Zak Adkins

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Zak Adkins is a former journalist at Chasing Cars.

Zak's latest articles and reviews

Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 2024 long-term review

Utes

Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 long-term review

How good is Australia’s most popular ute? We take ownership of a Wildtrak V6 for three months to get to the bottom of it all

2 years ago

Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior 2025 review

Car news today: Battery maker bankruptcy could delay Porsche’s electric sports car, Chinese brands pushing for more PHEVs to dodge tariffs, and more – 9 December 2024

Car industry

Car news, 9 December '24: Battery maker bankruptcy could delay Porsche’s electric sports car, Chinese brands pushing for more PHEVs to dodge tariffs, and more

Every important car news story breaking today, in one convenient read

2 years ago

Guide

Understanding the new Chinese car brands in Australia

Chinese carmakers are coming in fast to our local market, but what are some fast facts about each one?

2 years ago

Car news today: GMC locks in Yukon SUV for Australia in 2025, Volkswagen could bring forward electric Golf project, and more – 20 August 2024

Car industry

Car news, 20 August '24: GMC locks in Yukon SUV for Australia in 2025, Volkswagen could bring forward electric Golf project, and more

Every important car news story breaking today, in one convenient read

2 years ago

Kia Sportage GT-Line Hybrid 2024 long-term review

7.5

Utes

Mitsubishi Triton GLS 2024 review

The new Triton is well and truly here, but does it live up to promises of being a more premium and capable ute?

2 years ago

Small SUVs

Skoda Kamiq Select 2024 review

The Chasing Cars 2022 small SUV champion is back in new facelifted form, but is it still the most charming vehicle in its segment?

2 years ago

Small cars

Mini Cooper SE 2024 review

The new-generation Mini Cooper Electric debuts a new platform, as well as more power and much greater range. But is it still a hoot to drive?

2 years ago

Car news today: Cupra Ateca SUV gets budget-friendly base grade, Chevrolet reinvests in combustion engines, and more – 22 July 2024

Future cars

Car news, 22 July '24: Cupra Ateca SUV gets budget-friendly base grade, Chevrolet reinvests in combustion engines, and more

Every important car news story breaking today, one convenient read

2 years ago

Car news today: Audi debuts its PPE-based Q6 E-Tron SUV, Mazda trademarks new EV names in China, and more – 19 March 2024

Car industry

Car news, 19 Mar '24: Audi debuts its PPE-based Q6 E-Tron SUV, Mazda trademarks new EV names in China, and more

Every important car news story breaking today, one convenient read

3 years ago

Future cars

“MG3 will no longer be a sub-$20k car” – MG Australia

A significant price increase is coming for the MG3 small car in 2024, but new hybrid power and ICE engines are confirmed for Australia

3 years ago

Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport Hybrid 2024 review

7.0

Small SUVs

Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport Hybrid 2024 review

Toyota has increased its GR branding presence in Australia, but is the Yaris Cross really a GR Sport product?

3 years ago

Future cars

GWM Tank 300 2024: off-roader to gain turbo V6 power... at least in China

The V6 iteration of the Tank 300 off-roader makes 265kW/500Nm, or 10kW more than the current four-cylinder turbo-hybrid version

3 years ago

Future cars

Seres, Changan and more Chinese car brands that could have Australia on their radar

You may not have ever heard of the brands Seres, Changan, Dongfeng and Zeekr, however you may see some of them on Australian roads in the future

3 years ago

Future cars

New seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron SUV to be Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace replacement: report

7.5

Midsize SUVs

Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium 2023 review

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is finally on local shores, but is the mid-spec Premium the pick of the bunch?

3 years ago

New car prices

2024 Mazda CX-5: Australian price and specs

Diesel power has been ditched for the 2024 CX-5 lineup, with pricing now starting from $36,560 before on-road costs for the midsize SUV

3 years ago

Electric vehicles

Ford Mustang Mach-E 2024: 40 percent of buyers after the 358kW GT

3 years ago

Electric vehicles

Next BMW M3 will be battery electric, could have quad-motor setup and over 750kW of power

If you thought the Mercedes-AMG C63 hybrid was powerful, just wait and see what Munich is cooking with its electric BMW M

3 years ago

Future cars

Volkswagen Amarok could spawn a Ford Everest SUV rival

Although in no way confirmed, Volkswagen Australia would love to see an Everest-like Amarok wagon in the future

3 years ago

7.5

Large cars

Skoda Superb Sportline 2023 review

The Skoda Superb offers plentiful amounts of comfort, practicality and standard features, but is it enough to want one over an SUV?

