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Hyundai has revised the specification for the Tucson compact SUV including the adoption of a 2.0-litre direct-injection petrol engine in two model grades and range-wide access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility. Released as 2018 models, the four-tier Tucson line-up gets the 2.0-litre GDi (gasoline direction-injection) four-cylinder engine in …

Kia has spiced-up two of its most popular models – Cerato and Sportage – with a pair of new specification grades aimed at boosting their appeal with increased value and added features. The Cerato Sport will slip into the range above the S automatic and under the Si automatic, effectively …

Toyota has introduced an Altitude special edition for its popular 2017 LandCruiser 200 Series. Based on the GXL turbo-diesel variant, the Altitude brings a series of luxury, comfort, convenience and safety enhancements to the model. Inside, the interior has been updated with leather-accented upholstery, power adjustments for the front seats …

Jeep has unveiled the most potent Grand Cherokee yet, the 527kW Trackhawk performance flagship that will take on some of the world’s fastest SUVs including those from the Porsche/AMG/M stable. Set to be unwrapped later this week at the New York International Auto Show, the Grand Cherokee Trackhawk packs a …

Infiniti has revealed the first look of its QX80 Monograph, a new concept which previews the next-generation QX80 flagship SUV. Set for global debut at the New York Auto Show this month, the QX80 Monograph explores “upscale luxury and signaling the Infiniti’s intention to further develop its standing in the full-size luxury …

Japanese car enthusiasts in South Australia will soon be able to order Japanese-style number plate for their vehicles. The Department of Planning, Transportation and Infrastructure has released two concept designs, both with Japanese characters and will be shorter and higher than standard plates, to fit some Japanese cars, especially JDM …

Mercedes-Benz’s range-topping E-Class, the 2017 AMG E63 and E63 S, will lob from $209,900 and $239,900 plus on-road costs respectively when they arrive into Australia in June. The performance flagships will join the lukewarm AMG E 43 launched last month priced from $159,900 plus on-road costs. The new models have dropped the outgoing models’ …

Nissan has unveiled their special GT-R-based police pursuit vehicle dubbed the ‘Copzilla’. Created especially for the 2017 New York Auto Show, the Police Pursuit #23 (in Japanese, ‘2’ is pronounced ‘Ni’ and ‘3’ is ‘San’) – its official name – comes complete with crime-fighting lights on the roof and in …

The Nissan 370Z is getting long in the tooth but Nissan is giving it a special edition treatment before the all-new model arrives in the next couple of years. Called the Heritage Edition, the model “honours the iconic Nissan sports car as it approaches its 50th anniversary at the end …

While car sharing is relatively rare in Australia, the practice is a reasonably common phenomenon in Europe, and taking this concept to the next level recently is Porsche. The company recruited Le Mans 24 Hours winner and Porsche Works Driver, Romain Dumas and threw him the keys to a Panamera …

The updated 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has arrived with a revised design, new technology, increased refinement and additional fast charging flexibility. Adopting styling changes from the Model Year 2017 Outlander range, the PHEV variant sports revised front and rear fascia with Mitsubishi’s “Dynamic Shield” front grille, new front and rear …

After a taste of the slightly warmed-up V6-engined Mercedes-AMG GLC 43, here’s the real deal for those looking for uncompromised performance in their SUVs. The Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe have been officially unveiled today ahead of their debut at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. Both …

Lexus has announced it will introduce ‘the most engaging’ LS, the LS 500 F Sport, at the New York International Auto Show next week. The all-new LS F Sport follows the global debut of the 310kW LS 500 in Detroit earlier this year and the 264kW full hybrid LS 500h in …

First revealed as a concept at the Los Angeles Auto Show last year, the 2017 Honda Civic Si will hit production in coupe and sedan body styles, but the bad news is, the coupe is unlikely to make it to Australia. Designed predominantly for the US market, the Si is …