Articles by Tung Nguyen

Tung Nguyen

News Editor

Having studied journalism at Monash University, Tung started his motoring journalism career more than a decade ago at established publications like Carsales and Wheels magazine.

Since then, he has risen through the ranks at GoAuto to Managing Editor before joining the CarsGuide team in 2019 as the newly-appointed News Editor.

Since starting at CarsGuide, Tung has spearheaded the push for well-researched and unique stories that will shines a light on the automotive industry for new-car-buying intenders, who might struggle to keep up to date with the fast-paced environment of motoring.

The last few years alone have seen an explosion of interest in electric cars, as well as a push for autonomous driving, and as News Editor, it is Tung’s job to stay abreast of all the latest and deliver stories worthy of CarsGuide growing audience.

Mazda won't let the rotary die

By Tung Nguyen · 20 Nov 2023

The rotary engine has largely fallen out of favour with many car brands, but Mazda is determined to make the internal combustion technology work despite its obvious shortcomings.

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Mazda EVs might be a while away

By Tung Nguyen · 18 Nov 2023

Mazda is taking a 'wait and see' approach to electric cars as it studies the market, customer preferences and emerging technologies before it fully commits to more tailpipe emissions-free models.

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Isuzu could make a Ranger Raptor rival

By Tung Nguyen · 18 Nov 2023

Isuzu is open to building its own flagship D-Max ute designed to take on the Ford Ranger Raptor, though it doesn’t look like the Japanese brand has anything cooking at the moment.

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DCT won’t harm Isuzu rep

By Tung Nguyen · 17 Nov 2023

Isuzu Trucks Australia’s incoming new-generation N Series light truck is in for a big transmission upgrade, but can the brand maintain its reliable reputation after moving to a dual-clutch automatic?

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Suzuki EVs to still be on brand

By Tung Nguyen · 16 Nov 2023

Suzuki, known for its lightweight and efficient platforms, wants to keep this philosophy alive as it moves towards electric vehicles (EVs) that are laden with technology.

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CX-60 due for transmission-altering update

By Tung Nguyen · 15 Nov 2023

Mazda has conceded its new CX-60 mid-size SUV features a sub-optimal transmission tune when compared to the CX-90, despite sharing the same componentry, but plans are underway to remedy the situation.

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Is Isuzu going to build a van?

By Tung Nguyen · 15 Nov 2023

Isuzu Ute Australia is doing a lot with a little, managing to be a top-10 player with just two models in its stable and holding off much bigger players like Nissan and Volkswagen in sales to the end of October this year.

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Polestar 5 breaks cover

By Tung Nguyen · 13 Nov 2023

Polestar has called dibs on November 9 as the day to celebrate itself, and shown off the Polestar 5 sans camouflage for the first time.

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New Triton to be more Aussie than before

By Tung Nguyen · 13 Nov 2023

Mitsubishi's upcoming Triton ute will feature a strong Australian influence as the new Ford Ranger rival boasts a locally tuned suspension and steering set-up.

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Mazda's new engines here to stay

By Tung Nguyen · 12 Nov 2023

Mazda's move to develop large displacement six-cylinder engines might be a surprise given the industry is pushing heavily towards electrification and downsizing, but the brand is committed to the 3.3-litre petrol and diesel powertrains for the long haul.

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