Following the release of official pricing for the all-new BMW M3 sedan and the M4 Coupé, BMW has released new high resolution wallpaper images of the M4 Coupe in Sapphire Black.  The striking paint work is one of many colours available for the new M4, including Alpine White, Mineral Grey Metallic, Sakhir Orange, Melbourne Red, Black Sapphire …

While the next-generation Mazda Mx-5 is not set to bow until early 2015, the world of computer rendering has given us yet another illustration of what the world’s most popular roadster could look like. The rendering is courtesy of “automotive manipulator” Theophilus Chin, and is highly plausible. Adopting Mazda’s “Kodo” design language, which …

In case you haven’t already know, BMW and Toyota signed an agreement in late 2013 to jointly develop a new platform for a sports car, which will be shared by the two companies. What we do not know, as yet, is exactly what kind of sports car the two automobile heavyweights …

To mark the 30-year anniversary of the BMW M5 – the founder member of the high-performance business sedan segment – BMW has come up with an exclusive, special-edition version of the fifth-generation model boasting performance upgrades that further sets it apart from its stablemates. The BMW M5 “30 Jahre M5” …

The highly competitive small car segment today gains another new entry with the launch of the all-new Skoda Rapid Spaceback.  Sitting between the repositioned Fabia and the new Octavia model ranges, the Rapid Spaceback boasts above class average space and generous equipment levels. The Rapid Spaceback comes available with a …

BMW Motorsport will not only field eight BMW M4 DTMs in the 2014 DTM season, but will also lead the 23 DTM racing cars around the circuits on the race calendar with the BMW M4 Coupé DTM Safety Car. Having already assumed the role of Safety Car for the 2014 MotoGP season, the BMW M4 …

With its ultra-dynamic proportions, elegantly sporty lines, low-slung silhouette and innovative design features, the BMW i8 represents a new generation of sports car. It was purpose-designed as a plug-in hybrid sports car aimed at offering agile performance and outstanding efficiency. The lightweight and aerodynamically optimised body includes a passenger cell made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic …

Holden is introducing two new models to the Cruze line-up with the Z-Series and SRi Z-Series arriving in Holden dealerships across Australia this week. Replacing the popular Cruze CDX and SRi-V models, the new additions add sporty content to the already generous list of standard features of the regular models. Philip Brook, …

Holden has announced the return of Opel-sourced models to its range, after Opel left Australia last year. The Astra GTC and VXR (formerly Opel Astra OPC) hatchbacks will be reintroduced as Holden badge vehicles in the first half of 2015. Joining them will be the Insignia VXR performance sedan and …

Nissan has announced that it is bringing back the Nissan GT-R to the Nordschleife with an assault on the 2014 Nurburgring 24 Hours. The event, held on 21-22 June, is one of the toughest endurance races in the world, providing the ultimate test of man and machine as they compete …

Renault has brought the new Clio GT to Australia. The latest model to join the attractive Clio range is aimed at customers who want a sporty look, but who are not in the market for the performance of an R.S. model. Pricing (excluding on roads) for the Clio GT starts …

Less is more. A statement can’t be more true when it comes to tuning, as demonstrated by this nicely set up Nissan GT-R. Sporting a set of ADV5.0 Track Spec Super Light wheels, a matte black wrap and a GT rear wing, this Nissan GT-R looks all ready to hit …

A creative collaboration between young apprentices and their instructors at BMW’s plant in Munich and Dingolfing has produced a completely unique vision for MINI. Choosing the MINI Cooper S Paceman as their base model, the students transformed the car into a two seater with a pickup style cargo area. Powered …

The Hyundai ix35 replaces the Tucson as the Korean carmaker’s second attempt at the highly competitive compact SUV segment. Going against the likes of Nissan Qashqai, Holden Captiva 5, Ford Kuga and Mazda CX-5, the ix35 promises to offer style, practicality and versatility in an affordable package. 2014 sees the …