Whispers out of Autocar suggest the Ariel Atom, which has always relied on Honda power, could be the recipient of hybrid power soon. All current Ariel models are powered by a Honda 2.0-litre, except for the insane V8 version which features two Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycle engines merged together. Simon Saunders, […]
Day: 5 July 2016
2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom shows off all-new aluminium architecture
Development of the next-generation, 2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom continues, with a teaser by the BMW-owned marque released to the press. In addition to the number of prototypes snapped by various international sources, suggesting an increase in length and the retention of the current car’s general silhouette, we can see a snap […]
Aston Martin AM-RB 001 hypercar revealed; 1hp:1kg
As promised last week, the Aston Martin and Red Bull Racing hypercar project known as the AM-RB 001 has been officially revealed. This is perhaps the craziest of all hypercars, featuring an extremely low-slung body boasting “truly radical aeroynamics”, according to Aston Martin. Interestingly, the car will be available in […]
Volkswagen dealers in the US worst hit by dieselgate
Volkswagen dealers in the US may be the biggest losers in the aftermath of the emissions scandal, currently receiving none of the $15 billion slated for compensation costs. While dealerships themselves weren’t liable to pay out damages, they were faced with a choice between taking up legal action against Volkswagen […]
Lamborghini to expand use of carbon fibre, introduce carbon conrods
Lamborghini, no stranger to the world of carbon fibre, has announced it will ramp up the production and use of the exotic lightweight material in its coming road cars. Lamborghini has opened a new Advanced Composite Structures Laboratory in Seattle, USA. The 743-square-metre facility will ensure Lambo remains above the […]
BMW Alpina confirmed for Australia, B3 & B4 Bi-Turbo first to arrive
BMW Australia has been considering introducing the Alpina tuning brand for a while but now the local arm has confirmed Alpina is coming to Australia. Alpina is perhaps best known in Australia as an aftermarket-style tuner. However, it’s actually classed as a manufacturer itself overseas, a bit like what HSV […]
Australian vehicle sales for June 2016 – Porsche Boxster gains popularity
The Australian Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has released the national VFACTS new vehicle registration figures for June 2016, with the Hyundai i30 once again topping the overall stats only this time reporting unbelievably high figures. For the top 10 best-selling vehicle brands, it’s Toyota that remains at the top […]
Audi Q2 small SUV production commences, arrives in Australia early 2017
Audi has announced the production of its upcoming Q2 compact SUV has begun in Germany, with Australian deliveries confirmed for the first quarter of 2017. Local prices are yet to be announced. The all-new Q2 was unveiled at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, and thankfully, those interested won’t have to […]