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SPONSOREDThe arrival of the MG U9 dual-cab ute marks a significant moment for MG in the Australian market.With utes firmly embedded in our automotive culture, MG’s decision to enter this fiercely contested segment signals its ambition to broaden beyond compact SUVs and hatchbacks.What the MG U9 offers is more than just utility – it presents a lifestyle-driven alternative, blending practical load-carrying capability with SUV-style comfort, modern tech, and competitive pricing.So, let’s go over the model range to see what you get, and how it lines up against its key rivals.How many variants of the MG U9 are there?MG Motor Australia…

There was a lot to process when BMW took the covers off the 2026 iX3. The second-generation electric SUV is a major departure from its predecessor, as the two EVs have practically nothing in common. From the exterior and interior design to the hardware and software, the “NA5” is essentially a completely new vehicle.One interesting detail BMW highlighted in the press shots was the white steering wheel. You’re probably familiar with it by now. Should you want this daring look, you’ll have to wait a few more months. It’ll be offered as an Individual option on iX3 units built from…

The Lexus LFA was like a shooting star—bright and beautiful, but it burned out quickly. Production lasted just two years, from 2010 to 2012, with a scant 500 units finding homes worldwide. Since then, fans have been begging Lexus to bring back its beloved LFA. Well, today’s the day. This is the new Lexus LFA Concept, the first Lexus to wear an LFA badge since 2012. Unfortunately, it’s not ready for production, as the word “concept” indicates. Even more disappointing is what’s under the hood—or, what’s not under the hood. We’re sad to report that there’s no screaming V-10 with…

Rockhampton’s Scott Jones has owned a few diesels over the years and but has worked on them continuously for most of his adult life. Scott is a diesel fitter who mostly works on large mining vehicles, and this is the story of how a diesel expert chose a different path for his latest dual cab. Scott’s most recent privately owned diesel was a Volkswagen Amarok, which he loved: “It was rugged and reliable but also comfortable and refined,” he said. After Scott bought a large boat, though, he found the Amarok struggled with steep inclines at low speed. This is…

If the limited color palette is keeping you from buying the new BMW iX3, we have good news. We’ve already covered the body paints available at launch, but if none of them are to your liking, more are on the way. We spoke with the vehicle’s product manager, who told us three additional finishes are coming soon.At the iX3’s international media launch in Spain, Mark Berger announced that Fire Red/Vegas Red will be available on vehicles built from March 2026. Starting that same month, Space Silver will gain a Frozen variant with a matte finish. The one we’re most curious…

Earlier this week, Kia fueled rumors of a Stinger revival by publishing teaser images of a new fastback-styled sedan. However, we may have gotten ahead of ourselves because there’s no indication this angular concept is a new Stinger in the making. The Vision Meta Turismo is simply the company’s gift to itself for its 80th anniversary. Technically, it’s the 81st birthday, considering Kyungsung Precision Industry was founded in 1944. The Kia name didn’t appear until 1952, and the first four-wheeled car arrived much later, in 1974. Before that, Kia made only bikes, motorcycles, and trucks. Getting back to the Vision…

BMW won’t speed up its rollout of autonomous driving technologies, even if that means letting the likes of Tesla win the race to market.Six levels of driving automation have been defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), ranging from momentary assistance features such as lane departure warnings (Level 0) to the full automation seen in driverless robotaxis (Level 5). Level 2 is the highest level of automation available to the public in Australia, and most current BMW models are equipped with Level 2 autonomous driving systems that are capable of simultaneous lane keeping and adaptive cruise control under constant…

MINI built its reputation on attitude, not excess — a scrappy, small-car swagger that turned ordinary commutes into tiny adventures. But as the brand grows up and sizes up, a bigger question looms: what does “fun to drive” look like for a MINI in 2025 and beyond? The brand’s “go-kart” dynamics were once a charming balance of usability, packaging, and engagement. But as MINI’s cars have swelled in size, we have to wonder if it isn’t time to change things up a little bit. And we think rear-wheel drive is the perfect way to do it.The MINI “Go Kart:” Gone…

Toyota’s eventful presentation today at the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan featured not just the street-legal GR GT and the reborn Lexus LFA but also a track-only machine. Considering the Lexus RC F GT3 is already a decade old, it’s safe to say the GR GT3 can’t come soon enough. However, despite hosting the world premiere, Gazoo Racing won’t launch the race car until “around 2027,” when its road-going companion is also scheduled to go on sale. Although the two GR GT models are cut from the same cloth, there are some notable differences. For starters, the racing machine does…

For 2026, the Lexus RX has received more standard equipment, tweaked controls, and a new entry-level plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variant, with negligible price increases across the board.The new RX450h+ Luxury is priced at $105,350 before on-road costs, or $18,300 less than the Sports Luxury – previously the only plug-in hybrid RX offered here.It’s $8150 more than the RX350h Luxury AWD, though it includes additional standard equipment including adaptive suspension, leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, and ventilated front seats.Lexus Australia has also confirmed RX vehicles produced from September 2025 feature “improved operation” of the haptic steering wheel controls and…