Switzer Performance has come up with a comprehensive track package for the Nissan GT-R called the ClubSport kit. It turns the already-weapon-grade GT-R into fully fledged track beast. Featuring the ‘Ultimate Street Edition‘ engine setup, with heavily modified components taking power up to the magic 1000hp (746kW) mark, the ClubSport […]
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2013 Volvo S60 Polestar review (video) – Australian launch
When it comes to performance cars, Volvo has almost always stood back and been the quiet achiever, especially in the past few years, with understated, contemporary, fairly powerful yet
Bugatti ‘Super’ Veyron to be the last, around 1500hp – report
When it comes to monstrously powerful road cars, the Bugatti Veyron is pretty much the king. There’s now word Bugatti is working on a final sendoff edition, nicknamed the ‘Super Veyron’, which is set to be the most powerful of all. According to a recent Autocar report in the UK, […]
2014 Renault F1 1.6 V6 engine unveiled (video)
The sport of Formula One will see many new rules being introduced for the 2014 season, including a change to 1.6-litre V6 engines. Renault has just revealed its iteration of the 1.6-litre turbo V6 engine formula. Featuring technology such as direct injection and a pair of motor generator units, the […]
Video: Revo Volkswagen T5 breaks Nurburgring van lap record
Volkswagen tuner Revo has broken the Nurburgring van lap record by completing a lap of the famous circuit in a very respectable 9:57.36. The record took on the complete north loop circuit, as opposed to the ‘Bridge to Gantry’ section which is often timed. The previous record for a commercial […]
2013 Ford Falcon G6E EcoBoost review (video)
The 2013 Ford Falcon G6E EcoBoost is just one of three Falcon models to be fitted with a turbocharged four-cylinder motor – a first ever for a large Australian-made sedan. The EcoBoost’s objective is it to take the pressure off the wallet, while allowing drivers to enjoy the practicality of […]
Last ever Volvo C30 claimed in competition giveaway
You might remember the competition Volvo set up in the UK earlier this month, which involved a ‘treasure hunt’ to find the final C30 ever produced. The company has just announced the car has be ‘found’, with a couple using clues to track down its Clacton-on-Sea location. To claim the […]
Volvo S60 Polestar successor possible, evolved performance
Even though the limited edition Volvo S60 Polestar has literally only just gone on sale, the company is getting prepared and may already have its sights on a potential successor. The next model would be an evolution of the current version, building on the technology and performance it currently offers. […]