11 Nov 2013

Jacky Ickx: ‘winning Bathurst for me was important’

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Jacky Ickx is one of the all time great racing drivers with 25 podium finishes in F1, six wins at Le Mans, a win in the Dakar Rally in 1983 and, unforgettably, winner in 1977 of Bathurst with Allan Moffat. Paul Murrell caught up with him on his flying visit to Australia for the launch of the new VW Golf GTI.

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Volkswagen's John White apologises for poor DSG handling
11 Nov 2013

Volkswagen apologises for poor handling of DSG recall

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Volkswagen’s handling of the DSG gearbox and other problems has almost become a case history on how not to handle […]

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New Volkswagen Golf GTI driven by Practical Motoring
11 Nov 2013

Volkswagen Golf GTI First Drive

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The Volkswagen Golf GTI sets the standard for all other hot hatches and is probably more usable than any of them. Paul Murrell tries the latest version to see if it’s still leader of the pack.

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Are speed limits too low in Australia?
10 Nov 2013

Are our speed limits too low?

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Are Australian speed limits too low? The knee-jerk reaction from most motorists is “of course they are” and the equally predictable response from police and road safety groups is “they should be lower”. Paul Murrell looks into the story behind our much-debated speed limit policy?

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Subaru Levorg to be unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show
10 Nov 2013

Subaru Levorg to be unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show

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Subaru’s Levorg concept car is set to make its world premiere at the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show on November 20, showcasing the shape of things to come for the popular brand.

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BMW Innovations Package for 3 Series
10 Nov 2013

BMW Innovations package released for 3-Series

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The BMW Innovations Package has just been released for the 3-Series Sedan and Tourer range, comprising of a host of safety features.

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Nissan Qashqai launched in the UK
10 Nov 2013

New Nissan Qashqai (Dualis to us) launched

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The bizarrely named, and refreshed, Nissan Qashqai – better known as the Dualis in Australia – has just been launched overseas, and it’s headed Down-Under next year.

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Lexus RC to debut at Tokyo Motor Show
10 Nov 2013

Lexus RC to debut at Tokyo Motor Show

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The all-new Lexus RC will make its world debut at the Tokyo motor show on November 20, with two versions unveiled – the RC 350, with a 3.5-litre V6 engine, and the RC 300h hybrid, with a 2.5-litre unit.

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Kia Rondo gets five-star ANCAP rating
10 Nov 2013

Kia Rondo receives five stars: ANCAP

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Kia has just announced its Rondo seven-seater SUV has achieved an ANCAP five star rating, in a move the Korean company says highlights its aim to have all Kia models top-rated, including the Carnival people mover which is currently a four-star.

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Audi A3 Sportback
10 Nov 2013

Audi A3 Sportback First Drive (2013)

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Audi claims it created the premium compact segment. But does the Audi badge have sufficient clout to defeat the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 1 Series?

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Frankfurt Motor Show
10 Nov 2013

The A-Z of the Frankfurt Motor Show

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It’s reckoned to be the world’s biggest and glitziest car show, and Frankfurt certainly didn’t disappoint this time round as the wraps were taken off a host of new and exciting cars, many of which are headed this way, reports Tony Bosworth.

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08 Nov 2013

Lexus IS First Drive

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The new Lexus IS, old engines apart, is a clear improvement over the old model and there is no doubt it will attract a younger demographic to the brand. But it still just fails to stir the soul the way some of its competitors do. Maybe the new engines, when they finally arrive, will fix that.

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29 Oct 2013

Keep left unless overtaking

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Ever sat behind someone in the overtaking lane when they’re travelling at well under the speed limit? Well, Tony Bosworth reckons enough is enough. Australian drivers, he says, are rude and potential accident waiting to happen, so, move to the left and let the rest of us do the speed limit.

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19 Oct 2013

Nissan Pulsar First Drive

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Hands up if you remember the Nissan Pulsar? Born in 1978 and sold all around the world (various generations were even built in Australia) until it disappeared in 2007, replaced by the Nissan Tiida, the Nissan Pulsar became an icon. And now it’s back. And at exactly the same price it listed for back in 1996 – $19,990 (+ORC). Clever.

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A price cut has made the Fiat 500 a real player in the city car segment.
18 Oct 2013

Fiat 500 First Drive

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The Fiat 500 has never really been a serious choice for Australian motorists, but with a price cut and cute looks that might be about to change. It also makes a strong case for itself against the other “retro” contenders such as the VW Beetle and Mini, which are bought more for image than any compelling practical reasons.

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