Is Toyota cooking up a new LandCruiser FJ four-wheel-drive? The automotive rumour mill is currently in overdrive with whispers that the iconic nameplate will return soon as a mini 'Cruiser to rival the very popular Suzuki Jimny, or maybe even the larger Jeep Wrangler or GWM Tank 300. Either way, anticipations levels are sky high. So in this Newscas…

Is the Mitsubishi Pajero making a comeback? All signs point to a return for the iconic 4WD wagon, with the Japanese brand even going as far as to tease a new large SUV as part of its line-up of next-generation models. Better yet, Mitsubishi has recently trademarked 'Montero' in the US, where the Pajero was previously known by that name. So, what is…

The 2025 Nissan Patrol Y63 is one of the most anticipated new models that's yet to be revealed. That said, there are plenty of clues as to what the seventh-generation upper-large SUV has in store for buyers and fans alike thanks to the mechanically Infiniti QX80 that made its debut in April 2024. To that end, the big news is what is, or rather isn'…

It's been a long time coming, but the Kia ute is finally nearly here. The 2025 Kia Tasman has already been named and teased in camouflage, but we're yet to officially find out all of the key details, including its engine options, pricing, release date, tech and safety, among others. That said, in this Newscast video, CarsGuide Managing Editor Tim N…

The 2024 Ram Dakota is coming to rattle the Ford Ranger and hammer the Toyota HiLux, the two best-selling mid-size pick-ups in Australia. That's right, the American brand best known for the larger-than-life Ram 1500 ute, is cooking up an all-new model that it hopes will dominate the sales charts. But just what does the new Dakota have up its prover…

The eagerly anticipated 2024 Toyota LandCruiser Prado large SUV is nearly upon us. Hot on the wheels of the all-new LC300 4WD, the related next-generation 4x4 is shaping up as another huge success for the leading Japanese brand. So, in this video, CarsGuide assembles Managing Editor Tim Nicholson, Deputy Editor James Cleary and Contributing Journal…

There's no denying Australians are in a seemingly never-ending love affair with the ute - just a glance at the top-10 best-selling models here and you will see no less than four different pick-ups. In 2022 we saw the launch of the new-generation Ford Ranger, while the Toyota HiLux was also updated, but that doesn't mean there aren't more exciting u…

It's been five years since the last Australian-made Commodore rolled off the production line. It wasn't just the last Aussie-made Holden however, it was the last Australian made car. Join Stephen Ottley, Thomas White and Richard Berry as they discuss what happened on that final day and what it meant for the future of cars in Australia. They'll also…

Aussie new car buyers can’t get enough of SUVs, and local showrooms will be full of fresh offerings across the coming year. City-sized, family-friendly, or off-road capable, there’s a lot of interesting shiny metal headed our way. Join Mal, Tom, and JC as they look at eight significant 2023 SUV arrivals. Headline news on the latest from Europe, Jap…

Think you know who owns the company that built your car? And you have no doubts where it was produced, right? Well, it might be time to think again because the worldwide web of car brand ownership and vehicle manufacturing has become even more tangled in recent years. Join Chesto, Matt, and JC as they uncover some surprising facts about who owns wh…

The combustion to electric vehicle tipping point is getting closer and 2023 is a pivotal year for the Australian new car market, with a slew of new zero emissions models due here in the next 12 months. Join Dave Morley, Tung, and JC as they discuss the significance of what appears to be an automotive moment in time. We reckon EVs will not only be m…

Yes, it’s that time when the new year product pipeline starts to open up and details of what’s heading our way in the next 12 months become clearer. Join Crafty, Tom, and JC as they look at the most significant pieces of fresh metal scheduled to arrive in Australia sooner rather than later. Forget the chip shortage for a moment, there’s still a bun…

As the electric vehicle asteroid hurtles towards the internal combustion engine and global automotive players push even more enthusiastically towards an EV future, is now the time to pull the trigger on a Megane RS, Golf GTI or the upcoming Civic Type R? Join Richard Berry, Steve Ottley (direct from Detroit) and JC as they investigate what’s lookin…

