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Happy Tuesday, and all that...
Welcome to August. Hard to believe the year has gone this fast.
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What's Hot? this week is our review of Volvo's XC60 B6 R-Design, the performance oriented version of the Swedish car maker's mid-sized SUV, and another Yamaha, this time in the form of news of the 2023 Ténéré 700 World Raid.
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On the Latest News front, there's something for everyone, including confirmation Subie's 10th anniversary special edition BRZ is Oz bound, and Bentley's astounding profits in a tough market.
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This week's picture is the 2022 BMW iX xDrive50 electric SUV. The full review is coming soon.
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Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid set to land in early 2023
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Following the huge success of the Ténéré 700, Yamaha is launching a World Raid edition, with the long distance adventure bike designed to offer a whole new horizon to everyone who has the spirit of adventure in their soul. Due to arrive in Australian dealerships in the first quarter of 2023, the Ténéré World Raid will be available in Blue …
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2022 Volvo XC60 B6 R-Design (car review)
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Most buyers wandering the SUV segment are looking for two things, practicality and a competitive price point. We found something better; the 2022 Volvo XC60 B6 R-Design, an SUV that not only does it all, but goes above and beyond. Mildly facelifted for its latest iteration, the range topping B6 R-Design is the benchmark-setter for the midsize SUV market, unless …
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Kavich to make Motorcraft Mustang Cup Australia debut
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Team Thryv | Race For A Cure will bring the unmistakable presence of a Ford Mustang to Sydney Motorsport Park from 18 to 20 September, with Ben Kavich joining GWR Australia in the Motorcraft Mustang Cup Australia series for the final two rounds of 2026. Ben will drive the #11 Dark Horse R in the penultimate round in Sydney, before …
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Aston Martin and Brough Superior reveal AMB 002 Roadster
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Aston Martin and Brough Superior have taken the covers off their first ever street-legal motorcycle, the AMB 002 Roadster. It follows the track-only AMB 001 and AMB 001 Pro superbikes introduced in 2019 and 2022. An all-new machine, it continues Aston Martin and Brough Superior’s radical exploration of motorcycle design and engineering in the form of a lightweight, razor-sharp machine …
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Ford Transit City set to power up commercial solution
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Ford Australia has announced the latest addition to its comprehensive lineup of work-focused vehicles, the all-electric Transit City. It will be offered in a single specification, priced at a neat $50,000 drive away. Designed to compete head-on with new entrants to the market, the van sports 6.4 cubic metres of cargo volume, enough to accommodate three Euro pallets, and a …
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Ford gets proactive to maintain Australian market stronghold
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Few brands have quite the cache in Australia as Ford, with more than 100 years of local history, including mass manufacturing and vehicle development. The Blue Oval knows it can’t rest on its laurels though. That's despite its locally developed Ranger ute remaining the best-selling vehicle in the country. Speaking to media at an event in Melbourne on Monday, at which …
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Ford Bronco Basecamp bound for Australia in 2027
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Ford has confirmed the first electrified Bronco, the Basecamp, will be offered on sale in Australia and New Zealand from the second half of 2027. It's designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts and those who dabble in some light off-roading. The Bronco Basecamp is underpinned by a “super-hybrid” powertrain which Ford believes is what unlocks this vehicle’s suitability for our market. Power …
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