When the last-generation Porsche 911 GT3 was revealed – supposedly the purest expression of the breed – with a PDK automatic transmission only, it drew criticism from some quarters and further fears that the manual transmission at large might be departing the automotive landscape sooner than thought. It also drove […]
Year: 2017
Audi Q8 Sport Concept updated for Geneva motor show
A second Audi Q8 concept has been rolled out at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, with a more performance-oriented emphasis than the walrus-like Detroit Q8 concept shown in January. The Q8 Sport Concept, like its forebear, features a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 hybrid but is finished in bright orange, rather than […]
2018 Volvo XC60 revealed at Geneva, 300kW T8 flagship confirmed
Volvo has revealed the 2018 XC60 at the Geneva motor show, showcasing, as expected, a new-look front end and string of efficient new engines. This is now the second-generation XC60, following great success with the first edition which was bought by around one million buyers around the world. The XC60 […]
2018 Audi RS 5 debuts with 2.9TT V6, on sale later this year
The next-generation Audi RS 5 has bowed at the Geneva motor show, swapping 4.2-litre V8 power for a more efficient boosted 2.9-litre V6 twin-turbo. Power matches its predecessor at 331kW, but torque increases by 170Nm to 600Nm, available much lower in the rev-range at 1900-5000rpm. The outgoing naturally aspirated screamer […]
2018 Honda Civic Type R debuts, on sale in Australia Q4
The veil has lifted on the 2018 Honda Civic Type R, giving us a clear look at what Honda’s ultimate hot hatch and former Nurburgring record holder has to offer. Any rumours of an automatic via CVT or dual-clutch gearbox are for now quashed as the sole transmission on offer […]
Ruf reinvents the CTR Yellowbird with 2017 CTR
If you’re a driving enthusiasts, chances are, you’ve watched Stefan Roser dance the Nurburgring while piloting what can only be described as a 350kW drift machine about a thousand times on YouTube. Remember that Ruf CTR Yellowbird? There’s now a new one out, as reported yesterday. Yep, this machine may […]
2017 BMW 5 Series Touring gets M Performance treatment
BMW is using the 2017 Geneva Motor Show to show off its latest range of M Performance parts and accessories for the new 5 Series Touring wagon. For the exterior, buyers have a big range of aero enhancements to choose from, including a carbon fibre front lip spoiler, black-highlighted side […]
Aston Martin Valkyrie confirmed as AM-RB 001 hypercar
The Aston Martin Valkyrie. That’s the name of the epic collaborative effort put together by Aston Martin and Red Bull Racing. Previously known as the AM-RB 001, the Valkyrie is an all-out hypercar with very little limitations in terms of performance, speed, and aerodynamic and styling amazement. So, what’s with […]