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NEW JEEP COMPASS MODELS FOR 2020

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Jeep has added two additional models to its Compass range; the Night Eagle and range-topping S-Limited. The lowest cost model in the range is now the Jeep Compass Night Eagle. It’s powered by a 2.4-litre Tigershark petrol engine driving through a six-speed automatic. It’s the only front-wheel-drive model within the range. It rides on 18-Inch black alloy wheels and sleek black chrome appointments which lift the style of the exterior. Night Eagle also has deep tinted privacy glass and roof rails. Inside is an 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay… Read more

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GET YOUR CAR TESTED FOR FAULTY TAKATA AIRBAG

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Car manufacturers have launched a major advertising campaign warning vehicle owners to check their cars for faulty Takata airbags, or risk their lives – as well as risking the registration of their vehicles. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries’ (FCAI) new campaign warns vehicle owners that their lives and the registration of their vehicles are at risk if they don’t have faulty Takata airbags promptly rectified. FCAI chief executive, Tony Weber, said the new advertising campaign features an updated creative theme which first aired in May on social media. The… Read more

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SHELBY COBRA

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1968 Shelby Cobra GT500

Carroll Hall Shelby had achieved considerable success as a race car driver but was finally forced to retire from this stressful sport when he developed a heart condition. Not wanting to give up his great interest in motor sport Shelby had thoughts of building the perfect American sports car. He reasoned this could best be achieved by using a small powerful V8 engine married to a European chassis. His initial approach was to General Motors but as he outlined his thoughts on his ideal sports car the people at GM… Read more

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PORSCHE TAYCAN AUSTRALIAN PRICING AND SPECIFICATIONS

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Taycan, the first all-electric Porsche sports car is now available to order and will arrive in Australia from December 2020. It’s available in three model grades, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo and Taycan Turbo S. The Taycan 4S produces up to 390 kW of power and 640 Nm of torque. It’s coupled with a two-speed transmission and has an 79.2 kWh Performance Battery. It can accelerate from a standing start to 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h. The range is 365km when the battery… Read more

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SUBARU XV GETS HYBRID OPTION

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Petrol / electric hybrid vehicles have been around in Australia since Honda and Toyota introduced them about 20 years ago. Subaru recently entered the field with hybrid versions of its two most popular vehicles, the mid-sized Forester and compact XV. We recently reviewed the Forester and will now look at the XV Hybrid. The Subaru XV first went on sale in 2012 and quickly struck a chord with ever-reliable Subaru buyers and has been a consistent seller throughout its life. The current (second generation) model arrived midway through 2017 and… Read more

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PORSCHE HERITAGE DESIGN EDITION

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Porsche has presented the 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition, a state-of-the-art 911 with design elements from the 1950s and early 60s. Historical exterior and interior design elements have been re-interpreted and combined with the latest technology. Only 992 will be built, matching the internal model series code. Along with the introduction of the special edition, selected interior elements will be available as part of the Heritage Design package for all current 911 models. “With the Heritage Design models, we are evoking memories of the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s… Read more

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2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE: FIRST DETAILS

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Hyundai has unveiled the design of the revised Santa Fe that’s coming Downunder in the second half of this year. The Santa Fe’s new front section has a wide grille that extends across the entire width of the vehicle. The lower air intakes have a horizontal line to visually accentuate the vehicle’s wide stance. The sides the revised Santa Fe have a seamless line all the way from the fronts daytime running lights to the taillights. Redesigned taillights are connected across the rear hatch by a slim illuminated bar. Increased… Read more

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ASTON MARTIN ZAGATO

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1962 Aston Martin Zagato

The Aston Martin company has had a truly chequered career. Over the years there have been a number of times when it looked certain to be going to the wall but on each occasion it was saved by fortunate circumstances ¬– like a major win of a title or at an important event. In 1960 Aston Martin introduced their DB4GT Zagato, a great performing road-legal semi-competition car but one that proved difficult for the average driver to manage on the road and was outperformed by the Ferrari 250GTO on the… Read more

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PREVIEW: MITSUBISHI EXPRESS VAN

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Keen to capture early attention in the slow-moving sales market Mitsubishi Motors Australia has announced basic specifications and full pricing of the Express vans that will be launched on July 6th. The Express will be available in both short and long wheelbase with a choice of manual and automatic transmissions and it comes standard with dual sliding doors. Mitsubishi says, “There is no better way for owners to ensure the condition of their vehicle than servicing with a Mitsubishi dealer. With nearly 200 dealerships nationally, owners can be assured that… Read more

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JEEP GLADIATOR CHARGES IN

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Jeep Gladiator has entered the Australian arena and is ready for test drives at Jeep dealerships nationwide. An exclusive Launch Edition model, limited to just 100 units is on offer. Arriving in Overland and Rubicon variants Gladiator is the only convertible in the pick-up truck segment in Australia. “Thousands have indicated their interest in the Jeep Gladiator over the past few months and our dealers are excited to add such a unique vehicle to their product line-up,” said Kevin Flynn, Jeep Australia managing director. “The Gladiator builds on Jeep’s iconic… Read more