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Don't order that Mazda CX-3 just yet: Shock Mitsubishi ASX replacement announcement for Australia 'imminent'

By Byron Mathioudakis · 10 Dec 2023

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has confirmed that an announcement on the replacement of one of its most popular models – the venerable ASX – is likely now only weeks away. Furthermore, it might involve a two-pronged strategy, requiring the staggered launch of a pair of unrelated small SUVs.

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Ineos Grenadier 2024 review

By David Morley · 08 Dec 2023

It's been in the works for a long time but the Ineos Grenadier has finally arrived in Australia; this traditional, tough-as-old-boots 4x4 wagon ready to show its more hi-fi competitors how to get the job done off-road. Not surprisingly, there are some compromises on-road but join contributing journalist, Dave Morley for a first drive to see if the overall package adds up for you.

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Diesel, electric, or hydrogen: Drivetrain options are key for the new 2024 Renault Master van

By Chris Thompson · 22 Nov 2023

To some the Renault Master van might be easily forgotten, but to the French brand’s Australian arm it’s a quite important model - and now there’s a new one.

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Why the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series is an overhyped and overrated 4WD | Opinion

By Marcus Craft · 12 Nov 2023

Ah, Toyota’s 70 Series LandCruiser. So beloved of real off-road adventurers, cane farmers, cattle property owners and Insta poseurs everywhere. Remote-area work, desert touring, country town pub carparks and B&S balls just wouldn’t be the same if it wasn’t for Toyota’s dead-set legend of a 4WD.

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Diesel's not done yet! Isuzu believes oil burners still have 'potential' while other brands quickly move to electric cars

By Tung Nguyen · 05 Nov 2023

Isuzu will still offer diesel powertrains for models like D-Max, MU-X and the N Series light truck, at least in the medium term, as it believes the oil-burning powertrain still has a place in a quickly electrifying world.

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Smooth operator! 2025 Skoda Superb breaks cover to keep the large sedan flame alive

By Tung Nguyen · 03 Nov 2023

Skoda has unveiled its next-generation Superb, which is due in sedan and wagon form in Australia from early 2025.

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Like the EV9? Then you'll love the 2024 Kia Tasman! Korea's first diesel dual-cab to take futuristic styling into battle with Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger

By Andrew Chesterton · 21 Oct 2023

Korea has given us our best hint yet at just what to expect from the 2024 Kia Tasman, with the brand's design chief Karim Habib telling media the diesel dual-cab will borrow from Kia's electric vehicles in the styling department.So far we have seen the Ki

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We need to ban older cars from our cities. If you disagree, give me one reason more important than a child's life | Opinion

By Laura Berry · 14 Oct 2023

Australia's major cities may have ultra low emission zones similar to London's mandated in the future and despite this meaning older cars would be banned, the health and life-saving benefits would make the change absolutely worth it

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Diesel or electric ute? Why LDV is doing things 'backwards' - introducing electric cars ahead of petrol and diesel vans and utes

By Stephen Ottley · 01 Oct 2023

Chinese commercial vehicle specialist, LDV, is flipping the car industry on its head. As the automotive world moves to electric vehicles many brands have opted to convert existing petrol- or diesel-powered models to electric - but LDV wants to do it the other way around.

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Australia punching above its weight on Kia Tasman development! Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux on notice as Kia Australia says new dual-cab ute is its most Australian-influenced vehicle ever

By Andrew Chesterton · 20 Sep 2023

Kia Australia says it has been more heavily involved in the development of its TK ute than it's been in any vehicle before it, suggesting the 'Tasman' will be tailored for Australian drivers and conditions.Asked if Australia has been more involved in the

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