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 […]
Year: 2013
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 […]
2014 Porsche Panamera welcomes plug-in ‘S E-Hybrid’
Porsche has revealed the new 2013-2014 Porsche Panamera which receives a minor styling update and a new plug-in hybrid variant. The outgoing S and 4S 4.8-litre V8 has also been replaced by a twin-turbo V6. The new hybrid variant, called the Panamera S ‘E-Hybrid’ – as opposed to the current […]
Gemballa Tornado based on Porsche Cayenne with 700hp
Gemballa has announced one of its latest creations is now on sale; the Gemballa Tornado. Featuring a comprehensive carbon fibre body conversion, the performance SUV is transformed into a supercar in its own right. Almost every panel on the Cayenne-based monster is swapped for a custom carbon fibre item. The […]
BMW 316i on sale in Australia in June, gets 1.6 TwinPower turbo
BMW Australia will expand the new 3 Series range by introducing a new entry-level model in June; the BMW 316i. Not to be confused with the last 316i, which was a short wheelbase hatch, the new sedan features the company’s latest TwinPower turbo engine. Up until now the 318d has […]
2013 Ford Fiesta Metal review (video)
The 2013 Ford Fiesta Metal surprises for its size. Many might assume it’s just a prettied-up little four-banger, but underneath it features a host of moderate performance tweaks – including a power boost – which bring the Fiesta to a new level. 2013 FORD FIESTA METAL – PROS AND CONS […]
New Maserati Ghibli previewed before Shanghai debut
It’s official, Maserati will unveil the all-new Maserati Ghibli at the Shanghai Motor Show in just a few weeks. The sporty new model will become the company’s entry-level, sitting underneath the Quattroporte and GranTurismo. Little details have been released at this stage, apart from this teaser image. As you can […]