PerformanceDrive is preparing its quick spin review of the new 2012 Holden Calais V Series II, fitted with the revised 3.6-litre SIDI V6 engine. The 2012 Calais features the least update changes of all the new 2012 VE Series II Commodore variants. As previously reported, the 2012 Holden Calais V […]
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2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS turbo unveiled
Chevrolet has unveiled the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS turbo ahead of its official unveiling set for the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in just a few weeks. Bringing a bit of zing to the compact hatch, the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS turbo features a 1.4-litre Ecotec turbocharged […]
GM 2.0-litre turbo engine unveiled – destined for future Commodore?
General Motors has unveiled an all-new GM 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine which will power the upcoming 2013 Cadillac ATS. It’s boasts a specific power output of 100kW/litre – better than many current high performance vehicles. The new engine will debut in the 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan next month, at the […]
HSV Clubsport R8 SV-R Queensland Police vehicles unveiled
In conjunction with the Queensland Police Fleet Management Branch, Queensland Police Service has unveiled four HSV ClubSport R8 SV-R (Special Vehicle Response) vehicles. They feature power boosts and will be used for highway patrol duties this Christmas. The Christmas Road Safety Campaign hopes these new HSV Clubsport R8 SV-R additions […]
General Motors builds 100 millionth small block Chev V8
General Motors and Chevrolet have just bolted together their 100-millionth small block V8. It has taken the American auto giant 56 years to do it, but what an international impact on the automotive world those engines have made. Even trickling down to the humble Holden Commodore, the small block Chev […]
2013 V8 Supercars Car of the Future prototypes unveiled
The Australian V8 Supercars Car of the Future has been unveiled at the Sydney Telstra 500 V8 Supercar round in Homebush Sydney. The two prototypes (Ford and Holden) showcase independent rear suspension, bigger wheels and brakes, a new lighter weight chassis and a V8 engine. Australian V8 Supercars chairman Mark […]
For Sale: 1977 Holden LX Torana A9X, 1970 Ford XW GT Falcon, Charger, Holden Torana XU-1
Another 1977 Holden LX Torana A9X Hatchback is going to go under the hammer at a Shannons auction event this year. Later this month, three other classic Aussie muscle cars will also go up for auction, including a 1970 Falcon XW GT, a 1972 Holden LJ Torana XU-1, and a […]
2012 Holden Commodore VE Series II SS V review (video)
The new 2012 Holden Commodore VE Series II SS V in Peter Brock-inspired Perfect Blue is about as good as Aussie cars get; loads of grunt from its American-derived Generation IV 6.0-litre V8; enough room for five good-sized adults; plenty of features like cruise control and leather seats; and it […]