In Brief: 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Phev Performance: 2.4-Litre petrol engine 94kW @ 4,500rpm and 199Nm at 4,500rpm (was 2.0L 87kW/186Nm) Maximum power output, front motor 60kW, rear motor 70kW Maximum torque front 137Nm, rear 195Nm Increased maximum generator output 80kW Increased drive battery capacity 13.8kWh from 12kWh. Potential electric driving range up to 54km (approx. 7 hours charge time [...]
Mazda Shows off It’s Brand New CX-30 and updated Mazda 2 What Is CX-30? CX-30 is the soon to be launched small to medium SUV. There 4 grades: Pure, Evolve, Touring and Astina. There are several drivetrains, front or AWD, with a 6-speed automatic, and a choice of 2 engines. Sadly, there is no 2.5L turbo, Mazda’s premium power [...]
10 Best Christmas Gifts for 2019/2020 If you’ve been banging your head against the wall trying to think of great gift ideas, bang no more, GayCarBoys are here. As you pack the car to head off on your annual road trip, you’ll be wanting to keep your tech with you, right? Have you got kids in the back seat? [...]
KIA has made a couple of minor nip-and-tucks for the 2020 model year. Luckily for us, they haven’t stuffed around with it too much. In fact they’re so subtle as to be almost undetectable, and for a change that is a good thing. Inside, the seats hug you when you switch to SPORT mode. The [...]
The largest and most luxurious Mercedes-Benz SUV is now more spacious and well-appointed than ever with the local arrival of the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLS. Expanded dimensions, new technology and added comfort and safety features make the flagship Mercedes-Benz SUV even more compelling. The family-friendly seven-seater also looks the part, with exterior styling updates inspired by the popular and distinctive [...]
Toyota Hilux scored the top position by a long shot. It sold around 500 units more than the number 2 spot last month. 3,516 sales are down 20.1% on this time last year. Hilux is Toyota's biggest selling car, followed by RAV4 at 2,132 and Corolla with 2,117 sales. Ford Ranger has a way to go to catch up. [...]
Citroën has launched its electric vehicle offensive revealing its technological flagship, New C5 Aircross SUV Hybrid, the ë-Comfort class Silent Urban Vehicle. Currently being studied for Australian introduction, the C5 Aircross Hybrid leverages the standard C5 Aircross’ outstanding comfort, with its suspension with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions, its Advanced Comfort seats and comprehensive driver assistance systems, [...]
When things are bad, the first spending to suffer is discretionary purchases. Owners hold on to their vehicles longer, or simply put off their first buy Younger Australians do without a car altogether. Older Australians are being squeezed by low interest rates, and there is no sign of improvement. The industry body chief, FCAI’s Tony Weber, says “While the [...]
Is Nissan Navara N-TREK a sexy pick-up truck? You bet it is. Based off the range-topping Nissan Navara Dual Cab 4X4 ST-X, N Trek is intended to be something a bit different for those with a bit of spare cash. Last year, SL-based “Silverline” and ST “Black Edition” – both quickly sold out. This permanent ST-X alternative is also [...]
Electric motorcycles to feature at Inaugural Australian Motorcycle Festival New to the market electric motorcycles will be a popular feature of the inaugural Australian Motorcycle Festival presented by Shannons Insurance at Wollongong’s Lang Park on November 9-10. The ever-growing electric market has seen a surge in big-name brands entering the arena, including Harley-Davidson [...]
