PerformanceDrive has just picked up the new 2012 Ford Falcon G6 EcoBoost turbo four-banger; the first ever four-cylinder Falcon. The engine is available in the XT, G6 and G6 E. So, first impressions, what’s it like? A four-cylinder Falcon sounds funny even just to say those words. Those familiar with […]
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2013 Subaru WRX to spawn from Advanced Tourer – report
The next-generation 2013 Subaru WRX will be a separate model from the Impreza, and with that, it will take on an all-new design approach. Word has it the design will borrow a lot from the Advanced Tourer Concept unveiled last year. According to Motor Trend speaking with a credible Subaru […]
2014 Lexus IS to be sharper and more focused – report
The 2014 Lexus IS is well into the development stages, and is getting ready to take on the likes of the new BMW 3 Series. The current generation Lexus IS 250 has been around now since 2005, with the 350 model joining the local lineup in 2010. Last month, 210 […]
Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept revealed at Worthersee
Volkswagen has unveiled two Polo concepts at the 31st GTI Meeting at Worthersee, Austria; the Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept, which will spawn a production car, and the Polo R WRC rally car. The Volkswagen Polo WRC Street concept previews an upcoming special model which will hit the showrooms in […]
VF Holden Commodore confirmed for US export 2013 Chevrolet SS
It’s official, the 2013 VF Holden Commodore will be exported to North America as the new Chevrolet SS. The new model in the US will launch towards the end of 2013. According to GM, this will be the first performance rear-wheel drive sedan from Chevy in 17 years. There was […]
2012 Audi TT 1.8 TFSI and 2.0 TDI now with S tronic auto
Audi Australia has introduced a model update for the 2012 Audi TT. The major change is the 1.8 TFSI and 2.0 TDI models now come standard with a seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission. Previously only available with a six-speed manual transmission, the Coupe and Roadster versions of the TT 1.8 TFSI […]
Fiat 500 parked at Volkswagen Sweden for Google Street View prank
Fiat has pulled off a neat little prank, possibly without even knowing. In the Google Street View image at the entrance to Volkswagen headquarters in Sweden sits a Fiat 500, which could have been placed there while the Google Maps car drove past. Pretty neat huh? It is believed the […]
2012 Peugeot 4008 on sale in Australia in June
Peugeot Australia has introduced the new 2012 Peugeot 4008 SUV. It features all-new, flashier styling, and comes in front-wheel and all-wheel drive form. Prices start at $28,990. The entire range now comes standard with a reverse parking camera, giving a hint to Peugeot’s focus on safety. Peugeot Australia general manager […]