David McCowen

A manufacturer with strong ties to the local market has pulled out of Australia, joining Holden in being consigned to automotive history.Chrysler will stop selling cars in Australia this year, bringing an end to the era of affordable…

The last examples of Nissan’s Ferrari fighter have rocketed in value at a pace that makes Bitcoin look like a sound financial investment.Owners of the last Nissan GT-R models to be sold in Australia are asking seven-figure prices for…

Hyundai’s latest pocket rocket has some innovative technology that will make it more fun to drive both on the road and on the track.Technology originally introduced to make cars safer and more convenient has taken a detour in new models.…

Concerns have been raised about the long-term effects of the switch to electric vehicles. An international study led by Australians will provide answers.An Australian-led study of electric vehicle use will examine the impact of…

Compact SUVs are all the rage and this new addition adds a point of difference that is sure to entice buyers, but there is a catch.Sales of small SUVs are booming, and this European version gives buyers a premium option.Here are five things…

Slick looking new electric car has arrived Down Under with plenty of hi-tech features and top-shelf performance to take the fight to Tesla.When Volvo’s Polestar offshoot originally arrived in Australia it was pitched as an alternative to…

The latest dual-cab ute to land Down Under is sure to excite tradies with its sharp price and tough guy looks.There was a time when utes were no-frills workhorses that tradies could hose out at the end of a long day. These days they are…

Betting that more than half of its sales will come from a new type of vehicle, the manufacturer commits further with an attractive fresh option.Volkswagen’s family of electric cars continues to grow, with a coupe-like SUV set to hit…

Built to take on the likes of Porsche’s 911 Turbo, this opulent machine combines performance and luxury like few other cars.The new Mercedes-AMG SL convertible might not be the last Benz to be sold with a V8.But there’s every chance it…

Police throw the book at Sydney motorcyclist with a high-speed habit and a history of video recording his shenanigans.A learner motorcycle rider faces more than $77,000 in speeding fines after police combed through helmet footage from his…