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2009 Porsche Cayenne Diesel Announced

The Executive Board at Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has given the go-ahead: from February 2009, the sports car manufacturer will offer a Cayenne with a diesel engine and thus extend its range of drives for the sporty all-terrain vehicle further, once again. This decision was taken in response to changed legal regulations especially in European markets, resulting in tax incentives for vehicles with diesel engines. Furthermore, Porsche's stake in the Volkswagen Group, the world’s...

Volvo First to offer HD Radio Technology as Standard

Volvo will become the first automaker to offer HD Radio technology as standard equipment in all but one of its 2009 models, it was announced today. The running change becomes effective next month on the 2009 Volvo model line up.* HD Radio technology is the most significant advancement in radio broadcasting since the introduction of FM stereo. Across the United States, more than 1800 AM and FM stations are broadcasting using HD Radio technology and more than 900 are offering subscription-free...

BMW Car Keys is now a Credit Card

BMW Group Research and Technology has developed a prototype for a multifunctional car key which enables cashless payment and personalised vehicle access. “As part of our research project we first integrated a security chip into the key casing, which communicates across short distances by radio with a card reader,” says Hans-Jörg Vögel, project manager at BMW Group Forschung und Technik. In future the key could also be used for other transport systems. Indeed, electronic tickets for bus, train...

Mercedes myCOMAND, Internet-based Infotainment System

Mercedes-Benz is offering a glimpse into the future with myCOMAND, an internet-based infotainment system as part of a special preview during the Los Angeles Auto Show. myCOMAND is especially efficient and user-friendly and offers a range of functions unrivalled for variety. Using internet connectivity, all data and information is kept fresh and current at all times without the need for software or hardware updates. All functions are concentrated on one attractively designed user interface for...

2010 Kia Borrego FCEV

Kia Motors Corporation’s (KMC) Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) program takes a major technological step forward today with the global unveiling of the all-new Kia Borrego FCEV at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Numerous innovations including a higher output 154 horsepower fuel cell and a new 450-volts Supercapacitor give the Borrego FCEV higher performance, a greatly extended driving range and cold-weather starting capability to operate in sub-zero temperatures.

2010 Kia Soul In Detail

Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the North American debut of the all-new and highly anticipated Soul passenger vehicle at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. Designed in Southern California, the Soul is the newest product offering to join the company’s ever-expanding line-up, following the introduction of the all-new Borrego midsize SUV earlier this year. Soul’s bold and edgy design is indicative of the new Kia design theme, with more package and styling combinations than any previous Kia...

Video: 2009 Nissan 370Z

The 2009 Nissan 370Z's dynamic new styling offers dual benefits – a more aggressive appearance and a lighter, tighter structure for enhanced performance. The new Z's wheelbase is nearly four inches shorter than the previous generation Z (100.4 inches versus 104.3 inches), accomplished by moving the rear wheels forward in the 2nd generation FM platform, while overall length is reduced by 2.7 inches (167.1 inches versus 169.8 inches). At the same time, the overall width been increased by 1.3...

Video: 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible

The Infiniti G37 Convertible, like its coupe sister, is powered by the 3.7-litre VQ-series V6 with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift) rated at 320PS. The engine is backed by a choice of an electronically controlled seven-speed automatic transmission with magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio six-speed manual transmission.

Video: 2010 Ford Mustang Coupe and Convertible

Available for the 2010 Ford Mustang are a 4.0-liter V-6 engine, which is rated at 210 horsepower and 240 pounds-feet of torque, and a 4.6-liter V-8 engine, which is rated at 315 horsepower and 325 pounds-feet of torque. Each is mated to five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmissions.

2010 Lincoln MKZ Premiered - (USA)

Customers who have come to equate Lincoln with elegant, modern design, unparalleled comfort, unrivaled features and top quality have still more reason to favor the brand: the new 2010 Lincoln MKZ mid-size sedan. “The new MKZ improves on the success of the current vehicle with Lincoln’s new signature look, appointments that amplify and expand the Lincoln portfolio and a faster, more refined powertrain,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s president of The Americas. New for 2010, the MKZ features a...

Honda FC Sport Concept Car

Honda today revealed the Honda FC Sport design study model, a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sports car concept, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The FC Sport emphasizes the design flexibility and potential of Honda's V Flow fuel cell technology - already deployed in the Honda FCX Clarity sedan - and reconfigures it into a lightweight sports car design with an ultra-low center of gravity, powerful electric motor performance and zero-emissions. The design study concept is inspired by...

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible Premiered

Infiniti has released new pictures and details of its fifth body-style for Europe, the G37 Convertible. Arguably Infiniti’s most seductive car yet, the Infiniti G37 Convertible will go on sale across Europe from late summer 2009. As the latest expression of ‘Inspired Performance’ by Infiniti, the G37 Convertible combines beautiful styling, exciting performance and a three-piece retracting hardtop that is designed to look as good with the top up as it does down. This ‘dual beauty’ is a rare...

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560 4 Spyder

With the new Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder, Lamborghini has created a driving experience like absolutely no other – fascinating design, breathtaking performance and extreme handling characteristics come together with all the sensual intensity and open-air pleasure that only a soft top super sports car can deliver. An even more powerful engine, permanent all-wheel drive and an all-new chassis mean that the Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder offers yet another significant increase in performance...

Lexus Previews 2009 RX 350 and RX 450h

Lexus has today unveiled the next-generation of its RX SUV models at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The new models are the double overhead cam (DOHC) V6 RX 350 and a hybrid RX 450h. The two models have been redesigned and restyled. Both models will go on sale in Australia -RX 350 will be available in the first quarter of 2009 and RX 450h mid-year. The RX range has been fitted with redesigned engines and suspension, and features significant safety improvements.

Renault-Nissan co-developed V6 dCi Diesel engine

The Renault-Nissan Alliance unveiled its brand-new V6 dCi Diesel engine (V9X type) on Laguna Coupe at the Paris motorshow, in October 2008. This engine is the first Diesel V6 engine developed and produced by the Alliance. It will equip upper-range vehicles to meet the growing worldwide demand for engines that are powerful and yet fuel and CO2 efficient. The Alliance cooperation has made it possible for both Renault and Nissan to offer a state-of-the art premium powertrain to their...

