New Honda ZR-V to launch in 2023
The new compact SUV is expected to use the same platform and hybrid powertrain as the latest 11th-generation Civic hatchback ZR-V – that’s the name Honda has revealed for its all-new compact hybrid SUV arriving in 2023 to take on the Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Qashqai.
Genesis X Speedium Coupe Concept debuts
Genesis says X Speedium Coupe Concept details the future of the brand’s design. A year on from the Genesis X being revealed in Los Angeles, Genesis has unveiled a new concept based on that car, called the X Speedium Coupe. The X Speedium Coupe made its debut at the
Caton to unveil bespoke 1950s roadster
The new coachbuilding outfit Caton will launch its first project at this month’s Salon Prive London – a high-performance rendition of an iconic 1950s roadster A new coachbuilding company has emerged to capitalise on the growing popularity of classic car restomods: fully refurbished, modernised versions of motoring icons. Called Caton,
New Honda Civic Type-R takes a new Suzuka record
Honda’s new Civic Type-R has claimed a new record around Suzuka. As Honda’s new Civic Type R goes through its final stages of development, the hot hatch has clocked the front-wheel drive lap record at Suzuka, the home of the Japanese Grand Prix. A pre-production prototype beat the previous record-holder
2022 BMW iX3 Review
It might not scream ‘EV’, but the BMW iX3 is a good electric SUV for those who care about quality and refinement. While BMW’s early electric pioneers the i3 and i8 were designed to capture the imagination of customers with futuristic styling and novel powertrains, BMW has since divided its
Ford Mustang California Special Convertible shown
New Ford Mustang California shown in convertible bodystyle, available to order in Australia already. Following confirmation from Ford Australia that the new Mustang California Special is available to Australian buyers in both GT Fastback and Convertible guise, here is our first look at the convertible model which is available for order now
2022 BMW iX3 Review
It might not scream ‘EV’, but the BMW iX3 is a good electric SUV for those who care about quality and refinement. While BMW’s early electric pioneers the i3 and i8 were designed to capture the imagination of customers with futuristic styling and novel powertrains, BMW has since divided its
New Ford Ranger Raptor revealed
Ford Ranger Raptor’s all-new look revealed with a pumped-up V6 twin-turbo engine, barking exhaust, permanent four-wheel drive, and fully redeveloped suspension for improved ride and handling. Ford has presented its new generation Ranger Raptor with a massive overhaul both outside, inside, and underneath the metal. Underpinning highlight changes is a
2022 Lexus LX500d and LX600 detailed for Australia
Lexus confirms the specification of its flagship four-wheel-drive ahead of an April launch. Lexus has confirmed specifications for its expanded four-grade LX line-up, offering the new luxury four-wheel drive to buyers from April 2022. Using the same underpinnings as the latest Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, the new LX can be
2022 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost available in Australia
Luxury sedan with dynamic boost and bespoke styling rolls into Australia. Rolls-Royce Australia has revealed that the Black Badge Ghost is priced from $745,000 before on-road costs. The new Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost is a more powerful and more individual version of the luxury car and, like other Black Badge
2022 Mitsubishi Outlander ANCAP Safety Rating
The Mitsubishi Outlander scores a full five-star ANCAP rating that is up to date with the latest 2022 testing criteria. Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has awarded the new Mitsubishi Outlander (with the 2.5-litre petrol engine) a full five-star safety rating. The testing was performed in ANCAP locally to
‘Safari’ Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato spotted
A safari-style Lamborghini is in the works and caught testing on camera. Lamborghini’s prototype Huracàn Sterrato has been spied testing in the snow, although the high-riding Italian is more of a ‘Safari’ style project. The high-riding off-roading concept it revealed back in 2019. Initially designed as a concept, customer demand
Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition confirmed for Australia
Porsche reveals new Platinum special-edition version of the Cayenne, arriving in Australia in the middle of this year. Porsche has revealed the new Cayenne Platinum Edition, a special-edition version of the German brand’s largest SUV equipped with more standard kit. It arrives in Australia around mid-2022. Styling changes for the
All-new 2022 Kia Niro Revealed
The second generation of Kia’s Niro has been unveiled in South Korea ahead of a 2022 launch in Australia. Kia has revealed the all-new Niro at the 2021 Seoul Mobility Show with a focus on sustainability. Using the latest ‘Opposites United’ design language and “inspiration from nature in design and
New 2022 Suzuki S-Cross revealed with hybrid power
The next-generation Suzuki S-Cross has 48V mild-hybrid technology. The third-generation Suzuki S-Cross SUV has been revealed and will come to Australia next year to battle the likes of the Nissan Qashqai, Mazda CX-30 and Peugeot 3008. The new S-Cross is 4300mm long, 1785mm wide and 1593mm tall, so it’s slightly