Following the announcement of the BMW M140i and M240i, the company has rolled out some other updates for the mainstream 1 and 2 Series models. The biggest changes come in the form of some more badge name swaps and engine refinements. For the 120i and 220i, BMW has tweaked the […]
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Kai GT sports sedan spotted in prototype form for first time
A prototype version of the much-rumoured Kia GT sports car has been spotted for the first time, giving us all a final confirmation that there will be a production version. Kia unveiled the GT sports sedan as a concept car way back in 2011. Since then, there have been various […]
BMW M140i & M240i revealed; 250kW for entry M Performance models
BMW’s M Performance range has been updated, with the entry M135i and M235i now superseded by the new M140i and M240i, bringing more power and reduced fuel consumption. These two are BMW’s smallest performance models, stopping just short of the M2 in terms of outright performance. For the update, BMW […]
2016 Honda Civic sedan gets sporty Black Pack option in Australia
Those keen to get their hands on the new 2016 Honda Civic sedan will be excited to hear Honda Australia is introducing a sporty “Black Pact” option for all variants. The new Civic, as we know, is debuting a interesting new 1.5-litre turbo engine option. It comes with the top […]
Top-spec 2017 Chevrolet Malibu to debut new 9-speed auto
In the race for more ratios, GM is installing a new nine-speed automatic in the top line Chevy Malibu Premier – a car based on the same E2XX platform as the next Opel Insignia (and possible Holden Commodore). The transmission is the result of a collaboration with Ford. The two […]
Hyundai hires former Bentley designer, Sangyup Lee
Hyundai, keen on world domination, has recruited Bentley’s former exterior designer to continue his work with the premium Genesis brand. Sangyup Lee will join his fellow Bentley colleague, now head of design for Hyundai, Luc Donckerwolk, in designing the next generation of Hyundai and Genesis vehicles. Lee’s new and former […]
More Volvo XC40 teasers released via Snapchat, hybrid confirmed
Volvo has released more Snapchat previews of its upcoming V40 and XC40 models, based on the CMA architecture co-developed with Chinese parent Geely. From the images, we can see the ‘Thor hammer’ LED headlights, with a more pronounced grille as well as lower bumper intakes. Also shown is a plug-in […]
Next-gen Nissan GT-R ‘R36’ design development commences
While a freshened up GT-R is headed our way for the model year 2017, Nissan is working on a massive overhaul for the next-generation GT-R. Designers are said to be reworking the aero package, as well as improving the efficiency of the twin-turbocharged V6 engine. Nissan’s chief creative officer Shiro […]