Mercedes-Benz has zoomed ahead in the global luxury vehicle sales race, reporting the biggest jump in sales compared with BMW and Audi for the first quarter. This places the brand in the lead. Mercedes sold 483,487 vehicles in the first three months of this year, up an impressive 13 per […]
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Jaguar XF, Skoda Superb, Kia Sportage, Holden Spark receive 5-star ANCAP rating
A bunch of new-model vehicles have passed ANCAP’s stringent crash testing standards, via Euro NCAP, including the latest Jaguar XF, Skoda Superb, Kia Sportage, and the new Holden Spark. Starting with the Jaguar, the XF is one of the most expensive vehicles ANCAP/Euro NCAP has tested. Up until now though […]
2016 Tesla Model S facelift revealed with updated design
As suspected, Tesla was indeed planning a facelift for the Model S electric sedan. And here it is, featuring a new-look front end and revised interior. The front end grille area has been given a wipe-over and no longer features the darker section. Instead, the bumper bar sweeps straight through, […]
Jeep Compass/Patriot – ‘Compatriot’ – replacement to debut Q3
The all-new Jeep mid-size SUV, set to replace both the Compass and Patriot, will apparently be revealed during the third quarter of this year in Brazil. Jeep has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the new model, but it’s believed there is still some fine-tuning to do before […]
Audi RS 3 sedan to debut new 300kW engine, for TT RS as well – report
We’ve seen images of an Audi RS 3 sedan (below) and we’ve seen an alleged official document outlining Audi’s future product plans including evidence of an RS 3 sedan, but it’s not until now that we get some details on the specs. According to a recent Car and Driver report, […]
BMW 5 Series production hits 2 million, world’s most popular in segment
The BMW 5 Series has just surpassed the two million production milestone, making it the most successful “business model” in the world. BMW launched the current, sixth-generation 5 Series back in 2010. And since then it has earned itself the title of being the best in the class in terms […]
$4.2m Aston Martin Vulcan delivered to Highlands Motorsport Park
What’s the most expensive production car ever sold in New Zealand? You’re looking at it. It’s the outrageous Aston Martin Vulcan. An example of the track-only production car was delivered to Highlands Motorsport Park over the weekend, with a special public presentation celebrating the occasion. This is the only Vulcan […]
Citroen DS 4 Crossback on sale in Australia from $46,990
Citroen has launched its first proper crossover/SUV in Australia, called the DS 4 Crossback. Only a limited number are being offered locally. Based on the DS 4, the Crossback blends the usual rugged trimmings and off-road components with the stylish DS 4 hatch. The ground clearance is raised by 30mm […]