2010 Mazda3 Sedan Unveiled

Developed in line with Mazda’s Sustainable Zoom-Zoom philosophy of engineering vehicles that are fun to drive, satisfying to own, and environmentally responsible, the all-new Mazda3 is one of the most anticipated product launches at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The popular Mazda3 – the company’s best-selling vehicle worldwide – arrives as a fully reengineered, completely redesigned, second-generation compact sedan providing:

2009 Nissan Cube Introduced

Nissan today held the European unveiling of the all-new Cube at its London, England, based European design headquarters. The car will go on sale in the primary markets of Western Europe in late 2009. Already an icon in its home market of Japan, the new Cube has been developed as a global model and from early next year, will also go on sale in North America. Characterised by its rounded-off squared dimensions, it’s easy to see how Cube got its name. Boasting bags of character, Cube also...

2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid - (USA)

The Mercury Milan builds on a strong foundation of quality and reliability, adding to the mix for the 2010 model year an all-new hybrid model, more fuel-efficient gasoline powertrain options, class-exclusive technologies and a more refined, sophisticated design. “The Milan has been a strong part of the Mercury lineup since its initial launch and has helped attract more consumers to dealer showrooms,” said John Felice, general manager, Ford, Lincoln Mercury Marketing. “For sophisticated...

2010 Ford Fusion Sport Unveiled - (USA)

The base 2010 Ford Fusion already is a fun-to-drive mid-size car. With an even sportier look, a bigger, more-powerful engine, special 18 inch wheels and upgraded suspension tuning to go along with a distinctive interior, the new 2010 Ford Fusion Sport is a dynamic, welcome addition. “We’re maintaining the fun-to-drive elements that made the Ford Fusion such a huge success and building on those,” said Chief Engineer J.D. Shanahan. “Our 2010 models are even more fun to drive with better...

Video: 2009 Porsche Cayman S Facelifted

We bring you first footage of the new 2009 Porsche Cayman S Facelift.

Video: 2009 Porsche Boxster S Facelift

We bring you first footage of the 2009 Porsche Boxster S Facelift.

2009 Porsche Cayman and Boxster Facelift

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is presenting the second generation of the mid-engined Boxster and Cayman sports cars for the first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The highlight of the new generation is of course the new flat-six boxer engines developed with new technical features from the ground up, providing not only more power, but also significantly greater fuel efficiency than their predecessors. A further improvement of both fuel economy and performance is guaranteed by the...

2010 Ford Mustang Details

Lessons learned on the track and from specialty Mustangs mean even more fun for drivers of the new 2010 Ford Mustang – especially those who want to customize their powertrains. Available for the 2010 Ford Mustang are a 4.0-liter V-6 engine, which is rated at 210 horsepower and 240 pounds-feet of torque, and a 4.6-liter V-8 engine, which is rated at 315 horsepower and 325 pounds-feet of torque. Each is mated to five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmissions. “We have fantastic...

2009 Nissan 370Z - Sculpted, Engineered and Equipped

In the first full redesign of the iconic Nissan Z since its re-introduction as a 2003 model, nearly every piece and component has been rethought or redesigned – shorter wheelbase, greater use of lightweight body materials, new engine with more horsepower and improved fuel economy, a new 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, a world's first synchronized downshift rev matching system for the manual transmission, new high quality driver-centric interior and new available technology...

2009 Ford Fiesta Sedan

Ford today staged the global reveal of its all-new Fiesta four-door sedan at the Guangzhou Auto Show, delivering in full on the bold promise made by the Verve Concept notchback last year. The dynamic all-new Fiesta sedan features Ford's signature kinetic design elements – introduced to China first on the exciting Fiesta five-door hatchback at Auto China in Beijing in April – demonstrating the versatility of this unique design language and its consumer appeal in important global markets....

2010 Mazda 3 Sedan, More Details

On November 19, 2008, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, Mazda will unveil the all-new 2010 MAZDA3, the much-anticipated successor to the company's best-selling car globally. The new MAZDA3 is perfectly positioned for the rapidly changing auto market. It offers a mix of quality, styling, power, dynamics and fit and finish that hits the bulls-eye for today's customers. In typical Mazda fashion, MAZDA3 will offer standard and optional equipment simply not found on other cars in this class -...

2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid - (USA)

The 2009 Sierra Hybrid joins the Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid as the only full-size hybrid pickup trucks on the market. Equipped with GM’s two-mode hybrid system, Sierra Hybrid is offered in the crew cab body style and is also available with 4WD. EPA-estimated fuel economy for 2WD models is 21 mpg city and 22 on the highway; 4WD models are estimated at 20 mpg in city and highway driving. That mileage, combined with a 26-gallon (98 L) fuel tank, delivers a cruising range of more than 500 miles...

2009 Volvo XC60 and DRIVe enters production

With the Volvo XC60 Volvo Car Corporation is stepping boldly into the growing crossover segment. At the other end of the range it is offering the C30, S40 and V50 1.6D DRIVe with best in class consumption and lowest CO2 emission levels. Both the XC60 and the DRIVe cars have successfully entered the mass production stage in Volvo Cars' Ghent plant during the last weeks.

2009 Volvo S80L Announced

Volvo Car Corporation proudly presented the Volvo S80L at the 6th Guangzhou Motor Show in south China. The S80L, a long wheelbase version of the popular S80 sedan, has been locally tailored and specifically designed for the market in China. Furthermore, the Volvo S80L will be locally produced in China. The new design was unveiled by Dr. Alexander Klose, CEO of Volvo Car China, and marks the acceleration of its localization plan. Volvo Cars has enjoyed stable growth since entering China. It...

2009 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid - (USA)

Chevrolet today announced pricing for the 2009 Silverado Hybrid - the only full-size hybrid pickup on the market. It starts at $38,995, including a $975 destination charge, for 2WD models with the 1HY package. The MSRP does not reflect a $2,200 federal tax credit that applies to many customers who purchase the Silverado Hybrid. The Silverado Hybrid delivers fuel economy comparable to many midsize sedans, but with the cargo and towing capability expected from a full-size truck. It is offered...

2009 Pontiac G6 Facelift - (USA)

Pontiac has announced that it is ringing in the new year with a fresh look for its best-selling line of G6 mid-size vehicles. Additional fuel-saving powertrain options, more aggressive exterior styling, and a sleek new instrument panel highlight the 2009.5 model G6, which will begin arriving in Pontiac dealerships in January. "The G6 has always been one of our most important vehicles and has been Pontiac's number-one seller since it was launched in 2004," said Susan Docherty, vice...

