Samuel Lastrina

2016 Infiniti Q70 Pricing and Specs

Luxury automaker, Infiniti has released official Australian pricing and specifications for their 2016 Q70 premium sedan. The latest Q70 features a fresh new exterior, additional standard equipment and carry-over prices. This refreshed model aims to target an important segment in Australia’s premium vehicle market. The exterior takes on a more dramatic design, …

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Next generation Diesel engines to debut with Mercedes E 220 d

While electric vehicles are becoming ever more popular recently, the technology still has a fair bit of maturing to do. This is why Mercedes among and other manufacturers still invest billions in refining internal combustion engines. Just recently Mercedes-Benz revealed their new diesel engine; codenamed OM 654, this new four-cylinder …

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First BMW M6 GT3 lands in Australia

The BMW team SRM have officially taken delivery of their brand new M6 GT3. The new-generation GT3 car is the first of its kind to land in Australia, and will compete as a factory-supported entry in GT racing under the BMW Team SRM banner this season. Steve Richards, the reigning …

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Starting a Ferrari Formula One engine for the first time

The 2016 Formula One season starts on the 22nd of February and many teams are undergoing pre-season testing. The Ferrari Scuderia team have released a small teaser video of their 2016 engine starting for the first time. 2016 brings similar restrictions to that imposed back in 2014; engines must not …

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2016 Toyota HiLux Review

The Toyota HiLux year after year tops the sales charts and it’s not hard to see why; with its style and practicality you can use it as a tough work truck, a family mover or as an enthusiast vehicle. The HiLux range is extensive; up to 31 different cab combinations …

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Honda to debut Civic Hatchback prototype at Geneva Motor Show

Honda is preparing to reveal its refreshed European car range at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Most anticipated will be the global debut of their latest Civic Hatchback Prototype at the show. From the released sketch a few key design features can be seen; the rear window bisected by the spoiler, …

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BAC Mono gets new chassis, offers more cockpit space

BAC have updated their hardcore Mono with a redesigned chassis. The new chassis is slightly wider offering increased interior comfort while retaining performance and structural integrity. The redesign involved moving the sides of the tubular steel safety cell outwards, side panels were also thinned to retain the same exterior shape …

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Rezvani have SUV and Coupe in the works

Not long ago Rezvani announced the Beast X; a limited edition 522kW twin turbo upgrade to the existing Beast, which shares similar underpinnings as that of the Ariel Atom. In a recent interview with Autoblog, Rezvani hinted at yet another 2 models under development. Expected in 2016 will be a …

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BMW’s new flagship M760Li gets a 441kW Turbo V12

BMW has finally applied the M Performance badge to a 7 series model. The all new M760Li comes with a twin-turbo V-12 engine pumping out an impressive 441kW. This is the first V12 to be fitted to the new 7 series line and finally brings a competitor to the AMG-S63 and …

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Event: Drift School [video]

If you love the smell of burning rubber in the morning, then you’ll love what Drift School Australia have to offer. Hosted once a month at the Western Sydney International Dragway is a drift training event open to the public; and we think this is the perfect gift/bucket list item …

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2016 Mini Cooper Convertible Pricing and Specs revealed

Last month it was revealed that the new MINI Cooper Convertible will be coming to Australia. Today official pricing and specifications have been revealed ahead of launch with the entry model starting at just $37,990 plus on-road costs. The entry level model is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission as …

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Tesla reveals Signature Red Model X in celebration of Chinese NY

In celebration of Chinese New Year and the introduction of the Model X into the market, Tesla have released a special limited edition Signature Red model. The red paint was chosen as it’s the same color used in China to symbolize celebrations. The limited edition ‘Signature’ model is only available …

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Last of the Peugeot RCZ on sale for $49,990

For those of you who don’t know, Peugeot have discontinued their RCZ coupe range. The French automaker has struggled financially for many years now, facing multi-billion dollar losses that are ever increasing with each year. In an attempt to get finances under control Peugeot have taken a number of drastic measures …

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