Production of the all-new 2023 BMW 7 Series and i7 large luxury sedans has begun at the company’s recently-revamped Dingolfing plant in Germany. The new model is due to arrive in Australia later this year. BMW has invested 300 million euros into its Dingolfing plant just to cater for the […]
BRABUS announces elegant tuning for 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
German tuning powerhouse BRABUS has come up with a neat upgrade package for the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, boosting its styling, handling and engine performance. Now, the new C-Class is already an elegant bit of kit. So BRABUS has not really interfered with that but rather enhanced what was already there. […]
Ford Equator Sport / 2022 Ford Territory patent registered in Australia
Some patent images of the Ford Equator Sport have surfaced on the Australian Intellectual Property database, potentially indicating a local introduction in the pipeline. The Ford Equator Sport is a smaller version of the Equator. What’s the Equator? Aside from being the centre ring around the planet, it’s a seven-seater […]
UK car production numbers increase for first time in 11 months
In great news for the UK’s manufacturing scene, the car industry has bucked a 10-month downturn in production numbers after reporting 13.3 per cent growth for May, 2022. Though, things remain perilous when you zoom out. The news comes from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, who mapped out […]
BMW i3 production ends, after 9 years and 250,000 sales
BMW has rounded out production of the i3 at its factory in Germany, with a special edition HomeRun variant announced to help celebrate the success of the pioneering little battery-electric vehicle. The i3 is being retired from its Leipzig production line, some nine years and 250,000 units – and a […]
For Sale: Lexus LFA going up for auction, last 10-of-10 build for Australia
The Lexus LFA will go down in the history books as one of the best-sounding production cars ever made, and one of the rarest you’ll find on Australian roads. Now, though, thanks to an upcoming auction hosted by Shannons, you can get your hands on the very last Lexus LFA […]
Aston Martin seeking funds to secure future, share price drops – report
British manufacturer, Aston Martin, is reportedly seeking investment to help secure funds for its the next generation of platforms and all-electric powertrains. The news comes from Autocar, reporting that Aston is looking to “significantly strengthen” its financial status while eyeing off an aggressive investment plan into brand-new platforms for its […]
Hyundai chief hints at IONIQ 6 Shooting Brake and hot N variant
Just days after revealing the official design of the IONIQ 6, Hyundai’s design chief has hinted at a Shooting Brake variant and a high-powered N model joining the lineup in the future. The IONIQ 6 showcases a styling package no doubt inspired by the Prophecy concept that was first unveiled […]