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New 860kW super SUV confirmed
John Mahoney Key takeaways ・Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new AMG GT SUV, its flagship performance SUV ・It has a triple motor set-p that makes an outrageous 860kW and 2000Nm ・The electric SUV is claimed to have a driving range of about 700km The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads.
New 860kW super SUV confirmed
New 860kW super SUV confirmed The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
New 860kW super SUV confirmed
New 860kW super SUV confirmed The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
New 860kW super SUV confirmed
New 860kW super SUV confirmed The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
New 860kW super SUV confirmed
New 860kW super SUV confirmed The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
New 860kW super SUV confirmed
New 860kW super SUV confirmed The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
New super SUV confirmed: 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT SUV is the latest potent family ride boasting outrageous power figures
The new 860kW all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has usurped the Porsche Cayenne Turbo to become the most powerful SUV ever sold in Australia when makes its debut in late 2027 priced from around $260,000 plus on-roads. Arriving just months after the AMG GT 4-Door Coupé touches down (March), the new higher-riding AMG shares the sedan's outrageous triple-motor powertrain and produces an identical 860kW and 2000Nm of torque.
Skoda Peaq 2028 review: International first drive | Kia EV9 rival tested
John Mahoney The all-electric Skoda Peaq won't land in Australia until early 2028, when we think it will be priced from around $80,000 for the base version and stretch to around $90,000 for the models with the large battery. That means the big three-row SUV should go up against the more expensive Hyundai Ioniq 9 (from $119,750) and Kia EV9 (from $97,000), as well as the much pricier Volvo EX90 (from $124,990), but it could face a threat from the mid-size Mercedes-Benz GLB Electric (from $74,990).
Skoda Peaq three-row EV SUV first drive
Skoda Peaq three-row EV SUV first drive Likes Relaxing and comfortable to drive Has lots of space and luggage-carrying capacity Cabin's attention to detail and practical touches Dislikes Should be faster to charge Should be quicker off the mark Our car had electrical gremlins The all-electric Skoda Peaq won't land in Australia until early 2028, when we think it will be priced from around $80,000 for the base version and stretch to around $90,000 for the models with the large battery.
Skoda Peaq 2028 review: International first drive | Kia EV9 rival tested
16 Oct 2026 9 min read Relaxing and comfortable to drive Has lots of space and luggage-carrying capacity Cabin's attention to detail and practical touches Should be faster to charge Should be quicker off the mark Our car had electrical gremlins 16 Oct 2026 9 min read The all-electric Skoda Peaq won't land in Australia until early 2028, when we think it will be priced from around $80,000 for the base version and stretch to around $90,000 for the models with the large battery.
Skoda Epiq 2027 review: International first drive | BYD Atto 2 rival tested
John Mahoney The Skoda Epiq is a new entry EV that will join the compact Elroq and mid-size Enyaq SUVs from the middle of next year, with pricing estimated to inhabit the space between $35,000-$40,000. Developed alongside the Cupra Raval, Volkswagen I.D Polo and ID. Cross, the Epiq has more in common with the small VW SUV , although all four share the MEB Entry platform and come with the same battery and powertrain tech.
Skoda Epiq 2027 review: International first drive | BYD Atto 2 rival tested
Offers lots of space and sports a huge boot It surprisingly quiet and refined for an entry EV Entry version might not have enough range for Australians Cheap versions off the pace when it comes to charging We don't know how expensive it will be The Skoda Epiq is a new entry EV that will join the compact Elroq and mid-size Enyaq SUVs from the middle of next year, with pricing estimated to inhabit the space between $35,000-$40,000. Developed alongside the Cupra Raval, Volkswagen I.D Polo and ID.
New Skoda compact EV SUV coming for Atto 2
New Skoda compact EV SUV coming for Atto 2 Likes We love its comfort bias Offers lots of space and sports a huge boot It surprisingly quiet and refined for an entry EV Dislikes Entry version might not have enough range for Australians Cheap versions off the pace when it comes to charging We don't know how expensive it will be The Skoda Epiq is a new entry EV that will join the compact Elroq and mid-size Enyaq SUVs from the middle of next year, with pricing estimated to inhabit the space...
Ferrari Purosangue 2026 review: Handling Speciale - International first drive | Aston Martin DBX rival tested
John Mahoney Arriving three years after its launch, the Ferrari Purosangue Handling Speciale isn't an unhinged track-focused creation in the same vein as the latest 296 Speciale. Instead, it's the Prancing Horse's answer for those current Purosangue owners who wish their four-seat, four-door Ferrari drove more like a lighter supercar.
