Articles by Spencer Leech

Spencer Leech

Contributing Journalist

It's little surprise that Spencer pursued a career in motoring journalism; a born car and motorcycle tragic coming from a long line of typesetters and writers. In short, it was meant to be.

He cut his teeth in the automotive industry freelancing as a writer and photographer for titles including Wheels, Unique Cars, Street Machine and Carsales, before filling editorship roles at Australian Road Rider and GoAutoMedia.

Spencer contributes regularly to Carsguide, sometimes corresponding from far corners of the globe. By night, he shreds the synthesizer in a little-known Melbourne rock band called Midnight Medley.

Holden Heritage Auction

By Spencer Leech · 07 Nov 2019

Eight highly significant Holden models have been listed on an online auction, including the first production VF Commodore.Built in 2013, the first vehicle to roll off the VF production line was a Calais-V with a six-speed automatic transmission and Prussi

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Citroen reveals electrified SUV

By Spencer Leech · 07 Nov 2019

Citroen has revealed its new C5 Aircross Hybrid SUV, which leads the company's strategy to offer pure-electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains in every new model it launches from 2020 onwards.The electrified medium SUV will go on sale internationally in th

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Ford “Mach E” rendered

By Spencer Leech · 01 Nov 2019

Fans of the Ford Mustang electric SUV, which is set to be revealed at this month's Los Angeles motor show, may have previewed the model with this set of renderings.Based on previous teaser images, and with inspiration from recently leaked CAD illustration

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Genesis GV70 rendered

By Spencer Leech · 29 Oct 2019

These illustrations may give away the yet-to-be-revealed Genesis GV70 medium SUV ahead of its Australian launch in 2021.Russian publication Kolesa.ru has used spy photographs to render the new South Korean high rider, which will go to battle with the BMW

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Hyundai creates AI-based safety tech

By Spencer Leech · 21 Oct 2019

Hyundai Motor Group says its new driver-assistance feature will allow its cars to autonomously drive in an "identical pattern as that of the driver".The new Smart Cruise Control (SCC-ML) system uses artificial intelligence (AI) to incorporate the driver's

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Buick Regal 2020 leaked

By Spencer Leech · 21 Oct 2019

Leaked images of the Chinese-market Buick Regal could preview the next iteration of the related Opel Insignia, and in turn, Australia's Holden Commodore.The Buick Regal is closely aligned with the ZB Commodore, so these leaked images should give a reliabl

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Volkswagen T7 Multivan rendered

By Spencer Leech · 16 Oct 2019

Renderings published by Russian outfit Kolesa.ru may provide a glimpse at the next-generation 'T7' Volkswagen Multivan, long before its official reveal.The illustrations, which show a significantly modernised people mover, were created using recent spy sh

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New-gen Toyota Mirai revealed

By Spencer Leech · 11 Oct 2019

Toyota has revealed its second-generation Mirai, which looks completely different to its predecessor.The hydrogen-powered electric vehicle now sits on a longer, lower and wider sedan platform, with 20-inch wheels and Lexus-inspired styling.This means that

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Porsche Panamera 10 Years Edition

By Spencer Leech · 03 Oct 2019

Porsche Cars Australia has released a special Panamera 10 Years Edition to celebrate a decade since the first model was introduced.The Panamera 10 Years Edition variant is available in "very small numbers" from $236,000 plus on-road costs, or $266,100 for

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Lexus enhances ES sedan range

By Spencer Leech · 30 Sep 2019

Lexus Australia has added a new F Sport variant to its ES300h sedan range, as well as an equipment boosting Enhancement Pack for select models.Pricing has been raised by $600 for the Luxury and Sports Luxury variants, which now come in at $60,488 and $75,

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