Tim Robson

Contributor

Tim Robson dived out of mountain bike mags into the automotive space in 1999, editing and writing for numerous titles over a career that spans more than two decades. When he’s not on the Whichcar desk, he’ll be racing one of his old Civics or driver-coaching at a track near you.

News

Le Mans 2023: 10 reasons to watch this year's race

Ten facts about the 100th running of the world’s best endurance race

News

Kia Sportage Hybrid confirmed for Australia

While it won’t rival RAV4 on volume, healthy supply will boost mid-sizer’s popularity

Reviews

2023 Subaru Crosstrek (XV) review: First Australian drive

An old favourite with a unique tie-in to Australia gets an identity makeover for 2023… but is the Crosstrek (nee XV) worth the extra money it demands?

Advice

What is wireless Apple CarPlay and how do I get it in my car?

Just a few short years ago many new models entering the market did not offer wireless CarPlay...now almost every manufacturer does in some form

Toyota HiLux 2018
Advice

Diesel Particulate Filters: Are owners just doing it wrong?

Diesel particulate filters have been in the news for all the wrong reasons – but are they getting a bum rap? We talk to industry experts to find out

News

2023 Kia Telluride facelift revealed, still no go for Australia

The oversized SUV subset grows by the minute, but Kia’s eight-seat Telluride doesn’t add up

Features

What happened this month in MOTOR 18 years ago? We took on a 24-hour ProKart race

How many mistakes could a rookie team from MOTOR make in a 24-hour kart race? Plenty, it would seem

Archive 2003: Daewoo spec-racing on a budget
Features

What happened in MOTOR 18 years ago? We went Daewoo spec-racing on a budget!

MOTOR isn’t all supercars and glamour, we even drove Daewoos once upon a time

Reviews

Long term review: Ford Puma ST-Line

Ford’s feline-esque small SUV joins the Wheels fleet, and there’s a lot riding on its small shoulders

renault to ateco in australia
News

Renault completes move to distributor Ateco in Australia – UPDATE

After years of poor sales, Renault has made the move to importer status with Ateco

News

Volkswagen T-Cross bowls in at $27,990

VW’s long-awaited compact crossover SUV comes out swinging for Mazda CX-3 and Toyota C-HR

News

Kia unveils its new logo – UPDATED: Stinger and Carnival debut new badges

Ahead of its new strategy plans, Kia finally confirms its new corporate look

Ford Escape at Car of the Year 2021
COTY

Ford Escape at Car of the Year 2021

Plenty to commend here, just not quite the cut-through

News

Hyundai Ioniq 5 spied in Australia, and teased – UPDATE: Hyundai previews 'living space' interior

UPDATED: Hyundai reveals how its bespoke EV platform offers all new 'living space' interior possibilities

News

The 300 may be dead, but the Chrysler brand could live on

Weep, V8 fans, for the Chrysler 300 is no more in Australia, but new developments suggest the brand itself could live on with a new purpose

2021 Toyota EV SUV
News

Toyota to expand its 2021 EV rollout

Having already teased a RAV4-like EV, Toyota has announced it will add a second battery electric vehicle and a plug-in hybrid in 2021

2022 Mitsubishi Outlander
News

Mitsubishi previews 2021 Outlander with off-road teaser

The next-gen Mitsubishi Outlander promises to be bigger, bolder and with technology to rival segment front-runners

Reviews

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee S-Limited review

The V8 Grand Cherokee rumbles on for Jeep, and the S-Limited adds visual bark if not any extra aural bite

News

Jeep recalls Grand Cherokee to fix previous recall

16,000 early-model Grand Cherokees summoned back to dealers to fix fuel relay drama

Reviews

2021 Kia Sorento GT-Line V6 petrol review

Kia takes a giant stride forward with the sumptuous and sorted Sorento seven-seat SUV, but all isn’t perfect

News

Ford, Google partner up for in-car technology – and Australia is in the mix

Hey Google! Ford teams up with the world’s biggest tech company to develop future in-car entertainment

News

Lexus teases new electric crossover coupe

Shadowy images of slinky Lexus EV previewed ahead of autumn reveal

Reviews

2021 LDV T60 TrailRider 2 review

LDV gives the T60 dual-cab ute a fresh engine and a tickle-up. Does it pass muster?

Toyota beats VW worldwide 2020
News

Toyota takes top spot as 2020’s biggest car maker

VW deposed as Japanese giant claims top sales status despite 2020’s pain