Alfa Romeo is developing autonomous driving technology for the Guilia, according to Alfa/Maserati boss, Harald Wester. This will be the first time the technology is offered on an Alfa Romeo model. Speaking at the launch of the new Guilia, Wester confirmed his brand’s intention to have a Guilia model equipped […]
Car News
All of the latest car news form Australia and around the world, including new vehicles, prices, unveilings, technology and design.
Future Mitsubishi Triton & Nissan Navara to share platforms
As a result of Nissan’s 34 per cent acquisition of beleaguered Mitsubishi, the next Triton may be based on the Navara. After being dogged by the fuel tampering scandal, as well as economic woes and a stale showroom lineup, Nissan is intervening to the tune of AU$3 billion. Talk of […]
2018 Jaguar F-Type facelift to bring 2.0L turbo 4cyl option
Jaguar is set to release an MY2018 facelift for the beloved F-Type sports car later this year, and for the first time, it could come with a turbo four-cylinder engine option. Spy photographers have spotted mysterious prototypes out and about in Europe, with a unique centrally-mounted exhaust system. A quick […]
Special Audi A7 showcases human-like auto pilot tech (video)
Audi has released a new clip promoting its latest strides in the field of autonomous driving, introducing its latest test car, “Jack”. The company claims that Jack can not only safely pilot you down the highway, but can also drive with consideration for other road users – like a human […]
Mercedes-Benz banned from selling Airscarf option in Germany
Mercedes-Benz has been banned from selling cars with Airscarf technology in Germany, effective immediately under a German court ruling. The court case in question is nearly a decade old, and deals with a patent dispute over the technology between Ludwig Schatzinger, the patent owner, and automotive Goliath, Daimler AG. Airscarf […]
BMW-Toyota sports car project to be built in Austria – report
Toyota and BMW have chosen a contractor to manufacture their upcoming sports car collaboration, according to a report. Slated as the next-generation BMW Z4, to be called the Z5 (prototype pictured), and a modern interpretation of the Toyota Supra, the two manufacturers have reportedly settled on Magna Steyr, an Austrian […]
New Ford GT receives 6506 applications, over 6000 will be rejected
The new Ford GT supercar is proving very popular and it is yet to even arrive in showrooms. Thousands of would-be buyers applied for the supercar in a one-month online application process, but most of them will be rejected. Ford says it received over 6500 applications for the EcoBoost supercar. […]
First RHD Shelby Super Snake finished in Australia, based on new Mustang
The first right-hand drive Shelby Mustang Super Snake has been built and it’s right here in Australia. It was completed by Mustang Motorsport Official. Ford Australia not only introduced the new Mustang to Aussies for the first time. It also introduced the idea of tuning and enhancing the muscle car. […]