Porsche has unveiled the 2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. The new model gets more power under the bonnet, tweaked styling, an updated interior with new colour combinations, and a sophisticated suspension and driveline to maximise handling. Featuring the same 4.8-litre twin-turbo V8 engine as found in the Porsche Panamera Turbo […]
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2014 HSV models to adopt supercharged LSA 6.2 V8?
HSV has reportedly been seen testing various 2014 HSV prototypes that are giving off a distinct whining sound while driving along. This leads many to believe the 2014 range could adopt the Chevrolet LSA 6.2-litre supercharged V8. In the US, the engine powers the mighty Camaro ZL1. It produces a […]
BRABUS Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake upgrades announced
Mercedes-Benz tuning giant BRABUS has developed upgrade packages for the sleek new Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake. Upgrades span from serious engine power gains to subtle yet distinctive styling tweaks. Starting with the engines, BRABUS provides tunes for the CLS 350 CDI Blue EFFICIENCY through the use of an ECO PowerXtraD6S […]
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 45th Anniversary edition revealed
As part of the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, the German company has revealed the new SLS AMG GT3 45th Anniversary special edition. Featuring a mean matt black colour scheme, most of the SLS GT3 is made from lightweight carbon fibre. Panels in the exotic material include the […]
VDS GT 001 supercar from Belgium looks mean
Looking a little like it’s from the 1980s, in a tough kind of way, the VDS GT 001 Belgian supercar is based on the Gillet Vertigo. It was developed by racing car driver Raphael van der Straeten. From the front, it’s pointy yet also boxy with aggressive lower intakes. There’s also […]
Jamie Whincup and Paul Dumbrell win 2012 Bathurst 1000
TeamVodafone Holden driver’s Jamie Whincup and Paul Dumbrell have won Bathurst 1000 at Mt Panorama, beating the Bottle-O Ford Falcon of David Reynolds and Dean Canto by just three-tenths of a second. With his tyres and fuel on the brink, the V8 Supercars champion held off the fast-finishing Ford driver […]
For Sale: 930 Porsche 911 with 350 Chev V8 conversion
Whether you like crazy conversions or not, a 930 Porsche 911 with a 350ci Chev V8 is always going to attract plenty of attention. Speaking of which, an example is up for sale right now on eBay. Yep, a Porsche 911 powered by V8 American muscle. According to the advertisement, […]
Ford legend Dick Johnson reminices ‘the rock’ incident
The rock incident that ended the dreams (and race) of Queensland racing car driver Dick Johnson during the 1980 Bathurst 1000 is arguably one of the most famous moments in the illustrious 50-year history of the great race. Among the 50th anniversary celebrations this weekend, Bathurst winning cars from all […]