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.

Nissan GT-R Nismo loses weight

By Spencer Leech · 26 Sep 2019

Nissan Australia has priced its new GT-R Nismo at $378,000 plus on-road costs - up $79,000 compared to the outgoing model.Launched this week, the flagship GT-R variant has undergone significant weight reduction, and has been treated to a number of aerodyn

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Hi-po Audi Q3 RS unveiled

By Spencer Leech · 26 Sep 2019

Audi has revealed its new-generation Q3 RS small SUV, which will be available for the first time in coupe-style Sportback guise when the range hits local showrooms in Q2, 2020.The fresh design is headlined by a new grille, flared wheel arches, roof spoile

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New Patrol breaks cover

By Spencer Leech · 25 Sep 2019

Nissan Australia has confirmed that its subtly updated Patrol SUV will hit local showrooms "before Christmas this year".The new Patrol was revealed overnight in Abu Dhabi, distinguished by its "V-motion" grille and boomerang-shaped LED headlight signature

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New Mercedes GLC checks in

By Spencer Leech · 20 Sep 2019

Mercedes-Benz Australia has revealed pricing for its new GLC mid-size SUV range, which will include a plug-in hybrid option for the first time.Entry to the new model starts with the GLC 200, which is priced from $66,100 plus on-road costs.The electrified

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New Wiesmann model teased

By Spencer Leech · 17 Sep 2019

Exotic car manufacturer Wiesmann has reopened its factory doors to produce a new model - codenamed Project Gecko - with the BMW V8-powered coupe set to debut next year.A series of teaser images and a video of the upcoming sportscar supplied by the German

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3 Series gets Alpina treatment

By Spencer Leech · 10 Sep 2019

Alpina has revealed its new-generation B3 Touring AWD, based on BMW's latest 3 Series long roof.According to a spokesperson from Alpina Australia, the firm is finalising the business case to bring the B3 Touring to market."From an Australian viewpoint, th

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Hyundai 45 EV concept revealed

By Spencer Leech · 10 Sep 2019

Hyundai Motor Company has revealed its new 45 electric vehicle concept at the Frankfurt motor show, previewing the brand's future design direction for electric vehicles.The '45' moniker is a nod to the Pony Coupe Concept that was first revealed 45 years a

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Porsche 911 Carrera 4 confirmed

By Spencer Leech · 10 Sep 2019

Porsche Cars Australia has confirmed that its Carrera 4 Coupe and Cabriolet will hit local showrooms before year's end, priced from $245,600 and $267,100, respectively.At that pricepoint, the 4 sits below the Carrera S ($264,600) and 4S ($280,700) in the

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Generational divide in car habits

By Spencer Leech · 09 Sep 2019

A recent study conducted by Gumtree Cars has found a generational divide in regards to Australian car ownership habits.The research pertains to car buying and ownership trends between both millennials and baby boomers, with the latter group showing more c

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Porsche’s first all-electric model

By Spencer Leech · 05 Sep 2019

Following a lengthy teaser campaign, Porsche has officially lifted the lid on its first all-electric model – the Taycan.

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