Hyundai Australia will launch the 2015-2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Series II very soon, bringing a range of updates to the exterior and interior, increased safety, and even more standard equipment. Three key variants grades will continue to be offered, plus the sporty SR model later down the track. These continue […]
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Toyota reclaims global sales lead, VW unlikely to bounce back
Toyota overtook Volkswagen as the leader in global vehicle sales last month, reclaiming the top position it often holds. Likely prompted by the diesel scandal, Volkswagen was unable to keep its sales lead through September. VW reported 7.43 million sales around the world for the month, while Toyota reported 7.49 […]
2016 Honda NSX specifications confirmed: 427kW, 7500rpm redline
Having recently confirmed a twin-turbo V6 hybrid system for the new 2016 Honda/Acura NSX, more specific numbers have now (finally) been confirmed. At a first-drive launch in the USA, Honda – Acura, locally – confirmed the new NSX’s 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 produces 373kW and 550Nm, capable of a 7500rpm redline, […]
Maserati Levante prototype spotted on the Nurburgring (video)
Maserati has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the highly anticipated Levante SUV out on the Nurburgring in Germany. Seeing an SUV being developed at the notoriously demanding circuit usually means the carmaker is quite serious about handling and performance. As such, the Maserati Levante is set to […]
2015 Mercedes C-Class fails moose test, slides off course (video)
The latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is currently the best-selling premium vehicle in the class in Australia, however, there is something you should know; it’s a potentially dangerous vehicle. Swedish publication Teknikens Varld has put the new C-Class to the test in one of its infamous “moose tests”, which involves suddenly swerving […]
Are fake wheels safe? Holden & Mercedes team up to find out
Holden and Mercedes-Benz Australia recently teamed up to test fake (non-genuine) alloy wheels against the factory counterparts, showing disturbing results. The two companies used Holden’s Lang Lang Proving Ground for the testing, with a Holden test driver behind the wheel. A Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake was used. The […]
Nissan “future vision” concept previewed before Tokyo debut
Nissan is planning to unveil a smart new concept car at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show later this week, rumoured to preview the next-gen fully electric LEAF. The Japanese company has decided to go for an extremely quiet route in previewing the new concept, only releasing this dark silhouette-like image […]
Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest, Volvo XC90 receive 5-star ANCAP rating
ANCAP has released the results of its latest round of crash testing, which included a number of new-model vehicles such as the new Volvo XC90, Toyota Fortuner, and Ford Everest seven-seat SUVs. All three aforementioned SUVs, along with the updated Toyota LandCruiser, Lexus IS (including new IS 200t), the new […]