3 years ago

Future cars

Subaru Forester, Outback and WRX models gain 50th Anniversary special editions in Australia

Subaru Australia will launch special editions of its core Forester, Outback and WRX models this year as it celebrates 50 years in Australia

3 years ago

Future cars

Mercedes-Benz GLC 2023: new-gen SUV arrives in June in a pricier sole variant

4 years ago

Toyota Corolla hybrid review 2023: ZR hatch

4 years ago

Car technology

BMW to debut ‘panoramic vision’ head-up display in new generation cars from 2025

BMW is set to introduce a wide-angle panoramic head-up display that spans the majority of the windscreen for use by driver and passenger

4 years ago

Future cars

Toyota Prado 2024: turbo-hybrid engine could be used for next-gen 4WD in Australia

An overseas source predicts that a 2.4-litre hybrid system is coming for the Prado for its next generation

4 years ago

8.0

Small cars

Kia Picanto GT long-term review

The Kia Picanto is one of Australia's cheapest new cars, but we want to find out just how GT this Picanto really is for the next three months

4 years ago

Future cars

Toyota reveals first battery-electric Hilux concept

Although years away, the battery-electric Hilux Revo could be Toyota’s answer to rivals such as the Ford F-150 Lightning or LDV eT60

4 years ago

Car industry

What is the I-Venture Club? Isuzu’s off-road course explained

Isuzu has a great way of helping new Isuzu owners to get more comfortable with their vehicles on and off road

4 years ago

7.0

Small cars

Kia Rio S manual 2023 review

The Kia Rio S is one of the cheapest cars on sale in Australia: can it keep up with some of the best-selling first cars?

4 years ago

Future cars

Lexus UX 300e 2023: EQA rival gains extended 450km range along with significant updates

The UX 300e will have its range bumped significantly from 315km to 450km with the new update, thanks to an increase in battery capacity

4 years ago

Car industry

What is the Toyota GR brand? GR vs GRMN vs GR Sport explained

4 years ago

Future cars

Subaru Crosstrek 2023: new small SUV revealed as XV name set to be retired in Australia

4 years ago

Mini Cooper SE Resolute Edition (electric) 2023 review

7.5

Small cars

Mini Cooper SE Resolute Edition 2023 review

The Mini Cooper SE Resolute is far from the cheapest small EV on the market, but this high-end electric runabout is so much fun

4 years ago

New car prices

Volvo S60 2023: prices up $3500 for Swedish luxury sedan

The Volvo S60 will be pricier for 2023, with its single grade now $65,990 before on-road costs here in Australia

4 years ago

Car industry

Behind the scenes of Chasing Cars Car of the Year 2022

Future cars

Brand-new electric Delorean supercar to debut on August 18 with gullwing doors

5 years ago

Future cars

Ford F-150 Australia: why is there no V8 engine available?

5 years ago

Future cars

Maserati Granturismo 2023: 890kW ‘Folgore’ electric beast to spearhead Maserati’s electric lineup

Maserati is pulling out all the stops for the Granturismo model with a Folgore edition that will have serious all-electric power

5 years ago

Car safety

Haval H6 2022: midsize SUV scores five-star rating from ANCAP

5 years ago

Future cars

Volvo’s future plans leaked: at least five new EVs in development including XC90 replacement

5 years ago

Future cars

BMW X2 Edition GoldPlay 2022: Australian release date pegged for autumn

Future cars

What is the Ford Mustang California Special?

Electric vehicles

Toyota to invest US$14 billion in battery tech by 2030

After long favouring hybrids over EVs, the Japanese car giant wants to become a leader in the EV space by the end of the decade.

5 years ago