Samuel Lastrina

Dieselgate update: 3.0-Litre engine fix submitted for approval

After 4 months of talks and negotiations, Volkswagen’s cheating 3.0-liter V6 diesel engines are finally being addressed. Audi spokesman, Mark Clothier said: “We are fully cooperating with the U.S. authorities to make our V6 3.0L (diesel) engine compliant with regulations. After meetings between EPA and (California) and our technicians, we …

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Suzuki Baleno headed for Australia, due Q3 2016

Suzuki has just confirmed their all new Baleno will be coming to Australia. Due Q3, 2016 the energetic hatchback aims appeal to the small car market along with current Swift owners looking to step up into a larger hatch. Read ForceGT’s 2016 Suzuki Baleno Review here. The new Suzuki Baleno employs …

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The all new 2016 Nissan X-TRAIL… Bobsleigh [video]

There have been many strange marketing gimmicks tried by automakers in the past, however the latest from Nissan takes the cake. Introducing the Nissan X-Trail Bobsleigh; the worlds first 7-seat bobsled. The X-Trail Bobsleigh was inspired by the design of the Nissan X-Trail and undertook its inaugural run at the …

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BMW X4 xDrive35d price and specification announced

BMW has announced the latest addition to their X4 range; the X4 xDrive35d. The new X4 is set to hit dealer showrooms this month starting at a modest price of $89,900 plus on-roads. This xDrive35d will receive the breadth of equipment already available in its petrol alternative. The xDrive35d is powered …

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Porsche designers create soundbar from 911 GT3 exhaust

Porsche Design have revealed the ultimate man cave item, the 911 GT3 Soundbar. The speaker is comprised of the rear silencer and dual exhaust from the 911 GT3, suspended above a monolithic enclosure containing the amplifier and control hardware. The soundbar outputs up to 200 watts and utilises both the …

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Porsche 718 Boxster revealed, features punchier turbo boxer engine

The new Porsche Boxster has officially been revealed today featuring a newly-developed range of flat four cylinder turbo ‘boxer’ engines. At the same time, a new designation is introduced; 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. These new models continue the tradition of the Porsche 718 mid-engined sports cars that won …

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Andreas Bakkerud joins Ken Blocks Hoonigan Racing team

Andreas Bakkerud has been confirmed as the latest addition to Ken Block’s Hoonigan Racing Division. Andrea will become part of the two-car supercar team and will race in 2016’s FIA World Rallycross Championship. Bakkerud drove for Ford MSE in last year’s World RX alongside Reinis Nitiss finishing fourth in the …

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Renault’s Maubeuge plant rolls out their one millionth Kangoo

A proud moment for Renault; the French automaker has officially rolled out its one millionth Kangoo from the Maubeuge manufacturing plant. Initially released in 1998 and redesigned in 2007, the Kangoo in two forms: a leisure activity vehicle for retail customers and a light commercial vehicle (LCV) for the brand’s …

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BMW is world’s first to integrate IFTTT into their cars

BMW always strive to bring the latest technological advancements to their vehicles. Their newest advancement integrates the IFTTT service into their vehicles allowing customers to pair hundreds of services with commonly available Internet Of Thing devices (IOT). IFTTT allow users to create statements known as “Recipes”, which allow them free …

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Nissan’s driver line-up for Bathurst 12 Hour defence confirmed

Nissan today confirmed their driver line-up for the Bathurst 12 Hour defence. The team will consist of former V8 Supercars champion Rick Kelly, partnering with Katsumasa Chiyo and GT Academy winner, Florian Strauss. The trio will drive the a Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 at the iconic Mt Panorama circuit, where …

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