The 2017 Volkswagen CC has been leaked online in what appears to be images from a configurator. Uncovered by Autoblog.nl, the new four-door coupe looks to have taken inspiration from the Sport Coupe Concept GTE from last year, although not as exciting. Like the current model, the new CC will sit …
Read More »All-new 2017 Kia Rio small hatch teased ahead of Paris debut
Kia has released a trio of teaser sketches of the all-new, fourth-generation 2017 Kia Rio, which is scheduled to make its world debut at the 2016 Paris Motor Show next month. Sporting a decidedly more sporty and chiseled look compared to today’s model, the new car will get a longer …
Read More »Mitsubishi all-electric mini SUV coming in 2019
In a recent visit to Kangaroo Island in South Australia to extend their support to the Kangaroo Island Council to raise awareness about the benefits of electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) use on the island, Mitsubishi Chief Executive and President, Osamu Masuko, has revealed the company …
Read More »Honda patents 11-speed, triple-clutch transmission
If you thought 10-speed gearboxes are overkill, Honda has registered a patent in Japan for a new 11-speed triple-clutch transmission. The patent was uncovered by Auto Guide and noted that the gearbox will allow “speed change to be more effectively restricted and a speed change response to be increased.” What …
Read More »Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato drops its top for Pebble Beach
Aston Martin has dropped the top off the striking Vanquish Zagato Coupe as it heads to the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with the Volante convertible. Limited to just 99 cars with a price said to be north of AUD$979,160 (£500,000), the Vanquish Zagato Volante is powered by the same …
Read More »Ferrari Enzo’s designer creates stunning Kode57 for Pebble Beach
This stunning Kode57 supercar unveiled at Monterey Car Week is the work of Ken Okuyama, the celebrated designer behind the Ferrari Enzo. The car’s name is said to pay homage to the year 1957 where iconic vehicles like the Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa and Jaguar XKSS were launched. Accordingly, the …
Read More »2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé & Shooting Brake lands in Australia
The updated 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA Coupé and Shooting Brake duo has arrived in Australia. The model’s line up remains unchanged, incorporating four variants for each model – the CLA 200, CLA 200d, CLA 250 Sport 4Matic and the range-topping Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4Matic. The CLA 200 Coupé and Shooting Brake …
Read More »BMW updates 2002 Hommage with new racy livery
BMW has updated its 2002 Hommage with new racing livery for the Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach. Created to pay homage to the BMW 2002 turbo and first presented at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in May, the refreshed concept wears a racy orange/black paintwork that harks back to the …
Read More »All-new 2017 Volkswagen Touareg spied testing
The next-generation Volkswagen Touareg SUV has been snapped undergoing testing before its arrival in 2017. Previewed by the VW T-Prime concept earlier this year at the Beijing Motor Show, the partially disguised prototype has given us a glimpse of the entire uncovered side section of the car, which looks almost identical …
Read More »Stunning Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 concept revealed
The ultra-luxurious Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 concept has been revealed in its full glory, ahead of the car’s official debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Sporting a sleek silhouette with a hint of retro-inspired design cue to it, notably in the split bonnet and hunchback, the concept measures 6m long, …
Read More »McLaren wheels out bespoke 570GT by MSO for Pebble Beach
McLaren has released details of its new McLaren 570GT Concept ahead of the car’s debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Created by McLaren Special Operation, the concept, which is based on the 570GT introduced recently, is said to preview a collection of enhancements created by the bespoke division. Amongst …
Read More »2017 Range Rover Sport gains new tech and Ingenium Diesel
Land Rover has announced the full pricing and specification of its updated 2017 Range Rover Sport. Headlining the refreshed line up is the introduction of Jaguar Land Rover’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine. Available only as an SD4 S derivate, which replaces the TDV6 S, the engine produces 177kW and …
Read More »SPIED: 2017 Honda Civic Type R – all-wheel drive likely
The hot new 2017 Honda Civic Type R has been snapped testing in the UK recently. The fully camouflaged prototype gives us a sneak preview of the hot hatch, ahead of its arrival next year. The test mule was spotted by Evo Magazine’s sub-editor, Richard Lane in London and can …
Read More »2017 BMW M4 Coupe spied with minor updates
The facelifted 2017 BMW M4 Coupe has been spotted testing with light camouflage on the road with subtle updates. Changes to the popular coupe are minimal, with minor tweaks to the car’s air intakes for the front bumper and a pair of new headlights for a fresher look. Around the …
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