Holden Equinox. Never has a vehicle been so important for an auto maker. In Australia, there are Holden people, and Ford people, or at least, that’s the way it used to be. With the loss of local manufacturing, GM-Holden is now no different to any other retailer in Australia. Despite the loyalty built over a number of years, buyers [...]
Kia recently released the updated version of its much awarded Sorento. Upgrades are highlighted by an 8 speed “in house” (made by Kia) auto, and the addition of the GT-Line replacing the Platinum as the halo model. The range has 2.2 diesel, and 3.5L V6 petrol engines, 7 seats, and the afore mentioned 8 speed auto. Weight ranges from [...]
This is one of my favourite cars, ever. There are 3 models, Dynamic, SE Dynamic, and our range topping HSE Dynamic. We are driving the range tipping HSE Dynamic, with extras. It doesn’t have Range Rover’s adjustable floaty air suspension, but it does have an adjustable roof. It folds completely away in just 18seconds, and looks like a Tonka [...]
We’ve driven the brawnier sister of the 1.6, and loved it. READ IT HERE. It is a WRX wagon effectively. Some people want the convenience of a wagon but don’t need the power and expense muscle brings. Enter the 1.6 for $35,990. Outside, the 1.6 is all but indistinguishable from the more powerful WRX clones. Under the bonnet is [...]
Today, Skoda Australia launched its fabulous RS245, which is an upgraded and retuned version of the Octavia RS. The 245 adds a host of features, as well as a retuned engine offering an extra 11kw of power, and 20 Nm of torque. Tech and Luxury packs are still available, however some of the features are included in the standard [...]
2018 Skoda Octavia VRS 245 launch review Skoda has sold 5,000 cars this year so far. They’re proud of it too, and so they should be. It is a brand that flies under the radar, but is one that motoring journalists love. It is pure, value-packed, fun. It has all the quality and innovation of VW, and perhaps even [...]
Nissan Qashqai midlife update: New MD, Stephen Lester, erstwhile Canadian, has been brought in to deliver improved results for the Japanese car maker. Mr. Lester is charting a longer-term plan focusing on customer needs. His aim is to make Nissan relevant “again” in the face of stiff competition. One assumes this means Nissan thinks its relevance has slipped. Mr. [...]