Caterham Drive Experience, The Ultimate Christmas Drift

Forget socks, awful jumpers and smellies this Christmas and give a loved one a gift to remember by strapping them into one of the world’s best handling cars. Caterham Drive Experience (CDX) vouchers can be exchanged for an adrenaline-fuelled day, putting people in the seat of a legendary Seven sports car where they’ll learn how to burn rubber in style. Through friendly coaching in a relaxed environment, CDX participants are taught the type of driving skills usually reserved for racers and...

2009 BMW 7 Series, A Technical ‘tour de force’ in Showrooms

The launch of the new BMW 7 Series on 15 November heralded the arrival of a host of world-first driver and passenger-focussed technologies. As the world’s best selling luxury car, the four previous generations of BMW 7 Series have consistently offered the highest levels of technology, with the first 750i of 1987 famously offering more computing power than NASA utilised to put man on the moon. Now the latest BMW 7 Series has raised the technological benchmark again. As a world first in the...

2009 Toyota Auris, Gains a Competitive Advantage - (UK)

The Toyota Auris gains a competitive advantage in the C-segment hatchback market with the introduction of a new engine that delivers lower emissions, better fuel economy and improved power and torque. And with the benefit of Toyota Stop&Start technology, environmental performance is further enhanced, with particular benefit in urban traffic. The new Auris 1.33 Dual VVT-i Stop&Start has the distinction of being the first Toyota to go on sale in the UK with the benefit of Toyota...

2009 Honda Accord i-DTEC Recieves Automatic Transmission

Honda will launch its first automatic transmission for a diesel engine in the New Year, with the new gearbox debuting in the latest Accord. The eagerly-awaited auto ‘box for Honda’s i-DTEC engine means the Accord will appeal to a new segment of customers, particularly in the corporate market, where high mileage user choosers often will only consider an automatic transmission. “Company car tax legislation has driven much growth in diesel sales and resulted in traditional ‘petrol heads’...

2009 Mazda 2 Refined Versions Launched

Mazda Motor Corporation has released refined versions of the Mazda Demio compact on sale in Japan. Known as the Mazda2 in overseas markets, the Mazda Demio has earned high praise in Japan and abroad. The freshened model goes on sale today at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Autozam dealerships nationwide. Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices range from 1,195,000 to 1,621,750 yen (including consumption tax). The freshened interior features a glossy black center panel and matching materials for...

Video: 2009 Opel Insignia Sedan Design Brief

Mark Adams, Vice President of Design for GM Europe, walks us through the exterior design details of the 2009 Opel Insignia Sedan and how German engineering and art comes together.

2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS by JE DESIGN

The tuning forgery JE DESIGN has been known as one of the leading refiners for the brand Seat. Gradually, the program has been extended for large SUV from the Volkswagen group. And therefore, it is only logical that they now also developed an extensive program for the Porsche Cayenne GTS, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. The JE DESIGN styling program for the current Porsche Cayenne models includes a front- and rear skirt extension made of ABS, a material known from...

2009 Audi S3 Sportback S tronic

A milestone in transmission technology is now available in the Audi S3 and S3 Sportback sporty compact models. The S tronic dual-clutch transmission unites the powerful two-liter TFSI engine with the road in a manner that is both sporty and efficient. This ensures quicker acceleration, high agility and ride comfort along with improved fuel efficiency. A genuine marvel of engineering, the revolutionary S tronic dual-clutch transmission has been a sensation ever since it debuted in the Audi TT...

2009 Audi A4L Announced

Audi is the first premium brand to introduce a prestigious long-wheelbase version in the upper mid-size category exclusively for the Chinese market: the Audi A4L’s wheelbase is 60 millimeters (2.36 inches) longer, which benefits rear-seat passengers in particular. The A4L thus offers unrivalled spaciousness in its segment. Manufactured at the plant in Changchun, China, the new Audi A4L made its debut yesterday in Beijing. Peter Schwarzenbauer, Member of the Board of Management for Marketing...

2009 Renault Clio Renaultsport 197 Lux - (UK)

Renault has the perfect solution for customers who like their hot hatch thrills with just a touch more refinement and extra comfort, with a new version of the much-acclaimed Clio Renaultsport 197, the ‘Lux’. The new Lux version comes packed with extra features such as leather upholstery and automatic climate control, worth £2,000 as individual options, yet at £16,995, Lux costs just £1,000 more than the standard version. In addition to the leather upholstery and climate control, the Lux...

Video: 2009 Mercedez-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

The Mercedez-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series is powered by a twin-turbo 6.0-litre V12 engine that produces 493kW and 1,000Nm of torque which is electronically limited. You would expect to see the latest 7-speed G-Tronic gearbox equiped, but no, the Black Series makes do with the 5-speed semi-automatic gearbox. Even with the 5-speed gearbox, the Black Series sprints from 0-100km/hr in 3.8 seconds and tops out at 320km/hr which is also electronically limited.

2009 Fiat 500 Abarth DA 0 A 100 - (Italy)

To mark Karl Abarth's centenary, the brand has brought out a Limited Edition of the Abarth 500, known as the "DA 0 A 100"; a total of 101 will be manufactured. The Abarth 500 "DA 0 A 100" is a tribute to the founder's passion, and a clear reference to his life, starting from the specific silencer and variable counter-pressure exhaust system, harking back to one of the products that made the Abarth name famous all over the world. The hide colour leather upholstery with...

2009 BMW M3 Sedan Launched - (Australia)

The most passionately revered name in the BMW M playbook is about to be conferred on the new BMW 3 Series Sedan, as for the first time ever, a four-door BMW M3 arrives in Australia. The BMW M3 Sedan is a car that both the heart and the head will be able to agree on. Powered by the unique V8, 4.0-litre, 309 kW engine, producing 400 Nm of torque and revving to a stratospheric 8,400 rpm red line, the BMW M3 Sedan adds the most practical of body shells complete with five seats and substantial...

2009 BMW 7 Series, Details - (UK)

The launch of the fifth generation BMW 7 Series marks a new in-class benchmark in automotive luxury, technical innovation and driving dynamics, combined with emissions-reducing and fuel-saving technology. The flagship of the BMW model range debuts on 15 November with a host of world firsts and will initially be offered with a choice of three powerplants, one diesel and two petrol engines. The two petrol-powered cars will be offered with a long-wheelbase body. All three engines produce more...

