The all-new 2015 Mazda2 has been launched in Australia, bringing a fresh new design to the popular compact, with more advanced technology and increased engine power. Three variant grades are on offer, including the Neo, the Maxx, and the Genki. Each are available with either a six-speed manual or six-speed […]
Day: 28 October 2014
Porsche Cayman GT4 confirmed via website blunder
Porsche has accidentally (or purposely) confirmed a new Cayman GT4 is coming and will sit as the model’s flagship and most serious variant. The model was listed on the company’s North American website, briefly, before being pulled down. It was mentioned in the American Driving Experiences section and placed above […]
Mazda CX-3 confirmed as new junior SUV, LA debut
After lots of speculation and rumours, Mazda has finally confirmed it is planning a small crossover to sit below the CX-5, called the CX-3. It will make its official debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next month. The new model is expected to be like a jumped up crossover […]
Holden boss Gerry Dorizas resigns after 7 months
Holden chairman and managing director Gerry Dorizas has resigned after just seven months on the job. Dorizas took over the helm just after Holden announced it was closing down local manufacturing in 2017. Despite the setback in Holden’s future plans, General Motors is predictably staying confident in the local brand […]
Lexus NX 300h now available in showrooms, from $55,000
The all-new Lexus NX 300h is now available in Lexus showrooms around the country. Pricing for the small hybrid SUV was announced back in September, however, keen buyers have had to wait until now to get their hands on the all-new sharp-looking model. The NX 300h will join the rest […]
Keyless entry systems an increasing threat to hacking and theft
Keyless entry technology used in countless new cars has come under fire recently following a large spike in hacking and re-programming key-fob-related break-ins and thefts. The problem has reached a boiling point in the UK, with much higher premiums being charged and some insurers declining to insure new model Range Rovers […]
2015 Volvo S60 & V60 Polestar review – Australian launch
The evolution of the performance Polestar brand continues with the launch of the 2015 Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar. Handling has been fine-tuned, technology is updated, and the styling has been tweaked. German performance cars, step aside, the Swedes are on the way to setting new benchmarks. Australia was the […]
Detroit Electric SP:01 design finalised, production begins 2015
Detroit Electric has released two images which show the final design of the upcoming all-electric SP:01 performance car. Due to begin production at the company’s new UK-based facility in 2015, the two-door car sports a new fastback configuration opposed to the roadster style seen on the SP:01 prototype in 2013. […]