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This new-car trend needs to stop before someone gets hurt
After more than half a century of relatively standardised controls, car companies are messing with the formula – and they had better knock it off!
24 Days Ago
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Ben Zachariah
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Ben Zachariah has more than two decades of experience in the automotive industry and has written for leading Australian outlets including The Age , Drive , and Wheels , as well as international publications. Earlier in his career he worked across sales, marketing, and public relations, and later founded several companies before completing an MBA in 2021. He is also recognised as an expert in classic car investment. Based in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, Ben has a modest collection of rare European, Australian, and Japanese cars, and spends most weekends either competing in his BMW rally car, camping in the Victorian High Country, or watching F1 with his partner.
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Ben Zachariah
2026 Suzuki Jimny update spied testing
New spy photos suggest Suzuki is preparing to update its popular Jimny off-roader, the current generation of which has been on sale since 2018.
1 Month Ago
Ben Zachariah
Lynk & Co unveils electric GT Concept as part of birthday celebrations
The new electric GT Concept claims to hide some serious power, but the vehicle may be the start of a new era for Lynk & Co.
2 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
2026 BYD Denza Z Convertible steps out as 1000hp Porsche 911 Cabriolet rival
A soft-top version of Denza's upcoming electric coupe has made a fashionable statement in Beijing, and could do the same in Chapel Street.
2 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
BYD Formula X supercar marks new direction for brand – report
It appears BYD is edging closer to having an electric supercar ready for production, featuring butterfly doors and a ‘battle cockpit’ for the driver.
2 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Porsche’s next GT4 could be a 911 – report
With the 718 Cayman no longer being made, Porsche appears to be turning to the 911 to fill a gap in the GT4 racing category.
2 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
2026 Porsche 911 GT3 S/C: High-performance roadster is first drop-top GT3
The S/C badge has been reborn, with Porsche creating a lightweight convertible using the best bits from the GT3 and 911 S/T.
2 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Nissan Navara’s shock waste program revealed
Shock absorbers with only a few kilometres of use are being removed and scrapped at the dealership as part of the Navara’s pre-delivery program.
3 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Chery targets long-range driving with new plug-in hybrid powertrains
A new generation of hybrid powertrains is coming from Chery, with big claims regarding driving range and performance.
4 Months Ago
Ben Zachariah
Twin-turbo V12 rumoured for Toyota’s Century coupe – report
After revealing new turbocharged four-cylinder and V8 engines, Toyota could be working on a V12 – but it may be reserved for the Century coupe.
4 Months Ago