BMW has unveiled the M Performance Automobiles lineup, including the BMW M550d xDrive all-wheel drive 5 Series, and the BMW X5 and X6 M50d. They feature a new triple-turbo diesel six-cylinder engine. This is the first time ever BMW M has produced a diesel model. Yes, earlier speculations were correct. […]
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2012 Subaru XV on sale in Australia
The new 2012 Subaru XV is the Impreza equivalent to the Subaru Outback, only it features a more playful, rough and ready character. It’s now available in Australia. Subaru Australia is introducing three different model variants, ranging from the 2.0i, 2.0i-L, and the flagship 2.0i-S. All variants are available with […]
2012 Audi A6 allroad revealed, in Australia second-half of 2012
Audi has revealed the new 2012 Audi A6 allroad quattro, based on the sleek new Audi A6 Avant. The versatile wagon will go on sale in Australia in the second half of this year. Offering a sporty, jumped up personality compared with the normal Audi A6 Avant (wagon), the 2012 […]
2012 North American Car of the Year and Truck of the Year announced
The Hyundai Elantra has been named 2012 North American Car of the Year, while the Range Rover Evoque has been named 2012 North American Truck of the Year. The winners were announced at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Each year, a jury of 50 journalists from […]
Audi Q3 Vail concept with 231kW unveiled at Detroit
Want to go for a weekend ski trip everyday but just can’t seem to find a vehicle to do it in? Meet the Audi Q3 Vail concept, which has been unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Despite it being a concept it would probably sell […]
Tesla Model X to be unveiled Febuary 9, Tesla Model S in Australia 2013
Tesla will unveil its all-new Tesla Model X electric SUV on February 9. The new SUV will enter the market in the premium segment, rivalling the likes of the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7. Since it’s a Tesla, it’s also promising to be a quick bit of gear. Just before […]
Ford EcoSport SUV Fiesta unveiled, in Australia in 2013
Ford has unveiled the new Ford EcoSport just ahead of its debut at the 2012 New Delhi Auto Expo. The Ford Fiesta-based SUV will go on sale in Australia in 2013. The Ford EcoSport will contribute to the every-growing sports utility vehicle market segment when it goes on sale internationally […]
Nissan Juke-R first track test drive videos at Silverstone UPDATE: official video
Two new videos have just been released showing a preview drive of the Nissan Juke-R concept on Silverstone circuit in the UK. This is the project Nissan boffins have been working on, involving slotting a GT-R engine and running gear into a compact Nissan Juke SUV/crossover. With vast modifications to […]