Mercedes-Benz is reportedly working on a new entry-level vehicle to go up against BMW’s sporty MINI Cooper and the new Audi A1. The model will apparently be called the Mercedes-Benz X-Class. (Mercedes-Benz A-Class concept shown) According to recent international reports, including from AutoBild in Germany and Automotive News in the […]
Month: April 2013
BMW X4 concept revealed in leaked images
Images of the new BMW X4 concept have been leaked online ahead of the SUV’s possible debut at the Shanghai Motor Show later this month. This is the first time such a model has been seen. BMW has previously stated that it is working on introducing an X4. Based on […]
McLaren P1 to make its full-throttle debut at Goodwood
The mighty McLaren P1 will make its flat-chat drive debut at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed in England. This will be the first time the public will get a close glimpse of the new hypercar in action. First revealed at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show last month, the P1 […]
Detroit Electric SP:01 revealed, 250km/h all-electric sports car
A new electric sports car is hitting town called the Detroit Electric SP:01. Based on the Lotus Exige, the SP:01 is being pitched as the world’s fastest all-electric production car. Powered by a 37kWh battery pack, the electric motor nestled behind the cabin produces 150kW and 225Nm. The company says […]
2013 Fiat 500 TwinAir review (video)
The 2013 Fiat 500 TwinAir is arguably the most exciting and certainly one of the more interesting entry-level micro cars currently on sale. At the heart of it is a two-cylinder turbo engine. Yes, you read correctly, the noddy ‘bambino’ from Italy now features a two-cylinder under its tiny bonnet, […]
Australian vehicle sales for March 2013 – Toyota 86 storms ahead
The official VFACTS figures for Australian new vehicle registrations for March 2013 are in, and it looks like there’s more sports car fans joining the roads this month, with a big jump in Toyota 86 sales. Toyota remained as the top favourite vehicle brand in the country, making up 19.2 […]
Video: Hennessey Venom GT now the fastest car on sale?
What’s the fastest production car in the world? Hold your horses, before you blat out Bugatti Veyron, Bugatti Veyron, let us just let you in on some massive news; the Hennessey Venom GT has just hit a cracking pace of 427km/h. We know what you’re going to say next, but […]
Ford Ranger Wildtrak review
The Ford Ranger Wildtrak is quite possibly the most underrated 4×4 truck in its segment. Its off-road ability is outstanding, as is its on-road functionality and comfort levels. Think of it as a 4×4 road train with a touch of luxury, and you’re getting close. FORD RANGER WILDTRAK – PROS […]