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Are full size American pick-ups all about work or play? Maybe it's a bit of both, and when it comes to the Chevy Silverado LTZ Premium a healthy helping of luxury, as well. We've put this lavishly equipped heavy-hauler to the GVM test to see if it has the brawn to match its primo macho appearance.

Australia is losing out on hundreds of millions of dollars in taxes thanks to lenient exemptions for utes - particularly full-sized American utes - says a leading policy think tank.

The ZR1 has stolen the crown as the most powerful-ever American production V8 in history. 

Walkinshaw has announced its plans to deliver a “state of the art” 100,000 square metre production, engineering and office facility in Dandenong by the end of 2025. 

Chevrolet's Silverado 2500 HD is in a full-size pick-up battle with Ford's F-150 and the RAM 2500. We know it's big and powerful but how does it cope with a typical working load? And what about navigating day-to-day city traffic? Specialist contributor Mark Oastler puts this heavy hauler through its paces to answer these questions and a whole lot more.

Just like passenger cars and SUVs, the world of utes and pick-ups is set for an electric transformation in the coming decade. Medium and heavy-duty trucks and even semis are also set to be a part of this change, with big-name brands such as Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt and Volvo joining Tesla in the electric prime mover market.

Australian MPs at the state and local level have delivered a shocking rebuke to owners of American jumbo trucks, with one councillor describing some owners as "idiots", and a state MP demanding to see "less on our roads".

Luxury sports cars are something of a tautology. By their nature sports cars are a luxury item, as the primary purpose of such cars is driving enjoyment, which is very much a luxury.At least, that’s one way to look at it. But what if we take a different view and assess it in the prism of modern luxury cars?In simple terms, luxury sports car brands are the same as you’d think of when you think of prestige cars and exotic sports cars. So, think of popular brands such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz and more high-end sports cars from Aston Martin, Ferrari and Porsche.The list of luxury sports cars that are common in Australia is filled with familiar names, as sports cars tend to sell in less volume and therefore only the most popular models survive. Some familiar names include the BMW 4 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe and Porsche 911.There are other famous names, such as the Ford Mustang and Toyota Supra, but these don’t meet the widely accepted view of what a luxury car is, which is a vehicle that stands out in terms of either comfort or performance.Below you’ll find a rundown of the best luxury sports cars in Australia defined by 2023 sales across the brands and models that meet the criteria of a premium vehicle.While the 2 Series is a broad range, it meets the standards most people would expect from a luxury vehicle. And while it makes the list based on a strong sales year it would also headline a list of affordable luxury sports cars, as it’s the only one on the list in the under $80,000 price segment in the industry's VFacts registration data set.The 2 Series is available as a genuine two-door coupe or four-door Gran Coupe, but the headline attraction is unquestionably the M2.This twin-turbo six-cylinder makes 338kW/550Nm and sends all that power to the rear wheels for a very dynamic driving experience.There’s a variety of 4 Series models to choose from, with the two-door coupe, convertible, four-door Gran Coupe and even the electric i4. BMW has long offered a coupe version of its 3 Series small sedan but made the decision in 2013 to separate the two to create a more distinct sports model.The 4 Series Coupe is the most overtly sporty member of the range, in particular the M4 hero model. The M4 Coupe has long been considered a benchmark for luxury sports cars (dating back to when it was still badged as an M3), especially at what is considered the more affordable end of the market. In the same way BMW offers a sedan and coupe version of its 3 Series so Mercedes does with the C-Class. The C-Class Coupe and Convertible are among the most popular luxury sports cars in Australia and the range is headlined by the muscular AMG C63.Once famous for its growling V8 engines, the latest C63 features a downsized turbocharged four-cylinder engine but it's still a potent beast. The four-cylinder C63 still makes an impressive 350kW power and a staggering 1020Nm of torque, ensuring this is a true luxury sports car in every way.When people think of fancy sports cars chances are the 911 will be the first model that springs to mind. Porsche arguably set the benchmark for luxury sports cars when it launched the first 911 way back in 1964. Since then it has only become more luxurious and sporty with each new generation.The reason it has become so iconic is its blend of comfort and practicality whilst remaining an incredibly capable and dynamic performance vehicle. These days the 911 range includes more than 20 variants so you can choose the level of either luxury or sporty bias depending on your preference and budget.While Chevrolet may not sound like the most obvious luxury brand, the latest generation Corvette certainly fits the bill of a classy sports car. This eighth generation ‘Vette shifted the American brand into a direct fight against the established European premium players like Porsche and Ferrari with its new mid-engine layout and more premium design.The C8 Stingray feels like a true luxury sports car whenever you drive it, blending everyday usability and sharp handling into a single package. It’s also now priced like a luxury car starting at close to $200K, but when compared to its European rivals it makes a strong value argument.It probably shouldn't come as too much of a surprise that there's a second Porsche on this list, as the 718 Cayman bridges the gap between luxury sports cars like the BMW and Mercedes to the more expensive 911.But that doesn't mean the Cayman isn't a great luxury sports car on its own merits. The more compact model offers its own unique driving experience compared to its bigger sibling, especially since it switched to its four-cylinder turbocharged engine when the 718 generation was introduced.Still, like the 911, Porsche offers a wide variety of Boxster variants to suit all (luxury level) tastes and budgets.

The battle for the title of Australia's favourite jumbo truck is heating up, with just two sales separating the Chevrolet Silverado and the Ram 1500 in May.

It’s funny, I always thought I had the controversial automotive topics down pat.