2009 Porsche Cayenne GTS by EDO

edo competition Motorsport is now offering more power for the Porsche Cayenne GTS and an aerodynamics package that transforms this SUV into a true powerhouse with the alluring character of a sports car. The Porsche Cayenne GTS provides the basis for the edo GTS. The figures send a clear message: The engine generates 450 horsepower (331 kW) and a maximum torque of 530 Nm (391 ft-lb) at 3,800 rpm. The sprint from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes a scant 6.4 seconds and the top speed is an...

2009 Aston Martin Vantage GT4

Aston Martin Racing has released the 2009 specification Vantage GT4 based on Aston Martin’s new 4.7 liter V8 Vantage. The new Vantage GT4 builds on the success of its predecessor, the 4.3 liter Vantage N24. The Vantage GT4 has been under development for six months and was unveiled in Dubai this week by Aston Martin chairman, David Richards, and tested extensively at the Dubai Autodrome. The car is an evolution of the N24 with the larger capacity engine being more responsive with...

2009 Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG Turbo Announced

The most powerful natural gas-propelled vehicle premieres in December when Opel presents its first Compressed Natural Gas compact van with a turbo-charger at the Bologna motor show (December 5 to 14, 2008). The new Zafira 1.6 CNG Turbo has an output of 150 hp and a top speed of 200 km/h but consumes only 5.3 kg of natural gas per 100 km in the MVEG cycle, emitting just 144 g/km of CO2. That means 60 percent more horsepower for a difference of only 6 grams in emissions than the naturally...

Tesla Roadster Concept Car by BRABUS

The first tuned electric car comes from BRABUS: The first project of the future cooperation between Tesla Motors, Inc. and the new BRABUS business division Zero Emission celebrates its world debut at the 2008 Essen Motor Show. BRABUS presents an exclusive customization program for the Tesla Roadster, the world’s first electrically powered production sports car. The new BRABUS logo with added lightning bolt is the trademark of BRABUS Zero Emission vehicles. To give the sports car a more...

2009 Subaru Impreza STI Type 20 by Litchfield

Subaru specialists Litchfield has taken the wraps off the fastest 2.0litre Subaru they have ever produced. Built to celebrate Litchfield’s move to new larger premises, the new Subaru Impreza STI Type-20 will be built to order for those customers wanting the world’s hottest hatch. Litchfield has been at the forefront of Subaru development for many years and the latest 2008 Impreza STI model is no exception. The original MY08 Type-20 “Concept” was unveiled at the prestigious Autosport show...

2009 Jeep J8 Production Begins

Chrysler LLC and the Arab American Vehicles Company (AAV) today officially announced the manufacturing launch of the Jeep J8 multipurpose vehicle at AAV's Cairo assembly plant. "We're pleased to recognise this important milestone and the role of both Chrysler and the Arab Organisation for Industrialisation," said Hussein Mustafa Mohamed, Chairman, Arab American Vehicles Co. "The launch of the incredibly versatile Jeep J8 and the anticipated demand for its export is an...

Review: 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4L Prestige

The current JB Series Grand Vitara came fresh of the boat in Australia back in September 2005 and signaled a change for the Japanese brand’s compact SUV with a move to a modern monocoque chassis with fully independent suspension. Previous Grand Vitara’s got by with an old-school separate chassis and a live rear axle. As compact SUV’s have had to become multi-talented, easy to drive on the road day to day yet still able to handle the dreamt about off the beaten track holiday, the change was...

Video: 2009 Aston Martin One-77 Episode 2

The second video in the series to outline why the One-77 is so special to Aston Martin.

2009 Lexus IS Range - (UK)

It’s reasonable to expect that when you are given more, you will have to pay more. But that logic simply does not apply where the new 2009 Lexus IS is concerned. Lexus has given its stylish sports saloon sharper looks inside and out, added extra equipment features and made detail adjustments to provide even better handling, while at the same time cutting prices – by more than £1,000 on some models.

2009 Jeep Patriot S Limited - (UK)

Adding a touch of class and luxury to a car that has already won numerous accolades the Jeep Patriot S-Limited is the latest offering from the Jeep brand. Available with a 2.4-litre petrol engine, this special edition model boasts a series of exterior and interior improvements, including chrome grille surrounds, body colored door handles and mirrors, rear parking sensor plus a special S-Limited badge and front and rear under-ride body-kit, all of which ensure it is a worthy addition to the...

2009 Saab 93 2.0T Convertible Special Edition

The first ever Saab Convertible made its world debut at the Frankfurt auto show in the fall of 1983. Now, 25 years later, a Special Edition makes its American debut at the Los Angeles International auto show which opens to the public on November 22. This new version of the Saab 9-3 Convertible will be showcased in a unique bright champagne metallic color. Saab surprised the automotive world when it pioneered the concept of a ‘four season, four-seat’ soft top Convertible. Designed to be...

2009 Bentley Azure T Announced

Stylish and powerful, the new Bentley Azure T is the world’s most elegant convertible and destined to become a future classic. With unique Bentley ‘T’ styling cues reinforcing its sporting stance, the 500bhp Bentley Azure T delivers driver-focused performance with the ability to transport four adults in first-class, open-top luxury.

Review: 2008 Suzuki Swift Sport - For Spirited Driving

After a week of driving the Swift Sport we're impressed and reinvigorated by the small cars. Whether you’re downsizing or buying your first car, owning a Light car doesn’t have to be a compromise. Suzuki’s Swift Sport raises both of my eyebrows and you’ll see why. The Sport model sits proudly at the top of the Swift range, at $23,990 it is a competitively priced hot hatch against its rivals. Currently on offer in the sub junior fast lane is Ford’s Fiesta XR4 at $24,990, Mitsubishi’s Colt...

2009 Nissan 370Z Power Figures Announced

Well we all guessed it; a 3.7L V6 powers the new Nissan 370Z. The increase of displacement from 3.5L to 3.7L than that of the 350Z allows an additional 26hp gain from the new engine, hitting an impressive total of 332hp. Along with this; the 370Z gets a shorter wheelbase than that of the previous generation 350Z to improve in the handling department. We also hoped that the new model will go on a much needed diet, and it has; Nissan have said that the 370Z will use lightweight materials...

2009 Hyundai Genesis, Three Special Edition Sedans by Prada

Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker, and Prada, one of the world’s leading brands in the luxury goods industry, will collaborate to create three special edition Genesis sedans that will combine the best technology and industrial design with quality materials, craftsmanship and an innovative new approach aimed at creating a new driving experience. One car will be unveiled at the 2009 Seoul Motor Show and then displayed at Hyundai Motor Company’s headquarters in Seoul, while...

