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Driven. 2026 Nissan Navara ST-X
Nissan's Navara range has a long heritage providing Australia with a solid option for work or place. This 2026 ST-X variant shares much of its design with Mitsubishis Triton, a vehicle i reviewed a couple of years ago. So i did exactly the same test as i did in that vehicle to see which one is better
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Driven. 2026 Ford F-150 Platinum
Ford F-150 is relatively new to Australian shores in its current guise. It provides size, comfort, amenity and towing capabability that surpasses many in the market. But its not without it's naysayers, who call for a ban of vehicle of this size. I set out to prove that the F-150 is no less safe than any other vehicle, anywhere in Australia
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Driven: 2026 Honda CR-V e:HEV RS
Anchoring an advertising creative on an LP Player on the roof of a car is gutsy stuff. The truth is that early in my time with the CRV e:HEV RS, I felt pretty uninspired. I’m not sure why I carried any expectation into the loan period though, because it’s not designed to be anything other than a conveyance.
Ultimately the more time I spent behind the wheel, the more the engineering prowess and level of thought put into its design shone through.
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Driven. 2026 Toyota Hilux SR 48V Dual Cab Chassis
The 2026 Toyota Hilux SR 48V presents a rugged, reliable and simple vehicle that could make the perfect candidate for a touring build. With all the basics covered well, without any unnecessary electrics, its possesses the right ingredients for the job
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Forgotten Legends: Suzuki Swift GTi: The Little Japanese Hot Hatch That Became a Legend
There was a time when you didn't need a 300kW all-wheel drive with a turbocharger the size of a small family pet to have a genuinely exciting performance car. The late 80’s and early 90’s were the peak for hot hatches in my humble opinion. Whilst there were models such as the Twin Cam Corolla and Laser TX-3, it was the humble Suzuki Swift GTi that really took things to the next level.
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Driven. 2026 Genesis GV70 Advanced 2.5T
As I reflected on a week in the Genesis GV70 Advanced 2.5T, I came to the realisation that this model was really the one I wanted to drive most in their SUV range. In a lot of ways, it represented the brand in my mind. he reason is unclear, but I suspect it was purely visual. There is a cohesiveness in the exterior design that really struck me from the moment I saw one.
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Driven. 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy Hybrid
Hyundai’s Santa Fe has been a hit amongst the motoring media over the years. It’s no surprise then, that it’s been just as popular amongst buyers looking for a mid-to-large SUV for the family.
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Driven. Hyundai i20N
The Hyundai i20N is the smallest variant in the ICE N-Performance range. It was the only one i hadn't tried, and it surely didnt dissapoint. With sharp looks, a tight chassis and great driving dynamics, it was the perfect companion for a mountain blast.
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First Drive: 2026 Toyota Hilux BEV
Toyota has entered the electric vehicle foray with the vehicle i expected the least, their venerable Hilux.
Check out my thoughts from the launch drive
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Launch Drive: Landcruiser LC300 Sahara ZX Performance Hybrid
When Toyota make changes to their venerable Landcruiser models, everyone sits up and takes notice. As an occasional four-wheel-driver, this model piqued my interest most amongst the 4 vehicles showcased at the brands’ Multi Pathways event.
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