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30 Nov 2020

Nissan Navara-based X-Terra would be great here

Alex Rae

While sharp new styling bolsters the appeal of Nissan X-Terra, an Australian introduction remains doubtful. Nissan has unveiled the X-Terra, or Terra as it is known in some markets, for 2021. The facelift is considerable and it brings better tech plus an interior refresh. It’s also built in both left and right-hand drive…but don’t hold […]

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30 Nov 2020

Automotive aerodynamics explained

Isaac Bober

Car makers spend a fortune on making their cars slipperier, whether it’s to make them more fuel efficient or faster, or both… here’s how to be an instant expert on automotive aerodynamics.

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30 Nov 2020

Victoria to fine EVs for not plugging in

Alex Rae

Traditional fossil fuel, hybrid, and even electric vehicles face fines when using an EV parking spaces inappropriately.  Victoria is set to introduce fines relating to electric vehicle parking in accordance with recommendations submitted by the Minister for Public Transport and Roads and Road Safety, Ben Carrol. In the submitted recommendation which was approved by the […]

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27 Nov 2020

Hot Toyota GR Yaris Rallye launches

Alex Rae

Pricing and availability for the Toyota GR Yaris Rallye has been announced. Toyota’s hottest GR Yaris, the Rallye, has been detailed for Australia, with availability and pricing all confirmed. The model, which brings myriad features like lighter rims and two LSDs, will begin deliveries from March 2021 and is priced at a special introductory off […]

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26 Nov 2020

Mahindra Thar scores four-star Global NCAP safety rating

Alex Rae

Mahindra’s new 4×4 for Australia has scored well in crash testing and will go on sale here next year. The new 2020 Mahindra Thar has scored a four-star rating in the latest round of Global NCAP crash testing. The model, which is the latest four-wheel drive from Mahindra based on its efforts since the 1940s […]

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26 Nov 2020

Hyundai Bayon confirmed but not a Venue replacement

Practical Motoring

Hyundai will introduce an all-new crossover model next year called the Bayon. Set to compete with the Nissan Juke and Toyota C-HR, among others, Hyundai has confirmed the first details of its new entry-level SUV called the Bayon. It is expected to launch overseas next year before potentially arriving in Australia – confirmation for a […]

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