Following yesterday’s leak of the possible 2016 Toyota LandCruiser, it seems Lexus might be about to unveil the updated 2016 LX 570 facelift as well. According to this image taken from a Best Car magazine in Japan, which could simply be a digital speculation, the 2016 LX will take on […]
Year: 2015
2016 Opel Astra revealed; most advanced yet, up to 200kg lighter
Opel has revealed the new 2016 Astra ‘K’, showcasing a fresh, upmarket look inside and out, more advanced tech, a significant weight loss, and new powertrain options. Even thought the Opel Astra has long since departed from the Australian market, we could expect to see this new model become part […]
Video: Mysterious Subaru WRX STI prototype spotted on the ‘Ring
An interesting Subaru WRX STI prototype has been spotted on the Nurburgring, showing off a bright new colour and some racy aero enhancements. In Australia and various other markets, the WRX STI comes with the old 2.5-litre turbo boxer engine. However, in Japan it gets a newer 2.0-litre turbo, similar […]
Chrysler Pentastar V6 passes five million production milestone
Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) has produced a whopping five million examples of its Pentastar V6 petrol engine range, after introducing it to the market in 2011. The Pentastar was one of the company’s first new-generation units as part of a US$730 million investment plan to revitalise the company. As a result, three […]
Volvo On Call technology updated, now smartwatch compatible
Volvo, never shy about throwing some of Sweden’s finest technology into its cars, has just released an update for its ‘On Call’ system that now allows smartwatches to control functions of the car. No, you can’t drive purely from your watch. Owners of an Apple or Android smartwatch can now […]
Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup to be based on new Tuscon?
We’re edging closer and closer to finding out whether or not Hyundai is going to produce its first ute, inspired by the Santa Cruz concept. The model would take the form of the Santa Cruz concept, which was unveiled at this year’s Detroit Motor Show. Scott Margason, Hyundai America’s director […]
What a BMW i8 could look like with extreme mods
One of our favourite automotive renderers, Khyzyl Saleem, is back with yet another mad creation. This time in the form of the BMW i8. A stock i8 makes an undeniable statement with its futuristic design and technologies, but if we were to come across this i8 in a dark alley, […]
Top 8 Aussie motoring fails
The Australian motoring industry has seen its fair share of triumphs and fine achievements over the years, but as we enter the twilight phase, let’s have a look at some of the stinkers that have tainted an otherwise proud history. Astron-engined Mitsubishi Magna While the Magna was (rightfully) regarded as […]