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Audi introduces new Aussie models to rev up sales

Audi introduces new Aussie models to rev up sales

Whatever happened to Audi? Ask no more, as the slick German car maker gets a handful of new models to boost its Aussie sales.

Sparks fly as Nissan powers ahead in hybrid revolution

Sparks fly as Nissan powers ahead in hybrid revolution

Sparks fly as Nissan powers ahead in hybrid revolution

Sparks fly as Nissan powers ahead in hybrid revolution

It’s a stalwart in the mid-sized SUV category and Nissan’s latest innovation threatens to clean up the opposition with a unique hybrid drivetrain.

Mercedes goes back to the future with straight shooter

Mercedes goes back to the future with straight shooter

Mercedes goes back to the future with straight shooter

Mercedes goes back to the future with straight shooter

Who else thought big, beautiful machines such as this new Mercedes-Benz would go the way of the dinosaurs? Technology is fighting back, albeit for a few years.

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Toyota gives its newest baby a chance to grow

Toyota gives its newest baby a chance to grow

It’s drawn a fair share of criticism since it hit the market, but Toyota’s baby C-HR hatchback has ironed out the bumps in its second-generation model.

Prado sheds sidekick act with designs on starring role

Prado sheds sidekick act with designs on starring role

The Prado has been a trusty wingman for the big LandCruiser for more than 40 years, but that’s changed after a stunning redesign - not that everybody is happy.

Chinese EV takes a leap forward and looks the goods

Chinese EV takes a leap forward and looks the goods

Chinese maker Leapmotor has joined the Aussie SUV makers with a model surprisingly groundbreaking in style and performance.

Lexus off-roader steers new course, poses Prado puzzle

Lexus off-roader steers new course, poses Prado puzzle

Perhaps it had to happen, but Toyota and Lexus appear to have mixed their messages with the introduction of a new, Prado-sized off-roader to broaden its range.

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Enough range to cover almost any family outing

Enough range to cover almost any family outing

Enough range to cover almost any family outing

Enough range to cover almost any family outing

Who needs more than 500km of range anyway? That's the question Kia will be asking prospective buyers of its EV5 SUV.

The muscle of a ute, plus the comfort of a wagon

The muscle of a ute, plus the comfort of a wagon

The muscle of a ute, plus the comfort of a wagon

The muscle of a ute, plus the comfort of a wagon

The latest version of Mitsubishi's Pajero Sport offers seven seats, and keeps its similarities to the brand's popular Triton ute.

Audi fires on all cylinders with high-powered Sportback

Audi fires on all cylinders with high-powered Sportback

Audi fires on all cylinders with high-powered Sportback

Audi fires on all cylinders with high-powered Sportback

With high-performance EVs all around, German maker Audi is sticking to its guns with its stunning RS7 Sportback Performance - and what weapons they are.

Hybrid or the highway: new Camry's back, maybe in black

Hybrid or the highway: new Camry's back, maybe in black

Hybrid or the highway: new Camry's back, maybe in black

Hybrid or the highway: new Camry's back, maybe in black

While Toyota’s market dominance continues to grow with a boost from its Hybrid models, the strong-selling Camry had been left behind.

Mazda goes hardcore with new range of soft-roaders

Mazda goes hardcore with new range of soft-roaders

Mazda goes hardcore with new range of soft-roaders

Mazda goes hardcore with new range of soft-roaders

Mazda appears to have taken a sledgehammer to crush a grape with its expanded SUV range, but nobody will be complaining once they drive machines like the CX-70.

Hyundai fun machine quick-shifts to a whole new level

Hyundai fun machine quick-shifts to a whole new level

Hyundai fun machine quick-shifts to a whole new level

Hyundai fun machine quick-shifts to a whole new level

Long admired by rev-heads and red-heads, Hyundai has given its feisty i30N hot hatch a sensible makeover.

Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV

Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV

Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV

Alfa sprouts a surprise with sporty little SUV

The Alfa Romeo romance continues in the Italian maker’s latest Aussie release - but it’s not quite what was expected.

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Critics zero in on controversial new Jaguar coupe

After rumours British icon Jaguar had temporarily shut down its production line ahead of a major change of direction, some details have been revealed.

Mazda gets the numbers right with upgraded CX30

Japanese car maker Mazda, admired for its sleek designs and upmarket finish, has lifted the bar further with an upgraded version of its CX30 soft-roader

Carnival time as huge hybrid creates a wee 'problem'

Once derided for its claims of being a sporty machine, Kia’s new Carnival now rests on more practical things.

It's a mouthful but this supercar leaves you speechless

Mercedes-Benz has gone back to the future with a staggeringly fast mid-sized hybrid SUV that will keep its fleet of Formula 1 racers on their toes.

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Mercedes goes hard with its classic new soft-top

Dazzling technology and an air of sophistication have combined to turn the latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet into an instant classic

Thinking outside the box: SUVs favour the hard lines

Hyundai's Santa Fe has been a major player in Australia's SUV market for years, and the latest version comes along with a design some might find radical.

Is it an SUV? Is it a hatch? ... it's a Mitsubishi ASX

The ASX fills a vital spot in Mitsubishi's line up: larger than a Lancer but smaller than the equally popular Outlander.

Latest SUV might make a few turn back to Honda

Australia has welcomed a new Honda SUV to its shores in the form of the RZ-V, which is not to be mistaken for the HR-V or CR-V.

Sorento still carrying the troops after two decades

The Kia Sorento has been on Aussie roads for more than two decades and still offers competitive buying in the popular SUV market.

Don't mention the 'm-word': Honda slips behind the pack

A ground-breaking machine in its early days, the sixth-generation of Honda’s iconic CR-V has slipped back to the pack but new technology might turn that around.

Pathfinder treads middle ground but steps up yet again

It’s not quite the longest-serving model in Nissan’s range, but the Pathfinder rightfully sits high in the family tree.

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