Mazda could soon offer a seven-seat version of the extremely popular CX-5 mid-size SUV, a report has revealed, giving the company an even stronger hold in the competitive market segment. At the moment Mazda only offers its CX-9 as a seven-seater, meanwhile CX-5 rivals such as the Mitsubishi Outlander soak […]
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New Ford Mustang scores dismal 2-star ANCAP safety rating
ANCAP has just revealed a shocking safety result for the new Ford Mustang, only good enough for a two-star rating. This will come as alarming news to motorists and fans, particularly as the Mustang is currently the most popular sports car on sale. Taken from the Euro NCAP’s latest round […]
Volkswagen dieselgate U.S. dealership case settled in US$1.2b deal
Volkswagen has had a settlement worth $1.21 billion officially approved by a judge in the U.S. The settlement in question is in relation to the 650 U.S. Volkswagen dealerships that filed for damages in the aftermath of the dieselgate scandal. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer earlier this week gave the […]
Mitsubishi previews new SUV for Geneva show
Mitsubishi has released a teaser image of its upcoming compact SUV, to debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, billing it as “a turning point” and the first of a new generation of vehicles for the brand. The arrival of Mitsubishi’s first CUV (compact, or in this case, coupé SUV) […]
2017 Mazda MX-5 RF hardtop now on sale in Australia
The exciting new Mazda MX-5 RF hardtop is now on sale in Australia, bringing an alternative exterior theme to the popular sports car. All MX-5 RF models in Australia come with the 2.0-litre naturally aspirated engine option, while the soft-top continues with the 1.5L and 2.0L offerings. The 2.0L produces […]
Dodge Challenger SRT Demon spotted on the street (video)
A video and a rear photo showing what appears to be the Dodge Challenger SRT Demon has surfaced on social media, potentially giving us the best preview yet of the hyperactive muscle car. Dodge is already well underway with a teaser campaign for the SRT Demon, which is expected to […]
Ford Mustang four-door rendered, seems like a good idea?
With the Ford Falcon now dead for almost three months, there is a gaping hole in Ford’s lineup and the hearts of many Australian fans, longing for another Blue Oval performance sedan. This render from X-Tomi Design shows a cohesive solution to that void, with the newly-facelifted Mustang sprouting an […]
President Trump invites GM, Ford, FCA bosses for talks on industry future
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host chief executives of Detroit’s three big manufacturers for talks on Tuesday, according to the White House. Chief executives from General Motors, Ford and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) have been invited to dine with President Donald Trump for breakfast, where they are expected […]