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You know something is special about a car when it fetches a record US$19,805,000 (A$29,273,275) at RM Sotheby’s auction at the Monterey Car Week. That’s exactly what this striking McLaren F1 commands. So, what so special about it? Let’s start with some history. Following the F1’s Le Mans victory in …

BMW is expanding its X model line-up with new engine variants while also providing a new factory-fitted tow bar hitch option for the X5 and X7 large SUVs. The BMW X5 range has been bolstered with the addition of three new engine variants, beginning with a new entry model, the …

Lamborghini has dropped a pair of special edition models at the Monterey Car Week. Created to mark the raging bull’s founding year of 1963, the aptly named Lamborghini Aventador SVJ 63 Roadster made its public debut alongside another special Lambo called the Huracán EVO GT Celebration. According to Lamborghini, the …

Bugatti has unveiled yet another ultra exclusive hyper car at Pebble Beach. But this time around it’s not just another limited production model, the new Bugatti Centodieci – Italian for 110 – is built to celebrate the French company’s 110 years since its founding. And to do that the designers …

Alfa Romeo has launched the ultra-exclusive 4C Competizione Limited Edition. Combining performance enhancements with sporting character and style, 4C Competizione Limited Edition hits Australian shores in a limited run of just ten units, individually numbered with the Competizione badge, forming part of the global series of 108 units. “Bringing together …

The next-generation Volkswagen Tiguan is not due for at least a couple of years, but that hasn’t stopped the internet from envisioning what the third-gen model may look like. Rendered here by the folks over at Kolesa.ru the new Tiguan takes on a radical coupe styling to become a coupe-crossover. …

Mercedes-AMG has announced the pricing and specifications for the A35 hatch and sedan, which are set to hit Australian showrooms in September and October, respectively. Sitting below the recently unveiled AMG A45, the A35 is the new entry point to the Mercedes-AMG line-up. Prices for the A35 hatchback will start …

The Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray has only been launched a couple of weeks and one has already been wrecked! The first crash is always big news and this C8 met an early end in the hills around Yosemite in California. Details are scarce but the American muscle car was reportedly …

BMW has announced a new sharp drive away price of $74,900 for the M240i Coupe. With deliveries commencing in Q4 this year, the M240i sees a price reduction of $1900 from the previous listed price of $76,800 which excludes on-road costs. For the new attractive price, owners will be entertained …

Subaru WRX STI Kuro to keep fans hooked… for awhile Subaru is reigniting interest in its WRX STI performance flagship with a limited edition model announced exclusively for Australia – one of the world’s most performance hungry car markets. Called the Subaru WRX STI Kuro – the new name addition …

The BMW M140e could arrive as early as 2020 So different is the automotive landscape now compared to just a few years ago that not a day goes by without a manufacturer announcing yet another hybrid or fully electric model. If the latest report from Automobile in the US is …

The all-new BMW 8 Series Gran Coupé is set for its local debut in Q4 2019 with two variants: the 840i and M850i xDrive. Priced from $199,900 plus on-road costs, the 840i Gran Coupé is $3,000 cheaper than the 840i Coupé while featuring the same 3.0-litre turbocharged in-line six petrol …

Following the popularity of last year’s Navara Dual Cab 4X4 SL-based Silverline and ST Black Edition, Nissan has introduced yet another special edition model. The range-topping Nissan Navara N-Trek edition is based off the Navara Dual Cab 4X4 ST-X and brings a range of black Nissan genuine parts and accessories …

Audi has announced new pricing across the A5 Coupe and Sportback 45 TFSI quattro models, including an increase in standard equipment aimed at making the brand’s svelte sports tourer an even sweeter package. The new sharper pricing for the A5 45 TFSI quattro Sportback, Coupé and Cabriolet comes despite what …