Aston Martin has unveiled a one-off Vantage that was commissioned by a private customer, called the Vantage GT12 Roadster. It’s based on the regular GT12 coupe only it has been given a big makeover by Aston’s Q customisation division. It’s labelled, by Aston, as its most extreme roadster ever. Under […]
Month: June 2016
Mercedes-AMG GT R revealed in leaked images
Images of the Mercedes-AMG GT R have leaked online just hours before its official unveiling. It was only a matter of time before something got out early. No official details accompany the leak, but this is the first time we’ve all be shown the high-performance version of the high-performance model. […]
Volkswagen Australia addresses local customer concerns
Volkswagen’s Australian arm has updated owners regarding recalls associated with the emissions scandal, with confirmation local vehicles will soon receive a free software update. The update began in February with the Amarok, and involves a 30-minute installation of new software. Volkswagen has confirmed remaining owners will be contacted by email […]
Kia tops 2016 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
The 2016 J.D Power and Associates Initial Quality Study results are in, and Kia, in a surprising move, has taken out the top spot in front of regular front-running Porsche. The result marks the first time in 27 years that a non-premium brand took out the top spot, following Toyota […]
Volkswagen outlines ‘strategy 2025’; more EVs, particulate filters for petrol engines
Volkswagen, keen to regain customer trust, has announced its “Together – Strategy 2025” vision, claiming the biggest restructure in the company’s history. Matthias Muller, VW’s CEO, took to the stage of the 56th Annual General Meeting to assure 3000 shareholders that the company’s vision will make VW a leader in […]
2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo revealed in leaked images
Images of the 2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo have surfaced online, showing the new-look sports sedan in the clearest view yet. As we saw earlier today, the 2017 Panamera will showcase a sharper and more defined body design. The main glasshouse area is now more coupe-like, like the 911, and the […]
Jeep Grand Cherokee kills Star Trek actor, recall affects 1.1 million
As if the Jeep Grand Cherokee wasn’t already riddled with problems, FCA has had to announce a worldwide recall affecting some 1.1 million vehicles, including around 47,000 units in Australia. The Grand Cherokee has already been recalled three times in Australia this year. In fact, it was the most recalled […]
MY17 Subaru Levorg on sale in Australia from $42,990
Subaru Australia has introduced the highly anticipated Levorg for the Australian market. It comes as the WRX wagon, also providing for those wanting a Liberty wagon. The Levorg is based on the current WRX, featuring a similar body, particularly the front end, as well as a 2.0-litre turbo boxer engine […]