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2021 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1

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Ford Mustang Mach 1 will be offered in Australia and New Zealand in 2021 with the first ever factory right-hand drive model produced at the legendary Flat Rock, Michigan, plant. The new Mach 1 delivers additional V8 power, a driver-focused cockpit and a track-focused upgrades above the Mustang GT. “It’s a stunning looking vehicle, but above all it really is a Mustang made for enthusiasts – it is all about how it drives around a track, which is why I’m so pleased to be working on this project with Ford,”… Read more

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CALL TO MAKE AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING STANDARD ON ALL NEW CARS

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Australasia’s independent vehicle safety consumer advocate, ANCAP SAFETY, has welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) to reduce trauma caused by light vehicles through the fitment of autonomous emergency braking. The RIS proposes the introduction of a new Australian Design Rule (ADR) specifying the regulatory need for car-to-car and pedestrian-detecting autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems on new vehicle models from July 2022, and all models from July 2024 – in a similar timeframe to European regulation. Under a non-regulatory regime, ANCAP has been encouraging the voluntary… Read more

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BMW 128ti IS A NEAT LITTLE PERFORMANCE MACHINE

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The upmarket German company tells us its new BMW 128ti has been introduced to breathe new life into a long tradition. Since the 1960s the BMW “TI” (later “ti”) badge has stood for “Turismo Internazionale”, marking out particularly sporty members of the model range. The new BMW 128ti is based on the M Sport model specification. Its 2.0-litre engine produces 180 kW if power across a handy band of 5,000 to 6,500 rpm. Even better, peak torque of 380 Nm runs from 1,500 to 4,400 rpm. BMW quotes a zero… Read more

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NEW LDV DELIVER 9

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LDV’s Deliver 9 has been launched in three variants: the standard wheelbase MR (mid roof); the long wheelbase MR; and the long wheelbase HR (high roof). There’s also a cab chassis option, and 11 or 14-seat bus configurations (in mid and long wheelbase, plus mid and high roof) are also available. Powering each LDV is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel producing 110kW and 375Nm from just 1,500rpm. It is available with stop/start engine technology to trim fuel use and emissions. Six-speed manual and six-speed automatic transmissions operate through rear-wheel drive. Deliver… Read more

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ŠKODA SUPERB SPORTLINE

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Skoda Superb Sportline sedan and station wagon imports to Australia have restarted after a prolonged absence. The 2021 Superb is powered by a 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine (206kW/350Nm) driving through all four wheels. The Superb Scout 4×4, originally intended as a limited edition is carried over to 2021 with standard updates that include a detachable tow bar. Superb Scout is an interesting model in that it has raised ride height and distinctive side cladding. This makes it a clever choice between a standard wagon and an SUV. Scout has… Read more

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MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE CROSS REFRESHED

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Mitsubishi has given the Eclipse Cross a facelift and some minor updates. But the big news is that a PHEV (Plugin Hybrid Vehicle) has been added to the range. The styling is aimed at giving it a sporty SUV appearance. The front has Mitsubishi’s signature Dynamic Shield a new bumper and and refreshed light layout. The rear hatch and window not only has more style but also improved rear visibility because there’s now has a single piece of glass, not two. Inside there’s a new black interior with silver accents… Read more

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BMW X2 M MESH EDITION

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BMW Australia will add the X2 M Mesh Edition to its already fascinating range early next year. The most standout feature is the use of high-gloss black is the BMW M mesh kidney grille which has a pronounced three-dimensional look. Brooklyn Grey metallic paint is exclusive to the M Mesh Edition, it’s also offered in Sapphire Black metallic. Frozen Black-Brown metallic, a mocha-like shade, is used in the inserts in the bumper trim, the prominent cladding on the side skirts and doors and the wheelarch trim. New decals in orange… Read more

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JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE TRACKHAWK

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Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk for 2021 has astonishing performance – we’re talking zero to 100km/h in 3.7 seconds from a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 – has been upgraded. The 2020 update adds a Signature Laguna Leather Wrapped Interior Package as standard. It has 20-inch black lightweight forged alloy wheels with Pirelli P-Zero tyres. It has $13,000 worth of customer value for just $5,000. The driver-focused interior features premium soft-touch materials, Light Black Chrome finishes and carbon fibre spears and a 7-inch driver information display instrument cluster that has the tachometer in… Read more

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LEXUS UX LINE: NEW PETROL MODEL

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Lexus UX Line has a new entry-level petrol variant as well as range-wide improvements to practicality, refinement and technology. Updates include more responsive acceleration, smoother gearshifts, a quieter cabin and increased luggage space. There’s also school-zone speed-sign detection. Acceleration is more refined and responsive due to recalibration of the integrated powertrain control electronics. The UX cabin is now even quieter due to additional sound-absorbing materials and the adoption of thicker insulation around key areas of the boot floor. Lexus UX luggage space has been expanded with a lower deck height… Read more

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BRAND NEW MAZDA BT-50

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A brand new Mazda BT-50 has been released in Australia. The term ‘brand new’ is used willy-nilly by sales and marketing people – but in this case the BT-50 really is brand new. For many years the Mazda BT-50 was been designed and manufactured in partnership with Ford, which calls its model the Ranger. That’s now changed and new BT-50 is a collaboration with Isuzu, which makes the D-MAX pickup. That’s important because these days Isuzu is purely a truck maker, not a car company. So the emphasis is on… Read more