The new Lexus RX has passed ANCAP’s stringent five-star safety rating after performing well in recent crash tests. ANCAP says the new SUV scored “good” in pedestrian tests, scoring 28.67 out of 36, while adult occupant protection returned a score of 31.8 out of 38. Child occupant safety scored 40.3 […]
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Video: Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe spotted, ready to rival BMW X4
Mercedes-Benz has been spotted test driving a prototype version of the upcoming GLC Coupe in cold weather conditions in Germany. The near-production-looking prototype suggests the showroom model must be getting very near. It will be inspired by the concept of the same name that debuted in April last year. This […]
All-new Lada Niva small SUV coming in 2018
Russian vehicle producer AvtoVAZ is rumoured to be planning an all-new Lada Niva, ready for market entry by around 2018. Initially scheduled for redesign this year, the third-generation has apparently been pushed back by two years. Currently, the Niva is powered by a 1.7-litre, 61kW four-cylinder, mated to a five-speed […]
Gazoo Racing Toyota C-HR racer planned for Nurburgring 24hr
Toyota and Gazoo Racing are teaming up again for a special project car, this time using the new C-HR mini SUV for the upcoming Nurburgring 24-hour endurance event. It hasn’t even been released on the market, yet, Toyota and its motorsport partner are already developing a racing version. It is […]
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT with Hellcat engine confirmed for 2017
We’ve all be waiting for it but now it looks like Jeep has finally confirmed there is a Hellcat version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee coming next year. Speaking with Vvuzz.com journalist Brian Makse about a possible Grand Cherokee Hellcat, Jeep CEO Mike Manley said he is “going to bring […]
Audi h-tron concept unveiled, previews future hydrogen fuel cell tech
Audi took to Detroit to unveil the interesting new h-tron quattro concept, which previews zero-emissions technology that could eventually make it to production. The h-tron concept exemplifies Audi’s endeavour toward eco-friendly technologies, powered by two electric motors, front and rear, connected to a hydrogen fuel cell. The electric motor at […]
2016 Audi A4 Allroad unveiled at Detroit, on sale in Australia Q3
Audi has unveiled the 2016 A4 Allroad quattro at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, which, among other things, has gained 34mm in ground clearance and is available with a wider range of powertrains. For the new model Audi is offering TFSI petrol and TDI diesel engine options, […]
Kia Niro HUV concept previewed, new hybrid compact SUV
Kia is planning to unveil a new SUV at the Chicago Auto Show in February, called the Niro HUV. It’s a new hybrid utility vehicle. Some teaser renderings have been released to build anticipation. The Niro HUV will showcase a dedicated hybrid powertrain system which aims to “add a fresh […]