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FORD MODEL Y

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Whilst the Ford Model T established Ford as a dominant marque in America the Ford Model Y was the single model which launched Ford-UK on its way to market leadership. This was Ford’s first really small car that, due to its cheap price, allowed it to open up Ford motoring to the masses. Before the 1930s, Ford-UK business was devoted to the assembly of American models such as the Model T and Model A. With the onset of the Depression in Europe Ford needed something smaller, cheaper and produced locally… Read more

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ALL-NEW BMW 3 SERIES: PRICING AND SPECIFICATIONS

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BMW Australia has announced pricing and specifications for the much anticipated all-new 3 Series that goes on-sale Downunder in March. It is longer and wider than ever before to provide a more spacious cabin particularly in the rear seats. Luggage capacity is pretty good at 480 litres and a 40:20:40 split-fold back seat lets you juggle people and cargo. A 12.3-inch high-resolution instrument cluster provides customisable key information. It is designed to seamlessly integrate with the 10.25-inch central touchscreen that operates the key vehicle functions. BMW’s new Intelligent Personal Assistant… Read more

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PORSCHE 911 TYPE 993 PINNACLE OF THE AIR-COOLED ERA

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1994, 911 Carrera Coupé, Type 993

By PORSCHE MEDIA On 27 November (28 November, Australian time), the eighth generation of the Porsche 911 will celebrate its world premiere in Los Angeles – 55 years after the debut of the original 911 model. This is reason enough to take a look back at the previous seven generations. One thing is certain, and not just for fans of sports cars from Zuffenhausen: the fourth generation of the 911 – the 993 – is one of the most desirable editions in the history of this classic vehicle. Although practically… Read more

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POPULAR SUV JOINS THE NISSAN SPECIAL SQUAD

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There is nothing unique about the Nissan X-Trail N-Sport. Egged on by the sales success of the N-Sport Navara limited edition, the Japanese automobile manufacturer has done likewise for three more models. The seven-seat Pathfinder SUV, sporty 370Z, plus the popular mid-size SUV X-Trail have come in for ‘special’ attention. Sitting well up the ladder in the highly competitive medium sports utility vehicle segment under $60,000, it was thought the X-Trail could handle a mid-cycle shove with 600 units of the N-Sport. Based on the Nissan X-Trail ST-L, the N-Sport… Read more

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STUNNING NEW TOYOTA GR SUPRA

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Toyota has finally launched the eagerly awaited new GR Supra in an impressive ceremony at the Detroit motor show. This is the fifth generation of its large Japanese sportscar. Interestingly, the GR Supra is produced by Toyota GAZOO Racing, hence the tag of ‘GR’ for the all-new model. The 3.0-litre straight-six engine has a twin-scroll turbocharger and produces 250kW of power and 500Nm of torque. It features a continuously-variable valve control to help it produce torque from very low revs. The straight-six drives the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic… Read more

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ALL-NEW SUZUKI JIMNY

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We can’t remember the last time a new vehicle has had such a dream run as the Suzuki Jimny. Since the first pictures of the chunky looking new model were released midway through 2018 Suzuki dealers have been bombarded with enquires from potential buyers. Showing they are serious many have put down deposits, with a global waiting list of about two to three months. The Suzuki people in Queensland people won’t reveal their figures, but the smiles on their faces are a giveaway. Even better for Suzuki, the Jimny literally… Read more

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2019 MERCEDES-BENZ A 200

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class has not only grown up, it has also become significantly more mature. In its earliest days it was a cute stubby car designed to fit the tightest of European city parking spaces. Now it has grown to be virtually a smaller version of the Mercedes C- and E-Class ranges. It is larger inside than the model it supersedes, with more shoulder space, elbow room and headroom in both the front and rear seats. At 370 litres the boot is 29 litres larger than before and more accessible due… Read more

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MITSUBISHI LANCER 2007 – 2018

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2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

Mitsubishi Lancer began life way back in as a small car, then gradually morphed into a medium-sized model. The new model launched in October 2007 was significantly larger than its honourable ancestors and can be used as a family car. These are the Lancers being reviewed here. A four-door sedan was initially the only body launched in this generation, but was soon joined by a five-door hatchback. Mitsubishi has long been strong in SUVs and the decision to concentrate on models like the ASX, rather than the Lancer as the… Read more

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NEW PORSCHE 911 CABRIOLET: FIRST DETAILS

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The cabriolet version of the iconic Porsche 911 will soon join the recently announced Coupe version. The soft top has a glass rear window and can be opened or closed at speeds up to 50 km/h in just 12 seconds. Fascinatingly, the front end revives a traditional feature from earlier 911 generations: a forward-extended bonnet with a distinctive recess in front of the windscreen. New 911 Cabriolet has 20-inch wheels at the front and 21-inch wheels at the rear. The rear-wheel-drive models now match the bodywork width of the existing… Read more

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MINI MILLBROOK EDITION

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MINI Australia has announced a MINI Millbrook Edition based on the John Cooper Works three-door hatch. Only 20 are coming to Australia and are priced $57,275 plus on-road costs. What MINI calls, “A vintage motorsport-inspired exterior finish” paint called Ice Blue is exclusive to the Millbrook Edition. Black 17-inch alloys work beautifully with the Ice Blue paint. The black theme continues on the roof and mirror caps. Black Line exterior trims and JCW bonnet stripes continue the theme. Additional driving lights and covers are a nod to the original Mini’s… Read more