Lexus IS-F Full Details

For 30 years, Yukihiko Yaguchi has been a man on a mission - to build a vehicle he would want to drive, love to own and would stir the emotions of all that experienced it. The result of this ambition is the IS F: a vehicle that delivers exceptional performance and handling, is engineered to inspire and yet holds true to the Lexus values of being built to the highest levels of fit and finish. Yaguchi is an enthusiast, a performance hard-case who loves to drive fine, responsive equipment....

The Lexus IS-F is Fast - (Australia)

Almost 20 years after the introduction of its first luxury vehicle in Australia , Lexus has launched its first dedicated performance vehicle - the IS F. IS F is the result of the efforts of one man, Yukihiko Yaguchi, the Chief Engineer for IS F; whose determination to produce a dedicated Lexus performance vehicle assured the project went from concept to reality. Based on the popular IS platform, the IS F underwent an extensive re-engineering and development program befitting a vehicle...

2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Pace Car

The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid and 2010 Ford Fusion Sport have been chosen to be the official pace cars of the Ford 400, the NASCAR Sprint Cup season finale and the final race of Ford Championship Weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sunday. The 2010 Fusion Hybrid will be the first hybrid electric vehicle ever to lead the field to the green flag at a NASCAR Sprint Cup event. Both the Fusion Hybrid and Fusion Sport will be decked out in NASCAR-inspired camouflage paint schemes; the cars will...

Nissan NV2500 Concept Car Announced

Nissan North America, Inc. today announced its Nissan NV2500 Concept, which makes its public debut in early January at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. One of the largest concepts vehicle ever created by Nissan, the innovative NV2500 Concept previews the company's entry into the North American Commercial Vehicle (CV) market in 2010 and is designed to highlight multi-purpose utility solutions in the real world.

2009 Peugeot 308 Touring, All Set for Summer - (Australia)

The 308 Touring, a stylish yet practical wagon which offers the versatility of seven seats as an option, is all set for summer thanks to a complimentary “Flex Pack” that comes with every car sold and delivered between now and January 31, 2009. Consisting of a Thule roof bar set, a Thule roof box or Thule roof mounted twin bike racks and a Tom Tom XL portable satellite navigation unit which features a large 4.3” inch widescreen, the “Flex Pack” is perfectly tailored to the needs of a 308...

2009 WEBER Faster One, World’s Fastest Street-Legal Sports Car?

Swiss Precision Creates the World’s Fastest Street-Legal Sports Car Legendary Swiss precision is no longer limited to the domain of creating of the world’s most prestigious chronographs. It’s time for the WEBER SPORTCARS faster one! Using a unique combination of high-tech engineering and uncompromising innovative styling geared toward maximum aerodynamic efficiency, WEBER SPORTCARS from Tobel in the Swiss canton Thurgau develops and builds the world’s fastest street-legal sports car. The...

2009 Honda CR-V Special Edition - (Australia)

Honda’s popular CR-V is now even better value thanks to the Special Edition model which is on sale now. The Special Edition Honda CR-V, based on the entry model, has the following additional features: Alloy wheels Reversing sensors Roof racks Fog lights The Special Edition Honda CR-V offers $3,000 worth of additional value for only $1,000 above the standard price. The Special Edition CR-V with a 5-speed manual transmission is just $32,990* with the automatic transmission an...

2009 Mazda 6 MZR-CD 2.2-litre Turbo Diesel Engine, Details

The second-generation Mazda6 was launched in November 2007 and represented an evolution of Mazda Zoom-Zoom. It set a new standard in the non-premium CD segment for its combination of eye-catching stylishness, exclusive driving experience and insightful packaging, all offered in three distinct body styles. Since launch, it has found over 85,000 owners in Europe and has been contributing to Mazda Motor Europe’s record sales in 2008. Now the Mazda6 is about to get even more popular with the...

Volkswagen CC Performance Concept Car

Powerful performance meets luxury in the Super CC performance concept Volkswagen unveiled at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The Performance CC brings a sleek exterior treatment highlighted by black chrome exterior accents, grey pearl paint with custom front and rear bumper, side panels and machined aluminum spoiler. The black treatment continues inside with high-gloss piano black accents offset by matte black graphics. Customer black leather Recaro seats and matching floor mats are...

2009 Honda Life

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that sales in Japan of the all-new Life will begin on November 7, 2008. Continuing a tradition of superior comfort and utility, the new Life offers enhanced drivability and is the first minicar in Japan to include an audio system with a backup camera as standard equipment.*1 In addition, a special mobility-assistive version of Life with lift-up frontpassenger seat will go on sale December 5. The all-new Life was developed with the concept of “daily smile...

Review: 2008 smart Fortwo, How smart is it?

So what are smart cars all about? The marque smart is the acronym for, “Swatch Mercedes ART”, which was a project by both Mercedes-Benz and Swiss manufacturer Swatch; to develop a new breed of production vehicles. First known as the Swatchmobile, the new designs were set to use new innovative hybrid technologies to achieve the objective of economical cars that are simple to park. Keeping this in mind and taking a glance over the production model smart Fortwo, you can actually see they...

2009 Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M Launched

To commemorate Ferrari's 16th manufacturer's title win in Formula 1, the recently spied F430 Scuderia Spider adopts the nameplate 16M to pay tribute. Based on the Ferrari 430 Scuderia launched in 2007, 499 examples of the Scuderia Spider 16M will be produced. For those that missed out on the Scuderia coupe, perhaps an open-top version could suit. One this to mention is the F430 Scuderia Spider 16M is Ferrari's fastest open top vehicle... ever. The Scuderia Spider 16M is available in a...

2009 Mercedes ML63 AMG 10th Anniversary

The successful ML 63 AMG will shortly be launched as the especially exclusive “10th Anniversary” variant. The 375-kW/510-hp top M-Class model fascinates with its striking appearance and extraordinary standard features. With the ML 63 AMG “10th Anniversary”, Mercedes AMG is celebrating ten years of high-performance SUVs. The ML 55 AMG with a 255-kW/347-hp AMG 5.5-l V8 engine, launched in 1999, is considered the trendsetter and founder of an entire vehicle segment. The ML 63 AMG “10th...

2009 Mercedes ML63 AMG Performance Studio

With the ML 63 AMG “Performance Studio”, the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO, opened in 2006, showcases its expertise in helping realise the dreams of individual motorists, offering exclusivity at the Affalterbach location. The very special M-Class features a combination of uniquely detailed fittings typical of the vehicles designed in the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO. Matching its “metallic Peridot brown” exterior paintwork, the ML 63 AMG “Performance Studio” features 21” high-sheen AMG light alloy wheels...

