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.

Range Rover Velar scores hot new engine
By Tung Nguyen · 23 Sep 2020
Land Rover has trimmed down the Range Rover Velar line-up from 13 variants to five for the 2021 model year, with examples of the new luxury SUV hitting Australian showrooms from March.Only three engine options - the carryover P250, and new P400 and D200 -
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Spicy Hyundai Sonata N Line shown
By Tung Nguyen · 23 Sep 2020
Hyundai has ripped the covers off the N Line version its new Sonata, revealing more aggressive styling in a bid to steal attention away from Toyota and Mazda in the mid-size sedan segment.The N Line flagship is expected to land in Australian showrooms lat
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Next GT-R to be another world beater
By Tung Nguyen · 18 Sep 2020
Nissan is looking at any and all technologies to ensure its next R36 GT-R will be one of the most capable and complete performance cars on the planet.Speaking to journalists after the Z Proto reveal, Nissan senior vice-president of global product planning
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Existing parts used to create new Nissan Z
By Tung Nguyen · 18 Sep 2020
Nissan managed to build a successful business case for its upcoming Z sports car by leveraging existing technologies and platforms, according to a product planning executive.Speaking with journalists after the Z Proto reveal, Nissan senior vice-president
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Rosewood Edition lands to celebrate spring
By Tung Nguyen · 18 Sep 2020
Mini Australia has launched 40 examples of its limited-run Rosewood Edition in three- and five-door body styles, which add unique styling elements to the Cooper S grade.Split evenly between three-door Hatch and 5-Door models, the former will cost $59,250
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Mazda CX-30 Turbo detailed
By Tung Nguyen · 18 Sep 2020
Say hello to the most powerful Mazda CX-30 to date, the 2.5 Turbo that uses a 186kW/434Nm engine to blow away the Hyundai Kona and Volkswagen T-Roc.However, it remains unclear if the hot CX-30 will make its way to Australia.Chances don't look good though,
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Time is right for new Nissan Z
By Tung Nguyen · 17 Sep 2020
Nissan's next sports car has been previewed in the form of the just-revealed Z Proto, 12 years since the 370Z first hit showrooms in 2008.Why so long between drinks?Speaking to journalists after the reveal of the Z proto, Nissan Z, GT-R and Nismo product
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Plug-in confirmed for Eclipse Cross
By Tung Nguyen · 17 Sep 2020
Mitsubishi has confirmed its facelifted Eclipse Cross SUV will arrive before the April 2021 with a plug-in hybrid powertrain to tempt buyers away from the hot-selling Toyota RAV4.However, the Japanese car maker stopped short of confirming details - or eve
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Mini’s new JCW Nightfall Edition priced
By Tung Nguyen · 17 Sep 2020
Mini Australia has launched its special-edition John Cooper Works Nightfall Edition, available in three-door hatch and convertible form, as an ultra-exclusive alternative to the Ford Fiesta ST and Toyota Yaris GR.Just 40 examples of the hatch and 10 units
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