Hyundai is partnering with California-based tuner Bisimoto Engineering to create a 1,000 horsepower (745 kW) Genesis Coupe for the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas, which is held from November 5 to 8. Bisimoto Engineering is known for extracting huge, reliable power out of production-grade, everyday powerplants, and the rear-wheel-drive …

The Volvo XC60 is kicking off the new 2014 model year with an extensive range of model updates. Heico Sportiv has matched this initiative with a six-digit euro investment in the Swedish premium carmaker’s most successful model to date, developing the most comprehensive and expressive bodykit in its history. The …

A new video of the highly anticipated 2014 Nissan GT-R Nismo has surfaced following previous reports that the hardcore version of the Japanese supercar will rip the century spin in a staggering 2.0 seconds. The video shows the Nissan GT-R Nismo pounding the infamous Nurburgring circuit in Germany, possibly undergoing …

Mercedes tuning specialist Carlsson has released a new tuning program for the 2013 A-class. Underlining the inherently sporty character of Mercedes’ latest compact car, the comprehensive package encompasses body styling, interior upgrades, sport alloy wheels, exhaust system and sports suspension. For the exterior, Carlsson has customised a new front spoiler …

Audi tuning specialist MTM has released a new tuning package for the Audi S8 flagship saloon. Launched at the pier of Monte Carlo’s magnificent harbour, the retrained yet elegant black MTM tuned S8 parked crouching on fat paws: 305/30 ZR 21, fitted on 10.5 inch wide MTM bimoto wheels. The S8’s twin-turbo …

The Honda Civic Type R has certainly geared up interest in the motoring world since Honda laid down confirmation early last week that the hot hatch will deliver at least 280 hp (206 kW) when it arrives in 2015. Based on the Type R prototype photos released in Honda’s press …

Car makers these days pay a great deal of attention on lower emissions, better fuel efficiency, reduced weight and smaller displacement engines. Of course at the top of the crop there are still big powered V8 saloons but they don’t change hands for anything under six figures. Fortunately, that’s not …

No motor show is complete without some sizzle from the aftermarket tuning world. Joining the long list of international debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is the TechArt Porsche Cayman. Renown for its customised aero body kit, the German tuner has fitted the Porsche Cayman with a front apron, rear …

Lexus has taken the wraps off its LF-NX compact SUV concept at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The LF-NX is powered by a new variation of the Lexus Hybrid Drive full hybrid system, tuned for SUV performance. It combines a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder Atkinson cycle petrol engine with a power electric …

Honda has today released first details of the highly anticipated new Civic Type R at the ongoing 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Powered by a direct injection turbocharged 2.0-litre engine, the new Civic Type R will deliver at least 280 hp (206 kW). That puts the Type R in direct competition …

Nissan has taken the wraps off the new X-Trail compact SUV at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. Set to replace the current model in 2014, the new Nissan X-Trail, also called the Nissan Rogue in the US market a built on the new jointly-developed Nissan/Renault Common Module Family (CMF) platform …

BMW has unveiled the new i8 at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The BMW i8 is the second model from the new BMW i brand and also the first plug-in hybrid for the company. Designed as a 2+2 sports car, the revolutionary BMW i8 gives focus on lightweight construction and …

Holden’s all-new Malibu is the company’s second shot at the mid-size segment after its previous mid-sizer, the Holden Epica, disappointing sales performance. That means the Malibu has to once again take on the segment’s long time favourite, the Toyota Camry. Not an easy task but in view of how well …

The 2013 Mazda3 Hiroshima to Frankfurt Challenge Tour has come to an end with the convoy of All-New Mazda3s arriving at the Frankfurt Motor Show after an epic 15,000km of driving. 30 days of intensive driving saw the eight All-New Mazda3s leave Russia for the final leg of the tour …