Let’s go for a play in the dirt a Lamborghini Huracan. Wait. What? Yep, Lamborghini is also jumping on board the rally-supercar train, following the Porsche 911 Dakar, introducing the new Huracan Sterrato. This is pretty much a rally-ready version of the V10 supercar, featuring raised ground clearance, by 44mm, […]
Year: 2022
2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid review – Australian launch (video)
In the market for a smooth, economical large seven-seat SUV? Hyundai Australia has just launched a hybrid version of its Santa Fe for 2023 which could be just what you need. It comes in Elite and Highlander forms, featuring pretty much everything that’s available to the current generation model. The […]
Toyota announces more production halts, RAV4, Prado impacted
Toyota has had to adjust its production plans yet again after conceding the long-lasting impact of supply shortages, forcing it to temporarily suspend production across four of its major lines. The company has announced that four production lines in three plants, out of a total of 28 lines in 14 […]
Audi adds ‘Performance’ upgrade to 2023 RS 6 Avant & RS 7
Audi has announced that its almighty RS 6 and RS 7 performance sedan and wagon flagships will gain some added power, sharper handling and some interior upgrades with the introduction of the Performance variant. Headlining the upgrades for the RS 6 Avant and RS 7 Sportback Performance are an updated […]
Ralliart Mitsubishi Triton takes rally victory on debut
Mitsubishi is popping the champagne after taking out the 2022 Asia Cross Country Rally in its special Triton Ralliart race truck. Earlier this year, Mitsubishi made waves when it announced a specialised Triton would herald the return of the iconic Ralliart name and eyed off the Asia Cross Country Rally […]
FCAI welcomes new government incentives for electric vehicles
The head of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) in Australia has welcomed the news of the Government’s plans that will result in new incentives for Aussies to make the switch to hybrid and fully-electric vehicles. The Government’s plan comes in the form of an amendment to Treasury Laws, […]
Car production output in the UK jumps 7.4% in October
The UK’s embattled car production industry is showing continued signs of recovery after experiencing a strong 7.4 per cent growth in manufacturing for the month of October, while the year-to-date graph still paints a sombre picture of the downturn. All up, the UK increased its monthly output in October to […]
Ford Australia confirms luxury Ranger ‘Platinum’ variant, priced from $76,990
Ford Australia is launching a new premium variant for the 2023 Ranger ute lineup, called the Ranger Platinum. It is essentially a luxurious ute alternative to the Everest Platinum. The Ranger Platinum comes in dual-cab form only and features the company’s new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine producing 184kW and 600Nm. […]