Hot hatches

By Tim Nicholson · 01 Sep 2022

As expected, Honda has upped power and torque for the new-generation version of its fire-breathing Civic Type R hot hatch.The 2023 Type R is expected to go on sale in early 2023 with pricing and further details to be revealed shortly beforehand.Power is u

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More VW R models - but what's the catch?

By Tom White · 31 Aug 2022

Volkswagen bucks the trend, resorting to some creative measures to keep its go-fast R variants in the mix for 2023.

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And the best hyper hatch is...

By Tony O'Kane · 27 Aug 2022

These days, the upper echelon of the hot hatch segment is a veritable arms race between just two hi-po superpowers: Mercedes-AMG and Audi Sport. Since Mercedes made its first attempt to muscle in on the Audi RS3’s turf back in 2013 with the first-generation A45 AMG, it’s been a tit-for-tat exchange between the mad scientists in Affalterbach and Neckarsulm as they both compete to make the fastest f

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Toyota GR Yaris power boost!

By Andrew Chesterton · 25 Aug 2022

One of the world's wildest hot hatches is about to get a little bit wilder, with Toyota in Japan revealing an "upgrade" to the GR Yaris that boosts the vehicle's already impressive torque outputs.Detailed as an optional upgrade, the work includes the inst

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Worth waiting for? Here are some Type R facts

By Tony O'Kane · 20 Aug 2022

Should you hold off on putting an order in for a Volkswagen Golf GTI, Hyundai i30N or Subaru WRX and save your dollars for Honda’s hero instead? Here are the highlights of Honda’s newest hardcore hot hatch to help you decide.

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Cupra Formentor 2023 review

By Tung Nguyen · 18 Aug 2022

Cupra is the new kid on the block when it comes to car brands in Australia, and it is hoping it can stand out from the crowd thanks to eye-catching designs and potent performance. The flagship of the Cupra line-up (for now) is the Formentor, which has a lot riding on its muscular shoulders.

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Cupra Leon 2023 review

By Tung Nguyen · 18 Aug 2022

Cupra is the latest automotive brand to try and crack the Australian market, but unlike others that have failed, the Spanish brand is backed by the gigantic Volkswagen Group. Three models are on offer at launch, with the Leon hatchback being the most conventional, so should you consider a Cupra?

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Five best small cars in Australia

By Stephen Ottley · 15 Aug 2022

What is the best small car in Australia?

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Hyundai N performance selling up a storm!

By James Cleary · 11 Aug 2022

From cheeky challengers to established favourites in only five years, Hyundai’s N and N Line performance models are now accounting for a quarter of all new Hyundai’s sold in Australia.

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Two-seat Toyota GR Yaris coming soon

By Andrew Chesterton · 05 Aug 2022

An even more hardcore version of Toyota's very-hardcore GR Yaris is reportedly en route, with the brand now working on a two-seat special edition that will break cover next year.

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