Well it looks like the automotive industry is on its way to recovery following the initial coronavirus outbreak. New vehicle registration figures (VFACTS) for June 2020 have just been handed out, revealing some promising numbers. According to the figures, 110,234 new vehicles were registered during June this year. That’s well […]
Year: 2020
Mazda Australia announces Skyactiv-X M-Hybrid for Mazda3, CX-30
Mazda Australia has announced initial details for its all-new Skyactiv-X M-Hybrid powertrain, which will be introduced for the 2020 Mazda3 in August and the CX-30 later in the year. Full specifications for the local market are yet to be confirmed, however, the new powertrain comprises of a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol. […]
2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat debuts, most powerful SUV ever
Say hello to the most powerful production SUV in the world. Yep, the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat might look like a typical soccer-mum crossover, but in fact it has the beating heart of a demon. We’ll start with the important stuff. Under the vented bonnet is a 6.2-litre supercharged […]
2021 Citroen C4 debuts with e-C4 fully electric variant
This is the all-new 2021 Citroen C4 – another provocative and chic design by the French company. It seems the nameplate has morphed into something of a crossover for the 10th generation, and there’s a fully electric e-C4 being launched for the first time. The new model is described as […]
Lexus IS500 trademark surfaces – V8 or twin-turbo V6?
Earlier this year we heard rumours of a Lexus IS 500 being in the works, potentially signalling a new V8 variant of the mid-size executive sports sedan. It was believed the vehicle could send off Lexus’s current jackhammering 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8, before the company introduces its all-new twin-turbo V8. […]
Maserati shows its all-new ‘Nettuno’ twin-turbo V6 engine
Check this out. It’s Maserati’s all-new twin-turbo V6 engine, called Nettuno, which will eventually roll out into a number of its future models, starting with the MC20 super sports car debuting later this year. It’s a 3.0-litre V6 (90-degree) twin-turbo that uses a high compression ratio of 11:1, dry-sump lubrication […]
Video: 2020 Ford Fiesta ST – Detailed review (POV)
It’s one of our favourite hot hatches of all time. And now it’s back. The 2020 Ford Fiesta ST. Does it live up to the high standards left by the previous generation model? Is it still a bargain? And most importantly, is it still a hoot to drive? We will […]
2021 Bentley Bentayga revealed with updated design
Bentley has unveiled the 2021 Bentayga super SUV. It showcases a freshened up design, new interior features, and of course an even high level of pampering luxury. Perhaps the most interesting thing is Bentley is introducing a major update for the model. This essentially reaffirms the importance of the model […]