You might remember the Joss JP1 supercar, potentially Australia’s first supercar, that was initially a concept from 1998. The Melbourne-based company is now asking the public to donate funds so it can finally put the car into production. Using crowdsourcing social media, specifically, Kickstarter, Joss is hoping to raise enough […]
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2015 Corvette Stingray gets new 8-speed; quicker, more efficient
Chevrolet has released details on the updated 2015 Corvette Stingray which gets the recently-developed GM Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed auto transmission. The new transmission brings improvements to efficiency and performance. The eight-speed was first announced for the upcoming Z06 Corvette performance variant. It features paddle shifters for the driver, and a […]
Video: Dodge SRT Hellcat makes 474kW ATW on dyno
Another manufacturer is lying about its engine output figures, it seems. In a good way, that is. An example of the mighty Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat was recently put on the dyno to unmask the truth. The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat comes with Chrysler’s most power production engine it has […]
Bulletproof BMW X5 Security Plus to debut at Moscow
BMW will be showcasing an ultra-tough high-security version of the BMW X5 at the Moscow Motor Show next week, featuring bulletproof glass and panels capable of withstanding gunfire from an AK-47. In some regions around the world there is a big demand for armoured vehicles. The latest X5 Security Plus […]
TechArt announces TA 90/T1 Power Kit for Porsche 911 Turbo S
Renowned Porsche tuner TechArt has come up with a tuning program for both the 991 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S, bringing boosted engine performance across the board. The power upgrade, called the Power TA 09/T1 package, includes a full TechArt engine management TechTronic system that alters the fuel and […]
Lamborghini Huracan Spyder set for 2015 debut – report
Lamborghini is reportedly planning a number of different versions of the Huracan, including a drop-top Spyder which will debut next year and possibly a special rear-wheel drive edition. Speaking with Autocar at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance event, Lamborghini boss Stephan Winkelmann said the company needs lots of different variants […]
Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid on sale in Australia from $42,990
The freshly-updated Nissan Pathfinder will soon be available in Australia in hybrid form, in four different trim levels. This is the first hybrid SUV in its segment. Nissan Australia launched the new-look Pathfinder late last year, but until now it’s only been available with a rather thirsty V6 petrol engine. […]
2015 Volkswagen Polo on sale in Australia from $16,290
The new 2015 Volkswagen Polo has just touched down in Australia, bringing up to 21 per cent improvements in efficiency, a freshened up design, and a range of more advanced technology and user-interface updates. Starting with the updated engine lineup, the 2015 model is now available with BlueMotion technology across […]