You may remember news about Mitsubishi’s next Lancer Evolution ‘XI’ turning to hybrid technology. More details are being uncovered, with hybrid propulsion being a very likely direction. Mitsubishi is toying with the idea of a Lancer hybrid featuring plug-in technology. Set to be called the Lancer PHEV, the powertrain will […]
Year: 2013
Nissan GT-R, Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG ruined in GG2H accident
A Nissan GT-R and a Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG have been involved in a bit of a freak accident in California, USA, after the driver of the GT-R lost control during the GG2H Rally. The exact cause of the crash is still a bit hazy at this stage. As far […]
Alfa Romeo to return to its roots, more RWD sports cars – report
The classic Alfa Romeo might be on the way back, with word suggesting the brand could be looking to drop small front-wheel drive models from its lineup and instead make more sporty rear-wheel drive vehicles. According to a recent CAR report in the UK, Alfa Romeo is looking to return […]
Video: Lexus IS F CCS-R at the 2013 Pikes Peak climb
A video showcasing the Lexus IS F CCS-R at this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb has hit YouTube, which includes a brief interview with team driver Ken Gushi. Lexus missed out on beating the 10:30.850 time it posted last year, mainly due to the wet weather conditions of this […]
2014 BMW M5 on sale in Australia from $229,900
BMW Australia has announced details and pricing for the new 2014 BMW M5 model update. And the highlight of it all is the Australian market gets the otherwise optional Competition Package as part of the standard kit. The facelifted 5 Series was only revealed a couple of months ago, with […]
BMW X6 M Design Edition revealed in leaked images
Images of a new special edition BMW X6, called the X6 M Design Edition, have been leaked online. The limited edition sees a number of styling tweaks made to the high performance SUV. Judging by these images, the special edition will feature a distinct dark blue, blue and red set of […]
Range Rover Evoque convertible given green light – report
A new market segment could be just around the corner; the convertible luxury SUV. A final decision on whether or not Land Rover will produce an Evoque convertible is set to be made soon, however, a report is indicating a green light has already been given. According to a recent […]
HG Motorsport tunes the Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7
The new Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 has only just gone on sale in some international markets, but it hasn’t stopped HG Motorsport getting hold of one and developing a tuning package. In factory form the new GTI comes with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 162kW and 350Nm of torque […]