Jaw-dropping car stops you in your tracks
John Mahoney Key takeaways ・The Jaguar Type 01's design is jaw-dropping and unlike anything else ・The Jaguar Type 01 has a driving range of up to 720km and charging up to 350kW ・It is fast, hitting 100km/h in 3.2 seconds thanks to three electric motors pumping out a combined 757kW and 1365Nm At first sight, the Jaguar Type 01 EV has that rare power to stop you in your tracks.
World's best SUV now even more fun to drive
World's best SUV now even more fun to drive Likes No other large SUV is as much fun to drive Exotic V12 soundtrack There's enough space for four adults Dislikes Huge price Thirst limits real-world range We wished it was lighter Arriving three years after its launch, the Ferrari Purosangue Handling Speciale isn't an unhinged track-focused creation in the same vein as the latest 296 Speciale.
Ferrari Purosangue 2026 review: Handling Speciale - International first drive | Aston Martin DBX rival tested
7 Oct 2026 6 min read No other large SUV is as much fun to drive There's enough space for four adults Thirst limits real-world range 7 Oct 2026 6 min read Arriving three years after its launch, the Ferrari Purosangue Handling Speciale isn't an unhinged track-focused creation in the same vein as the latest 296 Speciale. Instead, it's the Prancing Horse's answer for those current Purosangue owners who wish their four-seat, four-door Ferrari drove more like a lighter supercar.
Jaw-dropping car stops you in your tracks
Jaw-dropping car stops you in your tracks At first sight, the Jaguar Type 01 EV has that rare power to stop you in your tracks. With a dramatic stretched bonnet and oversized wheels, it sits long, wide and low to the ground in a way that makes it difficult to fathom that the Type 01 is real but it is and will be on sale in Australia in the second half of next year, priced from around $300,000, plus on-roads.
Jaw-dropping car stops you in your tracks: 2027 Jaguar Type 01 EV is unlike any other car out there
At first sight, the Jaguar Type 01 EV has that rare power to stop you in your tracks. With a dramatic stretched bonnet and oversized wheels, it sits long, wide and low to the ground in a way that makes it difficult to fathom that the Type 01 is real but it is and will be on sale in Australia in the second half of next year, priced from around $300,000, plus on-roads.
Miller-Keystone Blood Center to host multiple blood drives on campus
Eight separate drives planned throughout academic year By John Mahoney Image Credit: John Mahoney The Community Outreach Center is partnering with the Miller-Keystone Blood Center for their annual series of blood drives. Appointments can be scheduled for the beginning of each month during the 2026-2027 academic year. Each session is held in MSU 218. Oct. 7, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, Feb. 10, March 3, April 7 and April 28 are the scheduled days for donation. Appointments can be made online here.
Range Rover Sport 2027 review: Electric - International first drive | Porsche Cayenne Electric rival tested
John Mahoney The latest lux EV is coming soon. The Range Rover Sport Electric will hit Australian shores in March 2027 and we had a brief taster at the global launch. Beneath the skin, the Range Rover Sport is almost identical to the similarly sized Range Rover , sharing the same MLA Flex platform, powerful 800-volt hardware, battery and drive units.
Petrol-power confirmed for iconic car
John Mahoney Key takeaways ・New BMW 3 Series has been revealed to rival the Mercedes-Benz C-Class ・The BMW 3 Series will be sold alongside the electric BMW i3 when it goes on sale in 2027 ・It will initially launch with the 320 and M350 xDrive variants in Australia If you love the looks of the stunning BMW i3 but aren't quite ready for an EV, the German brand has got you covered with its all-new BMW 3 Series.
Petrol-power confirmed for iconic car
Petrol-power confirmed for iconic car If you love the looks of the stunning BMW i3 but aren't quite ready for an EV, the German brand has got you covered with its all-new BMW 3 Series. To the untrained eye, the petrol-powered 3 Series will look identical to the sharp-suited mid-size battery-powered sedan when it rocks up early next year priced from around $85,000.
2027 BMW 3 Series revealed, with petrol power to live alongside electric as it takes on Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Audi A5
If you love the looks of the stunning BMW i3 but aren't quite ready for an EV, the German brand has got you covered with its all-new BMW 3 Series. To the untrained eye, the petrol-powered 3 Series will look identical to the sharp-suited mid-size battery-powered sedan when it rocks up early next year priced from around $85,000. Once again created to rival the Mercedes C-Class and Audi A5, it's only side by side that you begin to spot the huge differences between the i3 and 3 Series.
Porsche Cayenne Electric rival driven!
Porsche Cayenne Electric rival driven! Likes Smooth and refined Feels quicker than the P530 V8 Is unlikely to get stuck in the mud Dislikes Cayenne Electric is better to drive BMW iX5 goes much further on a charge Can't tow as much as the Porsche The latest lux EV is coming soon. The Range Rover Sport Electric will hit Australian shores in March 2027 and we had a brief taster at the global launch.
