Over the last many years, I’ve represented customers in actions against Ford Motor Company of Australia. Faulty transmissions in their Ford Fiesta and Ford Focus models have caused unforgivable angst for owners. And the attitude of Ford in Australia towards these claims has been deplorable And as someone who worked
When they dropped the mid-screen rear spoiler from the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, they took away some of the objections potential buyers had. That was one of my first issues when the Eclipse Cross launched in Australia a number of years ago. More of a Sportback style, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross slotted
If you’ve been driving around in a small car (think Hyundai i30) or even a medium SUV ( Hyundai Tucson) then jumping into a Hyundai Staria will be a big shock At least that’s been my experience in the week with the new Hyundai people-mover. Hyundai loaned me a new
What does Hyundai say? Our largest and most spacious SUV ever: The PALISADE 8. Introducing the all-new Hyundai Palisade: the ultimate getaway vehicle for growing families. With its bold design, innovative safety features and spacious interior available with both 7 and 8 seats, Palisade is made for those who dare to
What does Mitsubishi say? A New Generation of SUV You don’t need to change your life to drive an Outlander PHEV, but it will change your life. Outlander PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) combines quiet, dynamic performance, exceptional economy and low emissions for a superior driving experience. With AWD stability
Genesis X Concept unveiled Genesis X Concept makes global debut in Los Angeles. New model presents Genesis’ sustainable luxury in the form of an EV-based high-performance GT coupe concept car Genesis partnered with award-winning director, Jason Bergh, to create the ‘Genesis X California’ film, highlighting the dynamism of California’s car
Born to create – the brand new Genesis GV70 Just after I’m finishing with the two Genesis models currently available here in Australia, the Genesis G80 and GV80, Genesis has today announced the impending release of the GV70. Genesis GV70 is a medium SUV, but well in the mould of
Upping the X-factor: New tech, equipment and advanced safety systems headline major updates to the Nissan X-TRAIL MY21 X-TRAIL now features Apple CarPlay® and Android AutoTM2 as standardDAB+ radio, Voice Recognition and Nissan’s Next Generation In-Vehicle Infotainment System delivered across all gradesST-L models equipped with new 18” wheel designMY21 X-TRAIL available now at
In all honesty, I don’t think there’s a bad car sold in the Australian car market – there certainly were some, but the current crop in 2020 is arguably as good a bunch as I’ve ever seen. So I was pretty pleased to jump into the MY21 Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain
New MY21 Nissan Navara: pricing and specification revealed The new MY21 Nissan Navara PRO-4X grade available from $59,790 drive-away Popular Dual Cab ST-X model starts from $55,790 drive-awayMY21 Nissan Navara range set to begin from $32,990 drive-awayAdvanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility safety confirmed across all variantsMinimum one-tonne payload2 performance across new Dual Cab
Hello and welcome to my new website thecarguy.com.au!
I know that there’s a lot of websites that offer car reviews, car road tests, opinions on various cars and the like. What makes this site different is that I’m not going to bore you with technical information about the various cars that I review.
I’ve been in the car business for over 39 years. I’ve read the motoring magazines cover to cover. I’ve read the online reviews until my eyes were square. Everywhere that I go, I find motoring journalists talking about car speeds – 0 – 100 km per hour, standing ¼ times, the inclination of this and that at 150klm per hour on a 12.5% gradient curve, in rainy weather – and other stuff that bores me no end.
thecarguy.com.au is taking a different path on the journey to helping you purchase a new car. I’ll do my best to advise you on what I consider to be the most important information when it comes to that major decision to purchase a car. Interior room, features of the car, fuel economy, safety, service prices, resale and lots more. I’ll tell you what I like about a particular car and as importantly, what I don’t like, to find at least to be less than I think a car should have. .
And I’ll ask for your opinion. Take some pics of what you’re driving and tell me and our audience what you particularly like or dislike about your car. Because besides prospective new car buyers, there’s a lot of people who’ll read your comments as used car buyers.
So, jump on board, strap yourself in and let’s start out on the journey with The Car Guy.
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