Renault Australia has just launched the new-look Clio R.S. Trophy, giving buyers a tempting option in the hardcore hot hatch market. It’s more advanced, faster, and louder than before. Under the bonnet is a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 162kW (220hp) and 280Nm, breathing through a titanium Akrapovic exhaust. That […]
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LDV D90 seven-seat SUV on sale in Australia in November
The seven-seat SUV segment is about to become more crowded and competitive, with the release of the LDV D90. It will come in as the Chinese company’s first full-size SUV for Australia. LDV was seen testing the D90 in Australia earlier this year, before the unveiling took place at the […]
Subaru WRX STI S208 heading to Tokyo show, 450 units planned
A racy Subaru WRX STI will debut at the Tokyo motor show next month, called the STI S208. It features a unique colour scheme and motorsport-inspired aero kit, and plenty of other go-fast bits. Featuring a unique baby blue exterior colour, the S208 is kinda cool in an aggressive yet […]
2018 BMW M140i review – Australian launch
When BMW Australia announced the new pricing for the 2017 M140i LCI, we thought they were joking. For $59,990 (excluding on-roads) you can get yourself a rear-wheel drive hatch with sweet steering, top-of-the-range luxury and appointments, and a smooth-as-silk turbo inline six engine. If you can name another car that […]
New Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII debuts in Australia
At the pinnacle of automotive luxury, attention to detail, and opulence, is the new Rolls-Royce Phantom. If you have a spare AU$950,000, it can be yours. The new Phantom VIII was revealed to the world in July, showcasing a completely new body made from aluminium with a fresh spaceframe platform […]
2018 BMW M2 M Performance review – Australian launch (video)
It’s been regarded as one of the best sports cars on the market, with many describing it as the best M car ever. We had the pleasure of testing the new 2018 BMW M2 (or 2017 M2 LCI, whatever you want to call it) on some awesome roads in Tasmania […]
Porsche 911 GT2 RS breaks Nurburgring lap record (video)
As suspected, Porsche has done it. A new lap record is has been etched into the Nurburgring hall of fame with the latest 911 GT2 RS. It recently set an insane time of 6:47.25. You only need to check out the video below for verification; the GT2 RS is unbelievably […]
Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo confirmed for Australia
Say hello to the most powerful Panamera wagon variant yet; the Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo. Yes, the name is immense, but so is the powertrain that lies beneath it. Firstly, if you haven’t heard of the Panamera Sport Turismo, it is essentially a new sporty wagon version of the […]