The new Toyota GR Supra’s BMW-sourced powertrain might be somewhat contentious for Toyota purists but it’s not without some benefits. In production since 2015, tuning companies are well acquainted with the B58 inline-six. As such, there is no shortage of choices when it comes to tuning the Supra. The latest …

Mini John Cooper Works has officially announced an all-electric high-performance Mini from the brand is on its way. The revelation was accompanied by a series of official teaser photos of the Mini JCW Electric prototype. While still dressed in camouflage, we can see it’s a cross between the conventionally powered …

Earlier this month, Volkswagen announced they will make the ‘R’ brand a range-topping performance brand for the marque with the launch of the eight-generation Golf R. Now, the company has unveiled the second model to join the family with the 2021 Tiguan R. Like the Golf R, it features a …

Some might be disappointed that the 2022 Subaru BRZ is still without a turbocharge engine as hoped but like the first-generation model, most will likely turn to an aftermarket tuner for help. However, what if Subaru did come up with a BRZ STI for the new model? Well, X-Tomi thinks …

It seems that almost everyone has taken a leaf out of the European car manufacturers’ playbook lately, introducing sports lines that bear an uncanny resemblance to their more expensive and potent siblings, but sans the full-fat power and drivetrain. Hyundai has found great success in its i30 N-Line and Honda …

Goodbye Lamborghini Huracan Performante, and Hello Huracan STO! Unveiled officially today, and as the name implies, the Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo Omologata (or STO) is essentially a road-going version of the Squadra Corse race cars. Fulfilling that purpose is an entirely new aerodynamic package that is 21mm wider than the …

Toyota has introduced its first GR Sport model for Australia with the announcement of the C-HR GR Sport, which is due to go on sale in late November. Offering the sporty styling of full GR models such as the GR Supra and GR Yaris without any boost in performance, the …

The Ferrari has introduced a droptop variant of the SF90 Stradale, making it the company’s first plug-in hybrid spider. Known officially as the SF90 Spider, it features the same heavily electrified powertrain as the Stradale – combining a twin-turbo V8 engine producing 574kW with three electric motors that puts out …

The 2021 Lexus IS has barely settled in on the showroom floor and TRD and Modellista are already introducing styling upgrades for the model. However, both firms are taking a slightly different direction with their IS bodykit, with TRD giving the already sporty looking F Sport and even more aggressive …

Volkswagen’s quickest and most powerful Golf R has officially bowed in, sporting new looks, 235kW turbocharged engine and a new Drift mode. The 2021 Volkswagen Golf R continues with its predecessor’s tried and tested formula – a potent turbocharged engine matched with an all-wheel-drive system. Powering the flagship Golf is …

The 15th-generation Toyota Crown has come in for a facelift in its home market of Japan. What facelift, you might ask? Indeed at first glance, you’ll be hard pressed to spot the difference between the MY2021 and MY2018 original, as the regal look remains unchanged, while under the bonnet, you …

Hamann is no stranger to the world of tuning, having brought us stunners such as the F10 BMW M5 Mi5Sion and Lamborghini Aventador Nervudo. Its latest project comes in the form of the latest-generation BMW X6. Offered as individual upgrades in its home market of Germany, the new body kit …

Volkswagen Australia has unveiled the limited-edition 2021 VW Touareg Wolfsburg with V6 or V8 turbo-diesel and sinister black styling. Of the 300 units on offer, 200 will be fitted with a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 producing 210kW and 600Nm of torque, and a Golf GTI-challenging 6.5 seconds 0-100km/h time. It’s essential …

The Subaru Impreza Sedan is probably one of the most underrated small sedans on the market. Its slightly quirky personality and often sedate styling means it gets overlooked for more its more fashionable rivals. However, few realises that with a few exceptions, the Impreza is one of the longest running …