BMW has released an interesting video outlining the workings of the new BMW M Performance tri-turbo diesel engine, found in the BMW M550d and X5 and X6 M50d. The new engine is, as far as we know, the first mainstream triple-turbo diesel vehicle ever made. It uses the turbochargers as […]
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Video: BMW M550d tri-turbo does 0-250km/h with ease
Just ten years ago it would have been very hard to believe a diesel car could offer such serious acceleration as the new BMW M550d. As you’ll see in this very early test drive video below, conducted by Germany’s Sport Auto magazine, the new tri-turbo diesel goes like an angry […]
Citroen DS4 lands in Australia, DStyle and DSport variants
Following in the sporty footsteps of the Citroen DS3 hot hatch, Citroen Australia has announced the Citroen DS4. Based on C4 and C4 Picasso, the new DS4 brings a slightly new car segment to the market. The local Citroen arm is planning to introduce the all-new Citroen C4 AirCross towards […]
2012 Ford Focus Sport TDCi review – quick spin
The 2012 Ford Focus Sport TDCi diesel is, well, sporty. Forget diesel clatter and black smoke, think roaring 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, and very keen handling. The diesel variant sifts through gears faster than most performance turbo petrol engines, and can hold a tight line through a bend. The Sport blends […]
Maserati diesel set for mini Quattroporte – report
Could you ever imagine a Maserati diesel? Neither could we. But such blasphemy may eventuate with the upcoming mini Quattroporte sedan according to reports. Italian supercar makers are known for their passionate vehicles, vehicles that have be designed with no compromise in mind. Certainly no compromise for the sake of […]
BMW M550d and X5-X6 M50d M Performance tri-turbo diesels unveiled
BMW has unveiled the M Performance Automobiles lineup, including the BMW M550d xDrive all-wheel drive 5 Series, and the BMW X5 and X6 M50d. They feature a new triple-turbo diesel six-cylinder engine. This is the first time ever BMW M has produced a diesel model. Yes, earlier speculations were correct. […]
TDV6 Diesel Wildcat announced
Land Rover rally and race vehicle developer, Wildcat, has announced the new 2012 TDV6 Diesel Wildcat ready for racing. The hairy-chested off-roader has only ever been available with petrol V8 engines. Diesel engines are progressively becoming more and more popular due to their inherent high-torque nature, and great efficiency. And […]
2012 BMW 320i and 318d announced for Australia
BMW Australia is introducing the new 2012 BMW 320i and 2012 BMW 318d, both featuring turbocharged four-cylinder engines. The two will form the basis of the entry-level range. The 2012 BMW 320i comes with the company’s new 2.0-litre TwinPower (twin scroll) turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 135kW of power and 270Nm […]