Range Rover Sport 2027 review: Electric - International first drive | Porsche Cayenne Electric rival tested
Our brief stint behind the wheel revealed that the new Range Rover Sport Electric misses out on being the best-driving large SUV by some margin to the Porsche Cayenne Electric. It's neither the fastest-charging nor has the longest range in its class, being humbled by the new BMW iX5. The limited towing capacity is another bugbear compared to the Porsche, but the battery-powered Range Rover Sport still has much to offer new buyers seduced by the idea of life with a zero-emission luxury SUV.
Popular SUV to live on
John Mahoney Key takeaways ・Volvo has given the near 10 year old XC60 SUV a big update ・In Europe it is available with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid power ・It will be sold alongside the new Volvo EX60 electric SUV, which rides on a totally new platform The ageing Volvo XC60 was set for the chop as part of bold plans by the Swedish brand to go all-electric but it's now been granted an indefinite stay of execution in the wake of slowing EV sales.
Popular SUV to live on
The ageing Volvo XC60 was set for the chop as part of bold plans by the Swedish brand to go all-electric but it's now been granted an indefinite stay of execution in the wake of slowing EV sales. To help keep it relevant, the near ten-year-old mid-size SUV, which remains Volvo's best-selling car globally, has undergone a huge facelift that heralds a big overhaul inside and out while under the bonnet the XC60 gets the firm's next-gen plug-in hybrids that deliver up to 200km of EV range.
KU honors victims of 9/11 in annual remembrance event
Veterans Center representatives, guest speakers and the Kutztown Pipe Band unite for the service By John Mahoney and Martin Danek At 10:00 a.m. on Sept. 11, the Office of Veteran’s Services held their annual “9/11 Flags of Remembrance” event, featuring guest speakers, the Kutztown Pipe Band, and representatives of the Veteran’s Center. Students, staff, and townsfolk alike joined together for an hour and a half in honor of those who tragically fell on Sept. 11, 2001.
Sharp new looks for popular SUVs
John Mahoney Key takeaways ・Volvo XC40 and EX40 SUVs get major makeover, but not a new generation ・Both draw inspiration from the new Volvo EX60 mid-size electric SUV's design ・Both models maintain the same powertrains as before The Volvo XC40 and EX40 have no right to look this good. After all, the small SUV , built to rival the BMW X1 Audi Q3 Mercedes-Benz GLA and Lexus UX , first went on sale as far back as 2017, which makes it ancient.
2026 Volvo XC40 and EX40 petrol and electric SUVs get fresh looks despite advanced age Original
The Volvo XC40 and EX40 have no right to look this good. After all, the small SUV, built to rival the BMW X1, Audi Q3, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Lexus UX, first went on sale as far back as 2017, which makes it ancient. Most car models live for seven- or eight years before pensioned off, but the Volvo XC40 bucks that trend by quite a margin.
Range Rover 2027 review: Electric - International first drive | BMW iX5 rival tested
John Mahoney An electric version of the fifth-generation Range Rover (L460) wasn't meant to be this late. The delay that sees it land four years after the current car first went on sale, was triggered first by having to reconfigure the Range Rover 's MLA Flex platform's outdated 400-volt electrics to more powerful 800-volt hardware and then by the huge decision to go ahead and design, develop and engineer the battery and drive units in-house.
Range Rover 2027 review: Electric - International first drive | BMW iX5 rival tested
2 Sep 2026 5 min read One of the calmest, most relaxing cars ever built Effortless pace and better off-road Smooth ride and imperious driving position hard to resist We wish it had a bit more range considering its price Reduced towing capability 2 Sep 2026 5 min read An electric version of the fifth-generation Range Rover (L460) wasn't meant to be this late.
Range Rover finds its perfect powertrain
Range Rover finds its perfect powertrain Likes One of the calmest, most relaxing cars ever built Effortless pace and better off-road Smooth ride and imperious driving position hard to resist Dislikes Comes with a large price We wish it had a bit more range considering its price Reduced towing capability An electric version of the fifth-generation Range Rover (L460) wasn't meant to be this late.
Big change coming to popular SUV
John Mahoney The third-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA has been unwrapped ahead of its early 2027 debut, when the small premium SUV will rock up with a class-leading 657km range and some of Benz's latest EV tech. The all-new Mercedes GLA is no longer a higher-riding A-Class, but is now more closely related to the latest CLA small sedan , sharing its latest MMA platform and advanced EV tech.
Big change coming to popular SUV
Big change coming to popular SUV The third-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA has been unwrapped ahead of its early 2027 debut, when the small premium SUV will rock up with a class-leading 657km range and some of Benz's latest EV tech. The all-new Mercedes GLA is no longer a higher-riding A-Class, but is now more closely related to the latest CLA small sedan, sharing its latest MMA platform and advanced EV tech.
