Reports from the USA indicate a strong possibility of the Australian-developed T6 Ford Ranger being produced and sold in the USA in the near future. Despite earlier ruling it out on the grounds that it was 90 per cent of the F150’s size and could compromise its best-seller status, Ford […]
Month: August 2015
2016 Honda Civic sedan debuts September, new 1.5 turbo VTEC
Honda has confirmed it will unveil the next-gen US-spec 2016 Civic sedan in Detroit and Los Angeles simultaneously on September 16. The now tenth-generation model is expected to come with a new 1.5-litre turbocharged VTEC four-cylinder engine. It will follow in the footsteps of the new Type R, which is […]
Hyundai previews 2016 Elantra interior
Hyundai has released another teaser of the 2016 Elantra, this time giving us all a glimpse of the smart new interior layout. You’re looking at what is expected to be one of Hyundai’s most advanced interiors. It is set to showcase a very comprehensive infotainment system with Android Auto and […]
Hyundai Vision Gran Turismo concept to preview N sub-brand potential
Hyundai has announced plans to unveil a spectacular Vision Gran Turismo concept car at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, that will preview the future potential of Hyundai’s ’N’ performance sub-brand. For those that haven’t heard of Hyundai’s N sub-brand, this is the arm that builds on the company’s motorsport endeavours […]
Kia confirms “new body style” for Optima, wagon likely
In a statement announcing the European debut of the 2016 Kia Optima, taking place at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Kia confirmed there is a new body style coming. And all clues point to a sleek wagon. Kia unveiled the 2016 Optima earlier this year at the New York Auto Show, […]
For Sale: Custom 1973 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI built for consul
Today’s Cool Find is something for the oligarch who spits on normal Rolls-Royces. Based on the already-exclusive Phantom VI (374 built), this example features coachwork penned by Maserati designer Pietro Frua. We can see elements of Maseratis of the era in the taillights and doorhandles, for example. Combined with the […]
Video: Ford GT prototype spotted testing on streets in Detroit
A prototype of Ford’s new GT supercar has again been spotted terrorising Detroit’s freeways. The unpainted carbon fibre body highlighting the lithe and dramatic design flourishes, as well as making for a distinctive and exciting spectacle for passersby. Testing is underway by the Dearborn giant to iron out any bugs […]
Solar-powered production cars on the horizon in Australia
Could solar-powered vehicles become a reality sooner than we think? Two ambitious Australian projects are underway right now; the eVe Sunswift and the EVX Immortus. These hope to achieve what is unfathomable to most. Australia has been a hotbed of solar technology and research for quite some time. This is […]