Classic Review: Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG: The OG AMG
From little acorns, giant oaks do grow. Such a saying could aptly describe the origins of AMG, the now iconic performance arm of Mercedes-Benz, though you could hardly refer to the car featured here as a little acorn. AMG’s relationship with Mercedes-Benz can be traced back as far as the early 1970s when German engineers […]
Subaru TrailSeeker EV First Drive Review – Outback looks, WRX Spirit
For decades, Subaru has built its reputation on a simple formula: rugged capability, all-wheel-drive confidence and a willingness to take the road less travelled. Whether it was the Outback conquering gravel roads or the WRX carving up mountain passes, Subaru vehicles have always felt like they belonged outdoors. Well, now the brand has taken all […]
MG4 EV Urban Essence Review – It’s just a genuinely good EV
Sure, when it comes to buying a new car (EV or Traditional), the offer of the latest technology, the longest range and the most futuristic interiors is enticing. But sometimes the most appealing option is the one that simply does what it promises – and that’s the MG4 EV Urban. In essence (pardon the blatant […]
Riding on the Storm – Land Rover Discovery Tempest Review
Relatability is a big thing for me. If an ultra-expensive, unobtanium supercar is parked beside a modified, barely-legal street hack, I already know which one I’m going to be drawn to. But every now and again it is nice to break that cycle and jump into something that I knew very little until not too […]
Toiling Titan: 2026 Nissan Navara PRO-4X Dual Cab 4WD Auto Review
40 years and counting, the Nissan Navara is back for a new generation but is the range topper nice enough for today’s ute buyer?
2026 Honda Prelude First Drive Review
Being a previous owner, there are few automotive names that stir up as much nostalgia as the Honda Prelude. For many enthusiasts (me included), the Prelude represented the sweet spot between everyday usability and genuine driver engagement. It was stylish, clever, sporty without being intimidating, and above all, distinctly Honda. Then, in 2001, it disappeared. […]
Ford’s MY26.5 Ranger and Everest – Proving Their Metal
Located in Lara, Victoria, just 26km north of Geelong is Ford’s You Yangs Proving Ground (YYPG). It’s a 900-hectare vehicle punishing, testing and development playground that offers all manner of terrains including tarmac (smooth and potholed), mud, sand and metal. The facility has been operating since 1965, and it serves as a critical global hub […]
Quietly Confident: 2026 Toyota Hilux New Zealand Launch
To celebrate 50 years of Hilux in New Zealand, Toyota have launched a new generation and an EV but is it a lugger or a bugger?
Suzuki eVitara Review – The EV That Still Thinks Like a Suzuki
The new Suzuki eVitara isn’t out to reinvent transport, it isn’t chasing Nürburgring lap times or pretending to be a luxury lounge on wheels. Instead, Suzuki has taken the formula that made the Vitara such a global success (compact dimensions, rugged charm, practicality and affordability) and translated it into an electric SUV designed for real […]
2027 Volvo EX60 P6 and P10 Ultra – World First Drive Review
Being invited to a world-first drive of a brand new Swedish EV in the Catalonia-land of Flamenco’s, Bull fighting, Tapas and Antoni Gaudí’s whimsical, nature-inspired masterpieces, may sound like an odd choice, but with its exceptional roads, epic backdrops and ‘central’ geographical location, Barcelona proved to be the perfect place for 300 motoring journalists (yes […]