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TASTE TEST BODES WELL FOR A6 DOWN THE ROAD

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If the tempting taste of the new A6, recently dished up to the media, is anything to go by, we can look forward to a deep and meaningful degustation of the mid-size Audi sedan over the next few years. For starters, turning its back on searing heat and choking smoke from bush fires, the German auto giant served up the 45 and 55 TFSI sedans for the scribblers to sample in South Australia. Consisting of three petrol TFSI turbocharged drivetrains, the A6 55 TFSI quattro, with its 250 kW /… Read more

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NISSAN QASHQAI STANDS THE TEST OF TIME

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When it was launched back in 2008 the Nissan Qashqai was one of the pioneers of the hatchback / SUV genre, one which has subsequently grown to become one of the largest Australian market segments with a choice of more than 40 vehicles across virtually every brand. For the first part of its life the Qashqai was called Dualis before switching to its global moniker in 2014 with the release of the second generation model. Regardless of the name it has been a consistently high seller throughout. Qashqai comes with… Read more

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MASERATI LEVANTE ZEGNA EDITION

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Maserati and bespoke Italian tailor Ermenegildo Zegna continue their partnership with a special edition Maserati Levante Zegna. It features PELLETESSUTATM that has the three-dimensional woven strips of leather to create a tactile surface on the Levante dashboard, sports seats and door panels. It’s matched with black Pieno Fiore interior. The Maserati Trident emblem sits the headrests. There’s a powerful Bowers & Wilkins audio system. Based on the petrol V6 Levante GranSport, the Levante Zegna Edition also adds Bronzo exterior tri-coat paint and Zegna badging on its B-pillars. It rides on… Read more

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ALL-NEW HONDA ACCORD

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Honda Australia has announced pricing and specifications for the all-new 10th generation Accord ahead of its arrival into Honda dealerships around the country in December. Two advanced new turbo-petrol and electrified powertrains are offered. One is a 1.5-litre DOHC direct-injected VTEC with dual Variable Timing Control (dual VTC). The other a third-generation Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) two-motor hybrid system with a 2.0-litre DOHC Atkinson-cycle engine paired with two electric motors. The move to four-cylinder engines is a key component of this approach, allowing a shorter engine bay while also reducing… Read more

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TOYOTA VAN COMES ON BOARD WITH LATE DELIVERY

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Fifteen years is a long time in the automobile industry, with models often turning over every four to six years, so it comes as a surprise that the new HiAce has only just welcomed a new generation of the light commercial stalwart. As if to make amends, Toyota Australia Vice-President Sales and Marketing Sean Hanley says every aspect of the all-new HiAce has been designed to appeal to owners who often spend long days behind the wheel. This includes better performance, a quiet cabin, smooth ride and improved handling and… Read more

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ALL-NEW MAZDA CX-30 AUSTRALIAN SPECS AND PRICING

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Mazda has released local specifications and pricing for the all-new CX-30,a model that will sit between Mazda CX-3 and CX-5 in size and price. Mazda Australia Managing Director, Vinesh Bhindi, said the arrival of the new SUV will meet growing demand for high-riding vehicles in one of the most popular market segments. “All-New Mazda CX-30 is the perfect middle ground between small and medium SUV, giving customers a really sensible alternative that is equally stylish and innovative,” said Mr Bhindi. “Mazda has used ergonomic driver research to deliver Mazda CX-30’s… Read more

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FORD KUGA 2012 – 2017

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By EWAN KENNEDY, Marque Motoring CAPTION: A. B. C. BODY COPY Kuga replaced the Ford Escape, which was a genuine 4WD, in February 2012. Ford Australia had been slow to realise that buyers wanted crossovers and the 2012 model had been on sale in Europe for four years before it reached us downunder. Like many SUVs these days the Ford Kuga is it’s aimed at the suburban user than the bush basher. However, some Kugas have have the added traction of all-wheel-drive and can be used tackle bush tracks and… Read more

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MERCEDES EQC: FIRST FULL ELECTRIC VEHICLE FROM MERCEDES

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The Mercedes-Benz EQC, a family-size SUV, is the first all-electric vehicle from the company that, by one definition, claims to have built the first car. It’s built by EQ, the division of Mercedes-Benz established to guide the company’s transition to electric mobility. Mercedes tell us it’s designed to provide the performance, comfort, safety, luxury and practical ownership experience expected of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific CEO and Managing Director Horst von Sanden said Australia was among the first countries in the world to receive stock of the ground-breaking EQC, with… Read more

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MG HS IS A WELL-EQUIPPED AND AFFORDABLE MID-SIZED SUV

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The Chinese-owned MG carmaker has taken another important step in its bid to make an impact on the Australian car market by opening its first flagship metro dealership, Sydney City MG. Located at Mascot and surrounded by many of the automotive big hitters, the venue was used to unveil its new mid-sized HS SUV as the replacement for its ageing and underachieving GS model. MG HS is bigger all round than its predecessor and, more importantly comes with a raft of safety, driver assistance, technology and entertainment features that combine… Read more

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LEXUS LC 500 CONVERTIBLE

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The convertible version of the Lexus LC 500 coupe has been announced. That’s the good news, the bad news is that it won’t be on sale in Australia for at least another seven months. The convertible roof can be retracted in just 15 seconds while travelling at up to 50km/h. It stores under an integrated tonneau cover when lowered to keep the appearance as sleek as possible. The open top Lexis is just 10mm longer and 5mm taller than the coupe. It has four seats, though theres a lot stretch… Read more