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    Articles by Justin Hilliard

    Justin Hilliard

    Justin Hilliard

    Head of Editorial

    Justin’s dad chose to miss his birth because he wanted to watch Peter Brock hopefully win Bathurst, so it figures Justin grew up to have a car obsession, too – and don’t worry, his dad did turn up in time after some stern words from his mum.

    That said, despite loving cars and writing, Justin chose to pursue career paths that didn’t lend themselves to automotive journalism, before eventually ending up working as a computer technician. But that car itch just couldn’t be scratched by his chipped Volkswagen Golf R (Mk7), so he finally decided to give into the inevitable and study a Master of Journalism at the same time.

    And even with the long odds, Justin was lucky enough to land a full-time job as a motoring journalist soon after graduating and the rest, as they say, is history. These days, Justin happily finds himself working at CarsGuide during the biggest period of change yet for the automotive industry, which is perhaps the most exciting part of all.

    In case you’re wondering, Justin begrudgingly sold the Golf R (sans chip) and still has plans to buy his dream car, an E46 BMW M3 coupe (manual, of course), but he is in desperate need of a second car space – or maybe a third.

    New hydrogen car hits the beat! 2022 Hyundai Nexo SUV joins Queensland Police fleet as zero-emissions FCEV alternative to Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Camry

    14 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Honda Civic 2022 review

    14 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard
    Think of a "small car" and some iconic nameplates probably come to mind,...Read more

    2023 Tesla Cybertruck spied in production-ready form! Big changes made to new polarising electric ute set to satisfy safety regulations ahead of launch

    13 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    The Tesla Cybertruck left a lot of people scratching their heads after...Read more

    2023 Mini Cooper accidentally exposed inside and out! Surprise new rear-end look for iconic three-door city car and Audi A1 rival

    13 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Mini’s fourth-generation Hatch – or Cooper – has had an early reveal...Read more

    Subaru BRZ 2022 sold out! New Toyota 86 twin off to a hot start in Australia as buyers flock to relatively affordable Japanese performance

    13 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Subaru Australia has announced that the second-generation BRZ sports...Read more

    Smashed it: 2022 Genesis GV70, BMW iX and Volkswagen Caddy Maxi score maximum safety rating

    10 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Three new models that recently reached the Australian market have been...Read more

    2022 SsangYong Musso to power up! More potent diesel engine coming to Korea's Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Triton rival: report

    9 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    SsangYong’s recently facelifted Musso yet will get an overdue engine...Read more

    2022 Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2 on notice! BMW i3 EV quickly returns - as new electric 3 Series sedan with rear-wheel drive and plenty of power

    9 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Well, that didn’t take long – the all-electric BMW i3 is back for a...Read more

    The most impressive plug-in hybrid electric car yet? 2022 Haval H6 PHEV smashes Volkswagen Tiguan R on power and MG HS +EV on driving range

    8 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Haval has unveiled a third powertrain option for the recently launched...Read more

    Watch out, 2023 Toyota LandCruiser Prado! Great Wall's new Tank 500 Hybrid brings petrol-electric power and low emissions to big off-roader fight

    8 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Great Wall (GWM) has revealed the all-new Tank 500 large SUV’s second...Read more

    2022 Hyundai Tucson XRT toughens up to bring rugged fight to new Toyota RAV4 Edge, Mazda CX-5 Touring and Subaru Forester Wilderness

    7 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Hyundai has revealed the Tucson mid-size SUV’s latest grade, with the...Read more

    2022 Mazda 2 Hybrid revealed with a big twist: New Toyota Yaris Hybrid rival proves imitation is the sincerest form of flattery - obviously

    7 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Mazda has finally revealed the new Mazda2 Hybrid, but the ‘self-...Read more

    Is this Honda Australia's hopeful third SUV? New crossover to split difference between HR-V and CR-V, rival Toyota Corolla Cross, Subaru XV and Haval Jolion: report

    6 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Honda Australia says 90 per cent of its projected 20,000 annual sales...Read more

    2023 Lexus RZ coming for BMW iX and Audi e-tron: New electric SUV teased ahead of reveal next year - but will it have 400kW and 600km of range?

    3 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Lexus has given us a glimpse of its next all-new model, the all-...Read more

    2022 Hyundai i30 N sedan brings new body-style option for N buyers: Price and features confirmed for Subaru WRX and Skoda Octavia RS rival

    1 December 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Hyundai Australia has released the all-new i30 Sedan N, with the...Read more

    2022 Genesis G70 Shooting Brake wagon forgoes V6 power: Price and features confirmed for new BMW 3 Series Touring, Audi A4 Avant and Volvo V60 rival

    30 November 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Genesis Australia has added a second body-style to the first-generation...Read more

    SsangYong Rexton 2022 review

    30 November 2021 by Justin Hilliard
    With most Australian families unable to holiday overseas for obvious...Read more

    Honda Odyssey axed, Accord staying and new crossover joining HR-V and CR-V as Honda Australia doubles down on SUV focus following 2022 Civic launch

    29 November 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Honda Australia has “an onslaught on new product” due over the next 18...Read more

    2022 Honda Civic goes premium: Surprising $47,000 starting price confirmed alongside new specs for Mazda 3, Volkswagen Golf and Skoda Scala rival

    29 November 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Honda Australia has confirmed the Civic small hatchback is moving...Read more

    The best 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series yet? New Lexus LX to take LC300 to next level in Australia with four-seat option and F Sport grade

    28 November 2021 by Justin Hilliard

    Lexus Australia has confirmed key details – including a new seating...Read more

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