It has become quite difficult to lure people in a showroom these days as everything can be checked online. But Hyundai has now taken up the challenge. Together with its new partner Delta Automobile, the automobile manufacturer has opened up its biggest flagship-store showcasing the new corporate identity. The new […]
Month: December 2014
V8 Supercars ‘Gen2’ rule changes for 2017 confirmed
V8 Supercars has announced that as of 2017 the sport will open itself to new engine and body configurations, and the cars must be based on road-going models sold in Australia – similar to the current setup. Called the Gen2 Supercar, the series will be “designed to be more relevant […]
Novitec announces extensive program for Rolls-Royce Wraith
Novitec’s Spofec division has developed a kit for the Rolls-Royce Wraith that is sure to get owners of the luxury vehicle excited – that is if they’re not already happy with the high level of performance and styling on offer. One of the most elegant coupes in the world, the Wraith […]
Porsche releases gift line, including AU$200 push 911 Carrera 4S
O come all ye Porsche-faithful, for your favourite German car brand has recently launched a new merchandising line that is bound to conquer your Christmas wish list. Having agreed to supply Santa with enticing titbits at various prices, Porsche deliberately shoots its sharpened marketing arrows at every possible age group. […]
Possible Saab revival stirred by two Asian investors
Saab might be making a comeback thanks to two Asian investors that have expressed interest in a possible revival of the Saab name, having recently contacted the owners of the now defunct car manufacturer. National Electric Vehicle Sweden AB is the investment group that bought Saab Automobile in 2012, and […]
Spyker files for voluntary bankruptcy equivalent in Netherlands
Spyker has confirmed that is has filed for a “voluntary petition for financial restructuring” in a Dutch court, the equivalent of filing for bankruptcy under the American Chapter 11 proceedings. The District Court of Midden-Nederland in Lelystad, in the Netherlands, has granted Spyker a temporary moratorium of payment while it […]
Posaidon RS 850 tuning kit boosts Mercedes E 63 AMG to 1300Nm
Not happy with your Mercedes E 63 AMG S’s 800Nm torque figure? German tuner Posaidon has come up with a performance kit that pushes power well beyond the factory figures thanks to some new mechanical parts and electronic trickery. In standard form the W212 Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG S produces […]
Australian vehicle sales for November 2014 – Mitsubishi ASX shines
Australian new vehicle registration VFACTS figures for November 2014 are out, giving us a clear indication on what will be the best-selling vehicles of the year. On initial glance, Mercedes-Benz is storming through the mid-size premium segment with the sleek new C-Class, while the new Lexus NX SUV was in […]