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all-new 2019 Suzuki Jimny
19 Jun 2018

all-new 2019 Suzuki Jimny revealed…still not confirmed for Australia

Isaac Bober

Images of the all-new 2019 Suzuki Jimny were revealed in Japan overnight with the local arm of the brand announcing the baby off-roader still isn’t confirmed for Australia.

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18 Jun 2018

Top 5: Oldest Surviving 4×4 Nameplates

Dean Mellor

Four-wheel drives generally have a longer model lifecycle than passenger cars, but some nameplates take this to the extreme…Here are the Top 5 Oldest Surviving 4×4 Nameplates still available on the Aussie new-car market.

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PRACTICAL MOTORING SAYS: A stylish hatchback that feels more premium than most mass-market competitors (Commodore included), and looks more stylish than pretty well anything in the mid-size segment except maybe the Alfa Giulia. The low, raked roofline does cut a little into rear space, but otherwise it's a practical cabin. Assuming, that is, you don't need the  deeper cargo room of a crossover. On the road it strikes a good balance between fun and comfort.
15 Jun 2018

2018 Peugeot 508 GT Review – International First Drive

Paul Horrell

Paul Horrell’s international first drive 2018 Peugeot 508 GT Review with performance, ride and handling, safety, verdict and score.

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The updated 2018 Ford Escape has been detailed ahead of its filtering into the local line-up, offering AEB as standard as well as Apple and Android connectivity.
15 Jun 2018

Updated 2018 Ford Escape gets AEB as standard and more

Isaac Bober

The updated 2018 Ford Escape has been detailed ahead of its filtering into the local line-up, offering AEB as standard as well as Apple and Android connectivity.

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Ford Escape ST-Line
14 Jun 2018

2018 Ford Escape ST-Line here in September from $39,990+ORC

Isaac Bober

From September, Australians will be able to purchase the more sporting Ford Escape ST-Line which will sit below the top-spec Titanium variant.

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Mazda CX-8
14 Jun 2018

Mazda CX-8 priced from $42,490+ORC…On-Sale in July

Isaac Bober

The Mazda CX-8 will be available in just two grades, Sport and Asaki and in both 2WD and AWD with pricing kicking off at $42,490+ORC.

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