter Brock hopefully win Bathurst, so it figures Justin grew up to have a car obsession, too – and don’t worry, his dad did turn up in time after some stern words from his mum.

    That said, despite loving cars and writing, Justin chose to pursue career paths that didn’t lend themselves to automotive journalism, before eventually ending up working as a computer technician. But that car itch just couldn’t be scratched by his chipped Volkswagen Golf R (Mk7), so he finally decided to give into the inevitable and study a Master of Journalism at the same time.

    And even with the long odds, Justin was lucky enough to land a full-time job as a motoring journalist soon after graduating and the rest, as they say, is history. These days, Justin happily finds himself working at CarsGuide during the biggest period of change yet for the automotive industry, which is perhaps the most exciting part of all.

    In case you’re wondering, Justin begrudgingly sold the Golf R (sans chip) and still has plans to buy his dream car, an E46 BMW M3 coupe (manual, of course), but he is in desperate need of a second car space – or maybe a third.

    2022 Subaru WRX reveal delayed! Big setback for new Toyota GR Yaris and Volkswagen Golf R rival - but it's still bringing turbo fun soon: report

    17 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    India's new Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 rival! 2022 Mahindra XUV700 offers five- or seven-seat versatility to succeed ageing XUV500

    17 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Mahindra has revealed the all-new XUV700, with the mid-size SUV...Read more

    Next best thing? New Toyota 86 GR and Subaru BRZ could get hybrid powertrain instead of eagerly anticipated turbo engine: report

    16 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    The second-generation Toyota GR 86 and Subaru BRZ sports cars could get...Read more

    New Toyota LandCruiser Prado coming sooner than expected? Heavy LC300 influence expected - twin-turbo diesel V6 possibly included - for 4x4: report

    16 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    According to a new report, Toyota will launch the next LandCruiser...Read more

    2022 Nissan Z still set for big reveal! Wait almost over for new Toyota Supra rival - but will its twin-turbo V6 live up to its rumoured 400Z name?

    13 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    This month’s New York motor show may have been cancelled at the...Read more

    2022 Honda NSX Type S revealed: Legendary Nissan GT-R rival goes out with a bang - more hybrid power and wilder styling included

    13 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    The iconic Honda NSX supercar has reached the end of the line – again...Read more

    2022 Toyota Fortuner price and features: Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and LDV D90 rival gets upgraded

    12 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    The Fortuner has been upgraded by Toyota Australia, with the large SUV...Read more

    2022 Toyota HiLux price and features: Technology update arrives for Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara and Mazda BT-50 rival

    12 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Toyota Australia has updated the HiLux for 2022, with more technology...Read more

    2022 Tesla Model X price and features: Cost of entry to facelifted Audi e-tron and BMW iX rival gets significantly more expensive

    11 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Tesla Australia has raised the cost of entry to the facelifted Model X...Read more

    2022 Tesla Model S price and features: Huge cost increase for Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT rival's incoming facelift

    11 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Local deliveries haven’t even started yet, but Tesla Australia has...Read more

    Apple iCar EV gaining traction! New electric car from iPhone, iPad and Mac maker closer to reality following talks with Korean partners: report

    10 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    It’s no secret that tech giant Apple has been looking to get into the...Read more

    China's 'mythical beast'! 2022 GWM Haval Shenshou revealed as new flagship SUV and Mazda CX-5, Volkswagen Tiguan and Ford Escape rival

    10 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    GWM Haval has revealed its new flagship SUV, the mid-size Shenshou,...Read more

    Watch out, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado! GWM Haval's new X-Dog off-roader leaked as incoming Big Dog's bigger, badder brother

    9 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    There will soon be more than a few dogs in GWM Haval’s pack, and the...Read more

    Toyota RAV4 Hybrid's next big challenger? 2023 Honda CR-V shaping up as new Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail and Mitsubishi Outlander rival with electric twist

    9 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    It’s no secret that Honda is busy developing the sixth-generation CR-V...Read more

    Is Hyundai losing its competitive advantage? Why not all of its new cars - including Tucson - are specifically tuned for Australia anymore explained

    6 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Following the axing of Holden last year, Hyundai and Kia were left as...Read more

    MG ZS cracks the Top 10 models for first time in July 2021 new-car sales to cement itself as the best-selling small SUV

    4 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    For the ninth month in a row in July 2021, the Australian new-vehicle...Read more

    Longer 'Toyota Kluger' seven-seater coming soon! Third-row passengers to be offered more space in new Toyota Grand Highlander from 2023: report

    3 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    The fourth-generation Kluger already comes with seven seats, but what...Read more

    You won't believe what the new LC300 could've looked like! 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series was a 'HEX-Y' beast in another life

    3 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Do you like what the new LandCruiser 300 Series is about but wish it...Read more

    2022 Ford Ranger price and features: Toyota HiLux, Mitsubishi Triton and Isuzu D-Max rival expands twin-turbo diesel option as part of update

    2 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Ford Australia has updated the fourth-generation Ranger for MY21.75,...Read more

    2022 Kia Sportage price and features: Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Nissan X-Trail, Subaru Forester and Mitsubishi Outlander rival's RRP keeps rising

    2 August 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    For the fifth time in about 15 months, the fourth-generation Sportage...Read more

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