13 Apr 2016

Audi leads the way in driver training, and why we need to change our driving curriculum

Humans have no idea how to assess risk, and that’s why most driver training isn’t effective. PEOPLE ARE more worried about being attacked by a shark, mugged in an alley or bitten by a snake than crossing the road. But statistically, you’re far, far more likely to die on the

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Volkswagen Amarok spied in Sweden.
11 Apr 2016

Refreshed 2017 Volkswagen Amarok Spied

Images of the 2017 Volkswagen Amarok testing in Sweden have hit the Web overnight with rumours the six-year old VW ute will be out later this year.

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The headlights on the i30SR don't seem to light up enough of the road
03 Apr 2016

Most headlights considered poor quality… study

A study by the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found headlights on a third of medium-sized vehicles sold in the US do a ‘poor’ job.

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2015 Kia Sorento review
01 Apr 2016

Reader Question: My Kia Sorento can’t tow my Jayco camper… what to do?

When will manufacturers start to issue proper tow ratings? This time the mismatch between ball and towing capacity of the Kia Sorento has a reader asking questions…

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30 Mar 2016

6X6 Australia Mazda BT-50 review… beats 4X4

What do you do when you need more carrying capacity than a 4X4? You add an axle and make a 6×6. we review the 6×6 Australia Mazda BT-50. THE RSPCA EXISTS to prevent cruelty to animals, but there’s no such institution for 4X4s. But if such an organisation existed then it

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Calls for Lemon Laws to protect Australian car owners
14 Mar 2016

Holden and Ford the worst new cars, says Choice report

A survey of 1500 owners by Choice has revealed that 68% of Holden owners and 66% of Ford owners had problems with their new car…

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11 Mar 2016

Reborn Mitsubishi Pajero not coming in 2021… : UPDATED

Mitsubishi has confirmed the Pajero is dead, but Mitsubishi’s UK boss has now said a new Pajero will be released but not for a very long time…

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25 Feb 2016

Should your child learn to drive on private property?

Driving is inherently dangerous, so why not teach your kids to drive as safely as possible, meaning should they learn to drive on private property?

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23 Feb 2016

Reader help: what can replace my Land Rover Discovery?

A reader isn’t sure what else could match his Land Rover Discovery… Ford Everest? We offer some advice.

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11 Feb 2016

Government announces major changes to car import laws – more choice, but more risk?

The Government has announced significant changes to the Motor Vehicle Standards Act allowing the personal import of up to 30,000 new vehicles a year. But not everyone is happy.

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Amarok Atacama
02 Feb 2016

Limited-edition Volkswagen Amarok Atacama on-sale in Australia

Volkswagen has released the limited-edition (limited to 500 units) Amarok Atacama in Australia with prices starting from $53,990 (+ORC).

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Mahindra KUV100 revealed
24 Dec 2015

2016 Mahindra KUV100 revealed

The 2016 Mahindra KUV100 has been revealed overnight and is expected to go on-sale early next year (2016), but there’s no word yet on whether we’ll see it Down Under.

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Honda Ridgeline teased
19 Dec 2015

2017 Honda Ridgeline teased… Won’t come to Australia

The 2016 Honda Ridgeline has been teased again ahead of its global debut at the Detroit Motor Show in January next year… It won’t come to Australia

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07 Dec 2015

2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk review

Robert Pepper’s 2016 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk review with pricing, specs, ride and handling, safety, verdict and rating.

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2015 Toyota Corolla ZR review long-term
03 Dec 2015

Australian new car sales hit 1 million in November… Toyota Corolla tops the month

Australian new car sales hit 98,639 vehicles in November, pushing new vehicle sales to 1,055,792 with one month still left in the year.

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