In one of the more surprising news stories to emerge this week, BMW has announced a collaboration with acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer that will see the Academy Award-winner create engine sounds for some of BMW’s future electrified vehicles. More specifically, BMW says that it has enlisted the help of Hans […]
Day: 12 May 2021
Mitsubishi Triton ‘Ralliart’ in the works with sub-brand revival
Mitsubishi has confirmed it is reviving its legendary Ralliart performance sub-brand, and it looks like there could be a special Triton Ralliart edition in the works. Unfortunately, the exact extent of the structure, capacity, and general hopes and dreams of the resurrected brand haven’t been outlined. Mitsubishi simply listed the […]
Nissan reports record loss for FY2021, chip shortage to blame
Japanese manufacturer Nissan has reported a record operating loss in the 2022 financial year, and it says the global shortage of semiconductors has been the primary driver. In a statement, Nissan said the combined impact of the coronavirus and semiconductor shortage were to blame for the 150.7 billion yen (AU$1.7 […]
2022 Ford F-150 reviving ‘Lightning’ name, fully electric power (video)
Ford has confirmed it will revive the F-150 ‘Lightning’ name for its next-generation fully electric pickup for the 2022 model, and has released a teaser ahead of its debut next week. We don’t have any solid technical details to report on the new F-150 Lightning just yet, however, Ford has […]
Alpina B8 Gran Coupe on sale in Australia from $322,900
Everybody’s favourite BMW tuning house Alpina has confirmed its latest flagship, the Alpina B8 Gran Coupe will make its way to Australian shores with a price tag of $322,900. The first-ever Alpina B8 Gran Coupe is scheduled to arrive in July, and is set to impress its future owners with […]
2021 Bentley Bentayga V8 review – Australian launch
Originally billed as the fastest and most powerful luxury SUV on sale, the Bentley Bentayga receives its first major update for the 2020-2021 model. Tweaks are applied to the interior and exterior design, big advancements in technology are introduced, and of course refinement and comfort are yet further enhanced. Bentley […]