If I didn’t mention the brand and model, would you admit that you had no idea of what this SUV was? While GWM Haval is selling almost all of the cars that they can get, there seems to be a bit of trepidaiton regards the purchase of a Chinese built car. Forget about where it’s […]
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When this press release regarding the LDVeT60 hit my inbox this morning, I couldnt wait. My first question was when and as I read the release I was then wondering how much it would be Sydney, Australia – 16 November 2022: LDV is proud to launch Australia’s first electric ute, the LDV eT60. This seminal
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The all new Kia Sportage is creating waves I’ve been in this car business for 44 years this year (16/2/1978) and the industry has come a LONG way in that time. Coincidentally I parked the vehicle the subject of this review (new Kia Sportage Gt-Line) next to a 12 year old Hyundai IX35, the forerunner
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Arguably the most ‘modern’ car design released onto the Australian market in 2021 is the Hyundai Ioniq 5 So perhaps you’re thinking that I’m some sort of car expert? Well, after 43 years in the auto industry as a salesman, manager and owner of dealerships, I think I am. The Car Guy and associated companies
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If you’re looking for an affordable medium sized SUV, you really need to test drive the Haval H6 Lux. So perhaps you’re thinking that I’m some sort of car expert? Well, after 43 years in the auto industry as a salesman, manager and owner of dealerships, I think I am. The Car Guy and associated
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I didn’t really know what to expect when I picked up the GWM Cannon L Dual Cab but here’s why you should consider it I’ve driven Great Wall Utes and SUV’s from the time they launched in Australia. Cheap and cheerful normally applies to lower quality cars whether they’re new or used. However, they’re still
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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 for a Ford dealership for
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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 in between the ASX and
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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 Staria – Highlander, Diesel, AWD
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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 be different, who expect more
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