Popular cars with rear issue

Popular cars with rear issue

6 Dec 2007 by Ashlee Pleffer

The NRMA Insurance reversing visibility index shows 12 vehicles, including the Toyota Corolla and Holden Commodore, fail to receive any stars in testing.The test, established because of the deaths of ...Read more
Schoolie drivers warned

Schoolie drivers warned

21 Nov 2007 by Mark Hinchliffe

Research reveals the shocking fact that more than six out of 10 young people admit to riding in overcrowded cars.One in seven even admitted they had ridden in a car boot.The NRMA Insurance survey, ...Read more
Chrysler wields the axe

Chrysler wields the axe

13 Nov 2007 by Mark Hinchliffe

Chrysler will axe four models next year in a global cost-cutting plan.The vehicles to go include the Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible, Chrysler Crossfire sportscar, Chrysler Pacifica SUV and the Dodge ...Read more
Thai-totallers

Thai-totallers

10 Nov 2007 by Paul Pottinger

This year has seen the market share of Commodore, Falcon and the Mitsubishi 380 fall to 19 per cent of new passenger vehicles, with only Toyota's Camry more or less immune.And while it was the ...Read more
Subaru shortage

Subaru shortage

14 Sep 2007 by Paul Gover

A late call on a new Impreza sedan could have cost Subaru Australia another showroom record this year.The new Impreza hatch has just landed, with more models on the way, but short supplies from Japan ...Read more
Glimpse into Frankfurt Motor Show

Glimpse into Frankfurt Motor Show

30 Aug 2007 by Mark Hinchliffe

The world's biggest motor show is weeks away, yet the car companies are already scrambling over each other to release clues about their exhibits.Among the highlights of the 62nd Frankfurt ...Read more
Hyundai and Toyota follow Ford

Hyundai and Toyota follow Ford

21 Aug 2007 by Stuart Scott

They are like ballet dancers, Toyota and Hyundai, so perfectly in step, dancing to the same tune. One puts a bigger V6 engine in its mid-range SUV, with optional seven-seat capacity, plus two-wheel- ...Read more
SsangYong drops price

SsangYong drops price

11 Aug 2007 by Neil McDonald

SsangYong has slashed up to $3000 off the price of most of the cars in its range. On the back of the strong Australian dollar, which is making imports cheaper, the South Korean carmaker has passed on ...Read more
Volkswagen's ugly duckling

Volkswagen's ugly duckling

17 Jul 2007 by CarsGuide team

When we think of Volkswagen history two vehicles come to mind: the enduring Beetle and of course the ubiquitous Kombi.At the recent Klubfest held at Parklands on the the Gold Coast, it was ...Read more
Locals fade in crash testing

Locals fade in crash testing

16 Jun 2007 by Ashlee Pleffer

In the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) results this week, the Toyota Aurion, Toyota Camry and Holden Commodore all received a four-star safety rating, adding to the previously tested ...Read more
From misers to monsters

From misers to monsters

7 Jun 2007 by CarsGuide team

The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria has just completed its annual cost of ownership survey of a range of current models.The survey looks at total running cost and is based on vehicles travelling 15 ...Read more
Hidden costs hitting motorists' pockets

Hidden costs hitting motorists' pockets

31 May 2007 by CarsGuide team

Unleaded petrol costs have risen 5.6 per cent since this time last year, but hidden costs are the main culprits responsible for pumping up motoring budgets, the survey found.The RACV 2007 Vehicle ...Read more
Four Wheel Drives myths and facts

Four Wheel Drives myths and facts

16 May 2007 by CarsGuide team

Tired of justifying your choice of car to every sniping sedan driver?Help is at hand. The Australian Four Wheel Drive Council has put out a list of facts about 4x4s which explodes some of the most ...Read more
Importers to wait for Citroen's 4WD C-Crosser

Importers to wait for Citroen's 4WD C-Crosser

15 May 2007 by Gordon Lomas

Those hanging out to buy Citroen's small four-wheel-drive, the C-Crosser, have a long wait on their hands.Citroen's Australian distributor, Sydney-based Ateco, has ruled out the C-Crosser coming here ...Read more
Keeping us on track

Keeping us on track

28 Feb 2007 by Mark Hinchliffe

However, all complaints except one about a Hyundai TV ad about two children in nappies driving a Santa Fe sports utility vehicle have been dismissed by the Advertising Standards Bureau.The ASB last ...Read more
Paris Motor Show preview

Paris Motor Show preview

23 Sep 2006 by CarsGuide team

Outrageous styling, Euro flair and retro features have taken a grip on this year's Paris motor show, which starts next week. Many of the world's leading carmakers will unveil futuristic concept cars ...Read more
Hummer 11m and 4500kg

Hummer 11m and 4500kg

9 Sep 2006 by James Stanford

Nothing stands out more than a Hummer — except a Hummer that has been stretched to measure 11m from nose to tail.The four-wheel-drive mud-plugger has been transformed into a luxurious party truck ...Read more
Fuel prices shape Motor Show

Fuel prices shape Motor Show

17 Aug 2006 by CarsGuide team

Volvo, Peugeot and Citroën have all announced that their hottest new models will make their local debuts at the show on 26 October.Volvo's long-awaited C30 hatchback will take the brand into the ...Read more
Caddy can really play

Caddy can really play

29 Jul 2006 by Graham Smith

A DIESEL engine and automatic transmission mean the VW Caddy is a standout in the small-van class.It's the only small van to offer a diesel engine, and only one of two to offer a self-shifting ...Read more
In your space

In your space

25 Jun 2006 by Anne Denny

That confession has killed forever any vague claim to being "in". People movers aren't supposed to be a must-have item for yummy mummies yearning for slimmed-down shapes and sex appeal.But when you' ...Read more