Kevin J Lee

Jaguar XF refreshed for 2021 with major new interior

Jaguar has given its XF mid-size luxury sedan a facelift for 2021 that not only brings an updated exterior design, but also a major refresh for its interior, along with technology upgrades. On the outside, the 2021 XF gains a revised front grille flanked by a set of slimmer headlights …

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2020 Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Sedan Hybrid Review

Twelve months after the arrival of the rejuvenated and much improved new Toyota Corolla Hatch, the larger Toyota Corolla Sedan has joined its sexier sibling in the showrooms, headlined by the availability of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. While many might associate the humble Corolla with words like …

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Hopium Machina set to be 1st hydrogen-powered luxury car

Meet what is set to be the world’s first hydrogen-powered luxury car, the Hopium Māchina. Created by newly formed French carmaker, Hopium which is part of the Hydrogen Motive Company founded by French racer, Oliver Lombard, the Māchina is touted as a “real technological breakthrough”. Although most of its technical …

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2021 Hyundai Elantra N prototype teased in video

Hyundai’s family of high-performance models is set to grow with the upcoming Elantra N, which was teased in the video (below) introducing the Elantra N TCR racer a few days ago. Appearing at the end of the video clip, the Elantra N is expected to pack the same uprated 2.0-litre …

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Ford says next Ranger will have the upper-hand over the VW Amarok

Ford claims its next-generation Ranger will have an ‘advantage’ over the new Volkswagen Amarok which will share its T7 platform. According to Ford Australia President, Andrew Birkic, the Ranger has “a head start over them [Volkswagen]. We have a really strong history and we have a really strong global play …

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Toyota GR Yaris pocket rocket launches in Australia from $39,950

The hottest Toyota Yaris model ever produced, the GR Yaris, will hit Australian roads in November, with an introductory launch price of $39,950 driveaway. Limited to the first 1,000 units to roll off the showroom floor, the special pricing represents a $9,550 discount over the recommended retail price of $49,500 …

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All-new 2021 Hyundai Tucson bows in

Hyundai has unveiled its all-new 2021 Tucson, sporting a dramatic design and packed with enough safety and in-car technology to challenge some premium competition. Set to arrive in Australia in the first half of 2021, the Tuscon will be offered locally exclusively as a long wheelbase model despite world markets …

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2020 Nissan Leaf EV Review

The automotive landscape is indeed changing fast. It wasn’t that long ago that reviewing an electric car was a rarity but in the last few years, we have reviewed a series of Hyundai Ioniq’s (hybrid, PHEV and Electric), the Jaguar’s i-Pace and of course, Tesla’s Model S, X and 3. …

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Refreshed 2021 Hyundai Kona unveiled with sporty N Line

The facelifted 2021 Hyundai Kona has made its debut with an all-new N Line joining the range for the first time. While the rear end remains relatively similar to the outgoing model with minor updates to the taillights with revised graphics and rear bumper, the front end on the other …

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2021 Kia Stinger gains new tech and an extra 3kW

Kia has given its popular fastback Stinger a mid-life update for 2021 with a more muscular design, higher quality interior and upgraded infotainment system. The high-performance sedan also comes with an improved 3.3-litre T-GDi V6 with a new Electronic Variable Exhaust Valve system that promises a deeper exhaust note in …

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2020 Kia Seltos GT-Line Review – is the top dog worth it?

We were rather impressed with the Kia Seltos when we drove the mid-range Sport+ front wheel drive earlier this year. It looks good inside and out, handles well and comes with one of the best infotainment systems on a mainstream model. Now, we’ve been handed the keys to the top-of-the-line …

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All-new Genesis GV80 arrives in Australia from $90,600

Genesis’ third and flagship model in Australia, the Genesis GV80, will make its local debut in October 2020, priced from $90,600 plus on-road costs and joining the G70 and G80 sedans. Available in four variants and three powertrains, with rear- or all-wheel drive, seating for five or seven and an …

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2020 Honda Civic Type R pricing & specification

Honda Australia has announced the pricing and specification for its updated 2020 Honda Civic Type R ahead of its local showroom debut on October 1. Focusing firmly on performance the MY2020 model brings a number of changes and improvements to the Type R, including upgrades to its ride and handling, …

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2021 Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line unveiled, coming late 2020

Hyundai has unveiled its new 2021 Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line ahead of its local debut later this year. Packing Hyundai’s 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 150kW and 265Nm of torque, power is dispensed to the front wheels via a six-speed manual or seven-speed Double Clutch Transmission. If this sounds …

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