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It's hard to escape the allure of Lego. The brand's 'Speed Champions' sets have become a favourite with car enthusiasts. They're affordable, costing around $20 a set, but also quick and easy to build for children both young and old. In 2021, it's planning to launch six new sets. Excitingly, two are new manufacturer collaborations – set to tickle the fancy of either brand's fans. The first new partnership is between Lego and Toyota's Gazoo Racing outfit.

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport – and its array of clever features including an inbuilt bottle opener – have been shown off in a new walkaround video. Already on sale in the US and priced from US$26,820 (AU$34,260) before delivery charges, the small to mid-size SUV features five off-road driving modes, wireless smartphone charging, a clever under-seat storage system, an integrated bottle opener, rear door-mounted flood lights, and 223mm of ground clearance.

UPDATE, January 1, 2021: The hardcore, flagship Ford Bronco might not be badged 'Raptor' after all. An email sent to a member of the Bronco6G forum from Michigan-based automotive parts supplier Axis Automation details a number of upcoming internal-combustion and all-electric vehicles for which the company is producing components, including a 'Bronco Warthog', codenamed U725.

Ford has released a teaser video of the new Bronco off-roader ahead of its expected unveiling at the Detroit Motor Show mid year. However news for Australian fans is still not good. Ford is yet to confirm a right-hand-drive program for the US-built model, even though it is based on the Ranger ute designed and engineered in Australia.