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23 Jun 2020

New $65k Gladiator could have 3.5-tonne towing

Alex Rae

Jeep will bring another Gladiator model to Australia that could be a new work ute in the market. Want a Gladiator but need beefier towing and payload? Jeep Australia will introduce a more affordable Gladiator in the next six months that could just be the ticket. Paring back the well-equipped Overland and Rubicon models, the […]

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22 Jun 2020

MG HS Essence pricing and spec

Alex Rae

MG equips HS with extra features in a new top-spec grade. MG has introduced flagship Essence trim level to its mid-size SUV. It brings the total number of variants available on the five-seater to three. Joining the Vibe and Excite already on sale, the new Essence is fully equipped and tops the range at a […]

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19 Jun 2020

How to play it safe when buying a used car?

Practical Motoring

Spending the weekend test driving cars and haggling with sellers used to be a treasured past-time for some and an unavoidable chore for others. Regardless of your position on it, with recent stay at home orders and social distancing due to COVID-19, buying from afar seems to be the way to buy right now. So […]

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19 Jun 2020

2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon review Australia

Alex Rae

Finally, the all-new Jeep Gladiator arrives in Australia. Here is our first-drive review of the Rubicon. THE GOOD:  Uncompromised off-road ability, good on-road composure and comfort, nails the adventurous fit-for-purpose brief. THE BAD: No diesel option, a more affordable entry model would be welcome. IN A NUTSHELL: Sure, it isn’t a competitor to work utes […]

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18 Jun 2020

2020 Nissan Juke Review and Video

Alex Rae

The new Juke is ready to duke with the best. IN A NUTSHELL: The new Juke looks as distinctive as the original. But it’s a way better car. The old one was cramped and rough, while the new generation Juke is class-competitive for space and refinement. The cabin design and quality are also good for […]

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17 Jun 2020

Video Walkaround: New Mazda BT-50 ute

Alex Rae

Mazda unveils its ute, and here’s our first walkaround with the real thing. Mazda has finally lifted the sheets on its new Mazda BT-50 ute which will go on sale in Australia later this year. We were allowed to take a sneak peek on the model earlier this month, ahead of its official unveiling, but […]

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