With Fiat set to borrow the next-generation Mazda MX-5 platform for an upcoming Alfa Romeo model, rumours of Fiat buying stakes in Mazda started to spread. Fiat chairman John Elkann has now said that there are no such plans. Mazda announced the new roadster sharing partnership plan last week, which […]
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Video: Toyota GT 86 engineering explained
With the local launch of the Toyota 86 only around a week away, anticipation can’t get any higher. Or can’t it? Toyota Europe has released new videos outlining the engineering work that has gone into the new sports car. Featuring a ‘textbook’ sports car layout, with rear-wheel drive at the […]
Modena earthquake, Ferrari, Maserati, Ducati, Lamborghini closed
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 on the Richter scale has shaken the Italian city of Modena, causing Ferrari, Maserati, Ducati, and Lamborghini to closed its doors. As far as we know, at least 15 people lost their lives in the disaster, while 200 others have been injured. The […]
New 2012 Hyundai i30 now on sale in Australia
Hyundai Australia has introduced the all-new 2012 Hyundai i30 hatch. It’s available in petrol and turbo-diesel form, with prices starting at $20,990 for the petrol, and $23,590 for the diesel. The Hyundai i30 has been one of the most popular hatches in the small car segment since being launched in […]
Lotus CEO Dany Bahar suspended after expenses dispute
Lotus parent company DRB-Hicom is said to be investigating CEO Dany Bahar after a recent complaint about his expenses, and has apparently suspended him from his service. The period of suspension has not been revealed. Full details are still a bit hazy, however, Automotive News reports that Lotus has temporarily […]
2014 Lexus GS 350 coupe to replace old SC 430 – report
Lexus is said to be working on a new sports touring coupe to fill the spot that was left by the old SC 430. Dubbed the 2014 Lexus GS 350 coupe, the new model is expected to hit the showrooms some time next year. According to a recent report by […]
Aston Martin One-77 crash in Hong Kong
It’s always a shame reporting on car crashes, but when it’s an Aston Martin One-77 crash, it almost becomes too painful to bear. One such incident recently happened in Hong Kong. It’s believed the rare and extremely expensive Aston Martin One-77 is from China, however, it’s unknown just how the […]
Ferrari SP12 EC one-off special created for Eric Clapton
Remember the special Ferrari 458 one-off that was spotted a few months ago? Ferrari has now revealed the model, called the Ferrari SP12 EC. The special creation has been built for world-famous guitarist Eric Clapton. Previous reports indicated that the model could have a V12 mid-mounted engine, however, it’s understood […]