After a number of teaser videos and previews, the 2014 Audi A8 and S8 large luxury sedan have finally been unveiled. They feature more powerful engines, reduced fuel consumption, and a whole host of cutting edge technologies. Making up the new range are two turbo-petrol and two turbo-diesel engine options. […]
Day: 21 August 2013
2014 Range Rover Evoque on sale in Australia in March
The 2014 Range Rover Evoque has been revealed, packed with new technologies and on-board conveniences, and a new nine-speed automatic transmission. Obviously standing out as the highlight of the updated model is the new ZF-9HP nine-speed automatic. It’s one of the first nine-speeds to ever to be fitted to a […]
2013 BMW 3 Series pricing revised, launch control introduced
BMW has revised the 3 Series lineup in Australia, with new prices, reduced option prices, and updated in-car technology. The updated model also sees the introduction of launch control. Starting with the in-car stuff. Models equipped with the ‘Professional Navigation’ grade interface, the iDrive system now comes with a touch-controller […]
2014 Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 revealed; 0-100km/h in just 4.9s
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 has been revealed in the lead up to its 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show debut. As you might have expected, the Mk7 R is more powerful, quicker, and more efficient and economical than the model it replaces. How manufacturers keep extracting more power from engines […]
Ferrari 458 Speciale revealed; most powerful NA V8 ever
As a bit of a surprise Ferrari has unveiled the new Ferrari 458 Speciale. It’s the hardcore, stripped out successor to the 430 Scuderia, offering more power, less weight, and all-new cutting-edge technologies. Previously rumoured as the ‘Monte Carlo’, the 458 Speciale is the epitome of the 458 model, and […]