Mitsubishi Australia has announced details for the 2015 Mitsubishi ASX range, which goes on sale today. The updated model has been refined for a nicer drive, with revised ride and handing, improved economy, and more responsive powertrains. Some cosmetic changes have been made to give it a fresher look. The […]
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Dartz ‘DrIvE Hard 6×6 G’; a bomb-proof monster with 749kW
Looking for the most intimidating vehicle money can buy? This Dartz-modified Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6×6 should come close, with its mine-resistant armour and bullet-proof windows. The mammoth creation is, according to Dartz, a result of “sex between MRAP and Mercedes G”. For those of us who don’t know what […]
Volvo introduces new ‘Drive-E’ T5, D4 engines & eight-speed auto
Volvo is introducing a range of new T5 and D4 Drive-E four-cylinder engines for the S60 sedan, V60 wagon, and XC60 SUV. They replace the existing T5 and D4 units, and come with a new eight-speed auto transmission. For many years Volvo cars have been using Ford-based engines. The Drive-E […]
Porsche Cayenne coupe to arrive in 2018 – report
Things are about to change for the BMW X6, with Mercedes-Benz soon to introduce a rival and now it looks like Porsche is thinking along the same lines. Yep, Porsche is considering a coupe-like SUV which is set to be based on the third-generation Cayenne. The sporty four-door coupe SUV […]
BMW X4 on sale in Australia in July from $69,900
BMW Australia has announced local pricing and specifications for the all-new BMW X4 sporty SUV. The new model sits in as the little brother to the X6, presenting the market with the first four-door coupe SUV in the mid-size segment. The BMW X6 has been a popular model for BMW […]
Infiniti considering ‘QX30’ compact crossover
Infiniti may soon launch a small luxury SUV, potentially called the QX30. Such a vehicle would allow the company to compete in the growing market segment. All of the big-name luxury brands have or are at least planning to have a small SUV/crossover in their lineup. Audi has had the […]
Lamborghini Urus SUV to be built on VW platform in Slovakia – report
Lamborghini will build its first sporty SUV ever in a few years, and it’s been revealed it will be based on the upcoming Volkswagen Group MLB platform which will be shared with various vehicles under the VW Group umbrella. According to a recent Automotive News report, the new SUV, called […]
First-ever Porsche Macan crash occurs in Poland
The accident happened in Poland resulting in, what would have been, a brand-new Porsche Macan SUV being destroyed almost beyond recognition. Three men have been taken to hospital. The crash happened near Radomierz in south-west Poland. It’s understood the Macan driver had a head-on with an Audi A4, which sent […]