The Lexus NX made its Australian debut at the Good Design Awards last night, where some of its cool new features were revealed for the first time. The Lexus NX is the company’s proposal for the compact luxury SUV market segment. It will not only showcase a number of Australia-firsts, […]
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BMW i8 efficiency and dynamics explained
The BMW i8 is a very complex vehicle. It’s a super-efficient plug-in hybrid on one hand and a lightweight sports car on the other. And it looks very futuristic with a mostly carbon fibre construction. All too much to take in? BMW has released a video that explains some of […]
2015 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI BiTurbo diesel confirmed
Following last week’s teaser sketches, Volkswagen has confirmed some technical details of the next-gen, 2015 Passat including a new twin-turbo-diesel engine. Like many new model cars these days, the 2015 Passat will be lighter weight than the outgoing model. Volkswagen says up to 85kg has been cut, with thanks to […]
Porsche 911 plug-in hybrid patent image found – report
An alleged official patent image has been picked up by 4WheelsNews depicting what appears to be a plug-in hybrid Porsche 911. It potentially provides some insight on what could be heading to showrooms in the not-too-distant future. Patent images don’t always translate into a production model, however, there have been […]
Polestar performance hybrid & diesel Volvos on the way – report
Polestar, Volvo’s official motorsport partner, may soon span out and help the Swedish brand introduce sports cars with diesel and hybrid powertrains. At the moment there is just one Polestar vehicle in Volvo’s showroom, the S60 Polestar (pictured). It’s a bespoke vehicle based on the S60, dressed in sporty highlights […]
BMW i3 on sale in Australia in November from $63,900
BMW’s first ‘i’ brand vehicle, the BMW i3, will launch in Australia in November, bringing all-new levels of efficiency and performance to the city car segment. Not only is the i3 an advanced step for BMW, being its first production range-extendable electric vehicle, the i3 demonstrates automotive sustainability thanks to […]
Mark Webber & Maria Sharapova joyride in Porsche 918
Former F1 driver and current Porsche GT driver Mark Webber has partnered up with tennis ace Maria Sharapova for a new promo video. The video basically entails the two going for a joyride in the new Porsche 918 Spyder hypercar.
Lexus NX 300h & NX 200t specs announced, Australian lineup confirmed
Details and specifications of the all-new Lexus NX midsize SUV have been announced, including details of the Australian lineup which will include both hybrid and 2.0-litre turbo variants. The NX is expected to be a very popular model for Lexus, with SUV sales continuing to make up a large portion […]