In some rather unusual news, a speed camera and tripod setup has been stolen in Elizabeth Downs in South Australia after it was set up at around 5pm on Saturday evening. The stand-alone tripod setup, which includes a high-tech Redflex radar camera unit and battery, was monitoring traffic travelling along […]
Video: Coolest anti texting while driving ad ever?
A very cool educational video called ‘Wheelman’ has hit the web created by Setanta Insurance and the Road Safety Authority, outlining the dangers of using a mobile phone while driving. The creators decided to go for a very different approach to connect with young drivers in this one. The digital […]
Final Lamborghini Gallardo leaves the production line
Lamborghini has just finished building the very last Gallardo supercar at its factory in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy. The Gallardo exits the company’s showroom as the most popular Lamborghini ever produced. Despite being a highly exotic and exclusive supercar, Lamborghini produced 14,022 examples of the V10 stunner in the nameplate’s 10-year […]
Hotter Holden Barina RS could be on the way
Holden has only just introduced the new Barina RS light performance hatch in Australia, however, it seems there is interest from a GM executive for a more potent version to be made. Sporting a 1.4-litre turbo four-cylinder with 103kW, the Barina RS is not really a direct rival for vehicles […]
Eric Mauffrey’s Nissan 370Z rally car sounds crazy
Here’s one for the Nissan Z car lovers. It’s Eric Mauffrey and his Nissan 370Z rally car, driven to its maximum. Despite being rear-wheel drive, the car seems to have loads of rear end grip. One this is for sure though, it sounds intense. Check it out.
Next-gen Audi R8 to use carbon fibre, saving 50-60kg
Audi is working on the next-generation Audi R8 supercar which, according to the company’s technical boss, will undergone some considerable weight reduction for increased performance and improved economy. The R8 in its current shape has been around now since 2007. Although it has undergone a number of facelifts and updates […]
Mitsubishi Lancer ‘Evo XI’ still likely to be hybrid – report
Mitsubishi is still yet to officially confirm if a next-gen ‘Lancer Evolution XI’ is in the works. One thing that does seem clear though, it’s now been pretty much confirmed such a model will come with a hybrid powertrain. The iconic Lancer Evolution, as the name suggests, is all about […]
Chevrolet Corvette runs record-breaking 8.9sec pass
Welcome to one of the quickest previous-gen stock bottom end Chevrolet Corvette ZR1s in the world. Run by Eric Lancaster, the ‘Vette uses an extensive engine rebuild including a supercharger and nitrous system, however, the crank and block are standard. It’s understood the car still uses a factory chassis and […]