In a sad day for the automotive world and Datsun/Nissan fans, Yutaka Katayama, pioneer of the Datsun ‘Z’ car, has died at a heroic age of 105. Affectionately known as ‘Mr K’, Katayama played a pivotal role in directing and reinventing the brand during the 1970s when cars like Chevy’s […]
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Skoda Octavia RS 230 performance edition revealed
Skoda, a manufacturer not exactly famed for its performance cars, has lifted the lid on the exciting new Octavia RS 230 special edition ahead of its official premiere in Geneva. The RS 230 comes packaged with the high-output, 169kW 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine also found in the VW Golf GTI […]
2016 Porsche 911 prototype spotted, involved in crash (video)
Porsche has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the 2016 991 Porsche 911 facelift. It was captured just moments after a minor crash in Germany. The exact specification or variant level of the prototype is unknown, with the most interesting element being the two centrally-mounted exhaust outlets. Could […]
2016 Toyota Corolla hatch revealed with updated design
Toyota has given us a preview of the new-look, 2016 Corolla hatch that will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month, featuring tweaked styling and an updated interior. The Japanese company hasn’t confirmed many specifics about the new model, only saying that it will retain the current 1.8-litre four-cylinder […]
2016 Range Rover Evoque revealed, gets new Ingenium diesels
The updated 2016 Range Rover Evoque has been revealed ahead of its Geneva Motor Show debut next month, featuring a refined exterior design, new engine options, and optional LED headlight technology. Starting with the design, it doesn’t look all that different from the current model after a quick inspection. However, […]
Student creates stunning Porsche 901 concept, future 911
How’s this for a stunning creation? It’s called the Porsche 901 concept, designed by Ege Arguden, and it has been penned as a futuristic take on the legendary Porsche 911. As you can see, the 901 concept takes on the traditional silhouette of the 911 only there are quite a […]
2015 Holden Captiva 7 Active edition on sale from $31,990
To spice up the Holden Captiva range the local GM company has introduced the Captiva 7 Active special edition, bringing a number of added features. The special edition is based on the LS, featuring unique 18-inch alloy wheels, a leather interior with an eight-way power driver’s seat, and a sunroof […]
2015 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG S on sale in Australia from $154,900
German muscle car fans, it’s time to get excited; the all-new, twin-turbo V8 2015 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG S is now available to order in Australia. It comes in sedan and estate wagon form. For the first time the C-Class AMG monster comes with a turbocharged engine. It’s the 4.0-litre […]