Mercedes-Benz’s high performance division at AMG is apparently working on an all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine which is expected to power a number of upcoming models, including the next-gen C 63 AMG sports sedan. In the ongoing fight to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, AMG is set to downsize one […]
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Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class revealed in leaked images
As far as we know, these are the first official images of the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class. The images have only just surfaced online through a leak, showing a full view of the exterior and interior of the new compact four-door coupe. The new model isn’t expected to be unveiled until […]
Video: Ken Block Gymkhana Five – the making of
DC Shoes has released a cool video showcasing the making of the epic Gymkhana Five video with Ken Block, released earlier this year. Going behind the scenes, the video gives us all an idea of how much work goes into the crazy compilations. Gymkhana Five: Ultimate Urban Playground, as you […]
2012 Opel Astra GTC Sport review (video)
The conditions in the hot hatch segment are harsh and unforgiving at the moment, especially with desirable newcomers popping up from all parts of the world. One of the newest arrivals is the 2012 Opel Astra GTC Sport. It’s offering German quality and precision, matched with a friendly price tag […]
Next-gen 2017 Nissan GT-R to come with hybrid power – report
Although it isn’t expected for some time yet, 2017 in fact, some more details are coming through on the next generation Nissan GT-R, including speak of a hybrid powertrain to help cut emissions and fuel consumption. (Infiniti Essense concept shown) The current 2013 Nissan GT-R (on sale in Australia on […]
2013 Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet revealed (video)
The new 2013 Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet has been revealed in the company’s latest video release. This will be the most powerful drop-top Golf to ever enter showrooms, featuring the same running gear as the high performance Golf R hatch. Like the normal Golf R hatch, the Cabriolet version is […]
BMW M135i laps the Nurburgring in 8:18
Beating the BMW E46 M3 by around seven seconds, Sport Auto magazine in Germany has conducted one of its full lap time trials at the famous Nurburgring in the new BMW M135i hatch, recording a time of just 8:18. This is the first full official lap the car has done, […]
FPV factory produces its last car before shutting down
After Prodrive sold off its 51 per cent stake in Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) to Ford earlier this year, the FPV factory in Victoria is now finalising its last vehicle before the entire factory is shut down. Production will move literally across the road to Ford, at the Campbellfield facilities. […]