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Volvo today further expands its line-up of SUVs with the launch of its new XC40 premium compact crossover in Milan, Italy. Joining the recently unveiled XC60 and the highly popular XC90, the XC40 is Volvo’s first model built on the company’s new modular vehicle architecture (CMA), which will underpin all other upcoming …

Much has been written about the passing of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution but the good news is; it’s coming back! Just not in the way you know it. This isn’t likely to be news to some, as ForceGT has as far back as 2014, reported that the next-generation EVO will …

Toyota is set to expand the appeal of HiLux for families, tradespeople and fleet buyers by adding eight new automatic variants in a comprehensive revamp of Australia’s best-selling vehicle range. In the first significant revitalisation of the HiLux range since the launch of the current generation, the wide-ranging update also …

Toyota has been gradually transforming itself over the past few years with more driver-focused models, including the highly acclaimed 86 coupe. Now the brand is taking it one step further with the launch of its sports oriented brand called GR in Japan. Named after the Toyota Gazoo Racing division, the …

The sight of a BMW police vehicle on Australian roads will become a common scene in the not too distance future, as BMW Australia has today announced that it will supply up to 80 BMW 5 Series sedans to the Victorian Police Highway Patrol force by the end of 2018. Replacing the …

BMW Australia has confirmed pricing and specification details for the all-new 2018 BMW X3 mid-size crossover. Available from November 2017, the new X3 range will initially consist of the X3 xDrive20d, X3 xDrive30i and X3 xDrive30d variants. The launch range will be joined by additional models in 2018. With a modern …

The all-new second-generation Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet have joined the burgeoning A5 family, arriving in Australia priced from $83,400 plus on-roads. Like its predecessor, the A5 Cabriolet features a soft top that opens in 15 seconds and closes in 18 seconds at the push of a button. It can …

Volkswagen’s hot hatch onslaught continues in Australia, with the company launching the cut price Golf R Grid Edition. Available in December, the model is unique to Australia with its name and badge coined internally at Volkswagen Australia. Priced from $47,490 for the manual hatchback, $49,990 with DSG and $51,990 for …

Hyundai’s luxury division, Genesis, has unveiled its first entry into the premium compact executive class with the all-new G70 sedan. Launched today at Hyundai Genesis Design Centre in the company’s Namyang R&D Centre in South Korea, the G70 is set to go on sale later this month in the Korean market, …

Renault has presented its SYMBIOZ connected autonomous electric concept at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show. It is the French company’s vision of the car and its role in society in 2030 and is designed to be fully integrated in the human ecosystem. “The way we use our cars is changing. …

Abarth has introduced its updated Abarth 595 in Australia. Available in both hatch and convertible variants, the pocket rocket is offered in 595 and 595 Competizione trims. Originally launched in 2008, the updated Abarth 595 is powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged engine delivering 107kW in the 595, and 132kW in …

The new Audi RS 4 Avant has been officially unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, combining high performance with everyday usability. “The Audi RS 4 Avant is our RS icon with an incomparable history,” said Stephan Winkelmann, Managing Director of Audi Sport GmbH. “In common with all our RS models, it …

Suzuki’s all-new Swift Sport has made its global debut at the 67th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show. Advancing on the previous model’s already impressive and fun package, the latest generation of the Swift Sport brings with it a myriad of changes which include a lower, wider stance, more aggressive styling, and …

After a series of prolonged teasing, the new Mercedes-AMG Project One has finally made its official world debut as the only road legal car with a Formula 1 powertrain. Power is derived from a tweaked version of the W08 F1 car’s hybrid system consisting of a 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 and …