You’ve probably heard of the mighty C 63 AMG Black Series. Well, it seems the performance division of Mercedes-Benz might be about to introduce an E 63 AMG Black Series, of sorts. This would result in a super-focused version of the already well-equipped sedan. Just after we hear news that […]
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2013 Skoda Octavia RS revealed in leaked images
Images of the 2013 Skoda Octavia RS have been revealed online, showing the performance version of the sharp new Octavia. The regular version, unveiled in December last year, already looks the goods. The RS adds a touch of flare and aggression. There’s two parts to these images. The white car […]
New Audi S3 Sportback revealed, coming to Australia late-2013
Audi has revealed the five-door version of the hot new S3. Called the 2013 Audi S3 Sportback, this is the variant that will go on sale in Australia, as opposed to the previously revealed three-door variant. Sporting the same cracking 2.0-litre TFSI turbocharged four-cylinder as the three-door, the S3 Sportback […]
Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG super hot hatch revealed UPDATE
Images of the Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG have been released ahead of its 2013 Geneva Motor Show debut next month. Unfortunately, official specifications and engine data are yet to be confirmed. (UPDATE: official engine specs released, as outlined below.) As far as we know, the A 45 AMG will come […]
Alfa Romeo 4C final production car revealed
Alfa Romeo has revealed the final version of the Alfa Romeo 4C two-seat sports car ahead of its official 2013 Geneva Motor Show unveiling next month. This is the first time the car has been shown in full production guise. The main headlines for the all-new Alfa are very impressive. […]
For Sale: ‘Winfield’ R32 Nissan GT-R 1992 Bathurst 1000 winner
This very car is the one that made a huge impact on Australian touring car racing back in the early 1990s. Piloted by Mark Skaife and Jim Richards, it annihilated the Ford and Holden V8s of the day with its 600hp all-wheel drive running gear. And now this legendary car […]
Volkswagen Polo R rally team claims first ever WRC victory
In its second WRC event ever, the new Volkswagen Polo R WRC car has won its first victory during the weekend’s Rally of Sweden. Driven by Sebastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia, the team exceeded its own expectations. Volkswagen’s second car, driven by Jari-Matti Latvala and Miikka Anttila, came in fourth […]
Opel Corsa, Astra, Insignia OPC models now on sale
Opel Australia has introduced the new high performance ‘OPC’ variants of the Corsa, Astra, and Insignia sedan. All feature a distinct performance theme, with boosted engines, improved handling, beefed up brakes, an aggressive bodykit, and more focused interiors. These models have been on sale in parts of Europe for some […]