Convertible News

New MX-5 targets sub-tonne weight
By Tung Nguyen · 01 Nov 2023
Mazda believes it can build the new-generation electrified MX-5 with a weight of less than 1000kg to keep the ethos of the sporty model alive in the EV era.
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Elfin Sports Cars poised for a comeback!
By James Cleary · 01 Nov 2023
After a 10-plus year hiatus Elfin Sports Cars, a name familiar to Australian racing and sports car enthusiasts, is poised to make a production comeback thanks to purchase of the brand and its assets by Melbourne-based classic car specialist Young Timers Garage.
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The best concepts from Japan's mobility show!
By Tom White · 27 Oct 2023
The 2023 Japan Mobility Show was full of surprises, so here's your way to cut to the chase with the most interesting and promising vehicles shown.
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Aussie pricing confirmed for new Ford Mustang
By James Cleary · 26 Oct 2023
Ford has confirmed local pricing for the seventh-generation of its iconic Mustang sports coupe, scheduled to arrive in Australian showrooms in the second quarter of next year.
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An MX-5 with a rotary is possible
By Tung Nguyen · 26 Oct 2023
Mazda’s next-generation MX-5 will be electrified, but what isn’t clear is exactly what that powertrain technology will look like.
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Ford Ranger is king of the one-hit wonders
By Laura Berry · 14 Oct 2023
What do the Ford Ranger, Tesla Model Y, and Volvo XC40 have in common?
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Subaru resurrects BRZ tS flagship sports car
By Tung Nguyen · 02 Oct 2023
Subaru has resurrected the tS flagship for its second-generation BRZ, which adds a number of performance-orientated components to make it a more capable track car, as well as boosted safety expected to arrive in Australia next year.
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This is good news for affordable car buyers
By Stephen Ottley · 16 Sep 2023
MG has good news for Australian new car buyers, but bad news for its market rivals - it won’t be quitting on offering affordable cars anytime soon.
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Why Ford is making the 'Gen Z' Mustang
By Stephen Ottley · 06 Sep 2023
Ford's decision to build the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV caused an uproar amongst die-hard Blue Oval fanatics - but it also saved the V8-powered coupe.
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Make/model guide to the Chinese car market!
By James Cleary · 27 Aug 2023
It’s an often repeated truism that the Australian new car market is “the most competitive in the world”. In fact, CarsGuide has no doubt repeated it on multiple occasions. 
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