The RAM 1500 has been a big sales success in Australia, as has the Chevy Silverado, with the Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra to join them soon. But are these US super-utes just too big to operate safely here? Try parking one at Woolies! The already substantial HiLux is just under 5.3m long, a bit over 1.8m wide, and around 1.8m tall. But the Tundra cr…

We're currently swamped with so much electric car news, but in the next 12 months these old school, front-engine, rear-drive, manual-available, combustion engine cars will be fighting for best-selling sports model in the Aussie market. In this episode, the podcast panel looks at the impact of the new Nissan Z, next-gen Ford Mustang, still fresh Sub…

New hybrid and 100 per cent EV models are arriving in the Aussie market by the bucket load. Great for city-dwellers, but if you're a rural driver you might be feeling as if this brave new world is passing you by. Could the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle offer the best of both worlds, with enough battery power to allow meaningful zero-emissions dri…

Aussie-developed Triton-based super ute incoming! Mitsubishi’s legendary world rally and off-road division is reborn as the Ralliart performance and racing brand reignites with a tough, locally-produced Triton-based performance package that will surely take the fight up to Ford’s Ranger Raptor, Nissan’s Navara Warrior and Toyota’s soon-to-arrive Hi…

Mitsubishi, where are your EVs? Every couple of years over the last decade Mitsubishi has pulled the wraps off an EV concept but we’ve seen donut in terms of production models since the tiny, short-lived i-MiEV in 2011. What’s up with that? This week the CarsGuide Podcarst panel (Editor Mal Flynn, Senior Journalist Richard Berry, and Deputy Editor …

Is Ford failing in Australia? The brand easily and successfully sells the Ranger pickup and Everest 4x4 SUV, but its other models are being overlooked. The Ranger ute is by far Ford’s top-selling model and it is Australia’s second favourite model behind HiLux, for sales. The Everest SUV is also a sales winner. So why can’t Ford seem to sell any oth…

We tell you our top 7 picks in the world of hybrid SUV models - is your next car on the list? Hybrid SUVs are what’s hot right now! Game-changing fuel efficiency with snappy performance and long-haul practicality. If you’re thinking about a family-friendly hybrid, you’ve come to the right place. In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, Tom White, …

They're the revolutionary vehicles no one knew they needed, or wanted, until they arrived. Game-changing cars, commercials, SUVs and 4x4s that altered the course of history! In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, Dave Morley, Marcus Craft, and James Cleary discuss their picks of dramatically different icebreakers that raised eyebrows and dropped…

We are just over halfway through 2022 and we have seen some seriously impressive models already launched. Despite the supply dramas impacting most carmakers, there is still plenty of new metal that’s scheduled to go on sale in the second half of the year. In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, Tim Nicholson, Tung Nguyen and Byron Mathioudakis de…

It’s an Aussie family and off-road favourite, but getting your hands on a new Toyota LandCruiser 70 or 300 Series has never been harder, with wait times blowing out to years not months. Toyota’s stopped taking orders in Japan, so should you wait or buy a Patrol instead? In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, James Cleary, Matt Campbell, and Andr…

What if General Motors had sold Holden in 2020 rather than axing it? In a package deal, with Opel and Vauxhall, to PSA. Then, in the PSA/FCA merger, it would have become a Stellantis brand. In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, James Cleary, Mal Flynn, and Steve Ottley discuss the Commodore that could have been. The scenarios are almost endless…

MG, GWM Haval, and LDV are already making their mark on the Aussie new vehicle market. But they’re the tip of an enormous Chinese automotive industry iceberg, with dozens of makes and models available in the domestic market that we never see. In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, James Cleary, Tung Nguyen, and Andrew Chesterton look at the so f…

