Alvin Lee

Founder and Chief Editor

Lexus RC F gains dynamic, safety and feature upgrades

Lexus’ performance-oriented RC F sports coupe has been updated for 2018 with dynamic improvements, premium interior appointments and expanded safety technology. The RC F is newly equipped with Lexus’ Drive Start Control, a launch control function that ensures smooth starts and optimum acceleration by managing power and torque delivery from the coupe’s high-revving …

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Renault Megane R.S. to land Q3 2018 priced from $45,000

Renault has announced that the new Megane R.S. 280 will now be available to order with a Cup chassis. Suited to intense sports-style use and especially to driving on racetracks, the optional Cup chassis offers a 10% stiffer damper system and a new Torsen mechanical limited slip differential. With modified …

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Updated 2018 Infiniti QX80 remains segment’s sharpest priced

The facelifted Infiniti QX80 brings extensive exterior redesign and a number of stylish interior updates priced from $110,900, a sticker that ensures that the Japanese luxury SUV remain as the least expensive in the increasingly competitive large premium SUV market. Comprehensive exterior changes to the QX80 include an updated front …

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Audi e-tron prototype previews all-electric production SUV

Audi has unveiled its first all-electric model, the e-tron prototype. Set to enter production by the end of the year, the emission free SUV is designed to combine the space and comfort of a typical luxury car with a range suitable for everyday use. Until the start of series production, …

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Subaru explores shooting brake idea with VIZIV Tourer Concept

Subaru has unveiled another variation of its long-running VIZIV concept models. Taking centre stage at Subaru’s booth at this week’s Geneva Motor Show is the new VIZIV Tourer Concept, a model designed to showcase the brand’s vision for future design and its self-driving technologies. Designed on a tourer theme, the …

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The Legend Returns: Toyota Supra reborn

Toyota has revived the name and spirit of its most celebrated sports car, confirming that it plans to produce a new generation of the legendary Supra. The carmaker made its long-awaited commitment to reviving the famous Supra nameplate when it staged the world premiere of the dramatically styled Toyota GR …

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Coupe and Convertible coming?

BMW has the 2 Series Coupe and Convertible, Audi offers the A3 Cabriolet and TT Coupe. Of course Mercedes-Benz isn’t going to just sit back and watch the competition cash in on the segment. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has always been a hatchback only offering, with its close cousin, the CLA-Class …

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio pricing and specification announced

The all-new Alfa Romeo Stelvio goes on sale this month in Australia with a two-model line-up plus a limited First Edition model, with pricing starts from $65,900 plus on-road costs. Speaking at the launch, Alfa Romeo Australia CEO Steve Zanlunghi said the Stelvio is an all-important model for the brand, one …

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ABT Sportsline presents 390kW Audi RS4-R

With 331 kW of power and 600 Nm of torque pumping from a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 engine, the Audi RS 4 packs supercar performance in a family-friendly wagon body. It’s able to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, en route to a top speed of 250 km/h. …

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2018 Kia Stinger GT Review

Rear-wheel drive, twin turbocharged V6 engine, spacious seating for five adults and an interior that rivals top premium brands, all for under sixty grand? Yes, it exists. And it’s the long-awaited Kia Stinger. It’s the Korean brand’s first ever sports sedan and what a commendable effort. If you’re like me, …

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All-Electric Jaguar I-PACE launched from sub-$120k

Jaguar’s first ever all-electric car has arrived in the form of the I-PACE. Unveiled today in production guise, the Jaguar I-PACE is the world’s first full electric premium compact crossover that is due to arrive into Australia later this year priced from $119,000 plus on-road costs. Powertrain With a 90kWh …

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Next-Generation Toyota Corolla teased ahead of Geneva debut

The next-generation Toyota Corolla is set for its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show next week. The announcement is accompanied by this shadowy teaser image which offers a glimpse of the hatchback’s side profile. Replacing the current model, which was given a facelift as recent as last year, the …

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Hyundai Kona Electric powertrain detailed

Hyundai has detailed the technical specification of its Kona Electric SUV today, announcing two powertrains for the company’s first ever all-electric crossover. Motivated purely by electric propulsion, the Kona Electric is available in either a long-range or standard-range variant. The long-range version with the 64kWh battery provides an electric range …

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