Jumat, 29 November 2019

2020 Kia Telluride review

We are living in the age of the SUV, but many manufacturers don't seem particularly keen to emphasise the 'off-roadness' of the models they are cramming into this overstuffed part of the market. The segment is full of wishy-washy crossovers, 'lifestylish' cars – many of which seem to have been designed to look like ramped hatches and station wagons.

2022 Fisker Ocean lease prices revealed

Reservations have opened for the new Fisker Ocean electric SUV. Touted as “the world’s most sustainable vehicle”, the Ocean will set lessees back US$379 per month (A$560) regardless of where they live. You can reserve an Ocean now through the Fisker app for a refundable US$250 (A$369) reservation fee. Customers will then pay US$2,999 (A$4,431) before delivery.

Jaguar E-Type Zero development “paused”

E-Type meets I-Pace? You wish. According to Electrek, Jaguar is halting its plans to convert E-Types to electric propulsion to create the E-Type Zero. Electrek obtained a copy of the letter Jaguar Land Rover Classic sent customers who expressed interest in the electrified E.

2021 Audi A3 sedan spied without camouflage

The next-generation Audi A3 and S3 sedans have been photographed, with the front of the regular three-box model seen completely undisguised for the first time. With the sheets pulled back, we can see the design of the new A3's front fascia, which includes a broader single-frame grille. In order to give the new sedan a bit more dynamism, the bulge from the front wheel arch now extends into the front door panels.

Kamis, 28 November 2019

Car News Daily podcast: Your daily download

Plenty has happened in the world of car news over the last 24 hours. If you haven't had time to read all the news on CarAdvice.com, catch up on your way home with Car News Daily, as Mandy Turner reads each news story word-for-word. Today's download: LISTEN: Car News Daily podcastLISTEN: Automotive Industry Insights podcastLISTEN: Reverse Gear podcastMORE: All CarAdvice podcasts

2020 Volkswagen Touareg 190TDI review

The new 190TDI drops the entry point into the Volkswagen Touareg by $10K. Does its cost-savvy nature cut corners on its premium SUV aspirations? Curt Durpiez finds out.

Queensland: $1000 fines for in-car phone use, phone-monitoring cameras coming

Being caught using a mobile phone while driving in Queensland is about to get a lot more expensive. The Queensland Government has announced any driver caught using a mobile phone behind the wheel will be fined $1000 and four demerit points. For drivers caught twice within 12 months, double demerit points apply and they may now lose their licence. Queensland will also trial cameras recently introduced in New South Wales to detect mobile phone usage.