Teaser images from Mercedes-AMG had us guessing last week about the pending arrival of a new model. But now it seems fairly convincing the company is planning to unveil the new C 63 AMG Coupe in the near future. Mercedes has just been spotted test driving a prototype version of […]
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2015 BMW X6 M actually laps Nurburgring in 8:20?
Modern SUVs really are becoming ‘multi-purpose’ vehicles. Need proof? The new BMW X6 M has reportedly just lapped the demanding Nurburgring in 8:20, which would make it as quick as a dedicated high-end sports car. Equipped with a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 churning out 423kW and 750Nm, the new X6 M […]
Vauxhall launches VXR8 GTS, UK version of HSV GTS
Vauxhall in the UK has just announced the GTS version of its VXR8, effectively introducing the Aussie HSV GTS super sedan in Europe. Up until now the British GM arm only stocked the VXR8, which is essentially a rebadged and slightly revised version of our HSV Clubsport R8. The new […]
Video: Jaguar F-Type ‘SVR’ prototype spotted at Nurburgring
Jaguar has been spotted test driving a race-like performance version of the F-Type, believed to be the work of its SVR bespoke options division. Out on the Nurburgring, the prototype F-Type features a unique bodykit with aggressive aero features never before seen on a production model. There’s a separate wing […]
Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe Legacy Edition announced
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Coupe is just around the corner, and to give the existing model a send off the company’s South African arm has introduced the Legacy Edition. It’s based on the regular C 63 AMG Coupe which still uses the old 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8. Despite […]
Infiniti QX80 confirmed for Australia, priced from $110,900
Infiniti Australia has confirmed the huge QX80 will be heading to Australia later this month, bringing a bold design, abundant cabin space, and premium features to the relatively sparse local market segment. The QX80 is based on the Nissan Patrol and features the same 5.6-litre naturally aspirated V8 under the […]
HSV Clubsport R8 25th anniversary edition on sale from $73,290
Aussie muscle car fans will be excited to hear HSV is introducing a new Clubsport R8 25th anniversary limited edition to pay tribute to the first Clubsport launched in 1990. The Clubsport nameplate has gone on to become one of the most prominent names in Australian car culture, and has […]
2015 Nissan Patrol V8 on sale in Australia from $69,990
Nissan Australia has announced prices for the 2015 version of the mighty Patrol V8 4×4, with big savings across the board. The lineup has been cut down to just two variants, including the Ti and the Ti-L, with no more ST-L entry version. Standard features across the lineup include an […]