Czech manufacturer, Skoda, has teased us with a few more photos of one of their most important models, the 2013 Skoda Octavia, before its official debut in the coming days. The new pictures give us a glimpse of the car’s rear combination lights and the rear window and C-pillar treatment. …
Read More »Qoros – China’s first foray into the prestige ranks
The Chinese are not currently known for producing cars other than the cheap and nasty type, but that is all about to change soon. New start-up Chinese luxury brand, Qoros (who recently took out a court injunction to stop Kia from using the name Quoris on their first rear-drive prestige …
Read More »Audi R8 China Edition – limited to 80
In a sign that the vast Chinese car market is increasingly important to car makers from across the world, Audi has launched a limited edition R8 specifically for the wealthy Chinese. Limited to just 80 examples, the Audi R8 China Edition is based on the pre-facelift R8 V10. It borrows …
Read More »BMW 4-Series Coupé Concept
What you see here is a thinly disguised BMW 4-Series, which is the new moniker for the coupé/convertible versions of the F30 3-Series. It marks the start of a series of “even-numbered” sporty BMWs, much like the 6-Series coupé/convertible is to the 5-series. The 4-Series Concept sports a more streamlined …
Read More »ABT tuned MkVI Volkswagen Golf GTI with 228kW (306hp)
German tuner, ABT Sportline, is giving the Mk VI Volkswagen Golf GTI a final upgrade before bidding it farewell last next year. Shown at the 2012 Essen Motor Show, the first stage kit for the ABT Volkswagen Golf GTI Last Edition consists of an ECU flash that releases an extra …
Read More »2013 Audi RS6 Avant unveiled. 0-100km/h in 3.9s
Audi has officially unveiled the 2013 Audi RS6 Avant. Described as a “high-performance sports car for everyday use,” the super-fast wagon will hit 100km/h from a standstill in a blistering 3.9 seconds, and storms towards a top speed of 250km/h (155mph). It will hit 280km/h (174mph) with the optional …
Read More »Jaguar adds entry-level XF 2.0-litre petrol, priced from A$68,900
Jaguar has introduced a new entry-level Jaguar XF to the market. The XF 2.0 Petrol Luxury is currently the company’s most affordable model, at A$68,900, taking over from the Jaguar XF 2.2-litre Diesel Luxury, which also receives a A$9,000 price cut for 2013 to A$69,900. The XF 2.0 Petrol Luxury …
Read More »All-new Mazda6 hits showrooms from $33,460
The all new Mazda6 has hit showroom priced from A$33,460, excluding on-roads. The new car is bigger and a technology leader in the Mazda range here in Australia. Those hoping for a sub-A$30k entry price will be disappointed, but it is fair to say that the new price is just …
Read More »Volsteiner V-GT Tuning Programme for 991 Porsche 911
Volsteiner has released a custom body kit for the 991 Porsche 911 called the Volsteiner V-GT Tuning Programme. The tastefully designed aero kit adds the following elements to the 911 Carrera: Front add-on spoiler with integrated brake duct collectors Carbon Fibre Pre-Preg Autoclave Front GT replaceable Centre Splitter for additional …
Read More »Lexus LF-CC confirmed for production. Arrives in 2015
Fans of the gorgeous Lexus LF-CC can rejoice now. A Lexus insider has confirmed that the coupé has been green light for production and should arrive in showrooms in 2015. This comes after Lexus trademarked the ‘RC350’ moniker recently. The LF-CC will be built on the same rear-wheel drive platform …
Read More »Infiniti G37 Pricing and Specifications Announced
Luxury new comer, Infiniti, has announced the pricing and specifications of their latest models in Australia, the Infiniti G37 Coupé and G37 Convertible. Priced from A$75,900 excluding on-roads, the two-door sports car will join the company’s FX SUV and M sports sedan in the showroom. Both coupé and convertible come in …
Read More »Official photos: 2013 Toyota RAV4. Australian launch 1st quarter 2013
Further to earlier spy pictures, Toyota has released the first official photos of the new 2013 Toyota RAV4, and it looks sharp. However, the biggest news for Australian customers is Toyota will be offering a four-cylinder common-rail diesel in the mid-sized SUV for the first time. The new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel …
Read More »TMG Sports 650 Concept – Lexus LS on steroids
Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) has taken the wraps off their Sports 650 Concept. Based on the pre-facelift Lexus LS, the Sports 650 is an LS on steroids. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.0-litre V8 engine that puts out 478kW (650hp) of power and 710Nm (524lb-ft) of torque. 0 – …
Read More »2012 Australia’s Best Car Awards Announced
The results are in for the 2012 Australia’s Best Car (ABC) Awards. Now in its 20th year, the ABC Awards are presented by the Australian Automobile Association on behalf of Australia’s Motoring Clubs. The national judging panel was headed by Mark Borlace, with over 30 years of motor industry experience. …
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