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The 'base' Karoq can be optioned to luxury levels, though that comes with an upmarket price tag. It's a good thing that deserves to do better.
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7.7
Subaru Crosstrek AWD 2.0S review
The Subaru Crosstrek 2.0S is a solid little SUV, but one that's a smarter buy at the bottom end of the range.
Scott Collie
8
Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review
The Ford Escape is one of the best cars nobody buys in Australia. That dubious distinction also applies to the plug-in hybrid.
William Stopford
8.1
Hyundai Kona review
The new Hyundai Kona is a bigger and better take on the formula laid down by its predecessor – it's also a more expensive one though...
Scott Collie
8.1
Audi Q5 35 TDI review
The Audi Q5 35 TDI might not be as flashy as the variants sitting above it in the range, but it still has something to offer.
Scott Collie
9.2
Aston Martin DB12 review
I wouldn’t be surprised to learn the best of Aston Martin’s F1 chassis and powertrain engineers worked on this car, alongside the very best from the technology and the luxury world
Anthony Crawford
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BMW iX1 xDrive30 review
The all-electric iX1 offers a solid EV experience in a familiar package. It's not perfect, but remains a notable contender against its rivals.
James Wong
8.6
Audi RSQ3 Sportback edition 10 years review
Yes, it’s been a decade since the original Audi RSQ3 performance SUV launched. This special edition marks the milestone nicely.
Matt Campbell
8
Kia Sorento GT-Line V6 FWD review
The V6-powered Kia Sorento offers silky smooth performance, and in GT-Line spec it's got enough luxury features to make a premium Euro sweat.
James Wong
7.9
Subaru Crosstrek AWD 2.0L review
Subaru has changed the name of its smallest SUV, but not the formula that has made it so popular for so long.
Mike Costello
7.8
Mazda CX-30 G20e Evolve M Hybrid review
The CX-30 M Hybrid is a very, very mild-hybrid. But, this G20e Evolve offers solid value relative to the range to go with minor fuel savings.
James Wong
Toyota GR Corolla Morizo Edition review
We take Toyota's ultra-exclusive Corolla track star for some hot laps to see if this $80,000 hyper hatch is collector's gold.
James Wong
7.7
MG ZST review
This budget small SUV isn’t as affordable as it once was, so does the top-spec MG ZST still stack up in light of fresh competition?
Matt Campbell
8.3
Kia EV9 review
The Kia EV9 looks like a concept car, but it's a practical, functional family SUV packing an all-electric punch.
Scott Collie
8.3
Volkswagen Amarok Core TDI405 review
The Volkswagen Amarok Core is an entry-level workhorse that proves a base model ute doesn't need to look, feel, or drive like one.
Jack Quick
7.3
Mitsubishi ASX review
The ASX is a small and affordable SUV that’s big on practicality and has built a name for its reliability – but it’s very, very old now.
Matt Campbell
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Forget the Warrior, this six-door landaulet is the wildest Patrol
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Would you pay $180,000 for a classic Mini with Tesla power?
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Did you know this Mazda came with marsupial-inspired wheels?
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GWM Tank 300 appears unscathed after dramatic tumble
A driver tackling a dirt track in a GWM Tank 300 in China has taken a wrong turn and rolled down a steep hill.
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Chopped Fiat has us going 'dude, where's the other half of your car?'
YouTubers from Italy have effectively cut a Fiat Panda in half to give it the appearance of an extreme lowrider – or a video game glitch.
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Leaked! Audi RSQ8 cops a dirty deluge
This Audi RSQ8 has seen and probably smelt better days after a sewage pipe bursts on its rear glass windscreen.
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Ferrari not Superfast enough to escape wild Texas storm
A bystander has captured footage of a Ferrari 812 Superfast slammed by a billboard during a storm in Texas.
Jade Credentino
This used Tesla Model S is the cheapest way into the electric car market
Electric cars tend to be expensive, even at the entry level. That shouldn't be a problem with this "Tesla Model S".
Scott Collie
Is It Legal?
Which states suspend your licence for speeding, on the spot?
Gone way over the speed limit? Your license is likely going to get suspended or already has depending on where you live.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for children to ride in a taxi without a child seat?
It might go against every fibre of your being, but in some parts of Australia it is legal for you to secure your 12-month-old child in just a seatbelt while they’re riding in a taxi.
Matt Campbell
Do I have to always give way to buses in Australia?
Bus drivers do not have right of way in all situations, but there are specific notated situations that require other road users to give way to buses.
Matt Campbell
It is illegal to upgrade my headlights to LED?
If you drive on the road with LED lighting that hasn’t been ADR approved, you are putting yourself at risk of a fine and/or a defect notice.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to lift your 4WD, Ute in Australia?
While it may be legal to lift or modify your vehicle height, there are strict rules around the measurements and methods used.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal to lower your car in Australia?
There are different laws across the country that govern what you can and can’t do when you’re planning to lower your vehicle.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for L platers to tow a trailer?
There is no Australia-wide rule when it comes to towing when you are a learner driver licence holder.
Matt Campbell
What are the speed limits for P platers?
Getting your P plates is like getting your freedom licence for a lot of Australian young people. However, some major restrictions still apply in some states when it comes to speed limits.
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Can I be fined for driving with L or P plates if I hold a full licence?
Believe it or not, in some jurisdictions across the country, it is an offence to display L or P plates if you’re not an L or P plate driver.
Matt Campbell
What are the speed limits for L platers?
It might seem like a counterintuitive measure, but when learner drivers are learning how to drive, they are not allowed to learn how to drive at the speed limit of major highways and freeways.
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Where can I put my L plates or P plates?
If you do not exhibit your L or P plates correctly you could face a fine and demerit points, and the latter are even more precious when you’re a learner or provisional driver.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to take my seatbelt off to take off a jacket or jumper?
Sometimes you just need to unclip your belt like, when you’re wearing a jumper. So is it illegal to undo your seatbelt while you’re driving?
Matt Campbell
How long do demerit points last in each state in Australia?
How long do you have to wait to get the points back on your licence? Depends where you are and even what you have done to get the points.
Matt Campbell
How much could I be fined for tailgating?
Not only is tailgating dangerous because it limits your stopping potential and increases the risk of an accident, it’s also an illegal with big penalties to pay.
Matt Campbell
Is it illegal to speed up when being overtaken?
It's very annoying, but is it illegal to speed up when someone tries to go past you?
Matt Campbell
Can I throw apple cores and banana peels out of the car window?
Laws across Australia are strict when it comes to littering, with the charge being lead in most jurisdictions by environmental authorities.
Matt Campbell
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After a gruelling week of testing, we have a winner in Australia's most comprehensive 4WD SUV test. Here are the cars that came out on top.
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Time to test how each of our dozen 4WD SUVs handle towing challenges, matched with unladen performance tests as a control.
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