2009 Porsche 911 GT2 by 9ff

In order to optimise a perfect top athlete like the Porsche GT2 in a sustainable way, it is necessary to make extensive changes which have to be based on many years of know-how. A kind of expert knowledge the Dortmund-based Porsche refiner 9ff undeniably has. With the 9ff GT2, the owner and head developer Jan Fatthauer and his team once again undermine their skills and present a vehicle which has been optimised in all its driving abilities. The objective was to build a GT2 which is able to...

2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan by RKSport

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) and RKSport, Inc. teamed up to develop a customized, high-performance Genesis sedan for the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. HATCI contributed a supercharged Tau V8 engine with cylinder deactivation technology that boosts output to 460-horsepower and improves fuel economy by up to 8 percent. RKSport customized the recently launched rear-wheel drive Genesis inside and out to help make it one of the main attractions at...

20009 Hyundai Genesis by RIDES

Hyundai Motor America and RIDES magazine are teaming up to develop a customized Hyundai Genesis for the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. The RIDES Genesis will be the ultimate in technology, style and refinement, containing the latest in technology both inside and out. As added incentive to visit the Hyundai display, 5,000 RIDES Digital Genesis iTunes cards will be distributed from the car's Wi-Fi network during the show at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Nov. 4 –...

2009 Toyota Yaris Tailback

Based on the all-new 2009 Toyota Yaris Five-Door Liftback, the Yaris Five-Door Tailback concept highlights functionality and youthful styling. Functionality is emphasized through the automated rear suicide doors and rear split tailgate. The exterior features aggressively styled modifications including a custom wide body kit that enhances the front and rear fascia with a center exit exhaust, grille, and widened front and rear fender flares that incorporate new full length side rocker panels....

2009 Toyota TRD Tundra TR

The 2009 Tundra TR Concept is directed to the drag racing segment of automobile enthusiasts. Back in the 60's and early 70's, auto manufacturers responded to the growing desire for high performance automobiles by creating a segment now known as muscle cars. The ideal concept was to pair the lightest platform with the largest motor, thus giving the buyer the best horsepower to weight ratio possible. While many of the packages loudly advertised the car's performance (SuperBee, Boss 302, GTO,...

2009 Toyota Tacoma Retro

The Tacoma Truck Concept is a fun look back to Toyota’s long-standing heritage of building highly capable, durable trucks that met the needs of a wide variety of drivers. Rather than focus on flash or power, this concept looks towards capability and efficiency by showcasing Toyota’s venerable 4cyl engine, but mating it to a 4-speed automatic transmission and solid front axle-equipped 4WD system. Tied thematically to the Toyota Trucks from the 80’s, the Tacoma Truck features American Racing AR23...

2009 Toyota RAV4 Performance Sport

After creating a new definition in the small sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment, the RAV4 Performance Sport goes a step further by setting a new design standard. With its glass roof and enhanced seating configuration, audio, and NAV systems, this vehicle creates a contemporary sporty interior design not seen before. Bold aggressive exterior styling, accented by 22-inch Alloy Wheels, hood scoop, and customized designed performance front with flared fender sides creates the impression that...

2009 Toyota Matrix 6 String

Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. and Fender Musical Instruments Corporation have partnered to create the Matrix 6-String concept car with design elements created and inspired by the world-renowned Fender Custom Shop. With Matrix's appeal to independent males who are a little rebellious in nature and like to experience things first hand and Fender's rich rock-n-roll history and credibility with the youth market, this relationship was a natural pairing.

Holden Commodore Improves Fuel Efficiency - (Australia)

GM Holden has upgraded its Alloytec V6 engine on Omega and Berlina models within the VE Commodore range. The improvement offers fuel savings (ADR 81/01) of up to 0.4 litres per 100 kilometres for petrol models and an impressive 1.3 litres per 100 kilometres for LPG variants. The upgraded all-alloy V6 engine reduces noxious tailpipe emissions* assisting petrol Commodore Omega and Berlina variants achieve the highest Green Vehicle Guide noxious emissions score possible (8.5 points out of 10),...

2009 BMW 3 Series Facelift - (Australia)

The most successful BMW 3 Series yet will be replaced by a new model in November, offering new styling, new features and a new price point. The car that invented the luxury compact sports sedan segment in 1975 and which has dominated the class over five generations will now be even more popular with Australian buyers, thanks to the increase in standard specification for the entry model. The new entry point is the 320i Executive, complete with Dakota leather trim, power front seats, light...

2009 Nissan Qashqai, Sound and Style for the Senses - (UK)

It’s always good to celebrate a success, and Nissan has done just that with the introduction of the Qashqai Sound & Style. Marking a record-breaking run for the innovative crossover that has seen sales across Europe comfortably exceed 250,000 since its introduction last year, the new special edition provides even more in the way of creature comforts. Unashamedly luxurious, it’s based on the top-of-the-range Tekna model, so the specification already includes such items as dual zone...

2009 Audi A5 2.0 TDI, Eyecatching Economy

The cost of cutting a dash in the Audi A5 coupé has just been further reduced by the frugal new 53mpg A5 2.0 TDI, which is available to order now in front-wheel-drive and quattro four-wheel-drive forms priced from £28,485 OTR, and will reach its first UK customers in March 2009. Its launch also coincides with the introduction of the even more striking S line specification for all A5 models, available at a premium of £2,250 over standard trim. In keeping with its performance coupé...

New Caterham To Be Created Online, World First

In a world first, the next model to be produced by Caterham Cars will be created online by the public. In collaboration with Project Splitwheel (www.splitwheel.com), the manufacturer of the legendary Seven is offering every car enthusiast, irrespective of any engineering skill, design experience or mechanical ability, a dream opportunity to design an all-new sports car. To be part of automotive history, people can join ‘Project Splitwheel’ from its dedicated website, www.splitwheel.com....

Race for Nissan GTR Order Book

Nissan’s jaw-dropping GT-R – the anyone, anywhere, anytime supercar – has sold up a storm in its first few weeks’ pre-sale in Australia. Since order taking began on October 9, more than 100 GT-R have been pre-sold as customers rush to secure their part of Australia’s performance car legacy. The Nissan GT-R, which is eclipsing many previous supercar benchmarks around the world – and consistently wins comparisons with the world’s allegedly finest – and hitherto fastest – production coupes,...

