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Earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz took the wraps off its Concept GLA, an entry-level crossover that will compete against the likes of the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and the very successful Range Rover Evoque. We now know that the company plans to bring the SUV onto the market later this year. …

Subaru Tecnica International, the performance tuning arm of Subaru, has released a special model based on the Subaru WRX STI sedan called the “WRX STI tS TYPE RA“. Only available in Japan for now, the WRX STI TYPE RA features additional chassis reinforcement including strut braces and underbody tie braces, …

The BMW Concept Active Tourer Outdoor will take to the stage at the OutDoor Friedrichshafen fair. BMW will use the concept to present the company’s plug-in hybrid drive system as well as intelligent use of compact dimensions. The Active Tourer features a unique drivetrain that combines an electric motor with …

Mercedes-Benz Australia has announced the pricing and specifications of the new CLA-Class. It will be available in three variants for the local market, with price starting from $49,900 plus on-roads for the CLA200. “The new CLA-Class seamlessly transfers the expressive avant-garde coupé design into series production” said Horst Von Sanden, Managing …

The 2013 Peugeot RCZ R has been officially revealed ahead of its scheduled debut at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. The new model is a more powerful version of the standard RCZ coupe, featuring a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged THP petrol engine developing 201 kW at 6,000 rpm and 330 Nm …

Jaguar has taken the veil off the new Project 7 ahead of its official debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Project 7 is a one-off design study based on the Jaguar F-Type roadster. Created by a team led by Jaguar’s Director of Design, Ian Callum, the Project 7 …

Japanese car magazine BEST CAR has published a rendering of the the Lexus RC F coupe. Having recently filed for trademark, the new “RC” nameplate is expected to be the next member to join the Lexus family, alongside the new “NS” line of sporty crossover. The Lexus RC range will …

Volkswagen must have offended the Gods upstairs as their misfortune continues like an avalanche. Last week, a brand-new Golf 7 GTI crashed during press launched in Cape Town, South Africa. Apparently, a light delivery truck made a U-turn right in front of the car, resulting in a collision that is …

Opel has released a sneak peak of the Monza Concept ahead of its Frankfurt Motor Show debut this September. The concept is a study that will have a long term impact on next generation Opel models. The Monza Concept aims to demonstrate the German firm’s advanced use of architectural materials, …

Lexus has launched the third-generation Lexus IS today (read our review here), with its largest model line-up, including F Sport variants across the range and an all-new IS300h hybrid. The rear-wheel drive IS is built on a new platform that is longer and wider than the outgoing model. Its body …

Subaru has launched a distinctive sports pack for the hugely popular BRZ sports coupe. The pack is available for purchase online by new buyers and via the authorized dealer network for existing owners. Made by Subaru Tecnica International (STI), Subaru’s performance arm, the package is valued at $7195 including fitment …

Volkswagen has just released a large number of photos of the street going Polo R WRC Limited Edition. Made to meet FIA’s requirements for homologation of the Polo WRC rally car, Volkswagen will build 2,500 units that are scheduled for delivery for September 2013. Apart from the rally decals and …

The all-new 2014 Mazda3 Sedan has been ‘unofficially’ revealed once again with fresh new photos, ahead of its official reveal next week. The 2014 Mazda3 hatchback was officially unveiled last week. The new Mazda3 sedan will hit showrooms next year and will be one of the best looking sedans on …

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been given a major facelift with a host of new equipment and features for the 2013 model. A new eight-speed automatic transmission is the headline feature of the new Grand Cherokee range and is fitted across the entire model line-up, pairing with both the 3.0-litre diesel …