Opel has revealed the new 2016 Astra ‘K’, showcasing a fresh, upmarket look inside and out, more advanced tech, a significant weight loss, and new powertrain options. Even thought the Opel Astra has long since departed from the Australian market, we could expect to see this new model become part […]
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HSV Senator Signature vs Volvo S60 Polestar: track test (video)
SPECS DRIVE VERDICT These two might not seem like the most appropriate vehicles to compare, but they do follow a similar set of values and offer very similar performance. Think of it as a luxury V8-Supercars-for-the-road comparison. The HSV Senator Signature and the Volvo S60 Polestar deliver performance, practicality and […]
2016 Chevrolet Cruze getting Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
In Australia the facelifted Holden Cruze was only introduced earlier this year, but in the US GM’s Chevrolet department is already deep into development of the next-gen 2016 model. In fact, the company has released a preview image showing the new dash layout while confirming the model will come with […]
2016 Opel Astra getting LED Matrix headlight technology
The new Holden Astra, based on the current Opel Astra, is only just arriving in Australia now. But overseas, GM’s European departments are planning the next-gen 2016 Astra. It’s set to be one of the most advanced vehicles in the segment, with Opel confirming LED Matrix headlight technology for the […]
Holden Insignia VXR priced from $51,990, cheaper than Opel version
The hot new high-performance Holden Insignia VXR is just around the corner now, becoming the brand’s first proper performance-oriented mid-size sedan. It might look familiar to some, and that’s because it is virtually identical to the Opel Insignia OPC that was on sale in Australia a couple of years ago […]
Lighter, more advanced 2016 Chev Malibu a likely Commodore replacement
GM Holden is still yet to confirm what international model will replace the Commodore beyond 2017, but given GM in the US has just spent considerable time and investment on the all-new Malibu, it does seem the most likely choice for the Commodore replacement. The all-new Malibu, due to launch […]
2016 Chevrolet Volt receives big price cut in the US
Chevrolet has announced a significant price drop in the US for its most efficient and fastest Volt yet, with most of the added value coming in the form of government incentives. The facelifted 2016 Volt starts at US$33,995, already $1200 less than its predecessor. When a buyer in the US […]
Video: 2015 HSV Senator vs Volvo S60 Polestar – drag race
It’s the age-old contest; turbo versus V8. The HSV Senator Signature and Volvo S60 Polestar might not seem like direct competitors, but out on the track in the world of V8 Supercars, the origins of these two are in a very close battle. It turns out, the road-going counterparts are […]