Seven Mopar Underground Vehicles Displayed at SEMA

The company will showcase eight vehicles at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which runs from Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The opportunity for SRT engineering to “one-up” the modern-day pony car war comes to fruition with the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT10 concept. Power for the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT10 concept comes from the Dodge Viper 8.4-liter, all-aluminium V-10 engine with 600 horsepower and 560 lb. ft. of torque. This new halo concept car delivers the...

2009 Volvo R-Design XC90 - (Australia)

The expansion of the R-Design offering across the XC90 range will also see the XC90 V8 R-Design replace the XC90 V8 Sport. The XC90 V8 R-Design is fitted with Volvo’s Dynaudio Premium Sound system, complete with 12 speakers and six-stack CD player, as well as Bi-Xenon headlights with washers, Auto Dim rear view mirror, Rain Sensor wipers and the Interior Air Quality System (IAQS). The XC90 V8 R-Design also gains an aggressive quad exhaust system giving a pleasing, sportier sound. The...

2009 Volvo R-Design V70 - (Australia)

The new Volvo V70 T6 R-Design is imbued with a sportier essence via its unique 18-inch Cratus alloy wheels and lowered, sports-tuned suspension comprising higher-rated anti-roll bars and bushings. The V70 T6 R-Design sits 20mm lower at the front, and 15mm lower at the rear than the standard V70 T6. The R-Design styling gives the V70 a sportier look too, with a colour-matched rear spoiler, matt satin finish grille and exterior mirrors and 90 mm chrome exhaust pipes. The R-Design V70 T6...

Mitsubishi’s Evo X Joins Forces with the Victoria Police

Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced a new assignment for the company’s ultimate performance car, the Lancer Evolution – the vehicle has been named as the official promotional vehicle for the Victoria Police. Sporting the familiar chequered Victoria Police decals, this special Lancer Evolution is to be featured in numerous public events such as open days, charity events, educational sessions, parades and regular street patrols. President and chief executive officer of...

2009 Updated Barina - 4 Out of 5 ANCAP Stars - (Australia)

The Holden Barina recently had a makeover and got its mid-life facelift in August 2008, where it recieved added safety features to raise - or rather double - the ANCAP safety rating for the light car. The current TK Barina released in 2005 and was tested at the time and received an ANCAP safety rating of 2 stars, one of the lowest in its segment. GM Holden has announced that the latest tests for the upgraded Barina achieved a 4 star rating as a result of the structural improvements, and the...

Video: Dodge Challenger SRT 10 Concept Car

The opportunity for SRT engineering to “one-up” the modern-day pony car war comes to fruition with the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT10 concept. Power for the 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT10 concept comes from the Dodge Viper 8.4-liter, all-aluminum V-10 engine with 600 horsepower and 560 lb. ft. of torque. This new halo concept car delivers the well-known SRT credo of benchmark performance. The 2009 Challenger SRT10 concept was developed by Chrysler’s in-house performance engineering...

Toyota TRD Tundra Double Cab Concept Car

The TRD Tundra Double Cab 4x4 Off-Road Concept starts with a 6.5-foot bed. It combines an extensive list of custom features designed to showcase new TRD products on a rugged heavy-duty off-road truck that can be used to pull a large car-hauler trailer. The 5.7-liter V8 engine has been upgraded with the new TRD supercharger system that incorporates an air-to-liquid intercooler that boosts output to approximately 500 horsepower and is 50-state emission legal.

2009 Peugeot 107, Facelifted

Its love of the city dates from the Spring of 2005, though it is more than happy to take the motorway out of town... With more than 322,000 units produced (to the end of September 2008) and owners among the best ambassadors of its numerous qualities, the 107 provides an efficient and clever response to the needs of urban mobility and does so with a smile on its face. Its fun-and-youthful appearance, multiple body colors and cute-shaped headlamps light up the road as well as the lives of...

Toyota Tacoma V8 Incross Concept Car

The Tacoma V8 Incross concept vehicle combines several new design components and a unique color scheme with V8 power to provide an exciting new look with added passenger room, utility and performance capabilities. The first use of Toyota’s 4.7-liter, i-Force V8 engine in a Tacoma provides plenty of motivation for the Incross. The V8 produces 271 horsepower and 313 lb/ft of torque. It is equipped with TRD (Toyota Racing Development) headers and custom dual exhaust by Tube Solutions....

Toyota TRD Tundra Street Concept Car

The TRD Tundra Street Concept is based on the 2007 Toyota Tundra and incorporates a host of features specially developed for this model by TRD (Toyota Racing Development), providing significant styling and handling revisions and a more powerful, supercharged engine designed to peak the interest of any serious performance enthusiast. The stock 5.7-liter DOHC VVTi V8 engine is equipped with TRD supercharger and intercooler package featuring an Eaton roots-type supercharger with an integrated...

Toyota TRD Tacoma X Runner Concept Car

The Toyota Racing Development (TRD) X-Runner concept explores the boundaries of sport truck power and performance. The TRD X-Runner adds several newly designed and developed components and a carefully tuned chassis, taking the truck to new levels of performance and styling. Power has been increased dramatically by modifying and upgrading the standard 4.0-liter DOHC VVT-i V6 and adding a new TRD designed supercharger and intercooler package. The supercharger features an Eaton Roots-type...

Review: 2008 Kia Sorento 2.5L Turbo Diesel, A Soft Roader Capable of Off Roading

We’ve just spent a week driving Kia’s Sorento medium sized 4x4 powered by a new 2.5L Turbo Diesel engine. But before we tell you about the soft leather seats in the luxury trimmed EX-L model, let’s see where this vehicle fits into the Australian automotive landscape. As Australian buyers continue to move away from the traditional large sedan, more of us are attracted to the all round talents of a 4WD, or Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) as they are often referred as. So much that in motoring...

Hyundai R Engine

"R proves Hyundai's diesel development capabilities really are world-class. With diesels becoming cleaner and more fuel efficient all the time, there's a growing demand for diesel powerplants worldwide and Hyundai is well positioned to supply the market with the very best diesel technology," said Dr Hyun-Soon Lee, president of the Corporate Research and Development Division. The all-aluminum R-Engine is fitted with a 16-valve dual overhead camshaft which is driven by an internal...

