Aston Martin has unveiled what we all thought would be called the DBX S, with the DBX 707. It’s a higher-performance version of its DBX SUV. The company gave out some clues about an upper variant being in the works in June last year. And now here it is. It […]
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Porsche rolls out PCM 6.0 new generation infotainment system
Porsche is rolling out its 6.0 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system for its infotainment suite, promising more versatility, new functions, and improved user-friendliness. The sixth-generation system is being introduced for the 911, Cayenne, Panamera and Taycan. The touch-screen interface welcomes new coloured icons which are designed to stand out a […]
MINI launches ‘Recharged’ EV conversion for classic models
MINI has announced the launch of a new business venture that will see the company convert its classic cars into all-electric drive vehicles, store the internal combustion unit, and even reinstall it when the customer demands. This is all through a new Mini Recharged program. MINI says that after the […]
2022 Mazda CX-8 update now on sale in Australia, from $39,990
Mazda Australia has confirmed its refreshed CX-8 lineup for 2022, with the expansion of its petrol engine availability within the lineup, while the range-toppers remain powered by a Skyactiv-D diesel unit. Mazda says that it is responding to customer demand, with more than 70 per cent of its customers opting […]
Toyota global sales up 10.6% in 2021, biggest car manufacturer in the world
Toyota remains the world’s largest auto manufacturer for the second year running after posting a 10.6 per cent growth in global sales for 2021 compared with 2020. All up, sales of Toyota vehicles – including its Lexus, Daihatsu, and Hino subsidiaries – topped 9,615,157 units, with 1,476,136 vehicles delivered in […]
2023 Nissan Z kerb weight revealed, heavier than 370Z but improved power-to-weight
The incoming 2022 Nissan Z Coupe looks like it has put on some weight over the 370Z, according to initial order guides surfacing in Canada recently. However, with more power from the new twin-turbo engine the resultant power-to-weight ratio more than makes up for it. An order guide from Canada, […]
Ford F-Series pickup truck production surpasses 40 million units
Almost exactly 75 years after the Ford F-Series pickup truck originally started production, Ford has just rolled out its 40 millionth example of the iconic nameplate from its Detroit-based plant. The Ford F-Series is celebrating 45 years as the best-selling pickup truck in America, and 40 years as the best-selling […]
2022 BMW 8 Series & M8 revealed, Australian lineup confirmed
BMW has unveiled some 2022 updates for its flagship grand tourer, the 8 Series, including the M8 Competition high-performance models. The 8 Series comes in for revised styling, introducing a redesigned front end including new ‘Iconic Glow’ kidney grilles, while all Australian models will come with the M Sport package […]