Category: News

No comments

RAM TRUCKS 1500 EXPRESS CREW

  By ,

RAM Trucks Australia has introduced the 1500 Express Crew V8 Hemi to its range. Sitting one step above the entry-level 1500 Express Quad, the RAM Express Crew features more space, higher specification and what the importer calls (hopefully with a bit of tongue-in-cheek) “an even sportier appearance”. Priced from $89,950 plus on-road costs, the full-size 1500 Express Crew truck features the larger cabin found on the RAM Laramie, meaning more head, shoulder and leg room than any five-seat ute on the market today. Importantly the sizeable cabin has dual-zone air… Read more

No comments

MITSUBISHI EXPANDS TRITON RANGE

  By ,

Mitsubishi Triton is a major competitor in the redhot pickup truck in Australia so is about to release two additional variants – the GLX-R and GSR models. The GSR gets the ‘tuff’ look, with 18-inch black alloy wheels, black dynamic shield design, grille, headlamp garnish, skid plate, door mirrors, door handles and sidesteps. Inside, the GSR has Multi around Monitor with steering wheel camera switch, leather trimmed seats, steering wheel and park brake level/shift knob, power driver seat adjustment and heated front seats. There is an optional tan orange interior… Read more

No comments

MERCEDES ADDS SEDANS TO A-CLASS RANGE

  By ,

Mercedes has introduced two new versions of its A-Class. The A 250 Sedan and A 250 4MATIC (all-wheel drive) Sedan fit into the company’s sedan line-up between the A 180 Sedan and the Mercedes-AMG A 35 4MATIC Sedan. As is often the way with the sedans they provide extra luggage capacity, an extra 420 litres back there, an increase of 50 litres over the corresponding hatchbacks. Both are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine (165kW/350Nm) mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. Standard equipment for the A 250 Sedan MBUX… Read more

No comments

FORD’S PUMA IS ABOUT TO POUNCE

  By ,

Ford has announced its Puma will be on sale in Australia in the second half of 2020. A small crossover SUV Puma is described by Ford as an “urban SUV” it will be a little brother to Ford Escape, Endura and Everest. It will be a competitor for the big selling Mitsubishi ASX, the Honda HR-V and the just released Mazda CX-30 Styling is more tall hatchback than SUV, with a low front and an interesting iteration of the current Ford grille and lights, bold side lines that join dramatic… Read more

No comments

NISSAN QASHQAI N-SPORT

  By ,

Nissan Australia has announced it will bring a tough looking Nissan Qashqai N-SPORT to SUV lovers downunder. Nissan Qashqai ST-L-based N-SPORT is limited to 600 units. It has 19-inch wheels; body-coloured bumpers front and rear that incorporate matt silver trim highlights. Bodyside mouldings with matt silver trim and wheel arches are also body-colour coded. Further exterior flourishes include silver-painted caps for the auto folding and heated door mirrors, while inside the headlining is finished in black. As well as that limited edition Nissan Australia has updated others Qashqai models, adding… Read more

No comments

SALES FIGURES FOR JANUARY 2020

  By

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has released the new vehicle sales figures for the month of January 2020, utilising the updated VFACTS (i.e. more honest) reporting system for the first time. New vehicle sales for the month totalled 71,731, and were comprised of 20,494 passenger vehicles, 35,393 Sports Utility Vehicles and 14,035 Light Commercial Vehicles. Tony Weber, chief executive for the FCAI, commented on the sales result, “Given the broad range of environmental, financial, international and political issues facing Australia during January, it is no surprise to see… Read more

No comments

MAZDA CX-30 FIRST DRIVE

  By ,

Mazda CX-30 is an SUV that sits neatly between Mazda CX-3 and CX-5 in size and price. In times when fewer and fewer so-called SUVs are only driven by two wheels the CX-30 is offered with a choice between two and all-wheel drive. Interestingly its chief designer, Ryo Yanagisawa, who travelled to Australia for the media launch of the vehicle calls it, “a crossover SUV”. Mazda Australia chief, Vinesh Bhindi, says “All-New Mazda CX-30 is the perfect middle ground between small and medium SUV, giving customers a really sensible alternative… Read more

No comments

JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON IS 4X4 AUSTRALIA’s 4X4 OF THE YEAR

  By ,

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has been named 4×4 Australia 4×4 of the Year. It’s one of the most capable SUV on the planet, and was celebrated for being unstoppable even on the toughest terrain, with its undeniable off-road prowess and rich heritage. “The Wrangler Rubicon Diesel shone out for its unrivalled off road ability and uncompromised approach to adventure driving. With its removable roof and 80 years of heritage behind it, the Rubicon is a truly unique vehicle,” said Matt Raudonikis, Editor of 4×4 Australia. Kevin Flynn, Managing Director of… Read more

No comments

MERCEDES-BENZ EQC IS WHEELS CAR OF THE YEAR

  By ,

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is Wheels Car of the Year for 2020. The family-sized SUV launched in 2019 is the first pure-electric series-production vehicle from Mercedes-Benz. Hopefully it will be the first of many electrics to win awards in what is an ever-changing world. “The Mercedes-Benz EQC was a clear winner,” said Wheels Editor, Alex Inwood. “The EQC’s masterstroke is its stunning completeness. It was the safest car in this year’s field and also one of the most refined.” Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific CEO and Managing Director, Horst von Sanden said, “We are… Read more

No comments

MASERATI GOING ELECTRIC

  By
Maserati GranCabrio

Maserati has started the testing phase of its new full electric propulsion systems which will equip future models from the famed Italian maker of sports vehicles. Some experimental vehicles have now been built equipped with the new powertrain, 100 per cent electric with 100 per cent Maserati technology, developed at the new Innovation Lab in Modena. All Maserati owners love the sound of their cars so during this experimental phase, we are assured the sound that will characterise the electric engine will also be developed. Maserati assures us, “The next… Read more