Australia is slow on the uptake when it comes to EVs. Only now are we seeing more than a handful of brands selling their electric cars locally, and while that will change over time, there are more plug-in models than ever that Aussie buyers are being denied access to.In this episode of the CarsGuide podcast, James Cleary, Tim Nicholson, and Tom Whi…

In this episode, James Cleary, Byron Mathioudakis and Marcus Craft talk all things motoring, including: The best of the best! The cream of the automotive crop! From the thousands of cars we’ve driven, which stand out the most? The fresh metal we've been driving this week: Nissan Patrol Ti, Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV, and Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI You…

In this episode, James Cleary, Matt Campbell and Richard Berry talk all things motoring, including: We put out a call to find out what road rules you think are maybe a little out of date. The guys discuss what they and the commenters think needs to change. The fresh metal we've been driving this week: the Hyundai i30 N sedan, the new Subaru WRX wag…

In this episode, James Cleary, Malcolm Flynn and Dave Morley talk all things motoring, including: The best 4WD adventures. So many SUV sales are influened by the thought that one day you'll take it out off the beaten track. But what are some of the best tracks? And how hardcore does your 4WD need to be to conquer them? This week the guys talk about…

In this episode, James Cleary, Stephen Ottley and Stephen Corby talk all things motoring, including: The 10 most overrated car features. As car tech improves there are many features improving quality of life for drivers. These are arguably not those features. The guys discuss tech added to new cars that isn't all it's hyped up to be, including: sel…

In this episode, James Cleary, Byron Mathioudakis and Andrew Chesterton talk all things motoring, including: The 10 worst cars of all time. The guys nominate their most despised cars, including: The Aurora Safety Car, Hummers H2 and H3, Lada Samara, Mitsubishi Mirage, Nissan Almera, Peugeot 1007, SsangYong Stavic, Chrysler PT Cruiser, Dodge Nitro, …

In this episode, James Cleary, Tung Nguyen and Tom White talk all things motoring, including: 10 Japanese domestic market (JDM) cars we'd love to see on Australian roads. Including: the Nissan Note (Nismo), Toyota Alphard, Honda S660, Toyota Raise, Suzuki Hustler. Nissan Skyline, Toyota Voxy/Noah, Mazda Bongo, Honda N-One, and Toyota Copen GR Sport…

In this episode, James Cleary, Malcolm Flynn and Tim Nicholson talk all things motoring, including: 10 of the most underrated SUVs. We nominate SUVs that deserve way more attention from car buyers than they're getting. Including: Citroen C4, Ford Escape, Mazda CX-8 Sport, Mercedes-Benz GLB, Mini Countryman, Skoda Kodiaq, SsangYong Korando, Suzuki I…

In this episode, James Cleary, Matt Campbell and Marcus Craft talk all things motoring, including: When buying a ute to take camping, adventuring, and off-roading in general, the question of manufacturer or aftermarket accessories and gear is an important one to look into. The guys go through the options available and try to work out what's better,…

In this episode, James Cleary, Tung Nguyen and Tim Nicholson talk all things motoring, including: Australians love their big cars, but there's also high demand for smaller, more economical SUVs (especially with petrol prices the way they are right now!). There are some amazing models we don't see here, that we really should. The guys discuss some o…

In this episode, James Cleary, Andrew Chesterton and Byron Mathioudakis talk all things motoring, including: Sometimes a car just doesn't capture the public's attention the way its makers intended, and we discuss the biggest automotive failures ever to hit the Australian car market, including: the Holden ZB Commodore, Mercedes-Benz X-Class, Honda C…

In this episode, James Cleary, Malcolm Flynn and Stephen Corby talk all things motoring, including: With recent rises in fuel prices it seems Australians are considering moving to an EV or hybrid, but is now really the right time? The guys discuss the pros and cons of shifting from ICE to something electric. The fresh metal we've been driving this …

In this episode, James Cleary, Matt Campbell and Stephen Ottley talk all things motoring, including: The car stuff that drives us nuts! All cars have their quirks, but some are more annoying than others. The fresh metal we've been driving this week: the Genesis GV70 Shooting Brake, Toyota RAV4, and Ford Everest Sport. You can get in touch with us o…

