Tweaked Automotive, obviously big fans of the 007 franchise, has created a special edition SPECTRE kit for the Land Rover Defender, taken straight out of the latest Bond film. Since the Defender is no longer in production, Tweaked Automotive requires owners to bring their Defender 90 or 110 in for […]
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Lada XCODE concept revealed, could spawn funky SUV
Lada is back with a new SUV concept, called the XCODE. The rather stylish albeit quirky concept made its debut at the Moscow motor show recently. Lada, now owned by Renault-Nissan Alliance, is showcasing future product possibilities with the XCODE. The modern design was penned by former Mercedes-Benz designer Briton […]
All-new Peugeot 3008 SUV Australian launch confirmed for Q1, 2017
Peugeot Australia has confirmed the local launch for the new 3008 SUV will take place during the first quarter of 2017, introducing a chic new design and efficient engines to the increasingly-popular SUV segment. Two engine options will be made available in Australia, including a 1.6-litre turbo four-cylinder petrol engine […]
Audi Q2 makes Australian debut at Hamilton Island
The first Audi Q2 has touched down in Australia, kicking off its east coast tour at Hamilton Island some six months before officially going on sale. Audi is using the prestigious Hamilton Island to give Australians (and plenty of tourists, no doubt) their first look at the company’s new entry-level […]
Peugeot considering GTi versions of 2008 & 3008 – report
Peugeot is reportedly evaluating GTi versions of the 2008 and 3008, looking to inject some of the performance and image of the 208 and 308 GTi models to spice up the crossovers. The company is already planning pseudo-sporty GT versions of the two SUVs, featuring larger wheels and leather upholstery, […]
Lamborghini to double annual sales with new SUV
Lamborghini says it expects to double its current sales rate by 2019 thanks to the introduction of its upcoming Urus SUV. Speaking with Reuters, Lamborghini’s CEO Stefano Domenicali said he expects the company will cap production of the SUV at 3500 units annually. Last year, Lamborghini shipped 3248 vehicles from […]
Volkswagen Teramont large SUV spotted in China
Volkswagen’s upcoming large SUV, believed to be called the Teramont, has been caught with no clothes on inside a workshop in China. This model will go after the likes of Toyota Kluger, Mazda CX-9, and Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento. The styling theme is faithful to the CrossBlue concept […]
Mitsubishi confirms fully electric small SUV by 2020
In a recent visit to South Australia’s Kangaroo Island, Mitsubishi and its CEO Osamu Masuko let slip that an “affordable, all-electric mini SUV with zero emissions” with an expected range of 400km will be joining the lineup by 2019-2020. Although Mitsubishi has a solid record of eco vehicles, with the […]