Big changes coming to 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA as the electric SUV packs in more tech, space and driving range to rival Zeekr X and BMW iX1
The third-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA has been unwrapped ahead of its early 2027 debut, when the small premium SUV will rock up with a class-leading 657km range and some of Benz's latest EV tech. The all-new Mercedes GLA is no longer a higher-riding A-Class, but is now more closely related to the latest CLA small sedan, sharing its latest MMA platform and advanced EV tech.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2027 review: Electric – international first drive | BMW i3 rival tested
John Mahoney The Mercedes C-Class and BMW 3 Series rivalry is the stuff of automotive legend that dates back more than three decades, or even longer if you count the 190E that came before it. For almost all of that time, both fiercely proud German brands have thrown everything they could at the pair of mid-size sedans to gain the upper hand, and the latest Mercedes C-Class Electric that arrives in Australia early next year is no exception.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2027 review: Electric – International first drive | BMW i3 rival tested
Quiet and refined to drive BMW i3 has an even longer range Ride, steering with adaptive dampers The Mercedes C-Class and BMW 3 Series rivalry is the stuff of automotive legend that dates back more than three decades, or even longer if you count the 190E that came before it.
High-tech EV with 800km range driven!
High-tech EV with 800km range driven! Likes Effortless performance High levels of comfort Quiet and refined to drive Dislikes BMW i3 has an even longer range And is faster to charge Ride, steering with adaptive dampers The Mercedes C-Class and BMW 3 Series rivalry is the stuff of automotive legend that dates back more than three decades, or even longer if you count the 190E that came before it.
Maserati Grecale 2027 review: International first drive | BMW X3 rival tested
The Maserati Grecale remains a more spacious, comfortable, and classy substitute for the former petrol Porsche Macan that many current owners would enjoy switching to if they're not ready to move into the EV version just yet. Only the short warranty, price premium, high cost of options and question marks over reliability and retained value count against it, besides more obvious choices among premium, sportier or even more luxurious rivals.
Porsche Macan rival improves with update
Porsche Macan rival improves with update Likes Charismatic and powerful V6 delights Feels special inside, with fine build Fun to drive and offers surprising comfort Dislikes Worries over the high cost of options Doesn't drive as well as Porsche Macan New Modena V6 feels laggy in GT mode The House of the Trident is grabbing its golden opportunity with both hands - and its timing is impeccable.
Wild Range Rover GT revealed: “Car-like” SUV-coupe EV arrives to fight electric versions of the BMW X6 and Mercedes GLE Coupe
Land Rover has given us our first glimpse of a dramatic new all-electric Range Rover GT ahead of its launch later this year, previewing a striking four-door SUV-coupe. The camouflage can’t hide the smooth SUV-coupe looks that appear to herald a new design language for the luxury British brand, with the shape more reminiscent of a Polestar 4 than any current model.
Range Rover's new SUV direction detailed
John Mahoney The new Range Rover GT is the British SUV brand's most car-like creation ever. Sleeker, lower, longer and wider than the firm's Velar, the all-electric Range Rover GT is a shock for fans of the luxury brand's more typical SUVs , even when supposedly disguised in camouflage. Built to be a fifth member of the Range Rover family, the new GT doesn't replace any existing model, execs told CarsGuide at a recent media event held at JLR's powertrain plant near Wolverhampton in the UK.
Ferrari basher! Electric Lexus LFA takes aim at the supercar elite and is shaping up to be world’s first solid-state battery-powered hypercar
The Lexus LFA EV has made its dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, with a camouflaged prototype taking part in high-speed runs up the world-famous hill climb throughout the weekend. Appearing 17 years after the original V10-powered LFA first made its debut in prototype form, the new Lexus LFA EV is the battery-powered sibling of the Toyota GR GT supercar, which is powered by a V8.
Range Rover's new SUV direction detailed
Range Rover's new SUV direction detailed The new Range Rover GT is the British SUV brand's most car-like creation ever. Sleeker, lower, longer and wider than the firm's Velar, the all-electric Range Rover GT is a shock for fans of the luxury brand's more typical SUVs, even when supposedly disguised in camouflage.
2027 Range Rover GT teased as brand's foray into sporty crossover territory as new Zeekr 8X and BMW X6 rival Original
The new Range Rover GT is the British SUV brand's most car-like creation ever. Sleeker, lower, longer and wider than the firm's Velar, the all-electric Range Rover GT is a shock for fans of the luxury brand's more typical SUVs, even when supposedly disguised in camouflage. Built to be a fifth member of the Range Rover family, the new GT doesn't replace any existing model, execs told CarsGuide at a recent media event held at JLR's powertrain plant near Wolverhampton in the UK.
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