In this episode, James Cleary, Marcus Craft and Tom White talk all things motoring, including: The worst cars too many people buy. Our selection of cars that maybe shouldn't be as popular as they are. Including, the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series, Mitsubishi ASX, Mazda MX-30, Suzuki Jimny, Nissan Patrol, and Porsche Macan. The fresh metal we've been …

In this episode, James Cleary, Malcolm Flynn and David Morley talk about all things motoring, including: The best cars nobody buys. The guys run through the worthy cars that for various reasons remain unloved in the Aussie new car market. Including, the Ford Fiesta ST, Citroen C4 (in fact all of Citroen and Peugeotl!), Jeep Gladiator, Jaguar F-Type…

In this episode, James Cleary, Matt Campbell and Tung Nguyen talk about all things motoring, including: The best new utes coming to Australia this year. Utes are an incredibly popular segment in Australia and this year we look set to have some very exciting prospects hitting our roads, including: The new Ford Ranger and Ranger Raptor, Mazda BT-50, …

In this episode, James Cleary, Justin Hilliard and Stephen Ottley talk about all things motoring, including: The best new hybrids coming to Australia this year. Hybrid cars have come a long way, the guys discuss the models coming to Aussie roads in 2022, including: the Cupra Leon and Formentor PHEV, Ford Escape PHEV, Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, Jeep G…

In this episode, James Cleary, Andrew Chesterton and Stephen Corby gather in cyberspace to talk about all things motoring, including: The best new SUVs coming to Australia this year. They're the most popular vehicle type on Australian roads and there are some exciting options set to touch down in 2022, including: the Cupra Formentor and Ateca, Hond…

In this episode, James Cleary, Tim Nicholson and Byron Mathioudakis gather in cyberspace to talk about all things motoring, including: The best new cars coming to Australia this year. It might seem like SUVs have taken over Australian roads, but hatchbacks and sedans are still powering on - and there are some exciting new options touching down this…

In this episode, James Cleary, Richard Berry and Tom White gather in cyberspace to talk about all things motoring, including: The shocking amount of new electric vehicles set to hit Australian roads in 2022. The guys go through the models they're most excited to steer. The fresh metal we've been driving this week: the Volkswagen Caddy Crewvan Maxi,…

In this episode, James Cleary, Matt Campbell and Marcus Craft gather in cyberspace to talk about all things motoring, including: The wave of 4x4s coming this year, what our picks are for the most exciting off roaders of 2022. The fresh metal we've been driving this week: the Toyota Kluger GX Hybrid AWD, Land Rover Discovery D300 S, and the Kia Spor…

James Cleary, Justin Hilliard and Richard Berry are gathered around the digital Christmas table and ready to argue. Each week over the Christmas break we're releasing the CarsGuide Holiday Cage Fights, a no-holds-barred contest arguing some of the most controversial topics in the automotive world. This week - There are a lot of ugly cars in the wor…

James Cleary, Justin Hilliard and Richard Berry are gathered around the digital Christmas table and ready to argue. Each week over the Christmas break we're releasing the CarsGuide Holiday Cage Fights, a no-holds-barred contest arguing some of the most controversial topics in the automotive world. This week - Supercars, are they sensational or stup…

James Cleary, Justin Hilliard and Richard Berry are gathered around the digital Christmas table and ready to argue. Each week over the Christmas break we're releasing the CarsGuide Holiday Cage Fights, a no-holds-barred contest arguing some of the most controversial topics in the automotive world. This week - Active crash avoidance tech. Is it maki…

James Cleary, Justin Hilliard and Richard Berry are gathered around the digital Christmas table and ready to argue. Each week over the Christmas break we're releasing the CarsGuide Holiday Cage Fights, a no-holds-barred contest arguing some of the most controversial topics in the automotive world. This week - EV swaps - are they clever or criminal?…