Car Reviews

Tyre test 2023: Nexen N Blue HD Plus

The Nexen N Blue HD Plus is a safe, good-value tyre for 'A to B' driving.

Tyre test 2023: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

How does the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S handle a two-tonne, 430kW Kia EV6 GT?

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross LS 2WD Quick Review

A one-bite guide to Mitsubishi's Eclipse Cross LS

2023 Mazda CX-8 review: Australian first drive

Mazda’s updated CX-8 large SUV will play a key role in its local line-up with the orchestrated demise of the broader CX-9

2023 Mitsubishi ASX ES Quick Review

A two-minute guide to the 2023 Mitsubishi ASX ES that carries value as its trump card.

2023 Mitsubishi Triton review: Full range detailed

The Mitsubishi Triton is a popular light commercial vehicle in a competitive segment.

2023 Mazda 6 review: Australian first drive

Mazda’s venerable mid-sizer challenges its decade-long lifespan with a host of updates for 2023 – and a plush new 20th Anniversary variant

2023 Subaru Crosstrek (XV) review: First Australian drive

An old favourite with a unique tie-in to Australia gets an identity makeover for 2023… but is the Crosstrek (nee XV) worth the extra money it demands?

2023 Ford E-Transit electric van review: Australian first drive

In many ways, the electrification of Ford's enduring Transit van just makes sense. But does the price?

2023 Isuzu MU-X LS-T review: Family haulin' up the Highway

Time away from the rat race for a road-trip with the fam? Sounds like a job for a big SUV. Let's see if the MU-X is up to the job.

2023 Toyota RAV4 review: Full range detailed

The Toyota RAV4 is regularly the most popular medium SUV in Australia, and with good reason – it sips fuel and drives excellently.

Toyota hybrid comparison: 2023 Yaris Cross vs Corolla Cross vs RAV4 review

Toyota's expansive hybrid SUV range looks a little complicated from the outside, so we put three of them together to help find the best one for you

Race-inspired 2019 Nissan Navara

After an incident with a swamp that killed his first modified Navara, Rogue 2.0 was Simon Taylor’s chance to build an even better off-road weapon

2023 Volkswagen Amarok PanAmericana review: First Australian drive

Getting off-road in Volkswagen’s all-new Amarok

Tyre test 2023: Yokohama Advan Apex V601

Are these Yokohama Advan tyres worth walking past the Michelin stand for?

2023 Mazda CX-5 review: Full range detailed

The Mazda CX-5 is a popular medium-size SUV in Australia. Learn more about the CX-5 range, including price, interior, boot space, safety assists, and performance.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE review: Australian launch

Mercedes treats the doughty E-Class to the mother of electrical glow-ups

Ford Mustang Mach-E v Tesla Model Y v Kia EV6 v VW ID.4: Spec battle!

Ford's Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is finally confirmed for Australia – so how does it stack up against a few potential rivals?

Old versus new: 2016 Defender 130 vs 2022 Defender 110

Two Land Rover Defenders taken on a 2500km trip through Botswana. Which one is best suited for bush travel?

2023 Nissan X-Trail review: Full line-up detailed

The all-new Nissan X-Trail took a long time to get to Australia, but it looks like it was worth the wait.

2023 Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST review

The updated 2022 Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST gets fresh West coast cruiser styling and a bigger capacity 117 cubic inch ‘Milwaukee 8’ V-twin, along with the signature ‘bagger’ sculpted panniers, making it one of the best looking and most versatile cruisers on the market.

2023 Ford Ranger review: Full line-up detailed

The Ford Ranger is a popular dual-cab ute in Australia. Learn more about the Ford Ranger range including price, interior, towing capacity, safety assists and performance.

2024 Volvo C40 Recharge EV review

Volvo’s fully electric fastback SUV gets a refresh with more range from a new RWD layout. A success?

2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge EV review

A switch to rear-drive brings extra kms rather than thrills. Enough to give the electric XC40 a cutting edge?