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The all-new Nissan Z is the first renewed Z model in 12 years, replacing the long-running 370Z. For the first time, new Z has dropped its numeric moniker in its name and is called simply the Nissan Z. For a performance model with more than 50 years of heritage, Nissan’s …

Toyota has announced it’s adding the “dynamically focused” GR Sport variant to its Yaris Cross light SUV line-up in Australia. Set to arrive in showrooms in December, the 2023 Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport will be available exclusively in 2WD Hybrid guise. It comes with retuned suspension that is said …

Toyota has confirmed an extensive development program in Australia for the Tundra full size pick-up, hinting at its intention to re-engineer the American-built Tundra in right-hand-drive (RHD) format and evaluate the vehicle against Australia’s unique local conditions and tough customer use. Toyota has partnered with Melbourne-based Walkinshaw Automotive Group, for …

Toyota Australia will expand its Gazoo Racing family of performance vehicles when the new-generation GR86 sports coupe launches locally in September. Replacing the outgoing Toyota 86 which has been on the market for nearly a decade, the new GR86 brings improved performance from its larger 2.4-litre engine, sharper handling and …

Polestar has confirmed a production version of its seductive O2 concept will arrive in 2026 as the Polestar 6, and it’s coming to Australia. Featuring an all-electric powertrain, the Polestar 6 is described as “a perfect combination of powerful electric performance and the thrill of fresh air with the top …

Australia will receive the third-generation BMW X1 in the fourth quarter of this year with the sDrive18i and xDrive20i the first to arrive. Priced from $53,900 and $65,900, respectively, the new X1 is $6,000 dearer than before and will debut BMW’s new Features on Demand, where buyers subscribe to features …

Nissan has completely revamped its SUV line-up with the launch of all-new Qashqai, X-Trail and Pathfinder models. All arriving into Australian showrooms in the second half of 2022, the new SUV models will complete Nissan’s full renewal of its passenger car portfolio, together with the imminent arrival of the highly …

The Peugeot Australia model range is expanding with the impending arrival of the new Peugeot 308. With the Peugeot 308 Hatch and Wagon already confirmed for the local market, Peugeot Australia has announced that the 308 hybrid variant will also be headed Down Under. The full local line up will …

The fastest, baddest and most powerful pick up truck has landed in Australia from America, complete with right-hand-drive and local compliance. The all-new RAM TRX is the new halo model for RAM Trucks Australia. Powered by a 6.2-litre supercharged HEMI V8 petrol engine, the RAM TRX sets new benchmarks for …

The updated Hyundai Palisade flagship SUV was unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show, bringing revised interior and exterior design cues, new infotainment and safety features, and advanced driver assistance systems. The new Palisade is headed Down Under for a Q3, 2022 launch, but one model …

With just a few months remaining until the world premiere of the new BMW M2, the final test phase in the development of the new high-performance car is in full swing. In keeping with its affinity with the racetrack, the car’s driving dynamics were subjected to an intensive test at …

The new 2023 Lexus RX has been officially revealed, bringing a new design, new powertrains, greater performance and more refined luxury. In the fifth-generation RX, Lexus continues to evolve the Lexus Driving Signature of its core model by improving the vehicle’s fundamentals, while maintaining the refined ride and high level …

Three years after the initial launch of the GR Supra with an automatic transmission, Toyota has finally heeded the cries of purist for a six-speed manual version of the cult sports car. The GR Supra six-speed manual is heading Down Under for its scheduled launch in the final quarter of …

Spanish performance brand, Cupra, has officially launched in Australia one month earlier than planned, with the brand taking online orders for the Leon, Forementor and Ateca Launch Edition models. Just 100 units in total will be on offer, with all Launch Edition models based on the range-topping VZx trim level …