Some of the more astute (read; obsessive) car nerds may have noticed the current fifth-gen Toyota HiAce van has been on sale since 2004, and it is the only cab-forward van offered by a mainstream manufacturer in Australia. Some would argue it is well overdue for a redux, like its […]
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Hyundai to debut wearable robot & smart house concepts at CES
Before the Detroit Auto Show and Summernats 30, one event that has become inundated with entries from automakers in recent years is the Consumer Electronics Show, starting January 3, 2017. With plenty of automakers investing in electrification, autonomous capability and user interfaces of the future, sophisticated electronics play an increasingly […]
All-new Subaru WRX not coming until around 2020 – report
Those holding out on purchasing a Subaru WRX in the hope an all-new model may come soon might have to wait until around 2020, according to a Motoring report. Although the all-new Impreza has just landed in Australia, based on the all-new Subaru Global Platform expected to underpin the company’s […]
2017 Suzuki Swift revealed, 1.0L turbo confirmed
After a few leaked images and scanned brochures, Suzuki has now unveiled the new-look, 2017 Swift. And as a big surprise, it debuts a range of new engines including a hybrid option and a 1.0-litre turbo. The 2017 Suzuki Swift’s design is, as expected, more modern and crisp, with a […]
Porsche reveals Panamera Executive with Exclusive Carmine Red
Porsche seems to be getting into the Christmas spirit, revealing a new Panamera Turbo Executive by Porsche Exclusive showing off a bright, Santa-like red paint scheme. The special edition is coated in Carmine Red and features the full SportDesign package that adds a number of black highlights and sporty enhancements. […]
2017 Audi RS 4 Avant spotted, to get 2.9TT V6 (video)
Audi has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the next RS 4 Avant performance wagon out on the Nurburgring, based on the B9-generation A4 launched in 2015. Keen-eyed viewers will notice this prototype is actually wearing an ‘S4’ badge. A close look behind the big wheels also show […]
McLaren MSO presents ‘Defined’ options for 12C, 650S, & 675LT
McLaren is celebrating the festive season by offering owners of its vehicles a range of new carbon fibre options from its McLaren Special Operations skunkworks. The new list of carbon fibre options come available for the 12C, 650S and 675LT, and are said to “enhance the dramatic design of the […]
Kia ‘Stinger GT’ previewed again with sleek silhouette (video)
Kia has released the next preview for its upcoming sports sedan, dubbed the Stinger GT, ahead of its full reveal on January 8. For the latest preview, called episode 03 – the silhouette, Kia is giving us a glimpse of the body design. And as predicted, the new sports sedan […]