2009 Cobra Jet Mustang - (USA)

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the release of the first Ford Cobra Jet Mustang in 1968, Ford Racing is introducing the 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang, now available for customers to race in NHRA sportsmen classes during the 2009 season. The new Mustang FR500CJ is officially being launched at the Ford press conference Nov. 4, as part of the 2008 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. For decades, the Mustang has been the preeminent car in many forms of racing, including drag racing. Adding to the rich and...

2010 Ford F150 SVT Raptor

Ford, the definitive leader in tough trucks, is further building on its solid foundation of the new F150 to deliver the all-new 2010 F150 SVT Raptor, a purpose-built, high-performance off-road truck versatile enough to take on the most challenging desert adventures as well as the everyday commute. “Ford trucks have been a mainstay on the off-road racing scene for more that 20 years because of our long history of capability and durability,” said Derrick Kuzak, Ford’s group vice president for...

2009 SsangYong Rexton R-Line by Kahn

The customised version of the Rexton, shown on the SsangYong stand at this year’s British International Motor Show, is now an additional model in the SsangYong range, priced at £29,995 on-the-road. The SsangYong Rexton R-Line was so enthusiastically received by visitors to the SsangYong motor show stand, that distributors Koelliker UK, had no hesitation in adding it to the range. Differing only in detail from the show car, the Rexton R-Line is the work of celebrated designer Afzal Kahn,...

2009 Toyota iQ, Six Degrees of Innovation

The third instalment in Toyota’s series of cut-paste-and-print guides to the ground-breaking design and engineering features behind the new iQ reveals details of the car’s flat under-floor fuel tank. The usual place for a car’s fuel tank is beneath the rear seats, but in the compact interior of the iQ this would make it impossible for Toyota to achieve its goal of a sub-three-metre long car with four seats. The solution was to create a flat fuel tank, positioned beneath the vehicle...

2009 Citroen C1, First Details

Citroën have announced first details of changes to the C1 that will give the chic, ultra-economical city-car new exterior styling, even better fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions together with a number of other improvements, including an upgraded interior. The C1’s exterior has been given a smart upgrade with changes to the car’s front end, complementing the looks of the recently updated C2. There are new wheels and trims whilst inside there are new upholstery and materials.

2009 Hyundai Genesis First Drive

UK magazines Car and Autocar have just driven Hyundai’s new Genesis Coupe. Both publications drove the top of the range 3.8L V6 with a 6-speed automatic producing 223kw (299bhp) and 360Nm (266lb ft). The all-new rear wheel drive platform also sits under the Genesis luxury sedan which is currently for sale in America with the option of a 4.6L V8 engine. Autocar remarked the Genesis Coupe looks as much a muscle car as a sleek coupe, as it sits on a long wheelbase with a wide track and short...

Review: 2008 Chevrolet Silverado

No, our heading isn’t a mistake. We’re actually reviewing the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado full size pick-up in Australia of all places. Whilst General Motors doesn’t officially sell the Chevrolet brand down-under, thanks to American Vehicle imports it’s not only our friends living in the Amercias that get to drive Silverado’s and have all the fun. The Silverado is a full size pick up and we really mean full-size! Australia’s top selling utility, the Toyota Hilux, measures a little over 5...

Review: 2008 Hummer H2

Whilst General Motors made the move in late 2007 to set up the Hummer brand in Australia to sell the mid size H3 SUV, an average of 90 monthly Aussie sales have been achieved to date, for those that crave something a little closer to the original Hummer H1 military truck, fear not. The full sized Hummer H2, amazingly even longer and higher than the H1 beast which went out of production in 2006, can be purchased in Australia from American Vehicle Imports. Whilst we have read a number of...

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, More Details - (Global)

Hyundai released additional engineering and feature information for the all-new 2010 Genesis Coupe. The Genesis Coupe, and its rear-wheel drive platform-mate the Genesis sedan will make their Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show debuts next week. "One of the program targets for the Genesis engineering team was world-class weight efficiency," said John Krafcik, vice president, Product Development and Strategic Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "When you look at...

Subaru Forester Mountain Rescue Concept Car - (Global)

Subaru of America, Inc. revealed the Mountain Rescue Forester(R) Vehicle, built for the National Ski Patrol (NSP). It will debut at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show that runs at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 4-7. Working with Subaru of America, Detroit-based Specialized Vehicles built the Mountain Rescue Forester Concept as the ultimate first responder vehicle, bolstering its trail-driving capability and equipping it with essential Ski Patrol rescue...

2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series, Debut - (Global)

Mercedes-Benz will exhibit several new models highlighting the wide range of the luxury brand’s product portfolio. Offering a glimpse at the future of Mercedes-Benz coupes and sedans will be the Concept FASCINATION design study. Addressing the need for smaller, even more fuel efficient vehicles, the 2010 GLK350 4MATIC makes it’s Los Angeles debut just prior to going on-sale in January. Finally, emphasizing the high-performance dimension of the brand, the new 661 hp SL65 AMG Black Series coupe...

2009 Nissan KIX, Launched - (Japan)

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the release of the new KIX mini sport utility vehicle (SUV), which went on sale today at Nissan dealers nationwide. Marketed under the tagline of "SHIFT_Active," the KIX is a compact, dependable, high-utility SUV designed for people with active lifestyles. In fact, the name KIX is derived from "kicks," an American slang term for "an exciting or highly enjoyable activity." In addition, "X," in mathematics, refers to an...

2009 Nissan Versa, Cheapest Car on the Road - (USA)

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) announced a new 2009 Nissan Versa Sedan 1.6 model, which features a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* of $9,990* (excluding Destination and Handling). The new Versa focuses squarely on value and fuel economy, with its standard 107-horsepower DOHC 16-valve 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine delivering responsive performance and a 34 mpg highway fuel economy rating (with the 5-speed manual transmission).

2009 Volvo S80 T6 AWD, Introduced - (Australia)

The dynamic and luxurious Volvo S80 enters the 2009 model year ready to expand its presence in the luxury segment with the introduction of a compact, turbocharged 3.0-litre six-cylinder T6 engine to the Volvo S80 range. The new S80 T6 AWD model joins the high-performance S80 V8 AWD, featuring a 60-degree, 4.4-litre all-alloy V8 and producing a powerful 232 kW and 440 Nm, along with the S80 D5 featuring Volvo's 2.4-litre turbodiesel that develops 136 kW and a surging 400 Nm of torque to...

New Golf is Awarded Maximum Five-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating

The new Volkswagen Golf VI has been awarded a maximum five-star rating by the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) crash test agency. The new Golf’s result matches the star rating achieved by the current Golf V. However, the new Golf has